Career+Civic: Ready to Launch: Decode the Dress Code

Decode the Dress Code is a practical and empowering workshop designed to prepare college students for the professional world by helping them navigate workplace attire with confidence and ease. This session unpacks the unwritten rules of dressing for different work environments, from corporate offices to creative industries, and equips students with strategies to make a lasting impression. With a focus on building a versatile wardrobe that balances professionalism and personal style, this workshop also offers tips for shopping on a budget and making smart, cost-effective choices. By the end of the session, students will feel confident in their ability to dress appropriately, authentically, and impactfully as they step into their professional lives. 

Facilitator: Erika Cartledge Erika Cartledge, Founder and CEO of the YCS Styling Agency and Erika Cartledge Enterprises (ECE). Erika began her career in the finance industry, spending 13 years honing her skills before transitioning to the philanthropic sector and then to full-time entrepreneurship. Erika is also the co-founder of With Heather + Erika, focused on helping entrepreneurs make their first $100K. Through her various business ventures, Erika offers classes, coaching, and mentoring, along with VIP Days designed for entrepreneurs, organizational leaders, and nonprofits. A proud alumna of Howard University, Erika graduated cum laude and has since dedicated herself to her businesses, her family, and philanthropic endeavors. For the past 2 years, Erika has presented at the Career & Civic Engagement Center's Job & Grad School Boot Camp each August, and we are thrilled to invite her back to campus to share more career insights for our students! (Pizza Dinner Provided)

Registration encouraged, but not required.

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