Burdened with the challenges many athletes face upon retirement, Mike Doss (MBOE '19) has successfully transitioned to the real estate space under Bob Weiler.

Making the most of his time outside the classroom, David McGrath aligns his passions and interests to create a multi-faceted business education.

Richardson, 48, who is executive vice president and chief transformation officer of Covia, an Independence-based materials supplier to the energy industry, will serve a two-year term. He has been a member of the Chicago-based nonprofit's board since 2013.

As part of the “There’s a Better Way” podcast, Kelly Meyers, executive MBA coordinator, talks with 2020 EMBA graduate Julia Yontz, about how she managed her professional career and her family life while going back to school. Yontz shares why she chose to pursue her Executive MBA while balancing work and growing her family simultaneously.

From engineering to grad school to founding a bakery, Brad Kaplan’s (MBA ’19) professional journey has been anything but typical. Read about how a hobby, discovered as an MBA student, has become a full-time career, and the valuable leadership lessons that COVID-19 has taught him. 

There is no one-size-fits-all career path for those with business degrees. Meet Satya Chauhan (MBA ’78), an alumnus who has put his graduate business degree to work leading research and development projects at Battelle for more than four decades.

Margie Harris, senior vice president chief human resources officer at Tellurian Inc., was honored by the National Diversity Council with the Power 50 Award at the 16th Annual Diversity & Leadership Conference. The award honors women in the C-Suite from top companies who endeavor to improve not just their departments and companies, but their communities as well.

Eric Lenard, vice president of finance for digital surgery at Johnson & Johnson, was honored by the National Diversity Council as a Top Financial Leader at the 16th Annual Diversity & Leadership Conference. The award honors individuals who contribute to the growth and profitability of their company and community, and are active in mentoring the next generation of professionals in the financial industry.

See how the combination of different on-campus experiences, global opportunities and Ohio State’s alumni network helped shape Brian Folmer’s (BSBA ’11) development as a Fisher student and fostered his curiosity and passion for entrepreneurship. 

Zac Graber (BSBA ’18) discovered his passion for entrepreneurship at Ohio State, a journey that ultimately culminated in his selection as a recipient of the President’s Prize, the university's highest recognition bestowed on exceptional students committed to social change.

Linear Labs co-founders Brad and Fred Hunstable have been named by Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2020 Southwest Award winners. The Entrepreneur of the Year Awards program is one of the preeminent competitive awards for entrepreneurs and leaders of high-growth companies.

Meet Jay Clouse, a serial entrepreneur and self-described connector who feeds on the energy created by small groups of people who are passionate about what they do.

Football fans view him as a gladiator, but Sam Hubbard continues to define himself in ways beyond his sport.

Linear Labs received another major accolade with the announcement of the company's co-founder and CEO, Brad Hunstable (MBA '05), being named 2020 Top Private Company CEO of the Year by Fort Worth Business Press. 

Dwight Smith (BSBA '78, MBA '79) runs Sophisticated Systems like a parent runs a household. In the midst of a pandemic, he puts his employees’ health, safety and peace of mind first. Learn more about Smith's passions and how they extend well beyond business.

Jay Klauminzer (BSBA ’01), CEO of e-commerce platform Raise, epitomizes the growth mindset in action. He believes that new experiences are crucial to widening a perspective and that every challenge presents an opportunity to lead better. That framework has propelled him through his dynamic career in consulting and e-commerce.

The synergy between Nicole Balkenbusch (BSBA ’07) and Selin Yenibahar (BSBA ’20) highlights the value of investing in relationships. Despite the fact that information is more accessible than ever before, the journey to self-discovery still relies on mentors and mentees guiding one another toward the right experiences.

In 2010, Brandon Smith and Howard Patton took advantage of a global program offered at Fisher to experience how life and business were conducted internationally.

Jada Washington (BSBA ’20) leaned on some familiar faces at Fisher to help land her first job in a crowded workforce.

Before she ever stepped foot on Fisher’s campus, Nicole (Williams) Klipstine (BS ’15, MAcc ’16) had already been a Buckeye for fourteen years. From early childhood participation in one of Ohio State’s extension programs, to her graduate degree, Ohio State has been a cornerstone of her personal and professional growth. Now Nicole shares how Fisher prepared her to start a successful career at Deloitte.

Neethi Johnson (BS ’10, MBA ’19) is creating a world of opportunity and possibility for underrepresented and marginalized members of society. The 2020 Ohio State Alumni Association honoree is the recipient of the William Oxley Thompson Award for her achievements with innovative programs aimed at addressing homelessness, and providing basic needs like clothes and school supplies for public school students.

No matter where he finds himself, in a classroom or in his new role as the director of client engagement at LogicSource, Inc. in Cleveland, Tada Yamamoto (BSBA ’09, MBA ’17) is committed to staying connected and serving his community.

Fisher alumna Elisa Rafol (BSBA '07) and Fisher student Lila Kasten, are working together to offer a unique boutique shopping experience in the recently reopened Style Encore. 

10TV talked with Fisher alumna Emily Fedner who took her passion for cooking, turned it into a career, and is now taking it a step further.