Badgers in Consulting: Experience to Opportunity
Thursday, October 22 | 5:00pm – 7:30pm
Join fellow alumni and Chicago professionals for Badgers in Consulting: Experience to Opportunity, an interactive networking event that connects individuals across firms, career stages, and industries.
During structured breakout sessions, you’ll explore the variety of career journeys that encompass the consulting industry, learn about the benefits of consulting careers, and connect with professionals who leverage their consulting expertise in other industries and roles.
Kicking off the event, consulting experts will share key skills prized by top firms and discuss the ins and outs of the industry. Featured speakers include:
- Ryan Ransford, executive director at Russell Reynold Associates
- Amanda Kranz (BA ’07), managing director at Accenture Song
Whether you’re looking to advance or specialize within the profession, make the jump from consulting to industry, or explore a new career path altogether, this event will equip you with invaluable career advice and new relationships to help you make your next move.
All UW–Madison alumni and friends are welcome to attend this free event, which includes complimentary appetizers and beverages.
Details
Location
Summit Chicago
205 N. Michigan Ave., 10th Floor
Chicago, IL 60601
Schedule
5–5:30 p.m.: Check-in and informal networking
5:30–6 p.m.: Opening remarks
6–7:30 p.m.: Structured networking activity
Networking Breakouts and Participants
Meet with Chicago professionals at different stages of the consulting career journey during structured breakout sessions. Select your preferred networking group upon registration.
Riser
Advanced in their consulting career at one firm or spent the majority of their time at one firm
- Ryan Ransford, executive director at Russell Reynold Associates
- Amanda Kranz (BA ’07), managing director at Accenture Song
Consulting Boomerang
Moved between consulting firms
- Jake Shenkenberg (BBA ’21), vice president at AlixPartners
- Justin Stollberg (BS ’21), consultant at BRG
Industry Boomerang
Joined industry from consulting (or vice versa)
- Michael Botos (BS ’89), partner/principal strategy, innovation, transformation at EY-Parthenon
- Robert McGonigle, engagement manager at McKinsey & Company
Value Capture Specialist
Moved into specialty consulting (finance/PE, etc.)
Speakers coming soon!
Tech and AI Leader
Pivoted from consulting to an AI-focused role (consulting, startup, etc.) or to work at a tech company
- Michael Yadgar (BS ’92), board advisor at AltitudeIQ
- Audra Brown, director, AI consulting and delivery at Quantum Rise
Register now!
Please indicate your top two preferences for networking breakout groups upon registration. We will do our best to accommodate your preferences, but we cannot guarantee you’ll be placed in your top choice(s).
