MONDAY, APRIL 12
Business Ethics Roundtable
7:30 - 9:00 a.m.
Toner Student Center Lounge
To kick off a week-long celebration of entrepreneurship at Saint Mary's University, the Kabara Institute for Entrepreneurial Studies and the Hendrickson Institute for Ethical Leadership will partner to offer a roundtable breakfast event focused on white collar crime issues in today's society. Winona business leaders, students, and the SMU community will be invited to hear from guest speaker, Justin Paperny. Paperny was a former UBS stockbroker who will share his personal story of unethical business practice.
Dress to Impress
7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Common Room, Third Floor Saint Mary's Hall
Later in the evening, through a partnership with the Saint Teresa Leadership and Service Institute for Women, the Kabara Institute will host a fun event aimed to educate young adults on the importance of what is appropriate to wear as a business owner and young professional.
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TUESDAY, APRIL 13
Women's Symposium
3:45 - 8:30 p.m.
Toner Student Center Lounge
SMU students: no cost
Students from other schools: $10
Other/general public: $25
Continuing the partnership with SMU's Saint Teresa Leadership and Service Institute for Women, a four- hour symposium will be offered for individuals who would like to learn more about the challenges and opportunities women face in a business setting. The symposium begins with the reflections and findings of the White House Project Report: Benchmarking Women's Leadership, noting women's progress toward equality in the work place and community. Attendees are then welcome to attend one of three breakout sessions which focus on women in the sciences, women in religion, and women in politics. Special presentations by current students related to their engagement in volunteerism, activism and women's status will also be shared. The evening concludes with dinner and keynote address by successful entrepreneur Martha Rossini Olson, owner of Sweet Martha's Cookie Jar, seller of millions of chocolate chip cookies each year at the Minnesota State Fair.
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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 14
Social Entrepreneurship Keynote:
Lisa Nigro, Founder of Inspiration Café
7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Dining Room, Toner Student Center
Lisa Nigro, a Chicago police officer, felt compelled to help the many homeless people she encountered in the Uptown area. She began loading up a red wagon with sandwiches and coffee to distribute on the streets. In 1989, she founded Inspiration Café on Chicago's north side. Her business quickly expanded to not only providing meals but also offering case management, support groups, life-skills training, financial assistance and other services to homeless men and women. Lisa's inspirational story was chosen from more than 2,000 entries in the TrueNorth competition. TrueNorth debuted a 60-second commercial about Lisa and the Inspiration Café, directed by Oscar-winning actress Helen Hunt, during the 2009 Academy Awards presentation.
Learn more about Lisa's passion at: www.inspirationcorp.org.
View the Inspiration Café commercial at: www.smumn.edu/inspirationcafe.
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THURSDAY, APRIL 15
Professor for a Day:
Dave Anderson, Founder of Famous Dave's BBQ
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. & 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Toner Student Center Lounge
Dave Anderson – entrepreneur, author and visionary – will share his views on integrity, work ethic, and his personal philosophy. After an outstanding response in April 2009, Dave will be visiting campus again to share his motivational story as a visiting professor for the day. Dave will share his entrepreneurial perspectives with those who are looking to be educated and inspired to chase after their personal goals and dreams.
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FRIDAY, APRIL 16
Celebrate Winona's Entrepreneurial Spirit
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Luncheon & Informal Business Networking
Toner Student Center Lounge
To conclude our weeklong celebration of entrepreneurship, a final gathering on the Saint Mary's University Winona campus will highlight and celebrate the City of Winona's rich entrepreneurial history. A special luncheon will bring students and entrepreneurs together for a unique networking opportunity. Business owners are encouraged to bring print materials for a community display highlighting Winona's entrepreneurial spirit. Attendees will enjoy a light meal provided by the Kabara Institute for Entrepreneurial Studies.
