Abdo Dinner Conversation Series 2019 Summer

Forming great partnerships is essential for business success. No business partnership, however, will impact the success of an entrepreneur more than the personal relationship with his/her spouse and family. Over dinner at their award winning restaurant, Larry and Caryl Abdo will lead a discussion on the challenges and rewards of being married to an entrepreneur. Students and their spouses will have the opportunity to ask blunt questions and contribute to the discussion. We encourage Carlson MBA students with a strong interest in entrepreneurship to join us for a spirited discussion on how they and their spouses can get the most out of their shared entrepreneurial journey. Attendance is strictly limited to 8 couples – please RSVP if you have questions contact Michaela Dean, mjorr@umn.edu.

Reception and networking 6:30 pm

Dinner and conversation 7:00 pm

Space available on a first RSVP basis

About the Abdo Dinner Conversation Series

Caryl and Larry Abdo sought to give back to their University in a unique manner that would directly benefit students pursuing an entrepreneurial career. Through informal discussions at the dinner table of their historic Nicollet Island Inn, the Abdos and other invited entrepreneurs share their perspectives and advice with Carlson School entrepreneurship students. These dinners are structured to generate lively discussion on a range of topics relevant to current students. The intimate environment of the Fireside Room makes for a fun evening where relationships develop and advice is freely shared. The Abdos were recognized as the 2019 University of MInnesota Entrepreneurs of the Year as serial entrepreneurs involved with numerous real estate, restaurant, hospitality and marketing businesses.