Membership Speed Networking Event

The Maize Genetics Cooperation Membership Committee is hosting a speed networking event for graduate students and post-doctoral researchers over lunch on Saturday (March 13). The event will take place at tables reserved in the main lunch location. 

Connect with professionals and peers to discuss critical career topics like:
Landing Your First Industry Job,
Career Paths in Plant Biotechnology,
Post-academia Transition,
Careers in USDA, Non-Profits, Government Agencies, and
Building a Professional Network.

Space is limited!

Date: March 13, 2027
Location: Hyatt Regency O’hare - lunch area
Contact: Brian Dilkes (Purdue University) (bdilkes@purdue.edu)
Registration link: (Will open soon)
🗓 Deadline - register by: December 25, 2025