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
To Vape or Not to Vape: When an E-Cigarette Tax Has an Impact
March 18, 2024The Johnson School research suggests that taxation could have an impact on reducing vaping among young people.
Stand By Your Group: Loyalty Can Blur Ethics Line
March 12, 2024Loyalty to a group vs. an individual was more effective in eliciting followers’ compliance with unethical requests, research by Angus Hildreth found.
Research: Unraveling the Pursuit of Entrepreneurship in the Fashion Industry
March 6, 2024The research from the Johnson School suggests that the decision to launch a startup is not solely based on personal characteristics but also involves how organizational roles and social dynamics influence the choice.
International moves can pay off for venture-backed startups
February 27, 2024Very few venture-backed startups move from their original location to a new country, but those that do benefit financially, according to new research.
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.
Digitizing Books Can Spur Demand for Physical Copies
November 1, 2023Digitization can boost sales of physical books by up to 8% by stimulating demand through online discovery, research by Dyson’s Imke Reimers finds.
Better Business Stories & Topics
Nichele Nivens, MBA/MS ’24, Plans Startup to Help Expectant Moms
March 18, 2024Nichele Nivens, MD, is developing a startup, Mom Majesty, that will help more women experience the support a doula can offer.
Trishala Dessai’s Gig-Up Addresses Consumers’ and Gig Workers’ Needs
March 6, 2024Gig-Up, an AI-enabled startup developed by Trishala Dessai ’17, MBA ’23, will save consumers time and effort by offering multiple services in one app.
Cate Khan ’99 Honored with Inaugural Dyson Alumni Leadership Award
February 28, 2024Dyson School graduate Cate Khan ’99, CEO of VerishopGroup, cofounded not only a platform but a support ecosystem for diverse, independent businesses.
As the Statler’s GM, Hotelie Doles Out Big Red Hospitality
February 16, 2024After a career with some of the industry’s biggest names, Arthur Keith ’84 has come home to Upstate NY to lead the beloved hotel
Students debate freedom of expression’s impact on business
February 15, 2024Is freedom of expression good for business? Student debated whether it drives innovation and improves business, or interferes with decision-making and results in gridlock
Climate Roundtable Sparks Insight and Invites Collaboration
February 14, 2024Dean Andrew Karolyi gave a lightning talk on strategies to encourage and sustain private investment in the green transition at the 2030 Project event.
Students debate free speech in the workplace
February 2, 2024The debate series is a collaboration between the ILR School’s Office of Engaged and Experiential Programs and the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business.
Undergrads to debate free speech in the workplace
January 29, 2024Is promoting freedom of expression in the workplace a good business practice? This question will be debated at two upcoming events, one in Spanish and one in English, co-hosted by the Cornell Speech and Debate Program, the SC Johnson College of Business, and ILR.
News & Announcements
Donor’s New Fund to Support Students, Mentoring
February 29, 2024Meng Zhou, M.S. ’92, Ph.D. ’96 established a fund to support doctoral students in applied economics and management.
Cornell Nolan School receives No. 1 Ranking by CEOWorld Magazine
February 29, 2024The Nolan School led the CEOWorld Magazine rankings and is one of six programs worldwide to earn a “AAA” ranking.
International moves can pay off for venture-backed startups
February 27, 2024Very few venture-backed startups move from their original location to a new country, but those that do benefit financially, according to new research.
B-School Teams Focus on Flickr in Cornell 2024 Case Competition for Family Ownership
February 26, 2024Olin Business School team wins the Case Competition for Family Ownership, the only such contest where students interact with a family business.
Centers & Institutes
Fostering Future Leaders: AREC and DAIRE’s 2023 NYC Career Trek
December 18, 2023Student real estate clubs, AREC and DAIRE, visited New York City on an experiential learning trek with support from Cornell’s Center for Real Estate and Finance (CREF).
Diversity and Inclusion in Real Estate 2023 Fall Career Trek
December 12, 2023The Center for Real Estate and Finance encourages diversity and inclusion in Real Estate by supporting the DAIRE 2023 Fall Career Trek to New York City
Cornell Real Estate Club Visits Industry Leaders in Boston
November 29, 2023Career trek participants networked with real estate professionals, gained company insights , and learned about the Boston real estate market.
Professionals Navigate Rising Economies in Emerging Markets Certificate Program
November 17, 2023Cornell SC Johnson College of Business faculty help professionals navigate rising economies in Emerging Markets certificate program.
FourTips for Student Entrepreneurs from Rob Karp ’19 – Miles Ahead CEO and Entrepreneur in Residence
October 10, 2023Rob Karp ’19 shares life lessons as an entrepreneur with students in an event held by the Air and Sea Hospitality Club at the Pillsbury Institute for Hospitality Entrepreneurship.
A Case Study on Barbados Tourism: Repositioning a Struggling Country Brand
September 20, 2023A case study coauthored by Professor Chekitan Dev centers on the Caribbean Island nation of Barbados’ strategy to increase stay-over tourism.
Robert Gregor Named Executive Director of the Pillsbury Institute
June 27, 2023The Pillsbury Institute engages industry experts and faculty to provide students with experiential learning opportunities.
Unlocking Sustainable Hospitality: How Green Bonds Can Fuel a Greener Future for Hotels and Resorts
May 16, 2023Corporate sustainability has become as mission critical in business as maximizing shareholder value.
Community Insights
Park Fellows Alumni Spotlight: Alex Green MBA ’12
February 19, 2024Alex Green, MBA ’12, reflects on his Park Fellowship experience, and how it has shaped how he approaches his career at Apple.
Park Perspectives: Building Trust at the Start of the MBA
January 29, 2024Frank Hager, MBA ’24, encourages students to focus on building trust in their first months at Johnson.
Park Fellows alumni spotlight: Heather Henyon MBA ’03
January 7, 2024Heather Henyon, MBA ’03, reflects on her career path into angel investing, and how her Park Fellowship experience shaped her journey along the way.
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.