2024 ROMBA Conference - Corporate Partner FAQs

Thank you for partnering with us at our 2024 ROMBA Conference! We have compiled a list of frequently asked questions to conveniently provide you with the information you need to get ready for the conference.

ROMBA Corporate Partner FAQs

How do I register for the ROMBA Conference?

Registration for the ROMBA Conference is now live! Please use this link to register. Each registrant must sign up individually to provide dietary restrictions, access needs, and agree to the code of conduct and waiver.

Use your unique company discount code YOURCOMPANYNAME24 for the number of full registrations included in your partnership level. Your specific company code has been emailed to you by Sadiyah Rashied. 

Registration prices are as follows: $800 (Early Bird 6/3-8/25); $900 (Standard 8/26-9/20), and $1,200 (Within One Week of Event 9/21-9/28). A Limited Access Pass is $100. 

Please note that Limited Access registrants (Career Expo Only) do not have access to meals, workshops, or other conference parts. Please register for this pass here. 

All discount codes are case-sensitive. If you encounter any issues, please email Sadiyah Rashied at srashied@reachingoutmba.org.

Do you have a master calendar for corporate partners?

Yes, we have a calendar for our partners, complete with all of our events, milestones, and deadlines. Our calendar is maintained as a Google sheet here and will be updated as deadlines become available.

How do I make accommodations for the ROMBA Conference?

We are pleased to offer a dedicated link for group reservations for the 2024 ROMBA Conference, held at the Westin Bonaventure, located at 404 S. Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA 90071. This link can be used to book up to fifteen (15) rooms within our contracted room block from September 24 to September 29.

Booking Details:

  • Rate: $237 per night, plus applicable taxes.
  • Reservations: You may enter names and contact information as placeholders if your team has not yet been confirmed. You can make multiple reservations under the same name and update these at a later date as needed. You may also edit the dates for each individual guest. 
  • Cancellation Policy: Reservations can be canceled up to three (3) days before check-in without penalty, providing flexibility should your plans change.
  • Payment: A credit card is required to secure your reservation. No deposit will be charged at the time of booking, but the card will be billed upon check-in or in the event of a no-show.
  • Confirmation: You will receive a confirmation email as soon as your reservation is finalized.
  • Deadline: The last date to book your room at our discount rate is Wednesday, August 28.

Please ensure that all reservations are made through the designated link to take advantage of these special terms.

How can I access GradLeaders, the jobs board and CV database used by Reaching Out MBA?

If your company was a Corporate Partner in 2023, you will have access to GradLeaders. Please note that only last year’s students and talent will be on the platform until early June. However, please feel free to post and promote positions to students currently on GradLeaders.

If you or anyone from your company’s Talent Acquisition team would like to sign up for the GradLeaders platform, please use this link to establish a new company contact as part of your company. If it’s your first time using the platform, please click the link “1st time user? Create Account.” Reaching Out MBA and GradLeaders also hosted a training session for our Corporate Partners in 2023. Click here to view the recorded training session. 

If your company is a new Corporate Partner in 2024, you will have access to GradLeaders and the new talent pool in early June.

What is a student interest report and how can I access my company’s?

As students register for our conference, they may select your company as one of particular interest to them. A specially generated link will enable you to access your Student Interest Report. Each time you download the report, it will be updated dynamically as new students register and pick your company. You should have received your company’s link from Sadiyah Rashied, srashied@reachingoutmba.org. If you have not, please contact her.

My company receives an eligible speaking opportunity as part of our benefits package. How can we sign up for one?

If your company receives one or more speaking opportunities, you are eligible to nominate speakers here. The list of available speaking opportunities and our agenda can be viewed here. 

Please note that speaking opportunities are not guaranteed. You can increase your chances of securing a speaking placement by supporting our DEI goals. For more information, go here. The final deadline to submit speakers is Friday, September 6 and we review submissions on a rolling basis. After that date, we may accept submissions and make placements only if Reaching Out MBA requires specific speaker placements. Once speakers are confirmed, we will provide a unique link and discount code for speaker registration. Please note that speaker registrations are separate from full conference registrations.

How can I learn more about the logistics for the Career Expo – e.g., shipping/receiving, build outs, move-in/move-out times?

Logistics and dryage company information will be shared by Reaching Out MBA by Thursday, August 1.

How can I find out where my booth is for the Career Expo at ROMBA?

Booth assignments will be made by Reaching Out MBA in early September; there is no process for requesting a particular spot within the expo. The Career Expo will occur on Friday, September 27th from 2:15pm-6:15pm.

How can I create a social media post, job listing, newsletter ad, or company spotlight that is included in our partnership benefits?

If you partner with Reaching Out MBA at the Garnet level or higher, you may receive one or more of the aforementioned benefits. Use this form to engage these benefits. 

Social Media Posts (Garnet & Above): Share your text and visual assets, add a link, and choose the platforms you want to target – Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter/X, and/or Instagram. This benefit is available year-round, not just during the conference season. Schedule your posts in advance for added convenience.

Job Listings (Garnet & Above): Submit job listings to be shared with the ROMBA community. This benefit allows you to post your job listing and include an image. Check your corporate partnership package for your job listing quota. Refer to the master calendar for all job listing deadlines.

Newsletter Ad (Garnet & Above): Submit an ad to be featured in the newsletter using the form provided.

Event/Company Spotlight (Emerald & Above): Provide information for your event or company spotlight, including copy and an image, for us to share with the ROMBA community.

My company would like promote its partnership with ROMBA do you have social media assets that we can use?

We have social media assets for both the ROMBA conference. Please feel free to customize the assets with your company logo/designs at your discretion. Find them linked below where you can right-click to save and/or download:

ROMBA social media asset #1 (628×1200)

ROMBA social media asset #2 (1080×1080)

ROMBA social media asset #3 (1080×1920)

ROMBA social media asset #4 (1200×628)

My company selected an ad in the conference program as part of our benefits package, or it is included. How do I submit an ad?

Please refer to your corporate partnership package and invoice to confirm your eligibility for an ad in our conference program. Ensure that your ad adheres to ROMBA’s specific requirements, as outlined below. Do not use an existing ad without verifying its compliance with these specs. All ads must be submitted by Friday, August 16. Please send your ads to Sadiyah Rashied at srashied@reachingoutmba.org by the deadline. Failure to submit your ad on time will result in the expiration of this benefit.

Specs for a full-page ad are:

– CMYK

– 300 DPI

– no crop marks

– Final size is 8.5”W x 11”H

– Full bleed is 8.75”W x 11.25”H

– Fonts outlined

– Linked image included (if not flattened file)

Specs for a half-page ad are:

– CMYK

– 300 DPI

– no crop marks

– Final size is 8.5”W x 5.5”H

– Full bleed is 8.75”W x 5.75”H

– Fonts outlined

– Linked image included (if not flattened file)

My company selected a designated meal table as part of our benefits package. How can I find out more about how this benefit works?

The designated meal table covers either our Friday breakfast, Friday lunch, or Saturday dinner. Each table seats ten (10) people. When you arrive at the meal(s) you designated as your choice, you will see your company’s name on the table. Please feel free to use our student interest report, GradLeaders, or other tools you are using to extend invitations to students or alumni to join you at your table. This is a good way to get to know our registrants better. Reaching Out MBA reserves the right to seat additional registrants at your table, if there are any unfilled seats at the start of the meal. Table assignments will be available in early September. 

My company selected an interview booth as part of our benefits package. How can we find out where our booth is as well as the hours for the booth?

If an Interview Booth is a part of your selected benefits, you may use your booth(s) on Friday, September 27 and Saturday, September 28. The exact times and booth assignments will be communicated in early September. The booth(s) will be located in a pre-designated area. Each semi-private booth space is an 8’x8’ draped area with three (3) chairs, a small table, and signage on the exterior to designate that space as yours. 

Please note that interview spaces for PRIZM may be in different locations operating at different times. 

What is the Networking Lounge?

The Networking Lounge is appropriate for professional networking, small group meet-ups, affinity groups, a coffee chat, and/or workspace for individuals and small groups (up to six folks). Reaching Out MBA will offer featured coffee breaks in this space on Friday (presented by PwC) and Saturday (presented by Pfizer). Location and times will be communicated this summer.

I was not able to attend the ROMBA Corporate Partner Orientation. How can I view the content?

If you were unable to join the ROMBA orientation, you can access the recorded meeting via Zoom using this link. Additionally, the agenda is attached here for your review. The recording is approximately 35 minutes and covers partner benefits such as GradLeaders and student interest reports, company receptions, and logistics including how to book a sub-block of rooms.

PRIZM Corporate Partner FAQs

As a corporate partner interested in engaging with mid-career talent from the ROMBA alumni community, could you clarify the associated costs and specific actions required from our company to participate in PRIZM and related programming?

As part of our commitment to enhancing partnership value, we are integrating these new programming opportunities into your existing partnerships without any additional cost this year. Here’s what you can expect and what we ask in return:

Benefits Included:

Visibility: Your company logo will feature in a targeted marketing campaign.
Conference Perks: Receive one additional complimentary registration for a recruiter dedicated to this talent pool, a free interview space at the ROMBA conference upon request for coffee chats, and, most importantly, access to all conference program sessions for your team.
Recruitment Tools: Benefit from ten (10) complimentary job posting announcements and exclusive access to seasoned talent CVs via GradLeaders.
Networking Opportunities: Exclusive invitations for two (2) company representatives to a special networking reception held concurrently with the ROMBA conference and inclusion in two forthcoming virtual engagements.

Expectations from Your Company:

Event Participation: Attend pivotal Reaching Out MBA events tailored for mid-career professionals, including the PRIZM at ROMBA, with at least one dedicated, experienced recruiter who can discuss your company’s mid-career opportunities.
Job Postings: Post a minimum of five (5) full-time employment opportunities suitable for this talent segment.
Active Engagement: Participate fully in PRIZM and at least one (1) of our two planned virtual events in 2025, and maintain a presence at a minimum of two ROMBA regional events, which may feature local LGBTQ+ ERG members, poster boards, or palm cards with a QR code.

Future Collaboration:

We value your feedback and will seek your input later in the year on how to enhance these offerings. This will help us as we consider implementing a payment structure for future programs.

This structured approach ensures your company maximizes its benefits and engages meaningfully with a highly skilled and diverse talent pool, reinforcing your commitment to inclusivity and professional development.

How do I register for the PRIZM Conference?

Registration for the PRIZM Conference is now live! Please use this link to register. 

To ensure all attendees from your company are accounted for, each person should register individually. Code PRIZM2024 provides one (1) complimentary registration to each partner, with additional registrations costing $750 each. 

The discount codes are case-sensitive. If you encounter any issues, please email Sadiyah Rashied at srashied@reachingoutmba.org.

Please note that if you are primarily attending ROMBA sessions and activities, please register for ROMBA. You will still be allowed access to PRIZM as a dual partner. Your recruiter(s) for Experienced Talent and/or those attending PRIZM for executive education should register directly for PRIZM (not ROMBA).

When and where is the PRIZM Conference taking place?

The PRIZM Conference is occurring in Los Angeles, CA from September 27-29 at the Westin Bonaventure, located at 404 S. Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA 90071. 

I would like to conduct coffee chats during the PRIZM Conference. How do I opt-in into a dedicated space?

To sign up for a dedicated space for coffee chats during the PRIZM Conference, please email Demetri Sparks, dsparks@reachingoutmba.org, and Sadiyah Rashied, srashied@reachingoutmba.org. The deadline to request a space is Friday, August 30.

My company would like promote its partnership with PRIZM, do you have social media assets that we can use?

We have social media assets for the PRIZM conference. Please feel free to customize the assets with your company logo/designs at your discretion. Find them linked below where you can right-click to save and/or download:

PRIZM social media asset #1 (628×1200)

PRIZM social media asset #2 (1080×1080)

PRIZM social media asset #3 (1080×1920)

PRIZM social media asset #4 (1200×628)

I was not able to attend the PRIZM Corporate Partner Orientation. How can I view the content?

If you were unable to join the PRIZM orientation, you can access the recorded meeting via Zoom using this link. Additionally, the agenda is attached here for your review. The recording is approximately 35 minutes and covers partner benefits such as GradLeaders and student interest reports, company receptions, and logistics including how to book a sub-block of rooms.