The MBA Student Association (MBASA) Speaker Series brings in distinguished members of the business community from all industries to speak about the contemporary business world. As a student lead event, we carefully curate topics and discussions that are of particular interest of the graduate student body.

Through the Speaker Series, MBASA hopes to help students by creating a value-added experience to the MBA program – giving student insight into the real application of theories taught in the classroom in all avenues of business.

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November 8th marked a milestone at the Venture Development Center (VDC) at Horn Entrepreneurship Official, University of Delaware, where creativity met practical application. Our event was charged with the vibrant energy of aspiring entrepreneurs and seasoned experts, discussing two cutting-edge case studies: the launch of a digital event booking platform and a business case centered on data-driven strategies to enhance user engagement. The session was incredibly engaging, featuring robust discussions about performance metrics and innovative approaches to customer feedback loops. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our guest speakers, Manish Kulkarni and Analisa Vizzoni, whose insights were invaluable, and to Amy J. Estey, whose efforts in organizing the event were instrumental. Special thanks to all the MBA students from the Alfred Lerner College of Business & Economics who showed their commitment to growth—both personal and professional. We are eager to support you as you apply these insights to your future endeavors.

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The MBA Student Association at the University of Delaware had the honor of welcoming Megan Pillsbury, the visionary Founder and CEO of Dunya Analytics, for an enlightening session on climate risk analytics and sustainability. Megan shared her transformative career journey, from her pivotal roles at Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley to her ambitious venture with Dunya Analytics—a SaaS startup dedicated to addressing the business implications of biodiversity loss. Her passion for sustainability, fintech, and innovation captivated our audience, underscoring the essential role that sustainable practices must play in the future of business. We extend our deepest appreciation to Amy J. Estey and Professor Tomé Salgueiro for their invaluable assistance in organizing this event, as well as to the Lerner School of Business, Career Services, the BAIM Graduate Student Association, and Horn Entrepreneurship Official for their collaborative efforts. Please keep an eye on our UD MBASA page for updates about our upcoming meetings—we are excited about what the future holds!

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