Cornell Business News archive
Cornell Business News showcases the college’s transformative educational outcomes, meaningful research and courage to tackle societal challenges. This archive is a collection the articles that feature research, insights and leadership across the college from the past several years.
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From Technology Director to Chief Data Officer: A Q&A with Chaitanya Baddam, MBA ’23
Career Corner: Technology executive Chaitanya Baddam pivoted from insurance platform technology director to chief data officer at an insurtech startup.
Pioneering Sustainability
The 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
The Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise celebrates 20 for 20 honoree CJ Fonzi, MBA ’08, cofounder and COO of Africa Climate Ventures.
In Hidden Hospitality, Calvin Stovall Celebrates Stories of Black Hotel Entrepreneurs
Hotelie Calvin Stovall, MPS ’93, shines a light on Black hotel, motel, and resort owners in a book that “takes you on a journey through every era.”
Charles Watson ’99 honors father, supports undergraduate affordability
Former varsity punter and Tropical Smoothie CEO Charles Watson ’99 established an endowed scholarship in honor of his father.
The Financial Times Ranks Cornell University’s Johnson School 6th Place Among Top U.S. MBA Programs
Faculty research accounted for 10% of the Financial Times MBA ranking with Cornell Johnson placing #7.
Is This Alum’s Clothing Firm Thriving? Ewe Betcha!
Mac Bishop ’11 is founder and CEO of Wool & Prince, which makes apparel—from dress shirts to underwear—out of fine merino wool.
Park Fellows Alumni Spotlight: Amanda Archila, MBA ’18
Amanda Archila, MBA ’18, discusses crafting her career mosaic through leadership development.
Grand Challenges Impact Competition Winner Protects Rural Artisans in India
The Grand Challenges Impact Competition on November 14 showcased community-engaged learning projects that build business for a better world.
Entrepreneurship Education Builds on Strengths, Enters New Era
Gregory Ray, PhD ’14, will become the Don and Margi Berens Professor of Entrepreneurship, and later this year Steven Gal ’90 will retire.
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