Interested in chemistry? Want to be a successful leader of an organization? Madeleine Jacobs, President of American Chemical Society, will speak about the 10 lessons she learned that got her to the top. The presentation will be held in Marx 101 at 7:30 PM on Thursday, April 19th. Light refreshments will be served.

Hiromichi Morimoto, President and Chief Executive Officer of Mistubishi Heavy Industries, along with Dale Wilterdink, Project Manager in Environmental Systems Division and Michael Ang, a Senior Business Development Manager in the Transportation Systems Division, will be here on Wednesday to speak about their respective industries and the ways they are working to institute change and innovation in their industries. Mistubishi Heavy Industries spans all areas of heavy machinery from airplanes and trains to heavy production type material. After the talk there will be a small reception. The event will take place at 7:30PM in Robertson Bowl 001. Contact cguyett@princeton.edu with questions.

What is it like to run one of the world’s most successful chocolate companies? Business Today Seminar Series proudly invites you to a conversation with Jim Goldman, the CEO of Godiva Chocolatier, Inc. Mr. Goldman has been President and CEO of Godiva since 2004. As CEO, he has been striving to make Godiva chocolates a treat to be consumed for more occasions, besides big holidays. He has moved Godiva forward by expanding into new countries, such as Shanghai and Turkey, and introducing new products, including a distribution of chocolate bars to pharmacies and grocery stores for anytime consumption. He has come up with innovative ways to draw customers into Godiva boutiques and overall make Godiva a more modern chocolate company that thinks outside of the box. A short reception and chocolate tasting will follow.

Interested in sports? Business Today’s Seminar Series proudly invites you to a conversation with Jonathan Mariner, CFO of Major League Baseball (MLB). In addition to his daily responsibilities for overseeing MLB’s central office budgeting, financial reporting, treasury, and risk management activities, Mr. Mariner's duties include overseeing all Club-level financial reporting through the team CFO's, administering MLB's $1.5 billion league-wide credit facility, and providing updates at Owners' Meetings on the industry's financial health. Mariner's heightened public profile and responsibilities caused Sports Illustrated to rank him as No. 11 on its 2003 list of the 101 most influential minorities in sports. Mariner will be speaking Tuesday, February 21st at 7:30 PM in Robertson Bowl 001. A short reception will follow. Please contact Charlotte Guyett (cguyett@princeton.edu) with any questions.

Business Today’s Seminar Series proudly invites you to a conversation with Mr. Bill McComb, CEO of Liz Claiborne, the fashion company founded in 1976 that designs and markets a wide range of women's and men's apparel, accessories, and fragrance products. McComb, 48 years old, joined the company as CEO in November 2006. His prior experience at Johnson & Johnson in the areas of consumer products and brand marketing, as well as his direct operation of international businesses, provides important insights in the area of brand management and marketing. Mr. McComb has taken Liz Claiborne under a major transformation and the new company, Fifth and Pacific Co., currently owns Kate Spade, Juicy Couture, Jack Spade, and Lucky Brands. McComb will be speaking Monday, February 20th at 7:30 PM in Robertson Bowl 002. A short reception will follow. Please email Charlotte Guyett (cguyett@) with any questions.

The Business Today Seminar Series is proud to host Mr. Bill Addy, Princeton Class of 1982 CEO and Chairman of ISN Software Corporation. He will speak about his current position and insights from his diverse career path in consulting and engineering. This event will take place on Thursday, February 16th at 7:30 PM in the Prospect Room at Campus Club. It will be followed by a brief reception with food and beverage. Please email Charlotte Guyett (cguyett@) with any questions. We hope to see you there!

The Business Today Seminar Series is proud to host Tom Quinlan, CEO, President and Director of RR Donnelley and Julie Jalelian, MD at Bank of America, for a discussion on how the world's largest commercial printing company manages to stay afloat in continuously changing corporate world. A Fortune 500 company consistently recognized for innovation, RR Donnelley prints the Harry Potter series and has revolutionized the commercial printing industry by delivering customer solutions since 1884. This event will take place on Tuesday, December 13 at 7:30 PM in Marx Hall 101 and will be followed by a brief reception. Please email Julia Vill (jvill@) with any questions. We hope to see you there!

Linda Riefler (Princeton '83), Chairman of Research at Morgan Stanley, will give an overview of the world economic situation, including current events in Europe. She will also discuss the leadership required of financial firms in today's world and Morgan Stanley's central position. Q&A and networking will immediately follow. A representative from campus recruiting will also be in attendance. This opportunity is for all those interested in summer opportunities and pressing topics in the Investment Banking industry. The event is part of the Business Today Seminar Series, and is also sponsored by Princeton Student Agencies. Please email to Julia Vill (jvill@princeton.edu) with any questions.

If you're interested in a career in investment banking, it helps to know as much as possible about your subject. Sign up for our Valuation Workshop and you'll learn the key terms and methods our analysts use to value different companies. It's the ideal way to prepare for your future and improve your skills. Be part of it.

This event is for sophomores and juniors interested in summer opportunities in Investment Banking. To attend, please RSVP to Julia Vill (jvill@princeton.edu). This Valuation Workshop is a part of Business Today Seminar Series.

The Business Today Seminar Series is proud to host Susan S. Elliott, chairman of the globally-renowned IT firm, SSE, and author of the novel Across the Divide: Navigating the Digital Revolution as a Woman, Entrepreneur, and CEO. She will speak to her career, which has included over fifty years in the fields of data processing and information technology and the launch of her globally-renowned IT firm, SSE, as well as lessons learned and strategies for small-business and entrepreneurial success. This event will take place on Thursday, November 10th at 7:30 PM in Marx Hall 101 and will be followed by a brief reception, book sale, and signing. Please email Julia Vill (jvill@) with any questions. We hope to see you there!

Please join us as Barbara Byrne, Vice Chairman, gives a brief presentation on Barclays Capital and our Summer Analyst opportunities including Investment Banking, Global Markets (Sales, Trading, & Research), Market Risk, Legal, and Technology. An open networking session will follow with Barclays business representatives.

Please join Business Today and Princeton Student Agencies in welcoming Goldman Sachs to campus for an information session featuring Heather Brownlie, Princeton Alum and Managing Director in the Fixed Income Solutions Group for Private Wealth Management this Tuesday, October 18th from 7-7:45PM in Robertson Bowl 001. A short networking reception will follow. A Diversity Panel will then be held from 8:30-9PM in the same location, and Massimo's Pizza will be provided.

Please register here for the firm-wide seminar: https://goldmansachs.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/system-51/brand-2/xf-33f1bb0e844d/candidate/so/pm/4/pl/5/opp/1703 and here for the diversity event: https://goldmansachs.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/system-51/brand-2/xf-33f1bb0e844d/candidate/so/pm/4/pl/5/opp/1705 at your earliest convenience. We hope to see you there!

Come participate in a free GMAT workshop, hosted by Manhattan GMAT and sponsored by the Business Today Seminar Series. The workshop will provide a general overview of the GMAT, a discussion on the benefits of taking the GMAT in college, and information on the MBA application process. Also included is FREE food, a FREE raffle, and discounts on courses. The workshop will take place on Wednesday, May 5th at 7:30 PM in Frist 307.

About Manhattan GMAT: Manhattan GMAT, corporate provider to Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan, McKinsey & Co. and Boston Consulting Group, is the nation's largest GMAT-exclusive prep company. They offer students a superior curriculum and the highest-quality instructors in the industry.

Want to find out how top-performing companies maximize enterprise value? The Business Today Seminar Series and the Princeton Entrepreneurship Club are proud to present a conversation with Alex Pearl, Senior Director of Private Equity Value Creation at SAP America. Mr. Pearl will be talking to us about how maximum value can be derived from a small set of high-impact initiatives. As the world's leading provider of business software, SAP delivers products and services that help accelerate business innovation. Founded in 1972, the company has a rich history of innovation and growth as a true industry leader, and sales and development locations in more than 50 countries worldwide. This event will take place on April 29 at 5:00 PM in 219 Aaron Burr Hall and will be followed by a reception and networking session with the SAP university recruiting team. There will also be plenty of giveaways.

We live in a world of heightened competition, at both the company level and the individual level. Mistakes made or opportunities missed, particular in the technology industry, often become a death knell. But this is not always true. Dr. Raj Nathan, speaking from his personal experience, will discuss how reinvention and innovation can turn the tide. Join this interactive discussion on Tuesday, April 20 at 7:30 PM in McCosh 60.

Are you interested in learning more about careers in private equity? Bain Capital would like to invite you to an information session we will be hosting on Wednesday, April 7th from 7:00-8:30pm. A few of our investment professionals will be on-hand to provide you with an overview of private equity, as well as discuss Bain Capital’s position within the PE industry. We also plan to talk about our full-time Private Equity Analyst program and are happy to answer any questions you may have with regards to the PE Analyst role at Bain Capital. We hope this presentation will provide you with a better understanding of private equity and will help you make an informed decision as to whether you believe this is the right position for you after graduation. We would highly recommend this session for anyone who is currently considering finance and/or consulting positions after graduation. We look forward to seeing you next Wednesday the 7th at 7:00pm in East Pyne 010.

Wondering how financial investments can further environmental sustainability? Business Today invites you to join Michael Naylor, Co-Founder and Non-Executive Director of Canopy Capital, for a conversation on how to preserve the rainforest through valuating and investing in ecosystems. Canopy Capital is a UK-based company that was established in 2007 to drive capital to the rainforest canopy. Besides co-founding Forrester Partners, an international consultancy and advisory business focused on the environmental and clean energy investment sectors, and serving as Advisory Board member of the Toronto-based private equity fund XPV, Mr. Naylor has served as Chairman of the Advisory Council of HRH Prince of Wales Rainforest Project. This seminar will take place on Monday, March 29 at 7:30 PM in Marx 101 and will be followed by a short reception. Please contact Philipp Bewerunge (pbewerun@princeton.edu) with any questions. We hope to see you there!

Thinking about starting your own business? Business Today invites you to join Stephen Roche, President of Kapitall and Princeton alumnus for an interactive presentation about the adventures of starting a revolutionary online investing platform. Kapitall is a free website with a user interface that incorporates powerful but simple analytical tools with video game elements. The seminar will take place on Tuesday, February 23 from 7-8 PM in Bowl 1, Robertson Hall and will be followed by a short reception. Please contact Philipp Bewerunge (pbewerun@princeton.edu) with any questions. We hope to see you there!

Interested in learning how to nail a case interview with a consulting firm? Business Today invites you to participate in a hands-on workshop with consultants from Bates White, an economic consulting firm offering services in economics, finance, and business strategy to leading law firms, Fortune 500 companies, and government agencies. This event will include information on case interview structure, actual cases used to make hiring decisions, tips on preparing for interviews as well as information on what employers are looking for and summer consulting opportunities offered through Bates White. The workshop will take place on Tuesday, February 2 from 5-6 PM in Frist 307 and will be followed by a short reception. Please contact Philipp Bewerunge (pbewerun@princeton.edu) with any questions. Hope to see you there!

The Princeton Sports Symposium was started in 2006 to provide an opportunity for students to gain insight into the multi-billion dollar business of sports. The event brings together the most knowledgeable and successful people in the sports business to discuss various aspects and trends in the industry. The symposium, a whole day event on December 4th, allows students to network with some of the top professionals in the field while providing a forum for industry professionals to attract potential future leaders. This year, we will have over 60 speakers, 11 panels, as well as lunch for all attendees. Please register online at www.sportssymposium.org before December 3rd to reserve your spot.

You wear the gear, but do you ever wonder what it's like to work at Under Armour? Find out how to “Protect this House” from Kevin Plank, CEO and Founder of Under Armour, Steve Battista, SVP of Branding, and Melissa Wallace, SVP of Talent, who will be speaking about their experiences, as well as talk about potential job and internship opportunities. The event will be on Monday, November 30th at 7:30pm in Dodds Auditorium. You will also be able to participate in a raffle. A short reception will follow; please contact rgreeno@princeton.edu with any questions.

Come participate in a free GMAT workshop, hosted by Manhattan GMAT and sponsored by the Business Today Seminar Series. The workshop will provide a general overview of the GMAT, a discussion on the benefits of taking the GMAT in college, and information on the MBA application process. Also included is FREE food, a FREE raffle, and discounts on courses. The workshop will take place on Monday, November 9th at 7:30 pm in McCosh 60.

About Manhattan GMAT: Manhattan GMAT, corporate provider to Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan, McKinsey & Co. and Boston Consulting Group, is the nation's largest GMAT-exclusive prep company. They offer students a superior curriculum and the highest-quality instructors in the industry.

All of these films, along with hundreds of other popular titles, have been produced under the guidance of Ron Meyer, President and COO of Universal Studios, who will be coming to Princeton this coming Monday, October 19th. Addressing students in Robertson Hall 100 (Dodds Auditorium) at 7:30 pm, Mr. Meyer will speak to us about his remarkable career in the movie industry and then open the floor to questions from the audience. A high-school dropout with no formal education, Mr. Meyer has risen to become one of the most powerful names in the movie industry. Under Mr. Meyer’s leadership, Universal has also produced such Oscar-winning box-office hits as “Shakespeare in Love,” “Gladiator,” and “A Beautiful Mind.” Mr. Meyer has told us that he is expecting a wide range of questions, so feel free to ask about anything you ever wanted to know about him. This promising event will be followed by a short reception.

Robert E. Bennett, Senior Vice President of Berkshire Hathaway Credit Corp, will be at Princeton on Wednesday, April 15th at 7:30pm in Robertson Hall Bowl 002, where he will shed light on finding a job in today's financial environment so you DON'T have to resort to business school right after graduation. As a graduate of the Princeton Class of 1982, Mr. Bennett entered the post-undergrad world in a similar economic climate and will address how that affected his career choices, as well as explain the potential advantages of being in an entry-level position during a recession. After graduation, Mr. Bennett worked at Goldman Sachs before attending Harvard Business School. He later returned to Goldman Sachs as COO of its Real Estate Department before joining Berkshire Hathaway. This seminar promises to reveal the silver lining of the current job market, and will be full of advice from someone who also entered the job market during economic turmoil. A reception will follow the event.