What is the purpose of our MBA Summit?
The MBA Summit is designed to add momentum to your career by bringing together MBA students, alumni, faculty, staff, and industry experts.
This Fall, we will partner Career and Professional Development to bring you during the day to events at our Life Skills Career Summit!
Who can attend the MBA Summit?
The MBA Summit is open to all active MBA students, incoming (deposited) MBA students, and recent MBA alumni.
What are the benefits of attending the MBA Summit?
By attending the MBA Summit, you will have the opportunity to:
– Meet and connect with MBA peers, faculty, and industry leaders.
– Explore career opportunities and refresh your professional profile.
– Connect with Employers at the Life Skills Career Summit.
– Have fun and enjoy the campus and city of High Point
When and where is the MBA Summit?
Tuesday, February 10th, 2026! This is during your Spring 1 Session, so plan for a daylong pause to focus on your career!
Is the MBA Summit required?
No, but it is a great opportunity!
Will there be a virtual attendance option for the MBA Summit?
No, sorry. We want this to be an intimate in person only event.
How can I register for the MBA Summit?
Prospective & Incoming Students – Contact Graduate Admissions Counselor, Indya Addison [email protected] to RSVP!
Current Students & Recent Alumni – Contact the MBA Director, Dr. Nasir Assar [email protected] to RSVP!
Is there a registration fee?
No. The MBA Summit is free!
What is included with registration?
Registration includes access to all sessions, workshops, panels, networking events, meals, and refreshments. Some are eligible for a complementary hotel room.
Who is eligible for a complementary hotel room?
Participants who fly in or have more than a 90-minute drive from campus. Let us know if you need transportation from the hotel to campus.
Will my travel expenses be covered?
No, sorry. We must keep expenses under control so more can participate.
This is the 9/22/2026 MBA Summit Agenda – draft update as of 3/11
| Time | Location | Event |
| 8:30-9:30am | Slane Cafe | Breakfast with MBA Alumni |
| 9:45 -11:25am | Phillips Hall – Auditorium | MBA Alumni Panel |
| 11:40am -12:30pm | Congdon Hall – Callicutt Life Skills Theater | Keynote – TBD Life Skills Certification |
| 12:40-1:30pm | Congdon Hall 2nd Floor Boardroom | Power Lunch with TBD Book signings with TBD |
| 1:30pm – 3:00pm | Qubein Arena – Conference Center (take shuttle from R.G. Wanek) | Life Skills Career Summit, visit employer tables |
| 3:00-3:15pm | R.G. Wanek | Take Shuttle from Qubein Arena to R.G. Wanek. Walk to Congdon Hall |
| 3:30-5:10pm | R.G. Wanek – Extraordinaire Theater | MBA Faculty Career Advice Panel and 1:1 coaching |
| 5:10-6:30pm | R.G. Wanek the Point Grille | Takeaway discussion/dinner |
Life Skills Career Summit is Same Day by Design! Do register on Handshake with your HPU Account.
We partner with Career and Professional Development’s Life Skills Career Summit.
Photos from past Life Skills Career Summit that MBA Summit participants also attended.
For more information, please visit the Career and Professional Development website, and your HPU login on Handshake
We request a review and refresh of your LinkedIn, Cover Letter, and Resume before you arrive, so you will be ready!
This will be done by a Career Advisor or a trained Phillip School of Business Faculty member.
Moderator: Dr. Nasir Assar, MBA Director
Panelists: Elizabeth Boles, MBA ’25, Senior Director of Alumni Engagement and Development Events, High Point University
Noah Thornburg, Healthcare Management MBA ‘ 25
Ryan Ayers, MBA ’23, Advancement Officer, Institutional Advancement, High Point University
Jade Isola, MBA ’25, Ralph Lauren Selling Specialist for Belk
Moderator: Indya Addison, MBA Graduate Recruiter
Panelists:
Dr. Nasir Assar, MBA Director
Dr. Miguel Sahagun, Associate Professor of Marketing
Dr. Rivin Perinchery, Assistant Professor of Economics
