Finance alumnus to talk on the power of connection

Finance alumnus to talk on the power of connection

Friday, April 17 | 9:30 a.m. | Center for Business 109

Join Minnesota State Moorhead for an inspiring session with entrepreneur, mentor and philanthropist Najam Usmani as he shares life lessons on the power of connection.

Usmani ('93, finance) will present "The 7 Habits of Highly Connected People" at 9:30 a.m. Friday, April 17, in Room 109 of the Center for Business, 721 11th St. S., Moorhead. The presentation is free to attend and open to the public. Refreshments will be served.

Drawing from his journey, from immigrating to the United States to building successful businesses and leading large teams, Usmani highlights how meaningful relationships, resilience, and a service-oriented mindset drive personal and professional success. Attendees will gain practical insights into cultivating a winning mindset, building authentic networks, and leveraging connections to create opportunities, impact communities, and achieve long-term success.

Usmani, founder and managing partner of FullBright Ventures in Charlotte, N.C., was one of the first 500 Microsoft Certified Systems Engineers, for which he was recognized by Bill Gates. He rose to the top ranks of tax preparation companies nationwide, built nearly 400 retail locations, and has hired, trained and influenced more than 2,700 employees over 25 years.

Usmani is being honored by the MSUM Foundation as a 2026 Distinguished Alumni award recipient.

Moorhead is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible event. If you need a reasonable accommodation to attend this event, please complete the Event Accommodations Form and a staff member will be in touch with you.