From class to corporate: Your path to success

Abdullah Bhutta

President of the Information Technology Management Students’ Association at Toronto Metropolitan University

Abdullah is a fourth year Business Technology Management (BTM) student at Toronto Metropolitan University. Alongside his studies, he holds the position of President of the Information Technology Management Students’ Association. In this role, Abdullah has led diverse projects that unite IT and the BTM students, fostering stronger connections within the tech community. He is passionate about collaborative environments that drive innovative solutions and team success.

Madeline Bramson

Undergraduate Research Assistant – Math Thinking and Learning Lab at Florida State University

Xavier Jones

Associate Director of Employer Relations – School of Engineering & Computer Science at University of Texas at Dallas

Stéphanie Bernier

Career and Business Development Advisor at University of Ottawa

As a Career and Business Development Advisor, Stéphanie has been connecting highly qualified students with employers and recruiters for almost seven years. Her previous experience at the CO-OP office helped her to establish strong connections between all faculties, so that students can easily access the right advice and support to help them on their career paths.

Karri Tougas

Client Success Manager at Indigenous Link

Karri Tougas is a proud citizen of the Métis Nation of Ontario. She began her career as a teacher in Treaty 3 territory before relocating to central Ontario, gaining experience at Teletech, LabX, and The Scientist magazine. Seeking to apply her skills within an Indigenous space, she began her role at Indigenous Link where she initially contributed to the development of the Job Board and management of social media. Now, as Client Success Manager, Karri plays a pivotal role in developing strong partnerships and driving the organization’s mission.

Allison Quick

University Partnerships Lead – Southeast & Florida at FDM Group

Allison plays a pivotal role in recruiting talent for FDM’s Career Development Program. With a strong focus on technology and innovation, Allison is dedicated to powering the people behind tech advancements. Her work is instrumental in bridging the gap between academia and industry, fostering a new generation of tech professionals who are ready to make an impact.

Imen Naili

University Partnerships Manager – Quebec & Canada at FDM Group

Imen is a seasoned leader and a passionate advocate for developing the next generation of leaders. Through managing junior sales and service teams, she has gained a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing young professionals. At FDM, she makes an impact both in-office and on-campus by engaging in dialogues that highlight the transformative power of mentorship and explore the driving effective change in today’s dynamic work environment.

Joe Manzewitsch

University Partnerships Lead – Northeast & Texas at FDM Group

After graduating with a double bachelor’s degree and master’s degree from UNC Charlotte, Joe began his career in the corporate compliance and HR space before transitioning into talent acquisition in a variety of industries. Joe has been with FDM since 2021, where he collaborates with institutions of higher learning to support emerging talent into successful and fulfilling careers.

Tasfia Karim

University Partnerships Lead – Ontario & Nova Scotia at FDM Group

With five years’ experience in campus recruitment and building early talent pipelines, Tasfia specializes in empowering students to navigate the tech and business sectors. Tasfia manages FDM’s partnerships in Ontario and the Maritimes, offering valuable industry insights, tools, and tips to help students stay ahead in a rapidly growing technology landscape.