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Corporate executive next Professionals of Color lecturer

Robert Tolbert, sourcing manager at NBC Universal, will discuss "Career Pathways to Corporate America" at the next Professionals of Color Lecture, set for Thursday, November 2.

In his current position, Tolbert supported NBC through crisis management and sourcing supplies for remote operations during several U.S. natural disasters of the last year. His lecture will begin at 6 p.m. in the Eberhard Center.

He has worked for several large corporations, including Federal Express, Walt Disney and Time Warner. He earned a "Top 40 Under 40" award from Network Journal Magazine and the Corporate Vanguard Award from Minority in Business Magazine.

Questions about his presentation can be directed to the Office of Multicultural Affairs at (616) 331-2177.

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