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In 2025, avoid ‘specialness spirals’ (and practice self-gifting)

January 13, 2025

The Johnson School’s Jacqueline Rifkin offers insights on why waiting too long to use a present may mean getting less joy from it.

Empowering the Global Shift to a Sustainable Future: Ian Kline ’91 Protects the Natural World

December 24, 2024

The Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise celebrates 20 for 20 honoree Ian Kline ’91, president and CEO of the Cadmus Group.

To Succeed, ‘Latecomers’ Must Balance Imitation and Innovation

December 19, 2024

Cornell SC Johnson College professor Sungyong Chang shows that startups thrive by mimicking established competitors before innovating.

15th WIN Conference: Fostering Community

December 18, 2024

Ekta Kumar, MBA ’25 recounts her experience meeting women leaders in the investing profession and connecting with students from across the country at the 15th annual MBA Women in Investing Conference.

Marketing Wisdom, From the Alum Who Helped Turn Domino’s Around

December 17, 2024

Each year, now-CEO Russell Weiner ’90 comes back to the Hill to speak about the secret sauce behind the pizza chain’s renaissance.

Johnson School Increases Emphasis on Sustainability and AI for Two-Year MBAs

December 11, 2024

The Johnson School Two-Year MBA will require sustainability coursework, add AI tools and models to existing courses, and expand experiential learning.


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15th WIN Conference: Fostering Community

December 18, 2024

Ekta Kumar, MBA ’25 recounts her experience meeting women leaders in the investing profession and connecting with students from across the country at the 15th annual MBA Women in Investing Conference.

Philanthropy class aids Tompkins County nonprofits

December 9, 2024

Cornell SC Johnson College students in an annual Philanthropic Leadership class tripled grants to local nonprofits.

The 2024 Families in Business Conference: Making Connections and Learning About Impact

November 14, 2024

MBA candidate Mike Weaver reflects on his experience at the 2024 Families in Business Conference and with the Smith Family Business Initiative at Cornell.

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Transforming Education for a New Era: The Journey of Lrn

September 18, 2024

Cornell Metro NY EMBA students aim to revolutionize education with their AI-powered app, Lrn, that personalizes learning to address educational gaps.

The Intersection of AI and Emerging Markets: Opportunities and Challenges

August 13, 2024

AI and machine learning have transformed industries worldwide. Their adoption could significantly influence the futures of emerging markets.

From Music to Amazon and Back: A Q&A with Alexander Horowitz, MBA ’23

June 17, 2024

Career Corner: Marketing executive Alexander Horowitz pivoted from music and tech marketing to Amazon’s last-mile business—then segued back to music.

Read more posts by executive MBAs in the Executive MBA Americas, Executive MBA Metro NY, and Executive MBA/MS in Healthcare Leadership programs

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Nolan Team Takes First Place at Hospitality Sustainability Competition in Dubai

November 19, 2024

Three Nolan MMH students earned top honors for their concept, PYRO, a machine converting food scraps into biofuel for cooking.

Private Jet Startup Wins Hospitality Pitch Deck Competition

November 13, 2024

Nolan School MMH students Harry Han and Benjamin Lin delivered a winning pitch for a startup enabling travelers to book private jets online in China.

Baker Program in Real Estate Announces STEM Designation and +1 Option for Undergrads

February 13, 2024

The Baker Program announces two developments that enhance the value of its MPS-RE degree and open it up to students from a wide range of backgrounds.

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Empowering the Global Shift to a Sustainable Future: Ian Kline ’91 Protects the Natural World

December 24, 2024

The Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise celebrates 20 for 20 honoree Ian Kline ’91, president and CEO of the Cadmus Group.

India’s Unified Payments Interface Has Revolutionized Its Digital Payments Market

December 20, 2024

The Unified Payments Interface has transformed digital payments in India, setting a global standard in financial inclusion across sectors.

Cornell Energy Connection Encourages Collaboration and Resilience Amid Uncertainty

December 18, 2024

The 15th annual Cornell Energy Connection convened experts and students on energy transition approaches and careers.


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Empowering the Global Shift to a Sustainable Future: Ian Kline ’91 Protects the Natural World

December 24, 2024

The Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise celebrates 20 for 20 honoree Ian Kline ’91, president and CEO of the Cadmus Group.

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India’s Unified Payments Interface Has Revolutionized Its Digital Payments Market

December 20, 2024

The Unified Payments Interface has transformed digital payments in India, setting a global standard in financial inclusion across sectors.

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To Succeed, ‘Latecomers’ Must Balance Imitation and Innovation

December 19, 2024

Cornell SC Johnson College professor Sungyong Chang shows that startups thrive by mimicking established competitors before innovating.

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Cornell Energy Connection Encourages Collaboration and Resilience Amid Uncertainty

December 18, 2024

The 15th annual Cornell Energy Connection convened experts and students on energy transition approaches and careers.

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15th WIN Conference: Fostering Community

December 18, 2024

Ekta Kumar, MBA ’25 recounts her experience meeting women leaders in the investing profession and connecting with students from across the country at the 15th annual MBA Women in Investing Conference.

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Exploring the Family’s Role in Reducing the Racial Gap in Entrepreneurship

December 17, 2024

PhD Spotlight: Research by Johnson School PhD candidate Qian Wang examines the impact of demographics on entrepreneurship.