You are invited to

Carleton Entrepreneur Confab*

*confab, n.  An informal private conversation or discussion

Friday, October 24, 2025 

3:00–5:00 p.m.: Friday afternoon sessions
5:00–6:00 p.m.: Social
6:00–7:00 p.m.: Dinner with Keynote speaker Arnold Donald ’76 **
7:00–9:00 p.m.: Friday evening sessions

Saturday, October 25, 2025 

8:00–9:00 a.m.: Breakfast on campus
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.: Saturday morning sessions
12:00–1:00 p.m.: Lunch with keynote speaker Susan Hammel ’86 **
1:00–2:30 p.m.: Saturday afternoon sessions
2:30–3:00 p.m.: Final Remarks

Join us for two days of working sessions, networking, and community building.

Alums have asked for a gathering for entrepreneurial Carls—to promote networking and tap into the wealth of alumni talent and knowledge. This fall, the Center for Leadership in Innovation and Change (CLIC) is pleased to host the 2025 Carleton Entrepreneur Confab!

As Carleton alums & parents who work in or adjacent to for-profit or social entrepreneurship, we’ll gather to share experiences and tackle challenges. Students will also be sitting in to learn and further extend the network!

The event will feature:

  • Interactive working sessions led by fellow alumni & parent entrepreneurs on topics like scaling your venture, government relations, effectively working with mentors, and planning for succession or exit.
  • Networking opportunities
  • The opportunity to sit in on a class and interact with students
  • An update on Carleton’s Center for Leadership in Innovation and Change (CLIC) which supports student exploration of social and for-profit entrepreneurship

** Keynote Speakers:

  • Arnold Donald ’76, former CEO of Carnival Cruise Lines: Leading in the Crucible
  • Susan Hammel ’86, founder and CEO of Cogent Consulting PBC: Maintaining True North

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Reserve your hotel room early! 

Those traveling from out of town can reserve a room in a block at the Northfield Country Inn and Suites (walking distance to campus). Note: The block has a limited number of rooms and will expire on September 23.

Questions? email alumni-office@carleton.edu or call 800-729-2586.