Alumni Conversations
How can the MBOE have an impact? Learn from those who have gone before you.
In our podcast series, Alumni Conversations, we sit down with our alumni to hear their unique perspectives and stories. Below you will find our conversations with our MBOE alumni. If you'd like to listen to other program conversations, please visit our complete Alumni Conversations playlist
Alumni Conversation Podcasts
In this episode of Alumni Conversations, we are joined by Jurriaan de Jong, academic director of the Master of Business Operational Excellence program, along with five distinguished alumni from various industries. Recorded during a live webinar event, this conversation dives into the unique experiences of these professionals, exploring how the program has impacted their personal and professional lives since graduation.
Alumni Panelists:
- Erica Reed, Lead Specialty Practice Pharmacist, Infectious Diseases at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
- Jereme Monson, Sr. Operations Manager, Controls Services at TechnipFMC
- Tony Kutlu, Director of the Program Management Office at Kimball Midwest
- Rahul Ponappa, Assistant Director of Dining Services at The Ohio State University
- Elizabeth Howe, Director, Performance Excellence at Duke Health
This episode offers a compelling look at the power of continuous learning and the transformative impact of operational excellence.
Laurie Spadaro, director of admission and operations for executive graduate programs, sat down with Aaron Friedman, a graduate from the Master of Business Operational Excellence Class of 2020. Since graduating, Aaron was hired at Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams as Production Manager, where he oversees the supply and production of the ice cream bases. Aaron explains how he uses operational excellence principles in his day-to-day work, and even touches on the now famous Strawberry Pretzel Salad flavor release.
Laurie Spadaro, director of the Master of Business Operational Excellence program sits down with Rahul Ponappa, MBOE class of 2020. Rahul serves as assistant director of dining services at The Ohio State University.
Laurie Spadaro, director of the Master of Business Operational Excellence program sits down with Lois Bernhardt, MBOE class of 2019. Lois is a physical therapist and associate director of sports medicine and ambulatory rehabilitation at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. Listen to hear how the MBOE program has had an impact on her professional career in healthcare.
Aravind Chandrasekaran, associate dean and academic director for the Executive MBA and Master of Business Operational Excellence programs sits down with Dr. Susan Moffatt-Bruce. Susan currently serves as chief executive officer at Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and is a practicing thoracic surgeon. Prior to her role in Canada, she served The Ohio State University Wexner Medical center in may roles including executive director and chief quality and patient safety officer. While at Ohio State, she opted to further her education and received her Master of Business Operational Excellence as well as her Executive MBA.
This conversation was recorded during a live event and includes a few questions from participating audience members.
Laurie Spadaro, director of the Master of Business Operational Excellence program sits down with Greg Linscott, MBOE class of 2019. Greg is general manager at Domtar Johnsonburg Mill. Listen to hear how the MBOE program has had an impact on his professional career in manufacturing.
Laurie Spadaro, Director of the Master of Business Operational excellence program sat down with MBOE alum, Linda Richmond. Linda is responsible for directing and developing Continuous Improvement and Operational excellence within the Western Area of The United States Postal Service. Learn why Linda opted for a degree in Operational Excellence and how her experience has helped her as an engineer with over 34 years of experience.
This conversation was recorded during a live event and includes a few questions from participating audience members.
Laurie Spadaro, director of the Master of Business Operational Excellence program sat down with Terry Kayobotsi, technology analyst with Nationwide Insurance. Hear why Terry chose to pursue not only his MBOE but also an EMBA, and how his Fisher experience has had an impact in his professional career.
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Today, Laurie Spadaro, director of the Master of Business Operational Excellence program sits down with five alumni of the MBOE program who all work at JP Morgan Chase. Listen to how the program has had an impact in their various roles within the same company.
This conversation was recorded during a live event and includes a few questions from participating audience members.
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