First Thursdays is a continuing and professional education program operated by the Lundy-Fetterman School of Business at Campbell University. We’re about connecting you with leading business and industry experts for online and in-place learning opportunities designed to help you succeed in today’s competitive business environment–“learn it today, use it tomorrow”.
2025-2026 Schedule & Details
Date: Thursday January 2, 2025
Time: 2:00 pm – 3:45 pm
Location: Norman A. Wiggins School of Law
Cost: Attendance is free, but registration is required
Description: Join leaders from across North Carolina on Jan. 2 as they unite to discuss the state of the economy for 2025.
Companies want certainty. It allows them to position their business for opportunity or protection. Having an idea of what the state’s economy will look in the coming year helps clarify vision and purpose. As we enter 2025, businesses need to consider the key factors that influence our economy.
- What will North Carolina’s economy be like in 2025?
- Where will growth come?
- How will regulation changes be dealt with?
- How can companies best take advantage of what is in store?
- How do we deal with inflation and supply shortages?
Panelists include:
- Dr. Mark Steckbeck, Lundy Chair of Free Enterprise and Associate Professor of Economics. Campbell University
- Sen. Jim Burgin, District 12
- Anita Bachmann, CEO UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of North Carolina
- Lee Hodge, Business and Economic Development attorney, Ward and Smith P.A.
Date: Thursday February 6, 2025
Time: 11:00 am – 12:00 noon
Location: Virtual
Cost: Attendance is free, but registration is required
Description: Explore AI and design thinking for a human-centered approach to solve problems and create innovative products and services. Attendance is free, but registration is required.
Bio: Scott A. Kelly serves as an instructor at Campbell University, teaching courses in entrepreneurship and marketing. Kelly also serves as Director of Entrepreneurship and helps connect the Campbell community to the regional business community, mainly through Raleigh Founded, an entrepreneurial co-working space.
Kelly received a Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems from Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green, Kentucky and a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing from Fisher College of Business at The Ohio State University.
Join Scott Kelly for this informative and entertaining 45-minute webinar. Learn it today, and use it tomorrow!
Date: Thursday March 6, 2025
Time: 11:00 am – 12:00 noon
Location: Virtual
Cost: Attendance is free, but registration is required
Description: Financial acumen is a skill that involves understanding and applying financial information to make decisions. It’s a valuable skill for both personal and professional success.
Bio: Dr. Corrine Carr serves as an Assistant Professor of Finance at Campbell University, teaching Finance courses at both the undergraduate and graduate level. Carr earned her Bachelor of Science in Finance and Mathematics from the University of South Carolina and her Ph.D. in Finance from Michigan State University. Prior to joining Campbell University in 2017, Dr. Carr served as a professor at West Virginia University.
Join Dr. Corrine Carr for this informative and engaging 45-minute webinar. Learn it today, and use it tomorrow!
Date: Thursday April 3, 2025
Time: 11:00 am – 12:00 noon
Location: Virtual
Cost: Attendance is free, but registration is required
Description: Estate planning is the process of arranging how assets will be distributed after death, or if you become incapacitated. It can also include instructions for how you want your affairs handled.
Bio: Tyler Britton serves as Assistant Professor of Trust and Wealth Management and Director of the Master of Trust and Wealth Management program at Campbell University. Tyler graduated from Campbell University in 2011, with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Trust and Wealth Management and minor in Financial Planning. He went on to earn his Juris Doctorate from Campbell University School of Law in 2014. Tyler is a member of the North Carolina State Bar, North Carolina Bar Association, Johnston County Bar Association, and Wake County Bar Association.
Date: Thursday May 1, 2025
Time: 11:00 am – 12:00 noon
Location: Virtual
Cost: Attendance is free, but registration is required
Description: Individuals typically use a coach when they need targeted assistance to overcome specific challenges or to accelerate their progress in a particular area. Mentoring is when a trusted advisor provides guidance on long-term career development, personal development and leadership skills.
Bio: Karen Mishra serves as an Associate Professor of Business at Campbell University’s Lundy-Fetterman School of Business. Mishra earned her Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Management from Albion College, her Master of Business Administration with a focus in Marketing from The University of Michigan, and her Ph.D. in Marketing Communications from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Join Dr. Karen Mishra for this informative and engaging 45-minute webinar. Learn it today, use it tomorrow!
Registration
Register for as many of the sessions as you wish to attend and we encourage you to share the word about this exciting learning opportunity with your colleagues, coworkers, and friends. Attendance is free, but registration is required.
Contact Us
For more information contact:
Dr. Mike Seibert, Director of Graduate Programs and External Programs
seibertm@campbell.edu
910-893-1380