Alumni & Friends News

A designed graphic featuring a smiling Robert Sanders standing at a podium.
January 27, 2025
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Robert Sanders named a 2025 AACSB Influential Leader

Alumnus Robert Sanders (BSBA '00) was honored by the Association to Advance College Schools of Business (AACSB) for his entrepreneurial commitment to creating positive impact through real estate development in his hometown of Cincinnati. Sanders was one of 24 individuals selected internationally as an AACSB Influential Leader for 2025.
Lucas Tai standing outside the entrance to the White House
January 17, 2025
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Lucas Tai named Ohio State’s first Schwarzman Scholar

Lucas Tai’s (BSBA ’23) academic and professional careers have been an intersection of his many interests: government service, the automotive industry, sustainability, emerging technologies, economics and public policy. Recently selected as Ohio State’s first-ever Schwarzman Scholar, Tai is excited for the global fellowship ― and its potential to help him revitalize the Midwest.
Jess Pfister stands next the block O and Wexner Medical Center sign on roof of building.
January 13, 2025
Max M. Fisher College of Business

From advocacy to advancement: Jess Pfister

A clinician at heart, Jess Pfister (MBA ’19) loves creating exceptional experiences for patients at the Wexner Medical Center Outpatient Care New Albany. As an advocate for family, patients and staff, she finds ways to speak for those who don’t have a voice. Find out how this servant leader has leaned into the uncomfortable to not only stay patient-centered, but to advance her career.
Portrait of Tanny Crane against a blue background.
January 8, 2025
Columbus CEO

CEO Tanny Crane leverages her corporate success to benefit the Columbus community

As the third-generation chief executive of Crane Group, Tanny Crane (BSBA '78) leads by example in the boardroom and through her extensive civic involvement.
The Daley family poses in front of the Daley Family Pavilion during an dedication ceremony.
December 9, 2024
Fisher College of Business

Fisher’s new event space: A Buckeye family legacy

Meet the family behind the newest addition to Fisher’s campus ― the Daley Family Pavilion and Terrace. The new, award-winning space is a premier destination for events and gatherings at Ohio State and celebrates the Daley family’s longstanding connection to business education at Fisher.
Chris shares new Geo updates during a recent press event at Google's Street View garage in Palo Alto, California
November 15, 2024
Max M. Fisher College of Business

More than maps: Chris Phillips’ leadership is shaping how we explore the world

Leading teams, building and making connections and creating inclusive environments have propelled Chris Phillips (BSBA ’97) to top positions in technology. Discover how this vice president and general manager of Geo at Google is using the latest technology to deliver products that matter for the world.
2024 Fisher Alumni Award recipients at the Blackwell
November 14, 2024
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Alumni Awards honor unparalleled collection of dedicated leaders

Meet this year’s Alumni Award honorees: Elicia Azali (BSBA ’05), Archie Griffin (BSBA ’76), Mark Johnson (MBA ’80), Jerome Revish (BSBA ’98), Michael Ritenour (BSBA ’05), Bruce Wimbish (MBA ’02, MEd ’08), and corporate partner Nationwide. All were recognized for their leadership, service to the college and community, achievements in business and entrepreneurial spirit.
Three generations of Ohio State alumni are cornerstone of new Daley Pavilion
November 6, 2024
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Three generations of Ohio State alumni are cornerstone of new Daley Pavilion

During Ohio State’s homecoming weekend on Oct. 26, the Daley family joined Fisher administrators, faculty and staff and members of the Buckeye community for the dedication and ribbon cutting of the newest addition to Fisher's campus, the Daley Family Pavilion and Terrace.
A smiling Tovah Kaiser walks down a sidewalk in Philadelphia holding a cup of coffee.
October 16, 2024
The Ohio State University Alumni Magazine

Tovah Kaiser has designs on life

See how an entrepreneurship course at Fisher helped shape Tovah Kaiser's unique and winding path from a potential career in architecture to founding her own design firm.
Ratan Tata speaks into a microphone.
October 9, 2024
BBC

Ratan Tata (HON '01): The 'modest' Indian tycoon

Ratan Tata, who led the Tata Group for more than two decades, passed away at age 86. Tata earned an honorary doctorate of business administration from Ohio State in 2001. The Tata Group, an Indian conglomerate of more than 100 companies, employing some 660,000 people, remains one of Fisher's leading supporters of executive education and experiential learning offerings.
Blake Haxton smiles during a TV interview.
September 23, 2024
NBC4

Paralympian Blake Haxton reflects on Paris bronze, looks ahead to LA28

Para canoe athlete Blake Haxton (BSBA '13) brought home a bronze medal from the French capital after entering the Paris 2024 Games with high expectations. He's turned his sights to his next opportunity: Los Angeles in 2028.
Alumni of Color Award winners pose with their awards at the event.
September 17, 2024
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Alumni of Color Network Weekend celebrates extraordinary graduates

Fisher’s fourth annual Alumni of Color Network Weekend celebrated eight alumni for their work as trailblazers and change agents dedicated to making a positive impact in business and academia. Meet the distinguished graduates who were honored for being leaders in their profession, in business and throughout their communities.
2024 MBA To Watch: Jaimie Lea Santmyer
August 24, 2024
Poets&Quants

2024 MBA To Watch: Jaimie Lea Santmyer (MBA '24)

Get to know MBA alumna Jaimie Lea Santmyer, a “hard-working, naturally optimistic, risk taker, who values community and integrity.” Jaimie talks about her unique path to Fisher's MBA, what she's enjoyed about the program and why being part of Ohio State's professional network is such a unique career differentiator.
Taylor Williams smiles in a white shirt and black blazer.
August 24, 2024
Poets&Quants

2024 MBA To Watch: Taylor Williams (MBA '24)

Technology, music and teaching are passion points for MBA alumna Taylor Williams. Learn more about her path from the music classroom to Fisher and now, to JPMorgan Chase.
Worthington Steel EMBA graduates and current students gather for an event at Fisher.
August 21, 2024
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Investing in leadership: Fisher’s EMBA and Worthington Steel

Fisher’s Executive MBA (EMBA) takes a vested interest in the development of future business leaders. See how the program’s hands-on approach to analytical strategies, change management principles and global perspectives is changing the way companies like Worthington Steel do business.
Alison Staloch smiles in a headshot.
August 20, 2024
Forbes

Alison Staloch: Expanding access to private markets at Fundrise

From earning a Master of Accounting degree at Fisher, to positions at a Big Four firm, the Securities and Exchange Commission and now as CFO of America’s largest direct-to-consumer private markets manager, Alison Staloch (MAcc '05) knows about hard work. The alumna shares what shaped her rise to the C-suite.
Blake Haxton in his Team USA jersey holding an oar.
August 19, 2024
NBC4

Central Ohio’s Blake Haxton heads to Paris Paralympics with golden aspirations

After earning a silver medal four years ago, Blake Haxton (BSBA '13) is getting ready to compete for Team USA's paracanoe team in Paris.
Michael Gold and Future Fans co-founder Mike Schroder at a Crew soccer game with their daughters
August 8, 2024
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Michael Gold: Educating and empowering future sports fans

Educating the next generation of sports fans is the driving force behind alumnus Michael Gold’s (MBA ’12) latest venture. Learn more about his entrepreneurial playbook – a flexible mindset, teamwork and discipline – and how lessons learned at Fisher are helping young children understand the complexities of sports such as football and soccer.
Ensuring a safe laboratory today for better outcomes tomorrow
July 30, 2024
The Ohio State University

Ensuring a safe laboratory today for better outcomes tomorrow

What does operational excellence look like? For alumna Jenna Dickerson (MBOE '20), it's ensuring that, as the Laboratory Safety Program Manager for Ohio State's Environmental Health and Safety, the 2,900 labs across the university's campus are safe places for research, learning and teaching.
Pacific to Atlantic: Columbus' Tanny Crane rides to raise money for cancer research
July 30, 2024
The Columbus Dispatch

Pacific to Atlantic: Columbus' Tanny Crane rides to raise money for cancer research

See why a coast-to-coast bicycle ride with a group of friends meant so much to Fisher alumna Tanny Crane (BSBA '78).
Interim Dean Trevor Brown folds his arms in a tan suit and scarlet and smiles.
July 15, 2024
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Take five with Interim Dean Trevor Brown

Get to know Trevor Brown, Fisher’s new interim dean. Brown, who also serves as dean of The Ohio State University John Glenn College of Public Affairs, is excited to continue the college’s positive momentum in how its educating and engaging with our students, alumni, partners and friends ― all while setting up Fisher’s permanent leader for immediate and sustained success.
Rising Stars: Meet Jenna Weiner of C.H. Robinson
July 11, 2024
Supply Chain 24/7

Rising Stars: Meet Jenna Weiner of C.H. Robinson

Alumna Jenna Weiner (BSBA '17) reflects on her time as a Fisher student, what drew her to the logistics industry and how a pivotal internship helped propel her into a successful career at C.H. Robinson.
Anthony Monaco with the Moshi Primary School special education teachers at the grand opening of the Special Needs Education Center
June 26, 2024
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Beyond borders: Anthony Monaco’s dedication to bringing education to the autistic

For Anthony Monaco (BSBA ’88), traveling the world eventually led to a deeper mission: ensuring that children receive quality education. Through his nonprofit Autism Beyond Borders, Monaco is helping children, their teachers and families get the sensory-related support, enrichment and coaching necessary for students to succeed.
Columbus' new titans: The 10 people making a difference in central Ohio
June 16, 2024
The Columbus Dispatch

Columbus' new titans: The 10 people making a difference in central Ohio

Alumna and Dean's Advisory Council member Tanny Crane was named one of the city's top 10 leaders, a list defined by the individuals' economic power or power from a bully pulpit, connections across the community, their track record of involvement and activism, the respect they've gained from other leaders, and who are deeply engaged in shaping Columbus.
Ally Pesta wearing a tan jumpsuit in front of a salmon-colored background.
June 12, 2024
The Ohio State Alumni Magazine

Three Ohio State alumni helping people feel and do better

Buckeyes do good all around the world, and Fisher alumna Ally Pesta (BSBA '18), Keshawn Harper and Rick Milenthal are helping others by focusing their efforts on topics such as body image, kids, and anti-suicide efforts.