Sellinger Connect Series
The Sellinger Connect Series brings together a diverse group of Loyola alumni, faculty, and other industry experts to discuss the latest trends, emerging technologies, and disruptive strategies that are shaping the future of business. These panel discussion webinars are held from 5pm-6pm and are open to the public. The series is an excellent way to stay informed on key business topics and connected with Sellinger.
Unlocking the Power of Generative AI: Transformative Applications in Communication and Business
In partnership with Loyola’s Emerging Media M.A. Program
November 14 | 5-6pm | Register
It is hard to go a week without hearing an announcement about new AI tools or capabilities, or to see articles, stories, and hype about what these technologies can do. But how are people actually incorporating AI into their jobs? In this panel you will hear from four experienced professionals who will share different ways they are actually engaging various AI tools into the work their teams do. This can range from content creation, to data analysis, to automating workflows, and other applications. Attendees can expect to get concrete examples and recommendations for how they can take advantage of these emerging technologies and improve the quality of work that they do.
Panelists
Richard Call, Lead Product Marketer at EcoMap
Nicole Doster, Content Director at Trusted Media Brands
Todd Marks, Founder and CEO of Mindgrub
Peter Guerra, Global Vice President, Data & AI at Oracle Corp
Moderators
Dr. Gloria Phillips-Wren, Professor of Information Systems
Dr. Gregory Hoplamazian, Associate Professor of Communication and Media
Previous Events and Recordings
Fostering a More Human Focused Experience at Work
The recent COVID-19 pandemic radically changed the nature of work. The pandemic forced
organizations to change how and from where people worked. This experience showed managers
that employees could be trusted to get their work done remotely, but also created
a sense that life was more than just work thus prompting employees to seek more flexibility.
Furthermore, employee well-being has been significantly impacted since the pandemic
as indicated by increased levels of stress, burnout, and loneliness.
One way to combat these issues is to create a more human experience at work. The human
experience of work is focused on improving well-being and performance by emphasizing
the importance of purpose and meaning at work. To create a more human experience at
work, I argue that managers need to focus on three important areas:
- Fostering Positive Relationships
- Having Fun at Work
- Promoting Employee Engagement
Not only has my research shown how important these three areas are to creating a more
positive work environment, but these are some of the key pillars being used by Hilton,
which has been ranked as the #2 best place to work on Fortune’s 100 Best Places to
Work.
Further, the idea of the human experience at work is aligned with two important values
from Ignatian Spirituality—Cura Personalis and Contemplatives in Action. By focusing
on such values organizations can develop a sense of Magis in their employees both
in terms of their well-being and performance. In this conversation, I will lay out
my case for this argument and the panelists will provide practical examples from their
experiences to provide further context on the importance of creating a human experience
at work.
Moderator:
Dr. John Michel
Associate Professor in Management, Loyola University Maryland
Organizational Psychologist
Panelists:
Lynn Argenbright
VP, Employee Benefits Advisor, PSA Insurance & Financial Services
MBA, Loyola University Maryland
Aravind Menon
Senior Director Human Resources, Global Grooming at Proctor & Gamble
MBA, Loyola University Maryland
Dave Luvison
Professor & Executive in Residence in Management, Loyola University Maryland
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Predictive Analytics: Driving More Effective & Successful Marketing Outcomes
Many industries, as well as multiple functional areas within any given organization, use predictive analytics. Marketing was an early adopter of the technology and remains one of the most significant users of predictive analytics to enable marketers to forecast the behavior of individuals and, in turn, drive more effective programs and outcomes. Put simply, using predictive analytics removes doubt, guesswork, and intuition and provides a framework for data-driven decision making.
Our panelists will provide their insights on predictive analytics, how the technology is being used, and what's in store for the future. As well, attendees will have the opportunity to submit questions for the panelists.
Moderator:
Auburn Bell
Executive in Residence, Faculty
Sellinger School of Business, Loyola University Maryland
Panelists:
Colin Kendall
Chief Marketing Officer
SC&H Group
Moira McCaffrey
Senior Director, Digital Media & Advertising Performance
McCormick & Company
Brandon Parrott-Sheffer
Head of Polycultral Research, Ethos
Deloitte Digital
Meredith Quirk
Vice President, Data & Analysis
Digitas North America
Supply Chain 2023 & Beyond: Forging the Future by Applying Pandemic-Era Wisdom
The past few years have seen disruptions in supply chains due to the Covid-19 pandemic. This was further exacerbated by other issues such as the Suez Canal blockage, the Ukraine-Russia war, and the Federal Reserve's monetary policy.
Our panel of experts will discus how these challenges impacted supply chains, innovative solutions used, and how they are preparing to enhance supply chain resilience in an ever-changing global landscape.
Moderators:
Dr. Jay Brown
Associate Professor of Operations Management
Sellinger School of Business, Loyola University Maryland
Dr. Ravi Srinivasan
Professor of Operations Management
Sellinger School of Business, Loyola University Maryland
Panelists:
Michael Dockman
Managing Director, AMA Capital Partners
BBA, Finance, Loyola University Maryland
MBA, The University of Chicago
MS, Johns Hopkins University
Houston Mason
Adjunct Professor, Sellinger School of Business, Loyola University Maryland
Director of Logistics, Canam Steel Corporation
Previous President of CSCMP Baltimore Chapter
BSBA, University of Tennesse
MBA, Xavier University
Brant Matthews
Executive in Residence, Sellinger School of Business, Loyola University Maryland
Previous VP of Global Strategic Procurement, McCormick & Company
BS, Lehigh University
MS, Industrial Engineering, Lehigh University
Max Mendez
Inventory Planning Manager - Entities, Johns Hopkins Medicine
BBA, Technological Institute of San Lucas Potosi
MBA, Loyola University Maryland
The Convergence of Data & Economics
Our panel discussion will center around the convergence of data and economics, emphasizing how the application of economic theory enhances the quality of analysis.
Moderator:
Dr. Andrew Samuel
Professor of Economics
Sellinger School of Business, Loyola University Maryland
Panelists:
Anthony Bussanich
Corporate Transformation, JPMorgan
BA, Economics, Loyola University Maryland
Daniel Gorbaty
Previous Director of Heath Economics and Outcomes Research, FTI Consulting
BS, Biochemistry & Math Economics, Loyola University Maryland
MPH, Johns Hopkins University
Tom Hart
Data Strategy Lead, Point72
BBA, Business Economics, Loyola University Maryland
MBA, Binghamton University
Bryan Nelson
Senior Corporate Strategy, Teradata
BA, Economics & Political Science, Loyola University Maryland
MBA, University Virginia
JD, Seton Hall University
Norm Sedgely
Professor of Economics, Sellinger School of Business, Loyola University Maryland
BA, University of New Hampshire
MA, University of New Hampshire
PhD, University of New Hampshire
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