About
Who We Are
After many successful years in the executive search and advertising industries and as parents of college undergrads and grads, we understand the career search process from a personal and professional standpoint.
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We cover it all – career path discovery, resume and professional career site development (LinkedIn, AngelList, etc.), networking, interview skills and negotiating an offer to understanding what it means to have a positive digital footprint. Plus, we get young professionals thinking about personal finances and budgeting.
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Looking for an internship, your first real job or ready for the next step in your career?
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Let us help you get your resume to the top of the pile and hired!
Karen Elders, Professional Career Strategist
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Co-Founder, Launch Career Strategies
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10+ years as a Senior Executive Recruiter for Spalding Associates, successfully placing junior to senior-level executives in sales, business development, and marketing opportunities
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10+ years of agency and sales experience in the advertising and digital media spaces
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Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW) and Certified Professional Career Coach (CPCC)
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Boston College graduate, BA degree in Communications
Elyse Spalding, Professional Career Strategist
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Co-Founder, Launch Career Strategies
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Founder/President, Spalding Associates
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24+ years leading Spalding's executive search services, specializing in sales, business development and marketing opportunities across the digital media landscape
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10+ years in the advertising industry including the agency side and senior sales roles at MTV Networks and Tribune Broadcasting
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Founding member, ad sales team at The Food Network
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William Smith College graduate, BA degree in History