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Alumni Career Services, Three Year Development Plan Needs your Input IAA General Assembly has approved a three year development plan for Alumni Career Services. Claire Lecoq, Director, Career Services and Pamela McNeill, Assistant Director, Alumni and EMBA Career Services, are responsible for setting up the basis for this new service to alumni. They need our input and our experience to develop concrete services. Please let me know if you have specific ideas concerning best practices in career services and any suggestions on how INSEAD can support our needs in the delivery of these services.
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If you belong to any enterprise that frequently or occasionally hires MBA’s, you may be willing to talk about your organization to our recent graduates aspiring to a career in the U.S. They would be interested in learning about your organization, its policies, practices, opportunities, etc. The dialog could be by phone or by e-mail, or even face-to-face, if it can be arranged. Please confirm your willingness to help our fellow alumni through communicating with them for a few minutes to an hour, by providing me your name, organization, phone # and e-mail address. Jag Rao VP, Career Services, Rao5@optonline.net
Career Seminars - Financial Services in Boston and New York City by Contact Singapore, Oct. 10 & 11
About Contact Singapore
Contact Singapore is an alliance of the Singapore Economic Development Board and Ministry of Manpower. It aims to attract global talent to work, invest and live in Singapore.
With offices in Asia, Europe and North America, Contact Singapore is the one-stop centre for those who wish to pursue a rewarding career in Singapore, as well as individuals and entrepreneurs who are keen to invest in or initiate new business activities here. Contact Singapore actively links Singapore-based employers with global talent and provides updates on career opportunities and industry developments in Singapore. We work with private sector partners to facilitate the interests of potential individual investors in Singapore.
Contact:jynn_goh@contactsingapore.sg, by Contact Singapore
New Job Openings
(September 26, 2008)
Value Edge Limited Seeking Partners in Social Entrepreneurship Project
Following the Dean’s communication around the turbulent times that we face with the collapse of some of the world’s most admired financial institutions, and in the same breadth the resourcefulness, tenacity and network of INSEAD alumni, we as INSEAD alum from the emerging world have put forward a few practical ideas that might resonate with some alumni in your country.
We would like to start by telling you a bit more about ourselves and the idea behind Value Edge. Between Vinod Janardhan (MBA December 2001) and myself (MBA July 2002), we have around 30 years of work experience across 12 countries. For me, this work has spanned across building companies, brands, businesses and customers currently as Director - Market and Business Development for a leading global biotech and previously as Global Marketing Director for Sanofi Aventis France, working out of Paris and Delhi. Vinod has worked in India and Europe on developing and launching new products and services through strategic alliances and corporate venturing. More recently, he has been a management consultant with Arthur D. Little and Booz & Company working on developing strategies, governance structures and operating models for companies in the Middle East and the Far East, working out of Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Singapore.
During our careers, one of the issues that has resonated with us is the extent of the skills gaps that industry faces across different levels. These gaps exist in both “soft” generalist skills such as leadership, teambuilding and managing in multi-cultural environments but also in “hard” domain-specific skills. These skills gaps appear to be more pronounced in developing regions such as India, the Middle East and Africa where there is an emergence of organized services industries such as insurance, retail, banking and financial services and even more pronounced as we move away from the private sector towards the sector – be it government owned companies (“public sector”) and government owned public institutions that have been set up to impart education and skill development. The need to address these skills gaps is what has given birth to our firm, Value Edge.
In India at this point this has been recognized as a national level issue that requires resolution at the highest levels. Consequently the Prime Minister of India has set up a National Skills development council comprising the CEO’s of some highly regarded Indian companies like Infosys (who are also talent acquirers) and highly regarded academics such as C.K. Prahalad to come together to formulate a strategy that would work at multiple levels across multiple institutions. This would be include industrial training, vocational training and managerial training.
OUR APPROACH
Value Edge aims to offer best-in-class skill development programs in developing markets by partnering with leading academics and practicing managers. Potentially we could seek to provide a platform where current managers and business leaders who have years of skills and experience offer short duration “executive education” kind of courses on a range of themes from “developing leadership” to specific verticals such as “wealth management”, “investment banking”, “organized retail” “luxury management” and so on. While these would be targeted at the private sector, we are also exploring how we could work with the governments to address the core issues of skill development.
Specifically we are looking to develop the following opportunities:
1. Partner with INSEAD alumni who have deep vertical experience in services industries – banking, wealth management, retail, insurance or specific niches such as luxury management to collaborate and develop programs to upskill Indian/Middle East/ African managers
Lets take an example of how this may work. If we take the case of India we would organize 2-4 day programs where you would come and share some of your experiences and learning in a ‘blended learning’ exercise along with Indian faculty and some industry leaders. You would be paid plus all expenses plus have the opportunity to see for yourself opportunities in the areas of your interest in some of the fastest growing markets of the world.
2. Partner with INSEAD alumni who are looking for ‘social entreprenuership’ projects that make social impact or can offer training to government institutions
As we partner with the government and approaching key industry associations such as Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and Business Leaders South Africa (BLSA), we will develop opportunities for alumni to participate in these platforms on a for profit basis but in areas that create social impact
These are a couple of illustrative examples of how we can work together – we are open to your ideas, suggestions, contacts. To take this further please send a mail to vinod.janardhan@valuedgeindia.com. Look forward to hearing and connecting with some of you.
Yours Sincerely,
For Value Edge Limited
Rohit Anand and Vinod Janardhan
(September 16, 2008)
Senior Manager, Affluent Client Experience
Group Objective/Purpose
The Client Experience Support group (CES) is responsible for business strategy, offer design and process improvement as it pertains to the different client segments within Schwab Investor Services (Retail). The CES mandate is to design and optimize the combination of services, products, and tools to deliver an experience that exceeds clients’ expectations. To do this we work with partners and delivery organizations to ensure key processes / interactions are designed and executed smoothly. We also manage tradeoff decisions and priorities to enhance the overall client experience. The Affluent CES group specifically focuses on the ~20% of clients determined by their portfolio size at Schwab, who represent ~80% of retail assets.
Brief Description of Role
The Senior Manager, Affluent Client Experience will help to: (1) Define the segment strategy and seek to improve the client experience for our affluent client tiers ($250k+ assets); (2) Refine the workflows and tools to ensure the client experience is delivered in a scalable manner; (3) Lead projects including cross-functional partners such as the Schwab IS channel organizations (branch network, service centers, schwab.com), Operations, Marcom, Legal, Supervision, and Compliance on marketing strategy, process improvements, and to develop key policies and procedures; and (4) Work with Finance and internal reporting groups to assist in the timely provision of reporting and status updates.
As part of their responsibilities, the Senior Manager will produce strategic business cases, tactical business requirements, client and market analysis, and other deliverables necessary in the design and implementation of new solutions or enhancements to the existing client experience. Note that this is not a marketing communications role, though MarCom is a key partner in executing communications plans for specific initiatives.
Technical/Functional Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess the following capabilities:
1. Ability to effectively combine strategic and tactical marketing skills
2. Strong marketing analysis and problem-solving skills
3. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including being able to synthesize data, develop recommendations, and influence partners
4. Ability to gain the respect and support of leadership, partners and peers
5. Attention to detail, and the ability to multi-task and work efficiently to meet tight deadlines with little supervision.
6. A client mindset - whether from the perspective of a Financial Consultant or an actual client
Additional Qualifications:
Bachelors degree with 5+ years relevant experience, MBA preferred
Financial Services industry experience is preferred
3 Critical Success Factors:
1) 2+ years experience in a strategy consulting or product management role
2) Ability to learn quickly and thrive in a complex, dynamic environment
3) Outstanding "soft" skills - including ability to work well with a diverse range of partners and proactive, can-do attitude
Reports to Director, Affluent Client Experience Support
Contact hiring manager: beth.flynn@schwab.com or apply at www.aboutschwab.com/careers , Job Requisition # U44z145.
(Aug. 19, 2008)
2. Vaxcel International (www.vaxcel.com) - Trade Show and Marketing Manager
Growing residential lighting distributor located in Chicago western suburb.
Objective
The Trade Show and Marketing Manager plans, manages and executes events and tradeshow programs both domestic and internationally and increases sales growth through marketing and promotions from the company office. Trade Show responsibilities include planning appropriate events to achieve sales growth, build customer relationships, and increase product and company visibility. Manages the execution of meetings and trade shows to include pre-event planning, setup, on-site management, takedown, and post event reporting. Marketing responsibilities include managing promotions, advertisements, and sales materials as well as reports and analysis on product performance.
Trade Show Responsibilities
Complete top-to-bottom management of lighting trade shows in Dallas (twice a year) and in Las Vegas (twice a year), as well as other trade shows throughout the year:
I. Planning
i. Layout of products
ii. Hospitality and entertainment for guests
iii. Show logistics: marketing materials, accommodations, transportation, badge registrations, on-site services, shipping, technical services and budget management.
II. Execution
i. Show setup- assembly of products and design of showroom
ii. Supervise on-site booth management and schedule staff accordingly.
iii. Maintain clean and professional appearance throughout the show
III. Followup
i. Disassembly and disposal of products
ii. Cleanup of trade show space
iii. Preparation of post-show report
Sales and Marketing Responsibilities
I. Manage advertisements in trade show media and publications
II. Manage periodic promotion and press releases to customers
III. Draft reports and product performance in conjunction with data analyst
IV. Manage production, ordering and distribution of sales materials
Requirements
- Up to 50% travel throughout the year
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, advertising or a related field.
- 5-7 years experience with events and tradeshows of all sizes and levels.
- Proficiency and problem-solving abilities with mechanical assembly of product
- Strong visual merchandising skills
- Excellent negotiation skills.
- Experienced in budget management.
- Self motivated person with the ability to plan many months in advance.
- Must be detail-oriented, deadline-conscious, and possess a can-do, take-action attitude.
- Must demonstrate overall strong team-player attitude and behavior.
- The desire and willingness to travel is necessary for the position. Requires excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to travel extensively, overnight and weekend travel required.
- Minimum of five to seven years experience with meeting planning and trade show logistics.
- Willing and able to travel extensively over consecutive weekends.
- Exceptional project management and multitasking skills with meticulous attention to detail.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Professional maturity and judgment.
- Ability to work independently and on a team-positive, team-focused attitude is a must.
- Computer literacy with appropriate software programs is mandatory.
- Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Project, Powerpoint, Outlook
- Retail management experience a plus.
Contact: Richard Chen, richard@vaxcelusa.com
3. Vaxcel International (www.vaxcel.com) - IT Administrator Growing residential lighting distributor located in Chicago western suburb. Description - Responsible for network and PC administration o Responsible for the hardware and software maintenance of servers. o Perform troubleshooting for servers and related resources o Implement maintenance on assigned server hardware/software; applies upgrades, services packs, and repairs. o Maintain personal computers and network printers. o Administer and install software at PC and Server level. o Assist in the specification and procurement of software and hardware. o Provide training in software applications. o Responsible for network security - Setup and maintain tape backup system. - Manage backups and disaster recovery. - Provide support for after-hours support operations and system maintenance that may occur. - Implement EDI system - Maintain and update website - Responsible for phone system administration Requirements Associate degree, preferably in computer technology, or equivalent combination of work and experience. SQL Server Administration 1) Ability to query databases, update tables, modify tables. 2) Backup Restore Databases Windows Server Administration 1) Active Directory 2) DNS Server 3) IIS 4) Backup and Restore Active Directory Programming Knowledge 1) PHP (for websites) 2) Microsoft Visual Fox Pro (for Accountmate program modifications) 3) Visual Basic (for report running in Access and Excel) 4) SQL Query Language 5) Javascript (for websites) 6) Crystal Reports Linux Administration 1) FTP Server 2) APACHE 3) RHEL 3 / OpenSuse 10.2 4) Shell Scripting 5) Scalix Email Server 6) Command line knowledge