Join us for one of the Owen community’s signature fall events, designed to connect business leaders from Nashville and beyond with students across the Full-Time MBA, Executive MBA, and Specialized Masters programs. While the event is veteran-hosted, all students—regardless of military background—are invited to attend and engage.

Prospective students interested in attending this networking day are also encouraged to come for a Campus Visit the day before. You can register for the September 25th Campus Visit here. 

This year’s lineup includes over 30 distinguished professionals, spanning 10+ industries, from early-stage startups to global firms. Participants include:
• 6 C-suite executives featured in a CEO & Founder panel
• 15+ military veterans who have successfully transitioned into high-impact private-sector roles
• Leaders across healthcare, finance, real estate, legal, tech, sports, private equity, and consulting
• Several Owen and Vanderbilt alumni

Whether you’re interested in career transitions, entrepreneurship, or gaining exposure to a wide variety of industries, this event offers a unique opportunity to connect and learn from senior leaders.

Event Agenda:

8:30 – 9:00 AM | Check-In & Coffee
Location: Owen Lobby Welcome table and informal networking

9:00 – 10:00 AM | Main Panel – Leading from the Front
Location: Owen Great Room
A moderated discussion with CEOs and Founders who share insights on leadership, decisionmaking, and building purpose-driven organizations.

10:00 – 10:15 AM | Transition Break
Grab a coffee and head to your breakout room.

10:15 – 11:00 AM | Breakout Sessions – Navigating Career Paths
Small-group discussions by function and industry:
• Room Averbuch 110: Finance, Investing, & Sports Leadership
• Room 209: Wealth Management & Corporate Banking
• Room 204: Entrepreneurship, Legal, & Real Estate
• Room 214: Healthcare, Strategy & Operations

11:00 – 12:00 PM | Open Networking
Location: Owen Lobby
Continue conversations and build meaningful connections with speakers and attendees.