The 12th Annual International Career Conference was held in January with 250 students, 27 speakers, and 15 companies in attendance and included eight workshops.  Team chair for the event was Ryan Pease.  Keynote speakers were Steve Trice, CEO of Jasco Products; Ms. Leanne Haworth, a leader in the California Space Authority's efforts to grow its international partnerships; and Mr. Goran Radman, chairman of Microsoft South-East Europe.  Faculty advisor for the International Career Conference is Dr. Barry Floyd.

Randy Bernard (right), CEO of the Professional Bull Riders, Inc. (PBR) was on campus as part of the Orfalea College of Business Distinguished Speakers Series.  Since Bernard has been at the helm of the Professional Bull Riders, Inc., the PBR has grown from 300,000 fans who attended PBR events in 1995 to an estimated 2.1 million fans who will attend PBR events in 2007.  His inspirational presentation was attended by students and community members alike.  Pictured with Randy is Bryce Ekern (Finance), who plans to intern at PBR.

Matt Landre (MBA ’03) was honored by The Tribune as one of the top 20 Under 40 rising business leaders in San Luis Obispo county.  Feted at a special luncheon in January, the competition is in its second year and celebrates the accomplishments of women and men who have demonstrated a commitment to their profession and community.  More than 80 nominations were received, and the winners were selected in December by a panel of six judges from the Economic Vitality Corp. of San Luis Obispo County.  Matt is currently a financial advisor with Coast Hills Federal Credit Union.

Feb 2 - Community Advisory Council, Dean's Conference Room, 12 - 2

Feb 8 - OCOB Business Student Council's Professional Development Speaker Series, Tim O'Brien, co-sponsored by American Marketing Association, Spanos Theatre, Cal Poly, 11:15am

Feb 16 - Holiday! - President's Birthday

Feb 22 - Fresno Alumni Reunion, hosted by Don Fischbach (HR ’69) at Baker, Manock & Jensen, contact Leslie at for more information

Feb 23 - Pre-Collegiate Symposium, Cal Poly Partner's Program, 9:00-11:00am

March 1 - Orange County alumni reunion, hosted by Dave Kinney (Accounting '85). The Pacific Club, 5:00 - 7:00pm, Newport Beach, contact Leslie for more information

March 9 - OCOB Distinguished Speakers Series presents Mike Mitchell, President of Sales for Nestlé USA, Spanos Theatre, 10:00am, contact Leslie for more information

March 15 - San Jose Alumni Reunion, San Jose Country Club hosted by Fred (Business Administration ’63) and Judi Honoré, contact Leslie for more information

March 26-30 - Spring break - no classes

March 30 - Holiday! - Cesar Chavez Birthday observed

April 2 - Spring Quarter begins

April 14 - Wheelchair Foundation 6th Annual Gift of Mobility Benefit, The Cliffs Resort, Shell Beach, contact Dr. Lynn Metcalf for more information

April 20-22 - Cal Poly's Open House!

April 26 - Dean's Advisory Council dinner, location TBD

April 27 - Dean's Advisory Council meeting, Alumni House, 8am

April 28 - 1st Annual AMA Reunion, for more information contact Lisa

May 1-3 - PolyPack 2007, go to www.polypack.calpoly.edu for more information

May 3 - Packaging Advisory Board meeting, contact Sandy for more information

May 4 - Industrial Technology Advisory Board meeting, contact Sandy for more information

May 4 - Industrial Technology alumni banquet, The Cliffs Resort, 6:00pm, contact Leslie for more information

May 18 - Accounting Advisory Board meeting, contact Norinne for more information

May 19 - CPAC Spring Banquet, location TBD, contact Norinne for more information

May 28 - Holiday! Memorial Day

June 1 - OCOB Annual Awards Banquet, Chumash Auditorium, 6pm

June 16 - Commencement!