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Website Contact: Alexis Hackathorn, Email group officers

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Website Contact: Black Graduate Business Leaders, Karnessia Georgetown, Email group officers

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Please join Marshall Graduate Affinity Pass to have access to this group:

https://clubs.marshall.usc.edu/AFFINITY/club_signup

Parent group: Marshall Graduate Affinity Pass

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The Business of Entertainment Association (BEA) connects USC Marshall students with careers in the media and entertainment industry through:

- Exclusive events
- In-depth industry education
- Career advisory and preparation
- Mentorship program
- Direct corporate outreach
- Fun social programming!

USC has a long and storied history of producing business leaders in a variety of industry segments, such as Film, Television, Music, Gaming, Theater, and Digital Media.

With the best alumni network in Los Angeles, relationships with the most successful firms in the field, and student-members with diverse firsthand experience, BEA is an unparalleled resource for MBA students interested in working in media and entertainment.

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Website Mission Membership Benefits Contact: William Clark, Email group officers

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The Entrepreneur and Venture Management Association (EVMA) is a student-led organization committed to supporting students interested in pursuing career opportunities in start-ups, venture capital, or starting their own businesses. Rather than focus on a specific industry or function, EVMA strives to empower its members to pursue opportunities in dynamic growth phase companies and help members build the network they need to launch their own start-up. EVMA also provides complementary resources in the venture capital and private equity industries for students interested in pursuing alternative asset management careers.

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The EVMA provides its members with access to a dynamic network of entrepreneurs and their ecosystem, with a focus on the start-up and Venture Capital community including the USC family and the Southern California community. Our speaker events, seminars, and resources provide members with an opportunity to learn about the fundamentals, motivations and interrelationships that drive successful endeavors in entrepreneurship.

Our goals include:
-Providing a forum to encourage and foster new ideas and innovations
-Educating students regarding the challenges and issues faced by the venture management community
-Promoting and further strengthening USC's position as the top graduate school in entrepreneurship
-Providing the resources and a network within which student entrepreneurs can flourish

EVMA strives to bring together Marshall students who believe in innovation, not imitation. By putting together entrepreneurially-minded students with various professionals active in the venture management community, EVMA represents a unique resource in your business school experience.

Website Mission Contact: Leticia Porter

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We provide academic services, student leadership, engagement opportunities, and personal support to full-time MBA students. We strive to create the best possible USC Marshall experience and support each student in realizing their MBA goals.

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The purpose of this organization is to introduce members to supply chain and advance academic topics related to the field of global supply chain management. The organization will provide formal and informal networking opportunities and introduce problem-solving and analysis skills valuable in the field.

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Member-only events: Company Showcases, Access to Industry and Alumni Networks, Case Competitions, Career in Supply Chain Preparation.

Website Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Namkyu Kim, Elizabeth Zhang, Louis Lu, Christopher Liang, Ratirat Kultawanich, Emily Hsiao, David Liu, Robert Chang, Wendy Yin, Dongyu Xia, Email group officers

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The Graduate Asian Business Society (GABS) is committed to building and maintaining a network that supports those interested in Asian-American community and culture. GABS aims to enhance the Marshall environment by developing forums through which students can network with and learn from Asian business leaders and peers. GABS is also committed to providing a strong support network for Marshall alumni, immediately after graduation and beyond through which alumni can stay in touch, share career and business opportunities, and organize reunions.

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Every year GABS hosts many events including but not limited to: GABS Alumni Mixers (meet USC alumni from all industries), Korean BBQ, Lunar New Year Festival, Karaoke night, Asian Vegas Trek hosted by Wharton Business School (and many other B-schools), and UCLA mixers!

Parent group: Marshall Graduate Affinity Pass

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Website Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Arzoo Anand, Email group officers

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Graduate International Student Club (previously known as ITF) is the official student body for international students at Marshall School of Business. It works as a liaison between international students and the Program Office and is committed to addresses international students' issues and concerns. GISC, through its board members and project managers, ensures that all the issues raised by international students are resolved and addressed in a timely manner.

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GISC provides its members with access to a dynamic student body that works relentlessly to improve international students experience at Marshall. Key goals include:
• Ensure smooth transition of international students to U.S. culture.
• Educate students regarding unique challenges and issues faced by International students.
• Provide the resources and a network within which International students can flourish.
• Promote and further strengthen USC's global diversity and provide a platform for increasing cultural awareness.

Please join Marshall MBA Affinity Pass to have access to this group.

Parent group: Marshall Graduate Affinity Pass

Website Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Sean Wallace, Email group officers

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Our aim is to empower students to pursue a successful and fulfilling marketing career through 3 key pillars:
• Education: Awareness of various career paths and industries, as well as the latest developments in the marketing field with the help of GMA's educational sessions and resources
• Career Development: Refinement and optimization of students' skills as they transition and advance their careers in marketing, across varied industries and marketing roles
• Relationship Building: Meeting and building relationships within the GMA community and the larger marketing network through club resources and events

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The GMA has connections with top marketing companies in the CPG, technology, digital marketing, entertainment marketing, product marketing, retail, beauty and healthcare industries, among others. The GMA works closely with the Career Services Center to give students the tools they need to interview for and land top marketing internships and full-time jobs in Los Angeles and across the country.

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• Fall Career Night
• Lunch & Learns
• Mentor Program
• Marketing Institute
• Alumni Panels
• Internship & Recruiting Panels
• Interview Coaching
• Resume & Cover Letter Workshops
• GMA Socials with Alumni

Website Contact: Matthew Harband, Email group officers

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Website Mission Contact: Yamile Bruzza, Email group officers

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Founded in 1993, USC Marshall Graduate Women in Business (GWiB) is a student-led organization focused on the advancement of women in business.
We hope to inspire and empower business students by providing networking opportunities, community support, and mentorship to our future female leaders.

We believe that by bringing together current graduate students, alumni, faculty, distinguished business leaders, and community members, we can achieve our mission to help develop the next generation of female business leaders and encourage impactful dialogue and meaningful change.

GWiB is dedicated to supporting women in reaching their full professional potential as they explore the opportunities and unique challenges facing women in today's business world.

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Parent group: Marshall Graduate Affinity Pass

Website Mission Contact: Paula Reyes Daza, Email group officers

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HLA is an industry-specific club that focuses on all sectors of the healthcare industry, including payer, provider, digital health, and life sciences (pharmaceuticals, biotech, and medical devices). It also identifies MBA opportunities in the industry across functions (marketing, finance, consulting, strategy, operations, general management, etc). HLA provides a great opportunity to learn about this dynamic industry, connect with second-year MBAs, and network with alumni and recruiters.

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High Tech Association (HTA) at USC Marshall School of Business is committed to helping students interested in pursuing careers in the tech industry. HTA acts as a liaison between club members and companies seeking top business talent. MBA students can pursue a variety of different career paths – from marketing, product, finance, business development, operations and more – with leading technology companies and innovative start-ups. Whether you’re focused on pursuing a career in tech, or just interested in the space, HTA hopes to bring a community together of like-minded, tech-inspired individuals.

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Our events include a technical trainings, Super Saturday casing preparation, interview prep, company visits, panels with practitioners across the tech industry, social events, alumni happy hours, and more!

Please signup using your "marshall.usc.edu" email address rather than your "usc.edu" one.

Website Contact: Michael Jeffery

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Website Mission Membership Benefits Contact: David Friedman, Email group officers

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JAMS is dedicated to fostering a Jewish professional network among Marshall students, the USC graduate schools and the Los Angeles business community from all industries and functional areas. The organization serves as a forum for members as well as the Marshall community as a whole to gain exposure to relevant business issues and Jewish culture.

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JAMS is a Jewish professional network among Marshall Students which collaborates with the USC graduate schools and the Los Angeles business community from all industries and functional areas.

The organization serves as a forum for its members to socialize, meet Jewish executives of the industry, celebrate its culture and have a great time by both partying informally as well as observing religious holidays.

We provide Speaker series in the different industries, mentorship programs and dinners with high-level Jewish executives, networking events with other schools, club parties and a trip to Israel thorough an external organization every winter.

Please join Marshall MBA Affinity Pass to have access to this group.

Parent group: Marshall Graduate Affinity Pass

Website Mission Contact: Dalia Polishuk Szapiro, Email group officers

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We are an inclusive interest group at USC Marshall that promotes diversity, celebrates Latino culture, and strengthens the Trojan Network.

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Parent group: Marshall Graduate Affinity Pass

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The Leadership & Organization Club supports students interested in Leadership Development Programs, Rotational Programs, Human Capital Consulting, and Human Resources.

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We will be liaising with other career clubs to offer training and career development programs. For example, we will be working with industry clubs that are known for LDP recruitment to provide you with the knowledge and insight you need to get internships and job offers for your dream companies. We will be providing casing and behavioral interview prep workshops as well as offer networking opportunities with recruiters to give you on-campus and virtual recruitment opportunities.

The club will also be hosting workshops and events that are curated to enable students to develop their leadership and overall communication skills to thrive in any career path they pursue.

One year membership is $20 and membership fees for the 2020-2021 academic year is due by 9/30/2020.

Website Mission Contact: Raghav Bansal, Email group officers

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The Adam Smith Society is a nationwide, chapter-based association of MBA students and business leaders who believe that business, entrepreneurship, and commerce are wellsprings that keep this country vibrant, creative, prosperous, and free.

The Adam Smith Society works to provide a venue where this discussion of foundational ideas can be explored and applied to the current economic environment.

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Website Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Nathan Itzcovitch, Email group officers

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The mission of MARTHA is to elevate the profile of USC Marshall graduate students as a top-tier source of talent and thought leaders across the scope of our industries: automotive, retail & e- commerce, travel & hospitality.

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• Support students interested in pursuing ecommerce and retail focused careers
• Provide relevant networking and educational opportunities and events
• Strengthen relationships within many types of ecomm/retail industries, including fashion, big box discounters, digital, consumer electronics, specialty, food & drug, etc. Additionally, establish communication between faculty, other students (USC and other local area schools), and retail-focused alumni. Our networking events and resources provide members with an opportunity to learn about the unique challenges ecommerce brands face, the different functions available for MBAs, and the ability to get your foot in the door in industries that are often about who you know.

Major Events:

MERA Introduction & Kick-off Early September
Company Panels (Nike, Apple, and more) 3-4 in Fall Semester
Lunch & Learns 1-2 in Fall Semester
DTC/Ecommerce On-Campus Guest Speakers 1-3 per Semester

Website Mission Contact: MBA MBCP, Sudeep Raj Rajagopal, Sofia Guerra, Email group officers

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The mission of the Marshall Business Competition Program is to provide MBA students with the opportunity to enhance critical business and leadership skills, connect with potential employers, and put classroom learning in to practice. Additionally, through our teams' successes, we strive to enhance the USC Marshall's reputation as a leading MBA program.

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The Marshall Cannabis Association is dedicated to cannabis education, professional development, and normalization.

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Access to cannabis-interview workshops, internship and career recruiting, site visits, case competitions, expert panels, mentorship, friendship, and the Trojan Cannabis Network!

Website Mission Contact: Tonisha Jester, Diego Lundstrom, Sami Khan, Shiressa Johnson

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The Consortium for Graduate Study in Management is a continually growing and evolving alliance of some of the world's leading graduate business schools and business organizations, supported by the strength of our extended network of students and alumni.

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