Future Success Symposium 2023
2023-01-11 17:30 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | New York
January 11 | 5:30 – 6:30 pm (Virtual Program)
January 12 | In-Person Mixer
The 4th Annual Future Success Symposium will highlight opportunities for advancement among college students and what they need to know to persist successfully. This year, we will explore how to secure the bag and provide the tools necessary to help you understand the importance of overcoming financial barriers that impact your academic journey. Utilizing the guidance and experiences of a host of professionals, we will explore the importance of mentorship, career alignment, and self-confidence.
This FREE event is open to all SL Network Alumni. Sign up today and join us for lively discussions and insights from our amazing panelists:

Dr. Cristina Ortiz-Harvey received her Bachelor of Arts from CUNY Hunter College and her Master of Science from CUNY Baruch College. She recently graduated with her Doctorate of Education in Organizational Leadership from Grand Canyon University. She is a passionate leader in higher education with over 20 years of work experience in financial aid and enrollment management.

Sydney Kozakis, CFP, ChFC started her journey as a Financial Representative Intern in 2019, and went on to become the youngest female Certified Financial Planner practitioner in the country. Sydney specializes in providing strategic, comprehensive advice to help successful women meet their financial goals.

Asher Kennedy is a Certified Financial Planner with a background in multi-generational financial planning. As a Financial Advisor at Morgan Stanley, Asher provides clients with advice and solutions to preserve and grow their wealth.

Our panelists will offer insights and their experiences around these key themes:

Foundation 1: Money Stress to Money Success: A Guide to Financial Freedom – Students will learn how to practice healthy money habits, getting them one step closer to financial freedom in the face of adversity.
Foundation 2: SAPChat, Navigating Satisfactory Academic Progress – Presenters will help you understand how your academics impact your financial success
Foundation 3: Making Money Moves: Financing Your Dream – Join us for this session about chasing your dreams and aligning with a plan.

This year’s event will be held on Zoom from January 11th, 2023, at 5:30 PM EST. For those who register but cannot attend, a recording of the session will be sent following the event.
The Future Success Symposium is co-presented by CBI Alumni Engagement at Student Leadership Network and SUNY Office of Student Success.

Co-presented by
Alumni Engagement team at SL Network
Office of Enrollment and Student Success at SUNY

Future Success Symposium 2024
2024-01-17 17:00 - 19:30 | Student Leadership Network, 322 8th Avenue, New York, NY, 10001, United States
Future Success Symposium
January 17, 2024 | 5:00 – 7:30 pm
The Alumni Engagement team invites our Student Leadership Network alumni and high school seniors to our 5th Annual Future Success Symposium, “Next Stop: Get Career Ready!” on Wednesday, January 17th, from 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm. This event will be held at Student Leadership’s Central Office, 322 8th Ave 4th Floor, New York, NY 10001.
We can’t wait to see you! REGISTER NOW to secure your seat!

The Future Success Symposium is a conference-style event that prepares students for collegiate success. This year’s conference will focus on providing students with the skills needed to succeed in the workplace and help foster relationships with career professionals through dialogue and learning about career support services available in college.
This FREE event is open to all Student Leadership Network Alumni and our high school seniors. SIGN UP TODAY to join us for lively discussions, meet new friends and peers, and learn practical career skills and insights from our panels:

Career Readiness Panel: Hear about the job search and starting a new job from your fellow CBI Alumni who are currently navigating the workforce.
Develop your Elevator Pitch/Resume Tips and Tricks: Practice talking about your accomplishments and work directly with a career professional to identify the soft and hard skills for success. Create an elevator pitch and develop best practices for your resume, along with job search tips and tricks.
Career Readiness Support in College: The Braven Leadership & Accelerator Course: Learn about the Braven Leadership and Accelerator Course, including the enrollment process/requirements and practical tips on navigating the workforce. Eligible attendees will be offered a spot in the program.

Presented by
Alumni Engagement team at Student Leadership Network

17th Annual (Em)Power Breakfast
2024-10-17 08:00 - 09:30 | Cipriani 42nd Street, New York, NY, United States
Now more than ever, a college degree is critical to unlocking the highest potential of young people in our country. Join Student Leadership Network in celebrating our exceptional alumni who are making a significant impact in their careers and communities at our (Em)Power Breakfast: College Matters. Help us make college possible for more students nationwide!

Laura Jarrett, Co-anchor of Saturday TODAY and NBC News, will serve as Emcee. Esteemed national leaders Erika Irish Brown, Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer and Head of Talent at Citi, Scott M. Mills, President and CEO of BET Media Group, and Sheena Wright, First Deputy Mayor of the City of New York and will join us to present awards to our alumni.

(Em)Power Breakfast presenters and alumni honorees

We are grateful to all of our supporters for partnering with us to advance equity in education. Your support equips our students with the tools and resources they deserve to reach their full potential. To inquire about Sponsorships, please contact Matthew Chacko at mchacko@studentleadershipnetwork.org.

(Em)Power Breakfast sponsors, in formation

CollegeSendoff in New York City
2025-05-29 10:00 - 15:00 | Fashion Institute of Technology, 227 West 27th Street, New York, New York, 10001, United States
CollegeSendoff in New York City

Hosted by the College Persistence team, this pre-orientation conference prepares graduating seniors for a successful transition into college through engaging activities, interactive workshops, and peer connection opportunities. Join us for a day filled with games, raffles, prizes, and food!

Audience: For graduating seniors from our network of CollegeBound Initiative partner high schools

RSVP: Check your emails from the College Persistence team or talk to your Director of College Counseling (DCC) in your high school.

Bronx Envision Academy

Bronx Latin School

Business Of Sports School

Central Park East HS

Eagle Academy for Young Men

East Side Community HS

East-West School of International Studies

Frederick Douglass Academy

The Heritage School

HS for Youth and Community Development

Juan Morel Campos Secondary School

Laboratory School of Finance and Technology

Manhattan Business Academy

Manhattan Early College School of Advertising

Marble Hill School for International Studies

Robert F. Wagner, Jr. Secondary School for Arts and Technology

Spring Creek Community School

TYWLS Astoria

TYWLS Bronx

TYWLS Brooklyn

TYWLS Manhattan

TYWLS Queens

Union Square Academy for Health Sciences

Urban Assembly School for Applied Math and Science

Validus Preparatory Academy

Williamsburg Preparatory School

CollegeSendoff in Buffalo, NY
2025-06-05 10:00 - 15:00 | Canisius University, 2001 Main Street, Buffalo, New York, 14208, United States
CollegeSendoff in Buffalo, NY

Hosted by the College Persistence team, this pre-orientation conference prepares graduating seniors for a successful transition into college through engaging activities, interactive workshops, and peer connection opportunities. Join us for a day filled with games, raffles, prizes, and food!

Audience: For graduating seniors from our network of CollegeBound Initiative partner high schools

RSVP: Check your emails from the College Persistence team or talk to your Director of College Counseling (DCC) in your high school.

Burgard HS

East Community HS

International Prep

Math, Science, and Technology Prep

McKinley HS

Riverside Academy

South Park HS

18th Annual (Em)Power Breakfast
2025-11-05 08:00 - 09:30 | Cipriani 42nd Street, New York, NY, United States
We’re celebrating extraordinary alumni who are leading in their careers and communities, and honoring a valued corporate partner for their significant commitment to our work.

Make a Gift and Be The Change

Attendees will hear firsthand from our exceptional honorees and play a vital role in our mission to equalize educational opportunities for more young people nationwide.

Together, we can empower the next generation of leaders and ensure that every student has the chance to succeed. Thank you for your support of this incredible event that combines inspiration, networking, and the power to create real change!

Make a Gift

Future Success Symposium 2026
2026-01-14 16:30 - 19:00 | Student Leadership Network, 322 8th Avenue, New York, NY, 10001, United States
Future Success Symposium
January 14, 2025 | 4:30pm – 7:00pm
The Future Success Symposium 2026 empowers students and emerging professionals to recognise that transition time is transformation time. What may feel like a pause is often an opportunity for growth. Sign up to join us for this year’s theme, Piecing It Together, which celebrates how every experience, skill, challenge, and connection contributes to the mosaic of future success. Each puzzle piece—every conversation, course, and challenge—helps you build the mosaic of your future. Don’t just wait for what’s next; start piecing it together now.
This FREE event is open to all Student Leadership Network Alumni and our high school seniors. Join us for lively discussions, meet new friends and peers, and learn practical career skills and insights from our panels. Check your emails from the College Persistence Team and sign up today!
(Not sure if you’re on our alumni email list? Contact alumni@studentleadershipnetwork.org for support.)
🧘 Mindfulness Workshop: Learn practical techniques to manage stress, maintain focus, and cultivate resilience during times of transition.
💡 Gap to Growth: Stories of Success Hear inspiring real-world stories of how career, academic, and personal gaps became growth opportunities—and gain actionable advice from alumni for reframing your own transitions into stepping stones for success.
💬 Finding Direction in Times of Transition and Staying Market-Ready: Connect with professionals and peers to explore strategies for identifying and bridging skills gaps, understand what employers value in candidates, and learn how to stay competitive during times of change.
🛠️ Skills Stacking: Get hands-on support to elevate your professional presence: resume edits from a recruiter, practice your elevator pitch with a career coach, mock interviewing network practice, and optimize your LinkedIn profile.
