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FUTURE EVENTS
March 2008
March 27, 2008
FES and GBA Alumni Association presents:
The Entrepreneurial Edge: Five Entrepreneurs share their stories & life lessons
LOCATION: Williams Club 24 East 39th Street, 10016
TIME: 6:30PM to 8:00PM
COST: $10 students, $15 guests Pay at the venue or on Paypal. Contact: Som Chivukula, som_chivukula@yahoo.com
INFORMATION:
Join us for an insightful discussion about entrepreneurship aswe showcase five successful businesspeople. Learn how ideas are cultivated and executed, what the proper macro environment is in getting a business off the ground and the challenges faced as the entrepreneurs decided to go it alone.
Our panelists are:
Ilan Kempler, franchisee, Jackson Hewitt
Mary Adams, founder, Event Consulting Group
Doug Davis, founder, Best Friend New York (www.bfnyc.com)
Anthony Lobosco, founder, Neighborbee.com
Melissa Maundrell, co-founder, Verdina
March 31 - April 3 2008
SPRING CLEAN CHARITY DRIVE
Need an excuse to clean out your closet? Now you have one! On March 31st – April 3rd, SAC and the Student Clubs are sponsoring a Spring Clean Charity Drive to benefit those less fortunate. The charities we're supporting and their needs are below. Please help! Your donations can be dropped off at any time on the 6th floor in the marked boxes during this week.
Dress for Success, a non-profit organization whose mission is to promote the economic independence of disadvantaged women by providing them with professional attire, a network of support and the career development tools to thrive in work and in life. What they Need: Women's Suits, Handbags suitable for work, Closed-toe pumps, New hosiery, Simple separates like nice blouses and trousers, Cardigans and/or shells www.dressforsuccess.com
Career Gear is a a non-profit organization, founded in New York City in 1998 to promote the gainful employment and self-sufficiency of disadvantaged men who are actively seeking employment. What they Need: Men's Suits, Briefcases suitable for work, Accessories like cufflinks or tie clips, Button down shirts and dress trousers, ties www.careergear.com
Shoe 4 Africa: Their mission is empowerment, health and aids awareness. It's a simple concept; taking excess shoes taking them to Africa and making a change. What they Need: Running Shoes, spiked shoes, leisure shoes. The most popular sizes needed are US6 to US10 (men's). They also will take running shirts, socks (new) and shorts. www.shoe4africa.com
Part Of The Solution Homeless Shelter Their Mission is to be a loving community in the Bronx that nourishes the basic needs and hungers of all who come to their door. What they need: Men's casual clothing, pants (waist 32-36, length 34-36), sweatshirts. New socks and underwear. Women's causal clothes are not a dire need, but will be accepted. www.potsbronx.org
AIDS Service Center NYC is a multi-service community organization located in NYC that fulfills its mission of helping many, one by one through dynamic programming responsive to the needs of diverse communities. What they Need: Unopened travel size toiletries http://www.ascnyc.org/
Nothing to Donate? These charities also accept monetary donations. Please visit their websites to see how you can contribute to their cause. Please spread the word. Together we can make a difference! Thank you for your support.
LOCATION: Donation boxes will be located on the 6th floor during that week.
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PAST EVENTS
March 7, 2008
FES and Fordham Retail Club co-sponsored the annual wine tasting and networking event. It was a great success!
March 21, 2007
Small Business Workshop: Quickly becoming a Fordham Graduate School of Business favorite, the Small Business Workshop allows small groups of students to move from table to table, speaking one-on-one with entrepreneurs representing various fields of industry. Bring your resume, your business cards, questions and an open ear to this event. This is an opportunity you will not want to miss!
Entrepreneurs scheduled to appear for this event include:
- Anthony Lobosco, CEO of Jazzboo.com
- Ken Deckinger, cofounder of Hurry Date dating service
- Marco Greenburg, Reel Biography
- Currie Quetzal, Arbonne
- Jason Richelson, The Greene Grape
- Joe Zirpolo, Training The Street
September 21, 2006
Marketing for Entrepreneurs: Learn how to write your first marketing plan.September 28, 2006
George Feldenkreis, Ceo of Perry Ellis International: Learn from a successful entrepreneur.October 6, 2006
FES Wine Tasting: Network with your peers.October 27, 2006
Jayne Smith, President of Smart Advantage: Presentation and book signing of "Creating Competitive Advantage."November 10, 2006
Brent Bowers, former editor of the New York Times and Wall Street Journal: Presentation and book signing of ""If at first you don't succeed…" The Eight Patterns of Highly Effective Entrepreneurs."December 1, 2006
Dr. Peter Praeger, Owner and Founder of Dr. Praeger's Sensible Foods: The ultimate entrepreneur.
Christ Heintz Event
Small Business Workshop
Wine Gala
S.C.O.R.E.
EventCopyright/Patent Event
Trademark and Copyright presentation.