Upcoming Alumni Events

The Future of Environmental Protection: An Evening with Gina McCarthy & Janet McCabe

Join former National Climate Advisor and former EPA Administrator Gina McCarthy for a public address, followed by a moderated discussion with former EPA Deputy Administrator Janet McCabe. A reception will be held before the event, starting at 6pm.

Women-Owned Business Market

The Women-Owned Business Market features a variety of local vendors from the arts to wellness. This event is hosted in celebration of Womens History Month, to highlight local entrepreneurs and provide an opportunity for Wake Forest students, faculty, and staff to support and connect with women-owned businesses in Winston Salem. This market is a collaboration between the School of Business, Women’s Center, and WFUSB Inclusive Excellence. Vendor List

Secrest Series: Thomas Dunford, lute

Frenchman Thomas Dunford is a rising star of the European early music movement, and a dynamic and charismatic performer of Renaissance, Baroque, and modern music on the lute. BBC Music Magazine has written of him, Dunfords supple technique, combined with his passion for jazz, allows him to decorate and elaborate with improvisatory abandon, shedding new light on old favourites. He really plumbs the depths, too, of Dowlands melancholy blues style, proving himself to be an Eric Clapton of the lute.

Virtual – Webinar: Managing Imposter Syndrome

Ever wondered what imposter syndrome really is? Join us for a deep dive into its definition, the various types of imposter syndromes and the myths that surround it. Together we will learn common misconceptions including what it is and what it isnt. Walk away with practical strategies to recognize and manage it effectively going forward! Facilitated by Ericka Spradley, Associate Director for Market Readiness & Employment at the WFU School of Business. Open to School of Business alumni and students.

Virtual – The Coach Is In! March 31

School of Business alumni have continued access to career guidance and resources after graduation. Schedule a 45-minute appointment with a career coach for help with resume review, mock interview prep, job search strategies and more.

Executive Education – Leading Effective Change

To stay relevant, teams and organizations must continuously change and adapt to their ever evolving internal and external environments. This makes it imperative leaders understand and possess the skills to effectively lead change. Furthermore, it is also important that leaders know how to shape a learning culture to facilitate continuous adaptation and improvement. Leaders who can effectively lead change gain a competitive advantage for their teams and organizations. This 1-day program will provide the participant with the knowledge and tools to effectively plan and lead change and to shape a learning culture in their organization. Participants are encouraged to bring information (or challenge) regarding an on-going or future change effort in their teams or organizations. Participants can immediately apply the tools from this workshop to enhance change management efforts. Deadline to register: March 26, 2024

Virtual – The Coach Is In! April 10

School of Business alumni have continued access to career guidance and resources after graduation. Schedule a 45-minute appointment with a career coach for help with resume review, mock interview prep, job search strategies and more.

Hylton Lecture: Kim McCaslin (’93)

The Hylton Lecture Series in Accountancy was established in 1980 to honor Delmar P. Hylton, who started Wake Forests accountancy program in 1949 and helped build it into one of the top accounting programs in the nation. This year’s Hylton lecture will be presented by Kimberly McCaslin (’93), Partner and Head of the North America Portfolio Group at Bain Capital.

Atlanta – School of Business Alumni Happy Hour

School of Business alumni who live and work in the Atlanta area are invited to an informal networking event to expand their local black and gold network! Hosted by Atlanta area School of Business Alumni Council members, we invite you to wind-down with fellow Demon Deacons in a friendly neighborhood sports tavern. Your $10 registration fee includes two drink tickets [beer/wine] and appetizers. Drop-in anytime between 6:00 and 7:30 p.m. We look forward to connecting with you!

Virtual – The Coach Is In! April 22

School of Business alumni have continued access to career guidance and resources after graduation. Schedule a 45-minute appointment with a career coach for help with resume review, mock interview prep, job search strategies and more.

Virtual – Career Clinic: Power-Up Your LinkedIn Profile

LinkedIn is a powerful tool professionals use to stay informed on industry trends and news. It’s also a very helpful tool in a job search. If used properly, LinkedIn can work for you while you are not working. It can connect you with alumni, recruiters and jobs. Learn how to power up your LinkedIn profile and get this tool working for you by improving your personal brand in an impactful way. This virtual session, led by Sharron Vogler, Director of Alumni & MBA Career Development for the School of Business, is open to School of Business alumni.

Executive Education – Fundamentals of Effective Negotiation

From Preparation to Execution: Build Essential Skills for Effective, Value-Driven Negotiations. Fundamentals of Effective Negotiation is a one-day session designed to introduce you to the ABCs of negotiation and how to build a strong foundation of how to think about, prepare for, and execute negotiations in a variety of contexts (e.g., client negotiations). Through this session, you will gain greater understanding into the five fundamental questions you should ask before every negotiation to enhance your negotiating effectiveness. Additionally, you will explore different negotiating approaches, assess your own negotiation style, and learn how it may influence your negotiated outcomes. Finally, you will gain practice negotiating in both two-party and multi-party negotiations, much like the ones you might encounter with clients, coworkers, and/or supervisors. Through these experiences, you will gain a deeper understanding of how to negotiate both assertively and collaboratively in order to create greater value-adding agreements. Deadline for registration: April 22, 2025 Register Now