Centers & Institutes
Exciting things are happening within our centers, institutes, and special program initiatives. Here’s a collection of recent stories and updates.
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.
Hackathon provides industry exposure for students, fresh ideas for Hilton
The Pillsbury Institute’s industry ties include the Hospitality Hackathon, in which students leverage data to address Hilton’s business challenges.
From ideas to insight: Lessons from Cornell’s Sam Seltzer ’48 Mentors Forum
Luca Mosena MBA ’27 shares how mentor conversations are shaping his goals in business and family enterprise.