Centers & Institutes
Exciting things are happening within our centers, institutes, and special program initiatives. Here’s a collection of recent stories and updates.
Ithaca Hummus founder Chris Kirby named 2026 Cornell Hospitality Innovator
Chris Kirby ’15, founder of Ithaca Hummus, is named 2026 Cornell Hospitality Innovator and will be honored May 7 in NYC for leadership and impact.
Hospitality leader shares insights on emotion-led brand building
Hospitality leader shares insights on emotion-led brand building
Hospitality competition winner plans to expand restaurant into a chain
Master’s student Avery Sheppard won $25,000 to put toward her fish and chips eatery by winning the Nolan School’s hospitality business plan competition
From Mumbai to Dubai: How AI is bridging the gender gap in emerging markets
In India and the UAE, women are using AI to build businesses and reshaping what opportunity looks like for women who follow
Bullish on tokenized emerging markets
Tokenization can unlock new capital channels for emerging market equities
Students design wellness solutions for North Carolina community
During a weekend design challenge, students focused on building a more connected wellness ecosystem
Be Bold: Decades of scholarly and practical wisdom in emerging markets
Lourdes Casanova and Anne Miroux reflect on witnessing the rise of emerging markets and challenging established frameworks
Pressed for legacy: Cider mill keeps a tradition going strong
Big Red Microenterprise students reflect on helping a beloved upstate cider mill plan a sustainable future while staying true to its roots
Investment Portfolio Case Competition: A challenge beyond portfolio construction
Complex portfolio scenario challenges Cornell students to balance investment strategy, tax considerations, cash flow and estate planning