Inside SC Johnson

A first-hand look at the African economy
Sophia Marseille, MBA ’20, shares insights about her trek to South Africa and Ghana, pinpointing entrepreneurship and brand strategy as growth opportunities.

‘Do you belong here?’: Lawsuits allege Hilton, other hotels discriminated against Black guests
Professor David Sherwyn says big hotel brands can recommend anti-discrimination training for franchised properties, but lack teeth under the law to require it.

The Rundown: Highlights from the week of July 13
Expert perspectives from Cornell SC Johnson College of Business faculty on COVID-19’s impact on business, hospitality, and the economy.

Interim Dean Ed McLaughlin returns to lead Dyson at a critical point in time
Ed McLaughlin once again became the interim David J. Nolan Dean of the Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management on July 1.

Costco to open new stores, continue senior shopping hours indefinitely
Professor Karan Girotra says large net incomes this quarter for major grocery chains is not surprising as consumer spending shifts during the pandemic.

What does it mean for fashion to be aspirational in 2020?
Professor Mukti Khaire discusses commitments fashion brands are making to diversity and inclusion, and the challenges faced with changing consumer values.

Community summer projects connect Dyson students with local businesses and nonprofits
Dyson students connect with local businesses and nonprofits for Community Summer Projects

Cornell Research Recap: The relationship satisfaction factor in successful brand-hotel partnerships
Professor Chekitan Dev examines the relationship between key operating factors and opportunism on the part of brands and their hotel partners.

Apps like Robinhood make investing easier. Maybe too easy.
Professor Vicki Bogan discusses high-profile trading apps that increase access to the stock market but could also be gamifiying trading.