The Power of Networking & Career Coaching for Newcomer Refugees

Are you a newcomer refugee navigating your future in Canada? Join Jumpstart Refugee Talent for our next Ask Me Anything (AMA) session focused on unlocking the power of networking and the real impact of career coaching on your job search journey.

In this one-hour virtual event, we are excited to welcome experienced career professionals—and a former Jumpstart client who turned career coaching into real employment success.

This is a safe, welcoming space for you to:

✔️ Ask questions about building your professional network
✔️ Learn how to get the most out of career coaching
✔️ Explore job search strategies from people who’ve been there
✔️ Be inspired by a real refugee success story

Featured Speakers

Eglys Perez
Senior Recruitment Partner, Jumpstart Refugee Talent
Eglys draws on years of expertise in recruitment and DEI to support newcomers breaking into the Canadian job market. She’ll share how networking and career coaching can unlock opportunities—even when the system keeps them out.

Maryam Nehrir
Talent Partner, Career Navigation
Maryam works directly with clients to build customized job search strategies. She will break down what career coaching really is—and how it can give you the confidence and clarity to reach your goals.

Precious Ezeanyika
Jumpstart Client & Success Story
Precious will share his journey from frustration to success, and how career coaching and smart networking helped him secure meaningful employment as a newcomer to Canada.

What You’ll Learn

• How career coaching works—and why it matters
• Strategies for effective, authentic networking
• Tips for creating a job search plan that actually works
• Real-world stories of perseverance and success
• Where to access free support and resources

Agenda

• Welcome & Introductions

• Precious’s Story: From Coaching to Career

• Career Coaching 101: What It Is, How It Helps

• Open AMA Discussion: Ask Us Anything

• Key Takeaways & Links to Get Started