Events

Ivy Sales Innovation Summit

Sun Room, Iowa State University Memorial Union 2229 Lincoln Way, Ames, Iowa, United States

Join us on May 14 for the third annual Ivy Sales Innovation Summit, designed for leaders and teams who are seeking best practices in sales. This year’s summit features three engaging speakers talking about motivation and performance psychology, plus a fascinating exploration of how understanding your strengths can unlock potential and maximize performance.

2024 Ivy Women in Business Awards Nomination Deadline

The Ivy College of Business is now accepting nominations for the annual Ivy Women in Business Awards. The awards celebrate women in business, and their champions, and serve as an opportunity to inspire college women as they prepare for a bright future in business.

The nomination deadline is May 24, 2024.

Donuts with the Dean

Granite Hallway, Gerdin Business Building 2167 Union Dr, Ames, IA

We’re celebrating the start of a new school year with free coffee, donuts, orange juice, and fruit on August 27. Stop by the Granite Hallway of the Gerdin Business Building and fuel up for your morning classes!

Ivy Student Org Expo

Kingland Hub, 1450 Gerdin Business Building 2167 Union Drive, Ames, IA, United States

Want to get involved in a student organization at the Ivy College of Business? Stop by the Ivy Student Org Expo on September 4 and visit any of our student organization booths.

InternChips and Queso

South Campanile Lawn Iowa State University, Ames, IA

Students are invited to learn about internships through conversations with current and former interns. Enjoy free chips and queso as part of this informal, come-and-go style event.

Finance Speaker Series: Hülya Eraslan

2446 Gerdin Business Building 2167 Union Drive, Ames, IA, United States

The Department of Finance is pleased to welcome Hülya Eraslan for a Finance Speaker Series lecture on September 6. Eraslan is the Ralph O’Connor Professor of Economics at Rice University.

Accounting Speaker Series: Shawn Huang

2446 Gerdin Business Building 2167 Union Drive, Ames, IA, United States

The Department of Accounting is pleased to welcome Shawn Huang for an Accounting Speaker Series lecture on September 6. The lecture is open to the public with no charge for admission.

Learn @ Lunch Speaker Series

The Register Room, Capital Square 400 Locust St, Suite 119, Des Moines, IA

Join us for an engaging Learn at Lunch conversation with featured speaker Brian Dieter, president and CEO of Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames. Dieter will discuss Mary Greeley’s journey to become Iowa’s first (and so far only) recipient of the Baldrige National Quality Award and lessons learned over 25 years at the medical center. Seating is limited; please register by September 6.

Management and Entrepreneurship Speaker Series: Susan Cohen

2446 Gerdin Business Building 2167 Union Drive, Ames, IA, United States

The Department of Management and Entrepreneurship is pleased to welcome Susan Cohen for a Management and Entrepreneurship Speaker Series lecture on September 13. The lecture is open to the public with no charge for admission.

Finance Speaker Series: Markus Pelger

3164 Gerdin Business Building 2167 Union Dr, Ames, IA, United States

The Department of Finance is pleased to welcome Markus Pelger for a Finance Speaker Series lecture on September 13. The lecture is open to the public with no charge for admission.

Business Week 2024

Gerdin Business Building 2167 Union Drive, Ames, IA, United States

Every day is a great day to be part of the Ivy College of Business, but we especially love Business Week. During this annual celebration, you can take advantage of professional development opportunities, engage in a community service project, network with potential employers, and enjoy treats and fun around the Gerdin Business Building.

Employer Panel: “Thriving at Work: Employee Engagement and Company Culture”

Kingland Hub, 1450 Gerdin Business Building 2167 Union Drive, Ames, IA, United States

Join us in the Kingland Hub for an engaging panel discussion about the importance of organizational culture and actions you can take to find the right organization for you. From questions to ask during the interview process, to how to find opportunities to grow in your new organization, our expert panelists will share their insights and answer your questions.