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Thank you for your interest in leading a breakout session at the Blue Means Business Conference!
Your expertise will play a key role in helping Gatton students and employer partners connect and grow together.
Details for each type of breakout are outlined below.

Students Student Engagement Sessions

Design engaging, creative sessions that will inspire students.

Employers Employer to Employer Sessions

Contribute to professional growth among fellow employers.

Student Engagement Sessions

These sessions will take place on day one of the conference and should be designed to help Gatton students build confidence and career-readiness skills. We’re looking for employer-led breakout sessions that give students practical insight into conference etiquette, professional development, industry expectations, and what success looks like in your field.

Employer and students communicating at university hallway.

Session topics can include anything that may be relevant to early career success, from practical skill-building to industry-specific insights:

BeginnerResume tips that get noticedNetworking with confidenceDecoding the hiring process
IntermediateThriving in your first year on the jobDeveloping leadership skills earlyBuilding professional communication habits
AdvancedTools and systems your field demands (e.g., accounting software, data visualization platforms, CRM systems)

Get creative with your session format - consider hosting a case study or simulation that gives students a firsthand look at your industry. Whether you prefer an interactive workshop or a conversational presentation, we welcome a variety of approaches and teaching styles.


All sessions will be labeled by:

LevelBeginner Intermediate Advanced
RelevanceBusiness majors and interests that would benefit most

Employers may submit more than one student engagement session proposal.

Employer-to-Employer Sessions

These sessions will take place on day two of the conference. Share your organization’s best practices, success stories or new ideas with fellow employer partners. Focus on peer-to-peer learning and professional development for those leading recruiting and early talent initiatives.

Professional Business Meeting in Modern Office Collaboration

Topics might include:

Enhancing campus recruiting strategyImproving retention and onboarding pipelines
Building strong internship or mentorship programsStrengthening partnerships with Gatton, UK or other universities

These sessions should give employer peers the chance to learn from one another and celebrate what’s working in your organizations.


Submit a proposal for a breakout session.

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