START CONFERENCE
START
CONFERENCE
The 2023 START Conference will be held on Thursday, March 30th, 2023
START
The 2023 START Conference will be held on Thursday, March 30th, 2023
MORNING
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Alicia Petross
Chief Diversity Officer at The Hershey Company
AFTERNOON
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Kelly Palumbo
Vice President Finance, Global Transformation
& Talent Strategies at Johnson & Johnson
STRIVING TOWARD AWARENESS &
RESPECT FOR TOMORROW
This one-day conference focuses on business initiatives in diversity by gathering corporate, academic, and community speakers. Conference participants gain knowledge and information about issues regarding diversity, awareness, and respect for oneself and others. Students have the opportunity to network with corporate representatives, explore career paths, and gain insight into the corporate climate of presenting companies.
START ESSAY CONTEST
Submit a written expression in response to this year's prompt to compete for a monetary award and recognition at the annual START Conference.
All full-time undergraduate students enrolled at any Penn State campus are eligible to enter.
AGENDA
The START Conference agenda features details regarding keynote speakers and breakout sessions.
REGISTER TODAY
Registration is now open. If you have any questions, email diversity@smeal.psu.edu.
THE START COMMITTEE
The START Conference, run by a student-led committee, is an opportunity for leadership, personal and professional growth, and a chance to work closely with company representatives.