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
Rank less, bond more: rethinking performance feedback
October 10, 2025The study explored how relative performance information affects social bonding and cooperation in the workplace.
The speed trap: why leaders’ quick pivots can seem inauthentic
September 29, 2025The research team conducted three studies in a leader-centric workplace with over 3,000 participants.
VCs backed Black founders after BLM – but it didn’t last
September 15, 2025In the aftermath of the George Floyd murder, the share of venture capitalist dollars that went to Black businesses jumped by 43%. But that trend was short-lived, according to new Cornell SC Johnson College of Business research.
‘Ultra-Fresh’ Fashion Reshapes the Industry, With a Cost to the Environment
August 21, 2025New research from Cornell SC Johnson College of Business explores how Asian companies are producing ultra-fresh fashion with rapid product launches, digital supply chains and customer engagement strategies – but also presents sustainability challenges.
Food Insecurity Program in Malawi at Risk
August 5, 2025Real-time data guided crisis response and empowered communities. Without funding, the program’s future is uncertain, a Dyson researcher says.
Money talks: how opening up can ease financial stress
July 22, 2025New research from the Cornell SC Johnson College finds that people who regularly discuss their finances experience less financial anxiety over time.
Business Leadership
Cornell’s undergraduate business programs earn top 10 national ranking
September 23, 2025Cornell SC Johnson College's undergraduate and graduate programs recently earned top 10 national ranking.
Cornell’s Johnson School Achieves Top 10 in Bloomberg 2025-26 Ranking
September 16, 2025Ranked No. 8, Johnson's MBA programs made strong gains in Bloomberg's three methodology indices and in the area of survey participation.
CNBC senior markets correspondent kicks off Nolan School lecture series
September 15, 2025Top industry leaders—many of them alumni—will visit campus to share their career stories, leadership insights, and expertise.
Startup aims to expand fashion inclusivity with downloadable garments
September 12, 2025Bren Bodin, MBA ’26, participated in the SC Johnson College of Business accelerator program and won $10,000 for their startup.
Alpha Square Group Powers Next-Gen AI Education at the Johnson School
September 3, 2025The gift will expand AI-focused teaching, research, and industry engagement in business.
Former Colombian president launches Climate Impact Speaker Series
September 3, 2025In conversation with Miguel Gomez, Ivan Duque shared his perspective on implementing pro-environmental policies amid challenging circumstances.
Powering the Future: Leadership in Renewable Energy Transition
August 22, 202520 for 20 honoree Pinaki Bhattacharyya MBA ’03, CEO of AMPIN Energy Transition, shares his commitment to sustainability.
Driving Energy Transition: A 20 for 20 Changemaker
August 11, 2025The Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise celebrates 20 for 20 honoree Britta von Oesen MBA ’09, partner and managing director at CRC-IB.
News & Announcements
Samuel Hirshman brings research expertise on decision-making
October 3, 2025Meet Samuel Hirshman, Dyson School professor specializing decision-making under uncertainty, and consumer behavior research.
Gregory Ray drives innovation and student entrepreneurship
October 1, 2025Meet Gregory Ray, entrepreneurship expert leading MBA programs, startup accelerators, and innovation initiatives in life sciences.
Meet Our New Faculty: Luisa Cefala
September 29, 2025Luisa Cefala, Dyson School professor, specializes in development, labor and behavioral economics, focusing on low-income country labor markets.
David Rand brings expertise on positive uses of generative AI
September 26, 2025David Rand brings expertise on generative AI, misinformation, political polarization and cooperation.
Centers & Institutes
The speed trap: why leaders’ quick pivots can seem inauthentic
September 29, 2025The research team conducted three studies in a leader-centric workplace with over 3,000 participants.
Former Colombian president launches Climate Impact Speaker Series
September 3, 2025In conversation with Miguel Gomez, Ivan Duque shared his perspective on implementing pro-environmental policies amid challenging circumstances.
Powering the Future: Leadership in Renewable Energy Transition
August 22, 202520 for 20 honoree Pinaki Bhattacharyya MBA ’03, CEO of AMPIN Energy Transition, shares his commitment to sustainability.
Driving Energy Transition: A 20 for 20 Changemaker
August 11, 2025The Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise celebrates 20 for 20 honoree Britta von Oesen MBA ’09, partner and managing director at CRC-IB.
Diverse Expertise Drives Vertical Integration at Family Business
August 5, 2025Innovation at Joe Jurgielewicz & Son—one of the largest duck farms in America—stems from an unusual combination of hospitality and veterinary skills.
Money talks: how opening up can ease financial stress
July 22, 2025New research from the Cornell SC Johnson College finds that people who regularly discuss their finances experience less financial anxiety over time.
Leading with Purpose: Esohe Denise Odaro’s Journey in Sustainable Finance
July 21, 2025The Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise celebrates 20 for 20 honoree Esohe Denise Odaro MBA ’09, head of sustainability at PAI Partners.
The secret to resolutions? Enjoy the pursuit, not the outcome
July 16, 2025New research from SC Johnson College finds the key to achieving goals is less about the outcome and more about enjoying the journey.