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May 4, 2016

First Niagara’s Day of Mentoring Teaches Students Ways to Thrive in the Workplace

On Tuesday, May 3, more than 30 First Niagara employees will provide career readiness advice and mentoring to students served by SEAT Center’s YouthBuild Schenectady program at the eighth annual “Day of Mentoring.”

The Schenectady County-based students, ranging from ages 18 to 24 and actively pursuing a GED while learning specific career trades, will have the opportunity to ask questions, seek consultation, and network with First Niagara professionals in a “speed-networking” format.  The goal of the day is for the students to grasp the skills needed to be successful in the corporate landscape, gain greater financial and banking literacy, and obtain real-world perspectives on the skills and subjects studied in the classroom.

First Niagara is a community leader in recognizing the impact of mentoring relationships and has been a consistent community supporter of SEAT Center’s YouthBuild Schenectady program, most recently awarding them a grant of $25,000 through their Mentoring Matters program. This program provides critical funding and volunteer support for mentoring efforts throughout New York and Pennsylvania.

“We’re proud to partner with SEAT to play a role in the professional development of young adults,” said First Niagara Market Executive Kelli Arnold. “Mentoring has a tremendous impact on the ability of young people to succeed in the workforce and we’re thrilled to be able to help them reach their goals.”

“Our strong financial and volunteer support from First Niagara spans for almost a decade,” says SEAT Executive Director Jennifer Lawrence. “We appreciate First Niagara’s commitment to our community.”