Centers & Institutes

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

The Out Space team holds the winning $25,000 check.
Nolan School

App connecting driveways with beachgoers wins hospitality business contest

Barge-deck restaurants and robotics startup for cooking kitchens among pitches presented during the 12th Cornell Hospitality Business Plan Competition.

Razzaque and family
Johnson School

Parker Center Alumni Spotlight – Fahim Razzaque MBA ’08

Razzaque serves as Managing Director of Research at Fidelity Investments, where he has worked since obtaining his MBA from Johnson in 2008.

Professor Quan, 4 judges, and 3 teams wait for the decision to be announced.
Nolan School

13th Annual Cornell International Real Estate Case Competition Challenges Global Teams

13 teams from universities across the globe competed in the 13th Annual Cornell Real Estate Case (CIREC) Competition hosted by CREF

the view
Nolan School

The View for 2022: Insights and Expectations for the U.S. Hotel Industry

In a keynote sponsored by the CREF, industry experts joined Professor Steve Carvell to discuss the hotel industry’s market outlooks for the upcoming year.

A picture of Benjamin Goulet standing next to the EY logo
Johnson School

Sustainability in Management Consulting Internship with EY-Parthenon

Benjamin Goulet, MBA ’22, describes his experience as a consulting intern for EY-Parthenon, including access to leaders of sustainability initiatives.

puzzle pieces depicting the Ukrainian and Russian flags sitting on a map of Europe
Johnson School

War in Ukraine and Its Impact on the Chinese Economy

Alicia García Herrero discusses the impact of the Russia-Ukraine War on the Chinese economy, from rising energy prices to complying with sanctions.

Green economy growth concept with businessman standing in front of a rising bar chart made of green foliage
Dyson School

Business Impact Symposium Explores the Need for Climate Finance

Investments need to focus not only on climate change mitigation measures but also on adaptation issues communities worldwide are facing.

aerial view of marina bay sands in singapore
Nolan School

Sustainability Remains a Top Priority in the Hospitality Industry

Sustainability is now considered an essential pillar of corporate strategy, according to expert panelists at the 12th Annual Sustainability Roundtable, an event hosted by the Cornell Center for Hospitality Research (CHR).

person with suitcase watching a plane take off
Nolan School

Brand Affinity Up for Novice, Down for Frequent Travelers

The current drops in business travel and the rise in leisure travel are making it difficult for brands to assess consumer sentiment.