Cornell SC Johnson BusinessFeed: News, Articles & Voices
The main publishing hub for the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business and its three schools–the Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management, the Samuel Curtis Johnson Graduate School of Management, and the Cornell Peter and Stephanie Nolan School of Hotel Administration.
Research With Impact
‘Structural poverty’ maps could steer help to world’s neediest
February 17, 2025A new mapping approach could help policymakers identify where people live in extreme poverty and target resources more effectively.
World Economic Forum Expert: “Circularity” Can Drive Growth
January 29, 2025Hernán J.F. Saenz III, MBA/MILR ’98, urged businesses to minimize waste, maximize product lifecycles, and separate economic growth from resource consumption.
For Emerging Markets, ESG Will Not Work Without Economic Growth
January 23, 2025The combination of ESG and economic growth can help ensure sustainable and inclusive long-term development in emerging markets.
Beer Sold in Grocery Stores Drives Higher Sales in Other Categories
January 21, 2025Beer-purchasing households visit grocery stores more frequently and increase their total monthly grocery expenditures.
To Succeed, ‘Latecomers’ Must Balance Imitation and Innovation
December 19, 2024Cornell SC Johnson College professor Sungyong Chang shows that startups thrive by mimicking established competitors before innovating.
Latin America: From Resource Curse to a Green Power
November 19, 2024Latin America is emerging as an unexpected leader in environmental progress within the emerging economies.
Better Business Stories & Topics
Pioneering Sustainability
February 25, 2025The Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise celebrates 20 for 20 honoree Agata Smeets, MBA ’11, head of environment and product sustainability at Gap Inc.
From Classroom to Climate Action: Revolutionizing Sustainability in Africa
February 24, 2025The Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise celebrates 20 for 20 honoree CJ Fonzi, MBA ’08, cofounder and COO of Africa Climate Ventures.
Grand Challenges Impact Competition Winner Protects Rural Artisans in India
January 16, 2025The Grand Challenges Impact Competition on November 14 showcased community-engaged learning projects that build business for a better world.
Empowering the Global Shift to a Sustainable Future: Ian Kline ’91 Protects the Natural World
December 24, 2024The Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise celebrates 20 for 20 honoree Ian Kline ’91, president and CEO of the Cadmus Group.
Nolan Team Takes First Place at Hospitality Sustainability Competition in Dubai
November 19, 2024Three Nolan MMH students earned top honors for their concept, PYRO, a machine converting food scraps into biofuel for cooking.
First Gen Nolan School Students Explore Careers in Miami
September 3, 2024Cornell students met executives and recruiters at real estate development corporations, investment and finance firms, hotel brand management companies, trendy boutique hospitality groups and more.
From Fire to Electricity: Dhanur Grandhi’s Impact on Green Tech Adoption
July 30, 2024The Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise celebrates 20 for 20 honoree Dhanur Grandhi, MBA ’12, cofounder and CEO of WattBot.
Protecting Livestock and Livelihoods
July 8, 2024Cornell dissertations launch a long-term data and economics project to predict and prevent livestock loss and reduce poverty among African herders.
News & Announcements
Students Meet Author-Entrepreneurs Elevating African Cuisine
February 27, 2025Alexander Smalls and Nina Oduro visited Cornell and met with students studying Cultures and Cuisine, a course taught by Lilly Jan.
Entrepreneurship Education Builds on Strengths, Enters New Era
January 16, 2025Gregory Ray, PhD ’14, will become the Don and Margi Berens Professor of Entrepreneurship, and later this year Steven Gal ’90 will retire.
$11.5M Gift Strengthens Hospitality Research, Teaching
December 10, 2024The gift from C. Kenneth Grailer ’53 will support the Cornell Peter and Stephanie Nolan School of Hotel Administration by expanding the Center for Hospitality Research, helping renovate the Grailer Food Labs and providing scholarships.
Stay Curious and Build “Social Muscles,” Says Nolan School Namesake
October 8, 2024Nolan School namesake Peter Nolan offered students a glimpse into his success and nuggets of wisdom as a Nolan Dean’s Distinguished Lecturer.
Centers & Institutes
From Technology Director to Chief Data Officer: A Q&A with Chaitanya Baddam, MBA ’23
February 27, 2025Career Corner: Technology executive Chaitanya Baddam pivoted from insurance platform technology director to chief data officer at an insurtech startup.
Pioneering Sustainability
February 25, 2025The Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise celebrates 20 for 20 honoree Agata Smeets, MBA ’11, head of environment and product sustainability at Gap Inc.
From Classroom to Climate Action: Revolutionizing Sustainability in Africa
February 24, 2025The Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise celebrates 20 for 20 honoree CJ Fonzi, MBA ’08, cofounder and COO of Africa Climate Ventures.
Ethical Depth: The Cure for Today’s Medical Industry
February 24, 2025A new Johnson School paper explores why doctors may fall prey to conflicts of interest and proposes a new approach called “deep professionalism.”
The Intersection of AI and Investing: A Transformational Moment
February 7, 2025Artificial intelligence is no longer a futuristic concept in finance—it’s here, reshaping markets, redefining careers, and forcing regulators to catch up.
Hyatt CEO Named 2025 Cornell Hospitality Icon
January 30, 2025The 2025 Cornell Hospitality Icon of the Industry Award is scheduled to be presented at the Cornell Icon and Innovator Awards event in New York City on June 3, 2025.
For Emerging Markets, ESG Will Not Work Without Economic Growth
January 23, 2025The combination of ESG and economic growth can help ensure sustainable and inclusive long-term development in emerging markets.
Empowering the Global Shift to a Sustainable Future: Ian Kline ’91 Protects the Natural World
December 24, 2024The Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise celebrates 20 for 20 honoree Ian Kline ’91, president and CEO of the Cadmus Group.
Community Insights
Scanner data can help NYS farmers boost market sales
December 19, 2023Researchers partnered with NYS livestock farmers using point-of-sale technology, then analyzed their market transactions and uncovered insights that could increase farmers' profits.
Park Perspective: The Power of Curiosity in Conflict Management
August 11, 2023Ashley Hamilton, MBA ’24, explores the importance of curiosity in both conflict management and leadership.
Park Perspectives: Let the Battle of the Brands Begin
May 17, 2023Ben Marks, MBA ’24, discusses learning opportunities outside the classroom, exemplified through the Battle of the Brands competition.
Park Fellows alumni spotlight: Solomon Tesfaye MBA ’15
April 5, 2023Solomon Tesfaye, MBA ’15, reflects on how his Park Fellow experience influences his approach to leadership in both his professional and personal life.