An Interactive Fireside Chat with Dr. Elena Hoffer, presented by AWIS Palo Alto Chapter and STEMPeers Bay Area Chapter.
Host: Dr. Marwa Zafarullah, Ph.D. (Neuroscientist, Stanford University, and Vice President of AWIS Palo Alto)
Guest: Dr. Elena Hoffer, Ph.D. (Founder & CEO, Alma.me)
About Dr. Elena Hoffer
Dr. Elena Hoffer earned her Ph.D. in Medicine from the prestigious Karolinska Institute. What began as a personal effort to share insights about PhD careers beyond academia has evolved into a global movement, transforming how thousands of researchers approach their professional journeys. As the founder of Alma.me, Dr. Hoffer has built a company dedicated to empowering PhD candidates, postdoctoral scholars, and early-career professors as they transition into impactful industry roles. Her work helps researchers clarify career goals, build professional visibility, and confidently navigate non-academic career paths.
With a LinkedIn community of over 130,000 researchers worldwide, Dr. Hoffer is recognized as a leading voice in personal branding, networking, and career strategy for scientists. Her approach is practical, honest, and deeply empowering, helping researchers leverage LinkedIn as a powerful tool for opportunity, connection, and professional growth.
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