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Forté College to Business Leadership Conference
April 1, 2016Austin, TXDimensional Fund Advisrs
April 8, 2016Irvine, CADaVita
Calling all majors. Whether you’re a liberal arts, communications, engineering or science major, you’ll need business skills—from simply running a meeting to managing a budget—regardless of the career path you choose. In this free one-day interactive conference, you’ll explore a multitude of business careers, build leadership skills, and expand your network.
You don’t need to be a business major to attend. Designed for freshmen and sophomores, the Forté College to Business Leadership Conference introduces you to women business leaders from top companies that offer summer internships and entry-level opportunities for college grads. Get a jump-start on your career by strengthening your resumé with us. Travel stipends (up to $250) are available for eligible participants.
WHOFreshmen and sophomore women
from diverse academic backgrounds
are encouraged to apply.
REGISTRATION DETAILSAdmission is free. Attendees must
submit a resume and short essay.
Travel stipends (up to $250) are
available for eligible participants.
APPLICATION DEADLINESRound 1: Feb. 14
Round 2: Mar. 6
EVENT DETAILS
Discover how a business career can help you achieve more.
Apply today atfortefoundation.org/c2b /fortefoundation
Hands-on business startup simulation
Leadership development and personal brand workshop
Summer internship recruiting secrets
Exploration of diverse business careers suitable for women of all backgrounds
Focused networking with top recruiters, executives, and recent graduates at the Company & Graduate School Expo
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CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS
APRIL 1 & 8,2016
Find your inspirationExplore endless career options available in business.
Build your leadership skillsExperiment with business strategies as a team and experience all aspects of business management during our simulation workshop. You’ll gain hands-on leadership skills to enhance your resume.
Score the perfect summer internshipLearn about the summer internship recruiting process from successful businesswomen and recent grads.
Get career advice Learn how to synthesize your experiences and skills, shape your story as a personal brand, and craft a compelling personal pitch.
Raise your networking profile at theCompany & Graduate School ExpoMeet representatives from top companies that offer summer internships and entry-level opportunities for college grads, and network with peers from your school and other top regional schools.
Thank you to our conference sponsors
Top undergraduate women attending— expand your network!
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What does a career in business really mean? What are my options and who’s doing it? What’s my path? Not only can you explore what you want to do but you have a whole network of people who can help you understand how to get there.
Diane Sinti Director Human Capital Consulting Deloitte
REASONS TO ATTEND
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Forté launches women into fulfilling, significant careers through access to business education, career opportunities, and a community of successful women.