On March 27–28, learners from Northeastern University’s Online MBA, Online MS in Information Systems, and Online MS in Data Analytics Engineering, and Online Grad Cert in AI Applications programs participated in a place-based immersion in Silicon Valley, connecting with tech leaders and gaining real-world insight into AI, revenue strategy, and innovation culture.
A visit to Coursera headquarters
The two-day experience kicked off with a visit to Coursera’s global headquarters, where learners engaged in a powerful session focused on account management, revenue strategy, and career development.
Special thanks to:
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Maanie Hamzaee
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Angela Huwe, MBA
Both speakers offered real-world perspectives from the front lines of digital education and business growth.
Silicon Valley panels and collaboration
On Friday, the group gathered at Northeastern’s Silicon Valley campus for a day of panels with innovators from across the tech landscape. Speakers included:
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Arash Molavi – Cisco ThousandEyes
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Sam Sinai – Dyno Therapeutics
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Khushboo Singh – Imagry
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Steven Aldrich – Chair of Oakland Roots; board member at Xero & Semrush
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Rebecca Li
Panelists shared lessons on leadership, adaptability, and tech trends shaping the future of business and AI.
Thank you to the community
This immersion was made possible by the collaborative efforts of so many. Thank you to:
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Caroline Simard and Seblewongel Ayalew at Northeastern’s Silicon Valley campus for your on-the-ground hospitality
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Northeastern Online team members Robert Towner Jr., Rebecca Rufo-Tepper, Rosa Kondri, Leslie Harwood, and Nicholas Knopf for their leadership and coordination
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And our students—for bringing curiosity, thoughtful questions, and energy to every conversation
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