Professional Events
The team responsible for organizing and coordinating SFA member activities plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth functioning of the organization. Their responsibilities include meticulous planning and execution of various events and networking sessions, that cater to the diverse interests of the members. Additionally, they collaborate with recruiters to provide members with valuable opportunities to connect with potential employers and gain insights into the current job market.
Community Engagement
Team that strives in creating a vibrant and inclusive community that goes beyond the professional realm. As such, we undertake the important task of planning and organizing various social, communal, and philanthropic events that bring our members together. These events provide a platform for our members to connect with each other on a personal level, fostering strong bonds and a sense of belonging.
Marketing
At SFA, we have a dedicated team that ensures our club stands out as the best at CSUN. Our marketing team works tirelessly to promote the unique and exciting aspects of our club to the wider community. They are responsible for managing our social media platforms and developing creative marketing materials that capture the essence of our club.
Moreover, we take pride in preparing our students for the industry by providing them with project management skills and involving them in various intensive marketing projects. These projects give them the opportunity to gain hands-on experience, enhance their skills, and prepare them for a successful career in the field.
Finance
Our team is responsible for planning and organizing various fundraising events throughout the year. These events are crucial to our mission of supporting the causes we care about. In addition, we source high-quality merchandise that represents our brand and helps us raise awareness about our organization and its goals. This includes clothing, accessories, and other promotional items that can be used to spread the word about our work.
Our ultimate goal is to increase our funds so that we can cover our budget expenses for the current and start of the upcoming semester. To achieve this, we're constantly brainstorming creative ideas. We also create sponsorship packages to contact companies and explore multiple options to help our organization succeed in providing scholarships to our members. These scholarships can help them further their education and fund other events, trips, and tours.
Professional Development
As part of the Professional Development team's efforts to equip individuals with the necessary skills to succeed in their roles, organize a range of workshops that focus on both hard and soft skills. These workshops are tailored to enhance expertise in finance and technical areas, and are designed to provide participants with practical knowledge and experience that they can apply in their day-to-day work.
Executive Advisor
The Executive Advisors play a crucial role in assisting SFA members by organizing and hosting a variety of networking events that are aimed at developing and strengthening connections with SFA alumni that serve to explore career opportunities.
Through their efforts, Executive Advisors help SFA members to build their professional networks, gain valuable career insights, and make meaningful connections with successful industry professionals.
Communications
The Communications team plays a crucial role in keeping students and informed and engaged by regularly sharing relevant updates on upcoming events and opportunities. They are responsible for conducting outreach activities to attract new members and ensuring that all internal communications are monitored and managed effectively.
In addition to this, the team is committed to creating a professional and positive environment that supports growth and development for all members. They achieve this by providing weekly resources that are tailored to the needs of the members and help them stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and developments.
Treasury
The Treasury Department holds a crucial position in managing the internal funds of SFA. They act as the primary communicator between the organization and the AS office to ensure seamless coordination. Furthermore, the Treasury Department is responsible for verifying the membership status of the members, maintaining a record of revenues and expenses, processing reimbursements, and aiding the President and Vice President as required.