Executives on Campus
Greg Chagaris (Co-Founder of Outsell, Inc.) guest lectures as part of Executives on Campus 2015
Every spring the Dean of the College of Business invites a group of our most successful alumni and friends to share their talents and knowledge with hundreds of our students in and out of the classroom. While faculty do an amazing job preparing students for real world challenges and professional opportunities, there is no replacement for hearing from CEOs, CPAs, and Corporate Directors about business concepts, case studies, and best practices for advancing up the career ladder.
The visiting alumni and friends are each asked to lecture and facilitate discussions in two separate classes that happen on the date of Executives on Campus. These courses are selected based on the expertise areas of the visitors and the needs of the instructors. Students will be given ample time to ask questions and have an open exchange, because some of the best learning happens through conversation with trusted mentors.
Visiting Expert | Title | Company |
Gary Bedford ('77) | Independent Wealth & Financial Advisor | Bedford Wealth Advisors |
Cindy Bennington-Foor ('90) | Vice President & Regional Manager | Tri Counties Bank |
Sen. Bill Dodd ('78) | California State Senator | Senate District 3 |
Suki Mann ('06) | Partner | Sensiba San Filippo |
Tim Merrifield ('89) | Sr. Director of Corporate Development M&A Integration | Coupa |
Heath Prichard ('10) | Partner | New York Life Insurance Company |
Julio Quinones ('01) | CEO | Healthy Living Network |
Katie Santa Cruz ('05) | Sr. Relationship Manager for Global Commercial Banking | Bank of America |
Jason Walker ('93) | Chief Revenue Officer | GPS Insight |
Features of the Day
While the event has student learning at its core, it also is designed to grow the faculty’s professional network, maximize alumni relationship building, and deepen the connection between business needs and ongoing programmatic development. Plus, the experience is designed to be fun. The agenda for visiting professionals can include some or all of following elements:
- Lectures and exchanges in two separate classes
- Lounge with refreshments to connect with fellow "Executives on Campus” and take a break
- Campus tour
- Student event participation opportunities
Alumni who are interested in participating in future Executives on Campus events should contact the College of Business Director of Development, Ed Phillips.
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