Business Development and Beyond: A Conversation with Tim Power

In this episode of Bison Breakthrough: From College to Career I sat down with Tim Power, a Nichols alum and former Graduate Assistant who has gone on to build his career with Discover Central Massachusetts.Tim shares his professional journey after graduation and discusses how his role has allowed him to combine strategy, sales, and relationship-building while working to promote tourism and economic development across the region.Throughout the conversation, Tim reflects on the experiences that shaped his career, the importance of networking and mentorship, and the skills that helped him transition from student to professional. He also offers practical advice for students who may feel uncertain about their career paths and explains why sales and relationship-building skills are valuable in almost every industry.If you’re interested in learning how networking, adaptability, and professional relationships can shape your career journey, this episode offers helpful insights for students, recent graduates, and emerging professionals.