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This session will explore <em>how strategic networking can accelerate your career, expand your opportunities, and deepen your impact<\/em> across sectors \u2014 with insights from a UVA founder who\u2019s building connections at scale.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019re excited to be joined by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/ryanlevy2004\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\">Ryan Levy<\/a>, the founder of <a href=\"https:\/\/hooyouknow.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\">Hoo You Know<\/a>, a newsletter dedicated to helping UVA students and alumni navigate careers through alumni interviews, networking guidance, and practical career insights. 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