Alumni

head and shoulders photo of Jorge Bouras with the 10 Under 10 graphic identifier overlaid on the side of the photo.
Nolan BusinessFeed

Dos Amigos Founder Jorge Bouras Believes in Business Making Life Better

10 Under 10 honoree Jorge Carlos Bouras is an entrepreneur and Cali-Mex cook who believes in helping his employees to reach their goals.

Jamie Kim repping her products at a food industry trade show.
Nolan BusinessFeed

Hotelie’s Granola Goes from Dorm Delicacy to Grocery Staple

Infused with novel flavors—including rosemary, matcha, chai, and even black truffle—the brand is a hit at Whole Foods and beyond.

Image of Nina Bachich in a wheelchair during one of her travels.
Nolan BusinessFeed

I’m a Wheelchair User—and Despite the Obstacles, I Love to Travel

Navigating the world with a spinal cord injury has given me a distinct perspective on my chosen field: hospitality.

Headshot of Shawn Driver with the 10 Under 10 graphic identifier overlaid on the photo's background.
Johnson BusinessFeed

Shawn Driver Integrates Military Ops and New Tech Savvy to Drive Defense Innovation

10 Under 10 honoree Shawn Driver, MBA ’19, ensures the U.S. Army remains at the forefront of technological innovation.

a young man wearing a Cornell sweatshirt and sunglasses standing in front of Sage Hall and smiling.
Johnson BusinessFeed

Building New Healthcare Partnerships: A Q&A with Durward Rackleff, EMBA/MS ’23

Career Corner: Healthcare expert Durward Rackleff pivoted from leading large quality improvement programs to promoting healthcare transformation.

Bobby Frisch, Bill Minnock, and Lisa Chervinsky stand in front of the hotel entrance with the maroon La Tourelle awning behind them.
Nolan BusinessFeed

Cornellians Chart New Future for Local Hotel and Spa

Twenty-eight Cornell alumni purchased a hotel and spa in Ithaca, NY and plan learning opportunities for Cornell SC Johnson College of Business students.

Image of Jonathan Tamayo ’08 in a casino after winning the World Series of Poker
Nolan BusinessFeed

Hotelie Wins Poker’s Shiniest Crown

It’s actually a bejeweled bracelet—and Jonathan Tamayo ’08 earned it in July, when he became the game’s 2024 world champ

headshot of Dhanur Grandhi.
Johnson BusinessFeed

From Fire to Electricity: Dhanur Grandhi’s Impact on Green Tech Adoption

The Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise celebrates 20 for 20 honoree Dhanur Grandhi, MBA ’12, cofounder and CEO of WattBot.

Image of Jamey Edwards '96 MBA '03 outside with trres
Johnson BusinessFeed

Jamey Edwards is on a Mission to Fix Healthcare

As a serial entrepreneur, Jamey Edwards ’96 MBA ’03 is mission driven to support health equity and resolve health disparities.