Allison
Spohn
Patch Manager at Molson Coors Beverage Company
"Not ‘Just’ a Job: Turning Non-Tech Roles into Resume Gold"
"Not ‘Just’ a Job: Turning Non-Tech Roles into Resume Gold"
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Session: Not ‘Just’ a Job: Turning Non-Tech Roles into Resume Gold
“I don’t have direct experience.” It’s one of the most common concerns among early career professionals and those pivoting into tech. But here’s the truth: you’ve likely already built the skills employers are looking for—you just need to know how to frame them.In this session, we’ll break down how to identify and highlight transferable skills from non-tech roles—like customer service, retail, or hospitality—and translate them into language that resonates with hiring managers in tech. We’ll cover:
How to reframe everyday tasks into resume-ready accomplishments
The power of action verbs and metrics (even when you think you don’t have any)
Real examples of resume transformations
Common pitfalls and how to avoid them
Whether you’re writing your first resume or helping others do the same, this session will leave you with practical tools and a confidence boost to match.
Key Takeaways
- Reframe your experience: Learn how to identify and articulate transferable skills from non-tech roles in a way that aligns with tech job descriptions.
- Speak the language of hiring managers: Discover how to use action-oriented language and industry-relevant keywords to make your resume stand out.
- Quantify your impact: Understand how to add metrics and outcomes—even from roles that don’t seem “measurable”—to strengthen your resume.
- Build confidence in your story: Walk away with practical tools and a mindset shift that helps you own your journey into tech.
Bio
Allison Spohn is a passionate advocate for advancing women in tech and cybersecurity, currently serving as President of the Southeast Wisconsin chapter of Women in Technology, Wisconsin. With a background in information systems and cybersecurity, Allison blends technical expertise with strategic leadership to foster inclusive communities and mentor emerging talent. She actively leads multiple business resource groups, and contributes to national initiatives through WiCyS. Her work focuses on empowering professionals, driving meaningful change, and building resilient, diverse teams across the tech industry.