The Member Center will focus on career-related professional development sessions and provide networking opportunities to all attendees throughout the week. Attendees can stop in at any time to participate in our scheduled events, ask questions about how to access your membership benefits, learn how to get involved, or have a place to meet up with other attendees. Be sure to stop in and network in our Member Lounge.
Monday |
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| 7:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. Charlotte Convention Center, Room 207 D West |
Member LoungeBe sure to pop in and network with fellow members, strike up conversations with attendees, or simply take a moment to recharge before diving back into the symposium action. |
| 12:00 P.M. Charlotte Convention Center, Room 207 D West |
Mapping Your Future at AVS Lunch-An Exploration of Your AVS Benefits with Colleagues and Ambassadors*Moderator: Angela Klink, AVS Director of Member Programs Are you taking full advantage of your AVS membership benefits? Whether you’re a seasoned member or just starting your AVS journey, we will guide you through the benefits, resources, and networking opportunities available to you as a member. From access to events, to products, and to services, we’ll show you how to utilize everything your membership has to offer. In addition, you will hear from fellow members who will share their stories of engagement. Don’t miss out on this valuable opportunity to network with fellow colleagues and AVS Ambassadors and discover how your membership can work for you and how you can get involved! Non-members are welcome. *While Supplies Last |
| 2:00 P.M. – 5:00 P.M. Charlotte Convention Center, Room 207 B West |
Professional HeadshotsNeed a Fresh Professional Headshot? |
| 4:00 P.M. – 5:00 P.M. Charlotte Convention Center, Room 207 D West |
Early Career Professionals Happy HourJoin your fellow early career professionals for a Happy Hour for an opportunity to connect, network, and get to know each other. Postdocs, junior faculty, and early career industrialists are all welcome at the ECPC Happy Hour just before the AVS Plenary Session! |
Tuesday |
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| 7:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. Charlotte Convention Center, Room 207 D West |
Member LoungeBe sure to pop in and network with fellow members, strike up conversations with attendees, or simply take a moment to recharge before diving back into the symposium action. |
| 9:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M. Charlotte Convention Center, Room 207 B West |
Professional HeadshotsNeed a Fresh Professional Headshot? |
| 4:00 P.M. Charlotte Convention Center, Room 207 D West |
Network in a Flash: Speed Networking Across DisciplinesModerator: Angela Klink, AVS Director of Member Programs Join us for this 45-minute session where students, early career professionals, and seasoned experts connect through two-minute rounds of rapid introductions. Sharpen your communication skills, find mentorship, and explore collaboration opportunities in a structured, fast-moving session. How it works: Network with the person sitting across from you for a few minutes. When you hear the BELL, one person will move to the next chair. Come ready to:
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Wednesday |
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| 7:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. Charlotte Convention Center, Room 207 D West |
Member LoungeBe sure to pop in and network with fellow members, strike up conversations with attendees, or simply take a moment to recharge before diving back into the symposium action. |
| 12:30 P.M. Charlotte Convention Center, Room 207 D West |
Career Choices: Choosing the Career Path That Fits You Lunch*Are you unsure which career path best suits your goals and values—industry, government, or academia? Join us for an engaging one-hour roundtable discussion designed to help you navigate these three distinct professional landscapes. The session will begin with experienced professionals from each sector sharing their individual career journeys—the challenges, successes, and insights they’ve gained along the way. We will then break into structured roundtable discussions where panelists will rotate from table to table, giving you the chance to engage with each of them directly and to ask your burning questions, gain clarity on the day-to-day realities of each path, and learn what it takes to thrive in these environments. Whether you’re just starting out or considering a career pivot, this conversation will help guide you toward a path that aligns with your aspirations and strengths. Panelists:
*While Supplies Last |
Thursday |
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| 7:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. Charlotte Convention Center, Room 207 D West |
Member LoungeBe sure to pop in and network with fellow members, strike up conversations with attendees, or simply take a moment to recharge before diving back into the symposium action. |
Career Center & Job Fair
Tuesday-Thursday, Charlotte Convention Center, Exhibit Hall -Booth 801
The AVS Career Center is open to all attendees for the purpose of connecting job seekers with potential employers. The goal is to facilitate contact and networking during the Conference. In addition, in an attempt to create more opportunities for employers to find qualified applicants for job openings and for qualified applicants to have more opportunities to learn about potential employers, there will be a Job Fair, Tuesday-Thursday, in the Exhibit Hall – Booth 801.