Miller College of Business Calendar

Lathay Pegues is an Indiana University graduate, Regional Emmy Award-winning journalist, and entrepreneur from Muncie, Indiana. After working as a reporter and anchor at television stations across the Midwest, he co-founded JohnTom’s Barbecue Sauce, inspired by his grandfather’s secret family recipe. Since taking the company full-time in 2014, Pegues has expanded the brand into numerous retail stores, and JohnTom’s was named “Best Sauce in Indiana” by Indianapolis Monthly.

Register for a free, online information session about our nationally-ranked online MBA and MS in Business Analytics programs. Ball State University has earned accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), earning the honor of being a member of AACSB’s Business Education Alliance.

Join us for a premier networking event designed to bridge the gap between our students and leading human resources professionals in logistics, operations management, and supply chain management. This session offers a structured platform for meaningful dialogue regarding recruitment trends, corporate culture, and the evolving landscape of the logistics, operations management, and supply chain sectors.

Aaron Prickel is a management consultant and sales trainer with Lushin, where he has served since 2007. Known for adapting his approach to each client, he helps individuals and organizations develop practical, authentic sales strategies that align with their goals. He received the 2015 Achievement Award from Ball State University’s Miller College of Business.

Ryan Gard is vice president of Cintas Corporation’s North Central Region, where he leads with a focus on operational excellence, talent development, and performance. A 2006 Ball State University graduate, he began his career with Cintas as a sales representative and advanced through several leadership roles before assuming his current position. He also serves on the Miller College of Business Leadership and Management Advisory Board.

Marcus Hall is president and partner at California Closets Midwest, where he oversees operations across Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, and Ohio. With more than a decade of leadership experience, he guides a cross-functional team focused on delivering custom furniture and storage solutions while advancing innovation, operational excellence, and shared organizational goals. California Closets Midwest is part of Threefold, a permanent-equity firm that partners with specialty contracting companies serving the built environment.

Join us for the largest student professional development event of the year, October 20-22. Network with alumni as they join us on campus to participate in numerous panel discussions. Alumni will share their experiences leading a range of industries, including manufacturing, financial services, and telecommunications. Networking and social opportunities complement professional development sessions and workshops.

Join us for the largest student professional development event of the year, October 20-22. Network with alumni as they join us on campus to participate in numerous panel discussions. Alumni will share their experiences leading a range of industries, including manufacturing, financial services, and telecommunications. Networking and social opportunities complement professional development sessions and workshops.

Miller College of Business invites our students and alumni to join us for a Homecoming Open House! We look forward to hearing about your lives and sharing all of the exciting things that have happened at Miller College. Location: Whitinger Business Building Lobby

Join us for Homecoming Weekend on October 24 for a tailgate event before the home football game against Sacramento State. Reconnect with your classmates and network with fellow alumni. Join us in the South end of the Gold Lot, adjacent to the Alumni Center, two hours before kickoff.

Stephen Hall is co-founder of Tinker Coffee Co., a specialty coffee roaster founded in Indianapolis in 2014. After working in the wine industry, he discovered a passion for specialty coffee and launched the company with his brother-in-law, Jeff Johnson. Tinker Coffee Co. now operates five Indianapolis cafés, two locations at Indianapolis International Airport, and a growing e-commerce and wholesale roasting business throughout the Midwest.

The Supply Chain & Logistics Internship & Career Expo serves as a premier recruitment platform connecting industry organizations in Logistics, Supply Chain, and Operations Management with specialized talent. This event provides a concentrated environment for employers to engage with students who possess the technical skills and theoretical foundations required for modern operations in this specialized field. The expo is designed to facilitate direct hiring for both internship and entry level career opportunities. It provides a strategic space for students to showcase their professional identity and for companies to identify the next generation of leadership for their talent pipelines. The event is open to students of all majors.

Register for a free, online information session about our nationally-ranked online MBA and MS in Business Analytics programs. Ball State University has earned accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), earning the honor of being a member of AACSB’s Business Education Alliance.

Roman Baisa is a real estate entrepreneur and the founder of Carmel Tipsy Tour. He graduated from Ball State University in 2018 where he played baseball. Since then, he has built a real estate business that has sold over $70 million in sales and has built a life of independence through entrepreneurship.

Register for a free, online information session about our nationally-ranked online MBA and MS in Business Analytics programs. Ball State University has earned accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), earning the honor of being a member of AACSB’s Business Education Alliance.