What if every student and alumni from University of Guelph, College of Business and Economics had five to fifteen new connections to learn, share, and grow?

Having a diverse network:

  • Accelerates careers
  • Helps tap into the smart thinking of peers locally and globally
  • Is a powerful contribution to the University of Guelph, College of Business and Economics community

Introducing:

The University of Guelph Business Cafe

Matching together alumni with students and recent grads for a career inspiring coffee.

Take an hour every 1–3 months to meet someone new from the College of Business and Economics, create an opportunity to learn, share and answer questions.

What’s next?

Alumni or recent grad? You’re invited, see below for how to get involved.

Student? Start building your network now — you’re invited !

Here’s the full update on what you can expect…

Are you a University of Guelph, College of Business and Economics Student?

Join this network to:

  • Gain a better understanding of what careers are available with your degree
  • Develop your networking and communications skills through real-world practice
  • Build your network of College of Business and Economics alumni based on their industry and interests

As a student at University of Guelph, College of Business and Economics, you have access to alumni and industry partners with valuable life and career advice to share. With 85% of jobs being filled via networking and 2.4 million jobs available over the next four years, the time to build your network is now. The top skills companies are looking for across ALL industries are active listening, speaking, critical thinking and social perceptiveness. Improve these skills by connecting with others, sharing your story and asking thoughtful questions.

University of Guelph Business Cafe is your exclusive networking and mentoring platform. Powered by Ten Thousand Coffees, University of Guelph Business Cafe introduces you to alumni and other students based on your specific career interests and goals. You can schedule and set up a coffee chat in-person or online.

How does the University of Guelph Business Cafe work?

  • You’ll receive monthly introductions each year to a fellow student or alumni based on your career interests and goals
  • Suggest a time to chat, in-person at a coffee shop or online from the comfort of your home, to share your advice and experience
  • Receive an official LinkedIn certification to recognize your commitment to continuous learning and career advancement
  • Once you join, all introductions are sent directly to your preferred inbox, schedule a time, and get an invite directly to your gmail/outlook

How do I join?

The easiest and quickest way to gain access is to sign-up using your school email address here!

Are you an Alumni of University of Guelph, College of Business and Economics?

Join this network to:

  • Help shape the careers of students and young alumni by sharing your career advice and experience
  • Develop your networking and mentoring skills through real-world practice
  • Build your network of other College of Business and Economics alumni and faculty based on your industry and interests

As a graduate from University of Guelph, College of Business and Economics, you have have valuable life and career advice to share. With 85% of jobs being filled via networking and 2.4 million jobs available over the next four years, it is key for students to receive support and advice from those in industry. The top skills companies are looking for across ALL industries are active listening, speaking, critical thinking and social perceptiveness. Everyone can improve these skills by connecting with others, sharing your story and asking thoughtful questions.

Powered by Ten Thousand Coffees, The University of Guelph Business Cafe is an exclusive networking and mentoring platform that introduces you to alumni and students based on specific career interests and goals. You can schedule and set up a coffee chat in-person or online.

How does the University of Guelph Business Cafe work?

  • You’ll receive a monthly introduction to a student or fellow alumni based on your career interests and goals
  • Suggest a time to chat, in-person at a coffee shop or online from the comfort of your home, to share your advice and experience
  • Receive an official LinkedIn certification to recognize your commitment to mentoring and networking
  • Once you join, all introductions are sent directly to your inbox so you don’t need to use another tool!

How do I join?

The easiest and quickest way to gain access is to sign-up using your alumni email address here!

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