Presentation Archive

View presentations and session descriptions for past UB Business Day events.

  • Sorting It Out: New Rules of Campus Waste

    Presenter(s): Ryan McPherson

    UB is making big moves to tackle waste. While we do great things here, we also generate a lot of waste — and that’s about to change. Over the next few years, UB will dramatically improve how we recycle, compost organics and reduce landfill waste. Thanks to a major university investment, we’ll be installing numerous ROT Stations (Recycling, Organics, Trash) in all 200 campus buildings. This initiative is about more than infrastructure — it’s about taking ownership of how we, as messy, silly, humans, contribute to the solution. Join us for an engaging session to learn what this new system will look like, how it will roll out and, most importantly, what you can do to make it a success.  

    Presented: 11/12/2025

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  • Sponsored Projects Services: Let’s Take a Walk Down the Yellow Brick Road!

    Presenter(s): Jessica Best, Sponsored Projects Services

    Caution: Infrastructure rebuilding is in progress. Get an update on where research support is headed, our strategy and how each brick fits into the larger plan. Learn how the new infrastructure project affects faculty and staff, and how it might affect your role as UB moves towards doubling its research expenditures.

    Presented: 10/26/2023

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  • Strategic Procurement Roadmap

    Presenter(s): Carmen Gonzalez

    Learn how UB Purchasing and Contract Services is transforming procurement from a tactical function to a strategic driver of institutional success. Learn about UB’s 2024-2028 roadmap, featuring organizational redesign, technology integration and a strong focus on service excellence, supplier inclusion, sustainability and continuous improvement.  

    Presented: 11/12/2025

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  • The Facilities Improvement Project Process: A Step-by-Step Guide

    Presenter(s): Tonga Pham, Paul Murawski; University Facilities

    Renovations and construction projects are complex. This session will provide an overview of how an idea becomes a space ready to be occupied/used.

    Presented: 10/26/2023

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  • The Future of Worklife: Coaching You to Your Best Life!

    Presenter(s): Michele Poitras, Pete Logiudice, Neil Mcgillicuddy, Amy Myszka; Wellness and Work Life Balance

    Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey into the Future of Worklife? The world of work is evolving at an unprecedented pace, presenting us with exciting opportunities and new challenges. To navigate this dynamic landscape and thrive in your career, it's essential to stay ahead of the curve. We will unveil the latest insights, trends and a groundbreaking coaching service to empower you to excel in the ever-changing world of work.

    Presented: 10/26/2023

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