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Informational Interviews

Allison Cave, Maria Garcia, Olivia Lam, Anthony Hernandez, Sofia Ayad
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Summary

We plan to present multiple industry professionals opinions on the following topics:

  • Glassdoor Reviews
  • College Background
  • Skills (for interviews)
  • Salary Negotiation

Additionally, each member will present 1-2 of their favorite professionals they interviewed.

Professionals and Their Mentors

72%

of our professionals stated that they previously had a mentor or that they still do.

Glass Door Reviews

Employee Reviews for 5 Companies

44%

48%

8%

Obtained a degree that was applicable to their job.

44%

48%

8%

Obtained a degree that was applicable to their job.

44%

Obtained a degree that is not applicable to their job.

48%

8%

Obtained a degree that was applicable to their job.

44%

Obtained a degree that is not applicable to their job.

48%

8%

Did not obtain a degree.

01

Jason McCormick

"There is no book to success, just do your best and learn"

Show enthusiasm! Breathe deeply and say what you came to say.

Jason McCormick's Job Timeline

In every company, he served as a co-founder, started from nothing, or lead marketing.

2017

2004

1990

TrustMe Vodka

Utopia Optics

No Fear

2007

1994

Monster Energy

SPY

Jason McCormick's Background and Advice

Interview Advice

Salary Negotiation

College Background

  • Find a job with a referral from someone
  • Use Networking
  • Trust your gut
  • Will you love the position? Life is too short to hate your job.
  • Culture Fit!
  • CSUSM Graduate
  • Ethics Degree
  • Attended University of Pittsburg to travel
  • Took classes in over 10 countries
  • Apply to things that are "out of your league"
  • If you get an offer you like accept graciously.
  • If someone comes after you, ask for a TON
  • If you are not going to love your job, don't accept- no matter the salary.

No Fear Sales Skyrocket

02

Julie Pastor

"Never stop interviewing, just because you love your job doesn't mean there isn't better"

Julie Pastor's Advice

Interview Advice

Salary Negotiation

College Background

  • Research your interviewer!
  • Ask about the culture!
  • Always be honest, just because you don't meet every box, doesn't mean you won't land the job
  • San Diego State University, Bachelor's in Marketing, started as a Political Science Major
  • Follow your degree, but learn everything!
  • Research similar positions first!
  • Match your input to your output!
  • Money is always uncomfortable!

Allison's Key Takeaways

03

Didi Truong-Evans

"Be bold. Do not be afraid to fail"

Didi Truong-Evan's Advice

Interview Advice

College Background

Salary Negotiation

  • Be open to learning new skills
  • Be open to change!
  • Always have questions to ask!
  • University of Redlands,
  • Major in Nuero Science, Minor in Psychology
  • Any path you choose to take, follow it to your next steps.
  • Research similar positions
  • Don't let yourself down!
  • Make sure to show your achievements on paper!

04

Rick Rungaitis

"Take advantage of any internship opportunities!"

Rick Rungaitis' Advice

Interview Advice

College Background

Salary Negotiation

  • Ask the Interviewer..
  • Check the Culture
  • Drake University
  • BA in Journalism and Mass Communication
  • Research Similar Positions
  • Communicate your value
  • Be confident with your requests.

Maria's Key Takeaways

05

Mary Savoy

"Success in your career isn’t always about following a straight path"

Mary Savoy's Job Timeline

2017

Associate Director, Marketing, Medication Management Solutions BD

2004

2014

1997

Director, Strategic Marketing Cardinal Health

Global Clinical Marketing Director Sotera Wireless

Surgical Sales Hill-Rom

2008

2001

2015

Director of Marketing; Healthcare IT Sales Executive CareFushion

Sr. Project Manager Alaris Medical Systems

Consultant Savoy Healthcare Consulting

Mary Savoy's Advice

Interview Advice

College Background

Salary Negotiation

  • Have good communication skills
  • Be a quick thinker
  • If looking to go into marketing job, be able to understand upstream and downstream marketing
  • Be yourself
  • Bachelor's Degree in Health Science at the University of Holy Cross
  • Realized she didn't want to pursue nursing longterm, so then went to sales post grad
  • Took courses in Marketing to further expand her knowledge and got certifications
  • Don't except jobs on the spot, really think about and do your research before
  • If salary is a non-negotiable, ask for more vacations, sick days, or stocks

06

Rachael Hopkins

"Build your career by embracing learning at every step, asking questions, and seeking guidance from those who inspire you"

Rachael Hopkins' Job Timeline

1998

2006

2022

Project Engineer Manager & Environmental Engineer Procter & Gamble Inc.

2013

Associate Brand Development Marketing Manager Unilever

Product Marketing Manager HP

Principal R E Hopkins Consulting Inc.

2008

2003

2022

Market Development Specialist Dow Chemical

Supply Chain Manager Mars

Project Marketing Manager Acute Care Pharmaceticals

Rachael Hopkins' Advice

Interview Advice

College Background

Salary Negotiation

  • Show your interest in the company and ask questions about it
  • Position yourself as a candidate who will bring fresh perspectives and constructive ideas
  • Be confident and don't doubt your skills
  • Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University
  • Worked as an engineer and then went to get her Master of Business Administration at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business
  • Know your worth, don't sell yourself short
  • Stay informed about the economy, industry trends, and competitive salary
  • Show your enthusiasm for the job and the company, employers would be more inclined to meet your request

Olivia's Key Takeaways

07

Ken Derrett

"You don't get ahead without putting the effort in"

Ken Derrett's Job Timeline

He has spent his whole career working in the marketing industry.

1995

2017-

1978

National Basketball Association

Ken Derrett and Associates

Canadian Football League

2001

1988

San Diego Chargers

Labatt Breweries of Canada

Ken Derrett's Advice

Interview Advice

Salary Negotiation

College Background

  • Laurentian University Graduate
  • Bachelor of Commerce in Sports Administration Degree
  • Honorary Doctorate in Sports Administration
  • Show confidence
  • Be a good listerner
  • Demonstrate a desire to learn
  • Ask them questions about the organization
  • Be able to tell your story
  • Do your homework.
  • Know what someone at your level makes
  • Know what skills you have vs what they are looking for
  • Know your worth
  • Have connections that can help you

08

Rob Weinberg

"Don't ever sell yourself cheap"

Rob Weinberg's Job Timeline

He has worked as both a marketer and as a writter.

2019-

1996-

Write Away Books

MarketBuilding Team

2022-

2006

The Coast News Group

The San Diego Union Tribune

Professionals Advice

Interview Advice

Salary Negotiation

College Background

  • Be able to speak well
  • Be able to tell a story
  • Be able to think on your feet
  • Be able to explain why they should chose you
  • Graduated from The George Washington University
  • Got a Bachelers in Political Science
  • Also Graduated from New York University
  • Got a Post-Graduate degree in Direct Marketing
  • Don't sell yourself cheap
  • Know your realistic value
  • If the offer is insulting... walk away
  • Know your worth, but be flexible

Anthony's Key Takeaways

09

Alejandro Sandoval

"It's not about thinking outside the box. Think inside, but from a different perspective."

Alejandro's Career Timeline

After graduating from art school in 2022, he shifted his focus toward games and became a Co-Founder in under 2 years.

2024

2022

2012

Gamers Home

LXiA

Prudential

2024

2015

ATX Game Makers

Allstate

Alejandro's Advice

Interview Advice

Salary Negotiation

College Background

  • Do your due diligence in advance
  • Prepare yourself for negotiating
  • Take your time to think
  • Leave no room for gaps in information
  • ArtCenter College of Design
  • BA in Illustration
  • Art Studies at Santiago CC
  • Studied Acting in Fremont
  • Completed various art courses at Brainstorm School
  • Assistant to Warren Chang
  • Know your self-worth
  • Research the benefits
  • Don't accept instantly

Sofia's Key Takeaways

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Maria Garcia

Anthony Hernandez

Olivia Lam

Allison Cave

Sofia Ayad