Special career management USA: Willing to move and work in the US? How to approach the American Dream

Interactive Webinar

Whether it is a dream, a wish or a necessary evolution for you to move and work in the US, you are at the beginning of a process that requires a thorough understanding of where you're heading to and how to handle it: can I find a job from abroad? How do I organize my search? What do US companies expect? Are there any cities or industries that are better than others? Do I need a visa and which one? How long does it take to get a visa? How much am I worth in the US? Is it easy to come with my family?

THURSDAY JANUARY 23rd, 2013 // 1PM EDT (60min) -
To register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8641074332355216386 (max 100 pers)
Questions will be welcome through live chat after the beginning of the session.

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This webinar will cover it all, in the format of an interactive discussion with 3 local experts who will provide step-by-step guidelines and address your questions:

Immigration visas, myths and reality - The different types of visas available to work, study and/or live in the US, the Green Card, the investors visas. How to choose the most appropriate visa and what is the best way to prepare? How to prepare your visa dossier in the scope of an internal promotion? Personal and family impacts of your immigration situation.

Practical case: Checklist before applying for a visa. Save time and have everything ready before you contact an immigration lawyer.

Being hired in the United States - key dynamics of the US job market (industries / positions / cities), how to approach the job market from abroad, do's and dont's in a resume or an interview: most common mistakes and what US employers expect.

Practical case: How to instantly make your resumé look appealing to US employers?

A Skema Alumni made it in New York: Sandrine Bernard EVP Solstiss USA - When and how did she decide to come to the US? What were the biggest challenges? What would she do differently if she could go back to Skema? What are the best advices for those who would like to follow her path?

Brought to you by SKEMA Alumni, this 60 min live webinar will be hosted by:

Laetitia Longuefosse: Moderator. Appointed Conseiller du Commerce Exterieur de la France by Prime Minister François Fillon, Laetitia Longuefosse has been assisting over French companies with their US development since 1999. Executive partner of the US consulting firm Strat'America(www.stratamerica.com) and co-founder of Stratégies Américaines(www.strategiesamericaines.com). Every year, StratAmerica advises, coaches and assists 20+ companies, managers and entrepreneurs in various industries from luxury goods to medical devices, business services or software.

Pierre Georges Bonnefil - Immigration Attorney. Mr. Bonnefil, who has served as an Attorney General Honors Attorney with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), has extensive experience representing both companies and individuals. Currently, Mr. Bonnefil acts as Immigration Counsel for the French Consulate General in New York. He also represents clients in immigration court, before various offices of the USCIS, the Department of Labor, and the Department of State, and before local departments of labor, and finally counsels clients as to their legal rights and assists them in preparing and processing petitions to acquire temporary visas or permanent residence in the U.S.

Emmanuel Cargill - is Senior Vice President, Human Resources, for Pernod Ricard USA. Cargill joined Pernod Ricard USA in July 2009. Prior to his appointment, Cargill held a series of successful management, marketing, sales and operations roles during more than 30 years in the beverage alcohol and food industries. He began his career in marketing at Danone Group in the U.S., and later held senior marketing positions at Bongrain Dairy Group and a management position at Lactalis - Societe USA. He joined Marnier Lapostolle Inc. as Executive VP and COO, USA in 1994 and became Executive VP and COO North America in 2006. Cargill holds degrees from the Dijon (France) Business School (BA) and the Paris Nanterre Law School (License), and an MBA from Memphis State University. He has dual citizenship (French and U.S.).

Sandrine Bernard - EVP Solstiss USA, SKEMA 1999. Sandrine Bernard, graduated from the French Business School, Ecole Supérieure de Commerce de Lilles (SKEMA). She pursued postgraduate studies abroad, in Spain (Universidad de Valencia) and in Germany (Fachhochschule Osnabrück). She arrived in New York in 2004 and worked as a media consultant for high-end cosmetics and fashion brands such as Chanel, L'Oreal, Coty Lancaster, Kering, Ulric de Varens. In 2006, Sandrine Bernard was appointed Executive Vice President of Solstiss USA, a subsidiary of Solstiss SAS. The prestigious lace weavers is well known worldwide for its luxury "Made in France" laces. Its activity covers all sectors: Ready-to-wear, Haute Couture, Bridal, Lingerie and the entertainment industry. Sandrine Bernard manages her time travelling between New York and Los Angeles.

- A 40-minute live tutorial
- A 20-minute Q&A session during which you can personally direct your questions to our experts.
The webinar will be conducted in English.

Contact : Fabienne Buon