Student Professional Development Center

Your next opportunity could start this week.

The Student Professional Development Center is hosting three opportunities for students to prepare, connect and engage with employers:

• March 2: Free Resume Printing (Moseley 140, 8 AM–5 PM)
• March 3: Communications + Sport Management Meet & Greet (Snow Atrium, Schar Hall, 3–5 PM)
• March 4: UNC Health Nash Tabling Event (Moseley 140, 11 AM–2 PM)

Encourage your students to show up prepared and ready to make meaningful connections.

Details and RSVP available on EJN: https://elon-csm.symplicity.com/students/app/events

Pete Nani '88 is the CEO of ZIPS Car Wash. He shares what he sees as critical to business today, especially in the unique and quickly growing world of car washes:

🔹 On the future:
The car wash industry is growing fast, with more sites and subscription users than ever. The focus now is on standing out through great teams, strong service, and consistent customer satisfaction.

🔹 On key skills:
Critical thinking and emotional intelligence are essential. In any service industry, relationships—not transactions—create long-term success.

🔹 On rewards and challenges:
The most rewarding part has been seeing team members grow and succeed. Decades in the industry have taught me that resilience and people-first leadership drive lasting results.

🔹 On Elon experiences:
Elon strengthened my critical thinking and leadership skills—lessons from both the classroom and campus community that still guide me today.

🔹 On career advice:
"Put people first!" When you value your team, they value your customers. That’s the foundation of success.

Check this out Monday and Wednesday this week!

A Career Chat is a 30-minute virtual conversation open to any students who want to learn, ask questions, and get career-ready whether they’re preparing for post-grad life or pursuing their next internship. While my main audience is seniors exploring full-time roles, the topics are designed to be valuable and engaging for all years and majors.
Each session will be hosted via Microsoft Teams every Monday and Wednesday evening from 7:00-7:30PM.
Here’s how each session will flow:

0-10 min: Introduction to my company, Vi-Leon
10-20 min: Discussion on that evening’s topic
20-30 min: Open Q+A

For returning attendees who have already heard the company overview, they can hop in at 7:10PM to go straight into the discussion and Q+A portion!
Link to “register”: https://app8.greenhouse.io/e/osfqmg

David Duncan '19 is a lawyer specializing in Mergers and Acquisitions. Here's what he finds valuable for those entering the legal profession:

🔹 On the future:
AI is transforming how lawyers serve clients. Junior attorneys will increasingly oversee AI-driven drafting and review tools, allowing them to take on more substantive legal work earlier in their careers. The real differentiator won’t be who uses AI—but who uses it responsibly to deliver faster, smarter, and more comprehensive advice.

🔹 On key skills:
Attention to detail, responsiveness, and problem-solving are essential. Great lawyers anticipate risks and stay committed to delivering excellent service to clients and colleagues alike.

🔹 On Elon experiences:
An undergraduate research project funded by the Leadership Prize built key skills in framing complex questions, synthesizing information, and presenting clear recommendations—skills that directly mirror the demands of M&A legal practice today.

🔹 On career advice:
Don’t confuse “I haven’t learned this yet” with “I’m not capable of learning this.” Law can feel overwhelming at first, but patience, curiosity, and persistence help you grow into the work.