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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link=blue vlink=purple><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal>Please find below an opportunity from BISM.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><div><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='color:#1F497D'>Ronza Othman, </span></b><span style='color:#1F497D'>President<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:#1F497D'>National Federation of the Blind of Maryland<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:#1F497D'>443-426-4110<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:#1F497D'>Pronouns: she, her, hers</span><o:p></o:p></p></div><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><div id=mail-editor-reference-message-container><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><div class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><hr size=3 width="98%" align=center></div><div id=divRplyFwdMsg><p class=MsoNormal><strong><span style='font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>From:</span></strong> Kariza Goncalves <<a href="mailto:kgoncalves@BISM.org">kgoncalves@BISM.org</a>><br><strong><span style='font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>To:</span></strong> Kariza Goncalves <<a href="mailto:kgoncalves@BISM.org">kgoncalves@BISM.org</a>><br><strong><span style='font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Subject:</span></strong> You're Invited: Getting Hired \u2013 It\u2019s Not About You; It\u2019s About the Problem You Solve: The Importance of a Strong Personal Brand, Researching Potential Employers, and Targeted Upskilling for Career Success<o:p></o:p></p></div><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>You\u2019re Invited!</span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'><br><b>Getting Hired \u2013 It\u2019s Not About You; It\u2019s About the Problem You Solve: The Importance of a Strong Personal Brand, Researching Potential Employers, and Targeted Upskilling for Career Success</b><br>with <b>Marianne Haegeli</b></span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'> </span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>Empowering Employment: A seminar for blind job seekers, professionals, and the supporters who champion their success.</span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'> </span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif;color:black'>📅</span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'> <b>Date:</b> Friday, September 12, 2025<br></span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif;color:black'>🕙</span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'> <b>Time:</b> 10:00 AM \u2013 12:00 PM ET<br></span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif;color:black'>📍</span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'> <b>In-Person:</b> Blind Industries and Services of Maryland (BISM)<br></span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif;color:black'>💻</span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'> <b>Virtual:</b> Join from anywhere. Zoom link will be shared closer to the date</span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'> </span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>We\u2019re excited to welcome <b>Marianne Haegeli</b>, Director of Learning and Leadership at NSITE, for an inspiring and practical career development seminar designed to help you stand out in today\u2019s job market. With over 20 years of experience in learning and leadership development across nonprofit, public, and private sectors, Marianne brings deep expertise in guiding jobseekers and professionals toward meaningful career growth.</span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'> </span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>3 Key Takeaways You\u2019ll Gain:</span></b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos'><o:p></o:p></span></p><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoNormal style='color:black;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>The Power of Your Personal Brand:</span></b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> Why it matters and how to build your own unique brand that captures attention.</span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos'><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:black;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Research Like a Pro:</span></b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> Model approaches to identifying best-fit employers and open positions that align with your goals.</span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos'><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:black;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Level Up Your Skills:</span></b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> Strategic reskilling and upskilling techniques to close skills gaps and stay competitive.</span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos'><o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'> </span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>Whether you are job searching, looking to advance your career, or simply ready to refresh your professional toolkit, this session will give you actionable strategies to move forward with confidence.</span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'> </span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>RSVP by Friday, September 5th</span></b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'><br></span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif;color:black'>📧</span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'> Email <b>Kariza Goncalves</b> at <a href="mailto:kgoncalves@bism.org"><span style='color:#467886'>kgoncalves@bism.org</span></a> or<br></span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif;color:black'>📞</span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'> Call 410-935-2595</span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos;color:black'> </span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif;color:black'>\u2728</span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'> <b>Don\u2019t miss this chance to learn from one of the leading voices in career development for blind and low vision professionals.</b></span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'> </span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>Best Regards,</span></b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'> </span></b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>Kariza Goncalves</span></b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>Manager of Job Readiness Programs</span></b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>Blind Industries & Services of Maryland</span></b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>3345 Washington Blvd Baltimore Maryland 21227</span></b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>(O) 410-737-2653 (C) 410-935-2595 (F) 866-202-4572</span></b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos'><a href="https://bism.org/intro"><span style='color:#467886;text-decoration:none'><img border=0 width=531 height=144 style='width:5.5347in;height:1.5in' id="image002.jpg_x0040_01DC0BAC.C85D7240" src="cid:image002.jpg@01DC0BAC.C85D7240" alt="3 logos to go to https://bism.org/intro BISM Logo Empowering The Blind Community employing educating training AbilityOne BSC Base Supply Center ShopBISM"></span></a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos;color:black'> </span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos;color:black'> </span></b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos;color:black'> </span></b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos;color:black'> </span></b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos;color:black'> </span></b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos;color:black'> </span></b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos;color:black'> </span></b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos;color:black'>BISM</span></b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos;color:black'> is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that supports the blind and low-vision community by <b>educating</b>, <b>training</b>, <b>employing</b>, and <b>empowering</b> them to be confident and lead independent lives. Our manufacturing and retail businesses are the largest employers of blind and low-vision individuals in Maryland. Our Independence Training and Rehabilitation (ITR) Division provides structured training and employment opportunities, offering programs and services that provide comprehensive life skills training for blind and low-vision youth, adults, and seniors. Our instructors, most of whom are blind, serve as mentors and teach nonvisual life skills classes in braille, technology, independent living, cane travel, and woodshop. To find out more go to <a href="http://www.bism.org/"><b>www.BISM.org</b></a></span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos;color:black'>Note: This e-mail message (including any attachments) is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain confidential and privileged information. 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