BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//UNICON - ECPv6.6.4.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:UNICON X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://uniconexed.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for UNICON REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Stockholm BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD TZID:Europe/Lisbon BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:WEST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:WET DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250904 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250906 DTSTAMP:20261023T225435 CREATED:20250509T112458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T161150Z UID:8784-1756944000-1757116799@uniconexed.org SUMMARY:UNICON European Meet Up\, September 4-5\, Lyon DESCRIPTION:UNICON European Meet Up 2025\, 4-5 September\, Lyon\n \n📍 Location\nemlyon business school144 Avenue Jean-Jaurès69007 Lyon\, FranceNearest airport: Lyon Airport St Exupéry \n🤝 About European Meet-Ups\n\nCurrent issues discussion\nHost school insights\nPeer networking\nRegional collaboration\n\n✨ Format\n\nInformal networking\nKnowledge sharing\nRegional updates\nLocal culture experience\n\nThe next UNICON European Meet-Up will take place on September 4–5\, 2025\, hosted by Emlyon Business School in Lyon\, France. During this Meet-up\, we will explore how AI is shaping the future of executive education and having vibrant discussions with all of you. Who will be the next executive education to embark on a learning expedition of a new kind? It’s not a question of going to the other side of the world\, but rather of exploring new possible futures with AI and taking a fresh look at the present. \nDate: September 4–5\, 2025 \nVenue: emlyon business school144 Avenue Jean-Jaurès69007 Lyon\, France(Lyon Airport St Exupéry) \nTheme: Artificial Intelligence for New Futures in Executive Education \nFees (to cover the costs): around 500 euros + VAT \nRegistration will open soon (first in\, first served; limited place) \nVenue: emlyon business school: Founded in 1872 by the Lyon Chamber of Commerce at the initiative of silk entrepreneurs\, emlyon business school is one of the oldest management schools in Europe. It belongs to the top 1% of business schools worldwide\, holding a triple accreditation from EQUIS\, AACSB\, and AMBA. \nemlyon business school welcomes 9\,260 students of 130 nationalities across four global campuses (Lyon\, Shanghai\, Paris\, and Mumbai). The School relies on a Faculty of 174 international research professors and a network of 220 academic partners worldwide to offer excellence in learning and global exposure. It has a community of 48\,000 graduates in more than 130 countries. \nAs a Mission-driven company since 2021\, emlyon’s purpose is to: “provide lifelong training and support to enlightened people who effectively change organizations to build a society that is fairer\, show solidarity for others and respect the planet.” \nemlyon business school cultivates the ability to drive change in resonance with the world\, by placing scientific knowledge creation\, skills hybridization\, and social & environmental responsibility at the core of its training programs\, and by supporting on a teaching method that closely combines action and thinking. \nAbout Our Host\n \nLearn more about our host:emlyon at UNICON |emlyon website \nTo express interest in attending\, please contact Katarzyna Kozicz Fonseca. Learn more about European Meet-Ups here. \nRegister Interest URL:https://uniconexed.org/event/unicon-european-meet-up-2025-lyon/ CATEGORIES:European Meet Up ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uniconexed.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/emlyon-European-Meet-Up-UNICON-2025-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250520 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250523 DTSTAMP:20261023T225435 CREATED:20240820T120924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T153348Z UID:8235-1747699200-1747958399@uniconexed.org SUMMARY:2025 UNICON Directors' Conference\, The American University in Cairo DESCRIPTION:Transforming Executive Education: Innovative Strategies for a Dynamic Business Landscape\n\nDate: May 20-22\, 2025\nLocation: Cairo\, Egypt\nHosted by: The American University in Cairo\, AUC School of Business\n\nAUC New Cairo CampusAUC Avenue\, P.O. Box 74New Cairo 11835\, Egypt\nAUC Tahrir Square Campus113 Kasr El Aini St.\, P.O. Box 2511Cairo\, 11511\, Egypt\n\n\nEvent Website: https://aucevents-unicon2025.vfairs.com/\n\n \n DOWNLOAD THE AGENDA\n \n https://youtu.be/COSKeljf-bs \nIn today’s rapidly evolving business environment\, embracing change and innovation is essential. The UNICON Directors’ Conference is designed to address this need\, showcasing new strategies and opportunities in executive education. \nWho Should Attend\nDirectors\, Deans\, and Senior leaders who are responsible for executive education and development programs within their respective institutions. \nConference Program\nSee the conference agenda here. \nPlan your Stay\nThere are two recommended hotels for conference attendees: \n\nCairo Marriott Hotel & Omar Al Khayyam Casino\nSteigenberger Tahrir\n\nDiscover AUC School of Business Executive Education\nSince its establishment in 1977\, The AUC School of Business Executive Education has been a center of excellence\, providing Egypt and the wider region with highly specialized executive education programs. Our commitment to constant evolution and reinvention ensures we remain relevant and impactful in a dynamic business environment. \n \nHave you got any questions?\nGet in touch with the AUC team:  \n\nSundays through Thursdays\,\nfrom 9am – 4pm\nemail: farida_yehia@aucegypt.edu URL:https://uniconexed.org/event/2025-unicon-directors-conference-may-20-22-2025/ LOCATION:American University in Cairo\, Cairo\, 11835\, Egypt CATEGORIES:Directors' Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uniconexed.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/American-University-in-Cairo-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Lisbon:20241106T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Lisbon:20241108T130000 DTSTAMP:20261023T225435 CREATED:20230401T195757Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T141756Z UID:7253-1730898000-1731070800@uniconexed.org SUMMARY:2024 UNICON Team Development Conference\, Nova SBE DESCRIPTION:Joining Us? Download Whova\, the Official Event App\n \n \nUNICON Team Development Conference 2024 \nEvent Details \n\nDate: 6-8 November 2024\nTime: The conference officially starts at 1pm on November 6th and finishes at 1pm on November 8th. \nNewcomers session + Campus Tour (day 1): if you wish to join us earlier\, on Day 1 we will have the Newcomers Session at 10:45am\, followed by a Campus Tour at 11am. This session is especially useful for those who are attending UNICON Conferences for the first time\, as well as current members who wish to learn more about how to make the most of their UNICON membership. \nLocation: Nova SBE\, Carcavelos\, Portugal (30-min from Lisbon)\nFees: 1650€\n\nAbout the Conference: What to Expect\n \n Download the Agenda\n \nThis year’s UNICON Team Development Conference\, themed “Generate the Future of Executive Education in a Hallucinate World\,” explores the transformative potential of generative AI. While generative AI sometimes produces unexpected or imaginative outputs—known as “hallucinations”—this conference encourages participants to think outside the box and embrace innovative ideas. Attendees will gain insights into how AI can inspire creative thinking and drive innovation in executive education\, helping them stay at the forefront of educational leadership. \nConference Highlights\nDay 1 – Hallucinate Era:\nExplore how embracing unconventional thinking and imaginative possibilities can revolutionize executive education and inspire innovative solutions. \nDay 2: Generate Change Management\, Positive and Peaceful Leaders\nGenerate the Never-Ending Change Management: Enhance your leadership skills to thrive amidst continuous change. \nGenerate Positive and Peaceful Leaders: Focus on the importance of cultivating positive and peaceful leaders who can navigate uncertainty and foster stability in an ever-changing world. \nDay 3 – Generate Life Transition & Infinite Learning:\nFocus on continuous learning and career longevity\, fostering an environment of perpetual growth. \nNeed assistance?\n📧 unicontdc2024@novasbe.pt \n\n  \nHosted by Nova School of Business and Economics\nCarcavelos\, Portugal URL:https://uniconexed.org/event/2024-unicon-team-development-conference-nova-school-of-business-and-economics-lisbon-portugal/ LOCATION:Nova School of Business and Economics\, Lisbon\, Portugal CATEGORIES:Team Development Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://uniconexed.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/NOVA.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240905 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240907 DTSTAMP:20261023T225435 CREATED:20240221T180420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T113504Z UID:7799-1725494400-1725667199@uniconexed.org SUMMARY:UNICON European Meet Up\, September 5-6\, Stockholm DESCRIPTION:The meet up is an informal network of Directors of Executive Education based in Europe. Agenda to follow. \nThis Meet Up will run for two days\, starting at 12pm on Thursday September 5th and finishing at 5pm on Friday September 6th at Stockholm School of Economics. \nAbout European Meet Ups\nWe meet once or twice a year hosted by a member school. The theme of the meet ups vary\, but we will always have some content designed around current issues and spend some time learning from our host school. \nRegister your interest\nIf you wish to express an interest in attending these events\, please email jane.crombleholme@manchester.ac.uk URL:https://uniconexed.org/event/unicon-european-meet-up-stockholm/ LOCATION:Stockholm School of Economics\, Stockholm\, Sveavägen 65\, SE-104 30\, Sweden CATEGORIES:European Meet Up ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uniconexed.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Stockholm-School-of-Economics.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240521 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240524 DTSTAMP:20261023T225435 CREATED:20240205T155741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T043742Z UID:7732-1716249600-1716508799@uniconexed.org SUMMARY:2024 UNICON Directors' Conference\, Hong Kong DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, May 21 – Thursday\, May 23\, 2024\nREGISTER NOW \nWinning in a New Era: Futurists’ Perspectives of Our Industry\nHow can executive education differentiate in an increasingly complex and competitive landscape? \nJoin us for an exciting journey at the 2024 UNICON Directors’ Conference. This event is being hosted as a collaboration among 3 member schools: Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST)\, Ivey Business School\, and Michigan Ross School of Business.  \nThe vibrant city of Hong Kong is the perfect setting to explore emerging opportunities in Asia and to debate strategies for successfully breaking in to new markets. \nOver three action-packed days\, participants will navigate the evolving landscape of our world and understand the impact on leadership development and executive education. We will delve into cutting-edge advancements and visionary ideas shaping tomorrow and spark dynamic discussions covering critical issues related to technology\, innovation\, and societal trends. \nThis event will push your thinking while offering actionable outcomes. \nImportant Information \nDue to space limitations\, we encourage you to register quickly. At this time\, we are only accepting one registration per school. \nYou have until February 23\, 2024 to register. \nShortly after registration closes\, we will confirm the number of additional spots available for interested schools to register a second participant. \n \n Find Out More and Register URL:https://uniconexed.org/event/2024-unicon-directors-conference-hong-kong/ CATEGORIES:Directors' Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uniconexed.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/090704cc-b82a-4531-a5f2-6dbe0497ee78-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231129T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231201T120000 DTSTAMP:20261023T225435 CREATED:20220116T205840Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231011T134608Z UID:6937-1701248400-1701432000@uniconexed.org SUMMARY:2023 UNICON Team Development Conference November 29 - December 1 DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, November 29 – Friday\, December 1\, 2023 \nHosted by HEC Montréal Executive Education\nExecutive Education HEC Montréal is excited to host the 2023 UNICON Team Development Conference. Join us in Montreal November 29 to December 1\, 2023\, for this much-anticipated annual event\, bringing together the worldwide community of business schools belonging to the UNICON consortium. \nCome learn about the latest trends in executive education\, with a compelling array of panels\, workshops and networking opportunities in the heart of Montreal\, one of the world’s most captivating and innovation-minded cities. \nThis year’s theme will be Empowering Executive Education: Talent\, Collaboration\, Innovation. \nNOV 29 – DAY 1      NURTURING TALENT\nThe first day will focus on the pressing need to engage\, energize\, attract and retain skilled professionals. \nNOV 30 – DAY 2      COLLABORATING FOR SUCCESS\nDiscover how to leverage the collective power of partnerships to propel your organization forward in the new economy. \nDEC 1 – DAY 3        INNOVATING FOR THE FUTURE\nIt’s never been as important as it is now to be future-ready. \nGet ready to LEARN\, CONNECT and GROW as an executive education leader! \n \n  URL:https://uniconexed.org/event/2023-unicon-team-development-conference-november-29-december-1/ LOCATION:HEC Montréal\, 501\, de La Gauchetière Street\, West\, Montréal\, Québec\, H2Z 1Z5\, Canada CATEGORIES:Team Development Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://uniconexed.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/HEC-Montreal_Logo_Ecole_dirigeants_Sans_Slogan_RGB_ANG_coul.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231128 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231129 DTSTAMP:20261023T225435 CREATED:20230719T210101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230719T210101Z UID:7449-1701129600-1701215999@uniconexed.org SUMMARY:Leadership Academy Session at HEC Montréal DESCRIPTION:The 8th cohort of the UNICON Leadership Academy will hold a full-day session before the Team Development Conference. URL:https://uniconexed.org/event/leadership-academy-session-at-hec-montreal/ LOCATION:HEC Montréal\, 501\, de La Gauchetière Street\, West\, Montréal\, Québec\, H2Z 1Z5\, Canada CATEGORIES:Leadership Academy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uniconexed.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/UNICON-white-225x75-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231128 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231129 DTSTAMP:20261023T225435 CREATED:20230719T185014Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230719T185925Z UID:7448-1701129600-1701215999@uniconexed.org SUMMARY:UNICON Board Meeting DESCRIPTION:The fall UNICON Board Meeting will be held prior to the Team Development Conference \nHosted by HEC Montréal \nExact time to follow. URL:https://uniconexed.org/event/unicon-board-meeting/ LOCATION:HEC Montréal\, 501\, de La Gauchetière Street\, West\, Montréal\, Québec\, H2Z 1Z5\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uniconexed.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/UNICON-white-225x75-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230813T170000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230813T173000 DTSTAMP:20261023T225435 CREATED:20230723T155433Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230723T155542Z UID:7454-1691946000-1691947800@uniconexed.org SUMMARY:Attention Primary Representatives: Membership Benchmarking Survey Due August 13th DESCRIPTION:Attention Primary Representatives:\nYour Voice Matters in Shaping the Future of Executive Education!\nDon’t miss the chance to participate in the UNICON Membership Benchmarking Survey! \nComplete it by August 13th and gain access to crucial industry insights. \nAdditionally\, you’ll have the opportunity to win tuition vouchers for either the Team Development or Director’s Conference. \nThe survey began on July 6th and is conducted by our research partner\, Percept Research. If you haven’t received your school’s survey link\, please contact them by visiting https://link.bschoolresear.ch/support-ticket. To ensure you receive future emails\, add noreply@qemailserver.com to your email whitelist. URL:https://uniconexed.org/event/7454/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uniconexed.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Canstockphoto-benchmarking-e1690127549319.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230804T163000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230804T170000 DTSTAMP:20261023T225435 CREATED:20230723T123740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230723T204755Z UID:7460-1691166600-1691168400@uniconexed.org SUMMARY:Application deadline: August 4th\, UNICON Leadership Academy DESCRIPTION:Time is Running Out. Just a Few Seats Left… \nApplications are still open for the 8th class of the\nUNICON Leadership Academy\nApplication deadline: August 4th\nThe UNICON Leadership Academy is an eight-month development program designed specifically for university-based executive education professionals seeking to transition into leadership roles within member schools. The Academy is designed for individuals seeking T-shaped leadership development within the Executive Education industry and Director-level leaders\, with two years of University experience.  \nThe Academy  is geared towards analyzing the Business Model proposition and is fully integrated into the Team Development Conference. The program includes teamwork\, projects\, webinars\, mentoring\, individual development planning\, peer coaching\, and an in-person session to coincide with the annual team conference. The 2023 Team Development Conference will be hosted by HEC Montreal in Montreal\, Quebec\, Canada. The Leadership Academy registration fee is $2\,000. \nLeadership Academy Application URL:https://uniconexed.org/event/application-deadline-august-4th-unicon-leadership-academy/ CATEGORIES:Leadership Academy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uniconexed.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/canstockphoto16326250-its-your-future.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR