http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/ News and Events at Andrews University en-us Copyright 2026, Andrews University Tue, 31 Mar 2026 03:00:00 +0000 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 03:00:00 +0000 webmaster@andrews.edu webmaster@andrews.edu https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68958 <p> The Small Business Summit 2026 is a one-day, applied working session for operating business owners who want clearer visibility, stronger systems and better decisions&mdash;without adding complexity.</p> <p> This summit is a structured day focused on helping owners:</p> <ul> <li> Detect problems earlier.</li> <li> Understand what drives profit and retention.</li> <li> Reduce daily operational friction.</li> <li> Use AI and analytics as practical support tools.</li> </ul> <p> Participants will leave with specific signals to monitor, simple frameworks to implement and a 30 to 90-day action roadmap.</p> <p> Program objectives:</p> <ul> <li> Identify the key financial signals that indicate early risk or opportunity.</li> <li> Monitor cash flow and margin patterns with greater clarity.</li> <li> Understand what drives repeat-customer behavior.</li> <li> Evaluate marketing efforts based on measurable outcomes.</li> <li> Recognize operational bottlenecks that depend too heavily on the owner.</li> <li> Implement simple systems to improve consistency and reduce daily friction.</li> <li> Apply structured decision-making frameworks to reduce guesswork.</li> <li> Use AI and analytics as practical support tools&mdash;not complex technology.</li> </ul> <p> <strong>Sign up now:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://aucore.org/products/small-business-summit-2026">https://aucore.org/products/small-business-summit-2026</a></p> Tue, Mar 31, 2026 09:00 am -0400 https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68098 Tue, Mar 31, 2026 11:30 am -0400 https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68099 Tue, Mar 31, 2026 11:30 am -0400 https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68966 <p> Join us for this interactive workshop that will empower you with the skills and confidence to navigate salary and benefits negotiations during the hiring process. Attendees will learn effective strategies for advocating their value, researching competitive compensation packages and articulating their worth to potential employers. The session will also demystify common on-the-job benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans and professional development opportunities, helping you understand how to evaluate and leverage these offerings. The workshop will take place on <strong>Tuesday, March 31, from 11:30 a.m.&ndash;12:20 p.m. in Chan Shun Hall, Room 108.</strong> It is open to all majors, including graduate students. Distance learning students can participate through our hybrid option by contacting <a href="mailto:career@andrews.edu">career@andrews.edu</a>.</p> Tue, Mar 31, 2026 11:30 am -0400 https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68100 Wed, Apr 01, 2026 12:01 pm -0400