Fall 2020 Focused Friday Activities

Backpack to Briefcase: Stand Out Resume

You may have heard differing opinions in the past about what you should and shouldn't include on your resume. What makes it stand out from other applicants? What should you include? And was your Aunt Karen really correct about listing “fluent in Japanese” because of that Intro to Japanese course you took in middle school? Hear it all from Erica Wallace, a recruiter from Strata Funds who will talk about how to create a "stand out" resume.

Backpack to Briefcase: Virtual Networking

Does hearing the word "networking" make you cringe? It is uncomfortable for many, but it doesn't need to be. A HSB alumni, Scott Wilcox, with JP Morgan will talk to Huntsman students about networking, specifically in a virtual setting. You'll walk away with great tools and strategies to network in a sincere, meaningful, and strategic way.

Backpack to Briefcase: Preparing Interview Questions

Many candidates overlook or fail to plan questions to ask the interviewer(s). Even if you have hit the interview questions out of the park, you are not done there. This may be the most critical part of the interview in some cases. Asking good questions will show critical thinking, preparation, and ability to connect. If you struggle with knowing what to ask, however, you’re not alone. Join Chelsea Yoshikawa, Customer Account Lead, at General Mills to learn how and what to ask at the end of an interview.

Backpack to Briefcase: Career Opportunities Beyond Utah

Perhaps it’s family pressure to stay in state, or you’re simply a home body, you won’t want to miss this session! Spencer Champlin from Koch Industries along with panelists Scott Gold, Jessica Wilkinson, and McKlayne Marshall will talk about the many benefits (personal growth, compensation, and promotability) of launching your career outside of Utah.

Backpack to Briefcase: What Recruiters Look For on LinkedIn

Whether you just created your LinkedIn profile last semester for your Business Communication course, or you have been building your network for years, you’ll leave this workshop feeling focused and motivated. Amy Venezia from North American Plastics will talk to you about what recruiters look for on LinkedIn to improve your profile and chances to be seen by recruiters.

Backpack to Briefcase: How to Stand Out in a Virtual Setting

Due to COVID-19, much of the global workforce has transitioned to working remotely. Congratulations to those who have finally mastered the mute button! Beyond basic etiquette, how does one stand out and impress in a virtual setting? Join a recent HSB alumni, Paige Sampson with Adobe, to discuss ways you can stand out in virtual settings to prepare for the expo and additional recruiting events this semester.

Backpack to Briefcase: What You Need to Know About Digital Meetings

Join Eric Hadfield with Northwestern Mutual to discuss aspects of digital meetings that everyone should know. This goes beyond basic virtual meeting etiquette and dives into various Zoom and computer settings, lighting set up, and more. This will come just in time for some of those virtual interview spots we are sure you landed thanks to your hard work at the expo!

Backpack to Briefcase: Virtual Interviews Tips & Tricks

Long before COVID-19, Goldman Sachs and other companies have been using virtual interviews for at least the initial round of interviews. Watch this session with Richelle Medellin, VP of University Relations at Goldman Sachs, to learn tips and tricks for virtual interviews. Don’t put yourself at a disadvantage from other candidates simply because you weren’t prepared.

Backpack to Briefcase: Navigating Offers and Negotiation

Justin Wright, Human Capital Management Analyst, at Goldman Sachs will lead a discussion on internship and full-time offers and negotiation. As a graduate of the Jon M. Huntsman School of Business, Justin will bring in both the student and corporate perspective on topics such as reneging on offers, professional communication, asking for time to consider an offer, salary negotiation, and more. Every student regardless of major or class level will learn something valuable from this session!

Leadership Forum - September 11: Huntsman School Welcome with Dean Anderson

A conversation on leadership featuring Huntsman School Dean Douglas D. Anderson and Associate Dean Dave Patel. Both of these Aggies found their way back to USU after spending many years on the East Coast. Dean Anderson received his PhD from Harvard, where he then taught for many years before founding his own executive development firm. Associate Dean Patel spent 15 years in Washington, DC, working in and out of government, including working for the Secretary of Defense. Don’t miss what is sure to be a lively discussion on leadership and life.

Leadership Forum - September 18: She's Daring Mighty Things Summit

This year’s powerful speakers include Dr. Susan Madsen, a leading voice in strengthening the impact of Utah girls and women and the Founder and Director of the Utah Women & Leadership Project at USU; Amy Rees Anderson, an engaging speaker and author and Founder and Managing Partner of REES Capital; and Sara Dent Merrill, Senior Media Strategist at ICON Health & Fitness and former Huntsman School Business Senator. These women and their stories will leave you feeling encouraged and empowered to dare mighty things!

Leadership Forum - October 2: Dr. Teppo Felin from University of Oxford

Please join us for this special opportunity to hear from Dr. Teppo Felin. Dr. Felin is a Professor of Strategy and the Academic Director of the Diploma in Strategy and Innovation at Saïd Business School at the University of Oxford. His areas of expertise include strategy, entrepreneurship and innovation, complex systems and competitive advantage. His award-winning research has been published in top journals and is highly acclaimed.

Leadership Forum - October 9: Kurt Larsen, Resource Management

Hear from Kurt Larsen, recipient of his year’s Distinguished Executive Alumnus Award. An Aggie, Larsen founded Resource Management Inc. (RMI) in 1992 to help small business owners focus more directly on the production side of their company by outsourcing to RMI their administrative, payroll, benefits, human resources, and risk management functions. Under Mr. Larsen’s leadership, Resource Management has grown to represent more than 10,000 employees in 46 states and has gross revenues of $350 million per year.

Leadership Forum - October 16: The Diversity, Inclusion and Leadership Imperative

Lord Dr. Michael Hastings, Anne Chow, Boyd Craig, Sanda Ojiambo, and James Manyika as discuss the importance of diversity, inclusion, and leadership in the workplace and our lives.

Leadership Forum - October 30: Heidi Melin, Workfront

How do you drive brand awareness in an age of global competition? What skills and attributes get you in the door and help you succeed in marketing careers, or just professionally? Just what exactly is SaaS, and why is it important to you? Learn from Heidi Melin, Chief Marketing Officer at Workfront.

Leadership Forum - November 6: WIBA Presents Stories of "True Grit"

Listen to personal stories of “True Grit” to inspire you to overcome adversity and doubt. Rise up to challenges, create opportunities and build your arsenal of confidential and empowerment.

Panelists include Michelle Smith, the Senior Vice President of People & Culture for the Utah Jazz and Larry H. Miller Sports & Entertainment; Paula L. Rosson, Chief Administrative Officer and Senior Vice President of the Gathering and Processing business unit of MPLX and MPC; Margo Cowley, Co-Owner of S-PM Commercial Property Management and Owner of Margo's Interiors; Ashley Morrey, SHRM Student President at USU.

Leadership Forum - December 4: How Covid19 is Disrupting Access to Your Favorite Products

Join us as a panel of experts discuss how COVID19 is impacting access to some of your favorite products and impacting the development of a vaccine.

Panel members include: Allison Corry, Assistant Vice President of Sourcing, Intermountain Healthcare Supply Chain Organization; Gary Peterson, Executive VP-Supply Chain & Production, OC Tanner; James Sneddon, Sr. Director, Strategic Sourcing, Albertsons Companies; and Kim C. Larson, Sr. Demand Analyst, ThermoFisher.