2026 PTCMW Pre-SIOP Networking Workshop (04/08/2026)

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 21:30:00 GMT

2026 PTCMW Networking Workshop

Building Meaningful Professional Relationships

Join the Personnel Testing Council of Metropolitan Washington (PTCMW) for an interactive networking masterclass focused on building meaningful and authentic professional relationships.

Networking is often framed as collecting contacts or making quick connections, but strong professional relationships are built intentionally over time. This session, geared towards students and early career professionals, will help participants develop practical strategies for networking with confidence and purpose.

Through guided discussion and interactive exercises, participants will learn how to clarify their professional identity, navigate networking conversations with curiosity and intention, and sustain relationships through thoughtful follow-up and connection over time.

Participants will have the opportunity to practice networking conversations, reflect on their professional goals, and leave with practical tools they can immediately apply in professional settings.

Wednesday, April 8th, 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM (ET)

5:30 PM - 5:40 PM: Welcome and Framing
5:40 PM - 6:45 PM: Networking Workshop
6:45 PM - 7:00 PM: Reflection, Discussion, and Closing

Room 401-F at the MLK Library (901 G St NW, Washington, DC 20001)

Speakers:

Jessie Cannon: I/O practitioner and adjunct professor at George Mason University
Julie Jasewicz: Human Capital Consultant at Federal Management Partners (FMP)
Henri Maindidze: Applied I/O psychology doctoral candidate at Portland State University and Junior Associate at Jernigan & Associates

Cost:

Members:
- Student: $10
- Professional: $20
Non-Members:
- Student: $20 (email vp@ptcmw.org your current student email to receive discounted fee access code)
- Professional: $40

Note:

Registration closes at 10:00 AM (ET) on Wednesday, April 8th. This event will be in-person only.

Questions?

Email Coleman Gentry (vp@ptcmw.org)

2026 PTCMW Spring Symposium: Virtual Event (Tentative Date) (05/28/2026)

Thu, 28 May 2026 21:30:00 GMT

2026 PTCMW Spring Symposium

Thursday, May 28th, 2026, 5:30 - 7:30 PM ET (Date/Time Subject to Change)

Virtual Event via Zoom

What is the PTCMW Spring Symposium?

The Personnel Testing Council of Metropolitan Washington is proud to introduce our Spring Symposium, a virtual gathering of thought leaders in Industrial-Organizational Psychology. This event brings together experts from diverse backgrounds to discuss cutting-edge topics in assessment and analytics that are shaping the future of our field.

Why Attend?

Join fellow I-O psychology professionals, HR practitioners, data analysts, and students for an evening of knowledge sharing and professional development. This virtual format allows for convenient participation from anywhere while still offering meaningful engagement with speakers and peers.

Featured Speakers & Topics

Speakers and Topics TBD

Moderator: Coleman Gentry

Details

Each speaker will present for ~15 minutes including Q&A
Following all presentations and time permitting, breakout discussions with speakers will be available

Registration closes at 8AM ET on Thursday, May 28th. Register now!

PTCMW upcoming events

2026 PTCMW Pre-SIOP Networking Workshop (04/08/2026)

2026 PTCMW Spring Symposium: Virtual Event (Tentative Date) (05/28/2026)