The next TLI networking event is officially on the calendar!

Join us from 4-7 p.m. on January 14, 2026 at the 3M Innovation Center for a special tour of the facility and networking meetup.

Conversation, connection, and community — what better way to kick off a new year?

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Apply to TLI for Free During No-Fee Week!

Dreaming of advancing your career with a graduate degree? Now’s the time! For a limited period, the Technological Leadership Institute (TLI) is waiving application fees across all our graduate programs for those who submit their application between December 8 - 14, 2025.

Start your journey with TLI at no cost—don’t miss out! Find the steps to how to submit your application without paying the application fee during the no fee week in the link below:

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Join us online for an info session and discover how the Technological Leadership Institute’s graduate programs can help you stand out, lead with confidence, and take your career to the next level. 

If you’re aiming for a promotion, preparing for a new role, or looking to sharpen your expertise, our flexible, industry-aligned master’s degrees and graduate certificates are built to fit your goals and your schedule.

Meet our team, get your questions answered, and find the right program to match your ambitions.

Once you register, an admissions associate will reach out with more information. If you register on the day of the event, please email [email protected] to ensure your registration was received. 

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Join us online for an info session and discover how the Computer Science/Security Technologies Integrated 4+1 Program can help you earn your bachelor’s and master’s degrees in just five years.

If you’re looking to accelerate your education, strengthen your expertise in computer science and security technologies, and get a head start on your career, the ST program is designed for you.

Meet our team, learn about program requirements, and get answers to your questions about eligibility, application steps, and how to make the most of this unique opportunity.

Once you register, an admissions associate will reach out with more information. If you register on the day of the event, please email [email protected] to ensure your registration was received. 

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Making connections and sharing ideas are core pillars of the Technological Leadership Institute experience. That’s why we’re excited to join our colleagues at Boston Scientific for a special networking opportunity designed for all members of the TLI community.

In addition to networking with the TLI and Boston Scientific community, Dan Lyon (Global Director of Product Security, Boston Scientific | TLI Faculty) and Mark Wehde (Chair, Mayo Clinic Engineering | Fellow and James J. Renier Chair in Medical Device Innovation, TLI Faculty) will lead an informal panel discussion on cybersecurity technology trends in healthcare and medical device industries.

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Join us online for an info session and discover how the Technological Leadership Institute’s graduate programs can help you stand out, lead with confidence, and take your career to the next level. 

If you’re aiming for a promotion, preparing for a new role, or looking to sharpen your expertise, our flexible, industry-aligned master’s degrees and graduate certificates are built to fit your goals and your schedule.

Meet our team, get your questions answered, and find the right program to match your ambitions.

Once you register, an admissions associate will reach out with more information. If you register on the day of the event, please email [email protected] to ensure your registration was received. 

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Data → Prediction → Decision → Better Data. 

A classic loop that still largely defines how organizations learn. But it’s simply too slow and fragmented for today’s information-overloaded world. 

Join the Technological Leadership Institute on Thursday, October 9 (12-1 PM CT) for a webinar highlighting how AI and automation can transform that loop into a faster, smarter, and more memory-rich process that allows leaders and teams to focus on what matters most—strategy, creativity, and execution. 

Using real-world examples, Mark Wehde and David Nguyen, PhD will explore:

• How AI-assisted portfolio management creates visibility across overlapping projects and resources
• How automated meeting tools reduce rework, preserve organizational memory, and improve decision quality
• Broader opportunities in development, training, and engagement
• Practical, easy-to-try applications any professional can begin using right away 
   

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Learn more about the speakers:

Mark Wehde: Mark Wehde is chair of Mayo Clinic Engineering, assistant professor of Biomedical Engineering in the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, and fellow in the Mayo Clinic Academy of Educational Excellence. He is also the James J. Renier Chair in Medical Device Innovation at the University of Minnesota Technology Leadership Institute and a lecturer in the University of Wisconsin – Eau Clair MBA program.

David Nguyen, Phd: David comes from the startup world by way of corporate research in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI). In the innovation space, he has numerous publications on novel technologies and interactions. An avid inventor, he has 40+ patents issued or filled. In the startup space, he has founded multiple startups and will gladly share his learnings with other entrepreneurs and soon-to-be entrepreneurs.

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? At the University of Minnesota’s Technological Leadership Institute (TLI), we turn ambition into action. Our graduate programs give you the tools, confidence, and network to step into leadership — without putting your career on pause.

Applications open October 1
 

• Flexible classes that fit your schedule
• Career-focused curriculum taught by industry experts
• Professional network that connects you with peers and mentors

Make this the year you invest in your future — and lead with confidence. 

Learn more about our programs. 

Tariq Samad, who holds the W.R. Sweatt Chair in Technology Management at TLI, is General Chair for IEEE TEMSCON Global 2025, to be held August 4-7, 2025 in San Diego. 

TEMSCON Global is the flagship international event of the IEEE Technology and Engineering Management Society, for which Dr. Samad serves as the Vice President of Publications. The call for papers and further details are available at www.temscon-global.org. 

You can get in touch with Tariq at [email protected] for more information too. The conference scope is closely aligned with TLI’s mission and submissions from the TLI community are welcome!

? Date: Monday, August 4 - Thursday, August 7, 2025
? Location: San Diego, CA

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