🎤 On August 4, 2023, Youth Professional Internships Program (YPIP) participants attended a valuable, constructive professional development session led by Jack Bienko.
ℹ️ John “Jack” Bienko is a leading expert on the design, implementation, and management of national economic development services focused on client needs and community impact. As an Executive Liaison of Business Networks at the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), he has championed programs at 70 universities hosting Small Business Development Centers, volunteer mentoring offered by 10,000 SCORE business coaches, digital platforms including the US-SBA’s Learning and Ascent channels, and emerging issues including cybersecurity, cryptocurrencies, and disaster resilience. He has been recognized as an Eisenhower Fellow, Aspen Institute Socrates Member, and Presidential Management Fellow.
⚡️ Jack shared valuable insights on how entrepreneurs build their own personal brands. Using relatable examples, he explained how these brands represent their values and expertise. He stressed the importance of networking, highlighted how genuine connections in the business world can make a significant difference. He also provided guidance for participants on navigating complex entrepreneurial and professional environments, helping them understand how to make the most of these dynamics for a successful career.
🇺🇸The Young Professional Internships Program (YPIP) is funded by the US Embassy Tashkent and implemented by American Councils for International Education.
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ℹ️ John “Jack” Bienko is a leading expert on the design, implementation, and management of national economic development services focused on client needs and community impact. As an Executive Liaison of Business Networks at the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), he has championed programs at 70 universities hosting Small Business Development Centers, volunteer mentoring offered by 10,000 SCORE business coaches, digital platforms including the US-SBA’s Learning and Ascent channels, and emerging issues including cybersecurity, cryptocurrencies, and disaster resilience. He has been recognized as an Eisenhower Fellow, Aspen Institute Socrates Member, and Presidential Management Fellow.
⚡️ Jack shared valuable insights on how entrepreneurs build their own personal brands. Using relatable examples, he explained how these brands represent their values and expertise. He stressed the importance of networking, highlighted how genuine connections in the business world can make a significant difference. He also provided guidance for participants on navigating complex entrepreneurial and professional environments, helping them understand how to make the most of these dynamics for a successful career.
🇺🇸The Young Professional Internships Program (YPIP) is funded by the US Embassy Tashkent and implemented by American Councils for International Education.
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YPIP Participants Learn About IT with Nuruddin Iminokhunov!
🎤 On August 11th, Young Professional Internships Program (YPIP) participants attended a professional development session with Nuruddin Iminokhunov. Nuruddin holds a Bachelor of Computer Science and Software Engineering from Inha University in Tashkent and is a UGRAD alumnus. Nuruddin was also involved in conducting GDG Tashkent, the biggest Developers Festival in Central Asia. The GDG DevFest Tashkent 2019 hosted more than 1,000 visitors and 30 speakers of which 10 were international speakers.
⚡️During the session, Nuruddin covered key IT concepts for individuals without technical backgrounds. He emphasized the advantages of artificial intelligence (AI) tools and their myriad of benefits. His insights provided participants with a clearer understanding of AI's potential to transform various industries and enhance everyday life. Nuruddin emphasized the practical implications of AI in an approachable manner, ensuring that non-technical participants could grasp the significance of this transformative technology.
Young Professional Internships Program (YPIP) is funded by the US Embassy Tashkent and implemented by American Councils for International Education.
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🎤 On August 11th, Young Professional Internships Program (YPIP) participants attended a professional development session with Nuruddin Iminokhunov. Nuruddin holds a Bachelor of Computer Science and Software Engineering from Inha University in Tashkent and is a UGRAD alumnus. Nuruddin was also involved in conducting GDG Tashkent, the biggest Developers Festival in Central Asia. The GDG DevFest Tashkent 2019 hosted more than 1,000 visitors and 30 speakers of which 10 were international speakers.
⚡️During the session, Nuruddin covered key IT concepts for individuals without technical backgrounds. He emphasized the advantages of artificial intelligence (AI) tools and their myriad of benefits. His insights provided participants with a clearer understanding of AI's potential to transform various industries and enhance everyday life. Nuruddin emphasized the practical implications of AI in an approachable manner, ensuring that non-technical participants could grasp the significance of this transformative technology.
Young Professional Internships Program (YPIP) is funded by the US Embassy Tashkent and implemented by American Councils for International Education.
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📌On August 21, the English Speaking Nation (ESN) Cohort lll Community of Practice (CoP) cascade sessions launched nationwide across Uzbekistan. More than 350 teacher trainers [Core Trainers (CTs) and Regional Peer Mentors (RPMs)] will conduct CoP sessions with more than 4,700 Mentees teachers throughout six days in August 2023. These daily sessions will serve as a forum for local teacher trainers to facilitate meetings with Mentees teachers, providing opportunities to enhance each other's professional development by sharing resources and teaching strategies.
✨Congratulations on the launch of Cohort lll CoP! American Councils wishes all of the teachers involved the best of luck on this exciting professional development journey!
✨Congratulations on the launch of Cohort lll CoP! American Councils wishes all of the teachers involved the best of luck on this exciting professional development journey!
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🇺🇸📢The FLEX Alumni Talks was an engaging session filled with inspiring stories and practical tips and insights for the next generation of FLEX participants. Hearing about the experiences they had and the friendships they formed while traveling abroad was extremely motivating. We appreciate your participation and it was fascinating to observe how the FLEX program affected all of you!
✨Follow the link to watch the recording of the session:
https://youtu.be/MV7gZFUUweU
✨Follow the link to watch the recording of the session:
https://youtu.be/MV7gZFUUweU
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🚀 August Highlights from YPIP🌟
💫 YPIP speakers have been a highlight of our professional development sessions! Speakers shared professional experience and expertise based on their successful local and international careers!💼🌍".
🎤 On August 9th, we had the honor of hosting Harris Lipscomb, Public Diplomacy Officer at the US Embassy Tashkent. He shared invaluable advice for students and recent graduates, underscoring the significance of personal determination and resilience. Harris's diverse educational background led him to join the esteemed Department of State in 2019. 🔥📚
🎤 But our journey doesn't end there! On August 16th, we were privileged to welcome Zakiya Dalimova to the forefront of our August professional development sessions! Zakiya, an esteemed alumna of the Uzbekistan Business Leaders program, stands as the visionary founder of WALKNTALK, a celebrated fashion brand. She discussed the vital role of marketing in today's dynamic global landscape. With eloquence, Zakiya unraveled the nuances of personal branding, intertwining individual identity with a brand's core values – the heartbeat of a company's global impact.🔥🌐
⚡️During August, YPIP Cohort 3 participants have had wonderful opportunities to enrich their knowledge and receive an inspiration! With the program about to conclude, we anticipate additional insights and inspiration from our participants!
Young Professional Internships Program (YPIP) is funded by the US Embassy Tashkent and implemented by American Councils for International Education.
💫 YPIP speakers have been a highlight of our professional development sessions! Speakers shared professional experience and expertise based on their successful local and international careers!💼🌍".
🎤 On August 9th, we had the honor of hosting Harris Lipscomb, Public Diplomacy Officer at the US Embassy Tashkent. He shared invaluable advice for students and recent graduates, underscoring the significance of personal determination and resilience. Harris's diverse educational background led him to join the esteemed Department of State in 2019. 🔥📚
🎤 But our journey doesn't end there! On August 16th, we were privileged to welcome Zakiya Dalimova to the forefront of our August professional development sessions! Zakiya, an esteemed alumna of the Uzbekistan Business Leaders program, stands as the visionary founder of WALKNTALK, a celebrated fashion brand. She discussed the vital role of marketing in today's dynamic global landscape. With eloquence, Zakiya unraveled the nuances of personal branding, intertwining individual identity with a brand's core values – the heartbeat of a company's global impact.🔥🌐
⚡️During August, YPIP Cohort 3 participants have had wonderful opportunities to enrich their knowledge and receive an inspiration! With the program about to conclude, we anticipate additional insights and inspiration from our participants!
Young Professional Internships Program (YPIP) is funded by the US Embassy Tashkent and implemented by American Councils for International Education.
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