Key Takeaways From ‘Be The Change’ Diversity Job Fair
A first of its kind for the drinks industry, the virtual event connected over 700 aspiring professionals with more 900 jobs at leading companies
Get Back to Work
Welcome to SevenFifty Daily’s Back to Work Guide. With all the disruption and uncertainty the coronavirus has brought upon the drinks and hospitality industries this year, one thing is for certain: We’re all coming to terms with a new normal.
For the months ahead, we’ll be speaking to experts in all areas of drinks and hospitality to provide the advice, tools, and information you need to get back to business. From what to look for—and avoid—when job hunting or hiring, to tips on smart cellar restocking, to navigating changing workplace protocols, we’ll curate everything you need to return to work with a renewed sense of purpose and optimism.
We’re also introducing the SevenFifty Job Board, a free tool that we hope will support talent retention across the three tiers with up-to-date job listings targeted to your expertise. So get ready to strategize, identify new opportunities, and chart a new path forward.
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