As part of the Careers Crossing Borders series, the Center for Global Business presents The Trek. The Trek is intended to give students the opportunity to visit dynamic international companies in the 270 corridor of Maryland and explore possible career paths at these institutions. Visits will be focused on life and health sciences, cybersecurity, and/or startups.
Transportation from/to Van Munching Hall and lunch will be provided.
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Save the date and join the Center for Global Business for an evening of global career exploration and networking over dinner.
Students, spend an evening with Smith School alumni from companies such as Dell Technologies, Johnson Controls, Bayer Crop Science, and more to learn about international career paths and how to leverage your global mindset. Open to all students and majors.
Alumni friends and colleagues of the Center for Global Business, be our guests of honor and share your experience with like-minded peers and students interested in global careers.
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Why We Give: Margie and Bob Bedingfield
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Supporting the Next Generation: Double Smith Terp Pays It Forward
Debo Ayeni ’00, MBA ’07, leads Research and Analytics at ABR Capital Partners. A longtime Smith School supporter, he established a Maryland Promise Program Scholarship in 2024 and serves on the Accounting and Information Assurance Advisory Council. He believes in "paying it forward" to help future Smith students succeed.
Dean’s Circle
On November 14, 2024, the Smith School celebrated the Dean's Circle, inducting 15 new members for significant lifetime contributions.
Alumna’s Entrepreneurial Spirit Helps Generations of Smith Entrepreneurs
Elana Fine ’97, CEO of VWG Wealth Management, exemplifies an entrepreneurial mindset through her career and leadership. As a former director and current board member of the Dingman-Lamone Center, she champions student entrepreneurship and supports next-generation business leaders.
Becoming a Risk Taker
Jitin “Miki” Ahuja credits the University of Maryland for shaping his outlook on risk-taking and success. As founder of SpaceJet Media and London Lane Capital, he champions alumni engagement and entrepreneurial exploration.
Why I Give: Gifting Inspired by Rudy Lamone’s Tireless Mentorship
Ish Dugal ’05 and his wife, Priya Atur Dugal ’05, established the Dugal Impact Fellowship to support aspiring entrepreneurs. Administered by Smith’s Dingman-Lamone Center for Entrepreneurship, the fellowship provides stipends for University of Maryland students interning with startups, fostering hands-on experience and entrepreneurial grit.