Bridging Data, People, & Strategy: Careers for 2026 and Beyond

Join us for an impactful networking event bringing together SPS students, alums, and industry professionals.

Join the Career Design Lab, in collaboration with the Master's in Information & Knowledge Strategy (IKNS) at Columbia's School of Professional Studies, for an engaging networking event. Connect with SPS students, alums, and industry professionals working at the intersection of data, people, and strategy. Gain practical guidance on in‑demand skills, emerging roles, trends in digital transformation, and translating graduate training into real‑world opportunities.

This unique event offers the opportunity for participants in person and online to network, connect, and engage in meaningful conversations. Participants joining virtually will have the opportunity to connect with in person participants in hybrid networking rotations.

Industry execs/round table hosts will include

  • Category Launch Manager, Meta
  • AI Product Manager, Goldman Sachs
  • Customer Success Account Director, Microsoft
  • VP in Firmwide AI, Morgan Stanley
  • Head of Risk Strategy, Intuit
  • Director of Data Analytics, NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
  • Managing Consultant, frog (Part of Capgemini Invent)
  • Account Executive, Amazon

Hors d'oeuvres will be served, along with a beer and wine bar.

For all other questions, please contact Hannah Salto (h [[dot]] salto [[at]] columbia [[dot]] edu).

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This event is open to individuals irrespective of identity and sex.