AMA Pittsburgh Coffee Connections: From Applications to Opportunities

Topic for 2/18/26

From Applications to Opportunities: Navigating the Job Market as a Young Professional

Breaking into today’s job market takes more than submitting applications. It takes visibility, confidence, and connection. In this Coffee Connections session, Piper will share real strategies she used to land interviews and build meaningful professional relationships early in her career. From developing a personal brand and portfolio, to showing up consistently at networking events like AMA Pittsburgh, this conversation will focus on practical, approachable ways young professionals can create opportunities for themselves.

Key takeaways from this session include:

• Building a personal brand that reflects who you are and where you want to go
• Using networking events and professional organizations to form genuine connections
• Creating a portfolio that shows value beyond a resume
• Investing in continuous learning to stay competitive
• Reaching out to people you already know — and doing it confidently

Whether you’re job searching, career-pivoting, or just looking to feel more grounded in your path, this session is designed to be honest, encouraging, and actionable.

About the speaker

Piper Martin is a marketing professional with experience in digital strategy, content creation, and brand storytelling. With a background spanning social media, web strategy, and content development, she’s passionate about helping brands and people communicate clearly and authentically.

A graduate of the University of Pittsburgh with a degree in Marketing and Supply Chain Management, Piper is actively involved in the Pittsburgh marketing community through organizations like AMA Pittsburgh. She enjoys sharing practical career insights with young professionals, focusing on confidence-building, networking, and navigating early career transitions with intention.

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