Upcoming Alumni Events

(Charlotte) School of Business Young Alumni Happy Hour

Calling all recent graduates! School of Business alumni from the classes of 20212026 are invited to a special Young Alumni Happy Hour designed to grow your local Biz Deac network. Drop by anytime 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. on September 29 to enjoy two drink tickets (beer/wine), appetizers, and great company. Your happy hour registration fee covers your event access. For an additional $10, you can opt to donate directly to the WFU School of Business Annual Fund and make a meaningful impact on current Wake Forest students and programs. Every donation counts. Plus, we will have black and gold swag on-hand to share! We hope you can join us and catch up with fellow Charlotte-area Wake Foresters. You are welcome to register one guest! Hosted locally by Alumni Council Chair-elect Lucas Prillaman (MSA ’17).

(Virtual) The Coach Is In! October 6

School of Business alumni have continued access to career guidance and resources after graduation. Schedule a 45-minute appointment with a career coach for help with resume review, mock interview prep, job search strategies and more.

(Charlotte) School of Business AI Leadership Series: Lessons from an Advertising Agency Executive

Wake Forest University School of Business presents candid conversations with industry leaders on how their organizations are using AI. This is the first session offered in the Leadership Series. How AI Is Rewriting the Marketing Playbook: Lessons from an Advertising Agency Executive A Conversation with Ged King, former CEO of Sales Factory Professor of Practice and Academic Director Digital Marketing and AI, School of Professional Studies Optional Networking Reception | 5:30 – 6:20 p.m.Conversation with Ged King | 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Note: This session is offered on two consecutive days. You are registering for Tuesday, October 6, in Charlotte. No AI background is necessary to attend. Open to the WFU community and free to the public. Registration is required. You are welcome to register one guest. We hope you can join us! Additional dates will be offered in this Leadership Series. Check the School of Business calendar for details.

(Winston-Salem) School of Business AI Leadership Series: Lessons from an Advertising Agency Executive

Wake Forest University School of Business presents candid conversations with industry leaders on how their organizations are using AI. This is the first session offered in the Leadership Series. How AI Is Rewriting the Marketing Playbook: Lessons from an Advertising Agency Executive A Conversation with Ged King, former CEO of Sales Factory Professor of Practice and Academic Director Digital Marketing and AI, School of Professional Studies Optional Networking Reception | 5:30 – 6:20 p.m.Conversation with Ged King | 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Note: This session is offered on two consecutive days. You are registering for Wednesday, October 7, in Winston-Salem. No AI background is necessary to attend. Open to the WFU community and free to the public. Registration is required. You are welcome to register one guest. We hope you can join us! Additional dates will be offered in this Leadership Series. Check the School of Business calendar for details.

(Virtual) Navigating the Network

Interested in finding connections using the School of Business alumni network? Let us help you! The Alumni Engagement team is hosting a series of virtual “Navigating the Network” sessions to show you the capabilities of both Wake Network & LinkedIn so that you can connect with fellow Deacs by company, industry or city. This is a great opportunity for those interested in relocating or making a career change. This session is open to School of Business alumni.

(Virtual) Executive Panel: Leading with Edge and Empathy

Join us for an inspiring virtual panel hosted by the Allegacy Financial Center for Leadership and Character. Led by Interim Dean Norma Montague, this candid conversation features two accomplished executives who are actively redefining what influence looks like in the modern workplace. Together, they will pull back the curtain on how to leverage empathy alongside rigorous business acumennavigating high-stakes decision-making, setting non-negotiable strategic boundaries, and leading through change without sacrificing drive or authenticity. Featuring Co-founder and President of CRH Healthcare Andrea Malik Roe (99), and Senior VP of Marketing and Customer Engagement at Flow Automotive Companies, Amy Reynolds (MBA 19). Key Takeaways: How to dismantle the myth that empathetic leadership compromises executive presence or firmness.Practical strategies to turn empathy into a measurable business tool that builds team agility and trust. Navigating the “double bind”balancing warmth, decisiveness and core business authority.How rising female leaders can build career longevity and avoid burnout while driving high-impact results. Open to School of Business alumni and current MBA students.

(Washington, DC) Alumni Workshop: The New Rules of Getting Hired in DC

The DC job market has shiftedAI screening is the new norm, and traditional search strategies are no longer enough. Whether you’re actively looking or future-proofing your career, staying competitive means mastering new tools and knowing how to position your experience. Join Allison McWilliams, Assistant VP, Alumni Personal & Career Development, Sharron Vogler, Director, Alumni & MBA Career Development, and a panel of DC professionals for an interactive, two-hour session designed to give you a clear advantage: Crack the ATS: Learn exact tactics to pass automated AI screeners and get your resume to a human reader. Gain Industry Insights: Hear directly from a panel of DC professionals on how AI is reshaping their organizations, industries, and recruitment. Fluency & Pitch Practice: Sharpen your AI knowledge and test your professional story during facilitated networking. Leave with an updated job search strategy, a tested pitch, and clear steps for your next move. Drinks and food provided. Open to WFU alumni. Location: Wake Washington Center.

(Washington, DC) School of Business Table for 10

The School of Business wants you at the table. Literally. Biz Deac alumni are invited to Table for 10: an exclusive, small-group breakfast designed to bring alumni together in a way weve never done before. Hosted by Director of Alumni & MBA Career Development Sharron Vogler, this DC gathering is intentionally small to keep the conversation big. No program, no podiums – just business alumni sharing a cozy meal and meaningful dialogue. Breakfast at Kramer’s includes an entree and beverage of your choice for a subsidized registration fee of $10. To keep this a true ‘Table for 10’ concept, we are limiting the reservation to nine alumni [plus our host] and are unable to accommodate guests. We hope you will join us at the table!

(Raleigh) School of Business Alumni Happy Hour

School of Business alumni (undergraduate and graduate) are invited to this laid-back networking event designed to grow your local Biz Deac circle. Drop by The Yard House at North Hills anytime from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. and connect with Triangle area Wake Foresters. Weve got your evening covered with two drink tickets (beer/wine), appetizers and great company (included in your $10 registration fee). You are invited to register one guest. Hosted locally by Alumni Council member Max Fitzgerald (MBA ’04).

(Virtual) Job Search 2026: The New Rules of Getting Hired [Part II]

Explore how AI, networking, LinkedIn and resumes have changedand what actually works! This dynamic, two-part virtual career strategy series will teach you how to bypass the black hole of online applications, tap into the hidden job market through high-impact networking and optimize your resume and LinkedIn presence using AI and proven tactical positioning. Part I (September 23): Market Overview, Ignite Your Network, & The Hidden Job Market. You will learn how complex the job search and application process has become, why your network is so vital and where to find opportunities that are not on LinkedIn.Part II (October 16): Tactical Resume & LinkedIn Optimization for Today’s Market. You will learn how to tailor your resume and maximize LinkedIn resources to your advantage. Note: While participation in Part I is encouraged, it is not required to register for Part II. Led by Sharron Vogler, Director of Alumni and MBA Career Development for the School of Business. Open to School of Business alumni and currently enrolled MBA students.

(Orlando) School of Business Table for 10

The School of Business wants you at the table. Literally. Biz Deac alumni are invited to Table for 10: an exclusive, small-group dinner designed to bring alumni together in a way weve never done before. Hosted by Interim Dean for the School of Business, Dr. Norma Montague, this gathering in Orlando is intentionally small to keep the conversation big. No program, no podiums – just business alumni sharing a warm meal and meaningful dialogue. Dinner includes a salad, choice of entree, beverage and dessert for a subsidized registration fee of $30. To keep this a true ‘Table for 10’ concept, we are limiting the reservation to nine alumni [plus our host] and are unable to accommodate guests. We hope you will join us at the table!

(Greenville, SC) School of Business Alumni Happy Hour

School of Business alumni are invited to this laid-back networking event designed to grow your local Biz Deac circle. Weve got your evening covered with two drink tickets (beer/wine), appetizers and great company (included in your $10 registration fee). Drop by anytime and meet fellow Greenville, SC area Wake Foresters. You are invited to register one guest. Hosted by faculty member Dr. Julie Wayne (P ’26, P ’28). Open to School of Business alumni and current MBA students.