Tepper School of Business Announces Esteemed Speakers for Commencement Weekend Diploma Ceremonies
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The Tepper School of Business at Carnegie Mellon University is pleased to announce the distinguished speakers who will address nearly 500 graduates during the upcoming commencement weekend. Diploma ceremonies for the Tepper School’s degree programs will take place on May 10-12, marking a significant milestone for the graduating classes of 2024.
Three of the speakers are Tepper School alumni and one is a graduating senior. These individuals have been selected to share their insights and experiences with the graduating students at each respective diploma ceremony.
Keynote Speaker: Charles Evans (MSIA 1985, Ph.D. 1989), former ninth president and chief executive officer of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago
Event: Ph.D. Hooding, Diploma Ceremony, and Reception
Friday, May 10, 3 - 6 p.m.
Tepper School of Business, Simmons Auditorium
Prior to his role at the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, Charles Evans served as president, director of research, and senior vice president of the Chicago Fed overseeing research on monetary policy, banking, financial markets, and regional economic conditions. He has served as a trustee at Rush University Medical Center, director of the Chicago Council on Global Affairs, and member of the Civic Consulting Alliance board. Evans will also be receiving the Doctor of Public Service during the university’s Commencement celebration on May 12.
Keynote Speaker: Robert DeAngelis (MSIA 1985), founder and CEO at the Cartesian Group, LLC
Event: Master’s Graduation Diploma Ceremony (Computational Finance, Business Analytics, and Product Management Programs)
Saturday, May 11, 8:30 - 9:45 a.m.
Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall and Museum
Robert DeAngelis has had a distinguished career in consulting and banking, and has worked for Mellon Bank, KPMG, Signet Bank, and Wells Fargo. Additionally, he worked for KeyBank as an executive vice president. An active alumnus of the Tepper School, he serves as the president of the Tepper School Alumni Board.
Keynote Speaker: Brian Olsavsky (MSIA 1989), senior vice president and chief financial officer of Amazon
Event: MBA Diploma Ceremony (MBA Programs)
Saturday, May 11, 11a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall and Museum
Brian Olsavsky’s ongoing career at Amazon spans 22 years, with position in Worldwide Operations, North American Retail Business and Acquisitions, and Global Consumer Business. An advocate of sponsorship and mentorship, he has supported the creation of employee-groups focused on diversity, equity, and professional development. He serves as a member of the Tepper School’s Board of Advisors.
Lee Wang, a 2024 graduate, will deliver the keynote address at the Undergraduate Diploma Ceremony on Sunday, May 12, from 2:30 to 4 p.m. at the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall and Museum.
The commencement weekend at the Tepper School is a culmination of years of hard work and dedication by the graduating class, faculty, and staff. It is a time to celebrate achievements, reflect on the journey, and look ahead to the future.
For more information about this weekend, please visit our commencement page.
About Carnegie Mellon University Tepper School of Business
The Tepper School of Business, located in the heart of Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, PA, embodies a forward-thinking culture and the spirit of innovation. From artificial intelligence to intelligent systems, the Tepper School is the birthplace of the data-informed and human-driven approach to business. Designed to educate leaders for the Intelligent Future, the Tepper School is ranked among the world’s top business schools by leading business publications. The school offers a STEM-certified MBA program, MS degrees in Product Management, Business Analytics, Computational Finance, and Management; undergraduate degrees in business and economics; a Ph.D. program; and executive education for professionals and their organizations.
Learn more about Carnegie Mellon University’s Tepper School of Business.