The Power Pitch: Mastering the Art of Confidently Integrating Disability into Your Career Narrative

Unlock Your Hidden Career Superpowers
Transform Lived Experience into Professional Expertise in 60 Minutes

Hosted by Jennifer Adelhardt, Adjunct Professor at the Belk College of Business

You've been told your disability is a barrier. We’re here to show you it’s your greatest professional asset.

Join us for a fast-paced, high-impact workshop where you’ll learn to reframe your lived experience into powerful career tools. This isn’t just another resume session—it’s a mindset shift.

In just 60 minutes, you will:

? DECODE your hidden professional skills
Identify and articulate the high-demand competencies you’ve already mastered—from project management to strategic problem-solving—just by navigating the world differently.

? DISCOVER your innovation story
See how the adaptations you’ve created don’t just solve personal challenges—they reveal your unique capacity for innovation that benefits everyone.

? DEVELOP your power pitch
Craft a compelling, confident narrative about the unique value you bring to any team or employer.

Why attend?

• Translate lived experience into strong, skill-based resume bullets before you leave


• Learn to frame your problem-solving as Disability-Driven Innovation


• Articulate your strengths with clarity and confidence


• Leave with concrete frameworks and a ready-to-use professional pitch

Perfect for students & recent grads who:

• Are prepping for internships, jobs, or networking


• Want to own their story and communicate their strengths


• Are ready to shift from “accommodation” to “competitive advantage”

Event Details:
? Online via Zoom
⏰ 60-minute interactive workshop
? Open to all students & recent graduates