2024 MAACBA
Conference
october 6-8, 2024
Niagara University
Holzschuh College of Business
Our conference theme this year is
“Managing Modern International Supply Chains”
Register Here
Holzschuh College of Business
Our conference theme this year is
“Managing Modern International Supply Chains”
Register Here
Conference at a glance
Sunday |
October 6, 2024 |
3:30 - 5pm |
MAACBA Board of Directors Meeting Niagara University Campus - Bisgrove Hall, Room 250 Joyce Russell, 2024 MAACBA President, Dean Emeritus and Professor of Management, Villanova School of Business 4:00-6:30pm Conference Check-in at Niagara University, Glynn Hall, Room 405 4:30-5:00pm Niagara University Campus Tour |
5 - 7pm |
Cocktail Reception Niagara University Campus |
6pm |
Welcome Address Mark Frascatore, Ph.D., Dean, Niagara University, Holzschuh College of Business Dr. Tim Ireland, Provost, Niagara University Joyce Russell, 2024 MAACBA President, Dean Emeritus and Professor of Management, Villanova School of Business |
7 - 9pm |
"A Taste of Buffalo" Dinner "Sponsored by Startup Wars" Hosted by Mr. Drew Cerza, "Wing King" Niagara University Campus - Glynn Hall, Room 405 |
Monday |
October 7, 2024 |
8am - 1pm |
Conference Check-In Seneca Hotel and Casino, Niagara Falls |
8 - 8:45am |
Continental Breakfast |
8:45 - 9am |
Welcome to MAACBA Joyce Russell, 2024 MAACBA President, Dean Emeritus and Professor of Management, Villanova School of Business Mark Frascatore, Ph.D., Dean, Niagara University, Holzschuh College of Business |
9 - 10am |
Keynote Session Cybersecurity in the Supply Chain - Modern Technology and Challenges "Sponsored by Liaison International / BusinessCAS" Speaker: Dr. Petter Lovaas, CCO, CCPA, Associate Professor and Chair, Cybersecurity and Operations, and Chief Information Security Officer, Niagara University |
10 - 10:15am |
Morning Break with Refreshments |
10:15 - 11:30am |
Plenary Session: Sustainable Supply Chain Practices "Sponsored by Everspring" Moderator: Fernando Naranjo, Ph.D. Assistant Professor of Management/Supply Chain, Holzschuh College of Business, Niagara University Speakers: Kaushik Sengupta, Ph.D. Associate Dean, Business Graduate Education, and Chair, Management and Entrepreneurship Zarb School of Business, Hofstra University Saravanan Kuppusamy, Ph.D. Associate Professor of Supply Chain and Logistics, Rohrer College of Business, Rowan University Jim Kling, Ph.D. Associate Professor of Management/Supply Chain, Holzschuh College of Business, Niagara University Lucas Greeley, Ph.D. Assistant Professor of Professional Practice, Rutgers Business School Rutgers University |
11:30am - 12:15pm |
Lunch Startup Wars - simulation platform for creating entrepreneurial experiences "AI-Powered Adventures in Entrepreneurship: The Future of Business Education" |
12:15 - 1:15pm |
Plenary Session: Challenges for the Future: A Conversation with MAACBA Deans "Sponsored by Eduvantis" Moderator: Mark Frascatore, Ph.D., Dean, Holzschuh College of Business, Niagara University Panelists: Andrew Gaudes, Goodman School of Business, Brock University Prabakar Kothandaraman, Dean, SUNY Oswego Maciek Nowak, Dean, Tobin School of Business, St. Johns University A panel discussion with MAACBA deans, exploring the challenges facing business schools and strategies for the future. |
1:15 - 1:30pm |
Afternoon Break with Refreshments |
1:30 - 2:15pm |
Concurrent Sponsor Sessions: A Gain insights on market trends and business intelligence from our sponsors. Building a Sustainable Enrollment Engine: Skill-Specific Programs and Stackable Credentials Everspring: Drives higher education forward with AI-powered platforms and expert consulting. Optimize enrollment, boost retention, and enhance hybrid delivery. Voices of the Future: Amplifying Student Insights in Grad School Admissions Liaison International: Centralized Application Service (CAS) is an intuitive, flexible application with visual insights into application and enrollment trends that actively targets your best-fit students. |
2:15 - 2:30pm |
Afternoon Break with Refreshments |
2:30 - 3:15pm 3:15 - 3:30pm |
Concurrent Sponsor Sessions: B Gain insights on market trends and business intelligence from our sponsors. AI is Changing the Game. Prepare your Institution to Play! Edvantis: the leading data-driven strategy consulting and marketing services firm serving the global business school market. Leveraging Technology to Improve Student Engagement & Track Experiential Learning Suitable: A mobile-first student engagement platform that provides a virtual roadmap for the entire student journey. Break |
3:30 - 4:30pm |
Plenary Session: Talent Development and the Role of Business Schools "Sponsored by Suitable" Speaker: Lindsey Zajac, CEO, Career Partners International Buffalo/Niagara An exploration of strategies for developing talent in business, including the skills gap, workforce diversity, the impact of technology on talent requirements, and the role of business schools in addressing these challenges. |
4:30 - 6pm |
Break |
6 - 8pm |
Dinner Seneca Hotel and Casino, Niagara Falls
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Tuesday |
October 8, 2024 |
8am - 12pm |
Conference Check-In Seneca Hotel and Casino, Niagara Falls |
8 - 8:45am |
Continental Breakfast |
8:45 - 10am |
Panel Discussion: Current Challenges of Promoting Diversity in Colleges of Business Moderator: Dr. Lisa Williams, Associate Professor of Management, Director of Student Engagement and Holzschuh College of Business Representative, Inclusive Excellence Education and Scholarship Subcommittee, Niagara University. Panelists: Dr. Keith Miller, New President Academy Faculty, American Association of State Colleges and Universities, Former President, Virginia State University, Former Dean, College of Business, Niagara University. Terrill L. Drake, MBA. Chief DEI Officer, Harvard Business School Matrecia S. L. James, Ph.D., Dean, School of Business, St. Bonaventure University; Ph.D. Project Alumni; Past President; Management Faculty of Color Assoc.; Founding Member and Past Chair, AACSB Diversity and Inclusion Affinity Group; Director Emeritus, Academy of Management Career Services A panel discussion on the role of attracting and maintaining diversity in colleges of business and higher education. |
10 - 10:30am |
Morning Break with Refreshments |
10:30 - 11:30am |
Plenary Session: Navigating Trade Policies and Regulations Speaker: Damon Piatek, Chairman of the Board, World Trade Center - Buffalo/Niagara President, Piatek Customs and Logistics A conversation on the impact of trade policies, tariffs, and regulations on global supply chain management, including strategies for compliance and risk mitigation. |
11:30am - 12:30pm |
Lunch and Teaching Innovation Award Finalists |
12:30 - 1:45pm |
MAACBA Annual Meeting
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special thanks to our 2024 sponsors
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