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Business Ethics Case Competition

Erik William Jeffries — Sun, 17 Nov 2024 21:22:38 +0000

Business Ethics Case Competition Erik William J… Sun, 11/17/2024 - 14:22

This team case competition is a partnership program with the Center for Ethics and Social Responsibility (CESR) to address the ethical dilemma of using prison labor to train AI programs for public good. The following amounts will be awarded to the top 3 teams to be split equally among team members: $7,500 for 1st place, $5,000 for 2nd place, and $2,500 for 3rd place.

Tuesday 10/15: Team or Individual Signup Deadline (11:59 pm)
Thursday 10/17: Teams Assigned & Case Released
Wed. 10/23: Executive Summaries Due (11:59 pm)
Wed. 10/30: Preliminary Round (6:00 to 8:00 pm)
Wed. 11/6: Final Round (5:30 to 7:00 pm)
Awards & Dinner (7:00 to 8:00 pm)

To participate either individually or as a pre-formed team, please signup here.

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Sustainability Bootcamp

Coco Goldman — Sat, 09 Nov 2024 01:43:30 +0000

Sustainability Bootcamp Coco Goldman Fri, 11/08/2024 - 18:43

Join CESR and Sustainability/ESG professionals for a 3.5-hour intensive workshop to learn how you can land a job in this rapidly growing field.

Topics to be discussed include an introduction to Business Sustainability and ESG, including environmental sustainability, social impact and DEI; and current trends and implications for students' career path. Self-select sessions in responsible investing, innovation, materiality assements/ESG reporting and ethics tailor the bootcamp experience to your career path.

Full Agenda Coming Soon.

Event Details:

11/8/2024
9:00 am - 12:30 pm
Event Starts in KOBL 100
Register Here!

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Leaders in Sustainability: Auden Schendler, SVP of Sustainability at Aspen One

Coco Goldman — Thu, 07 Nov 2024 01:48:51 +0000

Leaders in Sustainability: Auden Schendler, SVP of Sustainability at Aspen One Coco Goldman Wed, 11/06/2024 - 18:48

Join CESR for a discussion with Auden Schendler, VP of Sustainability at Aspen One, about his latest book Terrible Beauty, a story about the contradictions of the modern environmental movement and how to shift our intentions into meaningful action.

Light snacks provided.

Event Details:

11/6/2024
3:30-4:30pm
KOBL 342
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Start Ups and Sandwiches: LongPath Technologies

Erik William Jeffries — Tue, 15 Oct 2024 22:55:09 +0000

Start Ups and Sandwiches: LongPath Technologies Erik William J… Tue, 10/15/2024 - 16:55

Join CESR and Deming in a special Start Ups and Sandwiches focused on the climate tech company, LongPath Technologies. LongPath developed a cutting edge monitoring system to help oil and gas companies reduce methane emissions.

Event Details:

10/15/24
12:30-1:30 pm
ECCR 257
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�� Startups & Sandwiches

Startups & Sandwiches is a recurring event hosted by the Deming Center for Entrepreneurship at the Leeds School of Business, which brings connections and sandwiches with seasoned entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs, venture capitalists, connectors, technology leaders, and more! Each event provides students a unique opportunity to learn from our amazing and surprising guests, connect with influential figures in the entrepreneurial world, participate in a presentation, challenge, or discussion, and network with like-minded students while enjoying some tasty sandwiches from local businesses. Each guest brings a unique spin to every session. Glimpse into the startup ecosystem and explore your path toward entrepreneurship.

Space is limited and open to all �� students. Reserve your spot and sandwich now before the tickets are gone!

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Leaders in Sustainability: Geneviève Piché, Head of Sustainable Finance at Wells Fargo

Erik William Jeffries — Thu, 10 Oct 2024 13:49:10 +0000

Leaders in Sustainability: Geneviève Piché, Head of Sustainable Finance at Wells Fargo Erik William J… Thu, 10/10/2024 - 07:49

Presented in partnership with the Burridge Center for Finance.

Wells Fargo's Head of Sustainable Finance, Geneviève Piché, will join Kathryn Wendell, Executive Director of the Center for Ethics & Social Responsibility at Leeds for a fireside chat at CU Boulder on Thursday, Oct 10th at 5:00pm. Learn about Geneviève's career journey and Wells Fargo’s inspiring goal to deploy $500 billion in sustainable finance by 2030.

Event Details:

10/10/2024
5-6 p.m.
KOBL 100
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Trek to Expo West

Anonymous — Thu, 14 Mar 2024 18:14:16 +0000

Trek to Expo West Anonymous (not verified) Thu, 03/14/2024 - 12:14

CESR will lead a small group of students on the multi-day MBArk to Expo West, a gathering of MBA and grad students at the natural products industry’s largest event, featuring networking, educational sessions, and the MBArk CEO Breakfast. The Natural Products Expo West is the leading trade show in the natural, organic, and healthy products industry.

Event Details:

3/14 - 3/16
Anaheim, CA
Anaheim Convention Center
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Green Finance Summit: Navigating Sustainable Futures in the Financial World

Anonymous — Thu, 14 Mar 2024 07:00:00 +0000

Green Finance Summit: Navigating Sustainable Futures in the Financial World Anonymous (not verified) Thu, 03/14/2024 - 01:00

Join us March 14, 2024, as we delve into the complexities of navigating sustainability in the ever-evolving financial world. Thought leaders from academia and the finance industry will gather to tackle questions swirling at the intersection of finance, climate and technology. How does the finance industry play a role in addressing today’s challenges, both in investment management strategies and the allocation of resources via capital markets? These will be robust discussions with many points of view represented on the industry panels; not to be missed!

Event Details:

March 14th, 2024
Byron White @ Folsom Field
Burridge Center for Finance

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2024 NICC Championship Round and Celebration Reception

Anonymous — Fri, 01 Mar 2024 07:00:00 +0000

2024 NICC Championship Round and Celebration Reception Anonymous (not verified) Fri, 03/01/2024 - 00:00

NICC brings together graduate students and business executives that share a common commitment to innovative business practices that yield positive social, environmental and financial returns. Arrow Electronics has sponsored this year's event and developed a case that asks students to develop a biodiversity strategy for their multinational business. The winning team will receive $10,000! Join us to watch the teams present their impressive ideas in the championship round and for a celebration reception immediately following the event.

Event Details:

Friday March 1, 2024

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Business and Sustainability: Great Jobs and Current Trends

Anonymous — Fri, 23 Feb 2024 07:00:00 +0000

Business and Sustainability: Great Jobs and Current Trends Anonymous (not verified) Fri, 02/23/2024 - 00:00

Wondering how to set yourself apart and land a great job in the future? Top finance and consulting employers share how understanding sustainability – including environmental and social risks and opportunities - is key to success in every role, along with developing strong business skills. Join CESR for this panel at the Leeds Professionalism Summit.

Speakers Include:

Ramsay Huntley, Senior Advisor, Sustainable Finance at Wells Fargo

Tarek Haffar, Manger, Deloitte

Meg Parker Young, VP of ESG Strategy at Fannie Mae

Amy Halvorson (BusAdmin '10), Enterprise Sustainability Lead at Starbucks

Event Details:

2/23
Session 2 (10:10 – 11am) and Session 5 (2:10 – 3pm)
Leeds Business School

Registration:

Just for sophmores, sign up via the offical summit registration form.

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Carbon Accounting Workshop

Anonymous — Fri, 19 Jan 2024 07:00:00 +0000

Carbon Accounting Workshop Anonymous (not verified) Fri, 01/19/2024 - 00:00

Learn the ins and outs of carbon accounting from Colette Crouse (MBA '18) Director Carbon Services at Stok, and Jess Pearson (MBA '18) Senior ESG and Carbon Accounting Manager. This is a hands-on workshop, designed for business students interested in gaining a deeper knowledge about carbon management and accounting. A strong understanding of Excel is needed. Open to graduate and undergraduate students.

Event Details:

4/5/24 and 4/12/24
9 am - 2 pm
KOBL 218
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