- Signature Co-Op Programs
- Internship-based Programs
- Graduate Programs
- The SOBEL Advantage
- Learning Your Way
Signature Co-op Programs:
Internship-based Programs:
2 semesters internship experience
and preparation for successful careers
Graduate Programs:
Developing successful, knowledgeable
managers and entrepreneurs
The SOBEL Advantage:
Extensive opportunities to engage
the real world
Learning Your Way:
Rigorous academic programs that
embrace different learning styles
In the Spotlight
CEO Forum Highlights
The 16th Annual CEO Forum was attended by more than 400 people. The topic “Leadership: Doing the Right Things In Challenging Times” was addressed in a variety of ways. Keith Busse addressed the general economy as well as some things to do to keep a business viable. Karen Richards, Prosecuting Attorney of Allen County, identified some things to particularly pay attention to in troubling times that will make your organization more safe and secure. Pete Eshelman then led nine top-notch CEO’s in a panel discussion that focused on the things that separates the outstanding leaders from all the others. The panel members were Kathy Carrier, Brian Emerick, Michael Himes, Matt Kelley, Helen Murray, Eugene Parker, Joe Ruffolo, Carol Shuttleworth-Sanders, Marilyn Moran-Townsend. Their comments revolved around the following: opportunity, cutting losses, enthusiasm, self-confidence, the impossible, positive attitude, communication, thinking, integrity, managing risk, respect, and legacy. The panelists shared personal stories as to how they dealt with, implemented, and managed these critical components of business success.
SCORE Partnership
The Fort Wayne chapter of SCORE (Service Corp of Retired Executives) is partnering with SoBEL to provide volunteer faculty/staff mentorship, academic tutoring, classroom speakers, and guidance for students throughout the 2009 Business Plan Competition.
Mentorship Program
The incoming 16 EPIC students will have the privilege of having a professional mentor from the business community. John Peirce of Indiana Stamp has voluntarily recruited this outstanding group of CEOs, executive vice presidents, and business owners to commit to meeting with their student throughout the school year. SoBEL hopes to extend this opportunity to the rest of its students in the future. “We are extremely excited for our students as they pursue and learn from this mentor/mentee relationship...we are truly humbled by the caliber of mentors who have volunteered their time.” noted Phil Maurizi, EPIC Program Coordinator.