Join us for an inspiring Forté Women Networking Event, in partnership with Rice University, one of our distinguished school members. This in-person gathering will bring together current Forté MBA students and MBA alumni for an evening of connection, collaboration, and empowerment — celebrating the strength of the Forté community across generations.

The event will feature a special session, “Lift as You Climb: The Power of Mentorship & Sponsorship,” where we'll explore how women can champion one another at every stage of their professional and personal journeys.

Hear from alumni panelists on practical strategies to give and receive mentorship, cultivate sponsors, support job searches, and build networks that drive shared success:

• Moderator: Sarah Chandler,  Forté Alumni Leadership Council Member, Associate Director, Customer Partner, Kyndryl
• Panelist: Beverley Babcock, Forté Board Member, Senior Vice President Finance & Administration and Controller (Retired), Imperial Oil Limited
• Panelist: Devina Bhojwani, Rice Business Alumni Association Board, President & Co-Founder, STEAM on Demand
• Panelist: Crystal Ho, Forté x Rice Business '25, Senior Strategy Consultant, Accenture

Location: Rice University, Jones School of Business, McNair 116
Date: Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026
Time: 6 - 8pm CT

The evening concludes with a networking reception featuring light beverages and snacks. Come ready to connect, share insight, and lift each other higher.

Registration for this event has closed.