Are you an MBA student, prospective MBA, or alumna/us who wants to use your business skills to make a difference on climate? It’s true that “every job is a climate job,” but making sense of the ever-changing climate career landscape and finding the perfect fit for your skills and expertise can be daunting. In this…
Join your Triangle-based sustainability peers for an afternoon of discussion and community. Programming will include a panel of experts and practitioners exploring the unique challenges—and opportunities—of the moment we now find ourselves in, as well as strategies for how to move forward. This will be followed by snacks, beverages, and robust conversation. Panelists to be…
EcoInnovate Weekend at UNCW’s Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship helps launch sustainability-focused ideas through collaboration, mentorship and hands-on workshops. Participants can connect, validate ideas and develop solutions for a greener future. No experience is needed, and all are welcome. Register here!
The sustainability field is evolving rapidly, bringing both challenges and new opportunities. If you're facing or considering a career transition—whether due to job loss, restructuring, or a desire for change—you’re not alone. Join the DiS community for an engaging discussion on navigating career shifts in sustainability. Connect with peers who have been through similar experiences,…
How can we ensure that the green economy creates opportunities for all? Join the MIT Sloan Sustainability Initiative and the MIT Institute for Work and Employment Research (IWER) for an in-depth conversation on workforce equity, social impact, and sustainability. We are excited to welcome Jenny Weissbourd (MBA ’18), Program Director at the Families and Workers…
The NC State Department of Public Administration will host the NGO Career Panel for students who wish to learn more about career opportunities in the field of nongovernmental organizations. The event will feature two panelists: Jim Cox, executive director of the United Methodist Committee Brooke Ambrose, marketing strategist specializing in individual donor engagement at Food…
The Southeastern Student Sustainability conference brings together students engaged in campus-based climate and sustainability initiatives from around the region. This event is meant to facilitate knowledge sharing, connection, and community building as we each seek to address common challenges and opportunities on our campuses. The conference has three primary goals: Knowledge: Understanding sustainability—what it means,…
What is FoodCon? FoodCon is the premier event for MBA students passionate about food, agribusiness, and sustainability. Co-hosted by Duke Fuqua and UNC Kenan-Flagler, it connects industry leaders and innovators to explore trends, share insights, and drive solutions. Past speakers include leaders from John Deere, the Chobani Incubator, and Tony’s Chocolonely. Our Mission The food…
Laura Kahn, co-founder of the One Health Initiative, will lead a keynote presentation on A One Health Analysis of Food Safety & Security, Antimicrobial Resistance, and Climate Change in the 21st Century. Learn more here!
