April 2014 Spotlight

 

More than two dozen executives received an educational experience of a lifetime at Webster University's leadership workshop, Raising Your Game and Driving Superior Performance.  During the week-long workshop, program participants engaged in activities and field experiences designed to challenge their thinking about leadership, guide their leadership development and show them how to maximize their impact on their organization.  Learn more.

 

Nearly 75 high school students put their programming skills to the test at the Walker School's 11th Annual Computer Programming Contest.  At the conclusion of the event, Dean Benjamin Akande asked students to think about success not in terms of money but rather how they can use their talents to solve problems.  Find out more.

Fifth-Third Bank Partners with Walker School for a Community Break

 

Representatives from Fifth-Third Bank met with Walker School students during Community Break Week to discuss financial solutions and internship and employment opportunities.  This event was a great way for students to network with professionals from the business community. Learn more.    
Upcoming Events
Student-Sponsored Dress to Impress Event:  
April 24 from 3:30 - 5 p.m.

You're invited to attend Walker EDGE's red carpet event, Dress to Impress. Organized by a team of students, this event will showcase easily accessible and inexpensive professional and business casual attire options for students.  


 

AT&T's Randall Stephenson Named Walker CEO of the Year
May 6 from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.

The Walker School will honor Randall Stephenson, chairman and chief executive officer of AT&T, on May 6.  Hosted at World Wide Technology, Mr. Stephenson will share what it takes to lead a 128-year old company that is in constant change.  Learn more and RSVP.


 

Professional Development
Career Change:  Surviving Job Loss

Jobs are short and candidates are plentiful.  While this is good for a company filling a position, it makes for stiff competition for those looking for a job.  If you're dealing with the emotion of losing your job, career coach David Hults has an action plan to help you navigate this difficult situation.  Get details.
 
Dean's Book Review:  Putting Employee Communication First

In today's ever-changing world, it's critical for organizational leaders to change their view that communication "just happens".  The book, The Credible Company, by Rodger D'Aprix outlines key principles leaders should follow in order to improve communication.  Read Dean Akande's  review of this book for details on D'Aprix's principles and insights on ways leaders can use communication strategies to connect with their employees.
 
Featured Video

Rodger Riney -
Rodger Riney, Scottrade founder & chief executive officer
Best of the Walker Speaker Series  

 

Ten years ago, Rodger Riney, founder and chief executive officer of Scottrade, presented, "An Entrepreneurial History of Bricks & Clicks," at the Walker Speaker Series.  In his lecture, he shared how he got started in the discount brokerage business, its evolution from Scottsdale Securities to Scottrade, and how the Internet changed the industry. 

 

While much has changed in the decade since he shared his story at the Walker School, Mr. Riney continues to be a leader in the financial services industry.  View his lecture for insights.

 

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