38 students from the Barney School of Business traveled to Boston for an immersive Corporate Visit Day, gaining firsthand exposure to industry leaders, alumni, and one of the country’s most innovative business ecosystems on Wednesday, April 8.
Their first stop was Fidelity Investments, where students spent several hours learning about the company’s operations, career pathways, and industry insights directly from professionals in the field. The visit offered a valuable look into the inner workings of a global financial services firm and provided students with opportunities to ask questions and engage with employees.
Following the morning session, students traveled to Cambridge for lunch at BRED Gourmet, owned by University of Hartford alumnus Tambo Barrow ’09. The lunch featured a panel of accomplished alumni who shared their career journeys, advice, and perspectives on navigating the professional world. Speakers included Barrow, Mary Silvia ’11 of SeriousFun Children’s Network, Romy Richman ’17, M’18 of SimpliSafe, and Jordan Arruda ’16 of Markforged. Their diverse experiences across industries gave students a well-rounded understanding of potential career paths and the value of adaptability and networking.
In the afternoon, students participated in an Innovation Trail tour through Kendall Square and the MIT area, widely recognized as a hub for technology, entrepreneurship, and research.
Throughout the day, students were encouraged to engage professionally, dressed in business attire, prepared with questions, and ready to network. Corporate Visit Day provided Barney students with a meaningful opportunity to connect classroom learning with real-world experience, build professional connections, and explore the dynamic business landscape of Boston.