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We're excited to announce our upcoming event with Mr. Robert J. Khoury, CEO of Agile Rainmakers! Join us this Friday, February 21st, to hear more about the various roles Mr. Khoury's held and the books he's written. Robertson 001 at 4:30 pm!

🚨 Deadline Extended! Apply to the 2025 Design Nation Conference by February 16th at 11:59 pm 🎨✨ Good news! You asked, and we listened — the deadline to apply for Design Nation 2025 has been extended to February 16th! If you’re a college student in the Northeast (NY, PA, NJ, CT) passionate about design, this is your chance to be part of an exclusive conference built —and paid — just for you. 📍Where: Virtual & In-Person in NYC (travel covered for students from schools from select states (NY, PA, NJ, CT) 📅 When: April 5th & 12th (Virtual), April 19th (In-Person in NYC) 🔹 Learn from top design leaders from companies like IKEA, Vogue, Etsy, and Notion! 🔹 Participate in hands-on workshops 🔹 Connect with industry professionals & peers 🔹 Experience an exclusive in-person NYC event Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your skills, grow your network, and take your design career to the next level! ⏳ New Deadline: February 16th 👉 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/gV_iiBuA Tag a friend who needs to see this! #DesignNation2025 #StudentDesignConference #NYCDesign #BusinessTodayPrinceton

We are excited to introduce our amazing 2025 Business Today Officer Team! We are dedicated to fostering communication between business leaders and students. Look forward to all the impactful work we’ll accomplish together this year! Brian Zhou: President Miyu Yamane: Senior Advisor Jana Pak: Senior Advisor Kehan Chen: VP of Human Resources Sophie R.: VP of Operations Susan Chen: VP of Finance Nora Choi: VP of Content Tess Hubbard: VP of Marketing and Design Sandy Zhang: VP of Technology William Neumann: VP of Alumni and Executive Relations Ziya Merchant: Director of Seminars Aakansh Yerpude: Director of the International Conference Hailey Hubbard: Director of the Design Nation Conference Chloe Z.: Director of Corporate Contacts

We're excited for everything to come in 2025. Wishing you all the best!

🌟 Design Your Future at the 2025 Design Nation Conference 🌟 Are you a college student in the Northeast ready to make your mark in the world of design? This is your chance to connect, create, and grow at Design Nation’s 8th Annual Conference! 📅 When & Where: April 5th & 12th (Virtual), April 19th (In-Person in NYC!) 💼 What’s in it for you? 🎤 Insightful talks from design industry leaders 💡 Hands-on virtual workshops to expand your skills 🌆 An exclusive in-person NYC experience (travel fully covered for students from select states and schools!) 🤝 Networking opportunities with top firms, mentors, and peers This conference is application-based—we’re looking for motivated, creative, and curious students to join us. Whether you’re studying graphic design, UX/UI, product design, or anything in between, we want YOU! This year’s theme is Translations: Design Nation 2025 looks to highlight how design transcends language to convey a message and bleeds into our everyday processes and ways of thinking, rather than simply being a decoration on top of functionality. Interested in learning more? ⏳ Deadline to Apply: January 10, 2025 11:59 PM  👉 Apply now:  https://lnkd.in/eDBdJAv9 Don’t miss this opportunity to level up your skills, build your network, and be part of the next generation of design leaders. #DesignNation2025 #StudentDesignConference #NYCDesignEvent

Just over a month ago, Business Today hosted its 50th International Conference, uniting over 150 extraordinary students from around the globe with 75 executives. Over the past year, I had the privilege of serving as the Assistant Director of Student Relations, which had me managing all aspects of the student experience. This year, I wanted to focus on making the application process more accessible, creating space for applicants to showcase their drive, and ensuring this opportunity reached those who could truly make the most of it—and let it propel them toward future successes. Turns out, it worked. I can’t even begin to count the number of students I met who left me completely awestruck. All those hours spent reading thousands of applications, narrowing down to 150 remarkable individuals, felt entirely worth it once I saw the conversations they were having—with me and, just as powerfully, with one another. Getting to build a community of driven, humble, and endlessly curious students was beyond incredible. Some shoutouts: to my Student Relations team of 20 extraordinary staffers—this simply couldn’t have happened without you. To my Co-Director, Shaun, thank you for helping me sift through ideas, bringing your own innovation, and turning them into reality. And to the Director of the 50th IC, Samiksha, thank you for your leadership. You guided me and the entire Assistant Director team to success. I’m endlessly grateful to have worked with all of you. Now, I’m honored to share that I’ve been chosen to serve as the Director of the 51st International Conference next year. I’m so excited to bring my vision to life, guided by lessons from what worked and what didn’t this past year. Here’s to Business Today—and the next 50 years of International Conferences!

3 days. 250 students. 75 executives. Just a few weeks ago, Business Today celebrated the 50th Anniversary of the International Conference, our biggest and most impactful event yet. With 150 attendees from all six continents, supported by 100 Princeton University students, we brought this year’s theme—Renaissance—to life in spectacular fashion. This year’s theme symbolized reawakening, transformation, and bold challenges to the status quo. Over the past three days, students, executives, and industry disruptors from companies like the S&P 500, BET, and Marriott have done just that—shared stories, sparked debates, and reimagined the future of business. To our executives—thank you for your insights, mentorship, and for inspiring the next generation of leaders. To our students—thank you for your curiosity, drive, and the energy you brought to every moment of this conference. To our staffers and team members—thank you for your tireless work behind the scenes to make this event seamless and unforgettable. As we close this chapter and look to the future, we’re reminded that this isn’t just a conference. It’s a movement, a community, and a testament to the power of collaboration and bold ideas. Here’s to the next 50 years of transformation. Thank you for being part of this incredible journey. Let’s keep the Renaissance alive! #BusinessToday #IC50 #Renaissance

🌟 From a “sketchy” LinkedIn application to being flown out to NYC for the 50th Business Today International Conference! 🌟 A huge thank you to Business Today for organizing this incredible event and bringing together students and leaders from around the world to NYC!🗽 ✨ Conference Highlights: 🥞 Women’s Breakfast Panel with inspiring role models like Christina Shim (IBM), Jane McCooey (Morgan Stanley), and Tiffany Eng (BNY Mellon) shared powerful stories of resilience. 🥤The Consumer Goods Panel with Mark Doramus (Centerview Partners), Karen Jordan (PepsiCo), and Jim Lee (Target) gave fascinating insights on retail trends and AI’s role in supply chains. 🤖 Victor Cho's talk on ethical business and his company Emovid reshaped my view on responsible innovation. 💡 Key Takeaways: 1️⃣ Humility: Anthony Capuano shared his 7-year journey from being rejected by Marriot to becoming the CEO of Marriot International. 2️⃣ Be clear about your goals: Christina Shim emphasized not to be shy to explicitly ask for what you want and align with companies that match your mission. 3️⃣ Networking is key: Janet McCooey showed how building quality relationships can unlock career opportunities. 4️⃣ Set non-negotiables: Leaders like Paul Griggs (PwC) stressed the importance of setting boundaries that keep you grounded. 5️⃣ Vision unites teams: Aligning with a company’s mission creates stronger teams and a shared purpose. 6️⃣ Listen: Scott M. Mills (Paramount) emphasized how great leaders listen to understand, not just to speak. 🌟 Why it mattered: Not only did I discover new fields that I'm eager to delve into in the future, but the conference also introduced me to such talented students who each had their unique stories and aspirations to solve the world's most pressing problems. Their ambition was contagious and inspired me to think even bigger about my own goals. Thank you to everyone who made this event so impactful! I can't wait to see what you all continue to do in the future.

"A Global Gathering of Visionaries: Reflections on Business Today’s 50th International Conference!" From November 8th to November 10th, 2024, I had the honor of attending Business Today's 50th International Conference. For this amazing opportunity, a big thank you to the Business Today organization and the outstanding student team under the direction of Samiksha Gaherwar. Selected from tens of thousands of applicants worldwide, I was honored to join an elite group of global visionaries, innovators, and future leaders. Representing my country at this prestigious conference was a deeply fulfilling experience. The event brought together undergrad students from more than 30 nations to interact with some of the world's top executives through keynotes, panels, seminars, and networking, focusing on connecting today's business leaders with tomorrow's with the goal of bridging the gap between them. It was an amazing opportunity to meet brilliant individuals who shared their diverse perspectives on improving our world through business. Throughout the conference, I had the honor of listening to and speaking with influential leaders such as Douglas Peterson, the recently retired CEO of S&P Global, Anthony Capuano, CEO of Marriott International, Victor Cho former CEO of Evite, Scott M. Mills Ceo of BET Media Group, Inc. , Paul Griggs, US Seniour partner at PwC, Jane McCooey, Executive director and COO at Morgan Stanley, Tiffany Eng, Global Treasure at BNY, Arielle Patrick, Chief Communication officer, Ariel Investments, Christina Shim, Chief Sustainability officer at IBM, Karen Jordan, Chief Supply Chain Officer at PepsiCo, Jim Lee, executive VP & Chief financial officer, Target, Bill Schlough, CIO of San Francisco Giants (served on the committees for San Francisco’s bids to host 2012, 2016, and 2024 Olympic Games), Michael Purcell, CFO of Established, Frank Scarpiniti, CPA, MBA, CFO at Hehmeyer, Jeff Skalski, COO, and Executive Producer Yellow Brick Games Inc. , Peter Klosowicz, Chief Investment Officer at Family Office. This year’s theme, “Renaissance,” encapsulated the spirit of renewal and innovation that permeated the discussions and networking sessions. Panelists from diverse fields—including government, law, defense, medicine, media, and non-profit—came together to train and inspire the next generation of leaders. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to Akshat Agarwal, President of Business Today, and all team members involved in organizing such a remarkable event. Special thanks to Samiksha Gaherwar, Shiv Tickoo, Antonia Pavek, Shaun Karani, and everyone else who contributed to making this conference a resounding success 🙌 🌠 This experience has not only enriched my understanding but has also ignited my passion for contributing positively to the global business community. I am eager to apply these insights as I continue my journey in business and leadership! #businesstoday #businesstoday50thinternationalconference