Regional Events

Join us in fellowship with the entire ROMBA community!

Every year, Reaching Out MBA hosts regional events in various cities across the country. Our regional events are a great way to connect with others in the ROMBA community and support the James Robertson Student Access Fund, which supported LGBTQ+ business students in need of financial assistance to attend ROMBA events. We hope to see you at a regional event soon!

regional events

NYC Regional Event - Presentation & Mixer

Date June 10, 2024, 6:00 PM-7:30 PM Location Pfizer, 66 Hudson Boulevard East, New York, NY

Join us for our NYC Regional Event hosted at Pfizer's offices in Hudson Yards! This gathering is for LGBTQ+ MBA students and experienced business professionals looking to expand their networks and engage with industry leaders. The session will be led by a mindfulness expert. We’ll explore what it is, how to harness its power and apply it to networking. The evening will continue with light bites, drinks, and ample opportunities to put your newly acquired skills into practice. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to celebrate Pride and professional growth with us!

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Chicago Regional Event - Presentation & Mixer

Date June 20, 2024, 6:00 PM-7:30 PM Location McKinsey & Company, 300 E. Randolph Street, #3100, Chicago, IL 60601

Join Reaching Out MBA for a dynamic evening at McKinsey & Company’s Chicago office this June! This event is perfect for LGBTQ+ MBA students and other business professionals working in consulting or curious about entering the field. McKinsey will host a conversation on generative AI, including some of their recently published studies. After the talk, we’ll enjoy light bites, drinks, and a great atmosphere for casual networking. It’s an ideal opportunity to connect with peers, gain valuable insights, and build relationships within the consulting community.

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Boston Regional Event - Happy Hour

Date June 27, 2024 Location Alma Cantina - 15 Union Street Boston, MA 02108

Join us in Downtown Boston for the Reaching Out MBA - Boston Happy Hour on Thursday, June 27 6:00 PM for a fun evening of networking and socializing at Alma Cantina. This in-person event is a great opportunity to connect with other LGBTQ+ MBA professionals in the Boston area. We are hosting an Admitted Student Trek for pre-MBA students who will also be in attendance at the regional event. Come enjoy some drinks, snacks, and great conversations with like-minded individuals. Don't miss out on this chance to expand your professional network and make new friends. See you there!

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Seattle Regional Event - Happy Hour

Date July 11, 2024 Location Stoup Brewing - Capitol Hill 1158 Broadway Seattle, WA 98122

Join us in Seattle this summer as we bring together the ROMBA community with a happy hour at Stoup Brewing! This is your opportunity to build personal and professional connections, find a new role or a mentor, hire top-notch talent, and have some fun! We are hosting an Admitted Student Trek for pre-MBA students who will also be in attendance at the regional event. Everyone in the ROMBA community is invited to join the incoming MBA students, ROMBA staff, and Board members to celebrate. Each ticket purchased comes with a free drink!

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San Francisco Regional Event - Panel & Mixer

Date July 18, 2024 Location Goldman Sachs & Co - 555 California Street #45 San Francisco, CA 94104

Navigating the ‘Business’ of Queer Relationships:  Hear from an array of LGBTQ+ business owners, including start-up founders, legal partners to private practice mental health professionals, on how they manage their companies that intersect with LGBTQ relationships.

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