Alumni

From Sales, Marketing, and Ops to Consulting: A Q&A with James “JJ” Myron, MBA ’23
Career Corner: Consultant JJ Myron pivoted from a sales, marketing, and operations role to advising clients on how to achieve their strategic goals.

Women Leaders Discuss Barriers to Venture Capital
Panelists say relationships, mentorship, and allyship can help mitigate some of the challenges women face in entering the field.

Success in Investment Management: Spotlight on Kira Connors ’07, MBA ’12
Kira Connor shares how her Cornell MBA launched her successful career pivot into investment research.

Cindy Estis Green ’79 Named 2025 Cornell Hospitality Innovator
The award will be presented to the CEO and co-founder of Kalibri Labs, LLC, on June 3, 2025 in New York City.

- Accounting, Economics & Finance
- Energy & Sustainability
- Management, HR & Leadership
- Policy & Advocacy
John S. Dyson ’65 Honored with Second Annual Dyson Alumni Leadership Award
John Dyson ’65 is a leader in finance, energy policy, and economic development, from founding a private investment firm to pioneering sustainable winemaking.

Dimond Family Gift to Support Nolan School Scholarships
A $13 million endowment from the Dimond family will fund scholarships at the Nolan Hotel School.

From Technology Director to Chief Data Officer: A Q&A with Chaitanya Baddam, MBA ’23
Career Corner: Technology executive Chaitanya Baddam pivoted from insurance platform technology director to chief data officer at an insurtech startup.

Park Fellows Alumni Spotlight: Brian Hittle, MBA ’03
Brian Hittle, MBA ’03, discusses leadership, storytelling and finding purpose in a character.

Pioneering Sustainability
The Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise celebrates 20 for 20 honoree Agata Smeets, MBA ’11, head of environment and product sustainability at Gap Inc.