Feb. 14, 2006 :: No. 132
| What: |
Three company leaders — all of whom are Cal State
Fullerton alumni — will share their experiences
and be honored Feb. 28 during the annual "Salute
to Business Leaders" day sponsored by the College
of Business and Economics at Cal State Fullerton. |
| Who: |
Laurie Resnick (B.A. political
science '77), president of Associated Group,
a California landscape and display firm
Richard
K. Davis (B.A. economics '83), president and
COO for U.S. Bancorp
James
D. Cole (B.A. business administration '66, M.B.A. '69),
CEO of Newpark Resources and CEO and chair of Newpark Environmental Water Solutions |
| Why: |
"We honor these individuals for their business
accomplishments and achievements," said Anil Puri,
dean of the College of Business and Economics, noting
that the award represents the highest honor bestowed
by the college. "This event is an excellent opportunity
for the honorees to serve as important role models for
our students and to keep in touch with the college. Our
faculty and students benefit tremendously from staying
connected with the business world and its most successful
leaders." |
| Additional: |
The executives will lead classes, and meet with students
and faculty members to discuss their background, experience
and the skills necessary for success. They will then
be honored at a luncheon. A schedule of classes where
the guest lecturers will be speaking is available upon
request. |
| Media Contacts: |
Joni Norby, College of Business and Economics, 657-278-2235 or jnorby@fullerton.edu
Pamela
McLaren of Public Affairs at 657-278-4852 or pmclaren@fullerton.edu |
