Maria Minsker '13

Durland Lecture Focuses on Redefining Shared Prosperity in Private Equity
Henry Kravis, cofounder and co-executive chairman of KKR & Co., delivered the 2025 Lewis H. Durland Memorial Lecture.

From Pinot Noir to Public Policy: John S. Dyson ’65 Shares Lessons in Leadership
Entrepreneur, public servant, longtime Cornell trustee, and Dyson Alumni Leadership Award recipient John Dyson spoke at Dyson Leads in New York City.

Adopting AI Means Adapting Business Models
The Cornell Executive MBA Alumni Summit challenged attendees to move beyond the hype and examine how AI technology is fundamentally reshaping industries.

Understanding Leadership Beyond Titles
“Everybody’s a leader… no matter your role,” Shamis Pitts, MBA ’11, tells New York City alumni.

The Intersection of AI and Investing: A Transformational Moment
Artificial intelligence is no longer a futuristic concept in finance—it’s here, reshaping markets, redefining careers, and forcing regulators to catch up.

Advancing Agriculture: How Ponsi Trivisvavet Helps Improve the Global Food System
At Eclectic Convergence, Ponsi Trivisvavet, MBA ’99, CEO of Inari, shared her insights on leadership, innovation, and the complexities of improving agriculture.

Eduardo Padilla Silva: Leading with Heart, Vision, and Resilience at FEMSA
Cornell’s Emerging Markets Institute honored Eduardo Padilla Silva, MBA ’81, former CEO of FEMSA, with the 2024 Cañizares Award for Distinguished Alumni.

Future Directions in Sustainable Travel, Tourism, and Hospitality
SC Johnson College of Business experts offered fresh perspectives on shifting travel and tourism toward more sustainable practices during Climate Week NYC.

Honoring Diversity and Leadership: The L. Joseph Thomas Suite Dedication
Past and present deans and alumni came together during Reunion 2024 to honor Joe Thomas, Anne and Elmer Lindseth Dean Emeritus of the Johnson School.