Centers & Institutes
Exciting things are happening within our centers, institutes, and special program initiatives. Here’s a collection of recent stories and updates.

Suzanne’s Swim School Evolution
Big Red Microenterprise students Prerana Reddy MBA ’26 and Colby Snyder MBA ’26 reflect on their experiences transforming Swim With Suzanne’s marketing strategies.

The speed trap: why leaders’ quick pivots can seem inauthentic
The research team conducted three studies in a leader-centric workplace with over 3,000 participants.

Conference prompts reflection on ‘Growth Markets’
In a time of economic, political, and environmental change, how can people proactively contribute to economic prosperity in their communities?

Quiet Starts in Bangalore, Busy Clocks in London
An award from the Cañizares Fund provided support for an internship at Infosys in India’s Silicon Valley, India.

Former Colombian president launches Climate Impact Speaker Series
In conversation with Miguel Gomez, Ivan Duque shared his perspective on implementing pro-environmental policies amid challenging circumstances.

Stablecoins: 10 Things You Need to Know
MBA graduate and EMI researcher explains stablecoins—how their prices are set, how they differ, and the companies building around them.

Powering the Future: Leadership in Renewable Energy Transition
20 for 20 honoree Pinaki Bhattacharyya MBA ’03, CEO of AMPIN Energy Transition, shares his commitment to sustainability.

The Future of Southeast Asian Family Care
Vanessa Purnawan MBA ’26 spends her summer internship developing a tech-enabled childcare solution for families in Southeast Asia.

Driving Energy Transition: A 20 for 20 Changemaker
The Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise celebrates 20 for 20 honoree Britta von Oesen MBA ’09, partner and managing director at CRC-IB.