The Cornell Business Impact Symposium (CBIS) is focused on the distinct, positive impact that the private sector is having on social and environmental challenges. The Symposium provides a unique opportunity for students to engage with professionals, expand their professional network, and learn about career opportunities.
Symposium Goals
- Connect: Build a community of professionals, students, faculty, and staff committed to knowledge leadership at the intersection of environmental and social sustainability and business.
- Educate: Articulate the challenges and opportunities facing the business world through insightful discussions and presentations from industry leaders.
- Energize: Create a dynamic event where industry experts share their experience and inspire the next generation of mission-driven leaders.
Co-hosted by:
- Center for Sustainable Global Enterprsie
- Cornell Sustainability Consultants
- Energy Transition Club
- Impact Investing at Cornell
- Net Zero Club
- Nexus Project Team
- Students from Emerging Economies Professional Association at Cornell
- Sustainable Global Enterprise Club
Panel Topics:
- Sustainable technology in emerging markets
- Alternative sustainable materials
- Challenges of the energy transition
- The future of food and innovation
- Sustainable built environment
- Impact investing
During the registration process, you will have the opportunity to upload your resume to share with our speakers and sponsors. Please register by Monday, April 8th if you want our speakers and sponsors to recieve a copy of your resume.
Final agenda and speaker details coming soon!
Help us minimize waste by bringing your own mug or water bottle!
Attire: Business Casual
Parking:
- Free: Cornell's Hoy Garage at 167 Hoy Rd (10 minute walk)
- Free: Street Parking is available around Collegetown
- Paid: Dryden Road Garage at 114 Dryden Rd
Location: Breazzano Family Center (209 Dryden Road, Ithaca, New York, 14850, USA)
