Events at UBC Sauder

Fireside Chat with SAP VP & UBC Sauder Alumni

Event details

Sat, Mar 6 2021, 9 - 10am

Zoom

We’re extremely thrilled to have a candid conversation with Michael Emerson, UBC MBA Class of 2013 and Vice President Product Strategy, Technology & Innovation at SAP.

He’ll share reflections on his time as a MBA student and how he navigated his way to become a VP at a global tech company. An innovation and analytics enthusiast, Michael will also provide insights on the fastest-growing tech trends/opportunities amidst a global pandemic.

Afterwards, you will be able to participate in a Q&A session with Michael, followed by a fireside chat with alumni in a panel-style presentation.

This event is open to the global UBC community. Event time is listed in PST.

Agenda

8:45 AM - 9:00 AM	Check-In
9:00 AM - 9:20 AM	Conversation with UBC MBA Alum & SAP VP, Michael Emerson
9:20 AM - 9:30 AM	Q&A with Michael Emerson
9:30 AM - 9:45 AM	Fireside Chat with RHL Alumni
9:45 AM - 9:55 AM	Q&A with RHL Alumni
9:55 AM - 10:00 AM	Wrap-Up
10:00 AM onwards	Advising Session with Recruiters (Optional)

Michael Emerson

VP Product Strategy, Technology & Innovation at SAP

Michael Emerson, started his career developing applications for the investment banking division of Société Générale in Paris. After almost six years in banking, he moved to Vancouver to study. During this time, he had the opportunity to do an internship at SAP. In 2013, Michael focused on developing his own real estate costing solution, before returning to SAP at a newly opened Innovation Centre near Berlin, where he took on the position of Chief Project Expert in the Line of Business Finance. After three years in this role, he then joined the product & innovation board office as Chief Product Strategist and contributed to the formulation of SAP’s Intelligent Enterprise strategy. In early 2019, he joined the database and analytics organization with a focus on planning solution strategy but has recently expanded his role to cover platform strategy. Michael studied Mathematics and Computer Science at the University of Edinburgh, and also holds an MBA from UBC, specializing in Finance and IT Management.

Cidnee Vaykovich

Chief Operating Officer at Starton Therapeutics

As Chief Operating Officer at Starton Therapeutics, Cidnee Vaykovich is responsible for the global operations of the company, including manufacturing and product development, corporate and business development, investor and public relations and human resources. She currently sits on the Board of Directors and serves as Secretary of the Board. Previously, Vaykovich was a Research Analyst in New Product Development at Aequus Pharmaceuticals and an Associate in seed and early stage private equity at Northview LifeSciences. She holds a Masters of Management from The University of British Columbia and a Bachelor of Health Science and Biology from Western University.

Mike Sali

Director, Commercial Financing Specialists - B.C. at RBC

Mike is an entrepreneur turned finance professional. After successfully launching a small business during the financial crisis, he decided to pursue his MBA with the UBC Sauder School of Business, and has since pivoted to a career in banking. Today, Mike leads a team of credit analysts, underwriting and structuring complex commercial loans.

Amy Chen

Data Analyst Co-op at EA (Electronic Arts)

Amy is currently a Data Analyst Co-op at EA, focused on the long-range space on the FIFA franchise. Prior to her transition into the gaming industry, Amy also worked in a consulting and analyst capacity at organizations such as Aritzia and KPMG.