W2W - Hired or Hiring (Apr 2026)
Hired or Hiring: How AI is Changing the Resume Game
Whether you’re building a resume, rethinking your career path, or reviewing applications from a stack of candidates, AI is already shaping the way we work—and the way we get hired. This Women2Women panel brings together experts from higher education and talent solutions to explore how artificial intelligence can be a powerful tool on both sides of the hiring process.
Our panel—including a Graduate Assistant in the Office of Career Development at Alvernia University, Professionals from Gage Talent & Business Solutions, and the Director of Career Services at RACC—will break down how AI can be used to:
- Strengthen and refine your resume
- Tailor applications to specific roles and industries
- Explore career options and identify your best-fit next step
- Streamline the hiring process and identify qualified candidates more effectively
This conversation is designed for students preparing to enter the workforce, professionals looking to pivot or level up, and employers and hiring managers who want to work smarter—not harder—when it comes to talent acquisition. We’ll talk honestly about best practices, common pitfalls, and how to use AI as a tool (not a crutch) in an increasingly competitive job market.
As one of Women2Women’s student-invited events, this program also creates a unique opportunity for meaningful networking between students and established career women—making it just as valuable for connection as it is for content.
Whether you’re job hunting, hiring, or simply curious about how AI is changing the rules of the game, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss
Megan Adukaitis | Reading Area Community College
Megan Adukaitis is a higher education leader with over 25 years of experience in career development, student affairs, and workforce readiness. Currently serving as Director of Career Services at Reading Area Community College, she leads a team that expands access to career resources through employer engagement, classroom integration, and inclusive programming. Actively engaged in leadership and service, she currently serves on the board of the Reading Science Center and the Women2Women Research and Development Committee. She holds a master’s degree in Higher Education Counseling from West Chester University.
Kris Bashore | Cherry Bekaert Advisory LLC
Kristine (Kris) Bashore manages the HR operations and strategy group and focuses on Senior level HR outsourcing including organizational and HR leadership development, employee relations, HR team assessment, Executive Coaching and Strategic Planning. She has more than 30 years of wide-ranging HR leadership experience.
Prior to joining Herbein Human Capital, Kris served for more than 23 years at Caron Treatment Centers, a leading, internationally recognized non-profit dedicated to addiction and behavioral healthcare treatment, research, prevention, and addiction medicine education. In her final position as Caron’s chief operating officer, she led day-to-day operations, overseeing human resources, training, professional development, quality, compliance, risk management, admissions, facilities, regional services, marketing, and business development.
Earlier in her career, Kris held management positions in human resources with a pharmaceutical company and a regional financial institution.
Kaela Stankiewicz | Alvernia University
Kaela Stankiewicz is a graduate student at Alvernia University pursuing a Master of Arts in Clinical Counseling. She serves as a Graduate Assistant in the Office of Career Development, where she works closely with students to support career planning and professional development. Kaela is a counselor-in-training working toward licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor. She is a former student-athlete and a graduate of Delaware Valley University, where she earned a degree in Counseling Psychology and Criminal Justice. Kaela currently serves as a member of the Delaware Valley University Alumni Council Board. Kaela has professional experience working within the Berks County Jail, supporting individuals in the drug and alcohol program, as well as experience in an inpatient drug and alcohol treatment setting. She is dedicated to empowering others through guidance, encouragement, and meaningful connection.
Date and Time
Wednesday Apr 22, 2026
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM EDT
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$xx / GRCA Member
$xx / Future GRCA Member
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