Many people launch their own businesses to follow their passions, create new opportunities and make an impact. In this Ask Alumni webcast at OSU, graduates will share how they turned ideas into ventures and built entrepreneurial careers. Panelists will highlight the realities of starting a business, from building networks and finding resources to overcoming early challenges. Join us online to gain practical insights, inspiration and advice to help you start your journey. 

Ginny Katz

2022 | PhD, Human Geography and MPH, Global Health & International Health

Title:CEO, Head of Innovation

Company:HazAdapt

Hazard adaptation researcher and public interest technologist focused on people-centered resilience. I explore where hazards, technology, and human behavior meet to create tools that help communities prepare and stay safe. As CEO of HazAdapt, I lead development of next-gen resilience tech and advocate for Humanity-Friendly innovation in public safety.

Akash Kannegulla

2018 | Ph.D., Nanotechnology

Title:Founder and CEO

Company:Wisedoc, Inc.

Daydreamer turned builder. I founded Wisedoc AI to reimagine how students explore careers. I’m fascinated by psychology and wrote the thriller *Buried in Her Mind*, born from one unexpected idea. I also hold a PhD in semiconductors and nano-photonics—because the future of tech matters. If you’re into AI, books, mental health, or big ideas, let’s connect.

Sydney Forbes

2017 | B.S., Bioengineering

Title:Founder and CEO

Company:Tonsil Tech

Frustrated with a lack of options for people dealing with tonsil stones, I co-founded Tonsil Tech to engineer products for safe and easy tonsil stone removal. Passionate about advocating for this wellness issue and working to create a new category within oral care. As the CEO of Tonsil Tech, I lead a team dedicated to empowering individuals to take control of their bad breath and improve their self-esteem.

Jenifer Trivelli

2009 | M.S., Counseling and B.S., Human Development & Family Sciences

Title:Chief Executive Officer

Company:Wisemind Educational Services

Educational Innovator and founder/CEO of WiseMind Educational Services, helps students and educators build emotional resilience to thrive. Her WiseMind® Emotion Coaching Intervention Curriculum has reached 400+ students in Salem‑Keizer and Silver Falls schools. A keynote and global conference presenter and author of 12+ print articles, Jenifer turns neuroscience and resilience-informed practices into real-world impact.

The OSU College of Business invites you to join us for Real Talk, a dialogue series focused on identity, lived experience, and navigating the workplace as your authentic self.

Real Talk features professionals who’ve been there—sharing honest conversations about identity, belonging, and what it really means to show up in professional spaces.

Winter 2026 Real Talk Events

A Real Talk with Black Women in Business: Beauty, Banking, and Breaking Barriers
Time: 6:00 – 7:00 PM
Location: Austin Hall 440

Tuesday, January 27
Charlisa Harris, Founder, Mylani Vegan Hair & Body Care

Tuesday, February 17
Bianca Williams, CCMP, Wells Fargo Senior Strategy Consultant (Sr. AVP)

If students have questions or need accommodations, they can email jonathan.stoll@oregonstate.edu.

Friday, Jan. 30, noon to 1 p.m.

Register on Handshake

Qorvo designs advanced RF and power solutions for mobile, IoT, infrastructure, defense, and more—helping shape how people live and connect. 

This company is hiring interns. They are looking for:

• Applied Math
• Artificial Intelligence
• Business Analytics
• Business Information Systems
• Chemical Engineering
• Chemistry
• Computer Science
• Data Science
• Electrical Computer Engineering
• Industrial Engineering
• Materials Science
• ME
• Physics
• Statistics

Fun facts:

Qorvo is pronounced kor-vo and is derived from these three words:

Chorus: A group of people working in unison.
Core: The origin or center of technology. 
Voyage (Vo): Voyage or travel, passing through air or space.

Our industry guests will give a quick presentation, then take your questions live following the talk during the live "ask-me-anything" session. 

This talk is part of Engineering is Everywhere and the EECS Webinars  - a series of talks to designed to help you jump start your career. If you are concerned about appearing on screen - consider waiting for the recording to post on the website. Everyone is welcome.

This event is hosted by HKN, the honor's society for electrical computer engineering students. They offer free tutoring and great industry events like this!

Join us for an exclusive College of Business MBA & MSB Alumni and Student Social — a chance to reconnect, celebrate the new year, and strengthen the community that makes our programs so special.

MBA & MSB Alumni and Student Social

Date: Friday, Jan. 30
Time: 5 p.m.
Location: Von Ebert Brewing, Mississippi Taproom (825 N Cook St, Portland, OR)

Details:

• Free onsite parking and unmetered street parking available
• Drinks on us! Food available onsite for purchase.

RSVP is required – secure your spot here.

This virtual session introduces the Graduate Business Programs at Oregon State University. In this online session we will cover graduate program options in the College of Business, including the MBA, Master's, and Graduate Certificates programs. We will also introduce the curriculum, program tracks, program formats, application requirements, and what sets Oregon State apart from other programs. Zoom link will be provided after registration.

Make professional connections and build your chances of finding a full-time job or an internship! Meet with employers in healthcare, government, public, and private sectors who want to hire OSU students.

This virtual session introduces the Graduate Business Programs at Oregon State University. In this online session we will cover graduate program options in the College of Business, including the MBA, Master's, and Graduate Certificates programs. We will also introduce the curriculum, program tracks, program formats, application requirements, and what sets Oregon State apart from other programs. Zoom link will be provided after registration.

This virtual session reviews the application process, offering tips and suggestions to ensure you are submitting a competitive application to MBA, MSB, or graduate certificate programs at Oregon State University. Zoom link will be provided after registration.

The OSU College of Business invites you to join us for Real Talk, a dialogue series focused on identity, lived experience, and navigating the workplace as your authentic self.

Real Talk features professionals who’ve been there—sharing honest conversations about identity, belonging, and what it really means to show up in professional spaces.

Winter 2026 Real Talk Events

A Real Talk with Black Women in Business: Beauty, Banking, and Breaking Barriers
Time: 6:00 – 7:00 PM
Location: Austin Hall 440

Tuesday, January 27
Charlisa Harris, Founder, Mylani Vegan Hair & Body Care

Tuesday, February 17
Bianca Williams, CCMP, Wells Fargo Senior Strategy Consultant (Sr. AVP)

If students have questions or need accommodations, they can email jonathan.stoll@oregonstate.edu.

This virtual session introduces the Graduate Business Programs at Oregon State University. In this online session we will cover graduate program options in the College of Business, including the MBA, Master's, and Graduate Certificates programs. We will also introduce the curriculum, program tracks, program formats, application requirements, and what sets Oregon State apart from other programs. Zoom link will be provided after registration.

This virtual session reviews the application process, offering tips and suggestions to ensure you are submitting a competitive application to MBA, MSB, or graduate certificate programs at Oregon State University. Zoom link will be provided after registration.