You are part of a unique group! You are one of 50,000 alumni worldwide. As part of the Franklin Alumni family we hope that you will find time to stay connected with us. One way is through events. Here are some upcoming events, please check back for specific dates as events draw near.
Life's a Project! Leveraging the Project Management Tools & Techniques to Accomplish More in Your Personal & Professional Life with Dr. John Stinnett ‘99
Aug. 30, 2022
Franklin University’s Alumni Speaker Series presented "Life's a Project! Leveraging the Project Management Tools & Techniques to Accomplish More in Your Personal & Professional Life"!
Being a project leader often means having all the responsibility and none of the authority! Therefore, the ability to accomplish more, faster and with better results requires a leader who exhibits strong emotional intelligence and can gain the respect and trust of his or her team. In this virtual program, you’ll learn the technique and real life application to help you become an effective project leader.
Dr. John Stinnett ‘99
Back by popular demand to lead this event is Franklin alumnus Dr. John Stinnett ‘99. John is Executive Director, Program Management at JPMorgan Chase. Dr. Stinnett has been in Business/IT Professional and “Real-world” project management for over 20 years. Dr. Stinnett is also an adjunct faculty since 2004 – Teaching Project/Program Management and Strategic Leadership. His other credentials include Senior Instructor for Project Management Institute (PMI) Central Ohio Chapter, PMP and PMI-ACP Certified, BA from Ohio State University, MBA from Franklin University and Doctorate from Syracuse University with a Research focus on Professional Development.
Recording coming soon!
ScholarCHIPS Casino Night
June 25, 2022
White Belt Training Workshop with Dr. Alyncia Bowen
May 26, 2022
Franklin University’s Alumni Speaker Series presented a “White Belt Training” workshop, featuring instructor, Dr. Alyncia Bowen, Dean, Ross College of Business, Executive Director Franklin University Leadership Center, Co-Executive Director, Global Center for Healthcare Education.
During this virtual White Belt Certification workshop, participants gained an understanding of Six Sigma, including how it’s developed and how the concept is used to streamline and strengthen manufacturing and service industries.
Skills learned in this program enabled participants to understand how Six Sigma concepts can improve quality and reduce cost while refining customer satisfaction. Participants will also learn how Six Sigma methodologies can enhance quality programs, retain customers, and drive down costs.
Dr. Alyncia Bowen
Dean of the Ross College of Business at Franklin University
Dr. Bowen earned her doctorate in organization and management from Capella University, her master’s in healthcare administration from Central Michigan University, and a bachelor’s in sociology from Capital University. She has served as a professor in the undergraduate Business Administration and Management + Leadership programs, as well as Franklin’s MBA program. In addition to education, Dr. Bowen worked in healthcare for over 23 years, holding several leadership and operations management positions. She is a Certified Six Sigma Black Belt.
Transformational and Servant Leadership for the 21st Century, with Dr. Tim Reymann
April 14, 2022
This virtual session focused on the development and application of several key 21st century leadership theories as highly-effective and essential practices for today’s leaders, managers and followers alike. Specifically, the importance of understanding and applying the underpinnings of transformative and servant leadership practices in the workplace will be explained in detailed models and scenarios for attendees to benefit from this knowledge in their daily organizational behaviors and activities.
Attendees were provided with the opportunity to discuss, assess, plus, provide real-world scenarios as highly-effective leadership examples and questions. Materials provided summations of exemplary key leadership principles and practices for application.
Key Learning Objectives:
Dr. Reymann has served as a faculty member of Franklin University for over 25 years. He has chaired the university’s Doctor of Business Administration program for the past four years and prior to that has served a Program Chair for multiple university Business Administration related undergraduate programs. Prior to joining Franklin University, Dr. Reymann served as President for multiple non-profit agencies across greater Ohio.
Dr. Reymann holds a Ph.D. in Organizational Management from Capella University and a Master of Business Administration degree from Franklin University’s Charter MBA class.
*Recording Coming Soon!
Women's History Month: Stages of Leadership: Women in Leadership Panel
March 21, 2022
The Office of Community Relations celebrated Women’s History Month with Stages of Leadership: Women in Leadership Panel. Learn about the challenges, successes and key principles of being a leader from those who are at various points in their career.
Panelists Include:
This session had something to offer for all our alumni, whether you’re looking for inspiration to fuel your own leadership journey or ways you can better support your colleagues, mentor team members or be a resource for family members or friends.
*Recording Coming Soon!
Black History Month: Stories of Success with Christie Angel
February 22, 2022
Franklin University’s Alumni Speaker Series celebrated Black History Month with Stories of Success, featuring guest alumna Christie Angel, President and CEO of the YWCA Columbus.
This virtual program will focused on Christie Angel’s success within government and public affairs, along with her current leadership as the President and CEO of the YWCA Columbus.
The session explored how Christie’s upbringing grew her passion for community service and set her on a road of helping others. Gaining insights on how to turn your passion into a career, tips on servant leadership and how to create and environment for others to be at their best!
Meet the Speaker:
Christie Angel
President and CEO of the YWCA Columbus
Christie Angel joined the YWCA Columbus, one of Central Ohio’s most respected social justice organizations, in 2017 as Chief Executive Officer.
Christie leverages her change management and community experience after working more than two decades in the private and public sectors of Columbus. Under her leadership the YWCA Family Center for homeless families received a $2.5 million dollar grant from the Day 1 Family Fund to provide innovative rehousing services to homeless families. Angel is now boldly guiding the agency through the COVID-19 pandemic and the current social justice movement with the transformation of the agency’s Leadership & Social Justice Department and the launch of a new racial equity training program.
Prior to joining the YWCA Columbus, Angel was principal of government relations and public affairs for Calfee Strategic Solutions and was the deputy chief of staff and external affairs and services director to former Columbus Mayor Michel B. Coleman where she served as a chief advisor to then Mayor Coleman on government relations, business, non-profit and community matters. Christie also worked in the corporate government and community relations field for a Fortune 10 telecommunications company and a boutique consulting firm.
Christie is an active and engaged member of Columbus’ civic and business communities, serving on the boards of Campus Partners for Community Urban Redevelopment, Columbus Downtown Development Corporation, the Greater Columbus Arts Council and the Human Service Chamber of Franklin County. She’s also a member of the Columbus Chapter of the Links, Inc. and the International Women’s Forum.
*Recording Coming Soon!
ENERGY, Chad Willett
January 25, 2022
The Alumni Engagement Series hosted national known speaker Chad Willett as he helps kickoff the new year with his program on "Energy."
This keynote address will help you begin feeding the "Dog of Courage" and the "Dog of Creativity" more often, more regularly, and more consistently. As a result, you will have increased energy levels, a more positive mindset, and increase your risk-taking abilities to begin unleashing your inner creativity and innovation in 2022 and beyond!
*Recording Coming Soon!