REDEFINE your PATH TO leadership
MBA Virtual Leadership Conference
Leadership isn’t about titles — it’s about the experiences that shape you. At the Forté MBA Virtual Leadership Conference, you’ll discover how your unique journey — every win, pivot, and lesson learned — can fuel your next professional leap.
Hear from trailblazing leaders in business and connect with MBA peers from leading business schools for bold conversations, practical strategies, and inspiring voices. This dynamic event will empower you to own your story, build lasting confidence, and explore new paths to leadership that reflect who you are and where you're headed.
Plus, meet recruiters from Forté corporate members looking to connect with high-potential MBA students (like you) during the Virtual Career Expo.
View the full agenda for the line-up of our inspiring speakers and event sessions.
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Who
When
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registration details
Early Bird Registration:
- Deadline: Aug. 18, 2025
- Cost: $50 for MBA students at Forté member schools; $60 for all other students
Regular Registration:
- Deadline: Sept. 11, 2025
- Cost: $60 for all students
Conference Details
HIGHLIGHTS
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1Discover your leadership edge. Dive into sessions that help you own your story and use your experiences to move your career forward.
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2Learn from standout leaders. Hear from women at the top of their game across industries and roles. You'll walk away with practical insights and fresh inspiration.
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3Build your MBA network. Meet and connect with students from other leading business schools who share your ambition and curiosity.
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4Network with in-demand companies. Recruiters from Forté member companies are showing up to meet MBAs like you at the Virtual Career Expo. Get your resume in early and make those connections count.
Friday, Sept. 12, 2025
All sessions are in Eastern Time Zone
11:30 am - 12:15 pm
Opening Session: Welcome Remarks
Sponsored By: Gartner
12:15 - 1 pm
Session 1: Designing Your Road Map to First Level-Leadership
1 - 1:30 pm
Speed Networking
Connect with your peers from other leading business schools during one-on-one speed networking.
1:30 - 1:45 pm
Session 2: Hot Topics Round 1
Choose a session from these 4 topics:
- topics coming soon
1:45 - 2 pm
Session 3: Hot Topics Round 2
Encore session of Hot Topics
2 - 2:30 pm
Speed Networking
Connect with your peers from other leading business schools during one-on-one speed networking.
2:30 - 3:15 pm
Session 4: Closing Keynote
3:15 - 3:30 pm
Closing Remarks
3:30 - 5 pm
Virtual Career Expo
This will be a highly interactive portion of the conference with corporate sponsors.
The Virtual Career Expo brings together the event’s sponsors and exceptional talent (that’s you!). Connect with company representatives to learn more about internship and full-time employment opportunities.
(Note: companies are being confirmed and will be added to this list soon)
meet the speakers
Speaker details will be added soon.
WHEN IS THE RESUME UPLOAD DEADLINE?
To ensure that your resume is included in pre-conference communications with member companies, please upload your resume by Aug. 24, 2025, at 11:59pm ET. Resumes can still be uploaded to the Forté Job Center after this date and will be searchable by company representatives up to the start of the conference.
WHAT IS THE CANCELLATION POLICY?
Students can cancel their registration with full refund through Aug. 29, 2025, at 11:59pm ET. No refunds will be given after this time.
WHO CAN I CONTACT WITH ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS?
Please contact the MBA Programs Team if you have any additional questions.
Our Sponsors
Are you interested in sponsoring the 2025 conference? Please contact Rachel Harrington for sponsorship opportunities.
