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SUMMARY:Wisconsin School of Business | 125th Anniversary Celebration | Hong Kong
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow Business Badgers and UW–Madison alumni for a special international event\, Wisconsin School of Business 125th Anniversary Celebration: Hong Kong\, on March 28 at the JW Marriott Hotel Hong Kong. \n\n\n\nDuring this festive celebration\, you’ll build community with fellow alumni\, meet with school leadership and faculty\, and honor WSB’s transformative legacy and bold vision for the future. You’ll get an inside look at how the school is embracing new technologies\, deepening industry partnerships to drive student success\, and cultivating the next generation of entrepreneurial leaders. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Today!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocationJW Marriott Hotel Hong KongPacific Place\, 88 Queensway\, Hong Kong\, China \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nDon’t miss this unique opportunity in Hong Kong to embrace innovation and collaboration\, strengthen global connections\, and celebrate our bold Legacy in Motion. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n\n6–6:45 p.m. Check-in and pre-reception \n\n\n\n6:45 p.m.Dinner service begins \n\n\n\n7–8 p.m.Stage program\, including remarks from WSB Dean Vallabh “Samba” Sambamurthy\, a keynote from Professor Justin Sydnor (BA ’01)\, and presentation of WSB’s Recognition of Alumni Excellence \n\n\n\n8–9 p.m.Post-reception \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n\n\n\nViveca Chan (BBA ’76)Founder\, WE Marketing Group\n\n\n\n\n\nCynthia Chu (BBA ’99) Chief financial and growth officer\, Audible\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVallabh “Samba” SambamurthyAlbert O. Nicholas Dean\, Wisconsin School of Business\n\n\n\n\n\nJustin Sydnor (BA ’01)Professor and American Family Insurance Distinguished Chair in Risk Management and Insurance\, Wisconsin School of Business
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/wisconsin-school-of-business-125th-anniversary-celebration-hong-kong/
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SUMMARY:WSB’s Global Toast: Celebrate 125 years on 12/5!
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Wisconsin School of Business’ 125th anniversary with a spirited toast in your corner of the world! \n\n\n\nJoin fellow alumni on December 5 for WSB’s Global Toast\, a special event that unites Business Badgers across industries and cities in celebration of the school’s enduring legacy and boundless impact. By attending one of our toasts\, you’ll build community\, strengthen your ties to WSB\, and cheers to 125 years of innovation and excellence with fellow Business Badgers. \n\n\n\nDon’t miss this fun and unique opportunity to connect with local alumni while raising a glass to your alma mater’s inspirational past and bold future.  \n\n\n\nRSVP today for a toast near you! \n\n\n\nNo matter where you are in the world\, we encourage you to raise a glass in celebration of WSB’s 125th anniversary. Tune into an Instagram live stream of Madison’s toast at 6 p.m. CST to hear Vallabh “Samba” Sambamurthy\, WSB’s Albert O. Nicholas Dean\, toast to the school’s proud Legacy in Motion. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis free event is open to all WSB alumni and friends. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2025 Toast Locations\n\n\n\nSome locations have yet to be announced. Stay tuned for details on an event in your area.All toasts take place on December 5 (unless otherwise noted) and are listed in local time. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMadison\, WI\n\n\n\nTime: 5–7 p.m.University of Wisconsin – Pyle Center\, Alumni Lounge702 Langdon St.\, Madison\, WI 53706 \n\n\n\n\nJoin us in Madison\n\n\n\n\nOur Madison toast is a focal point for the day’s celebrations\, and offers chances to mingle with WSB staff\, faculty\, leadership\, and local board members. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAtlanta\, GA \n\n\n\n\nJoin us in Atlanta\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime: 5:30–7:30 p.m.The Landing at Scout Living639 Glen Iris Drive\, Level 2 Atlanta\, GA 30308 \n\n\n\nHosted by Alexandra Kirk (MBA ’17) and Zena Stephens Joy (MBA ’17) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBangkok\, Thailand \n\n\n\n\nJoin us in Bangkok\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDecember 2Time: 6-8 p.m.The Great Room Gaysorn TowerLevel 26 & 25\, 127 Ratchadamri Road\, Lumpini\, Pathumwan\, Bangkok 10330 \n\n\n\nHosted by Nent Sathavornmanee (BBA ’02\, MS ’07) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBeijing\, China \n\n\n\n\nJoin us in Beijing\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime: 7–9 p.m.Beijing Solana Qmex Bar & Grill北京市朝阳区麦子店街道蓝色港湾库迈墨西哥餐吧 \n\n\n\nHosted by James Zhang (BBA ’16\, MAcc ’17) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChicago\, IL \n\n\n\n\nJoin us in Chicago\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime: 6:30–8:30 p.m.Chicago Fair Trade Holiday Pop Up2717 N Clark St.Chicago\, IL 60614 \n\n\n\nHosted by Katie Lorenz (BBA ’12) and Cassie Warton (BBA ’19) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDelhi\, India \n\n\n\n\nJoin us in Delhi\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime: 8–10 p.m.India Habitat CentreIndia Habitat Centre\, Lodhi Road\, New Delhi \n\n\n\nHosted by Kaustubh Prasad (BS ’03) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDubai\, UAE \n\n\n\n\nJoin us in Dubai\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime: 6–8 p.m.Tonda PizzaIndex Tower\, DIFC\, Retail 210 – Dubai \n\n\n\nHosted by Vijay Gandhi (BBA ’98) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Fort Lauderdale\, FL \n\n\n\n\nJoin us in Fort Lauderdale\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime: 6–8 p.m.Slackers Bar and Grille995 Marina BlvdFort Lauderdale\, FL 33315 \n\n\n\nHosted by Joe Lukas (BBA ’95) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGermany \n\n\n\n\nJoin us in Germany\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime: 6 p.m.Champions Bar – Marriott Hotel FrankfurtHamburger Allee 2Frankfurt am Main\, Germany 60486 \n\n\n\nHosted by Rome Rauter (BBA ’20) and Thomas Leiser (BS ’70) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHanoi\, Vietnam \n\n\n\n\nJoin us in Hanoi\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime: 6–9 p.m.Turtle Lake Brewing Company106 Quang Khanh Street\, Tay Ho \n\n\n\nHosted by Adam Sitkoff (BA ’92) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLondon\, England \n\n\n\n\nJoin us in London\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDecember 2Time: 6:30 p.m.Hereford Arms127 Gloucester Rd South Kensington\, London SW7 4TE \n\n\n\nHosted by Rebecca A. Clements (BBA ’97) and Elissa von Broembsen-Kluever (BBA ’04) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMelbourne\, Australia \n\n\n\n\nJoin us in Melbourne\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDecember 6Time: 10:30 a.m.Beachcomber Café10-18 Jacka BlvdSt Kilda\, Victoria 3182 \n\n\n\nHosted by Liz Dawes (BBA ’85) and Scott Dawes (BS ’84) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMexico City \n\n\n\n\nJoin us in Mexico City\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime: 7–9 p.m.Maison ArtemesiaTonalá 23 Roma Nte. Cuauhtémoc06700 Ciudad de México\, 55 9036 3778 \n\n\n\nHosted by Sachin Tuli (BBA ’98\, MS ’00)\, director of international business and global partnerships at the Wisconsin School of Business \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMilwaukee\, WI \n\n\n\n\nJoin us in Milwaukee\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime: 5–7 p.m.Leff’s Lucky Town7208 W State StWauwatosa\, WI 53213 \n\n\n\nHosted by Kevin Gannon (BBA ’01) and Nate Radue (BA ’09\, MBA ’19) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMinneapolis\, MN \n\n\n\n\nJoin us in Minneapolis\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime: 5:30–7:30 p.m.Rabbit Hole411 N Washington AveMinneapolis\, MN 55401 \n\n\n\nHosted by Luke Anderson (BS ’98) and Tim Bratland (BBA ’89) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNashville\, TN \n\n\n\n\nJoin us in Nashville\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime: 5–7 p.m.Culinary Dropout4020 Aspen Grove Dr\, Suite 101Franklin\, TN 37067 \n\n\n\nHosted by Amy Fensch (BBA ’95) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNew York\, NY \n\n\n\n\nJoin us in New York\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime: 6–8 p.m.Dorrian’s Red Hand1616 2nd AveNew York\, NY 10028 \n\n\n\nHosted by Chetan Peddada (BBA ’08) and Robin Du (BBA ’21\, MS ’22) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrange County \n\n\n\n\nJoin us in Orange County\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime: 5–6:30 p.m.Original Pizza Sports Bar3100 Irvine AvenueNewport Beach\, CA 92660 \n\n\n\nHosted by Kim Cass (BA ’76) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPortland\, OR \n\n\n\n\nJoin us in Portland\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime: 5:30–7:30 p.m.The Old Gold2105 N Killingsworth StPortland\, OR 97217 \n\n\n\nHosted by Kelly Johnson (BBA ’15) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrague\, Czech Republic \n\n\n\n\nJoin us in Prague\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime: 6–8 p.m.Brasserie MaximilianHaštalská 752/14\, Prague 1 \n\n\n\nHosted by Rob Kozich (BA ’96) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSeattle\, WA \n\n\n\n\nJoin us in Seattle\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime: 5:30–7:30 p.m.Buckley’s in Belltown2331 2nd AveSeattle\, WA 98121 \n\n\n\nHosted by Nick Kubsch (BBA ’15\, MAcc ’16) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSeoul\, South Korea \n\n\n\n\nJoin us in Seoul\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime: 7:30–9:30 p.m.서울 브루어리 성수 (Seoul Brewery)서울특별시 성동구 연무장길 28-12 (성수동2가) \n\n\n\nHosted by Sky Kim (BA ’10)\, Jihae Choi (BBA ’24)\, and the Wisconsin Alumni Association \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShanghai\, China \n\n\n\n\nJoin us in Shanghai\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime: 6:30–9 p.m.帕雷餐厅运动酒吧 (Parlay)康定路385号，陕康里103 Kanding Road 385 Shankang Li Blk 18 103 \n\n\n\nHosted by Neville Ning-YU Lam (BBA ’97) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSingapore \n\n\n\n\nJoin us in Singapore\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime: 6–8 p.m.SOS Bar Restaurant6 Marina Blvd#01-18/19 The Sail at Marina Bay Singapore 018985 \n\n\n\nHosted by Tim Yeo (BS ’10\, MS ’11) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWilmington\, DE \n\n\n\n\nJoin us in Wilmington\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime: 5:30–6:30 p.m.DE.CO Food Hall111 W 10th StreetWilmington\, DE 19801 \n\n\n\nHosted by Brandon Shields (MBA ’17) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInterested in hosting a future toast? Email kyadro@wisc.edu if you’re interested in hosting in your city next year.
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/125-global-toast/
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Alumni Networking,WSB 125
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SUMMARY:WSB in MPLS: 125 Years of Doing Business the Badger Way
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate WSB’s 125th anniversary in the Twin Cities\, where you’ll build community with local alumni across industries\, hear from school leadership and industry experts\, and honor WSB’s transformative legacy and bold vision for the future.  \n\n\n\nDuring this memorable event\, you’ll enjoy a cutting-edge presentation on artificial intelligence\, innovation\, and emerging technologies with Matt Seitz\, director of WSB’s AI Hub for Business. You’ll gain real-world insights and career-boosting takeaways for thriving in today’s AI-powered workplace. \n\n\n\nVallabh “Samba” Sambamurthy\, WSB’s Albert O. Nicholas Dean\, will also provide an inside look at how the school is embracing these new technologies\, deepening industry partnerships to drive student success\, and cultivating the next generation of leaders grounded in entrepreneurial thinking.  \n\n\n\nYou’ll also be welcomed by local alumni board members Tim Bratland (BBA ’89) and Farin Williams (MBA ’17).  \n\n\n\nDon’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to celebrate your alma mater’s proud milestone\, discover new ways to stay connected to WSB and the alumni community\, and embrace our bold Legacy in Motion. Reserve your spot today! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister now\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nNovember 13 | 5:30–8:30 p.m.Guthrie Theater \n\n\n\nAll UW–Madison alumni are welcome to attend this free event\, which includes complimentary hors d’oeuvres and beverages. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGuthrie Theater\n\n\n\nAmber Box and Dowling Studio818 2nd Street SouthMinneapolis\, MN 55415 \n\n\n\nView parking details here. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n\n5:30–6:30 p.m.Social hour with hors d’oeuvres and beverages \n\n\n\n6:30–7:30 p.m.Opening remarks from Dean SambaKeynote presentation with Matt SeitzSpecial anniversary toast \n\n\n\n7:30–8:30 p.m.Networking with beverages \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVallabh “Samba” Sambamurthy \n\n\n\nAlbert O. Nicholas Dean\, Wisconsin School of Business \n\n\n\nVallabh “Samba” Sambamurthy is the Albert O. Nicholas Dean of the Wisconsin School of Business. Prior to his current role\, Sambamurthy served as Eli Broad Professor and associate dean of the MBA and professional master’s programs at the Broad College of Business at Michigan State University. \n\n\n\nA leading expert on how businesses compete in the digital economy\, Sambamurthy’s work has been featured in leading academic journals. Several Fortune 500 firms have also engaged him as a consultant. Working with executive clients and academic colleagues in the U.S.\, China\, Taiwan\, Singapore\, India\, and Hong Kong\, he has focused on digital business transformations\, strategic alignment\, governance\, and innovation. \n\n\n\nSambamurthy received his PhD from the University of Minnesota\, his MBA from the Indian Institute of Management\, and his bachelor of engineering from the National Institute of Technology in Tiruchirappalli\, India. \n\n\n\nWhat Sambamurthy loves about WSB: “As dean\, I am continually inspired by the extraordinary people of WSB who have shaped an enduring 125-year legacy. United by a tradition of paying it forward\, I love how our community constantly seeks new ways to innovate and lead—laying the foundation for generations of trusted changemakers and ensuring our brightest days are ahead.” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMatt Seitz \n\n\n\nDirector\, AI Hub for Business\, Wisconsin School of Business \n\n\n\nMatt Seitz is a leader with a passion for driving growth through technology and artificial intelligence. A recognized thought leader in AI\, data analytics\, and digital transformation\, Seitz brings 30 years of experience helping organizations solve business challenges through technology. \n\n\n\nAs director of WSB’s AI Hub for Business\, Seitz leads initiatives to advance AI research while fostering industry partnerships and preparing students for AI leadership roles. He authors a widely read newsletter on AI\, ExplAIn it like I’m busy\, and regularly delivers keynote presentations on technology and AI for business.  \n\n\n\nDuring his tenure as director of performance for Google Retail\, Seitz helped top U.S. retailers leverage AI-powered advertising and analytics to drive growth. Seitz holds an MBA from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management and serves on the Kellogg Retail Analytics Council board. \n\n\n\nWhat Seitz loves about WSB: “Its earnestness and commitment to excellence\, especially as AI transforms business\, education\, and society faster than ever before. Leaders throughout the school are stepping up to embed AI in their classrooms\, research business implications\, and partner with industry on practical applications. And they’re doing it with UW’s signature earnestness and commitment to excellence.” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWSB in MPLS: 125 Years of Doing Business the Badger Way \n\n\n\n\nRegister now\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nNovember 13 | 5:30–8:30 p.m.Guthrie Theater
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/wsb-in-mpls-125-years-of-doing-business-the-badger-way/
CATEGORIES:Alumni,WSB 125
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SUMMARY:WSB in NYC: 125 Years of Doing Business the Badger Way
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate WSB’s 125th anniversary at the New York Stock Exchange in New York City\, where you’ll build community with local alumni across industries\, hear from school leadership and industry experts\, and honor WSB’s transformative legacy and bold vision for the future.  \n\n\n\nDuring this memorable event\, you’ll enjoy a cutting-edge presentation on artificial intelligence\, innovation\, and emerging technologies with Matt Seitz\, director of WSB’s AI Hub for Business. You’ll gain real-world insights and career-boosting takeaways for thriving in today’s AI-powered workplace. \n\n\n\nVallabh “Samba” Sambamurthy\, WSB’s Albert O. Nicholas Dean\, will also provide an inside look at how the school is embracing these new technologies\, deepening industry partnerships to drive student success\, and cultivating the next generation of leaders grounded in entrepreneurial thinking.  \n\n\n\nYou’ll also be welcomed by local alumni board members Cynthia Chu (BBA ’99)\, Jacob Erlichman (BBA ’19)\, and Chetan Peddada (BBA ’08). \n\n\n\nDon’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to celebrate your alma mater’s proud milestone\, discover new ways to stay connected to WSB and the alumni community\, and embrace our bold Legacy in Motion. Reserve your spot today! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOctober 22 | 6:00–9:00 p.m. EDTNew York Stock Exchange \n\n\n\nAll UW–Madison alumni are welcome to attend this free event\, which includes complimentary hors d’oeuvres and beverages. \n\n\n\nThe event is hosted by distinguished alum Jeffrey Sprecher (BS ’78)\, chair and CEO of Intercontinental Exchange and parent company of the New York Stock Exchange. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nNew York Stock Exchange\n\n\n\nFreedom Hall11 Wall St.New York\, NY 10005 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n\n6–7 p.m.Social hour with hors d’oeuvres and beverages \n\n\n\n7–8 p.m.Opening remarks from Dean SambaKeynote presentation with Matt SeitzSpecial anniversary toast \n\n\n\n8–9 p.m.Networking with beverages \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVallabh “Samba” Sambamurthy \n\n\n\nAlbert O. Nicholas Dean\, Wisconsin School of Business \n\n\n\nVallabh “Samba” Sambamurthy is the Albert O. Nicholas Dean of the Wisconsin School of Business. Prior to his current role\, Sambamurthy served as Eli Broad Professor and associate dean of the MBA and professional master’s programs at the Broad College of Business at Michigan State University. \n\n\n\nA leading expert on how businesses compete in the digital economy\, Sambamurthy’s work has been featured in leading academic journals. Several Fortune 500 firms have also engaged him as a consultant. Working with executive clients and academic colleagues in the U.S.\, China\, Taiwan\, Singapore\, India\, and Hong Kong\, he has focused on digital business transformations\, strategic alignment\, governance\, and innovation. \n\n\n\nSambamurthy received his PhD from the University of Minnesota\, his MBA from the Indian Institute of Management\, and his bachelor of engineering from the National Institute of Technology in Tiruchirappalli\, India. \n\n\n\nWhat Sambamurthy loves about WSB: “As dean\, I am continually inspired by the extraordinary people of WSB who have shaped an enduring 125-year legacy. United by a tradition of paying it forward\, I love how our community constantly seeks new ways to innovate and lead—laying the foundation for generations of trusted changemakers and ensuring our brightest days are ahead.” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMatt Seitz \n\n\n\nDirector\, AI Hub for Business\, Wisconsin School of Business \n\n\n\nMatt Seitz is a leader with a passion for driving growth through technology and artificial intelligence. A recognized thought leader in AI\, data analytics\, and digital transformation\, Seitz brings 30 years of experience helping organizations solve business challenges through technology. \n\n\n\nAs director of WSB’s AI Hub for Business\, Seitz leads initiatives to advance AI research while fostering industry partnerships and preparing students for AI leadership roles. He authors a widely read newsletter on AI\, ExplAIn it like I’m busy\, and regularly delivers keynote presentations on technology and AI for business.  \n\n\n\nDuring his tenure as director of performance for Google Retail\, Seitz helped top U.S. retailers leverage AI-powered advertising and analytics to drive growth. Seitz holds an MBA from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management and serves on the Kellogg Retail Analytics Council board. \n\n\n\nWhat Seitz loves about WSB: “Its earnestness and commitment to excellence\, especially as AI transforms business\, education\, and society faster than ever before. Leaders throughout the school are stepping up to embed AI in their classrooms\, research business implications\, and partner with industry on practical applications. And they’re doing it with UW’s signature earnestness and commitment to excellence.” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWSB in NYC: 125 Years of Doing Business the Badger Way \n\n\n\n\nRegister now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOctober 22 | 6:00–9:00 p.m. EDTNew York Stock Exchange
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/wsb-in-nyc-125-years-of-doing-business-the-badger-way/
CATEGORIES:Alumni,WSB 125
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SUMMARY:WSB in CHI: 125 Years of Doing Business the Badger Way
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate WSB’s 125th anniversary at University Club of Chicago\, where you’ll build community with local alumni across industries\, hear from school leadership and industry experts\, and honor WSB’s transformative legacy and bold vision for the future.  \n\n\n\nDuring this memorable event\, you’ll enjoy a cutting-edge presentation on artificial intelligence\, innovation\, and emerging technologies with Matt Seitz\, director of WSB’s AI Hub for Business. You’ll gain real-world insights and career-boosting takeaways for thriving in today’s AI-powered workplace. \n\n\n\nVallabh “Samba” Sambamurthy\, WSB’s Albert O. Nicholas Dean\, will also provide an inside look at how the school is embracing these new technologies\, deepening industry partnerships to drive student success\, and cultivating the next generation of leaders grounded in entrepreneurial thinking. \n\n\n\nYou’ll also be welcomed by local alumni board members Talicia Bashford (BBA ’04)\, Katie Lorenz (BBA ’12)\, and Cassie Warton (BBA ’19). \n\n\n\nDon’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to celebrate your alma mater’s proud milestone\, discover new ways to stay connected to WSB and the alumni community\, and embrace our bold Legacy in Motion. Reserve your spot today! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSeptember 17 | 6:00–9:00 p.m.University Club of Chicago \n\n\n\n\nRegister now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll UW–Madison alumni are welcome to attend this free event\, which includes complimentary hors d’oeuvres and two drink tickets per guest. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUniversity Club of Chicago\n\n\n\nMichigan Room (2nd Floor) \n\n\n\n76 East Monroe StreetChicago\, IL 60603 \n\n\n\nView parking details below \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n6–7 p.m. \n\n\n\nSocial hour with hors d’oeuvres and beverages \n\n\n\n7–8 p.m. \n\n\n\nOpening remarks from Dean Samba \n\n\n\nKeynote presentation with Matt Seitz \n\n\n\nSpecial anniversary toast \n\n\n\n8–9 p.m. \n\n\n\nNetworking with beverages \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDress Code \n\n\n\nAs set by the University Club house rules\, the dress code is as follows for private event spaces: traditional business or business casual attire. Shorts\, t-shirts\, athletic shoes or attire\, baseball caps\, and flip flops are not permitted. Collared shirts required for men. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVallabh “Samba” Sambamurthy\n\n\n\nAlbert O. Nicholas Dean\, Wisconsin School of Business \n\n\n\nVallabh “Samba” Sambamurthy is the Albert O. Nicholas Dean of the Wisconsin School of Business. Prior to his current role\, Sambamurthy served as Eli Broad Professor and associate dean of the MBA and professional master’s programs at the Broad College of Business at Michigan State University. \n\n\n\nA leading expert on how businesses compete in the digital economy\, Sambamurthy’s work has been featured in leading academic journals. Several Fortune 500 firms have also engaged him as a consultant. Working with executive clients and academic colleagues in the U.S.\, China\, Taiwan\, Singapore\, India\, and Hong Kong\, he has focused on digital business transformations\, strategic alignment\, governance\, and innovation. \n\n\n\nSambamurthy received his PhD from the University of Minnesota\, his MBA from the Indian Institute of Management\, and his bachelor of engineering from the National Institute of Technology in Tiruchirappalli\, India. \n\n\n\nWhat Sambamurthy loves about WSB: “As dean\, I am continually inspired by the extraordinary people of WSB who have shaped an enduring 125-year legacy. United by a tradition of paying it forward\, I love how our community constantly seeks new ways to innovate and lead—laying the foundation for generations of trusted changemakers and ensuring our brightest days are ahead.” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMatt Seitz\n\n\n\nDirector\, AI Hub for Business\, Wisconsin School of Business \n\n\n\nMatt Seitz is a leader with a passion for driving growth through technology and artificial intelligence. A recognized thought leader in AI\, data analytics\, and digital transformation\, Seitz brings 30 years of experience helping organizations solve business challenges through technology. \n\n\n\nAs director of WSB’s AI Hub for Business\, Seitz leads initiatives to advance AI research while fostering industry partnerships and preparing students for AI leadership roles. He authors a widely read newsletter on AI\, ExplAIn it like I’m busy\, and regularly delivers keynote presentations on technology and AI for business.  \n\n\n\nDuring his tenure as director of performance for Google Retail\, Seitz helped top U.S. retailers leverage AI-powered advertising and analytics to drive growth. Seitz holds an MBA from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management and serves on the Kellogg Retail Analytics Council board. \n\n\n\nWhat Seitz loves about WSB: “Its earnestness and commitment to excellence\, especially as AI transforms business\, education\, and society faster than ever before. Leaders throughout the school are stepping up to embed AI in their classrooms\, research business implications\, and partner with industry on practical applications. And they’re doing it with UW’s signature earnestness and commitment to excellence.” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWSB in CHI: 125 Years of Doing Business the Badger Way \n\n\n\n\nRegister now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSeptember 17 | 6:00–9:00 p.m.University Club of Chicago \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nParking Information\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nValet Parking (prices subject to change without notice) $40 per vehicle – for duration of event per day  \n\n\n\n55 East Monroe Self-Parking $25 per vehicle\, per 24 hours (validation stickers to be purchased at front desk) \n\n\n\nMillennium Garages Self-Parking (please call 312-616-0600 for information) \n\n\n\nGrant Park North Garage Entrance is on North Michigan Avenue between Monroe Street and Washington Street \n\n\n\nGrant Park South Garage Entrance is on North Michigan Avenue between Congress Parkway and Adams Street
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/wsb-in-chi-125-years-of-doing-business-the-badger-way/
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Alumni Networking,WSB 125
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SUMMARY:WSB in MKE: 125 Years of Doing Business the Badger Way
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate WSB’s 125th anniversary at the Harley-Davidson Museum in Milwaukee\, where you’ll build community with local alumni across industries\, hear from school leadership and industry experts\, and honor WSB’s transformative legacy and bold vision for the future.  \n\n\n\nDuring this memorable event\, you’ll enjoy a cutting-edge presentation on artificial intelligence\, innovation\, and entrepreneurship with Matt Seitz\, director of WSB’s AI Hub for Business\, and Jon Eckhardt\, WSB’s Pyle Bascom Professor in Business Leadership. \n\n\n\nYou’ll gain insights for thriving in today’s AI-powered workplace and get an inside look from Vallabh “Samba” Sambamurthy\, WSB’s Albert O. Nicholas Dean on how the school is embracing new technologies\, deepening industry partnerships to drive student success\, and cultivating the next generation of leaders grounded in entrepreneurial thinking. \n\n\n\nYou’ll also be welcomed by local alumni board members Kevin Gannon (BBA ’01)\, Nathan Radue (BA ’09\, MBA ’19)\, and Ellen Sexton (BBA ’96). \n\n\n\nDon’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to celebrate your alma mater’s proud milestone\, discover new ways to stay connected to WSB and the alumni community\, and embrace our bold Legacy in Motion. Reserve your spot today! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSeptember 16 | 5:30–8:30 p.m.Harley-Davidson Museum \n\n\n\n\nRegister now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll UW–Madison alumni are welcome to attend this free event\, which includes complimentary hors d’oeuvres and beverages. Event guests receive free admission to the museum on the day of the event during regular hours (10 a.m.–5 p.m.). To access the museum\, simply check in at the front desk before the event. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHarley-Davidson Museum \n\n\n\nRumble Room \n\n\n\n400 W Canal St. \n\n\n\nMilwaukee\, WI 53201 \n\n\n\nView parking details below \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n5:30–6:30 p.m. \n\n\n\nSocial hour with hors d’oeuvres and beverages \n\n\n\n6:30–7:30 p.m. \n\n\n\nOpening remarks from Dean Samba \n\n\n\nKeynote presentation with Jon Eckhardt and Matt Seitz \n\n\n\nSpecial anniversary toast \n\n\n\n7:30–8:30 p.m. \n\n\n\nNetworking with beverages \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJon Eckhardt\n\n\n\nPyle Bascom Professor in Business Leadership\, Wisconsin School of Business \n\n\n\nJon Eckhardt is the Pyle Bascom Professor in Business Leadership and a professor of management and human resources at the Wisconsin School of Business. An expert in entrepreneurship\, innovation\, and data analysis\, Eckhardt is also the special advisor for entrepreneurship to UW–Madison Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin.  \n\n\n\nEckhardt co-founded the Entrepreneurship Science Lab\, which combines data science with world-class entrepreneurs to improve university-driven entrepreneurship\, as well as gener8tor\, one of the top business accelerators in the United States. \n\n\n\nPrior to becoming a professor\, his experiences included analyzing fixed-income securities at Legg Mason Capital Management and Legg Mason Funds Advisor (now Franklin Templeton)\, and economic consulting. Eckhardt received his PhD in business (entrepreneurship) from the University of Maryland and an undergraduate degree in economics from Penn State University. \n\n\n\nWhat Eckhardt loves about WSB: “WSB is an exciting place to be a faculty member. We are part of a massive university that is excellent in so many domains\, and there is a spirit of collaboration amongst the faculty and staff that fuels important interdisciplinary projects. What makes this place special\, are the people in our community\, especially our students and alumni\, who help define\, push\, and develop our culture.” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVallabh “Samba” Sambamurthy\n\n\n\nAlbert O. Nicholas Dean\, Wisconsin School of Business \n\n\n\nVallabh “Samba” Sambamurthy is the Albert O. Nicholas Dean of the Wisconsin School of Business. Prior to his current role\, Sambamurthy served as Eli Broad Professor and associate dean of the MBA and professional master’s programs at the Broad College of Business at Michigan State University. \n\n\n\nA leading expert on how businesses compete in the digital economy\, Sambamurthy’s work has been featured in leading academic journals. Several Fortune 500 firms have also engaged him as a consultant. Working with executive clients and academic colleagues in the U.S.\, China\, Taiwan\, Singapore\, India\, and Hong Kong\, he has focused on digital business transformations\, strategic alignment\, governance\, and innovation. \n\n\n\nSambamurthy received his PhD from the University of Minnesota\, his MBA from the Indian Institute of Management\, and his bachelor of engineering from the National Institute of Technology in Tiruchirappalli\, India. \n\n\n\nWhat Sambamurthy loves about WSB: “As dean\, I am continually inspired by the extraordinary people of WSB who have shaped an enduring 125-year legacy. United by a tradition of paying it forward\, I love how our community constantly seeks new ways to innovate and lead—laying the foundation for generations of trusted changemakers and ensuring our brightest days are ahead.” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMatt Seitz\n\n\n\nDirector\, AI Hub for Business\, Wisconsin School of Business \n\n\n\nMatt Seitz is a leader with a passion for driving growth through technology and artificial intelligence. A recognized thought leader in AI\, data analytics\, and digital transformation\, Seitz brings 30 years of experience helping organizations solve business challenges through technology. \n\n\n\nAs director of WSB’s AI Hub for Business\, Seitz leads initiatives to advance AI research while fostering industry partnerships and preparing students for AI leadership roles. He authors a widely read newsletter on AI\, ExplAIn it like I’m busy\, and regularly delivers keynote presentations on technology and AI for business.  \n\n\n\nDuring his tenure as director of performance for Google Retail\, Seitz helped top U.S. retailers leverage AI-powered advertising and analytics to drive growth. Seitz holds an MBA from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management and serves on the Kellogg Retail Analytics Council board. \n\n\n\nWhat Seitz loves about WSB: “Its earnestness and commitment to excellence\, especially as AI transforms business\, education\, and society faster than ever before. Leaders throughout the school are stepping up to embed AI in their classrooms\, research business implications\, and partner with industry on practical applications. And they’re doing it with UW’s signature earnestness and commitment to excellence.” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWSB in MKE: 125 Years of Doing Business the Badger Way \n\n\n\n\nRegister now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSeptember 16 | 5:30–8:30 p.m.Harley-Davidson Museum \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nParking Information\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Harley‑Davidson Museum offers complimentary parking for up to 500 cars and 1\,000 motorcycles.  \n\n\n\nIf the Harley-Davidson Museum’s on-site lot is full\, several nearby paid lots are available within walking distance. Options typically range from $3–$10 per hour: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n305 W Oregon St. (0.6 miles)\n\n\n\n\n\n302 & 400 W St. Paul Ave. (0.7 miles)\n\n\n\n\n\n404 W St. Paul Ave. (“A Lot”)\n\n\n\n\n\n360 W St. Paul Ave. (Depot Lot)\n\n\n\n\n\n401 & 400 N 3rd St. (“B & C Lots”)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMany Milwaukee County Transit System routes (including\, 19\, 40U\, 80\, and 81) also stop right at the museum.
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/wsb-in-mke-125-years-of-doing-business-the-badger-way/
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Alumni Networking,WSB 125
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