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CNM ONLINE - "Behind the Hiring Curtain: A Q&A with Ashley Shimer"
CNM ONLINE - "Behind the Hiring Curtain: A Q&A with Ashley Shimer"

CNM ONLINE - "Behind the Hiring Curtain: A Q&A with Ashley Shimer"

What really happens behind the scenes when you apply for a job? A recruiting leader at Amazon is ready to share what happens after you click "submit."

Time & Location

Oct 07, 2026, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM EDT

Zoom

Guests

About the event

Join Ashley Shimer, Sr. Recruiting Manager at Amazon Web Services, for an insider’s perspective on today’s job search and hiring process.


Ashley will share what recruiters look for in candidates, how applications are evaluated, what happens throughout the hiring process, and how job seekers can position themselves for greater success. This is your opportunity to hear directly from an experienced recruiting leader and get answers to your questions about what it takes to stand out in today’s competitive job market.


You’ll gain insights into:

  • What recruiters look for when evaluating candidates

  • How the hiring process works from application to interview

  • What can help—or hurt—your chances of getting noticed

  • How to approach your job search from a recruiter’s perspective

  • Tips for making a stronger impression throughout the hiring process


Come with your questions and get the recruiter’s perspective!


**NOTE - THIS PRESENTATION IS ON WEDNESDAY, OCT. 7 AT 8 PM ET.


About the Speaker

Ashley Shimer is Sr. Recruiting Manager at Amazon Web Services (AWS) specializing in technical recruiting. She has over 15 years of experience in the talent acquisition field. for such companies as Booz Allen Hamilton, Centuria, and Ajilon Consulting.


Ashley is also the Founder and President of the NeverGiveUp26 Foundation created in memory of her brother Packy Purcell, a star football player and inspiring coach. This organization is dedicated to raising awareness of Crohn’s disease and colon cancer, and helping people and their families who suffer from these two diseases. She encourages everyone to live by Packy's motto***, "NEVER GIVE UP!"***


All CNM events are FREE and OPEN to everyone!

 

After you register, you will receive an email with the link to join the workshop.



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