February 2-6, 2026
Professional development events for students and alumni, including our new McCoy Leadership Summit and Hall of Honor dinner and awards. ✯
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Upcoming Events
The Next Two Weeks
Business Leadership Week
Monday – Friday,
–
- Location:
- Various locations, both in-person and online
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- mccoyfoundation@txstate.edu
- Campus Sponsor:
- McCoy College of Busines
Business Leadership Week is the signature professional development event of the McCoy College of Business, connecting students, alumni, and the business community.
BLW for Students
Professional development and networking opportunities for students, including classroom speakers and online programming.
BLW For Alumni
The McCoy Leadership Summit supports career growth with alumni, faculty, and student connections, opportunities, and insights.
Hall of Honor
Our inaugural McCoy College Hall of Honor Dinner and Awards, celebrating McCoy alumni leadership, service, and innovation.
» Schedule and Registration Click here for more information
more about event
BLW for Students
Professional development and networking opportunities for students, including classroom speakers and online programming.
BLW For Alumni
The McCoy Leadership Summit supports career growth with alumni, faculty, and student connections, opportunities, and insights.
Hall of Honor
Our inaugural McCoy College Hall of Honor Dinner and Awards, celebrating McCoy alumni leadership, service, and innovation.
» Schedule and Registration Click here for more information
- Location:
- CIE Gathering Space | Alkek Library 3rd Floor; 3rd Floor | CIE Gathering Space
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Kendall Perkinson
Program Coordinator | Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship
kendallperkinson@txstate.edu | Alkek Library 350F - Campus Sponsor:
- Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
LinkedIn Mastery for Students & Founders is a practical Wednesday Workshop focused on turning LinkedIn into a real career and venture-building tool, hosted by the Director of the CIE— Quinn Valentine.
Participants will learn how to create a strong, authentic profile, tell their story clearly, and use LinkedIn to build connections with employers, mentors, customers, and investors.
This covers what to post, how to network without feeling awkward, and how to position yourself professionally—whether you’re job-seeking, building a startup, or both.
Participants will learn how to create a strong, authentic profile, tell their story clearly, and use LinkedIn to build connections with employers, mentors, customers, and investors.
This covers what to post, how to network without feeling awkward, and how to position yourself professionally—whether you’re job-seeking, building a startup, or both.
- Location:
- LBJ Student Center Ballroom
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- mccoyfoundation@txstate.edu
- Campus Sponsor:
- McCoy College of Business
As part of Business Leadership Week, the McCoy College of Business at Texas State University will host a conference-style opportunity for career growth with alumni, faculty, and student connections, including insights in entrepreneurship, relational values, and more.
» Schedule and Registration
» Schedule and Registration
- Location:
- LBJ Student Center Grand Ballroom
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- mccoyfoundation@txstate.edu
- Campus Sponsor:
- McCoy College of Business and McCoy College of Business Foundation
Join the McCoy College of Business for the inaugural Hall of Honor Dinner and Awards, an evening dedicated to celebrating and honoring impactful and renowned alumni of the business school. These exceptional individuals have demonstrated professional achievement, leadership, and service that exemplify the values of Texas State University.
» Details and Tickets
» Details and Tickets
- Location:
- MCoy 119; 119
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Kendall Perkinson
Program Coordinator for the Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship
kendallperkinson@txstate.edu | (512)408-9988 - Campus Sponsor:
- Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Curious about growing your platform or stepping into the creator space?
Join us in McCoy 119 from 7–8 PM for an engaging Q&A–style information session featuring CIE Influencer Program instructor Ashley Brown with multifaceted creator + TXST alum, Amir Lancaster.
They’ll share insight on personal branding, creative entrepreneurship, and what it takes to build an authentic and sustainable presence on social media.
Whether you’re looking to elevate your digital identity or want to learn more about the Influencer Program, this session will give you a clear look at how to reach your next potential. Click here for more information
more about event
Join us in McCoy 119 from 7–8 PM for an engaging Q&A–style information session featuring CIE Influencer Program instructor Ashley Brown with multifaceted creator + TXST alum, Amir Lancaster.
They’ll share insight on personal branding, creative entrepreneurship, and what it takes to build an authentic and sustainable presence on social media.
Whether you’re looking to elevate your digital identity or want to learn more about the Influencer Program, this session will give you a clear look at how to reach your next potential. Click here for more information
- Location:
- Zoom session. Register via link in description.
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Jackie Ojeda
McCoy College of Business
jackieojeda@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- McCoy College of Business
We invite you to attend a virtual information session to learn more about the Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) program at Texas State University's McCoy College of Business, the only fully online DBA program of its kind in Texas. During the session, the Graduate Programs team will provide a comprehensive overview of the 3-year, cohort-based structure. Key topics covered include a detailed look at admissions procedures and requirements, the estimated cost and available funding options, a review of the high-impact coursework, and an explanation of the doctoral dissertation requirements, helping you take the next step in your academic and professional career.
» Register for Zoom Info Session Click here for more information
more about event
» Register for Zoom Info Session Click here for more information
- Location:
- CIE Gathering Space | Alkek 3rd Floor; 3rd Floor | CIE Gathering Space
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Kendall Perkinson
Program Coordinator | Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship
kendallperkinson@txstate.edu | Alkek Library 350F - Campus Sponsor:
- Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Building a Management Team is a practical Wednesday Workshop focused on helping founders assemble the right people to grow their venture, hosted by Randy Haran— TXST alum + President of The Business Crusader.
Participants will learn when to bring on partners or team members, what roles matter most at different stages, and how to align skills, expectations, and accountability.
This session covers common pitfalls, equity and responsibility considerations, and how to build a team that strengthens—not complicates—your business.
Participants will learn when to bring on partners or team members, what roles matter most at different stages, and how to align skills, expectations, and accountability.
This session covers common pitfalls, equity and responsibility considerations, and how to build a team that strengthens—not complicates—your business.
- Location:
- LBJ Mall; Between LBJ & Alkek Library
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Regina Bautista
Bobcat Bazaar Manager
ukm19@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Are you a TXST student entrepreneur looking for a place to sell your products on campus?
Do you want to support Bobcat-owned businesses?
Join us at the Bobcat Bazaar, a pop-up marketplace dedicated to showcasing student-run businesses. Whether you’re selling or shopping, this is the perfect opportunity to:
more about event
Do you want to support Bobcat-owned businesses?
Join us at the Bobcat Bazaar, a pop-up marketplace dedicated to showcasing student-run businesses. Whether you’re selling or shopping, this is the perfect opportunity to:
- Connect with other entrepreneurial students
- Promote your brand
- Gain new customers
- Make sales
- Location:
- Zoom session. Register via link in description.
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Dr. Gail Zank
Department of Marketing
gailzank@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- McCoy College of Business
Wondering if graduate school is right for you? Interested in developing your career in market research and analytics? Come learn about the Master of Science in Marketing Research and Analysis (MSMRA) program and how to apply!
» Register for Zoom Info Session Click here for more information
more about event
» Register for Zoom Info Session Click here for more information
The McCoy College of Business at Texas State University is accredited by the the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). For more than a century, AACSB accreditation has been synonymous with the highest standards in business education. Additionally, McCoy College's Department of Accounting holds AACSB accreditation, which requires the satisfaction of a supplemental set of standards. Fewer than 200 universities worldwide earn accreditations in both business and accounting.