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2025 New York City Corporate Alumni Networking Event

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Annual NYC Networking Event

Get ready for an extraordinary opportunity to connect with corporate alumni leaders and visionaries at our annual networking event in New York City!

Mark your calendars for Friday, October 10th, as we gather at Accenture's stunning midtown Manhattan office for an engaging afternoon of insights, connections, and memorable experiences. This event is designed with busy leaders in mind—providing you with actionable strategies, thought leadership, and exclusive opportunities to elevate your corporate alumni programs. This event is proudly sponsored by BoardEx, now a part of Altrata – the global leader in wealth intelligence and professional relationship mapping

From dynamic networking sessions to a thought-provoking panel discussion and a relaxing happy hour featuring food, drinks, and breathtaking views, this event has it all. Don't miss the chance to exchange ideas with industry experts and peers who share your passion for cultivating impactful relationships with current and former employees.

The event runs from 12:30 pm to 6:00 pm ET and is free to attend. Space is limited, so secure your spot today by registering below.

Let’s shape the future of alumni engagement together—see you there!


2025 Agenda

  • 12:30pm – 1:00pm: Arrivals + networking & coffee/tea 
  • 1:00pm – 1:30pm: Welcome from Accenture & the PeoplePath CEOs, Tony Audino & Stephan Herrlich 
  • 2:00pm – 2:30pm: Fireside Chat with the Accenture Alumni Team
  • 2:30pm – 3:00pm: Rapid Fire Networking
  • 3:00pm – 4:15pm: Panel Discussion:

Data-Driven Connections: Turning Insights into Influence
Discover how leading organizations like KPMG US, AlixPartners, and Altrata are transforming corporate alumni programs through the power of data & storytelilng. This panel will explore how campaigns, engagement, platform activity and more are being used to craft compelling narratives that demonstrate real business impact. From identifying high-value alumni to showcasing ROI through stories, you’ll learn how these companies are connecting the dots between data and strategic influence. Whether you're building a new program or scaling an existing one, this session will offer actionable insights to elevate your alumni engagement strategy.

  • 4:15pm – 4:30pm: Q&A and Wrap Up 
  • 4:30pm – 6:00pm: Happy Hour on site – Food & drinks and enjoy the views! 

Register here

Panelists

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Sandy Gelinas, Employee & Alumni Engagement Director at AlixPartners 

Sandy is a passionate community builder, relationship manager, and connector. She currently serves as the Director of Employee & Alumni Engagement at AlixPartners, where she has spent the last six years launching and growing the firm’s alumni relations program. Prior to AlixPartners, Sandy worked on alumni relations and career services teams at the NYU Stern School of Business, Harvard University, and Boston College.

Joanne Howard, Strategic Relationship Director at Altrata

Joanne is Altrata’s Strategic Relationship Director within the Global Professional Services team, where she specializes in managing relationships with leading accountancy and management consulting clients. Before joining BoardEx (now part of Altrata) over ten years ago, Joanne managed the BDO UK Alumni Program, gaining deep insight into the power of alumni and relationship networks.

Today, she advises on a wide range of use cases for Altrata’s data solutions, with a particular passion for supporting alumni program and relationship teams. Based in the Midlands, UK, Joanne regularly travels to the London office and internationally to support Altrata’s global clients and help them unlock the full potential of their networks.

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Caren Scoropanos, Senior Director, Alumni Strategy & Engagement | Corporate Affairs

Caren heads KPMG’s U.S. alumni and retired partner initiative, developing integrated programs and communications that support growth, culture, and continuity. The firm focus on lifelong relationships with alumni and retired partners drives relationship and business growth, developing clients, brand ambassadors, and future hires.

Caren’s career spans digital and traditional marketing, social media, events, and sponsorships for The College Board, the National Basketball Association, Sony Corporation of America, Aon, and Turner Home Entertainment.