Business Week Events

 

Monday, March 30th

Ice Cream Social

11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Lower level Atrium, College of Business Building

Student & Employer Presentation and Networking Dinner

6:00 – 7:30 p.m. - Brown Ballroom, Bone Student Center

In this tough job market, it is vital to distinguish yourself from other qualified candidates competing for the same position. Build confidence and learn how to showcase your skills before, during, and after an interview with Eric Hoss, author of “Removing Doubt in an Interview: A Better Way to get the Job you Want.” In addition to Hoss’ presentation, you will have the opportunity to network with industry professionals over dinner.

To register visit www.illinois.erecruiting.com or call the Career Center at (309) 438-2200. Business professional attire is recommended. This event is free and open to all students. Students are asked to bring a student I.D.

 

Tuesday, March 31th

Mock interviews

8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., various rooms, College of Business Building
Various rooms, College (PDF) Instructions on how to register!of Business Building
Put your interview skills to practice by participating in a 30-minute mock interview. Each session includes instant feedback and coaching from real-world recruiters.
    
To register visit www.illinois.erecruiting.com or call the Career Center at (309) 438-2200. Business professional attire is recommended.

 

Wednesday, April 1st

Keynote address: "An Illinois State focus taken in many directions." - Jim Tyree ’78 BUA, ’80 MBA


Chairman and CEO of Mesirow Financial
2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Braden Auditorium, Bone Student Center
Jim Tyree's talk (mp3 file)

llinois State University graduate James C. Tyree serves as chairman and chief executive officer of Mesirow Financial, a diversified financial services firm headquartered in Chicago. Mesirow Financial is an employee-owned, private company with more than 1,100 employees in 30 locations across the country, Puerto Rico, and London. With over $32 billion in assets under management, the company is well capitalized and has been consistently profitable, with revenues for fiscal year 2008 reaching a record $492 million and capital of $246 million. Tyree's entire career has been with Mesirow Financial. He joined the firm in 1980 as a research associate and quickly rose through the ranks to be named president in 1990, chief executive officer in 1992, and chairman and chief executive officer in 1994.

James C. Tyree, CEO of Meisrow Financial

Tyree’s vision is to build a firm that offers clients a range of high-quality financial services. To accomplish this, he has assembled a team of experts in investment management, investment services, insurance services, investment banking, consulting, and real estate. During his tenure as CEO, he led Mesirow Financial to exceptional levels of growth in all areas of the business. Over the past 20 years the firm has grown both organically as well as through over 50 acquisitions. Acquisitions of firms such as Stein & Company, a premier real estate organization, Near North Insurance Brokerage’s Chicago office, and Dann Insurance, two leading insurance agencies, and the U.S. Corporate Recovery practice from KPMG, have strengthened Mesirow Financial’s ability to serve clients with a variety of needs.   
Throughout his career, Tyree has served on more than 50 corporate, civic and not-for-profit boards of directors. In 2007 he was appointed to the board of PrivateBancorp Inc., a publicly held commercial bank.
Tyree provides active leadership and participates in numerous organizations in support of healthcare, education, and children. In 2000 Mayor Daley appointed Tyree as chairman of the Board of City Colleges of Chicago, an organization with seven colleges and over 113,000 students. In addition Tyree is the chairman for the Chicago-land Chamber of Commerce and currently serves on the boards of The Executives’ Club of Chicago, Illinois State University Foundation, Roosevelt University, Illinois Education Foundation, University of Chicago Medical Center, and Big Shoulders Fund.

Tyree was chairman of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International from 2006 to 2008 and continues to serve on its executive committee and board of directors. In addition Tyree has held various leadership positions with the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Illinois Chapter. He is member-at-large of its executive committee, a life member of its board of directors, and was named its 2004 Person of the Year.

A native Chicagoan, Tyree grew up on the South Side in the Beverly neighborhood. Tyree, his wife, Eve, their daughter, Jessica, and twin sons, Matthew and Joseph, reside in Chicago.

College of Business Alumni Network Reception

3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Old Main Room, Bone Student Center
Meet Jim Tyree and network with industry professionals, community members, and campus leaders. Business casual attire is recommended.

Both the keynote address and networking reception are free and open to the public.

 

Thursday, April 2nd

Transition Seminars - New Event!

2:00 – 4:25 p.m. - (rotating sessions) Brown Ballroom, Bone Student Center

Making a smooth shift from student to professional is a big challenge. There are so many questions and unknowns. A team of sixteen College of Business alumni and Hall of Fame Service Award winners return to campus to provide insights and advice to students through eight mini-seminars featuring topics selected by current College of Business students. Each seminar will be repeated four times during the afternoon event. These sessions are designed to encourage interaction between the two co-hosts and audience members. A networking break between sessions two and three will provide an opportunity for students to speak one-on-one with the presenters. Extra credit slips will be given to students completing at least two sessions. The Thursday afternoon Transition Seminars are free and open to the public.

Schedule:
2:00 –2:25 p.m.     Session 1
2:30 – 2:55 p.m.            Session 2
Networking break
3:30–3:55 p.m.            Session 3
4:00 –4:25 p.m.     Session 4

Transition seminar topics and presenters:

What specific steps can I take to turn my entry-level job into a rewarding career?

  • Jeff McKay ’87, marketing
  • Vern McGinnis, College of Business Hall of Fame Service Award Winner, retired, Vice President of Strategic Planning and Corporate Services, GROWMARK

Do I really need an MBA? If so, how do I decide when to get it?

  • Erica Carone ’04 IB/SPAN, Global Marketing Communications Manager, Motorola Business and Technology
  • Scott Christner ’00 MBA, Director of Technology Services, College of Business, Illinois State University

What are five essential money management tips every new graduate should know?

  • Paul Tisakiris ’91 IB/ECON, President and Managing Broker, First Western Properties Inc.
  • Jackie Ferree ’83 ACC/BUA, Finance Manager-Downstream, Chevron Corporation

What should I look for when negotiating job offers and comparing benefits packages?

  • Nathan Wight ’00 BUA, Director of Development, School of Aeronautics & Astronautics, Purdue University
  • Jack North College of Business Hall of Fame Service Award Winner and Retired, Senior Executive Vice President of Financial Services, State Farm

What are five great tips for carrying on conversations in a networking setting?

  • Robert Zmudka ’89 MKT, Vice President and Executive Director of Strategic Sales, GATX Corporation
  • Ben Hart ’95 M.B.A., Senior Vice President of Corporate Services, Heritage Enterprises

What essential steps should I take to be fully prepared for a job interview?

  • Ann Cripe ’84 ACC/BIS, Recruiting Manager, Consilium1
  • Scott Sprague ’78 BUA, Senior Vice President of Global Sales, SES New Skies

Corporate image and expectations vs. personal image and lifestyle—What do I need to know?

  • Shannon Falls CPA ’00 ACC, Senior Manager, PricewaterhouseCoopers
  • John Munie ’94, BUA, President, Focal Pointe Outdoor Solutions Inc.

How do I find and make the most of the mentor/mentee relationship?

    • Jamie Goecking ’06 MKT, Digital Media Manager, Fuor Digital LLC
    • Billy Taylor, CLU, ’99 MKT, Corporate Manager of Human Resources, State Farm


    Featured Alumni Presenters

    7:00 p.m. - College of Business Building

    The following speakers hosted by College of Business student organizations, will give individual presentations at 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 2. These events are free and open to the public.

    “Information technology means business: Create real wealth combining technology with business”

    LaVerne Council ’86 MBA
    Corporate Vice President and CIO, Johnson & Johnson

    LaVerne Council

    As corporate vice president and chief information officer, LaVerne H. Council oversees Johnson & Johnson’s global information technology group. In this capacity Council is responsible for managing information technology and related systems for the Johnson & Johnson worldwide enterprise.

    Council is a member of the Corporate Global Operating Committee. Her organization includes more than 250 operating companies, over 4,000 information management employees, and a budget of over $1.9 billion.

    Council accepted her current position at Johnson & Johnson in 2006 as a proven thought leader with a demonstrated track record of achievement that includes a wealth of global experience in information technology, supply chain management, and business operations. Before joining Johnson & Johnson, she was global vice president for information technology, Global Business Solutions and Development Services for Dell, Inc.

    Council is actively involved in her community, serving on the Board of Trustees for the March of Dimes, Chair of the Board of Liberty Science Center, and a member of many other industry advisory councils. In 2008 Council was selected by Loyola University as the 2008 IT Executive of the Year, nominated for the 2008 CIO Hall of Fame, and selected by the Global CIO Executive Summit as a 2008 Top Ten Leader and Innovator. She was featured on the cover of the March 2008 edition of CIO magazine and was selected for Forbes’ 2007 list of Technology Power Women.

    Council holds a B.S. degree in business from Western Illinois University, graduating with highest honors. She also has an M.B.A. in operations management from Illinois State University.



    Room 357, College of Business Building
    Hosted by Pi Sigma Epsilon, Financial Management Association, American Marketing Association and Business Information Systems Club


    “The law of karma in business: Build success one good deed at a time”

    Andrew Jackson ’80 BUA
    President, BravoTECH Inc.

    Andrew Jackson

     

    In 1996 Andrew C. Jackson co-founded Bravo Technical Resources, Inc. (BravoTECH), a business technology, professional services, and IT staff augmentation firm. BravoTECH now services the entire United States from its headquarters in Dallas. Jackson is involved in business and community organizations. He has been in the Texas Association of Business since 1986, serving as chairman of the Dallas chapter and chairman of the Fort Worth chapter.

    Jackson is on the associate board of SMU Cox School of Business, Metroplex Technology Business Council, and is the CEO of Netweavers. He is also an active member in the Technology Executive Networking Group, Society for Information Management, the National Association of Computer Consultant Businesses, and was an active member of the American Electronics Association. Jackson has been involved in the North Texas chapter of the National Kidney Foundation, and the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.

    Jackson received his bachelor’s degree in 1980 from Illinois State University and currently resides in Colleyville, Texas with his wife, Patty, and their two children.



    Room 366, College of Business Building
    Hosted by Beta Gamma Sigma, Beta Alpha Psi, MBA Association and Sigma Iota Epsilon


    “The road ahead for Illinois: Politics, government, and business”

    Dan Rutherford  (‘78, BUA)
    Vice President, ServiceMaster Company, and Illinois State Senator


    Dan Rutherford

    Dan Rutherford is currently a state senator and vice president of ServiceMaster Company. Rutherford began his career as a legislative assistant in Springfield following his graduation from Illinois State University where he served as student body president.

    Rutherford served as the state-wide executive director of Illinois for Ronald Reagan in his first election as president. Following Reagan's inauguration, Rutherford served as liaison between the Thompson Administration and the Reagan White House for executive branch appointments. Rutherford became head of the International Business Division of the Illinois Department of Commerce, overseeing trade and promotions offices. Later he joined the ServiceMaster Company where he continues to serve today.

    Senator Rutherford was first elected to the Illinois Senate in 2002 following a ten year term in the Illinois House of Representatives.
    Dan has visited all of the continents. He has back-packed across Europe, led safaris in Kenya, and competed in regattas off of Melbourne, Australia. Dan's passion is scuba diving. He is an advanced certified diver with well over 200 dives.



     

    Room 139, College of Business Building
    Hosted by Delta Sigma Pi, Business Administration Association, Toastmasters, and International Business Club


    “Focusing on the important tasks: Achieving extraordinary results with basic management and personal skills”

    Stefanos “Scottie” Venable ’86 Finance
    Managing Partner for The PrivateBank, and Lieutenant Colonel for the U.S. Army Reserves

    Scottie Venable

    LTC Stefanos “Scottie” Venable is currently a managing director for The PrivateBank in Chicago in charge of all loan, syndications, and capital market operations. Having graduated from Illinois State University in 1986, Scottie originally joined G. Heileman Brewing Company as an area sales manager in Central Illinois. Additionally, LTC Venable joined the U.S. Army Reserves after receiving his commission as a second lieutenant from Illinois State’s Army ROTC program. In 1987 Scottie moved to Chicago and joined the CM Financial group as a broker. While at the CM Financial group, Scottie became a top salesperson and moved into a manager position to recruit, hire, and train his own sales force.

    After four years of developing his own brokerage business, Scottie went to the University of Illinois to work on his MBA. While going to school at night, Scottie became a Deputy Treasurer for Cook County. In 1998 Scottie ran for public office when Cook County President George Dunne supported him for the position of Cook County commissioner.

    In 1998 Scottie received a master’s in business administration and became a vice president with LaSalle Bank in Chicago running financial operations. In 1999 Scottie was activated in the U.S. Army and deployed to the European Province of Kosovo. After a successful tour of duty, Scottie then returned to LaSalle Bank running their global purchasing and accounts payable functions.

    Upon his second return from duty in December 2007, Scottie joined Bank of America as a senior vice president, continuing his role as the organization’s lead for global offshore operations. This past September Scottie moved to The Private Bank assisting in the start-up of commercial operations leading from an asset base of $4 billion to over $9 billion.

    Scottie has been married to his wife, Deborah, for 10 years and they have three children: Valeria-Jean, Joshua and Zachary.

    Room 244, Schroeder Hall
    Hosted by Gamma Iota Sigma, Organizational Leadership Club and Collegiate Entrepreneur’s Organization

    “Decoding generational differences: The business model of the future”

    James Schlesser ’74,’76 M.S.,
    Partner, Deloitte Tax LLP

    James Schlesser

    James Schlesser has been a partner within Deloitte Tax LLP for over 22 years, with 32 total years with the organization. After completing his mathematics and accounting degrees at Illinois State University, Schlesser entered the work force well-prepared to start his career as an auditor. In the early 1980s Schlesser transferred from the audit function to become a tax consultant to expand his technical skills and develop an area of specialization and expertise.

    While working with manufacturing and distribution industry clients, Schlesser developed an expertise in serving the tax and business consulting needs of Japanese-owned companies, and later became the leader for the Japanese Service Group of the firm’s Midwest region. Later, Schlesser became a member of the firm’s tax education committee and was a lead instructor, serving as the dean of numerous tax courses.

    Schlesser has served as the Chicago office and Midwest region tax managing partner prior to his decision to focus on regulatory and risk management issues for the tax function. In June 2007 he transferred to the Washington D.C. Office to be a national partner within the risk management group.   
      
    In addition to his professional responsibilities, Schlesser has been involved in various community activities in the Naperville area. He was elected as president of the board of education of the Naperville School Board. Schlesser has also been actively involved in two non-profit organizations, Samaritan Interfaith Counseling Center and the DuPage Public Action to Deliver Shelter, Inc.

    In 1976 Schlesser became the first Illinois State University student to earn the Illinois CPA Society Gold Medal as the highest score on the CPA exam in the State of Illinois, and later earned the AICPA Elijah Watts Sells award for one of the highest scores in the country.

    Schlesser and his wife Kathy have four children spread throughout the country, as well as three grandchildren.



    Room 238, Schroeder Hall
    Hosted by Student Accounting Society, Society for Human Resource Management and Sports Marketing Student Association



    College of Business Hall of Fame Service Award Winners



    Business Week is pleased to host eight esteemed College of Business Hall of Fame inductees. Their accomplishments and commitment to excellence not only reflect their professional dedication and service to others, their achievements add value to our programs and the Illinois State brand for all our graduates. Our five featured alumni speakers on Thursday night are the newest hall of fame inductees. Our three newest Hall of Fame Service Award winners will be presenting at Thursday’s transition seminars:

    Vern McGinnis
    Retired Vice President of Strategic Planning and Corporate Services, GROWMARK

    Vern McGinnis

    Vern McGinnis attended Illinois State University’s School of Agriculture before receiving his degree in agriculture from the University of Illinois. He earned his master’s in agricultural economics in 1965.

    McGinnis retired from GROWMARK in 2007 after 42 years with the company. Since 1965, McGinnis progressed his way through the company in the areas of marketing research, corporate planning, market development, corporate communications, and member services. From 1986–2007 he was on the executive management staff, including the vice President of corporate services, vice president of finance, and retired the company as the vice president of strategic planning and corporate services.
    Outside of work McGinnis has been involved in professional and corporate affiliations such as the American Marketing Association, National Council of Farmer Cooperatives, Agricultural Cooperative Development International, and Inter-Provincial Cooperative Organization of Canada.

    McGinnis is also actively involved in the community, including the Illinois State College of Business Advisory Council. He also is active in the United Way of McLean County, McLean County Chamber of Commerce, and Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development. Additionally McGinnis is on the Healthcare System Board and the Foundation Board of BroMenn Medical Center.

    Jack North
    Retired Senior Executive Vice President of Financial Services, State Farm

    Jack North

    Jack North retired in 2007 as a senior executive vice president for State Farm Insurance Companies. North's State Farm career began in 1981 when he was appointed as an agent in western Pennsylvania. He was promoted to agency manager in suburban Pittsburgh and agency director in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania.

    North and his family moved to Bloomington in 1992 when he was named executive assistant in the president's office. North was appointed deputy regional vice president in the Illinois Office of State Farm in Bloomington and soon after became regional vice president.

    In 1998 North was asked to join the president's office as a senior vice president. He had numerous responsibilities during his nine years in the president's office/chairman's council, retiring as a member of the office of the chairman.

    North served on several non-profit boards. He is currently a board member of the Timber Pointe Charitable Foundation and a member of the foundation board at Second Presbyterian Church in Bloomington. North is the president of the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame board of directors, a reflection of his long time commitment to advancing women's athletics. He remains an avid Redbird fan.

    Jack earned his bachelor’s degree in education from Indiana University of Pennsylvania and his master’s degree in education from Slippery Rock State University. His commitment to the insurance industry is also reflected in his CLU and CHFC designations.

    North and his wife Kim are the proud parents of Corey, an Illinois State graduate, who is currently a State Farm agent in Peoria. Their daughter Shelby is a first grade teacher in Plainfield.

    Sharon Rossmark
    Retired Assistant Vice President of Agency Distribution, Allstate Insurance

    Sharon Rossmark

    Sharon Rossmark is an innovative business leader with a thirty-year proven track record in the areas of sales strategy, implementation, change management, and process management.

    She has extensive expertise in developing breakthrough strategies to drive revenue from independent contractor distribution systems. She is also the named inventor on six corporate patents. As assistant vice president of agency distribution for the Allstate Insurance Company, she led a $30 million division responsible for business support of the organization’s 14,000 exclusive agencies.

    Rossmark led a cross-functional team to develop a turn-key process to reduce new agency expenses by 30 percent, which saved over $2 million in its first year. She also headed up the development and introduction of a new agency deployment model to strategically place agencies for market optimization. Rossmark is recognized for pioneering the establishment of Allstate’s first research and development location to serve as an enterprise resource and customer-facing laboratory to re-engineer, test, and evaluate new approaches to the retail insurance environment.

    She is a past board member of the Allstate Foundation and is currently on the boards of the Sinai Health System and the College of Business Advisory Board of Illinois State University. She also currently serves on the Katie School of Insurance Board, the Oakton Community College Educational Foundation Board Investments Committee, and is a board member for the Chicago Human Rhythm Project.

    Rossmark is a graduate of Illinois State University and holds a MBA from the University of Illinois—Chicago. Sharon and her husband currently reside in Northbrook.


    Leadership Day

    Hosted by the MBA Association


    On Friday, Dan Murphy will be presenting a keynote address along with three break-out sessions hosted by representatives from COUNTRY Financial, ADM, and the YWCA. This is an opportunity for students, alumni, and working professionals to gain expert insight as to how communication impacts business’ day-to-day operations. In addition, enjoy breakfast and the chance to network with featured presenters.

    Leadership Day Keynote Presentation and Breakfast - "The Challenges of Global Business Leadership"

    Dan Murphy
    Vice President of Global Purchasing, Caterpillar Inc.
    8–9:15 a.m.
    Brown Ballroom

    Interactive Leadership Workshops
    9:30–11:20 a.m.
    Participants can complete two of three seminars offered.

    “Communicating effectively across generations”

    • Rachel Schlipmann ’98, BTE, Country Financial
    • Dennis Goodwin, Country Financial

    “Effective strategies for balancing personal and professional responsibilities”

    • Mike Overby ’93 MBA, Strategic Marketing Manager, Country Financial
    • Becky Hines ’94, MBA, Regional Executive Director, YWCA Great Lakes Alliance Region

    “Increasing awareness and sensitivity in a global business environment”

    • Kris Lutt ’06 MBA, General Manager, Specialty Feed Ingredients Group, ADM
    • Marcee Place ’00 MBA, General Manager, ADM/Matsutani LLC

    Leadership Day Networking Reception


    11:20–11:50 a.m.
    Brown Ballroom


    Sponsors

    2009 Business Week Sponsors

    The College of Business is grateful for the support provided by the following Business Week 2009 sponsors:

    Nicor Gas
    Mesirow Financial
    Country Financial
    Archer Daniels Midland
    State Farm Insurance Companies
    AFNI, Inc.
    Brian & Beckie Christensen
    Caterpillar
    Citizens First National Bank
    Clifton Gunderson
    Heritage Enterprises, Inc.
    Hub International
    Saint Francis Medical Center
    US Bank
    Widmer Interiors


    Get Involved!

    Planning for 2010

    Do you enjoy making things happen? Are you looking for relevant work experience and a chance to develop leadership skills that will truly set you apart from the crowd when interviewing with potential employers? Join the Business Week 2010 Team! Information about the available opportunities will be distributed at each Business Week event or can be picked up in the dean’s office, located on the fourth floor of the College of Business Building.

    Joining the Business Week 2010 Steering Committee

    Timeline:

    Tuesday, April 7
    8:00 – 8:45 a.m.
    College of Business Building, Room 412
    Learn about the steering committee opportunities at an informational breakfast meeting with the Business Week 2009 officers.

    Tuesday, April 14
    Business Week 2010 Steering Committee job applications due in the dean’s office.

    Tuesday, April 21
    Business Week 2009 Steering Committee positions announced.

    Position descriptions:

    President—Employed in the dean’s office for 10 hours per week during fall and spring semesters. Responsibilities include coordinating the planning and execution of Business Week in conjunction with the dean’s staff and the Steering Committee.

    Vice president/IMC coordinator—supports the work of the president and collaborates with the dean’s staff to coordinate all marketing and communications related to Business Week.

    Campus IMC Coordinator—Actively promotes Business Week events throughout the University by communicating with registered student organizations and faculty members in other colleges across the campus.

    College of Business IMC Coordinator—Ensures effective promotion of Business Week events to faculty, staff, and students within the College of Business.

    Secretary—Manages all record keeping, organizational, and communication duties to insure smooth operations during the planning and execution of Business Week.

    Catering coordinator—Plans and oversees all food-related needs for numerous Business Week events in collaboration with the president, dean’s staff, and caterers.

    Participation coordinator—Assists the president and Business Week Steering Committee by welcoming guests to various events, assisting the catering coordinator as needed, and actively building interest among students in attending events and serving on the Business Week Committee the following year.

    Career Center coordinator—Collaborates with Career Center personnel to plan, promote, and host mock interviews and the Monday night event with employers.

    Alumni Day Coordinator—Works in conjunction with the dean’s staff to plan, promote, and oversee the Thursday College of Business Hall of Fame luncheon, afternoon transition seminars and evening alumni presentations.

    About Business Week
    Since the mid-1970s, the College of Business at Illinois State University has sponsored Business Week to foster students’ appreciation for the array of skills required in a dynamic global business environment. Through a week-long series of events, corporate and industry leaders interact with students, share specialized expertise, and explore important issues and cutting-edge developments. Business Week allows speakers to address topics such as educational preparation, leadership, service, etiquette, networking, goal setting, and career advancement. All of the activities and speakers were chosen by the Business Week Committee using input from students, faculty, and alumni.

    Business Week 2009 Committee

    Student executive members:
    Vanessa Contreras—President
    Kelli Pribel—Vice president/IMC coordinator
    Meghan Buddemeyer—Secretary
    Mallory Guymon—Secretary
    Kaitlin Petersen—COB IMC coordinator
    Lauren Kroes—Assistant COB IMC coordinator
    Rachel Cobb—Campus IMC coordinator
    Rachel Frazelle—Assistant Campus IMC coordinator
    Ben Tiffany—Career Center coordinator
    Kym Forsythe—Career Center coordinator
    Zec Jagmin—Alumni Day coordinator
    Sabrina Stout—Alumni Day coordinator
    Michael Kasper—Catering coordinator
    Victoria Miller—Catering coordinator
    Howard Gross, Participation coordinator
    Sarah Farrell—Participation coordinator
    Angela Getty—Leadership Day coordinator
    Jatan Vyas—Leadership Day coordinator

    Faculty members:
    Christine Knuth—Assistant to the Dean for Student Services
    Amy Humphreys—Assistant to the Dean for Constituent Relations
    Maureen Roach—Senior Assistant Director of the Career Center
    BJ Newmister—Associate Director of the M.B.A. Program
    Norris Porter—Director of Development
    Chuck McGuire—Interim Dean of the College of Business

    Student ambassadors:
    Kyle Barber
    Sandeep Basnet
    Lindsey DiFiore
    Natasha Imbrogno
    Ken Kamentsev
    Sarah Schmitt
    Jessica Smith
    Andrew Vuong

    Special thanks to our Business Week R.S.O. Representatives