Professional Development Conference
April 10, 2026
Hewson Hall, Rm 0002
11:00am-5:00pm

The Culverhouse Professional Development Conference (PDC) will be held on April 10, 2026, on the University of Alabama campus. The conference is designed to connect current Culverhouse students with accomplished alumni and business professionals through intentional networking, panels, and discussions focused on academic and professional success. Alumni will share insights from their career journeys while engaging directly with students to provide mentorship, guidance, and real-world perspective. This experience offers valuable preparation for students entering today’s U.S. and global business environments.
 

The PDC is open to all, campus and community. It also serves as an official development event for our Leadership and Mentoring Program (LMP) students. Proceeds from the conference support LMP as well as other efforts within Culture and Success.

Business professional or business casual attire is required.

ATTENTION STUDENTS:

  • Student Registration is FREE using the code: Studentfree
  • Door prizes after each session!
  • Attendance competition with up to $250 prize for UA Source-registered student organizations! Register your organization here.
  • Kelly LEAD points available for Culverhouse students! (Up to 60 points can be earned.)
  • Conference sessions follow class schedules so come and go as your schedule allows.

Please note: To complete student registration, you must select the Single Sign-On (SSO) option toward the bottom of the registration page and log in using your Crimson email address.

Conference Schedule

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Student Organization Partner: ALPFA

  • A time to connect with alumni, business leaders, and other students with heavy hors d’oeuvres served

Student Organization Partner: Tide Talks Wealth

Student Organization Partner: Delta Sigma Pi

  • An opportunity to interact with alumni, business leaders, and other students with coffee and cookies served

Student Organization Partner: Association of Information Systems

Sponsorship Opportunities

Empower Level

$ 5,000 +
  • Special Recognition During Conference
  • Name and/or Logo on Website, and Event Materials
  • Name and/or Logo on Signage
  • Ten Complimentary Tickets to the Conference

Harvey Snider

Mentor Level

$ 2,500-4,999
  • Name and/or Logo on Website, and Event Materials
  • Name and/or Logo on Signage
  • Five Complimentary Tickets to the Conference
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Ray Curry

Partner Level

$ 1,000-2,499
  • Name and/or Logo on Website, and Event Materials
  • Five Complimentary Tickets to the Conference

Sherrie LeMier

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Engagement Level

Up to $1,000
  • Name on select event materials

To discuss sponsorship, please contact Paige Miller at cpmiller1@ua.edu or 205-348-5749.