CASE Events
| Event | Date/Time | Audience | Location |
| Education Reform: Broad Residency / Education Pioneers Lunch & Learn Event | Monday, November 10, 12:45-1:45pm | Duke MBA Students | Fuqua School of Business - Esbenshade |
| "Making Sustainability Work: Best Practices in Managing and Measuring Corporate Social, Environmental, and Economic Impacts" with Dr. Marc Epstein | Tues., November 11, 6:30 -7:30pm | Duke students, faculty, staff, and the public (RSVP) | Fuqua School of Business - McClendon |
| CASE Brownbag: Driving Success in Microfinance and Microenterprises | Wednesday, November 12, 11:45am -1:00pm |
Duke Community (RSVP) | Fuqua School of Business - DeSanctis Seminar Room |
| The Lilly Multi-Drug Resistant Tuberculosis Partnership: A Case Study | Wednesday, November 12, 12:45 - 1:45pm |
Duke MBA Students | Fuqua School of Business - Lilly Classroom |
| Echoing Green Information Session | Wednesday, November 12, 3:00 - 4:00pm |
Duke Students | Fuqua School of Business - Davis Meeting Room |
| Corporate Social Responsibility at AMEX | Wednesday, November 12, 4:30 - 5:30pm |
Duke MBA Students | Fuqua School of Business - TBD |
| 2008 Net Impact Annual Conference | November 13-15, 2008 | MBA Students and Professionals | Wharton School of Business, Philadelphia, PA |
| Entrepreneurship Week at Duke - Fuqua and Law Day | Wednesday, November 19, 2008 | Duke students, faculty, staff, and the public | Fuqua School of Business, TBA |
| 2009 Annual Fuqua Footprints Conference | Wednesday, February 18, 2009 | Duke students, faculty, staff, and the public | Fuqua School of Business |
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CASE Annual Leadership in Social Entrepreneurship Award & Lecture
Each year CASE recognizes an individual who has made significant contributions to the field of social entrepreneurship, bringing social entrepreneurship leaders from around the world to Fuqua each spring.
CASE Enterprising Social Innovation Award & Lecture
In 2008, CASE is launching an award to recognize an individual, organization, or company whose innovations blend methods from the worlds of business and philanthropy to create sustainable social value with the potential for large-scale impact.
CASE Speaking Engagements
Discover where CASE faculty and staff will be and have been presenting on topics related to social entrepreneurship.
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Learn more about the types of events CASE hosts through the year and the speakers we attract by checking out our event archives. Includes links to videos when available.
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DETAILS ON SELECTED EVENTS ABOVE:
Education Reform: Broad Residency / Education Pioneers Lunch & Learn Event
When: Monday, November 10, 12:45 - 1:45pm
Where: The Fuqua School of Business – Esbenshade, Breeden Hall
Audience: Duke MBA students
More Information: By the end of this year 1.1 million children will have dropped out of high school. Are you seeking a career that allows your graduate degree to make an impact? Come learn about 1st and 2nd year career opportunities in the education industry from the people making a difference in education. This session will be led by Amy Shea, Assistant Director of Recruitment at The Broad Residency and Jackie Hanselmann, Manager of National Recruiting for Education Pioneers. Food will be provided!! Email holly.maddox@duke.edu or john.troy@duke.edu if you'd like more information.
The Broad Residency in Urban Education, a nationwide leadership development program, immediately places participants in full-time managerial positions in urban school systems while providing professional development and networking opportunities. Broad Residents are not required to have experience in the education industry and receive starting salaries of $85-$95K. Education Pioneers is a ten-week summer fellowship where talented graduate students intern with effective schools, districts, and education organizations and train under existing education leaders. Education Pioneers has a strong portfolio of Partner organizations in the Bay Area, Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York City, and Washington, D.C. Over the course of the summer, Fellows work on challenging projects to gain practical experience and convene as a cohort for five training sessions, two retreats, and regular networking events.
"Making Sustainability Work: Best Practices in Managing and Measuring Corporate Social, Environmental, and Economic Impacts" with Dr. Marc Epstein
When: Tuesday, November 11, 6:30-7:30pm
Where: The Fuqua School of Business – McClendon (driving directions & building map)
Audience: Duke students, faculty, staff, and the public (RSVP appreciated)
More Information: Dr. Marc Epstein will present lessons learned in his latest book, Making Sustainability Work: Best Practices in Managing and Measuring Corporate Social, Environmental, and Economic Impacts. Join us as Dr. Epstein presents managerial best practices in managing and measuring corporate social, environmental, and economic impacts. Making Sustainability Work is based on the latest in both academic research and the practices of over 100 leading global companies that are used as examples. Hear from the author about how leading companies develop strategies, systems, and measures to help managers simultaneously manage social and financial objectives and performance. In addition to authoring and co-authoring 18 books including Counting What Counts: Turning Corporate Accountability to Competitive Advantage, Marc Epstein is a Distinguished Research Professor of Management at Jones Graduate School of Management at Rice University.
This event is sponsored by CASE and the Corporate Sustainability Initiative (CSI), a joint initiative of the Duke Fuqua School of Business, The Duke Nicholas School for the Environment, and the Nicholas Institute. This event is free and open to the public. A book signing will follow Dr. Epstein's talk starting at approximately 7:30pm for those who wish to bring books. More information. RSVP to this presentation is appreciated.
CASE Brownbag: Driving Success in Microfinance and Microenterprises
When: Wednesday, November 12, 11:45am - 1:00pm
Where: The Fuqua School of Business – DeSanctis Seminar Room
Audience: Duke community (RSVP appreciated)
More Information: Bring your lunch and join Dr. Marc Epstein, Distinguished Research Professor of Management at Jones Graduate School of Management at Rice University for a discussion about how to improve the effectiveness of microenterprises and microfinance in developing countries. Dr. Epstein's work focuses on how microfinance can improve the lives of the poor through improving the business success of the borrowers. The clients do need access to financial services (lending, savings, and insurance) but they also need additional training, guidance, and support that can most effectively be delivered by the microfinance institutions. Based on the development of training, extensive research and practical experience in many countries in Central America and Africa, this discussion will focus on how being client focused can improve the social and financial impacts on the clients and also improve the financial success of the microfinance institution. Please RSVP if you plan to attend this brownbag session.
The Lilly Multi-Drug Resistant Tuberculosis Partnership: A Case Study
The Intercept between Business Strategy and Corporate Social Responsibility
When: Wednesday, November 12th, 12:30-1:30pm
Where: Fuqua School of Business - Lilly Classroom
Audience: Duke MBA students
More Information: Visiting speaker Dr. Patrizia Carlevaro, head of the Lilly MDR-TB Partnership, will speak about Corporate Social Responsibility and the challenges of implementing a global health initiative. This will be a case-driven discussion, with ample opportunities to ask questions and and share your thoughts on CSR. The Lilly MDR-TB Partnership exists to save lives by preventing and treating multi-drug resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB) - a terrible disease that afflicts millions of people in some of the poorest regions of the world. The partnership takes an innovative approach, drawing on a large group of public and private organizations to bring a comprehensive range of resources, expertise, and services to bear against MDR-TB - in ways that are tailored to local circumstances and needs on the ground. Lunch will be provided.
Please RSVP to regina.myers@duke.edu.
Echoing Green Information Session
When: Wednesday, November 12th, 3:00-4:00pm
Where: Fuqua School of Business – Davis Meeting Room
Audience: Duke Students
More Information: Echoing Green invests in and supports outstanding emerging social entrepreneurs to launch new organizations that deliver bold, high-impact solutions and accelerate social change. Through a two-year fellowship program, they help their network of fellows develop new solutions to society’s most difficult problems. These social entrepreneurs and their organizations work to solve deeply-rooted social, environmental, economic, and political inequities to ensure equal access and to help all individuals reach their potential. To date, Echoing Green has invested $27 million in seed funding to over 450 social entrepreneurs and their innovative organizations. Come learn about Echoing Green and their Fellows program from Heather McGrew, Vice President.
Corporate Social Responsibility at AMEX
When: Wednesday, November 12th, 4:30-5:30pm
Where: Fuqua School of Business - TBD
Audience: Duke MBA students
More Information: Hear from the VP of Corporate Social Responsibility at AMEX about the opportunities and challenges of CSR. More details to come. This event is sponsored by the Fuqua General Management Club and the Duke MBA Net Impact Club.
2008 Net Impact Annual Conference
When: November
13-15, 2008
Where: Wharton School of Business - Philadelphia, PA
Audience: MBA Students and Professionals
More Information: Throughout history, breakthrough ideas have disrupted the status quo and revolutionized the world. What are the next breakthroughs that will improve our world and create advantages today for sustainability tomorrow? This November, at the 2008 Net Impact Conference, more than 1,800 graduate business students and professionals will come together to discuss a vast array of innovative ideas that will create social and environmental value for our future. See more details and register now at the conference
website.
Entrepreneurship Week at Duke - Fuqua and Law Day
When: Wednesday, November 19, Times TBA
Where: Fuqua School of Business - TBA
Audience: Duke students, staff, faculty
More Information: Entrepreneurship Week at Duke University's purpose is to inspire Duke University students. Keyontes and panels this day will address the question: "How do your professional skills apply in the startup world?" Topics will range from IT and legal issues to health and sustainability. Hear from those that have come before you, and see how they used those same skillsets (or why they wish they had gone to school). No prior knowledge of entrepreneurship is expected - just have an open mind! More details on panels will be announced. Check the Fuqua Day agenda for updates.
Events this day are part of a week-long series of events: Entrepreneurship Week at Duke University. Hosted by: Center for the Advancement of Social Entrepreneurship, and The Duke MBA Net Impact Club, For more information about Entrepreneurship week, click here.
2009 Annual Fuqua Footprints Conference
When: Wednesday, February 18, 2009 - 9:00am - 5:00pm (times tentative)
Where: Fuqua School of Business (driving directions)
Audience: Duke students, faculty, staff, and the public
More Information: SAVE THE DATE! More details to come.
PAST EVENTS, 2008-2009:
CASE Information Session
When: Thursday, August 14, 3:00 - 3:45pm
Where: Fuqua School of Business, Classroom E
Audience: Fuqua Students (intended especially for First Year Students)
More Information: Are you interested in making a difference in the world? Do you have an interest in using your business skills to address complex social issues such as poverty, global health, or education? If so, you should come to learn about the programs CASE has to offer during your tenure at Fuqua. Hear from CASE staff about the courses and programs offered by CASE and discover how you can enhance your MBA experience and develop a passion for making the world a better place. There will be a 20 minute presentation at the start, followed by ample time for you to ask questions. We hope you will join us.
Duke MBA Day in Durham 2008
When: Saturday, August 23, 200, 11:30am - 4:00pm (check-in starts at 11am)
Where: Fuqua School of Business, Duke University and Durham Community
Audience: Fuqua Students
More Information: Every year, CASE and Net Impact, in partnership with the Duke-Durham Neighborhood Partnership organize an event to introduce Fuqua students to the Durham community. The goal of the event is to whet the students’ appetites for getting involved in the Durham community during their two years at Fuqua, for seeing first hand the relevance of their MBA training and skills when tackling social problems, and for embarking upon careers in business with an understanding of and commitment to responsible business and community leadership. For more information about Day in Durham, visit www.dukembadayindurham.org.
Fuqua’s
“At Bat For Habitat” Evening at the Durham Bulls
When: Friday,
August 29, Gates open at 6pm; Game at 7pm
Where: Durham
Bulls Park Durham, NC
Audience: Fuqua students, staff, faculty, families and
friends
More Information: Take yourself out to the ball park! The goal of the At Bat for Habitat
fundraiser is to raise $50,000 to sponsor students from the Fuqua School
of Business in their efforts to build a “House that Fuqua Built” in
partnership with the Durham Chapter of Habitat for Humanity. The evening
promises to be worthwhile, memorable and fun, so come on out. This year, come watch the Durham Bulls take on the Charlotte Knights.
Habitat Level tickets are now available for purchase here (select “Habitat” under ticket type).
Tickets are sold at a "Habitat rate" -- $10 versus the normal $7; all proceeds will go to support Habitat and the House. Contact Jessica Asrican for additional details.
CASE & CEI
Welcome Reception
When: Wednesday, September 3, 5:30-7:00 PM, Brief remarks at 6:15 PM
Where: The Fuqua School of Business, Rooftop Terrace (in Breeden Hall)
Audience: Students,
partners, faculty and staff interested in learning more about CASE and CEI
More Information: We invite all Fuqua students, partners, faculty and staff interested in learning more about CASE and the Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation (CEI) to attend this kick-off event for the year. Come socialize with faculty and staff from each center and meet like-minded students. Come any time for some good food, good drinks, and good company! There will be brief comments by CASE and CEI faculty and staff at approximately 6:15pm. RSVP is not required to attend, but is appreciated to aid in our planning. We hope you will join us!
NOTE: There will also be a CEI Information Session preceding this event from 4:30pm - 5:30pm in the Davis Room (just off the Roof Terrace) led by Professor David Robinson and open to all. This session will provide additional information from the first info session in August. Come hear about the fun exciting things that CEI has cooking in conjunction with the Entrepreneurship and Venture Capital Club. Learn about course offerings, the latest research, the new Business Plan Review Series, where you get to play the role of an investor and analyze several startup companies.
Fuqua
on Board Information Sessions
When/Where: Monday, Aug 25th, 10:00am OR 3:00pm, Classroom E; Wednesday, Sept 10th, 4:00pm OR 4:45pm, McClendon; OR Thursday, Sept 18, 1:00pm, Jenkins.
Audience: Duke MBA students interested in the Fuqua on Board program
More Information: Come learn about how to get involved in the Fuqua on Board program, which matches Duke MBA students with Durham area nonprofits to serve as non-voting board members during the academic year. Over the course of a seven-month apprenticeship, pairs of student volunteers work closely with a board mentor, participate regularly in board meetings and attend relevant committee meetings. Students serve as "board associates," gaining valuable insight into the governance and inner workings of nonprofit organizations while providing the nonprofits with fresh perspectives and critical business skills. To learn more about this CASE sponsored program, please visit the Fuqua on Board page of our website.
Net
Impact Club Kickoff
When: Monday, September 8, 6:30pm OR 7:15PM
Where:The Fuqua School of Business - Dansby
Audience: Interested Fuqua Students
More Information: This is an opportunity for members of the Class of 2010 to learn more and get involved with the Net Impact Club, a community of 250-plus thoughtful leaders that employs business skills to benefit society through
entrepreneurship, advocacy and community engagement. Attendees will have an opportunity to meet second year cabinet members and learn more about leadership opportunities within the club. Come to either one of the sessions scheduled: both will present the same information.
BEYOND CASE: "Just Good Business: Aligning Corporate Responsibility and Brand"
CSE Speaker: Kellie McElhaney
When: Thursday, September 11, 5:30pm-7:00pm
Where: Koury Auditorium, UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School
More information: Kellie McElhaney is the John C. Whitehead Faculty Fellow of Corporate Responsibility and Executive Director of the Center for Responsible Business at the Haas School of Business, University of California, Berkeley. A leading scholar and consultant to Fortune 500 businesses on corporate social responsibility (CSR), Dr. McElhaney will discuss how CSR can help companies build customer and employee loyalty, and stand out in a crowded marketplace, when aligned with a company's overall corporate strategy, business objectives, and core competencies. Hosted by the Center for Sustainable Enterprise at UNC's Kenan-Flagler Business School. This event is free and open to the public. Free parking will be available in the business deck. To attend, please RSVP to: cse@unc.edu. Details at www.cse.unc.edu
Career Workshop: Intro to Social Sector Careers & Speed Networking
When: Friday, September 12, 4:00 – 5:30pm (includes 2 sessions with networking between)
Where: The Fuqua School of Business, Classroom G
Audience: Fuqua Students
More Information: Are you considering a career in the social sector? Come learn about the social sector, the social sector job search process, and the resources available within NetImpact, the Career Management Center, and CASE to support your internship search. We will have two sessions – one for students who are new to the social sector (4-4:45pm) and one for those who have experience in the social sector (5:15-6:00pm). In between sessions, we will also provide the opportunity to meet like-minded classmates and to interact with second years with experience in the social sector. The workshops will be led by Matt Nash (CASE) and Mary Beck Sutton (CMC).
Career Session: More than Money, with Mark Albion
When: Tuesday, September 16, 4:15 - 6:15pm
Where: The Fuqua School of Business, HCA
Audience: Fuqua SECOND YEAR Students only
More Information: To kick off the year right, the CMC and CASE are hosting a special event. This event is highly recommend for second year Fuqua students as an inspiring and informative session to think seriously about the direction you want your career search to take in the coming year. Mark Albion, former Harvard Business School professor and co-founder of Net Impact will be at Fuqua on September 16 to talk with second-year students about his new book, More Than Money: Questions Every MBA Needs to Answer. The session, held from 4:15 - 6:15 pm in the HCA Classroom, will focus on four questions and twelve principles to help MBAs develop a career, or "destiny," plan and lead a more fulfilling life. This event is sponsored by CASE and The Duke MBA Career Management Center. Please sign up through CareerCompass.
Triangle-Wide Net Impact Happy Hour
When: Tuesday, September 16, 6:30 – 8:30pm
Where: Champps, Southpoint Mall, Durham
Audience: All members of local Net Impact chapters or MBAs interested in learning about Net Impact.
More Information: Interested in corporate social responsibility, social entrepreneurship, and/or sustainable business? Join the local chapters of Net Impact for a jointly sponsored networking happy hour featuring special guest, Mark Albion, author of More than Money: Questions Every MBA Needs to Answer and Making a Life, Making a Living: Reclaiming Your Purpose and Passion in Business and in Life. This is a chance to connect with local business professionals and graduate students who are interested in responsible business, find out what Net Impact is all about, learn about the chapters' upcoming events and activities, and expand your network. Hosted by Triangle Net Impact (professional chapter), Duke Net Impact Club
BEYOND CASE: "Doing Good and Doing Harm: the Paradox of Humanitarian Aid"
The 2008 Kenan Distinguished Lecture in Ethics
When: Thursday September 18,
5:00 PM (seating available at 4:30 pm)
Where: Duke Sanford Institute of Public Policy, Fleishman Commons
Audience: Open to the Public
More Information: This Lecture is convened by Kenan and co-sponsored by COLE, The Office of the Provost, Office of the President, and various Duke Departments and Centers. The annual Kenan Distinguished Lecture in Ethics brings a distinguished speaker to campus to address moral issues of broad social and cultural significance. Fiona Terry, humanitarian aid worker and Award-winning author, will discuss her analysis of the ethical dimensions of the humanitarian aid system, drawing both on her book Condemned to Repeat? and her recent work in Myanmar and the Sudan. The lecture will be followed by a reception. Sponsored by The Fuqua/Coach K Center on Leadership & Ethics (COLE) & The Kenan Institute for Ethics at Duke University.
This event is free and open to the public.
BEYOND CASE: "Hot, Flat, and Crowded: Why We need a Green Revolution and How It Can Renew America"
Duke Speaker: Thomas Friedman
When: Monday, September 22, 5:30 - 7:00 pm
Where: Duke Page Auditorium
More Information: New York Times columnist and Pulitzer-Prize winning author Thomas Friedman delivers the 2008 Terry Sanford Distinguished Lecture. Friedman will discuss his new book on clean energy technology breakthroughs needed to address the energy and climate crisis and how America can be a leader in the "Green Revolution." Hosted by the Duke Sanford Institute of Public Policy. More information at: http://www.pubpol.duke.edu/news/events.php
Nonprofit Consulting Panel (a session of the Duke Consulting Club Symposium)
When: Wednesday, September 24, 3:30-4:30pm
Where:The Fuqua School of Business -TBD
Audience: Fuqua Students
More Information: This panel discussion will feature nonprofit consultants and alumni from Social Symmetry, the Casey Strategy Consulting Group and more. This panel is a part of the larger event, the MBA Consulting Club’s Annual Symposium with events that day from 12:00 – 6:00pm. See www.fuquaconsulting.com for more information.
Career Workshop: Social Sector Job Search Tactics
When: Friday, September 26, 5:00 – 6:00pm
Where:The Fuqua School of Business - Class of 2008 Classroom
Audience: Fuqua Students
More Information: Are you considering a career in the social sector, CSR, sustainability, or with socially conscious companies? Come learn about the internship search process and the resources available within NetImpact, the Career Management Center, and CASE to support your internship search. We will pay particular attention to what is different about conducting an "off-campus" search. This session will build on the earlier presentation (9/14) and will focus on how to conduct informational interviews, write cover letter, and develop a resume tailored to the social sector. We will also discuss other job search tactics. The workshops will be led by Matt Nash (CASE) and Mary Beck Sutton (CMC).
World Learning: Careers in International Development
When: Tuesday, October 7, 4:30 – 5:45pm
Where: The Fuqua School of Business – Connally Classroom
Audience: All Duke University Students
More Information: Come learn about opportunities in International Development from the executives from World Learning, a nonprofit organization working in over 20 countries with community partners to design and implement development programs that address some of the main obstacles to human development, such as the spread of HIV/AIDS, the marginalization of children, the global education crisis, and the widespread need for government accountability and an active civil society. World Learning seeks local solutions to global problems through community projects, capacity building services, and visitor exchange programs. You will hear from Mark Viso, Senior Vice President for International Development at World Learning. Adam Weinberg, Executive Vice President and Provost of the World Learning and School for International Training and Dr. Jose Alvarez of the SIT Study Abroad program will also be attending.
Brown Bag Info Session: Development in Belize – An Opportunity for Social Entrepreneurship
When: Thursday, October 9, 12:45 – 1:30pm
Where: The Fuqua School of Business – Conference Room 14
Audience: Fuqua Students
More Information: This will be an information session brown bag led by Professor Arlie Petters to present an opportunity for a potential independent study project that would advance entrepreneurship in Belize. Bring your lunch and find out if it's the right fit for you.
Info Session: The 2009 Duke (Summer in Geneva) Program on Global Policy and Governance and Global Health Fellows Program
When: Monday, October 13, 12:45 – 1:15pm
Where: Fuqua School of Business – Jenkins Conference Room
Audience: MBA Students
More information: If you are interested in a career in international affairs and global policy, come to this brief information session to learn more about these exceptional opportunities for experiential learning via intensive courses and summer internships in Geneva, an essential destination for students interested in global affairs. You will have the opportunity to hear program coordinators talk about the application process, program highlights, and tips for making the most out of the summer. The Global Policy and Governance Program features three tracks: International Humanitarian Issues; Global Economic Governance and Trade; and, Environment and Sustainable Development. There is also a one week course on "Health Policy in Globalizing World." Additional information about the program can be found at: www.pubpol.duke.edu/geneva
CSR Career Teleconference
When: Tuesday, October 14, 4:30 – 5:45pm
Where: The Fuqua School of Business – Dansby Classroom (note room change)
Audience: Fuqua Students (RSVP)
More Information: Are you considering whether to seek an internship or full time position in the field of corporate social responsibility (CSR)? Join us for an overview of job opportunities in this growing field. We have arranged for CSR career counselor Ellen Weinreb to lead the teleconference and answer your questions. As a Net Impact-endorsed career coach, Ellen has more than 10 years of experience in CSR consulting and career counseling. Her clients have included Levi Strauss, Hewlett Packard, Sears Holdings, Nike, and L.L.Bean. If you are interested in taking part in this conference call, please RSVP as soon as possible.
Acumen Fund Fellows Information Session
When: Thursday, October 16, 12:00 - 1:15pm
Where: The Fuqua School of Business – Seminar Room G
Audience: Duke MBA students and other Duke graduate students (All Must RSVP)
More Information: Come hear about this terrific opportunity to impact social change. Each year, the Acumen Fund Fellows Program provides extraordinary young professionals with a unique opportunity to use their skills to effect real social change with portfolio organizations in Kenya, Tanzania, South Africa, India and Pakistan, and to build lasting relationships with other like-minded individuals. Learn about Acumen's current projects and the Fellows Program from Adrien Couton, Acumen's Water Portfolio Manager in New York. PLEASE NOTE: THE APPLICATION DEADLINE FOR THE FELLOWS PROGRAM OCTOBER 20. All must RSVP online to attend this information session.
Note: If you cannot attend this session at Fuqua, there will be another information session with Adrien at the Duke Sanford Institute of Public Policy (Room 03) on Wed, October 15, 6:30-7:30pm: information and RSVP to Elizabeth Gill (gillek@duke.edu).
Community Wealth Ventures: Careers in Nonprofit Consulting
When: Friday, October 17, 12:45 - 1:45pm
Where: The Fuqua School of Business – Conference Room 14
Audience: Duke MBA students
More Information: Come to this informal brownbag lunch to learn about how to put your MBA skills to use in the non-profit sector. Learn about the firm, Community Wealth Ventures, in Washington DC, one of the nation's leading firms dedicated to advancing social enterprise and market-based approaches, and its summer internship opportunities. Learn the major differences between consulting in the business sector and social sector. Get your questions answered. This session will be led by Suzanne Steffens, Fuqua/CASE Scholar '08 and Senior Consultant at Community Wealth Ventures.
CASE Brownbag: The Global Fund for Children
When: Thursday, October 30, 12:45 - 1:45pm (note time change)
Where: The Fuqua School of Business - Conference Room 14
Audience: Duke Students (RSVP)
More Information: Bring your lunch and come meet Maya Ajmera, the founder and president of The Global Fund for Children for a presentation about the Fund and a small group discussion. The Global Fund for Children’s mission is to advance the dignity of children and youth around the world. GFC pursues its mission by making small grants to innovative community-based organizations working with some of the world’s most vulnerable children and youth, complemented by a dynamic media program that, through books, documentary photography, and film, highlights the issues affecting children and celebrates the global society in which we all live. Maya is a Duke alum, having earned her master's degree in public policy from the Sanford Institute of Public Policy. She also studied and traveled in Southeast Asia as a Rotary scholar. Her previous professional positions include special assistant to the president of the Population Institute and consultant for Family Health International. Please RSVP to attend.
“Financing Social Ventures,” a Talk by Rick Larson of The Conservation Fund
When: Thursday, October 30, 6:15pm Reception; 7:00pm Presentation
Where: The Fuqua School of Business – McClendon (driving directions & building map)
Audience: Duke students, faculty, staff, and the public
More Information: A part of the Duke Entrepreneurship Education Series (DEES), this session focus on how social entrepreneurs can successfully finance their social ventures. The session will be led by Rick Larson, Director of Sustainable Ventures at The Conservation Fund, a national land and water conservation organization with a dual mission of environmental protection and economic development. Before joining the Conservation Fund, Rick previously served as Managing Director for SJF Ventures, a $45 M venture capital fund focused on the clean technology and business services sectors. He has also worked with REAL Enterprises, where he was National Director of a nationwide entrepreneurship education program. Rick earned his MBA from the Yale School of Management.
A networking reception will precede this presentation from 6:15-7:00pm. The presentation will begin at 7:00pm. Networking will follow at 8:00pm. For more information, see www.dukedees.com. This event is organized by the Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation (CEI) in collaboration with CASE. It is free and open to the public.
Fuqua Global Opportunities Fair
When: Friday, October 31, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Where: The Fuqua School of Business – Kirby Winter Garden
Audience: Fuqua Students
More Information: Hosted by the International Center at Fuqua, this will be a chance for you to learn about all of the global opportunities available to Fuqua MBA students supplying first-hand exposure to world cultures and global issues. In particular, this will be a chance to learn about this year's Global Consulting Practicum being offered in South Africa, India, and Nicaragua.
BEYOND CASE: UNC Net Impact Careers in Sustainability Forum
When: Friday, October 31, TBA (morning/afternoon)
Where: UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School, McColl Building
Audience: UNC, Duke, NC State and other MBA students
More Information: The Net Impact Club of UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School is hosting its Seventh Annual Careers in Sustainability Forum on Friday, October 31st, 2008. The Forum is an opportunity for graduate and MBA students from UNC, Duke, NC State and other nearby schools to learn more about careers in sustainability. Business professionals in various sustainability fields will share their experiences in international development, corporate social responsibility, green building, community investing, and more. Featuring Panelists from: The Body Shop, World Wildlife Federation, IBM, Centex Homes, Opportunity International, Duke Energy, Scientific Properties, Advanced Energy, 4th Sector Bankcorp, MegaWatt Solar, Immaculate Baking and more! Details on registration will be updated shortly. For now, save the date! Contact: Amy McInnis at amy_mcinnis@unc.edu.
Global Consulting Practicum Information Session
When: Monday, November 3, 12:45-1:15pm OR 6:30-7:00pm
Where: The Fuqua School of Business – Connally Classroom
Audience: Fuqua Students
More Information: As a follow up to the Global Opportunities Fair, this will be a chance for you to learn more about the Global Consulting Practicum (GCP) led by CASE, CIBER, and the International Center. The GCP offers first-hand exposure to world cultures and global issues through a real-world team consulting engagement. This year's Global Consulting Practicum will be offered in South Africa, India, and Nicaragua. Come to learn and get your questions answered! There are two information sessions offered: same information will be given at both.