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Business Week has long been part of the Haile College of Business and our strong desire to create linkages between students and the business community we serve. The annual event exposes students to valuable, cutting-edge business-centered presentations from experienced professionals and provides students with networking opportunities with local employers.


Mark your calendar! Business Week 2024 will be September 24 - 26 with keynote speaker, Josh Heuser, founder of AGAR. There will be breakout speaker sessions, 90+ hiring employers, a luncheon celebration and more! 

On Wednesday, September 25 and Thursday, September 26 all College of Business classes will be canceled to allow students to participate in the two-day business-centered conference.

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Keynote Speaker: Josh Heuser, Founder of AGAR

Josh Heuser

 

As Founder of AGAR, Josh not only sets the overall vision for the brand, but is a strategic leader, developing innovative business strategies to drive growth. As owner and operator of various restaurant and hospitality venues, he maintains a unique experiential and placemaking perspective, creating experiences while garnering valuable insights that enable him to deliver a cutting-edge guest experience.

An entrepreneur always looking to evolve, Josh and AGAR have helped change the face of Cincinnati, one endeavor and project at a time, including BLINK, the nation’s largest immersive art festival. As co-creator, Josh was critical to the success of the 2022 festival, which drove $126 million dollars of economic impact to the Cincinnati region. Josh's multifaceted approach encompasses financial acumen, strategic vision, and a dedication to the development of the greater community to which he calls home. - from Josh Heuser's LinkedIn profile

To join by Zoom use this link: https://nku.zoom.us/j/92540301667

From AGAR's website: AGAR is the red substance in a petri dish that grows culture. AGAR is in our DNA.We come from a mindset that as creators, influencers, and producers we disrupt patterns to make memories. We believe that in today’s digital-first world, the value of human connection is inherently increasing.We curate unforced fascination around the core premise of purposeful engagement: Explore. Dialogue. Share. A continuous cycle of challenging the status quo, discovering the untapped, and encouraging guests to share and converse today’s relevancy and tomorrow’s innovation.With more than 15 years designing end-to-end human experiences, AGAR is uniquely qualified to collaborate with brands, artists, and community leaders to bring a vision to life and keep the vitality perpetual.

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Schedule of Events
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Tuesday, September 24, 2024

Wednesday, September 25, 2024

9:30AM - 11:30AM | Grab & Go Breakfast in COB Lobby

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Thursday, September 26, 2024

9:30AM - 11:30AM | Grab & Go Breakfast in COB Lobby

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Sponsorship

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Prysmian Group Logo
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skanska logo
dhl logo
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lifetime financial growth
logo for Munninghoff Lange, Co.
Hemmer logo
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Business Week exposes over 2,700 students to valuable, cutting-edge business-centered presentations from experienced professionals and provides networking opportunities with local employers. Proceeds generated from sponsorship will help cover expenses for this event, bringing quality learning and networking experiences to our students.

Contact Jennifer Gardner gardnerj@nku.edu with any questions or to secure sponsorship today.

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Contact Us

Have questions about Business Week?

Kim Roush | Program Director | roushk3@nku.edu