Bridges to Business (B2B) is a leadership and professional development program that teaches meaningful skills in the areas innovation, entrepreneurship, and business. Events are designed to strengthen critical thinking, communication, teamwork, professionalism, technology and creativity, while helping to build a network of peers, mentors and professionals to support career success.
Programs & Events:
Formal Dining & Etiquette Training
B2B Leadership Circle
Spring Break Business Bootcamp
Who hasn’t experienced fear, awkwardness, or confusion about proper etiquette during business networking and dining events? In this popular experiential workshop, participants enjoy a formal reception and five-course meal, with guidance from a seasoned etiquette expert, who teaches them to how to dine like a diplomat.
A select group of students commit to meet together over the Spring semester for leadership coaching and mentorship in a team building format. Weekly programs include workshops and guest speakers on topics such as ethics, personal branding, networking, finance, social impact, and digital/tech literacy. Members have priority access to the Spring Break Business Bootcamp.
Participants spend Spring Break networking, meeting entrepreneurs, and visiting innovative companies to expand their skills, awareness and contacts in the business community. Locations and meet-ups are selected based on the interests and ambitions of the group.
B2B also supports multiple business plan competitions, such as the Impactathon® social impact hackathon each Fall, and the Fowler Global Social Innovation Challenge (FGSIC) each Spring.
What’s happening in B2B?
Contact Us
Mary Patrick Kavanaugh, MFA
Director of Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Special Projects
Bridges to Business (B2B)
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