Events

Join us for an inspiring fireside chat with Ana Dominguez, the trailblazing Colombian CEO of Lindt & Spr�ngli North America. With 30 years of CPG leadership, Ana is changing the game for women in the industry. Hear her journey from Colombia to leading the global confectionery market. Don't miss this exclusive chance to network, learn from an industry powerhouse, and gain insights to elevate your career. Find out more

Join us for a chance to hear from award-winning innovator and KMH Center Senior Fellow, Reginald Mbawuike '97, as he shares his groundbreaking work in reducing health disparities through the integration of AI and electronic medical records over a mobile phone platform. With a career spanning global telehealth advancements and strategic leadership, Reginald can provide insights into the future of digital health and its transformative impact on underserved communities. Learn more about Reginald here. (https://www.babson.edu/healthcare-entrepreneurship-center/about/senior-fellows/) Find out more

Join us on Thursday October 17th as we learn from other�entrepreneurs and their success�stories, along with hearing from a panel focused on how the Fashion industry is embracing Gen AI! Following the panel, we will feature a number of Boston women leaders modeling designs by Boston fashion designers! Find out more

2024 Rocket Pitch Find out more

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Please join us this Crossroads session for a discussion on innovating at the intersection of Finance and Healthcare with guest speaker:Mr. Guale Valdez , President and CEO of Mattapan Community Health Center, where he has been a leader since 2010, originally serving as Chief Financial Officer. He oversees all aspects of the health center, working to provide top-quality care through innovation and a dedicated team. Mr. Valdez has a rich background in accounting and finance, with experience in both private and public sectors across various healthcare environments. He serves on multiple boards focused on healthcare, community involvement, and workforce development. This session will be moderated by:Dr. Mark Potter, Professor of Finance at Babson College, where he has been teaching since 1995. His expertise spans investments, corporate finance, behavioral finance, and alternative investment strategies. Dr. Potter has published extensively in prominent finance journals and has collaborated with various industries, including consumer services and high technology. His research has also been featured in major financial publications like the Wall Street Journal.Antoine Junior Melay, Executive Vice President at Pipeline with Purpose, a company focused on improving opportunities for highly qualified minorities in the corporate world. He also serves as Director of Experiential Education and a Lecturer at Emmanuel College. Mr. Melay has extensive experience in workforce development and has held various academic positions, including as a Diversity & Inclusion consultant at Babson College. He is actively involved in community and diversity initiatives, serving on several boards and committees, and is a dedicated mentor and advocate for leadership and economic development. He holds an MBA and BS in Corporate Finance & Accounting from Bentley University. Students attending this discussion with the panelists will gain valuable insights into the integration of financial expertise and healthcare innovation, equipping them with the strategic leadership skills needed to drive meaningful change in their future careers and communities. Find out more

Join us for the FIRST Student Pitch Competition for Health Innovations!Watch as our 10 finalist teams present their pitches to our judges. Find out more

GCEC Conference 2024 at Babson College Find out more