College Park, Md. – August 26, 2008 — The University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business today announced it is offering the Smith EMBA Speakers Series, a unique forum presenting innovative ideas and knowledge for business executives. The series will be offered without charge and will feature Smith’s world-leading faculty and business leaders. Topics will offer solutions for common strategic challenges as well as information about how Smith’s top-ranked Executive MBA program offers opportunities for further career development. The series includes: