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BUSINESS MENTORSHIP PROGRAM APPLICATION OPENS

Apply for an opportunity to learn from successful business alumni or friends of the college. You will be matched with a mentor for one semester to communicate for at least 30 minutes a week beginning mid-February. Each pairing is chosen based on a variety of factors, including (but not limited to) major, intended career field, ideal living location and professional interests. Benefit from a mentor’s encouragement and insight on career development, personal growth and challenges in the workplace.

Audience: All business students
Time: The student application period is open from Friday, January 1 through Friday, January 29 at 11:59 p.m.
Registration: https://fsumentoring.xinspire.com/programs/business

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PEER CONNECT PROGRAM APPLICATION OPENS

Learn the ropes from an upperclassman. Incoming business students are linked with juniors and seniors, who serve as mentors, offering valuable guidance on navigating through the college and making the most of your experience. Throughout the semester, mentors and mentees communicate at least once a week. Mentors represent all business majors.

Audience: Freshman and sophomore students
Time: The student application period is open from Friday, January 1 through Friday, January 29 at 11:59 p.m.
Registration: https://fsu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5dUSI20ooTGmJ4V

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MENTORING MOMENTS – TOPIC: “F.O.R.D”

Benefit from these short, prerecorded segments showcasing alumni sharing their experiences and offering advice. This Mentoring Moment is hosted by Brett Lindquist (BS Finance & Real Estate ’83), chief executive officer of The Mortgage Firm, Inc. and member of the college’s Board of Governors, will talk about ways to introduce yourself to people in networking situations using the F.O.R.D. (Family, Occupation, Recreation and Dreams) method.

Audience: All business students
Time: Released at 10:00 a.m.
Platform: Youtube
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MzBRNLYlfRk

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PhD OPEN HOUSE

Learn about the benefits of pursuing a Ph.D. in business. Open to all academic backgrounds, the College of Business offers Ph.D. majors in accounting, finance, marketing, management information systems, organizational behavior and human resources, risk management and insurance, or strategy. Did you know business professors are in the top 10% of American earners? In addition to competitive salaries, the job involves teaching, research and service duties and typically provides a high level of autonomy. Most doctoral business students at FSU receive financial assistance, and additional funding opportunities are available for underrepresented minorities and veterans.

Audience: All interested students
Time: 3:00 p.m.
Registration: https://bit.ly/phdopenhouse

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Techtronic Industries Information Session

Jessica Godek, a recruiter from Techtronic Industries, joins us via Zoom to talk about who Techtronic Industries (TTI) is, what they do and the opportunities that exist for business majors. TTI professionals also will share real life examples of a day in the life at TTI.

Audience: All business students
Time: 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Platform: Zoom
Link: https://fsu.zoom.us/j/99421624985

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Enterprise Information Session

Dee Swanson, from Enterprise Holdings, is speaking about who Enterprise Holdings is, what they do and the opportunities that exist for business majors. Enterprise professionals will share real life examples of a day in the life at Enterprise.

Audience: All business students
Time: 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Platform: Zoom
Link: https://fsu.zoom.us/j/92003928233

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LOTUS MEDICAL INFORMATION SESSION

Cofi Jordan, president of Lotus Medical, joins us via Zoom to talk about who Lotus Medical is, what they do and the opportunities tht exist for business majors. Lotus Medical professionals will share real life examples of a day in the life at Lotus Medical.

Audience: All business students
Time: 1:00 - 2:00 p. m.
Platform: Zoom
Link: https://fsu.zoom.us/j/91385403733

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CSX Information Session

Kelly Park and Salmaan Wahidi, finance professionals at CSX, join us via Zoom to talk about who CSX is, what they do and the opportunities that exist for business majors in the finance department. CSX professionals also will share real life examples of a day in the life at CSX.

Audience: All business students
Time: 1:00 - 2:00 p. m.
Platform: Zoom
Link: https://fsu.zoom.us/j/91740471946

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MENTORING MOMENTS – TOPIC: Benefits of Studying Abroad

Benefit from these short, prerecorded segments showcasing alumni sharing their experiences and offering advice. This Mentoring Moment is hosted by Kyle Artz (BS Accounting & Finance ’05; MAcc ’07), vice president, Strategy & Insights and Business Development, The Coca-Cola Company.

Audience: All business students
Time: Released at 10:00 a.m.
Platform: Youtube
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=68kXYn5Lna8&feature=youtu.be

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Techtronic Industries Information Session

Jessica Godek, recruiter from Techntronic Industries, joins us via Zoom to talk about who Techtronic Industries (TTI) is, what they do and the opportunities that exist for business majors. TTI professionals also will share real life examples of a day in the life at TTI.

Audience: All business students
Time: 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Platform: Zoom
Link: https://fsu.zoom.us/j/99421624985

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ACV Auctions Information Session

Recruiters from ACV Auctions join us via Zoom to talk about who ACV Auctions is, what they do and what opportunities exist for business students. ACV professionals also will share real life examples of a day in the life at the company.

Audience: All business students
Time: 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Platform: Zoom
Link: https://fsu.zoom.us/j/99684215558

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GRADUATE BUSINESS CONNECTION

Join us to meet our deans, faculty program directors and academic advisors for our master's graduate programs. We will introduce each of the six programs and discuss admissions requirements, after which you will be able to meet with the program director and advisor for your individual program of interest.

Audience: All business students
Time: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Platform: Zoom
Registration: https://fsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUucOygpzgsGtPH80-Ye9mhD4iLUHAxRjle

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RSM Information Session

Shanna Naeole and Alex Shillinglaw, recruiters from RSM US LLP, will talk about who RSM is, what they do and the opportunities that exist for business students. RSM professionals also will share real life examples of a day in the life at RSM

Audience: All business students
Time: 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Platform: Zoom
Link: https://fsu.zoom.us/j/9705347

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Dean's Forum

Dean Hartline and members of his team will provide a helpful update on the spring semester and insight on how best to navigate it. Students will have the opportunity to ask the dean questions they have related to the spring semester and College of Business in general.

Audience: All business students
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Platform: Zoom
Link: https://fsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIpfuqgpzMvGdC_kHUvunpwI9OwK_LgfJ_v

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PwC Information Session

Ana Cristina Gomes, recruiter from PwC, will talk about who PwC is, what they do and the opportunities that exist for business students. PwC professionals also will share real life examples of a day in the life at PwC.

Audience: All business students
Time: 5:00 p.m. – 6:15 p.m.
Platform: Zoom
Register: https://fsu.zoom.us/j/9294679

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MENTORING MOMENTS – TOPIC: VOLUNTEERISM

Benefit from these short, prerecorded segments showcasing alumni sharing their experiences and offering advice. This Mentoring Moment is hosted by Dominic Gallardi (BS FIN ’14; MSF ‘15), senior associate at RSM US LLP and a member of the college’s Recent Alumni Board, who will talk about volunteering while in college.

Audience: All business students
Time: Released at 10:00 a.m.
Platform: Youtube
Link: https://youtu.be/87G5GUiXeVY

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Internship Resource Fair

Representatives from the College of Business Internships & Career Services Office, Career Center, Center for Leadership and Social Change, International Programs Office and the Center for Global Exchange will answer your questions about finding internship experiences and gaining recognition or academic credit for your experience. Participants will also be able to learn about international internships, non-profit options and the legal requirements for international student participation.

Audience: All business students
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Platform: Brazen
Register: https://fsu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9ubz2OhhiibziXb

For more information, contact Kawana Johnson, Director of Internships and Career Services, at kjohnson@business.fsu.edu

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PwC Information Session

Ana Cristina Gomes, recruiter from PwC, joins us via Zoom to talk about who PwC is, what they do and the opportunities that exist for business students. PwC professionals also will share real life examples of a day in the life at PwC.

Audience: All business students
Time: 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Platform: Zoom
Register:  https://fsu.zoom.us/j/9294679

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NEPC, LLC Information Session

Professionals from NEPC, LLC, one of the industry's largest independent, full-service investment consulting firms serving more than 350 clients with assets in excess of $1.1 trillion, join us on Zoom to talk about who NEPC is, what they do and the opportunities that exist for business students. NEPC professionals will also share real life examples of a day in the life at NEPC.

Audience: All business students
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Platform: Zoom
Register: https://fsu.zoom.us/j/95518228416

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Ask An Alum

This live session features one of our top alumni, Blake Starbuck (MS-RMI '11), Producer Development Manager for Bouchard Insurance, a Marsh & McLennan Agency LLC Company. Starbuck will share key strategies for conducting successful internships.

Audience: All business students
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Platform: Zoom
Link: https://fsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwuf-GhqzkvHddEV5Pg1uWWjaPkJI-B_nwV

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Enterprise Holdings Information Session

Marleen Hernandez of Enterprise Holdings joins us via Zoom to talk about making the most of your internship. Marleen will also share information about Enterprise Holdings' internship opportunities.

Audience: All business students
Time: 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Platform: Zoom
Register: https://fsu.zoom.us/j/97850775519

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E. & J. Gallo Winery Information Session

Amanda Bussey, a Recruiter at E. & J. Gallo Winery, joins us via Zoom to talk about who Gallo is, what they do and the opportunities that exist for business students. Gallo professionals also will share real life examples of a day in the life at Gallo. Open to all business students.

Audience: All business students
Time: 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Platform: Zoom
Register: https://fsu.zoom.us/j/97532515039

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International Students and the Internship Process Workshop

Join representatives from the College of Business Internships & Career Services Office and the Center for Global Engagement as they discuss the internship process for international students.

Audience: All business students
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Platform: Zoom
Register: https://fsu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9ubz2OhhiibziXb

For more information, contact Kawana Johnson, Director of Internships and Career Services, at kjohnson@business.fsu.edu

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Professional Development Workshop: Strategies for Securing an Internship

Join representatives from the College of Business Internships & Career Services Office and the Center for Global Engagement as they discuss the internship process for international students.

Audience: All business students
Time: 4:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Platform: Zoom
Register: TBA

For more information, contact Dr. Sarah Withers, Teaching Faculty, Center for Professional Development at swithers@business.fsu.edu.

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Seminole Sales Showcase Career Fair

More than 30 companies are participating in the Seminole Sales Showcase Virtual Career Fair to recruit students for internships and job opportunities in sales, sales management and management trainee positions

Audience: All business students
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Platform: Brazen
Register: https://fsu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9ubz2OhhiibziXb

For more information, visit business.fsu.edu/sss or contact Shannon Young, Program Manager at styoung@business.fsu.edu

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Internship Week Employer Panel

Join us for a panel of employers from Enterprise, Geico and Tech Data, who will share their insights on internship participation.

Audience: All business students
Time: 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Platform: Zoom
Register: https://fsu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9ubz2OhhiibziXb

For more information, contact Kawana Johnson, Director of Internships and Career Services, at kjohnson@business.fsu.edu

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BlueGrace Logistics Information Session

Samantha Downing, recruiter from BlueGrace Logistics, will talk about who BlueGrace is, what they do and the opportunities that exist for business students. BlueGrace Logistics professionals also will share real life examples of a day in the life at BlueGrace.

Audience: All business students
Time: 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Platform: Zoom
Link: https://fsu.zoom.us/j/98972694379

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Seminole Futures Career Fair

Meet with recruiters from corporate, nonprofit and government organizations to discuss internships and full-time job opportunities. This semiannual career fair is sponsored by the FSU Career Center.

Audience: All FSU students
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Platform: Symplicity
Link: https://fsu-csm.symplicity.com/students/index.php?s=event&ss=cf&mode=form&id=333f7354c0d32a1fd90cbc8ac22410c4&signin_tab=0

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MENTORING MOMENTS – TOPIC: GMAT PREPARATON

Benefit from these short, prerecorded segments showcasing alumni sharing their experiences and offering advice. This Mentoring Moment is hosted by Joseph Alter (MBA ’18; MS-BA ‘19), consultant at CCG Analytics Solutions & Services and a member of the college’s Recent Alumni Board, who will talk about preparing to take the GMAT.

Audience: All business students
Time: Released at 10:00 a.m.
Platform: Youtube
Watch: https://youtu.be/Kzdg5m6aEdQ

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Deloitte Information Session

Tiffany Foskey-Lewis and Erin Osborn, recruiters from Deloitte, will talk about who Deloitte is, what they do and the opportunities that exist for business students. Deloitte Logistics professionals also will share real life examples of a day in the life at Deloitte. Open to all business students.

Audience: All business students
Time: 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Platform: Zoom
Link: https://fsu.zoom.us/j/97387816

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Coffee Chat – Topic: Diversity and Inclusion on Campus

The Student Leadership Council is hosting a virtual coffee chat for students featuring Dr. Brandon Bowden, associate vice president for Student Affairs, and Dr. Sierra Turner, director of Student Equity and Inclusion, as they discuss how diversity and inclusion is being addressed on campus.

Audience: All business students
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Platform: Zoom
Register: https://fsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwvdeuoqzMqG9BBRPdJQVAurYzbaGZALml-

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Techtronic Industries (TTI) Information Session

Jessica Godek, recruiter from TTI (Techtronic Industries will talk about who TTI is, what they do and the opportunities that exist for business students. TTI professionals also will share real life examples of a day in the life at TTI.

Audience: All business students
Time: 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Platform: Zoom
Link: https://fsu.zoom.us/j/93826110

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Tabling of Diverse Student Organizations

Several of the college’s diverse student organizations are tabling as part of Diversity in Leadership Week to share information about their respective organizations.

Audience: All business students
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Platform: Brazen
Link: https://app.brazenconnect.com/a/fsu-college-of-business/e/g6oqM

For more information, contact Marissa Mainwood, Student Engagement Coordinator, at mmainwood@business.fsu.edu

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Diversity in Leadership Week Executive Panel Session

Exploring complex issues surrounding diversity in today’s world and bridging the gap among minority groups through strategies focused on future success, the college is hosting a panel discussion with executives from JPMorgan Chase & Co., Assurant, Comcast, Delta, Fidelity Investments and the Seminole Tribe.

Audience: All business students
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Platform: Zoom
Link: https://fsu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_F6PFEnB4RXezNDHQekwhjQ

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Professional Student Headshots

Update your Linkedin profile with a professional headshot and get read for the college’s virtual Career Expo on March 25. Come dressed professionally and bring your ID card. Headshots are offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Social distancing and masks are required.

Audience: All business students
Time:  8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Location: Rovetta Business Building Courtyard

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Employer Panel: Networking in a Virtual Space

Interested in networking with recruiters looking to hire FSU students for jobs and internships? Learn great tips and tricks from experienced recruiters from Signature Consultants, Fidelity and L3Harris!

Audience: All FSU students
Time: 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m..
Platform: Zoom
Link: https://fsu.zoom.us/j/98631856281

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Professional Student Headshots

Update your Linkedin profile with a professional headshot and get read for the college’s virtual Career Expo on March 25. Come dressed professionally and bring your ID card. Headshots are offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Social distancing and masks are required.

Audience: All business students
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Location: Rovetta Business Building Courtyard

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Bouchard MMA Information Session

Join recruiters from Bouchard Insurance, a Marsh & McClennan Agency, via Zoom to talk about who Bouchard MMA is, what they do and the opportunities that exist for business students. Bouchard MMA professionals also will share real life examples of a day in the life at the company.

Audience: All business students
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Platform: Zoom
Register: https://fsu.zoom.us/j/92823859958

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Spring Insurance Days

Insurance Days is the annual placement event for risk management/insurance (RMI) majors. This virtual event assists seniors in obtaining employment after graduation, as well as internship positions for all RMI majors. Network with recruiters to learn about individual companies and their career opportunities.

Audience: All FSU students
Time:  3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Platform: Brazen

For more information, contact Lauren del Toro at ldeltoro@fsu.edu

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Ask an Alum

This live session via Zoom features top FSU alumni, Bob (BS Speech Communications ‘81) and Gail (BS Accounting '82) Knight, sharing key strategies for leadership and team management.

Audience: All business students
Time:  2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Platform: Zoom
Link: https://fsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwpde2pqTgvG9CqYP4gminktAxJbw2BsaTc

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Mentoring Moments – Topic: Diversity & Inclusion in the Workplace

Benefit from these short, prerecorded segments showcasing alumni sharing their experiences and offering advice. This Mentoring Moment is hosted by Joe Terry (BS Finance ‘93), Executive Director and Banker for JP Morgan Private Bank and member of the college’s Board of Governors.

Audience: All business students
Time:  Released at 10:00 a.m.
Platform: Youtube
Link: TBD

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FSU Great Give

FSU's Great Give is a 24-hour online giving campaign in support of academic programs and scholarships at FSU. Starting on Wednesday, March 10 at 12 a.m. and ending at 11:59 p.m., FSU supporters can make gifts to any project including the College of Business’ primary project that benefits student enrichment activities that are beyond the classroom

Audience: All students, faculty, staff and alumni
Time:  12:00 a.m. – 11:59 p.m.
Link: https://spark.fsu.edu/Project/774/Beyond-the-Classroom-Student-Enrichment-Activities

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Level Up Series: Navigating a Virtual Environment

Offered by the Center for Professional Development, take your professional development to the next level by engaging in conversation with our professional development advisors, employers and guest speakers who will help refine your soft skills and find your competitive edge!

Audience: All business graduate students
Time:  3:00 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.

For more information, contact Patricia Shubrick at pshubrick@business.fsu.edu.

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Job search Tips with insight global

Are you approaching graduation or just curious about the job search process? Come learn from one of our experienced recruiters from Insight Global!

Audience: All FSU students
Time:  3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Platform: Zoom
Register: https://fsu.zoom.us/j/99481236241

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Wells Fargo Info Session: “Let’s Talk Credit”

Boost your credit knowledge! Representatives from Wells Fargo will help students understand credit basics and how to establish good credit, improve credit and manage credit.

Audience: All business students
Time:  11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Register: https://forms.gle/6EXAWHtoBkFpTyNx8

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Employer Virtual Speed Networking

Hosted on Wonder.me, a new virtual space "where people can talk," this rotational networking event provides students and employers the opportunity to chat in small groups via video chat embedded in the Wonder website.

Audience: All business students
Time:  1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Platform: Wonder.me
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/virtual-speed-networking-tickets-132592753495

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Ask an Employer Anything Panel Session

Interested in networking with recruiters looking to hire FSU students for jobs and internships? Have questions about jobs, internships, resumes, interviewing or how to prepare for your career? Come ask questions and learn from experienced recruiters from Alpha Foundations, Auto-Owners Insurance and Syntech.

Audience: All FSU students
Time:  12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Platform: Zoom
Register: https://fsu.zoom.us/j/98954131682

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Mentoring Moments – Topic: Breaking the Glass Ceiling

Benefit from these short, prerecorded segments showcasing alumni sharing their experiences and offering advice. This Mentoring Moment is hosted by Summer Butler (BS Marketing ’02), Director for Shopper Marketing for The Coca-Cola Company and member of the college’s Board of Governors.

Audience: All business students
Time:  Released at 10:00 a.m.
Platform: Youtube
Link: TBD

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Business Career Expo

The spring Business Career Expo is a virtual recruiting event where students, freshman through graduate level, can meet and talk one-on-one about full-time, part-time and internship opportunities.

Audience: All FSU students
Time:  10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Platform: Brazen
Register: https://app.brazenconnect.com/a/fsu-college-of-business/e/5P5Jo

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Q & A with a Johnson & Johnson Executive: Navigating the Leadership Labyrinth as a Woman in Business

In honor of Women’s History Month, join us in an engaging discussion on women’s paths to career success in business. As a senior leader, Lisa Blair Davis, vice president of Human Resources, Medical Devices at Johnson & Johnson, has acquired a wealth of knowledge on how women can navigate the labyrinth to reach their career goals.

Audience: All FSU students
Time:  5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Platform: Zoom
Registration: https://fsu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_qyEDqQLjT1ecQ7D6DH3dzA