Alumni
From Combat to Clean Energy: Securing America’s Energy Future
The Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise celebrates 20 for 20 honoree Kevin Johnson, MBA ’09, cofounder of Caelum Ventures.
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.
Chris Marino is Shaping the Next Generation of Marketing Leaders by Paying it Forward
10 Under 10 honoree Chris Marino, MBA ’20, is a head of agency at Google who believes in using marketing as a force for good.
Saratoga Springs Business Leader Receives NYS Hometown Alumni Award
Jim Mastrianni, MBA ’06, is the 12th recipient of the Cornell New York State Hometown Alumni Award.
Icons and Innovators: Cornell Awards Shine Light on Hospitality’s Finest
The 2024 Icon is former IHG CEO Keith Barr ’92 and Innovators are José Andrés and Rob Wilder, founders of José Andrés Group and World Central Kitchen.
From Music to Amazon and Back: A Q&A with Alexander Horowitz, MBA ’23
Career Corner: Marketing executive Alexander Horowitz pivoted from music and tech marketing to Amazon’s last-mile business—then segued back to music.
Using Open Data, Natalie Grillon Makes Supply Chains Collaborative and Transparent
The Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise celebrates 20 for 20 honoree Natalie Grillon, MBA ’12, CEO of Open Supply Hub.
He Couldn’t Find a Kids’ Book about Ithaca—So He Wrote One
Dave Walden, MBA ’10, pens a lively volume that takes two young travelers to Collegetown, hockey games, state parks, and more.
Amanda Friedman Creates Concepts, Services, and Products that Make People Smile
10 Under 10 honoree Amanda Friedman oversees design, construction, and development of brand standards for SAMBAZON Açaí Bowls.