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Ramapo College is redefining what strategic partnerships can be and we invite you to be a part of it.<\/strong> Through Bridge to Ready: Partnership with Purpose<\/strong><\/em>, we’re bringing together corporate leaders for a morning of connection, conversation and inspiration focused on the power of partnership with Ramapo College of New Jersey.<\/p>\n

Discover how leading organizations are partnering with Ramapo to expand access to education, provide transformative experiential learning opportunities and develop the talent pipeline for high-demand careers.<\/p>\n

More importantly, this is your opportunity to help shape what’s next. Share your organization’s workforce and business challenges, connect with fellow corporate leaders, and together we will explore innovative ways we can collaborate to advance your social impact, talent and business goals.<\/p>\n

Whether you’re a longtime partner or just getting to know Ramapo, Bridge to Ready is designed to spark new ideas, strengthen relationships and turn shared purpose into lasting impact.<\/p>\n

There is no cost to attend and brunch will be provided. We hope you’ll join us.<\/p>\n

\"Ramapo\"<\/div>\n

Thursday, October 8 from 10:00am to 12:00pm
\nTrustees Pavilion
\nRamapo College of New Jersey
\n505 Ramapo Valley Road
\nMahwah, NJ 07430<\/p>\n

Register Here by September 25, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n

To learn more contact Jane He, Director of Advancement, Ramapo College Foundation at jhe1@ramapo.edu<\/a> or 201-684-7703.<\/p>\n

\"Ramapo\"<\/div>\n

Event Timeline<\/div>
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10:00 – 10:30
\n<\/strong>Brunch, Connection and Networking<\/p>\n

10:30 – 10:45am<\/strong>
\nWelcome – Dr. Cindy Jebb<\/a>,\u00a0President<\/em>, Ramapo College of New Jersey<\/em><\/p>\n

The Power of Partnership – Keith Dawkins ’94<\/a>,\u00a0President, Harlem Globetrotters and Herschend Entertainment Studios and Chair of Ramapo College Foundation Board of Governors<\/em><\/p>\n

10:45 – 11:30am<\/strong>
\nPartner and Student Panel, moderated by Dr. Chris Romano<\/a>,\u00a0VP Strategic Enrollment, Outreach and Engagement and Executive Director or the Ramapo College Foundation<\/em><\/p>\n

11:30 – 11:45am<\/strong>
\nClosing: Let’s Get to Work, Together<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

Why partner with Ramapo?<\/div>

\nWe are boldly ascending.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Ranked #1 among public institutions in NJ by College Choice, Ramapo is home to nationally recognized scholars and 2,000+ first-generation students \u2013 all career-ready, motivated and ready to contribute from day one.<\/p>\n

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  • Demonstrate corporate social responsibility<\/li>\n
  • Develop a talent pipeline<\/li>\n
  • Engage with 6,000+ students and 46,000+ alumni<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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