UNBC Business Dinner: Celebrating 20 Years of MBA
At the event, MBA graduate, Diane Collins, General Manager of the Kitsumkalum Economic Development Group, shared insights on the significance of smart and sustainable e
Gather for an evening of celebration filled with live jazz music, networking cocktail hour, plated dinner, and a keynote address. Connect with fellow students, alumni, Alumni Chapter representatives, and community partners, as we recognize our past and present Deans, Directors, Faculty, Staff and Donors. We will also introduce the newly established endowment award and share exciting new program initiatives.
Event Schedule
- 5:30 p.m. Networking Cocktail Hour
- 6:30 p.m. Plated Dinner and Program with Keynote Speaker
The dress for the evening is formal business attire.
Program Highlights include:
- Keynote by Diane Collins of Kitsumkalum Economic Development Group,
- Acknowledgement and recognition of special guests, past and present Deans, Directors, Faculty, Staff and Donors,
- Introduction of new program initiatives,
- An opportunity to donate to the MBA Alumni Award.
Tickets are $100 each. A portion of the proceeds from each ticket go towards supporting the MBA Alumni Award.
A cash bar will be available throughout the evening.
Keynote Presentation: "From Calamity to Control in the Colour Green" A UNBC MBA graduate's journey leading economic development at Kitsumkalum
Keynote by Diane Collins, MBA, MPM the General Manager of the Kitsumkalum Economic Development Group and a member of the Kitsumkalum First Nation. The Development Group owns and operates multiple companies surrounding Terrace, BC, such as the Kalum Rock Quarry & Logistics Park, Kalum Ventures Ltd., Kasiks Lodge & Campground and Robin Constructors.
Diane is from Northern BC and completed her MBA here at UNBC in 2017. She has previously worked as a management consultant specializing in business optimization in areas of finance, operations, and human resource management. It is her firm belief that the small business sector is the key economic driver to any country's thriving economy.
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MBA Alumni Award
The MBA Alumni Award is an award established in honour of our esteemed alumni, who serve as vital ambassadors for our MBA program. Alumni play a pivotal role in championing our program by not only attracting prospective students but also enriching it through the sharing of their invaluable successes and experiences.
In commemoration of the 20th anniversary of our MBA program, we have initiated this endowment fund to perpetually support deserving students, particularly those demonstrating financial need. This scholarship serves as a testament to the enduring commitment of our alumni community to fostering excellence and opportunity within our program. Alumni are warmly encouraged to contribute to this endowment fund through charitable donations, thereby strengthening the fund and expanding the impact of this award. Through their generosity, alumni can significantly enhance the educational journey of future MBA students, enabling them to pursue their academic and professional aspirations when encountering financial limitations.
When making a donation please use the drop down bar and select the MBA Alumni Award.
Accommodation for Out of Town Guests
If you are travelling from out of town and require accommodation, the Coast Prince George Hotel has a special offer called the "Take the Elevator Home" for this occasion. You can easily book it online or by contacting their front desk and mentioning the code "Taking the Elevator Home." Rates start at $99 per night for standard rooms and $159 for suites.
Reach out to them at 800-716-6199 or visit them at Coast Prince George Hotel by APA to make your reservation.
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If you are travelling from out of town and require accommodation, the Coast Prince George Hotel has a special offer called the "Take the Elevator Home" for this occasion. You can easily book it online or by contacting their front desk and mentioning the code "Taking the Elevator Home." Rates start at $99 per night for standard rooms and $159 for suites.
Reach out to them at 800-716-6199 or visit them at Coast Prince George Hotel by APA to make your reservation.
Contact Information
Have questions? Please reach out to the MBA Office at 250-960-6125 or email us at mba@unbc.ca.