Agenda 2025
*SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE*
Early Professional / Pre-MBA Track
| Date | Tentative Time (EST) | Title | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/23/25 | 12pm EST- 12:20pm EST | Welcome Session | Get ready to connect, inspire, and grow! Join us for the Prospanica Virtual Opening Session, where you'll kick off a day of professional development and networking. This is your chance to meet fellow attendees, hear from inspiring leaders, and set the stage for a day of impactful insights and connections. Log on, say hello, and let's start this journey together! |
| 10/23/25 | 12:30pm EST - 1:20pm EST | Invest Wisely: Find the Right Business Graduate School & Program for You | Graduate school is a major investment—of time, money, and potential. This session helps prospective students identify the programs that align with their professional goals, values, and financial reality. Learn how to evaluate program formats, curriculum, alumni networks, and support systems to make an informed decision. Gain tools to compare schools beyond rankings and discover how to assess ROI and fit based on your unique goals. Whether you’re exploring full-time MBAs, part-time, or specialized master’s programs, this session equips you to choose a program that builds your future with purpose and clarity. |
| 10/23/25 | 1:30pm EST - 2:20pm EST | Setting Yourself Up for Success in Application Season | Business school application season can feel overwhelming—but with the right plan, you can position yourself for success. This session covers how to craft a compelling story, secure strong letters of recommendation, and stand out in essays and interviews. Attendees will learn how to align their career vision with school values, how to tackle common challenges faced by first-generation applicants, and how to avoid common pitfalls. Whether you're just getting started or refining your materials, you'll leave this session with actionable steps and renewed confidence. |
| 10/23/25 | 2:30pm EST - 3:00pm EST | Lunch | Lunch |
| 10/23/25 | 3:00pm EST - 3:50pm EST | Behind the MBA Curtain: Navigating the Realities of Business School | What’s it really like to be in business school? This honest session pulls back the curtain on the MBA experience, featuring current students and recent grads who share the highs, lows, and surprises of business school life. From navigating group projects and recruiting pressures to managing mental health and imposter syndrome, we explore what students wish they had known. Whether you’re applying or already admitted, this session will give you the real talk you need to make the most of your journey. |
| 10/23/25 | 5:00pm EST -5:15pm EST | Closing | We've covered so much ground today—from game-changing speakers to incredible new connections. Now, it's time to bring it all together. Join us for our virtual closing session as we recap a day full of insights, celebrate our shared progress, and prepare to carry this momentum forward. This is your chance to reflect on everything you've learned and get inspired for the virtual career fair tomorrow. |
Graduate Student Track
| Date | Tentative Time (EST) | Title | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/23/25 | 12:30pm EST - 1:20pm EST | Zillow Session | Join small-group charlas (chats) with industry professionals for honest, direct conversations about the realities of different career paths. These interactive sessions give you space to ask questions, explore emerging trends, and understand what it's like to work in fields like finance, tech, marketing, consulting, healthcare, and more. Whether you're exploring options or preparing to make your next move, Industry Charlas offer insights and career navigation tips from current professionals in the industry. |
| 10/23/25 | 1:30pm EST - 2:20pm EST | The Art of Influence | Have you ever felt that others are not listening to your ideas or seem resistant to your proposals? In this course we will discuss why this happens, the conditions that make it most challenging, and how to gain the engagement you are looking for. You will learn various techniques for ethically influencing others towards better outcomes. |
| 10/23/25 | 2:30pm EST - 3:00pm EST | Lunch | Lunch |
| 10/23/25 | 3:00pm EST - 3:50pm EST | Career Compass: Mapping Your Journey Beyond Your Strategic Pivot | Career pivots require vision, courage, and a map. This session guides professionals who are making or considering a career change—whether to a new industry, role, or entrepreneurial path. Learn how to identify transferable skills, reframe your story, and make intentional moves toward long-term goals. Featuring stories from professionals who’ve navigated bold transitions, this session provides clarity, encouragement, and tools to help you pivot with purpose—not panic. |
| 10/23/25 | 4:00pm EST - 4:50pm EST | Industry Charlas: Careers and Trends in Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) | Join small-group charlas (chats) with industry professionals for honest, direct conversations about the realities of different career paths. These interactive sessions give you space to ask questions, explore emerging trends, and understand what it's like to work in fields like finance, tech, marketing, consulting, healthcare, and more. Whether you're exploring options or preparing to make your next move, Industry Charlas offer insights and career navigation tips from current professionals in the industry. |
Experienced Professional / General Membership Track
| Date | Tentative Time (EST) | Title | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/23/25 | 12:30pm EST - 1:20pm EST | Breaking Free from Operational Mindsets: Embracing Strategic Leadership | Too often, professionals become stuck in execution-mode, rarely getting the opportunity to step into strategy. This session challenges attendees to shift from tactical thinking to strategic leadership. Learn how to anticipate challenges, align decisions with long-term goals, and influence change beyond your direct responsibilities. With real-world examples and frameworks from executive leaders, this session will help you think like a strategist—even before you hold the title. Ideal for professionals ready to expand their leadership impact and reframe how they add value within their organization. |
| 10/23/25 | 2:30pm EST - 3:00pm EST | Latinos, The Growing Financial Force in America | Latinos are one of the fastest-growing economic forces in the United States, driving entrepreneurship, homeownership, and wealth creation at unprecedented rates. This session, sponsored and presented by Thrivent Financial, explores the evolving financial landscape of the Latino community—highlighting key trends, opportunities, and strategies for sustained growth. From increasing investment participation to rising small business ownership, we’ll discuss how Latinos are reshaping the future of financial success in America. Learn how our community is building generational wealth, navigating financial systems with confidence, and leveraging our cultural strengths to thrive in a complex economy. Whether you're just beginning your financial journey or ready to level up, this session will equip you with practical insights and tools to secure your financial future! |
| 10/23/25 | 2:30pm EST - 3:00pm EST | Lunch | Lunch |
| 10/23/25 | 3:00pm EST - 3:50pm EST | Advancing People-First Practices in Corporate America | As workplaces evolve, so must our approach to equity. This talk explores what the next chapter of equity work looks like in corporate America—from shifting employee expectations to the growing demand for measurable impact. We’ll examine how organizations can move beyond performative gestures toward sustainable, system-level change, and what leaders must do to embed equity into the DNA of their business. Attendees will gain insights into emerging trends, potential pitfalls, and strategies to drive meaningful progress. Whether you’re an executive or an equity practitioner, this session offers a forward-looking roadmap for action. |
| 10/23/25 | 4:00pm EST - 4:50pm EST | AI Ethics in Leadership | As artificial intelligence rapidly reshapes organizations, leaders must navigate not only technological possibilities but also the ethical challenges they present. This session explores the critical role of ethical guardrails in guiding responsible AI adoption, ensuring fairness, accountability, and transparency. Equally important, we highlight the value of heightened emotional intelligence in leadership—enabling leaders to build trust, foster inclusion, and make balanced decisions in times of uncertainty. Participants will gain insights into aligning AI strategies with organizational values while cultivating the emotional awareness needed to lead ethically in a digital future. |
Career Fair
| Date | Tentative Time (EST) | Title | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/24/25 | 12:00pm EST - 12:30pm EST | Career Fair Welcome | Welcome, everyone! It's time to take control of your career journey. Join us for the Prospanica Virtual Career Fair, where you'll have the power to connect with top employers, explore exclusive job openings, and interview with recruiters who are ready to hire. This is your chance to expand your network, gain valuable insights, and find your next big opportunity. Log in and get ready to shine! |
| 10/24/25 | 12:00pm EST- 12:30pm EST | Corporate Networking Kick Off | This is your exclusive chance to get a head start on the upcoming career fair. Connect directly with representatives from top companies, learn about their company culture, and discover career opportunities. This isn't just a meet-and-greet; it's a valuable opportunity to build relationships and gain insights that will give you a competitive edge. |
| 10/24/25 | 12:30am EST - 5:00pm EST | Career Fair Open | Career Fair Open |
| 10/24/25 | 4:00pm EST -5:15pm EST | Closing | And just like that, our virtual career fair is coming to a close! Thank you for joining us today and for taking a huge step forward in your career journey. As you reflect on all the incredible opportunities and advice you've received, remember to follow up with the recruiters and company representatives you met, update your resume and LinkedIn with the new skills and insights you've gained, and apply for the jobs that sparked your interest! We hope you leave feeling inspired and confident about your next professional move. We can't wait to see where your career takes you. |
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