What is the purpose of our MBA Summit?
The MBA Summit is designed to add momentum to your career by bringing together MBA students, alumni, faculty, staff, and industry experts. In addition to networking there will be targeted career workshops and assistance from faculty and Career and Professional Development Staff.
You will also learn about trends and challenges in the business world from several industry keynotes.
Who can attend the MBA Summit?
The MBA Summit is open to all active MBA students, incoming (deposited) MBA students, and recent MBA alumni.
What are the benefits of attending the MBA Summit?
By attending the MBA Summit, you will have the opportunity to:
– Meet and connect with MBA peers, faculty, and industry leaders.
– Explore career opportunities and refresh your professional profile
– Have fun and enjoy the campus and city of High Point
When and where is the MBA Summit?
The MBA Summit will take place on Saturday, October 19, 2024 at High Point University. This lies between the Fall 1 and 2 Sessions, so you don’t have to worry about your MBA work. This is a pause to focus on your career!
Is the MBA Summit required?
No, but it is a great opportunity!
Will there be a virtual attendance option for the MBA Summit?
No, sorry. We want this to be an intimate in person only event.
How can I register for the MBA Summit?
Incoming Students – Contact Graduate Admissions
Current Students – There is a Table signup posted on our MBA@HPU on Microsoft Teams
Recent Alumni – Contact the MBA Director
Is there a registration fee?
No. The MBA Summit is free!
What is included with registration?
Registration includes access to all sessions, workshops, panels, networking events, meals, and refreshments. Some are eligible for a complementary hotel room.
Who is eligible for a complementary hotel room?
Participants who fly in or have more than a 90-minute drive from campus. Let us know if you need transportation from the hotel to campus.
Will my travel expenses be covered?
No, sorry. We must keep expenses under control so more can participate.
For those staying at Courtyard – check in 3pm, check out 11am – All events held on Saturday, October 19th
| Time | Location | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| 7-8:00am | Cottrell Kushner Ballroom | Breakfast and Registration – includes Magic Meal for lunch and a Magic Beverage for a pick-me-up to use in between any session at the Cottrell Starbucks |
| 8 – 8:45am | Cottrell Kushner Ballroom | Opening remarks by Dean Dr. Hall and Dr. Nasir Assar |
| 9-10:00am | Cottrell Boardrooms and Study Rooms | Career Coaching Sessions with MBA faculty and Career and Professional Development Staff |
| 10 – 11:00am | Cottrell Kushner Ballroom | Healthcare Management Keynote David Kame, MBA, MHA – CenTrak |
| 11 – 12:00pm | Cottrell Kushner Ballroom | Business Analytics Keynote – Lauren Wright and Alex Wright of SEAD Software |
| 12:00-1:00pm | Slane Café, or R.G. Wanek Center for Farmer’s Market, the Point Grill, or Great Day Bakery) | Lunch on main campus (use Magic Meal) |
| 1-2:30pm | Cottrell Rooms | Mock Interview Sessions (Includes review over resume and cover letter) |
| 2:30-4:00pm | Kushner Ballroom | Mock Networking and Career Expo Using Real Employers |
| 4-5:00pm | Walk towards Congdon Hall | Reflection Time |
| 5-6:00pm | Anne Kerr Walker Ballroom | Wine and Beer Hour |
| 6-7:00pm | Anne Kerr Walker Ballroom | Served Dinner |
| 7-8:00pm | Anne Kerr Walker Ballroom | Supply Chain Management Keynote TBD |
Lauren Wright is the Director of Analytics at SEAD Software, LLC, a pioneering company in the low-code, no-code space. Over the past 5 years, Lauren has developed and managed a variety of customized software solutions for a multitude of industries including: Healthcare, Logistics, Medical Sales, Make-up and more. The solutions developed and managed by Lauren manages approx. $4.1 billion in sales, tracks + $100 million in commissions, and saves various companies thousands of hours of labor.
Before SEAD, Lauren had worked as an English teacher abroad in Italy where she learned the art of translation and effective communication. These skills have helped her in the technology space to effectively communicate and translate the needs of various businesses into effective software solutions. She also attended High Point University graduating in 2018 and was awarded International Business Student of the year.
Alex Wright is the CEO of SEAD Software, LLC, a pioneering company in the low-code, no-code space. Over the past two years, Alex has spearheaded SEAD’s growth, most notably through the development and launch of Co-Wright, SEAD’s flagship product. Co-Wright is a transformative platform that empowers businesses to build and deploy software solutions rapidly without the need for extensive coding expertise. It offers unparalleled flexibility and scalability, enabling organizations to streamline their development processes, reduce costs, and accelerate time-to-market. Under Alex’s leadership, Co-Wright has become a cornerstone of SEAD’s product suite, widely recognized for its innovation and impact across various industries.
Before SEAD, Alex played a key role in developing an award-winning hedge fund services application that now manages $2.7 trillion in assets and covers 50,000 securities globally. He led the design of this application, which is now utilized worldwide on platforms such as Bloomberg, Reuters, and NASDAQ, and relied upon by top hedge funds and long-only funds, showcasing his ability to create impactful and industry-leading solutions.
SEAD Software’s, Low-Code No-Code platform called “Co-Wright”, gives the Small to Medium sized Marketplace a perfect balance between “drag and drop” low-code, no-code and out-of-the-box applications suitable for supply chain, accounting, and customer relationship management, and other operational applications. With the ability for custom code to be added upon by a mid-level developer, our platform enables for enhance enterprise applications to be developed at a fraction of the time and a fraction of the cost in comparison to traditional development. This combination results in a more efficient, faster to market, and scalable application tailored to each individual business.
DAVID KAME, MBA, MHA – Consultant and Director of Client Success
CenTrak helps healthcare facilities create a safe and efficient healthcare environment through the deployment of the industry’s leading real-time location system (RTLS). More than a hospital tracking system – we provide actionable location and environmental condition data across the entire healthcare enterprise.
Alex is a dynamic and solutions-focused project management professional with over eleven (11) years of experience orchestrating teams in the delivery of full-service global supply chain operations for budgets of up to $34M. A winning record of implementing multifaceted strategic plans to lead and motivate teams in industry logistics, inventory management, waste management, and distribution operations. Demonstrated success reducing corporate costs by up to $12M USD through process-driven vendor negotiations, quality improvement efficiencies, RFQs, reporting and training. Has extensive experience in Asia Pacific, Latin America and Europe.
Qorvo –
Your car. Your smartphone. Your wrist. Your heart. Even outer space.
Qorvo products are at work connecting, protecting and powering the planet. We bring core radio frequency (RF) and power technologies and solutions to mobile, infrastructure, the IoT, defense/aerospace and power management markets.
Transforming the way you live, work, play and communicate — that’s what inspires us.
