Bryan School Professional Development Conference & Company Mixer

Invest In Your Future – September 23rd

Bryan School of Business & Economics | Bryan School Professional Development Conference

Join us for the 2026 Bryan School Professional Development Conference!

Exclusive to Bryan Majors (undergraduate and graduate students), this day-long, in-person conference is dedicated to your professional development, providing the tools and strategies you need to stand out to employers and make an immediate impact in your career or internship.  

Join us Wednesday, September 23rd in-person for a full day of information and opportunity – just for you! 

  • Conference Sessions: 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. 
  • Career Services with UNCG Career and Professional Development: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
  • Professional Headshots: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
  • Company Mixer: 3 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. 

Conference Sessions: 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

The first part of the day will feature engaging sessions with expert speakers from across the region. Please note the time and location of each session. Check-in will occur outside of each room 10 minutes before the start of the next session and will close 10 minutes into each session. 

Students will not be allowed into a session more than 10 minutes after it has started.

Location: Elliott University Center (EUC) 

2026 Session Schedule

Read More About Our 2026 Speakers and Panelists

10:00 – 10:45 a.m.

AI, Integrity, and the Future of Work

Artificial intelligence is transforming the workplace, creating new opportunities while raising important questions about ethics, trust, and responsible use. Hear from a panel of industry leaders as they discuss how AI is shaping their organizations and what employers expect from professionals entering an AI-driven workforce.

Location: EUC, Auditorium

11:00 – 11:45 a.m.

Human Skills in the Age of AI

While artificial intelligence is changing how work gets done, communication, adaptability, critical thinking, and emotional intelligence remain essential for long-term success. Explore the human skills employers value most and learn how to demonstrate these strengths while working effectively alongside emerging technologies.

Location: EUC, Claxton Room

11:00 – 11:45 a.m.

After the Handshake: How to Successfully Navigate Networking 

Making a great first impression is only the beginning of building a successful professional network. Learn practical strategies for following up with recruiters, employers, and mentors, strengthening your connections, and turning conversations into meaningful career opportunities.

Location: EUC, Kirkland Room

12:00 – 12:45 p.m.

Move Beyond Your Major: Exploring Unexpected Career Paths and Opportunities

Your degree can open more doors than you may realize, and career paths are often shaped by opportunities beyond a single major. Hear from a panel of professionals who have built successful careers across industries and learn how transferable skills can help you confidently explore new possibilities.

Location: EUC, Auditorium  

12:00 – 12:45 p.m.

Thriving, Not Just Surviving: Redefining Success 

Building a successful career means finding ways to perform at your best without sacrificing your well-being. Discover practical approaches for managing workplace challenges, building resilience, setting healthy boundaries, and creating a sustainable path for long-term professional success.

Location: EUC, Kirkland Room

1:30 – 2:30 p.m.

How to Translate Your Life Experiences into Career Opportunities 

Every experience—from coursework and internships to leadership roles, volunteer work, and part-time jobs—helps build skills that employers value. Hear from a panel of talent acquisition professionals as they share what stands out during the hiring process and learn how to confidently translate your experiences into compelling stories that open the door to career opportunities.

Location: Auditorium 

Career Services & Professional Headshots: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

The Career and Professional Development (CPD) Suite, located right next to Chick-fil-A, is opening its doors exclusively for Bryan School students today only from 10:00 AM–2:00 PM.

Stop by to:

  • Have your résumé reviewed
  • Enjoy a micro-coaching session
  • Elevate your LinkedIn profile
  • Craft your elevator pitch for the evening’s Company Mixer
  • Try out the self service headshot photo booth
  • Earn Bryan Gold points by visiting one of the stations

Location: UNCG Career and Professional Development Suite
Time: 10:00 AM–2:00 PM

Need a professional headshot to showcase on your updated LinkedIn profile? Loved one of the sessions but wish you had more time to connect with the speaker? Want to explore graduate programs offered by the Bryan School?

Visit the Alexander Room (first floor, near the Kirkland Room) to make the most of your Professional Development Conference Experience.

  • Get a free professional headshot
  • Learn more about Bryan School Graduate Programs

Location: Alexander Room
Time: 10:00 AM–2:00 PM

Company Mixer: 3 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

We will cap off the day with a Company Mixer featuring over 30 different companies and organizations that want to meet you! Join us for this informal meet and greet where students can get face time with employers who are ready to learn more about you, talk about their professional experiences, and discuss opportunities at their company.

The attire for the event will be business casual. Be prepared to talk about who you are and what you want to accomplish in your career. If there are specific companies you want to meet (listed below), you are encouraged to do some research on their website ahead of time.

Make sure to visit the Career and Professional Development Suite earlier in the day for tips and tricks on how to mingle with company representatives at the Company Mixer (EUC, near the Chick-fil-A, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.)

Location: EUC, Cone Ballroom

  • Allegiance Staffing 
  • Alro Steel Corporation 
  • Arch MI 
  • Bank of America 
  • Campus Greensboro 
  • Cintas 
  • CliftonLarsonAllen 
  • Cogent Analytics 
  • Cone Health 
  • Dean Dorton 
  • Duncan Ashe P.A. 
  • Enterprise Mobility 
  • Furnitureland South 
  • Greensboro Police Department 
  • Hawthorne Residential Partners 
  • John Deere Kernersville 
  • JPMorgan Chase 
  • Landmark Builders 
  • Lenovo 
  • National Agents Alliance 
  • National Fleet Management 
  • Novant Health 
  • Old Dominion Freight Line 
  • ProKidney 
  • State Employees’ Credit Union 
  • Syngenta 
  • Thermo Fisher Scientific 
  • Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions 
  • Toyota North Carolina 
  • Tri-State Steel Products 
  • Volvo Group 

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