The career pathing project enabled participants to delve into the multifaceted aspects of career planning. They benefited from collaboratively sharing their knowledge and experiences in talent management. Overall, this cohort had an exceptional learning experience.

The DE&I Roadmap 2025: Navigating Remote and Multi-Generational Workforces project engaged learners in an analysis of the connection between DE&I and employee engagement. The project enabled participants to delve deeper into the concepts they acquired in the Human Resource Connections program.

It was a great experience working with Sarah Blackmore during my training. She was always open to discussion and provided the necessary insights and information to help me work on the project successfully. I truly appreciated her support and approachable attitude throughout the process.

The experience has helped me identify my strengths and interests, guiding me towards a clearer career path. Understanding what I enjoy and excel at allows me to make more informed decisions about my future career.

The objective and purpose of the project was very clear, we were able to break it down to how it should ideally be designed, and our past individual experiences in career pathing helped design the framework. We were able to collaborate well as a team, brainstorm, have differ opinions, bring in our experience and expertise, ideate, consolidate the inputs and then present.

A huge thank you to Sarah and the Riipen team for this invaluable opportunity to contribute to such meaningful initiatives. This experience has solidified my passion for creating impactful HR solutions and strengthened my resolve to continue making a difference in the HR field here in Canada.

Great experience from the Riipen experiential learning project. Riipen is doing a great job for career professionals.

The Experiential Learning Project has been an invaluable opportunity to: - Understand key deliverables and perform detailed company research. - Collaborate effectively with our team. - Explore various aspects of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). - Analyze the current DEI landscape. - Formulate a set of DEI initiatives and recommendations tailored for a remote, multi-generational workforce. This experience has significantly enriched our understanding and approach to overall DEI perspectives. Thank you for the opportunity!

Collaborating with Riipen on the Career Pathing Enhancement project was a highly rewarding experience. The company fosters a collaborative and innovative environment that encourages creative problem-solving and values diverse perspectives. Throughout the project, Riipen demonstrated a strong commitment to employee growth and engagement, making it easy to align efforts with their vision. While communicating with Sarah Blakmore, she was incredibly supportive, open to feedback, and proactive in addressing challenges, which made the entire process seamless and enjoyable. I was particularly impressed by Riipen’s focus on creating meaningful and transparent career growth opportunities for employees. Their dedication to aligning individual aspirations with organizational goals highlights their forward-thinking approach to HR and people management. Working with Riipen has been a privilege, and I deeply value the trust and partnership extended during this project. It’s exciting to see a company invest so thoughtfully in its people, and I am confident the outcomes of this initiative will have a lasting impact.

This DEI project has significantly prepared me for the workforce by enhancing essential skills such as problem-solving, communication, and teamwork within the context of diversity, equity, and inclusion. It provided hands-on experience in addressing real-world DEI challenges, applying theoretical knowledge to create actionable solutions, and fostering an inclusive mindset. Collaborating with a diverse team improved my ability to navigate varying perspectives, strengthened my interpersonal skills, and built my capacity for effective cross-cultural communication. Additionally, this project instilled accountability and a professional approach, equipping me to contribute meaningfully to fostering DEI initiatives in any organization.

I wanted to express my gratitude for the exceptional support and resources Riipen provided for the career pathing project. Riipen's focus on connecting education with professional development was particularly impressive. The project not only helped in designing robust career pathways but also provided valuable insights into emerging trends and skills needed in the industry.

The project experience for the Career Pathing Enhancement for Riipen has been immensely positive. We received excellent support and all the necessary data and resources from the Riipen team, enabling us to successfully complete the project within the planned timeline. We want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Riipen for giving us this incredible opportunity to contribute to such an impactful initiative. Through this project, we gained valuable insights into organizational career development processes and learned how to align employee aspirations with company growth effectively. The collaboration and guidance provided by the Riipen team not only enhanced the quality of our work but also enriched our overall learning experience. This project has deepened our understanding of career pathing frameworks and the importance of structured tools, such as mentorship plans and career mapping, in fostering an engaged and motivated workforce. We truly appreciate the chance to apply our skills to a real-world challenge and to make a meaningful contribution to Riipen’s mission of supporting employee growth. Thank you again for this wonderful opportunity. We look forward to seeing the positive impact these deliverables will have on Riipen’s employees and managers in the future.

We got all the necessary documents needed to work ok this project DEI and was very helpful!

The Riipen's Experiential Learning has given me a good experience of the concept of DE&I initiative, and its importance in the Canadian Workplace/Workforce and the benefits to Organizations. Furthermore, putting this project together as a group highlight the importance of teamwork. Thanks to Riipen for this opportunity.

Working on the experiential project for Riipen on career pathing has been an insightful and enriching experience. It has allowed me to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios, particularly in understanding how structured career development strategies can be tailored to both individual and organizational needs. The project has deepened my appreciation for the importance of clear progression pathways, skill development, and mentorship in fostering employee engagement and growth. I would like to extend my sincere thanks to Sarah Blackmore for her constant support throughout the project.

We got all the information, data required for the project and it turned out well. We are satisfied. Thanks for your support.

Varya was fantastic to work with! She was not only willing to teach me new things but also did so with patience and enthusiasm. She was always open to answering questions and providing support. If you ever have the chance to work with her, I wholeheartedly recommend it!

The industry partner was very engaged with the students and the project, as well Anna provided timely responses and relevant key information for students to successfully complete their project.

Working with the employers from cloud infrastructure review and audit on designing a cyber security operations center(CSOC) was a positive experience. Their guidance and insights were very helpful in shaping the project. They were knowledgeable and provided clear instructions, which made it easier to understand and implement complex concepts. Overall, the collaboration was productive and insightful, thanks to the team's expertise and support.

Jordan provided us with all the necessary support throughout the project phase and offered honest feedback that was instrumental in helping us achieve our project goals.

Riipen provided an excellent platform for my team to use what we learn in class into real world scenarios. The audit and pen test project kept us engaged and explore various techniques and software. We thank Riipen for providing this opportunity.

Jordan is very responsive, very knowledgeable and supportive. Students enjoyed working with him as a project manager / lead software developer. This is the best experience students in my class received from different collaborations on this platform. Thank you!

It was great to once again work with Jordan. As always, he was ready to listen to students' findings and provide feedback and help them to explore more. Students really enjoyed their explorations in their test platform and could come up with valuable findings. After evaluating students' report, Jordan gave them credit and added them into their hall of fame

It was a pleasure working alongside Jordan on our project.

Jordan is an excellent instructor, demonstrating remarkable patience and teaching skills. He consistently responds to my inquiries promptly and provides detailed solutions. I greatly appreciate his assistance, as his guidance has made my learning process much smoother and more enjoyable.

Shokoufeh was a kind and supportive mentor. She always gave our team thoughtful and actionable feedback which pushed us to continuously grow and refine our skills. It was wonderful working with her and I enjoyed the challenge of designing for desktop, which I never had done. before.

Shokoufeh was amazing throughout the duration of the project. Always made herself available to answer any questions and to guide us through the project.

Collaborating with Riipen on this project was truly rewarding, and Shokoufeh was helpful every step of the way.

Fantastic partners to work with; always communicating with the learners and providing valuable professional feedback for their growth!

I really enjoyed working with Riipen during the 4-week internship. I was able to gain hands-on experience on their Product Management team and contribute to a new feature on sharing user achievements and feedbacks. I appreciate their commitment in creating a positive and collaborative work atmosphere for our team, making the internship experience both valuable and enjoyable.