70%
of employers check LinkedIn before contacting a candidate
of jobs are filled through networking
85%
Having a professional online presence is your first step to success.
Empowering Student Success Together
Our Mission
At LinkedToMe, our mission is to empower students to take control of their personal brand and professional journey by providing free, accessible virtual workshops on networking and LinkedIn. We aim to bridge the gap between school and the real world by giving students the tools, confidence, and connections they need to stand out and succeed.
Our Clients Say
“Most people my age don’t even think about LinkedIn, but this workshop put me way ahead of the competition. Now I have a professional profile that makes me stand out!"
Walker, a student
Upcoming workshops
"Link To Success" Online Workshop - October 9th
The “Link to Success” workshop helps students identify their skills, values, and achievements, while teaching them practical networking strategies. We walk participants step-by-step through how to create a strong LinkedIn profile and show them how to use it to build meaningful connections for their future academic and career goals. The 3 main focuses of this workshop are crafting a solid personal brand, building a strong LinkedIn profie, and improving online and offline networking skills.
Our Team
CEO
Zakariya Zia
Co-Founder
Aaila Darr
Zakariya Zia is a 12th Grade IB student at Glenview Park Secondary School with a passion for leadership, community engagement, and personal growth. He has led initiatives and charities through his school and community, organized basketball tournaments, and participated in national programs like SHAD Canada, DECA, HOSA, and the CPA HAP. As Team Captain of his school's basketball team, leader on the football field, Co-President of his local MSA, and a WRDSB Sporas Student Ambassador, Zakariya combines his interests in athletics, STEM, and community leadership to make a positive impact, inspire those around him, and continuously challenge himself to grow both academically and personally.
Aaila is an 11th Grade IB student at Craig Kielburger Secondary School who channels her passion for STEM, leadership, and service into meaningful action. She has represented her school at provincial and national levels through leadership roles in the MSA, DECA, HOSA, and MIST, demonstrating her ability to guide teams and drive initiatives to success. Currently, she leads the data visualization efforts for a sustainable development project focused on Milton’s storm water ponds, collaborating with researchers and professors from the University of Waterloo, Wilfrid Laurier, McMaster, and the University of Toronto, as well as partners from Crozier. By transforming complex environmental data into actionable insights, she not only advances sustainable solutions but also encourages other youth to engage, fostering the next generation of changemakers. Aaila joined softball six years ago and went on to become a provincial-winning player, recognized for her dedication, rapid growth, and competitive spirit. As a coach of Milton soccer, she brings the same teamwork, and mentorship skills from the field to all aspects of her academic and community pursuits, applying her talents to empower others while continuing to develop as a student, athlete, and leader.