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ALUMNI NEWS
Name the New Alumni Newsletter
The new and improved alumni newsletter is all about
you. So, we were thinking, who better to name it than...
YOU! Do you have a name suggestion? Send it to
alumni@rhsmith.umd.edu by Wednesday, April 20.
ALUMNI EVENTS
Emerging Markets Forum: The Rise of New Economic Powers
and America’s Future
April 29, 2011 from 8 a.m. to 5:15 p.m.
Washington, D.C.
The Center for International Business Education and
Research (CIBER) will host a one-day forum on emerging
markets. This exclusive event will feature high-profile
academics, industry leaders and policymakers. The
program runs from 8 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. and includes
continental breakfast and lunch. Cost is $45 for alumni.
Maryland Day
April 30, 2011 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Join the University of Maryland for our 13th annual Maryland
Day, a family friendly event with 400 interactive exhibits,
workshops and live performances. Discover all that Maryland
has to offer!
ThoughtLeadership@Smith Breakfast Series
At the ThoughtLeadership@Smith Breakfast Series, Smith faculty
present their latest research on topics that matter to you
and your organization. Each presentation is followed by
an opportunity to network with alumni and regional business
leaders.
April 15, Washington, D.C.
Making Social Media Work for Your Firm
David Godes, Associate Professor of Marketing
Learn how to harness the power of word-of-mouth and social
networking to drive sales and enhance your firm’s brand.
This session will help you understand why people talk about
your product or service and how to make your firm the subject
of the conversation. And discover the surprising reason
why loyal customers may not be your best prospect for word-of-mouth
marketing.
April 29, Baltimore, Md.
How to Test Your Strategy
Oliver Schlake, Tyser Teaching Fellow of Management and
Organization
Lead smarter. This session on strategic management will
help you detect the early indicators that your strategy
isn’t working. Get tips on how to perform a fast course
correction, and identify the 5 key steps to creating a strategy
that will be successful for your firm.
May 13, Washington, D.C.
Retaining Top Talent
Gilad Chen, Professor of Management and Organization
Keep your best workers and ensure they are fully engaged
on the job. This session will help you find the right time
and the right tools to manage employee satisfaction. Learn
not just how, but when, to measure employee satisfaction,
as well as some useful techniques to help move the needle.
For cost, times and more information or to register,
visit
www.rhsmith.umd.edu/thoughtleadership.
ALUMNI SOCIAL NETWORKING
Work Your Network. Join SmithConnector Today!
Are you getting all the advantages that come with being
a member of the Smith community? Only if you’re registered
in SmithConnector!
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Get in touch with old friends or make new business contacts.
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Join an alumni group (such as the Smith Alumni Club
of New York or Smith Alumni in Baltimore) or create
a group based on industry, region or company.
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Check out exclusive job postings or find the perfect
candidate for the position you’re trying to fill.
Update your profile today at
smithconnector.com.
Keep in touch with the Smith School via our social
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