The LAUNCH Podcast

The Life-Changing Impact of Mentorship with Sonja Narcisse and Kelly Kennedy

Learn about the profound impact of being a part of a mentor-mentee relationship as it relates to your educational and career path, and your personal growth. Sonja and Kelly explain how to get started on identifying a possible mentor, and how to approach the relationship from both the lens of a mentor and a mentee. Further your learning through the power of mentorship.
Sonja Narcisse is a Senior Vice President of Human Resources and a faculty member with the UConn Human Resource Management graduate program. She has extensive experience in the field of human resources and is a passionate advocate for mentorship.
Kelly Walters Kennedy has held positions throughout the corporate world and within higher education, most recently as the Associate Director of Student Development and Outreach. Kelly is also a Career Development Instructor and Coach who has guided over 7,000 college students as they landed their first internships and jobs.
Music: https://www.free-stock-music.com/mixaund-business-corporate.html
https://www.free-stock-music.com/allerlei-von-nicolai-something-in-nothing.html
Episode transcript: https://undergrad.business.uconn.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/454/2021/01/The-Life-Changing-Impact-of-Mentorship-with-Sonja-Narcisse-and-Kelly-Kennedy.pdf

What is the Marketing Management Major? With Dr. Bill Ryan, Jessica Lundgren and Hannah Smolicz

Kayla and Emma interview Dr. Bill Ryan, Assistant Professor in-Residence in the Marketing Department at the University of Connecticut. Learn about the Marketing Management major, internship opportunities, and what the career path of a Marketing Management major looks like.
Marketing student Jessica Lundgren also interviews Marketing Management student Hannah Smolicz about her experience in the program at the Stamford campus.
Dr. Bill Ryan joined the UConn Marketing faculty in 2011. He is currently the Academic Director of the Professional Sales Leadership Program. Bill has more than 20 years of private sector experience, most recently at Travelers as Second Vice President, National Agency Management, where he worked closely with leading brokers and agency networks, representing over $700 million in annual revenue. Prior to that, Bill held positions in marketing, brand and customer management at CIGNA, Campbell’s Soup, Pepsi-Cola and The Gillette Company. Bill has been at UCONN since 2004, serving as an adjunct marketing instructor.
Music: https://www.free-stock-music.com/mixaund-business-corporate.html
https://www.free-stock-music.com/allerlei-von-nicolai-something-in-nothing.html
Episode Transcript: https://undergrad.business.uconn.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/454/2021/01/What-is-the-Marketing-Management-Major.pdf

Strategies for Success in a Virtual Environment with School of Business Peer Advisors

This is a unique and challenging time for college students, and it is more important than ever to have strong strategies in place for your academics. As we gear up for another semester in a virtual environment, Kayla, Emma, and our Business Peer Advisors - current junior and senior Business students - share practical tips and suggestions to support you with your academics in the spring 2021 semester.
Episode resources: https://undergrad.business.uconn.edu/advising/peeradvising/peer-advisors/
This episode features Catherine Lainas, Ellie Schmus, and Jordan Wang. All are current University of Connecticut Business students.
Music: https://www.free-stock-music.com/mixaund-business-corporate.html
https://www.free-stock-music.com/allerlei-von-nicolai-something-in-nothing.html
Episode transcript: https://undergrad.business.uconn.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/454/2021/01/Strategies-for-Success-in-a-Virtual-Environment.pdf

The Importance of Global Engagement with Junau Boucard and Arminda Kamphausen

Learn about the importance of engaging with our diverse world through the opportunities that UConn offers. Students learn important skills by participating in opportunities like certificate series, student organizations, international immersion trips, and case competitions. Gaining experience by engaging in these types of opportunities is vital for launching your business career!
Episode Resources: https://undergrad.business.uconn.edu/experience/experiential-certificates/ https://global.business.uconn.edu/
Junau Boucard is a two-time UConn School of Business alum, completing his undergraduate degree in Business & Technology as well as his MBA. He has held positions with UBS, IBM, and Factset. He is presently a Finance Manager in the MBA Leadership Development program with Johnson & Johnson.
Arminda Kamphausen is the Associate Director of Global Business Programs and an Academic Counselor with the UConn School of Business. She completed her undergraduate degree at Wheaton College and her graduate work at Baylor University. She is passionate about collaborating with alums and industry professionals to innovate programs and leverage experience.
Music: https://www.free-stock-music.com/mixaund-business-corporate.html https://www.free-stock-music.com/allerlei-von-nicolai-something-in-nothing.html
Episode Transcript: https://undergrad.business.uconn.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/454/2021/01/Global-Engagement-with-Junau-Boucard-and-Arminda-Kamphausen.pdf

How to Leverage the Library to Land your Dream Job with Edward Lim and Kelly Kennedy

Listen to Edward Lim, UConn Business Librarian, and Kelly Kennedy, Associate Director for Student Development and Outreach in the School of Business, as they delve into the career development resources offered by the UConn Library. Learn how the library can help you understand your industry, narrow down your companies/organizations of interest, better prepare for internship and job interviews, and set yourself apart from other candidates.
Episode Resources: https://guides.lib.uconn.edu/business
https://guides.lib.uconn.edu/busn3005
Edward Lim completed his undergraduate degree at Singapore Management University, and his MSc in Informational Studies at Nanyang Technological University in Singapore. He has years of experience as a Business Librarian with Nanyang Technological University and New York University Shanghai, and joined the UConn community in March 2020. He serves on the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions and has authored many articles and research publications.
Kelly Walters Kennedy graduated from Merrimack College with a degree in Elementary Education, and completed her Master's in Organizational Behavior at University of Hartford. She has held positions throughout the corporate world and within higher education, most recently as the Associate Director of Student Development and Outreach. Kelly is also a Career Development Instructor and Coach who has guided over 7,000 college students as they landed their first internships and jobs.
Music: https://www.free-stock-music.com/mixaund-business-corporate.html
https://www.free-stock-music.com/allerlei-von-nicolai-something-in-nothing.html
Episode transcript: https://undergrad.business.uconn.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/454/2020/08/How-to-Leverage-the-Library-to-Land-Your-Dream-Job-with-Kelly-Kennedy-and-Edward-Lim.pdf

Meet your New Business Librarian, Edward Lim

Join Emma, Kayla, and Edward Lim to learn about the strategic library resources and tools at your fingertips as a School of Business student. Achieve academic excellence by utilizing all that the library has to offer, from research support and journal access, to industry search engines and citation resources. The library will be your new secret weapon to delving deeper into your academics, writing well-articulated and well-researched papers, and becoming a better student overall.
Episode Resources: https://guides.lib.uconn.edu/business
Edward Lim completed his undergraduate degree at Singapore Management University, and his MSc in Informational Studies at Nanyang Technological University in Singapore. He has years of experience as a Business Librarian with Nanyang Technological University and New York University Shanghai, and joined the UConn community in March 2020. He serves on the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions and has authored many articles and research publications.
Music: https://www.free-stock-music.com/mixaund-business-corporate.html
https://www.free-stock-music.com/allerlei-von-nicolai-something-in-nothing.html
Episode transcript: https://undergrad.business.uconn.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/454/2020/08/The-LAUNCH-Podcast-Meet-Your-New-Business-Consultant-Edward-Lim.pdf

Start Small and Be Curious: Becoming an Entrepreneur with David Noble

What do curiosity, empathy, and reading fiction have to do with entrepreneurship? Find out in this interview with Dr. David Noble, University of Connecticut Assistant Professor in-Residence in the Department of Management and Director of the Werth Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation. Learn what simple steps you can take and what resources UConn offers to get started on your entrepreneurial journey.
Episode Resources:
https://entrepreneurship.uconn.edu/
https://entrepreneurship.uconn.edu/entrepreneurship-at-uconn/werth-institute/
https://ccei.uconn.edu/
David Noble holds a Ph.D. from University of Alabama, a J.D. from University of Miami School of Law, an M.B.A. from Elon University, and a B.S. from Northeastern University. His areas of expertise include Strategy in the Digital Economy, Commercialization in Learning Organizations,Technology Entrepreneurship, and Entrepreneurial Investment.
Music: https://www.free-stock-music.com/mixaund-business-corporate.html
https://www.free-stock-music.com/allerlei-von-nicolai-something-in-nothing.html
Episode Transcript: https://undergrad.business.uconn.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/454/2020/05/Becoming-an-Entrepreneur-with-Dr.-David-Noble.pdf

Fast-Track Your Finance Career - UConn MSFRM with Jose Aponte and Spencer Senior

Learn about UConn's MS program in Financial Risk Management(MSFRM), which prepares students to be leaders in the fields of finance, healthcare, insurance, and technology. Through hands-on experiences, MSFRM students learn how to identify, mitigate and thereby manage financial risks on a day to day basis.
UConn School of Business Advisor, Jose Aponte, shares program details and then we interview current MSFRM student, Spencer Senior, who shares his experiences in and out of the classroom. Learn how you can reach your career goals through MSFRM!
Episode Resources: https://undergrad.business.uconn.edu/academics/4plus1/
https://risk.business.uconn.edu/
Jose Aponte holds a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from Eastern Connecticut State University and a Master's in Data Analytics from Southern New Hampshire University. He served as Program Specialist for the UConn M.S. in Financial Risk Management(MSFRM) Program before transitioning to an Academic Advisor position with the Office of Undergraduate Advising also in the UConn School of Business.
Spencer Senior completed his Bachelor of Science in Finance at UConn and is now a student in the MSFRM program. He is pursuing a concentration in Quantitative Risk Management.
Music: https://www.free-stock-music.com/mixaund-business-corporate.html
https://www.free-stock-music.com/allerlei-von-nicolai-something-in-nothing.html
Episode transcript: https://undergrad.business.uconn.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/454/2020/05/MSFRM-with-Jose-Aponte-and-Spencer-Senior.pdf

Data is the New Oil - UConn MSBAPM with Haley Reierson and Giovanna Nogueira Sa

Data runs the world! UConn's MS program in Business Analytics and Project Management (MSBAPM) prepares you to be a leader in the fields of data science, analytics, and project management. Current MSBAPM students, Haley Reierson and Giovanna Nogueira Sa, share their experiences in the program, which offers hands-on learning opportunities across industries. Interested in working in Healthcare? Marketing? The sports or music industries? Learn how you can reach your career goals through MSBAPM.
Episode Resources: https://msbapm.business.uconn.edu/
https://undergrad.business.uconn.edu/academics/4plus1/
Haley Reierson is an undergraduate Management Information Systems major at the University of Connecticut. She is a UConn Club Sport athlete and announcer for the UConn Men's Baseball team. She is a student within the 4+1 MSBAPM program.
Giovanna Nogueira Sa holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Industrial Engineering from Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio de Janeiro in Brazil. She held multiple positions with IBM before joining the UConn MSBAPM community as a graduate student.
Music: https://www.free-stock-music.com/mixaund-business-corporate.html
https://www.free-stock-music.com/allerlei-von-nicolai-something-in-nothing.html
Episode Transcript: https://undergrad.business.uconn.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/454/2020/04/Data-is-the-New-Oil-UConn-MSBAPM-with-Haley-Reierson-and-Giovanna-Nogueira-Sa.pdf

What to Expect When You Campus-Change with Thomas Dineen, Amy Donofrio, and Kelli Petersen

As a University of Connecticut student you may have the opportunity to move between the different UConn campuses around the state. UConn students who campus-change most often go from one of the regional campuses in Hartford, Waterbury, Avery Point, or Stamford to Storrs. Learn about some common challenges and obstacles students face as they transition to the larger Storrs campus, and some helpful strategies to ease your adjustment.
Amy Donofrio completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Connecticut, and her Master of Education In Instructional Design and Technology at Post University. She is currently working toward her Doctorate of Education in Educational Leadership at University of Hartford. Amy has worked as a Social Worker and Admissions Counselor, and is currently an Academic Advisor with the UConn College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.
Kelli Petersen completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Connecticut, and her Master of Science in College Student Development and Counseling at Northeastern University. She is an Academic Advisor with the UConn Academic Center for Exploratory Students, and also manages the Transfer Connections program.
Thomas Dineen is a sophomore Accounting major at the University of Connecticut. He began his college career at the Hartford campus before transitioning to the Storrs campus.
Episode Transcript: https://undergrad.business.uconn.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/454/2020/03/Campus-Change-with-Amy-Donofrio-Kelli-Petersen-and-Thomas-Dineen.pdf
Music: https://www.free-stock-music.com/mixaund-business-corporate.html
https://www.free-stock-music.com/allerlei-von-nicolai-something-in-nothing.html