Changing the world, one leader at a time

At Leeds, we’re determined to create a pipeline of diverse leaders. That’s why we’re invested in the success of our diverse graduate students—they are tomorrow’s changemakers, CEOs and leaders who will transform business worldwide.
 
This spring, we invite prospective graduate students to a very special event, Transforming Business: Connecting Diverse Scholars—an immersive event with enriching content and connections with diverse faculty, classmates, alumni, corporate partners and board members. It’s a special opportunity to kick-start relationships and become part of a powerful network at Leeds, before classes even start!
 
While our student body steadily grows more diverse, we continue to push toward equity, both at Leeds and in the world of business. We hope you’ll join us.

Transforming Business:
Connecting Diverse Scholars
March 15, 2024
At the new, state-of-the-art Leeds School of Business building University of Colorado Boulder

Agenda

Friday, March 15 - delivered virtually via Zoom

  • 8:30 – 9:00 am    Networking Breakfast
  • 9:00 – 9:15 am    Welcome
  • 9:15 – 9:30 am   TED Talk + Q & A
  • 9:30 – 10:30 am   Leeds Faculty Showcase
  • 10:30 – 10:45 am    Networking Coffee Break
  • 10:45 – 11:45 am   Industry Partner Panel
  • 11:45 am – 11:55 pm    Break and get Lunch
  • 11:55 – 12:55 pm     Networking Lunch With Executives
  • 12:55 – 1:55 pm    Panel Discussion: What Makes Leeds Graduate Programs & Boulder Special
  • 1:55 – 2:00 pm    Closing
  • 2:00 – 2:30 pm    Bonus Session - Leeds Graduate Programs Services: Graduate Programs Team

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TRANSFORMING BUSINESS:
Connecting Diverse Scholars
March 15, 2024

 

Leeds School of Business
995 Regent Drive
Koelbel Building
Boulder, Colorado 80309
***Now Virtual***

 

Featured Sessions

Speaker gives a presentation

Diversity within the Workforce: New Expectations, New Opportunities

Enjoy a TED Talk + Q & A session         

 

Yonca Ertimur speaks into a microphone

Leeds Faculty Showcase

Participate in an interactive session with Leeds' world-class faculty

room of listeners

Networking Lunch with Executives

Network with local business executives

 

Corporate Partner Panel

Industry Partner Panel

Facilitated discussion with industry leaders

       

 

Special thanks to a diversity advocate

Ellen Balaguer, a champion of DEI efforts at Leeds, established the Mel and Marcy Balaguer Scholarship that gives economically and socially disadvantaged students the opportunity to get a high-quality business education. In addition, she has provided funding for programming and activities in support of diverse graduate students, including our new event, Transforming Business: Connecting Diverse Scholars.

Ellen named the scholarship for her parents who endured hardships and sacrifices to send her (and her brothers) to college. Now, she hopes to give the same opportunity to others. 

A retired global managing director at Accenture, she serves as an emeritus chair on the Leeds Advisory Board and has earned the Leeds Distinguished Alumni and Service Award in recognition for her service to the school. Visit our website to learn about other scholarship opportunities.

Ellen Balaguer

Boiulder

Enjoy beautiful Boulder this spring

Boulder, Colorado, is America’s smartest (Forbes), happiest (National Geographic) and healthiest (Gallup) city. Situated at the base of the poster-worthy Flatirons, Boulder packs a punch with its high-tech startups, diverse culinary scene and 300+ days of sunshine per year.

You’ll find countless opportunities for activities and recreation during your stay.