Events
Events
Jun17
Alumni in Climate Networking Series: London
Organizers: Business and Environment Initiative
- 17 JUN 2024 |
- London
Open to HBS Alumni
Are you interested in meeting other alumni leveraging their careers to confront climate change? We invite you to join us to connect with alumni working in careers focused on the intersection of business and the environment. This session will feature a fireside chat between Professor Peter Tufano and Paul Polman, co-author of Net Positive and former CEO of Unilever. Interested in joining? Email bei@hbs.edu.
Keywords:
Alumni Program, Climate Change Regional Event;
Apr02
Alumni in Climate Networking Series - Chicago: The Intersection of Agribusiness and Climate
Organizers: Business and Environment Initiative
- 02 APR 2024 |
- Chicago
Open to HBS Alumni
Are you interested in connecting with other alumni leveraging their careers to combat climate change? BEI invites you to join our Alumni in Climate Networking Series for a chance to connect with local alumni to discuss ideas, trends, opportunities, and challenges at the intersection of business and the environment. During this event, Professors David Bell and Forest Reinhardt will discuss how businesses and governments are altering their strategies and operations in light of global climate change. They will discuss the pros and cons of different approaches, and how much of an impact certain solutions, such as regenerative agriculture, could have on our climate. They will draw from recent cases and research coming from HBS’s Agribusiness Seminar. Interested in joining? Email bei@hbs.edu.
Keywords:
Alumni Program;
Mar14
Alumni in Climate Virtual Networking Session
Organizers: Business and Environment Initiative
- 14 MAR 2024 |
- Virtual
Open to HBS Alumni
BEI is hosting an alumni-to-alumni speed networking event to foster connections for those working in or looking to work in climate-related sectors. This event will be hosted virtually on Meetaway, a platform that puts participants in a series of 7 minute 1:1 conversations with other alumni. Interested in joining? Email bei@hbs.edu.
Keywords:
Alumni Program, Virtual Event;
Mar05
Careers in Climate Networking Event
Organizers: Business and Environment Initiative; Career and Professional Development
- 05 MAR 2024 |
- Virtual
Open to HBS Alumni; Open to HBS Students
HBS Career & Professional Development (CPD) and BEI are excited to extend an invitation for you to participate in an upcoming virtual speed networking event aimed at connecting students passionate about climate and sustainability with experienced alumni working in climate-related sectors. Please join us to provide students with the opportunity to practice their pitches and gain insights into various roles and industries within the field of climate and sustainability. By engaging in brief, one-on-one conversations, students will have the chance to explore different career paths, seek advice, and expand their network. Interested in joining? Email bei@hbs.edu.
Keywords:
Alumni Program, MBA Program, Virtual Event;
Feb26
Alumni in Climate Networking Series Washington, DC: Fireside Chat with HBS Professor Debora Spar and Audrey Choi (MBA 2004): Inequality and Climate Change
Organizers: Business and Environment Initiative
- 26 FEB 2024 |
- Washington, DC
Open to HBS Alumni
Most business leaders are aware of the link between inequality and climate change and that low income and marginalized communities suffer disproportionate impacts of climate change. However, there is much less general knowledge of how this connection translates and manifests in policy and business activity, or in outcomes for a variety of populations. Join Professor Debora Spar and MBA 2004 Alum Audrey Choi for an engaging fireside chat on this topic. Interested in joining? Email bei@hbs.edu.
Keywords:
Alumni Program;
Jan09
Agribusiness Seminar Reception
Organizers: Executive Education
- 09 JAN 2024 |
- In Person
Open to the MBA Students
The HBS Agribusiness Seminar is an executive education program that has been held for more than six decades, drawing owners, investors, CEOs, and senior leaders from firms across the food system and around the world. About 175 executives attend the program, with approximately half from the U.S. and half from 20+ other countries. On Tuesday, January 9, Seminar participants will convene in Klarman Hall for a reception with appetizers. The Seminar organizers invite students interested in food-related careers—from agricultural production to agtech to consumer goods; from sustainability to food security to innovation—to join the reception and meet some of the most experienced executives in these fields.
Keywords:
MBA Program;
Nov29
Alumni in Climate Virtual Networking Series: Climate Adaptation
Organizers: Business and Environment Initiative
- 29 NOV 2023 |
- Virtual
Open to HBS Alumni
BEI will be hosting a series of alumni-to-alumni topic based speed networking events to foster connections for those working in or looking to work in climate-related sectors. All events will be hosted virtually on Meetaway, a platform that puts participants in a series of 7 minute 1:1 conversations with other alumni. Interested in joining? Email bei@hbs.edu.
Keywords:
Alumni Program, Virtual Event;
Nov28
Alumni in Climate Virtual Networking Series: Water
Organizers: Business and Environment Initiative
- 28 NOV 2023 |
- Virtual
Open to HBS Alumni
BEI will be hosting a series of alumni-to-alumni topic based speed networking events to foster connections for those working in or looking to work in climate-related sectors. All events will be hosted virtually on Meetaway, a platform that puts participants in a series of 7 minute 1:1 conversations with other alumni. Interested in joining? Email bei@hbs.edu.
Keywords:
Alumni Program, Virtual Event;
Nov27
Alumni in Climate Virtual Networking Series: Carbon Removal
Organizers: Business and Environment Initiative
- 27 NOV 2023 |
- Virtual
Open to HBS Alumni
BEI will be hosting a series of alumni-to-alumni topic based speed networking events to foster connections for those working in or looking to work in climate-related sectors. All events will be hosted virtually on Meetaway, a platform that puts participants in a series of 7 minute 1:1 conversations with other alumni. Interested in joining? Email bei@hbs.edu.
Keywords:
Alumni Program, Virtual Event;
Nov06
Continuing Conversation - Driving Decarbonization at BMW
Organizers: HBS Sustainability Club
- 06 NOV 2023 |
- In Person
Open to the MBA Students
The HBS Sustainability Club invites you to join this climate-focused continuing conversation discussion on Driving Decarbonization at BMW with case author Professor Shirley Lu.
Keywords:
MBA Program;
Oct23
Alumni in Sustainability Panel
Organizers: Career and Professional Development
- 23 OCT 2023 |
- HBS Campus
Open to HBS Students
Pursuing a career in sustainability? Moderated by Professor Mike Toffel, join a panel of alumni working in the multi-segment sector to gain perspectives on various MBA roles and paths. You will hear their views on opportunities within the space, advice on navigating the job search and there will be plenty of time for Q&A.
Keywords:
MBA Program;
Oct03
Alumni in Climate Networking Series: New York
Organizers: Business and Environment Initiative
- 03 OCT 2023 |
- New York City
Open to HBS Alumni
Are you interested in meeting other alumni leveraging their careers to confront climate change? We invite you to join us to connect with alumni working in careers focused on the intersection of business and the environment. This happy hour will provide an opportunity for you to network and share ideas, topics, trends, and challenges with one another. Interested in joining? Email bei@hbs.edu.
Keywords:
Alumni Program, Climate Change Regional Event;