Friday, April 11, 2025, Holmes Hall
Open to all students, faculty, and staff across the University
Sign up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScnHCeqyy1_vlwHJerbCwVGuluJ9y-zXnSbsZvG-rvfBco0yw/viewform?usp=sharing
Join us for the Business Trends Summit, a signature event of Freeman Week 2025, designed to give attendees an insider’s view into the latest industry trends and future opportunities. Featuring alumni, parents, and employers from leading organizations, this summit offers a unique opportunity to gain insights from experts in technology, finance, real estate, marketing, and more.
Why Attend?
- Learn from Industry Leaders: Hear from professionals at RSM, L’Oreal, Data Society Group, Chase Travel Group, Ares, Range, Corient, and TruConnect as they share their expertise and career insights.
- Expand Your Knowledge: Discover current and emerging trends in AI, consumer data, commercial real estate, family business, alternative investments, organizational culture, and more.
- Network with Experts and Peers: Connect with Bucknell alumni, industry professionals, and fellow students during interactive sessions and the summit kickoff breakfast.
Summit Schedule Highlights
8:00 – 9:00 a.m.–Kickoff Networking Breakfast
9:00 – 9:45 a.m.
Harnessing AI: Smart Governance and Implementation
Decoding the Consumer: Understanding Data in the Digital Age
Leadership in a Rapidly Changing World
10:00 – 10:45 a.m.
Information as a Second Language: The People-Data Connection
Building Legacies: Family Business Opportunities & Challenges
Navigating Market Shifts: Future of Commercial Real Estate
11:00 – 11:45 a.m.
Cultivating Success: The Power of Organizational Culture
Alternative Investment Trends & Strategies
Beyond the CFP: Different Paths in Wealth Management
Entrepreneurial Leadership: Scaling & Navigating Growth
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.–Concluding Lunch
Important Details
- Full Summit Program: The complete summit program, including detailed session descriptions and speaker bios, is available below.
- Registration: Google Calendar invites will be sent to individuals who register at least 48 hours before the session.
- Name Tags: Printed name tags will be available for those who register by April 4. Late registrants can create a handwritten name tag at the summit.
- Commitment: Please honor your commitment to attend the sessions you sign up for.