Cornell Business News
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
How timing can reduce bias in peer reviews at work
May 21, 2025New SC Johnson College research shows when peers evaluate each other after an outside source has confirmed a team’s success, ingroup favoritism goes down.
Directory Boosts Usefulness of Mobile Phones, Bottom Lines, in Rural Africa
May 20, 2025In rural Africa, most mobile phones don’t have search capabilities to find businesses. A new phone book helps, boosting sales by 104%.
Stars or Numerals? How Rating Formats Change Consumer Behavior
May 20, 2025The researchers found that consumers tend to overestimate fractional star ratings and underestimate fractional Arabic numerals.
New Tool Can Help NYS Make Economically Beneficial Food Purchases
May 8, 2025Dyson professor develops an economic model that calculates additional NYS business activity and tax revenue generated from purchases of specific local products.
Conservatives More Likely Than Liberals to Negotiate Price
May 8, 2025According to new research out of the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business, conservatives are more likely than liberals to negotiate over price for items such as used cars or houses.
Modeling Tool Protects Worker Health and Food Chain Security
April 30, 2025Aaron Adalja, Nolan School professor, contributed to a computer model that helps farms and food processing facilities control COVID-19 outbreaks, keep workers safe and the food chain secure.
Better Business Stories & Topics
Refurbished Fridges Expand Access to Fresh Food at Regional Pantries
May 19, 2025Two teams of students in the Dyson School worked with Whirlpool to place refurbished refrigerators on campus and in high need areas around the region.
Leading the Charge: Raghu Dharmaraju’s Journey to Scalable Sustainability
May 16, 2025The Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise celebrates 20 for 20 honoree Raghu Dharmaraju MBA ’07, CEO of ARTPARK.
Students Help Rural Peruvians Grow Turmeric Business
May 9, 2025Dyson School students traveled to a rural region of Peru to brainstorm sustainable business ideas for a local community.
Hotelies Extend Cornell Commitment to ‘Wish-Making’
May 8, 2025Nolan School students raised nearly $5,000 for Make-A-Wish Central New York - with help and inspiration from an alumna who was a wish-kid herself and founded the first college "wish-makers" group in the country.
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.
News & Announcements
Tolan Honored with Forté Foundation Award for Women’s Business Leadership
April 18, 2025SC Johnson College MBA Student Hannah Tolan will receive the leadership honor at Forté annual conference in June.
Poets and Quants Ranks Dyson School No. 2 Among Business Programs
March 17, 2025Poets and Quants' ranking of the Dyson School rose four points to its highest position to date of No. 2, with a composite score of 98.9 out of 100.
Dimond Family Gift to Support Nolan School Scholarships
March 3, 2025A $13 million endowment from the Dimond family will fund scholarships at the Nolan Hotel School.
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.
Centers & Institutes
Leading the Charge: Raghu Dharmaraju’s Journey to Scalable Sustainability
May 16, 2025The Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise celebrates 20 for 20 honoree Raghu Dharmaraju MBA ’07, CEO of ARTPARK.
Snack Startup Cramp Bites Wins Hospitality Business Plan Competition
May 5, 2025Armita Jamshidi ’25 won $25K for her startup Cramp Bites, natural pain-relief snacks for soothing menstrual cramps.
Cornell’s Sustainable Tourism To Partner with United Nations Tourism
April 28, 2025The partnership will allow 350 candidates to receive tuition-free enrollment in STAMP's online course.
Earth Day Research: Powering the Future with Clean Energy
April 17, 2025New SC Johnson College research shows primary contributors to recent clean energy patents are existing inventors rather than newcomers.
Winding Up Value: How Media Shapes the Luxury Watch Market
April 16, 2025New SC Johnson College research shows that news articles and reviews play a significant role in promoting luxury watch brands.
From Sales, Marketing, and Ops to Consulting with James “JJ” Myron, MBA ’23
March 27, 2025Career Corner: Consultant JJ Myron pivoted from a sales, marketing, and operations role to advising clients on how to achieve their strategic goals.
Boosting mental muscle leads to better performance
March 18, 2025A new study from SC Johnson College explores the concept of “cognitive endurance,” defined as the ability to sustain performance in cognitive tasks over time.
Cindy Estis Green ’79 Named 2025 Cornell Hospitality Innovator
March 17, 2025The award will be presented to the CEO and co-founder of Kalibri Labs, LLC, on June 3, 2025 in New York City.
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.