Image by Ed Brennen David Laurello ’81, ’88, former president and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Stratus Technologies, has returned to his alma mater to serve as executive in residence.
Industry Days brings together students, alumni, faculty, and industry leaders for a dynamic exchange of ideas, insights and opportunities. This event brings industry leaders directly into the classroom, offering students a unique opportunity to:
Across keynote and featured presentations, panel discussions and networking sessions, you’ll gain valuable perspectives on the latest trends shaping business and technology.
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0:00 Title: Industry Days
0:07 Dean Bertie Greer Speaking: At the core, Industry Days is a connection tool.
0:11 Dean Bertie Greer Speaking: It connects classroom learning to real world experience, and it really helps our students see into the future so they can determine where they fit.
0:19 Dean Bertie Greer Speaking: I started because I really wanted our students to gain exposure to emerging trends now, and more importantly, I wanted them to learn how the network so they can build meaningful connections with alumni and professionals who have the potential to guide them, mentor them, and inspire them.
0:35 Professor Steven Tello Speaking: Industry Days is important because it provides an opportunity to bring our successful alums and our community partners onto campus to interact and talk with our students to share the lessons they've learned.
0:48 Professor Steven Tello Speaking: Networking starts now so that you have those relationships ready when you need them in the future.
0:54 Professor Kelly Richmond Pope Speaking: I decided to take part in Industry Days because I think the concept is brilliant.
0:58 Professor Kelly Richmond Pope Speaking: I think for students to be able to learn from industry leaders outside of the classroom really helps them to develop.
1:06 Student Srunu B., Management Concentration Speaking: Industry days will definitely prepare for my future career as it builds more opportunities in internships and plus to gain more connections.
1:14 Student Armani T., Entrepreneurship/Finance Concentrations: I think this is an amazing opportunity for students to really build that muscle of networking and while at the same time learning is something that they're possibly interested in entering.
1:23 Student Armani T., Entrepreneurship/Finance Concentrations: So I think it's amazing opportunity.
1:26 Nicholas Mirabello, Chief Inspiration Officer at MP: Wired for HR: Believe in yourself and start putting a path in place because you can achieve your dreams.
1:31 Nicholas Mirabello, Chief Inspiration Officer at MP: Wired for HR: You can create the life you want to live and can start right here at UMass Lowell.
1:35 Logo graphic on screen that says: “We are grateful for all of our industry participants”. Logos include:
1:38 Upbeat music starts to fade out
1:41 UMass Lowell Manning School of Business Logo
Image by Ed Brennen The inaugural Manning School of Business Industry Days brought over 100 professionals, including 44 alumni, to campus for two days of talks and networking with students, bridging the gap between classroom learning and real-world business challenges.
