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Students, faculty, friends, family and employer partners filled the room, not just in jerseys representing their favorite teams, but united in their support for one another and their shared commitment to professional growth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Standout Sales Event <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Designed as an informal yet impactful networking experience, Spring Into Sales gave students the opportunity to engage directly with leading companies in a relaxed environment where conversations flowed easily, mentorship felt natural and opportunities felt tangible. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The event featured an outstanding group of employer partners, including: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Group Management Services, Inc. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>MaintainX <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>CHG Healthcare <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>REVGEN <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Relay <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Levitate <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prometheus Group<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>New Western<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Equitable <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Celonis <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;The journey of going from a student, to recruiting students to assisting with coordinating the same event that brought me into the club in the first place is the beauty of student leadership,&#8221; says Xavier Ridout, the club&#8217;s vice president of membership. &#8220;Spring into sales is an intimate experience for students curious about sales careers in Raleigh. These companies are just as excited to speak with students as the students are to be there, which creates a really great environment.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Their continued investment in NC State students is what made the night so meaningful. By showing up, sharing insights and building real connections, these organizations helped bridge the gap between classroom learning and career success. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Leadership That Made it Happen<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Behind the scenes, the Sales Club\u2019s executive team played a pivotal role in bringing the event to life. Their dedication, creativity and teamwork were evident in every detail. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cBeing the president of this organization has meant more to me than I can truly put into words,&#8221; says Jayden Ford, founder and president. &#8220;I wouldn\u2019t be who I am today without the Sales Club. The support I\u2019ve received as an ambitious student leader is everything I could have asked for and more. It\u2019s shaped my confidence, my growth and my future.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The leadership team includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Jayden Ford, Founder, President<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Xavier Ridout, VP of Membership <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Caitlyn Muniz, VP of Administration <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tripp Westbrook, VP of Engagement<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Samuel Bezek, VP of Operations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Judd Armstrong, VP of Finance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Juliana Romero-Cortes, VP of Digital Marketing <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tyler Wiersma, Faculty Advisor <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>More than just a team, this group has built a culture rooted in collaboration, friendship and shared ambition. Their efforts continue to elevate the Sales Club as one of the most impactful student organizations at NC State.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the highlights of the evening was the employer bingo giveaway, a fun and memorable way to encourage student engagement with every company in the room. Federico Colombo took home the iPad prize.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Faculty and Staff Support <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The presence of faculty and staff added another meaningful layer to the evening. The Sales Club thanks <a href=\"https:\/\/poole.ncsu.edu\/people\/tyler-wiersma\/\">Tyler Wiersma<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/poole.ncsu.edu\/people\/pieter-verhallen\/\">Pieter Verhallen<\/a> for attending and supporting the event. Their engagement with students reflects the strong foundation of mentorship and guidance that defines the Poole College community. <\/p>\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"has-custombg-one-text-color wp-block-ncst-pullquote\">\n  <div class=\"pullquote-container\">\n    <p class=\"pullquote-content\">&#8220;I wouldn\u2019t be who I am today without the Sales Club. The support I\u2019ve received as an ambitious student leader is everything I could have asked for and more.\u201d <\/p>\n  <\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Night to Remember <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Spring Into Sales wasn\u2019t just another event, it was a reflection of everything the NC State Sales Club stands for: growth, connection and opportunity. With the support of 12 incredible employer partners, a dedicated leadership team and a community that continues to show up for one another, the event marked a powerful moment in what has been a remarkable year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As the Sales Club continues to grow, one thing is clear: the future of sales leadership at NC State is bright, and it\u2019s built on nights like this.<\/p>\n","protected":false,"raw":"<!-- wp:ncst\/dynamic-header {\"block\":\"ncst\/default-post-header\"} -->\n<!-- wp:ncst\/default-post-header {\"caption\":\"Sales Club members enjoy the Spring Into Sales event. Front row (left to right): Caitlyn Muniz, Jayden Ford and Juliana Romero Cortez. 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These companies are just as excited to speak with students as the students are to be there, which creates a really great environment.\"<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Their continued investment in NC State students is what made the night so meaningful. By showing up, sharing insights and building real connections, these organizations helped bridge the gap between classroom learning and career success. <\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"levelOptions\":[2,3,4,5,6]} -->\n<h2>Leadership That Made it Happen<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Behind the scenes, the Sales Club\u2019s executive team played a pivotal role in bringing the event to life. Their dedication, creativity and teamwork were evident in every detail. <\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>\u201cBeing the president of this organization has meant more to me than I can truly put into words,\" says Jayden Ford, founder and president. \"I wouldn\u2019t be who I am today without the Sales Club. The support I\u2019ve received as an ambitious student leader is everything I could have asked for and more. It\u2019s shaped my confidence, my growth and my future.\u201d<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The leadership team includes:<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Jayden Ford, Founder, President<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Xavier Ridout, VP of Membership <\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Caitlyn Muniz, VP of Administration <\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Tripp Westbrook, VP of Engagement<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Samuel Bezek, VP of Operations<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Judd Armstrong, VP of Finance<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Juliana Romero-Cortes, VP of Digital Marketing <\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Tyler Wiersma, Faculty Advisor <\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>More than just a team, this group has built a culture rooted in collaboration, friendship and shared ambition. 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