For those of you who have RSVP’d for Thursday’s Leaders Reception,

Logistics: 

• Arrive at the Rosewood Hotel Georgia between 5:00 (no earlier) and 5:20. No later.
• This is a business formal event. Professional attire including an appropriate suit and a tie for the gentlemen.
• Wear your name tags. Bring your business cards, if you have them.

What to Expect: 

• There are over 100 business people who have RSVPd, from CEOs to VP, Directors and Senior Managers. There are many Sauder alumni on the list.
• Cocktail reception & networking from 5:30 (some guests arrive earlier) -6:30
• Speeches from 6:30-7:05
• Networking from 7:05-7:30

Best Practices: 

• Guests attend this event for a variety of reasons. It is an opportunity for you to practice your networking skills, meet successful, interesting people, and perhaps expand your network.
• No one should be asking for internships. Introduce yourself. Ask about their company, or their job. Tell them about you and what you want to do. Talk about relevant current events, or industry trends. Tell them about global immersion.
• Circulate.
• If you have had a good conversation, you can ask for permission to follow-up. Use your best judgement.
• We know this is out of the comfort zone for many of you. Our team will do our best to make introductions. Dive in. Be your best professional self.

This is a showcase event for the school, for the class and for you individually. Looking forward to it!