Executive MBA (EMBA)

Read more about students, faculty, alumni, events, and initiatives of the Executive MBA programs at the Johnson School.

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Nichele Nivens, MBA/MS ’24, Plans Startup to Help Expectant Moms

Nichele Nivens, MD, is developing a startup, Mom Majesty, that will help more women experience the support a doula can offer.

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From Higher Ed to Global Cosmetics: A Q&A with Christian Balmaseda-Lucca, MBA ’22

Career Corner: Balmaseda-Lucca credits his career coaches, coursework, and Cornell’s alumni network for helping him to make a successful career pivot.

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U.S. Air Force Veteran and Executive MBA Student Awarded for Continuation of Service

Jennifer Ross was honored with the Cornell Veterans Continuation of Service Award for her continued leadership and service.

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Helen Lee ’03, MBA ’20: Behind Operations at Cornell Wildlife Health Center

Dyson and Johnson alumna Helen Lee helps manage the strategies, programs, and operations for the Cornell Wildlife Health Center.

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Samuel Cho is a Digital Transformation Leader who has a Passion for Connecting People

10 Under 10 honoree Samuel Cho is global head of client information product at JP Morgan Private Bank and a volunteer relationship builder.

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EMBA Spotlight: How Cornell Johnson’s Program Is Uniquely Suited To The Moment

Cornell’s pioneering distributed classrooms defined distance learning years before Zoom became part of the business school lexicon.

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Ad Tech Manager Illianna Acosta Believes in Supporting and Elevating Others

10 Under 10 honoree and senior LinkedIn manager Illianna Acosta aims to give a voice to those who have been historically marginalized.

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Fueling Women to Run the World

Classmates Stephanie Schrauth and Linda Alvarez, both MBA ’21, cofounded Levelle, a startup developing sports nutrition products designed for women.

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Physician Promise Offers Asynchronous Telehealth for Personal and Couple’s Healthcare

Shady Henien and Anand Narayan, both MBA ’20, launched Physician Promise to make treatment more accessible, convenient, and comfortable for patients.