| JobQuest 2011
Buffalo Convention Center
Buffalo, New York
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Wednesday,
November 16, 2011, 3-6 p.m
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This is an excellent opportunity for organizations to informally
interview candidates from Western New York Colleges and Universities
in all areas.
For information on employer expectations go here.
Thank you to all those who make this possible.
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| ADAM | Buffalo | NY
| At the Adam's Mark Hotel, we inspire performance with an experience that reflects our Guests' own priorities - satisfaction,excellence,and professionalism. Our highest mission is to provide genuine care, showing empathy and compassion and always exceeding the expectations of our Guests. The Adam's mark experience inspires the senses, instills well-being, and fulfills even the unexpressed wishes and needs of our Guests.
The Adam's Mark Hotel Buffalo-Niagara continues it's commitment to excellence by offering outstanding employment opportunities to Talented individuals. As WNY'S Hotel of Choice, with 72,000 sq. ft. of event space & 486 guest rooms, we are seeking highly motivated & experienced individuals to join our TEAM!
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| ADECCO STAFFING | | NY
| Adecco is a Global Fortune 500 company and the world leader in workforce solutions. Adecco connects over 700,000 associates with business clients each day through its network of over 33,000 employees and 6,600 offices in over 70 countries and territories around the world. In the Western New York area, we have 10 branches with over 20 dedicated recruiters who know the local job market inside and out, and deliver personal, one-on-one service. Our recruiters partner with large, Fortune 500 companies to small and medium-sized businesses — to place highly-qualified candidates in the Office/Financial and Light Industrial fields.
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| ALTITUDE MARKETING | Lockport | NY
| Altitude Marketing LLC is an industry leader in its field. We are currently looking for motivated individuals to add to our growing company in the Buffalo area. The position offers a guaranteed hourly pay plus a competitive commission plan with weekly bonus. Altitude Marketing was recently ranked as one of the fastest growing companies in the Western New York area. |
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| AXA ADVISORS | Williamsville | NY
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| BUREAU VERITAS CONSUMER PRODUCTS SERVICES | Buffalo | NY
| Bureau Veritas Consumer Product Services, Inc. (BVCPS) works with retailers and manufacturers of consumer products worldwide to assess their products and manufacturing processes for compliance with regulatory, quality and performance requirements. We test products, inspect goods, assess factories, conduct social audits, and train personnel. Our proactive solutions throughout the supply chain help our clients better manage risk, protect their brands, reduce costs and cut time to market. With over 8,000 employees in over 60 office and laboratories, and 30+ years of experience, we offer dynamic, exciting employment opportunities. |
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| CAROLINA FURNITURE | Amherst | NY
| Retail Furniture store and design center |
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| CH WRIGHT DISTRIBUTING | Leroy | NY
| Upstate NY Beverage Distributor/Buffalo Territory |
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| CITI | Getzville | NY
| Citi, the leading global financial services company, has some 200 million customer accounts and does business in more than 100 countries, providing consumers, corporations, governments and institutions with a broad range of financial products and services, including consumer banking and credit, corporate and investment banking, securities brokerage, and wealth management. Additional information may be found at www.citigroup.com or www.citi.com . |
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| COMBINED INSURANCE | | NY
| Supplemental insurance provider |
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| COMPUTER PLUS STAFFING SOLUTIONS | Williamsville | NY
| Founded in 1970, Computer Plus Staffing Solutions has long-standing relationships with many of Western New York's premier employers. We are proud to be recognized as an industry leader in contract and direct-hire placement in the fields of Information Technology and Accounting/Finance. Please visit our website at www.cpstaffing.com to view our current openings. |
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| CURBELL, INC. | Orchard Park | NY
| Curbell, Inc. is a privately-held company headquartered in Orchard Park, NY that operates two distinct companies: Curbell Plastics, Inc. and Curbell Electronics, Inc.
Curbell Plastics is one of the nation's premier suppliers of plastic sheet, rod, tube, and related materials, supplying hundreds of plastics products from distribution centers strategically located throughout the United States.
Curbell Electronics is the largest manufacturer of signaling devices and related accessories for hospitals and nursing homes throughout the United States. In addition to its own products, Curbell Electronics manufactures a variety of privately-labeled products for most of the major hospital communication system manufacturers in the country, and also distributes many other healthcare products. |
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| DURHAM STAFFING INC. | Depew | NY
| Durham Staffing is a full service staffing agency with over forty years of experience. We rank as a leading employment agency and provide a wide range of career opportunities for Executive,Clerical,Healthcare,Technical and Industrial placement. |
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| ENTERPRISE RENT A CAR | Rochester | NY
| As a company, the goal of Enterprise was never to be the biggest – only the best. However, because our people offer the best customer experience, we’ve done some growing. Today we’re the #1 car rental company in the world. And there’s no plan to slow down.
Enterprise continues to find success in other business areas as well. Our Fleet Management, Commercial Truck and Car Sales businesses continue to grow and expand. These revenue streams give us the opportunity to diversify our business and, in turn, offer you more career opportunities.
A little recognition goes a long way. A lot of recognition goes even further. From BusinessWeek to the Princeton Review, we’ve received recognition and accolades for every aspect of our business. Whether it’s for our exceptional Management Training Program, our commitment to the environment or our innovative use of technology, we’re earning awards and honors from around the world.
As a multibillion-dollar industry leader, we can offer you more than a chance to succeed. This is where you can thrive. Our environment’s energetic, our people are motivated and our career paths can take you where you want to GO. No matter where you join Enterprise, get ready for something big.
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| FETCH LOGISTICS INC. | Amherst | NY
| Fetch Logistics is a leading non-asset based third party logistics provider looking for driven, creative people to start their career with a growing company. Started in Amherst, NY in 1997 by two friends in a basement, Fetch has since grown to include offices in Chicago and Atlanta. We provide our employees with technology, training and a relaxed, fun work environment, which helps us succeed in this growing industry.
Fetch Logistics is looking for energetic, outgoing, competitive and motivated individuals to complete our 3 month training program to prepare them for a successful career in the freight brokerage industry. This entry level training program includes sourcing equipment and negotiating rates with transportation carriers throughout the country, as well as learning the skills needed to move into an Account Management or Account Executive position.
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| FIRST INVESTORS CORPORATION | Getzville | NY
| First Investors Corporation is a Wall Street based financial services firm, established in 1930. We have a proud eighty-year history of helping our clients save on taxes and prepare for retirement, college education and the many other financial goals they might have.
We offer a wide variety of the following:
• Mutual funds
• Life Insurance (Whole Life, Term Life & Variable Life)
• Annuities
• Retirement Funding
• Education Funding
Our philosophy is that we connect “Main Street to Wall Street" through a network of registered representatives located in offices coast-to-coast. We are different from others in the industry because our registered representatives meet with our clients face-to-face, largely in the client’s home, in order to take the time to learn about his or her current financial situation, risk tolerance and future goals. One of the most rewarding aspects of working for us is the fact that we strive to make a significant amount of difference in the lives of others –both for our clients and our representatives.
With regional offices dotted all over the country, we have the ability to reach out to clients in countless geographic areas as well as offer opportunities to representatives all over the country.
We service billions of dollars in assets on behalf our clients - including hundreds of thousands of individual households and institutions. Our core of representatives is among the largest in the financial services industry.
First Investors is a member of:
• FINRA
• ICI (Investment Company Institute
• ASBO (Association of School Business Officials)
• NTSAA (National Tax Shelter Account Association)
• ASPPA (American Society for Pension Professionals and Actuaries)
• SIPC (Securities Investors Protection Corporation)
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| GEICO | Getzville | NY
| Driving your career. Insuring your future.
For more than 70 years, GEICO has stood out from the rest of the insurance industry! We are the third-largest and fastest-growing insurance company in the U.S., thanks to our low rates and great customer service. We're an industry leader with 12 major offices and 23,000 associates across the country. As a wholly-owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, we offer new hires career advancement opportunity in a financially stable and rewarding environment. |
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| GREATER NIAGARA FRONTIER COUNCIL, BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA | Cheektowaga | NY
| National youth organization. We run summer camps for the Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts. |
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| HARPER INTERNATIONAL | | NY
| Harper International is a global leader in complete thermal processing solutions, as well as technical services essential for the production of advanced materials. From concept to commercialization, from research scale to full production line operations, Harper is perpetually on the cutting edge. For decades, we have pioneered some of the world’s most innovative, customized systems, with a focus on processing materials at high temperatures and in non-ambient atmospheres.
Harper’s value proposition is unequaled — decades of industry experience, a highly specialized, multi-talented group of employees, and a passion for partnership. We don’t shoehorn a standard line of products to fit our customers’ requirements. We specialize in first-of-a-kind solutions using our exceptional depth and breadth of knowledge. Harper’s culture is one of genuine ingenuity and creativity, which ensures we are constantly challenging ourselves to craft the best-engineered technology solution for our customers’ unique thermal processing needs. |
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| INTERNATIONAL IMAGING MATERIALS, INC. (IIMAK) | Amherst | NY
| International Imaging Materials, Inc. (IIMAK) is an industry expert and a leading North American manufacturer of thermal transfer ribbons, which are used in a wide range of high growth markets including bar coding, thermal fax, color computer graphics and security authentication. IIMAK’s global operations have nearly 600 employees worldwide, and are headquartered in Amherst, New York. |
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| JUST FOR KIDS-THE SYNERGY GROUP | Williamsville | NY
| Just for Kids is a nonprofit organization who provides high quality before and after school programming for the Williamsville and Grand Island School Districts. We provide meaningful homework and academic support, athletic and artistic experiences, and coordinate activities to help youngsters further develop social skills, form positive relationships with adults, and ease the transition into adulthood. We enrich our program with creative, motivated employees who have a passion for working with today’s youth and an interest in providing an engaging out-of-school experience for program participants. Our commitment to quality is founded on four key elements: strong leadership at all levels, employment of highly qualified individuals, investment in program resources, and commitment to the local community. Our commitment to quality is founded on four key elements: strong leadership at all levels, employment of highly qualified individuals, investment in program resources, and commitment to the local community. |
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| MCKESSON | West Seneca | NY
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| METRO GROUP INC | Cheektowaga | NY
| Metro Group Inc is the Printer, Publisher and Distributor of 317,000 editions covering 23 different territories of several weekly advertisers,such as the Metro Source, The Metro Retailer and several Southerntier Pennysavers. We also offer Printing, Mass Mailing and Hand delivery of advertising materials to Businesses.
We are offering several other advertising Media Options beside Print and wish to expand to a Multi-Media savvy Staff.
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| NORTHWESTERN MUTUAL FINANCIAL NETWORK | Williamsville | NY
| We are a 154-year-old mutual company serving the insurance and investment needs of more than three million clients. During our long history, we have protected our clients and paid life insurance dividends every year since 1872. In fact, while not guaranteed, we have paid more in total individual life insurance dividends to policy owners than any other company in the industry for the past 12 years.
We are the nation’s largest direct provider of individual life insurance — ranking 112 on the FORTUNE 500 with $180 billion in assets. When you're looking for help in managing your financial risk and achieving financial security, we are a strong company.
We offer a personalized approach to providing customized financial solutions tailored to each client's individual needs. You’ll provide needs-based analysis and financial solutions to help ensure a client's needs are met at every life stage. You’ll work closely with clients to develop customized solutions that meet long-term financial goals and objectives. Learn more about us. |
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| PEOPLE INC. | Williamsville | NY
| People Inc. is Western New York's leading non-profit human services agency. Through a variety of services, including residential, employment, community outreach, health care and recreation programs, we help families and people with disabilities, as well as seniors, live more healthy, independent and productive lives.
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| PERRY'S ICE CREAM | Akron | NY
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| PRUDENTIAL FINANCIAL | Dewitt | NY
| Prudential Financial with more than 130 years in Financial Services , offers a broad range of Financial Products and services for people and businesses in the U.S. and abroad. |
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| RENEWAL BY ANDERSEN WINDOWS | | NY
| Andersen is the Worlds largest window replacement company, with over 100 years of experience. Andersen is determind to provide the finest energy savings and home improvement products, at fair prices and stand behind those products and services without exception. |
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| ROBERT HALF INTERNATIONAL | Buffalo | NY
| Founded in 1948, Robert Half International is the world’s first and largest specialized staffing firm, and is a recognized leader in professional staffing and consulting services. Robert Half’s specialized divisions include Accountemps, Robert Half Finance & Accounting and Robert Half Management Resources, for temporary, full-time and project professionals, respectively, in the fields of accounting and finance; and OfficeTeam for highly skilled temporary administrative support personnel. Robert Half International has more than 400 locations worldwide and offers online job search services at www.rhi.com. |
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| ROSWELL PARK CANCER INSTITUTE | Buffalo | NY
| Founded in 1898 by Roswell Park, MD, Roswell Park Cancer Institute was the first institution in the nation dedicated to a comprehensive, laboratory-based approach to the understanding and treatment of cancer. Today RPCI helps set the national standard for cancer care as one of 19 members of the prestigious National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN). Our mission is to understand, prevent and cure cancer. |
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| RYDER TRUCK RENTAL | Cheektowaga | NY
| Ryder System, Inc. is a FORTUNE® 500 provider of leading-edge transportation, logistics and supply chain management solutions. Ryder's product offerings include: Fleet Management Solutions (FMS), which provides leasing, rental and programmed maintenance of trucks, tractors and trailers to commercial customers; Supply Chain Solutions (SCS), which manages the movement of materials and related information from the acquisition of raw materials to the delivery of finished products to end-users; and Dedicated Contract Carriage (DCC), which provides a turn-key transportation service that includes vehicles, drivers, routing and scheduling. Ryder serves customer needs throughout North America and in Mexico, Europe and Asia.
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| THE BUFFALO AGENCY/MASS MUTUAL | Amherst | NY
| General Agency of Fortune 500 company providing full
range financial services to individuals and businesses. 160 year history of growth and stability.
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| THRIVENT FINANCIAL | Fairport | NY
| Thrivent Financial is a progressive, Not for Profit, Fortune 300 organization committed to excellence in financial services and caring for others. We're also committed to you and your success. When you join our team of financial representatives, you'll have the opportunity to follow your own career path and achieve your highest potential, both professionally and financially.
Please review our website at www.thrivent.com to learn more about Thrivent.
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| TOTAL TAN, INC. | Blasdell | NY
| We are a Tanning Salon chain based out of Buffalo, New York. Beginning in 1994 we opened our 1st salon and have expanded to 29 stores in 5 cities including Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse, Albany, and Northern PA. We take pride in providing all of our customers with an extremely clean and friendly tanning atmosphere. |
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| TRANSITIONAL SERVICES, INC. | Buffalo | NY
| Transitional Services, Inc. (TSI) is a non-profit, residential mental health agency. We provide community living opportunities for individuals diagnosed with a mental illness, and assist them with meeting their goals. |
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| TRAVELERS INSURANCE | Buffalo | NY
| The Travelers Companies, Inc. is a leading provider of property casualty insurance for auto, home and business. The company's diverse business lines offer its global customers a wide range of coverage sold primarily through independent agents and brokers. A component of the Dow Jones Industrial Average, Travelers has more than 30,000 employees and operations in the U.S., Canada, U.K. and Ireland. The company generated revenues of approximately $25 billion in 2010. For more information, visit www.travelers.com.
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| U.S. CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTION | Buffalo | NY
| We are U.S. Customs and Border Protection – CBP. CBP is the largest law enforcement agency within the Department of Homeland Security. We presently have over 58,000 employees serving both nationwide and overseas. CBP’s priority mission is to prevent terrorists and terrorist weapons from entering the United States and ensuring the security of our nation at America's borders and ports of entry. |
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| UNITEDHEALTH GROUP | Tonawanda | NY
| UnitedHealth Group is working to create the health care system of tomorrow.
Already Fortune 25, we are totally focused on innovation and change. We work a little harder. We aim a little higher. We expect more from ourselves and each other. And at the end of the day, we're doing a lot of good.
Through our family of businesses and a lot of inspired individuals, we're building a high-performance health care system that works better for more people in more ways than ever. Now we're looking to reinforce our team with people who are decisive, brilliant - and built for speed.
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| UNIVERA HEALTHCARE | Williamsville | NY
| Univera Healthcare's all about fantastic coverage, outstanding value, and a personal touch. We're in it for the community's health. Not for profit.
We aim to keep Western New Yorkers healthy and enrich their lives. And we're making that happen, more than ever before, with a growing selection of plans and perks to fit your life, your business, and your budget...better.
Univera Healthcare is a nonprofit health plan serving the eight counties of Western New York.
More than 5,700 providers participate with Univera Healthcare in Western New York.
Univera Healthcare members in Western New York have access to all area hospitals, including Roswell Park Cancer Institute, BryLin Hospital, Erie County Medical Center (ECMC), the hospitals of the Kaleida Health system, and the hospitals of the Catholic Health System.
Univera Healthcare members in Western New York have access to all major pharmacy chains, just about all independent drugstores, and more than 61,000 pharmacies nationwide.
Univera Healthcare also operates Univera Community Health (UCH). UCH supports three programs: PlusMed, a health plan for people who are eligible for Medicaid; and New York State-sponsored ChildHealthPlus and Family Health Plus.
Univera Healthcare is part of The Lifetime Healthcare Companies, a family of companies that now provides health insurance coverage to more than 1.7 million people across 39 counties of New York state, and long-term care insurance nationwide. Our organization employs more than 6,000 people in upstate New York.
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| US ARMY RECRUITING BUFFALO RECRUITING STATION | Buffalo | NY
| US Army and Army Reserve Recruiting |
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| VANITY | | NY
| Vanity is a privately owned mall based specialty retailer. The stores, which operate under the name "Vanity," offer affordable apparel and accessories targeted to fashion conscious young females. With approximately 185 store locations located in 27 states across the United States, Vanity strives to provide its customers with an attractive and relevant shopping environment assisted by friendly and knowledgeable fashion consultants |
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| WADDELL & REED | East Amherst | NY
| Financial Services |
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| WHITING DOOR MANUFACTURING | Akron | NY
| Whiting Door Manufacturing Corp. began operations in 1953, and is the largest supplier of roll-up doors for the transportation industry. Whiting also manufactures swing doors as well as other custom products. We currently operate three facilities across the U.S. as well as having licensed affiliates who manufacture under the Whiting name around the globe. |
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| WILSON FARMS/7-ELEVEN | Williamsville | NY
| About 7-Eleven - 7-Eleven, Inc. is the premier name and largest chain in the convenience retailing industry. Based in Dallas, Texas, 7-Eleven operates, franchises or licenses close to 8,900 7-Eleven® stores in North America. Globally, there are approximately 43,300 7-Eleven stores in 16 countries. . Find out more online at www.7-Eleven.com.
About Wilson Farms - Wilson Farms Neighborhood Food Stores, established in 1969, currently operate convenience store and gas station locations across New York State. Over the years, Wilson Farms stores have evolved to fit the changing needs of customers. Wilson Farms was purchased this year by 7-Eleven, Inc., and the locations are transitioning to the 7-Eleven brand.
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| WUTV/WNYO | Buffalo | NY
| Television station |
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