The Sykes Hall of Fame Business Speaker Series was created to augment the learning of all Sykes College of Business students, specifically the undergraduate students. The Sykes Hall of Fame Business Speaker Series provides students with a rich and vibrant experience which adds to their portfolio of learning business leadership at the college. Guest speakers who participate in this event are nationally known business leaders and entrepreneurs who have an excellent reputation and story to tell. They share their personal experiences with several hundred students and provide an opportunity for these students to gain firsthand insight into the realities, challenges and perseverance that is required to become a highly notable leader in the business community.

Spring 2018

Topic: “Driven to Succeed: Who Needs Customers When you Have Fans?”

Feb. 15, 2018

5:30–7:30 p.m.

Vaughn Center, Crescent Club
401 W. Kennedy Blvd
Tampa, FL 33606

John Gainor
Former President and CEO
International Dairy Queen

Nick Friedman
President and Co-Founder
College Hunks Hauling Junk and Moving