Alumni & Friends News

Omer Sarig, Adrian Hamilton and Michael Ross enjoy networking over lunch.
January 12, 2023
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Buckeyes guiding Buckeyes

Learn about the people, mentoring and connections that Fisher alumni and students are leaning on and learning from on campus and in the professional world.
DeWine taps policy director to head the Ohio EPA
December 29, 2022
WOSU

DeWine taps policy director to head the Ohio EPA

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine didn't look far to find the his new head of the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency. Anne Vogel (BSBA '10) is set to take the helm of the organization after serving as DeWine's policy director.
HNTRESS empowers women through clothing
December 14, 2022
Cleveland Magazine

HNTRESS empowers women through clothing

Through her own life experiences, skills learned at Fisher and need for strength, Lauren Tamir (BSBA '14) built her brand.
Sander Flaum
December 13, 2022
Legacy

Remembering Sander Flaum (BA '58)

While not a Business Buckeye by education — he graduated in 1958 with a bachelor’s degree in psychology — Sander Flaum found great success as a pharmaceutical marketing expert, entrepreneur, consultant to Fortune 500 companies, and motivational speaker and author. He shared those experiences and perspectives at Fisher as valued member of the college's Dean's Advisory Council, as a commencement speaker and as a philanthropic supporter.
A rendering of the Daley Family Pavilion and Terrace
December 9, 2022
The Ohio State University

Fisher breaks ground on the Daley Family Pavilion and Daley Family Terrace

Fisher has broken ground on the newest addition to its campus. See what the new space entails, how it will take events at Fisher to the next level and learn more about the family that’s helping make it happen.
Michael Doss inducted into College Football Hall of Fame
December 7, 2022
The Ohio State University

Michael Doss inducted into College Football Hall of Fame

Michael Doss (MBOE '19) was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame as a member of the 2022 class, becoming the 27th Ohio State player to earn College Football Hall of Fame recognition.
Dublin veteran is youngest of this year's Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame inductees
November 15, 2022
The Columbus Dispatch

Dublin veteran is youngest of this year's Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame inductees

Adam Carr (BA ’06, MBA ’19) is among a class of 20 veterans to be inducted into the Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame Class of 2022.
In her own words: ‘Type A’ Alison Staloch embraces uncertainty
November 11, 2022
Bizwomen

In her own words: ‘Type A’ Alison Staloch embraces uncertainty

For those who count on certainty, the pandemic was particularly unsettling. However, somewhat to her own surprise, accountant Alison Staloch (MAcc '05) found new challenges and opportunity.
Andy Goehring with huge crowd behind him at Ohio Stadium
November 10, 2022
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Making the right choices: Andy Goehring (MBA ’17)

Leadership. Teamwork. Character. These principles have been guiding doctrines for Andy Goehring (MBA '17), a veteran, successful business manager and an entrepreneur. Find out more about how he uses these skills to influence his decisions every day.
2022 Fisher Alumni Award winners group photo on stage with red curtain in background
November 2, 2022
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Honoring excellence: 2022 Alumni Awards

Meet the 2022 Fisher Alumni Award recipients and check out the sights from the annual celebration of alumni excellence.
2022 Alumni of Color Network Weekend award winners
October 10, 2022
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Alumni of color gather for second annual networking weekend

Check out the sights of Fisher’s second annual Alumni of Color Network Weekend, a two-day gathering that celebrated the community of Black, Hispanic, Latinx and Asian Pacific Islander Desi American alumni from Fisher.
Mae Smitherman-Smith named one of top women of finance
September 24, 2022
The Cincinnati Herald

Mae Smitherman-Smith named one of top women of finance

Mae Smitherman-Smith (BSBA ’90, MBA ’95) has been recognized by the Women of Color STEM Awards as one of the Top Women in Finance.
Jasmine Mathis portrait on Fisher campus
September 20, 2022
Max M. Fisher College of Business

First impressions and lasting impact

Meet Jasmine Mathis, a fourth-year business student whose dreams of an education at Fisher and a life dedicated to making a difference beyond campus were made possible by the generosity of others.
Columbus Regional Airport announces chief business development officer
September 19, 2022
Spectrum News 1

Columbus Regional Airport announces chief business development officer

Charles Goodwin (MBOE '12) has been named the organization's chief business development officer, a role in which he will oversee air service development, concessions, real estate, parking and ground transportation.
The man behind CAPA’s curtain shares a day in his life
September 15, 2022
The Ohio State University Alumni Magazine

The man behind CAPA’s curtain shares a day in his life

As CEO of Columbus’ premier performing arts group, Chad Whittington (BSBA ’99) balances a plethora of priorities to ensure the shows can go on.
JOANN announces retail finance veteran Scott Sekella as CFO
September 1, 2022
JOANN

JOANN announces retail finance veteran Scott Sekella as CFO

Scott Sekella (BSBA '99) has been named senior vice president, chief financial officer at JOANN, following an eight-year term at Under Armour.
Julie Sloat
August 10, 2022
American Electric Power

AEP announces executive succession

American Electric Power's Board of Directors has appointed Julie A. Sloat (BSBA '93, MBA '99) president effective immediately and CEO effective January 1.
Jeff Greenley on stage with flag to his left speaking at a meeting
August 9, 2022
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Becoming a leader in education: Jeff Greenley (MBA ’16)

Meet Jeff Greenley (MBA ’16), a former assistant attorney general and National Guard judge advocate in Ohio. Jeff shares his experience as a member of the first BRIGHT New Leaders for Ohio Schools cohort and his transformation from a leader in law to becoming superintendent of Belpre (Ohio) City Schools.
Maylene Renninger headshot
June 15, 2022
Max M. Fisher College of Business

An unexpected path to success: Maylene Renninger

What started as a minor to add to Maylene Renninger’s business repertoire turned into an unexpected career path and a community of supporters.
Patent lawsuits can reveal even more to competitors
June 3, 2022
Academy of Management

Patent lawsuits can reveal even more to competitors

New research from Mona Makhija, professor of management and human resources, and Kiran S. Awate (PhD '18), assistant professor at Virginia Tech, details the "double-edged sword" that patent lawsuits can present: defending a patent can often reveal valuable proprietary information. 
Alan Patricof (BSBA '55) PHOTO: CHRIS SORENSEN FOR THE WALL STREET JOURNAL
May 6, 2022
The Wall Street Journal

Investor Alan Patricof is just getting started

Meet alumnus Alan Patricof (BSBA ’55), a venture capital pioneer whose energy and excitement continues to drive his pursuit to help other older individuals find their “meaningful longevity.”
Josh Badzik seated outside Fisher Hall
April 21, 2022
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Josh Badzik: A passion for public service made possible by philanthropy

What’s at the intersection public and private policy? For Josh Badzik, it’s opportunity. Learn how the 2022 Fisher graduate found his calling — and how the generosity of others was so instrumental in his development as a leader.
Portrait of Chris Igodan in blue suit
April 18, 2022
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Globetrotter to Pace Setter: Chris Igodan (BSBA ’06)

Chris Igodan’s journey to finance, accounting and Ohio State was a global one. Check out the story behind this year’s Pace Setters Executive Award winner.
Activision Blizzard hires chief diversity, equity and inclusion officer
April 11, 2022
The Hollywood Reporter

Activision Blizzard hires chief diversity, equity and inclusion officer

Kristen Hines (MBA '04), who most recently headed up DEI efforts at Accenture, will be tasked with spearheading policies that promote inclusivity and boosting representation in game design in the new role.
A graphic with the words Pace Setters and a buckeye leave on a red background trimmed in gray and blue.
April 8, 2022
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Recognizing the 2022 Pace Setters Award recipients

Meet the newest class of Pace Setters Award recipients and see how Fisher students, faculty and alumni differentiated themselves as leaders and difference-makers in and out of the classroom.