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

Green cemeteries wins hospitality business pitch contest
An entrepreneurial concept addressing unaffordable and unsustainable funeral practices won first prize at the 11th annual Cornell Hospitality Business Plan Competition.

Research: Regulation is vital for future of cryptocurrency industry
Regulation and regulatory policy play a critical role in the health and longevity of cryptocurrency markets.

Sustainability without borders
The hospitality landscape is changing, and for Explora travelers seeking adventure outside of their hotel rooms, less is more.

Business Impact Symposium Examines Industry Sustainability
The Business Impact Symposium will feature panels that discuss the disappearing line between business and social and environmental issues.

Research Recap: How Contactless Technology is Transforming the Hospitality Industry Forever
FreedomPay SVP shares findings from a recent white paper on how hospitality can leverage contactless and touchless technology to create frictionless and customized guest experiences.

Crypto Exchanges Usher in Era of Round-the-Clock Stock Trading
“It seems to me that this is a competition among new and old exchanges,” Professor Will Cong tells Bloomberg Wealth.

WeChat and Tiktok bans and their implications for future U.S.-China relations
EMI Fellow David Wu dissects Trump’s bans on WeChat and TikTok, the Biden administration’s response, and the impact on US-China relations.

Energy justice: Exploring an equitable energy transition
The 11th annual Cornell Energy Connection showcased professionals sharing perspectives on key industry issues and featured a panel on energy justice.

Cornell’s School of Hotel Administration offers networking program to executives of tomorrow
PIHE has created an experiential networking program that grows student knowledge, interpersonal skills, and experience to help them succeed in business and life.