Pillsbury Institute for Hospitality Entrepreneurship
The latest news from the entrepreneurial hub of the Nolan School.
Robert Gregor Named Executive Director of the Pillsbury Institute
The Pillsbury Institute engages industry experts and faculty to provide students with experiential learning opportunities.
Cornell Hospitality Icon and Innovator Awards Commend Industry Leaders
Mia Kyricos, MMH ’03, and Danny Meyer were recognized for their achievements and influence in the hospitality industry.
From Food Network to His Kitchen, Student Crafts Better Butter
Jonah Gershon ’24 won $20,000 in the Northeastern Dairy Product Innovation Competition and is working on Spekld, his idea to package and sell brown butter.
Entrepreneurial MMH Students Find a Home at the Pillsbury Institute
The Pillsbury Institute welcomes students with involved faculty, staff, and space.
NGO Connecting Young Adults to Philanthropy Wins Business Plan Competition
“Citizens of the World,” a concept developed and pitched by Lucas Suero ’26, received this year’s $25,000 first place prize.
Mia Kyricos, MMH ’03, named 2023 Cornell Hospitality Innovator
The Nolan Hotel School is honored to recognize Mia Kyricos for her trailblazing work in defining new wellbeing standards in hospitality.
Renowned Restaurateur Danny Meyer named 2023 Cornell Hospitality Icon
The Nolan Hotel School is honored to recognize Danny Meyer for his legacy in bringing the true meaning of hospitality to life, says Dean Kate Walsh.
Where Are They Now? Kristen McClellan ’12 (ILR)
Kristen McClellan, Cornell alum and founder and CEO of SNAP Wellness and creator of SnappyScreen.
Where Are They Now? Chris Kirby ’14
Chris Kirby ’14, founder and CEO of Ithaca Hummus, says the Pillsbury Business Plan Competition gave him a terrific opportunity to hone his vision.