Better Business Chronicles

Professor Christy was honored with the George Washington Carver Public Service Hall of Fame Award by the Professional Agricultural Workers Conference.

A scholarship funded by Johnson graduate Byron E. Grote, MS ’77, PhD ’81, supports the academic activity of seven Johnson PhD students.

Mardiya Shardow, who concentrated in marketing at Dyson, broadened her education at Cornell by minoring in inequality studies and creative writing.

Thanks to a foundation gift from Henry Renard ’54, MBA ’55, the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business now offers career coaching to all college graduates.

10 Under 10 honoree Nikita Gossain invests in small businesses, directs an innovative security company, and is committed to improving global health.

10 Under 10 honoree and venture capitalist Patrick George is a Marine Corps officer and entrepreneur whose new mission is mentoring startups.

Linda Latsko Lockhart and Karen Derr Gilbert, both MBA ’85, share their career trajectories and offer aspiring woman leaders career tips.

10 Under 10 honoree and director of investment banking Mariam Kalandarishvili helps others pursue passions and capitalize on strengths.

10 Under 10 honoree and senior LinkedIn manager Illianna Acosta aims to give a voice to those who have been historically marginalized.