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
Social Networks Are Not Effective at Mobilizing Vaccination Uptake
April 18, 2025Social networks are unlikely to persuade someone to embrace a new vaccine, reports Dyson professors Nancy Chau and Arnab Basu.
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.
Renegotiated Trade Deal Benefits US Dairy Producers
April 15, 2025New research by Dyson professor Christopher Wolf, suggests recent Canadian trade concessions removed some barriers to U.S. dairy exports.
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.
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
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
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.
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.
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.