Elon Business Analytics Day

Ignite the Future: AI in Action, Powered by Mentorship

Thursday, March 27, 2025
LaRose Digital Theatre
Koury Business Center

About the Event

Elon Business Analytics Day is a signature event bringing together industry leaders, academics, and students to explore the transformative power of artificial intelligence in the business world. This year’s theme, “Ignite the Future: AI in Action, Powered by Mentorship,” highlights how mentorship bridges the gap between innovation and impact, enabling the next generation of data-driven leaders to thrive.

Participants will gain invaluable insights into how AI is shaping industries and discover the critical role of mentorship in fostering skills, leadership, and collaboration in the evolving world of business analytics.

Why Attend?

  • Learn from Experts: Engage with AI and analytics professionals who are shaping the future of business.
  • Discover Innovation: See AI solutions in action, from startups to multinational corporations.
  • Connect with Mentors: Participate in mentorship sessions designed to guide students and young professionals in their career journey.
  • Network: Build connections with industry leaders, faculty, and peers passionate about the power of AI and analytics.

Schedule of Event

Event Highlights

This event is perfect for:

  • Business and analytics students seeking guidance and career inspiration.
  • Professionals exploring AI’s role in modern business strategy.
  • Industry leaders looking to share expertise and connect with future talent.

Networking and Breakfast - 7:00 - 8:00 am

Join us for breakfast and networking in the Koury Business Center Atrium.

Industry Resume Review and Mentor Activity - 8:00 - 9:00 am: LaRose Digital Theatre

Student may bring their resume to be reviewed by our panelists and guests.

Workshops - 9:00 - 10:00 am

  • The Generative AI and Tools workshop will be held in the Reed Finance Center at 9:00 am.
  • The Succeed in Job Search and Early Career Mentorship will be held in Sankey Hall 308 at 9:00 am.

Projects at the Center for Organizational Analytics - 10:00 am -12:00 pm

Explore the innovative projects of our students at the Center for Organizational Analytics through engaging posters and presentations. Join us in the Koury Business Center Atrium, where students will showcase their work and share insights.

Panel Discussions - 1:00 - 3:00 pm

  • Women in business analytics – 1:00 – 1:35 pm, LaRose Digital Theatre
    • Led by:
      • Haya Ajjan, Associate Dean of the Martha and Spencer Love School of Business and Professor of Management Information Systems, Elon University
      • Gayle Bieler, Senior Director, Center for Data Science and AI, RTI International
      • Grace Chadwick, Chief Operating Officer, Crumbl Cookies
      • Magdaline Frank, Director of Data Science and Advanced Analytics, Hanes Brands Inc
      • Rachyl Jackson ’17, Media Director and Co-Founder, FireTeam
  • Career insights in healthcare analytics – 1:40 – 2:15 pm, LaRose Digital Theatre
    • Led by:
      • Chris DeRienzo, MD, Senior Vice President, Chief Physician Executive, American Hospital Association
      • Stephen Blackwelder, Executive Director, Technology Partnerships, Duke Health
      • Preston Hammock, Regional President of Greensboro Market & Senior Vice President, Cone Health
  • AI governance, ethics and cybersecurity – 2:20 – 2:55 pm, LaRose Digital Theatre
    • Led by:
      • Erkang Zheng, Founder and CEO, JupiterOne
      • Brad Manganello, CAO, Citi
      • John Wimmer, former CIO, Xanterra Parks & Resorts
      • Jason Smith, Senior Incident Response Analyst, DeepSeas

HBI Business Analytics Challenge - 3:00 - 4:30 pm: LaRose Digital Theatre

Recruiting Fair - 5:00 - 6:00 pm: Koury Business Center Atrium

Closing Remarks - 6:00 - 7:00 pm: LaRose Digital Theatre

Event Registration