Nolan School
Keep up to date with Hotelies, hospitality education, and industry at large with these stories and updates from the Nolan School.

Where Are They Now? Robert Frisch, MBA ’13
Nolan alum and glamping pioneer Robert Frisch, MBA ’13 is co-founder and CEO of Firelight Camps.

Analyzing Data to Meet Customers’ Expectations
Industry leaders discussed applying analytics to the hospitality industry in a roundtable discussion hosted by the Center for Hospitality Research.

From Students to Eye-Witnesses: Undergrads Reflect on NYC Employment Arbitration
Students recently had the unique opportunity to experience an arbitration first-hand in New York City.

Meet our New Faculty: Sean Flynn
Meet Sean Flynn, Assistant Professor of Applied Economics and Policy, at Nolan Hotel School.

Hot air balloon hotel concept wins international competition
Four MMH students won the Sustainability Hospitality Challenge for their business plan for “NIMBUS,” a carbon-neutral, hot air balloon hotel room.

Center for Hospitality Research Celebrates 30 Years
Take a look back at what the Center for Hospitality Research has achieved over the last year in the center’s Annual Report FY 2021-2022.

Contestants Cash In on a Case for Cannabis
Hospitality Pitch Deck Competition showcases marketable business ideas, polished presentations, expert feedback, and $5,000 in seed funding.

Students Envision New Programs for “Workcation” Guests at Hospitality Hackathon
Students from across Cornell proposed new programs aimed at delivering exceptional experiences for the hotel guest of the future.

14th Annual Cornell International Real Estate Case Competition
Recap of the 14th Annual Cornell International Real Estate Case Competition in New York City on November 11, 2022