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
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.
Impact Funds Offer a Lower-Risk Proposition for Private Markets
March 10, 2025Based on a new benchmark that analyzes risk exposure and performance, impact funds hold their own against conventional funds.
Enabling Hotel Guests to Customize Their Rooms Fosters Customer Loyalty
March 5, 2025Hotel guests who can customize their rooms by selecting layout, snack bar offerings, and pillow softness are more likely to become loyal customers.
Going Against One’s Better Judgment Amplifies Self-Blame
February 28, 2025Researchers found that when people go along with opinions of others, they feel more culpable if things go wrong.
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.”
‘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.
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
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.
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.
Centers & Institutes
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.
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.
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.