In this Issue:

• 2009 Trades Dinners Are a Success

• TIP Giving Society Event featuring Robert D. Grant

• JUF Young Professionals Summer Networking Happy Hour

• Jewish Professional Women's Forum Summer Networking Program

• JUF Job Fair Matches 300 Job Seekers, 40 Employers

• New FREE Venue for Job Posting Openings Launches this Summer

• Join the Young Financial Committee

• Answer the Call

Over 4,000 people attended the 2009 Trades, Industries and Professions (TIP) events in May and June. Four dinners, representing 13 Trade Divisions, were held, featuring Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield of Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream, ABC News Chief and Washington Correspondent George Stephanopoulos, Professor Alan Dershowitz and Former Secretary of Homeland Security Michael Chertoff. Over $2.1 million was raised for the JUF Annual Campaign.

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TIP presents a Giving Society Event featuring guest speaker Robert D. Grant on Friday, August 7th, starting at 11:00 AM at JUF (30 S. Wells). Robert Grant, Special Agent in Charge, Chicago Division of the FBI will speak on The F.B.I Post 911: Making Terrorism the Priority.

This program will continue the series of high-level networking events for members of the various professional divisions of JUF who, as individuals, make annual contributions to JUF of at least $5,000. One hour of networking will preceed Mr. Grant's presentation, beginning at 11:00 AM; the lunch and presentation will begin at noon.

While there will be no solicitation of funds at this event, a $5,000 minimum individual commitment to the 2009 JUF Annual Campaign is required to attend.
Email TIP with questions regarding this event or our giving societies.

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JUF Young Professionals Summer Networking Happy Hour hosted by the Young Financial, Lawyers and Real Estate Groups:

• Tuesday, July 28th, 2009
  6:00 - 8:00 PM
  Open Bar and Kosher Cheese Tasting
• Market (1113 W. Randolph, West Loop between May and Aberdeen)
• $25 advance registration/$30 at the door

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Join other Jewish Professional Women on Wednesday, August 12th at Flatwater Grill, 321 N. Clark St. (river level) from 5:30-7:30 p.m. for a networking program. The cost is $15 which includes one drink ticket.

The Jewish Professional Women's Forum (JPWF) is a new group within the JUF's Trades, Industries and Professionals Division, bringing together professional women in the Chicago area for communal engagement, interaction, networking support and involvement in the Jewish Community. To RSVP please visit here or call Lainie Kaufman at (312) 444-2826.

Jewish Professional Women's Forum Chair
Elizabeth Fine

Committee
Esther Barron
Mara Beth Baumgarten
Diane Dubey
Jennifer Levins
Karen Pornoy
Hilary Rosenthal

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Some 300 job seekers connected with 40 prospective employers on June 24th at the JUF Job Fair organized to assist beginning to mid-level professionals. A project of the J-HELP: A Boost in Tough Times initiative, the fair, held at Federation, was presented by JUF's Young Leadership Division and Trades, Industries and Professions Division, in conjunction with Jewish Vocational Service (JVS) and Hillels of Illinois.

In addition to face-to-face contact with hiring firms, the job seekers participated in several career workshops - including "Building a Network for your Job Search," "Sharpening your Interviewing Skills," and "Managing a Transition to an Alternate Career"- and received career counseling and resume help at a Job Search Strategy Resource Table.

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Jewish Vocational Services (JVS) Chicago joins organizations in New York, L.A, Detroit, Minneapolis, Atlanta, San Francisco, and other major cities in launching its brand new employment website, ParnossahWorksChicago. Starting in mid-August, the unique job board will provide a free venue for employers to match qualified candidates to open positions with the help of experienced JVS staff.

JVS will handle the set up at an employer's request for no additional charge. Additionally, job seekers will be able to access job opportunities and employment assistance at their own convenience from any internet connection...even from their Smart Phones. The site will also offer tips on resume construction and access to more JVS job campaign services. The site is made possible through a grant from the Jewish Federations J-HELP Initiative. Watch for details! For more information call (312) 673-3437 or email ParnossaWorksChicago.

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The 2009-2010 Young Financial Committee is beginning recruitment. If you are interested in getting more involved with TIP and are a young professional working in the financial sector, then this committee is for you. Email Benjamin Kaplan or call (312) 444-2849 for more information.

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When the economy plunged, local needs skyrocketed. Many of your neighbors have lost their homes, cannot find a job, and are doing without basic needs. JUF's ability to provide them the assistance they need depends on you.

This summer, when a volunteer calls to ask for your gift to the 2009 JUF Annual Campaign, please... answer the call. Make your gift today.

Remember, making your commitment today doesn't mean you have to send a check today - you have until the end of the year to fulfill your gift.