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.

This year’s lineup includes 30+ distinguished professionals across 10+ industries, from early-stage startups to global firms. Participants include:
• C-suite executives featured in a CEO & Founder panel
• 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 Mission BBQ CEO Bill Kraus.

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: Corporate Finance, Investing, Private Equity
• Room 209: Consulting and Corporate Strategy

• Room 204: Entrepreneurship, Legal, & Real Estate
• Room 214: Healthcare

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