Alumni & Friends News

Live from Columbus, it’s Frank Munshower!
December 22, 2021
The Ohio State University

Live from Columbus, it’s Frank Munshower!

Joanne “Frank” Munshower has always been passionate about “Saturday Night Live.” This year, the Fisher graduate put that passion into practice as an intern on the popular sketch comedy show.
The power of place: Rachel Friedman (EMBA ’02)
December 15, 2021
Fisher College of Business

The power of place: Rachel Friedman (EMBA ’02)

How can a workplace be more than just an office? Through the creative vision of alumna Rachel Friedman (EMBA ’02), who believes that a company’s brand, culture and workforce are all integral to creating a workplace that’s modern, appealing and authentic.
Tiara Spivey portrait outside by a tree
December 3, 2021
Fisher College of Business

Driven to thrive: Ti’ara Spivey

Meet Ti’ara Spivey, whose hard work and commitment, coupled with the generosity of others, paved her path to Fisher and shaped her accounting experience.
Steve Merriett with husband Antonio and daughters Clara and Elise.
December 2, 2021
Fisher College of Business

Accounting adventures: Steve Merriett (BSBA '91)

Growing up in Columbus, Steve Merriett had global ambition — he wanted to explore the world, meet new people and learn about new cultures. Steve parla
Christian Bonner stands at a lectern while hosting the AOCNW luncheon
November 19, 2021
Fisher College of Business

Alumni of Color Network Weekend connects Fisher community

See how an inaugural diversity-focused event, centered around what Fisher does best, was successful in building community and providing opportunities for networking, leadership development, mentorship and advocacy.
Jack Park dressed in Ohio State gear on the sideline of the Rose Bowl
November 16, 2021
Fisher College of Business

By the numbers: Jack Park (BSBA '62)

Jack Park can not only solve complex accounting problems, but he can also tell you how many yards Ohio State racked up during its 1968 national champi
Adam Carr wearing camoflauge standing in front of American flag.
November 10, 2021
Fisher College of Business

De oppresso liber: Adam Carr (BA '06 MBA '19)

Former Green Beret Adam Carr (BA ’06, MBA ’19) took his elite military career to the executive suite so he could help build a safe space for veterans and first responders to transform their lives, and now he hopes to do the same for businesses, schools and private industry.
A headshot of a smiling Ruthie Apple layered over a gray background.
November 9, 2021
Fisher College of Business

The P&G pipeline

Meet Ruthie Apple (BSBA ’07), the alumna and recruiter behind a new program that is helping students sharpen their interview skills in real and meaningful ways.
Stock image of a virtual meeting
November 4, 2021
Fisher College of Business

Shifting ground: A look at the future of internships

In-person one year, virtual the next: alumni share what worked at their internships, what didn’t, and how companies can shape the future of internships to deliver value, safety and flexibility.
Fisher campus showing Pfahl, Fisher and Mason Halls
November 2, 2021
Fisher College of Business

Career connections: Alumni network giving back and guiding career seekers

Who better to connect with Fisher students and share career advice than the alumni who remember their pursuit of their first post-graduate job? Thanks to Fisher’s Office of Career Management, these valuable conversations are happening.
How former Ohio State safety Zach Domicone found success by not going to the NFL
October 27, 2021
The Columbus Dispatch

How former Ohio State safety Zach Domicone found success by not going to the NFL

If you've purchased Apple's AirPods3, you have former Buckeye and marketing student Zach Domicone (BSBA '12) partly to thank.
2021 Alumni Award winner portraits
October 21, 2021
Fisher College of Business

Fisher College of Business announces 2021 Alumni Award recipients

Meet the Fisher graduates whose principled leadership and positive impact in business and beyond have distinguished them as the 2021 Alumni Award recipients.
Students in front of Fisher Hall
October 12, 2021
Fisher College of Business

Pandemic perspective: Unprecedented career challenges, unrivaled action

Meet the students and young alumni navigating one of the tightest job markets in history — and the OCM services that helped them thrive.
Lori Castillo
October 8, 2021
Fisher College of Business

You reap what you sow: Lori Guzmán-Castillo (MBA '09)

First impressions matter. Lori Castillo wasn’t anywhere near Ohio when Fisher showcased its commitment to student diversity, equity and inclusion. That lasting impression heavily influenced the Texas native’s decision to become a Business Buckeye.
Cincinnati Bengals tap Columbus' Pursuit to make jackets for Ring of Honor inductees
September 30, 2021
Columbus Business First

Cincinnati Bengals tap Columbus' Pursuit to make jackets for Ring of Honor inductees

Pursuit is adding an NFL team to its list of sports partnerships. The Columbus-based suit retailer, which was created by Fisher alumnus Nate DeMars (MBA '11), was tapped to create custom jackets for the inaugural class of the Cincinnati Bengals' Ring of Honor.
Reuben Klamer, creator of the Game of Life, dies at 99
September 20, 2021
The New York Times

Reuben Klamer, creator of the Game of Life, dies at 99

Reuben Klamer (BSBA '44) developed an estimated 200 toys and other items, including a phaser rifle for “Star Trek.” But his best-known product was a game for “literally everyone on earth.”
There's a Better Way Podcast: Aisha Allen (BSBA '99, EMBA '14)
September 17, 2021
Fisher College of Business

There's a Better Way Podcast: Aisha Allen (BSBA '99, EMBA '14)

Aisha Allen (BSBA '99, EMBA '14), vice president of culture, engagement and inclusion and chief diversity officer at OhioHealth, discusses her experience leading change management efforts within the diversity, equity and inclusion space.
Sherehan Ross (BA '05, MBA '14) professional headshot
September 7, 2021
Fisher College of Business

Sherehan Ross: Lost and then found

Sherehan Ross (BA ’05, MBA ’14) was so lost on her first day on campus as an undergraduate student that she didn’t make it to any of her classes.“Not
Mark Duhon portrait
August 25, 2021
Fisher College of Business

Generating generational impact: Mark Duhon

Alumnus Mark Duhon (BSBA ’88) is putting his business degree to work leading a Chicago nonprofit organization that is successfully bridging the economic and educational gap for first-generation college students.
Rachel Hartley poses next to reception desk with Autodesk logo
August 5, 2021
Fisher College of Business

Going global and going places: Rachel Hartley (BSBA ’19)

As an undergraduate student, Rachel Hartley (BSBA ’19) made sure global experiences were integral to her education at Fisher. Now, lessons learned from those experiences are continuing to pay off for her in the global software industry.
Headshots of Hariz Faesol and Adam Othman
July 15, 2021
Fisher College of Business

Leadership lessons sticking with DLA alumni

Two graduates of the Dean's Leadership Academy share how the program has impacted their development as business professionals.
Alumni Spotlight: Bill Curry
July 15, 2021
The Ohio State University

Alumni Spotlight: Bill Curry

During his professional career that has now spanned more than 12 years, Bill Curry (BSBA '08) has had the opportunity to work with countless individuals and families navigating them through financial opportunities that have set them up for security well into the future.
OhioHealth names new chief diversity and inclusion officer
July 13, 2021
The Columbus Dispatch

OhioHealth names new chief diversity and inclusion officer

Meet Aisha Allen (BSBA '99, EMBA '14), OhioHealth’s new vice president of culture, engagement and inclusion/chief diversity and inclusion officer, and learn about the more than 20 years of experience she brings to the new role.
Group of smiling Project THRIVE students show off their Buckeye branded attire
July 7, 2021
Fisher College of Business

Fisher teaming with Deloitte Foundation to support diverse students

A scholarship fund created by alumni affiliated with Deloitte, as well as the Deloitte Foundation is helping to advance diverse undergraduate and graduate accounting students and programming at Fisher.
Tribevest group investing platform brings on Harlem Globetrotter
June 18, 2021
The Columbus Dispatch

Tribevest group investing platform brings on Harlem Globetrotter

An idea hatched among friends sparked Travis Smith (BSBA '99) to consider a new way to build wealth while helping anyone build a portfolio. The idea? Tribevest, a Columbus-based group-investment platform that launched in 2018 to help groups of investors create their own limited liability company (LLC), open a bank account, interact, vote and invest all within 48 hours.  

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