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San Francisco 2023

In 2023, our students traveled to San Francisco and visited with top companies, including Salesforce, Frec, Gilead Sciences, Meta, Reach Capital, and Grant Thornton.

The group of Quinlan Ramble to San Francisco students pose for one last group photo at baggage claim in O'Hare airport.

San Francisco: Already Over

"The trip gave me the chance to step out of my comfort zone, challenge my assumptions, and expand my perspective on what's possible in my future career," wrote Emmanuel Ezeocha (BBA 鈥�25).

San Francisco: Back in Chicago

"The trip was an incredible educational opportunity, and I feel more confident and inspired about my future career," wrote Robert Furlan (BBA 鈥�24).

Fairy lights adorn the trees outside of a business in San Francisco, California.

San Francisco: Day 6

"We got the opportunity to talk to [employees] which gave us a good idea of what it is really like to work at Gilead Sciences," wrote Lutein Lammens (BBA 鈥�25).

A group of students pose for a photo on the Quinlan Ramble to San Francisco.

San Francisco: Gilead Sciences and Meta

"From this experience, I was able to make deeper connections and gain the opportunity to discuss shared interests in healthcare," wrote Brigitte Cueter (BBA 鈥�24).

A group of students pose with the Quinlan flag inside the Reach Capital office in San Francisco.

"As someone with cross functional interests...it was eye-opening to learn about how Jennifer has pursued her passion for improving the education sector in a non-traditional way," wrote Avery Tritz (BBA 鈥�24).

Student Fahad Shahbaz poses for a photo with alumna Jennifer Carolan at Reach Capital in San Francisco.

San Francisco: Reach Capital

"It was great to see the effort Reach Capital is doing to make a positive impact in our community and make education more equitable, inclusive and accessible," wrote Fahad Shahbaz (AA '23).

A group of business students pose for a photo at Fisherman's Wharf in San Francisco.

San Francisco: Reach Capital

"It was amazing to hear how Jennifer combined a career in business with her true passions," wrote Natalia Mendez (BBA 鈥�23).

Alumna Genesis Emery greets our group of students at a meeting during the Quinlan Ramble to San Francisco.

San Francisco: Grant Thornton, Blueprint Haus Agency, and Alumni Networking

"I enjoyed lunch with Mike because it allowed us to learn more about his experience at 黑料门one on one, and share how 黑料门has tremendously grown since his last visit," wrote Taylor Nguyen (BBA 鈥�23).

A group of students pose for a photo at the Alumni Reception in San Francisco.

San Francisco: Alumni Networking

"I was extremely grateful to have the opportunity to build connections with many professionals from various industries and learn about their life stories as well as how Quinlan was the starting point of it all," wrote Farheen Saiyed (BBA 鈥�25).

Two students pose for a photo at a site visit in San Francisco on the 2023 Quinlan Ramble.

San Francisco: Midweek Reflection

"Meeting with successful 黑料门alumni in the Bay Area really outlined how essential the values taught at 黑料门are in your professional development," wrote Mitchell Cohen (BBA 鈥�23).

A student in front of the Salesforce sign in Salesforce Tower in San Francisco, California.

San Francisco: Site Visits Day 1

"This visit was particularly interesting to me as a Finance major! It's so amazing to see how people that have studied what I am studying put their knowledge to incredible use," wrote Natalia Mendez (BBA 鈥�23).

The Salesforce Tower in San Francisco, California.

San Francisco: Site Visits Day 1

"We learned more about Salesforce through lovely 黑料门Alumni...who shared their experiences with the company and how 黑料门and their non-linear paths shaped who they are today," wrote Farheen Saiyed (BBA 鈥�25).

A view of the San Francisco skyline from Salesforce Tower.

San Francisco: Site Visits Day 1

"I learned so much already, which is very promising for the rest of our time here in San Francisco," wrote Lutein Lammens (BBA 鈥�25).

A group of student stake a selfie among trees at Muir Woods National Park in San Francisco, California.

San Francisco: Exploring San Francisco

"If today is any indication of how the week is going to go, I think that the Quinlan Ramble to San Francisco is going to be an amazing experience for all involved, and I cannot be more happy to be here," wrote Avery Tritz (BBA 鈥�24).

A group of students pose in front of the famous Lombard Street in San Francisco.

San Francisco: Exploring San Francisco

"Each location that we visited had an important story to tell, and I was excited to learn the unique history of San Francisco's jewels," wrote Brigitte Cueter (BBA 鈥�24).

A group of students in the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, California.

San Francisco: Exploring San Francisco

"To learn about development and operations up close is a rare opportunity," wrote Taylor Nguyen (BBA 鈥�23).

View of the San Fransico skyline with Quinlan Ramble to San Francisco written above.

San Francisco: Pre-Departure

"I'm nervous about the flight, excited to explore the city, and eager to learn from the alumni we'll be networking with during our visit to San Francisco," wrote Emmanuel Ezeocha (BBA 鈥�25).

San Francisco: Pre-Departure

"On this trip, I'll have the chance to see first-hand some of the city's most forward-thinking and prosperous businesses," wrote Robert Furlan (BBA 鈥�24).

In 2023, our students traveled to San Francisco and visited with top companies, including Salesforce, Frec, Gilead Sciences, Meta, Reach Capital, and Grant Thornton.