Working Professional MBA student Chantel Fucci shares why she turned to Fisher's graduate programs to help build on leadership skills she forged as a member of the military.

A partnership between Fisher and Big Brothers Big Sisters is pairing Ohio State students with students at Weinland Park Elementary School through Ohio State's Leading Through Service class ― an offering that is providing huge rewards for both groups.

Fisher College of Business is reimagining its undergraduate education to meet fast-changing industry demands by blending AI, experiential learning and industry partnerships into a future-ready experience that prepares students to lead, innovate and thrive in Ohio’s rapidly growing technology-driven economy.

Six accomplished business leaders are bringing their experiences and insights to the classroom through Fisher’s Executives in Residence program. The initiative provides students with opportunities to connect directly with executives eager to share their perspectives on business dynamics and to help with career and professional development.

AI, hybrid work and rising complexity are redefining leadership. Fisher’s new Professional Coaching Certification helps professionals build the skills to develop people, spark better conversations and lead meaningful change. Discover how coaching can become your differentiator.

From curbing food waste on game days to conserving water consumption, Buckeyes participating in the Technology Push Program sponsored by Coca-Cola developed and employed automated systems to make Ohio State more “green.” See what high-tech solutions the students proposed to curb energy use and improve recycling and waste management.

Alumni Kyle Clark (MBA ’25) and Yui Yu (MBA ’25) discovered that academic theory can turn into reality. Learn how their strategic business plan, developed as part of the Global Applied Projects program, led to the global expansion and growth of MKV, a German industrial plastics recycling company.

Workforce disruption is changing how organizations compete. Executive Education offerings at Fisher are helping businesses keep pace through new and expanded programs that develop leaders, strengthen talent and drive results. Discover why more than 90 organizations have recently turned to Fisher to prepare for what's next.

Finance majors Jack Swartley and Sky Sie are turning imperfect produce into affordable food access, building a mission-driven startup that fights hunger, reduces waste and delivers dignity to families across Columbus.

For Assistant Professor of Logistics Vince Castillo, his lightbulb moment regarding AI happened pretty quickly following the release of OpenAI's release of ChatGPT: professors shouldn’t be trying to fight AI in the classroom. Rather, he said, they should embrace it — not purely out of interest but also out of necessity. That belief is at the heart of Ohio State's AI Fluency initiative.

While Commencement can be bittersweet, Class of 2026 graduates Trenton Wells and Bria Isaacson are excited for the next chapter in their lives at some of the most recognizable brands and organizations in the world. See how they and nearly 2,000 new graduates made the most of their last days on campus as Business Buckeyes.

The beauty of being a Buckeye is that wherever life takes you, your community is there. New Fisher graduate Myles Canty learned this early on during his academic journey at Ohio State.

Fisher‘s 2026 Faculty and Staff Recognition Luncheon celebrated employees for their teaching, research, service and commitment to the college’s core values. Meet the honorees recognized for their incredible work behind the scenes and their leadership in advancing the college’s mission while inspiring others to reach their full potential.

What does the future of business education look like? Fisher's Interim Dean Aravind Chandrasekaran discusses experiential learning, responsible AI and leadership development — and how Fisher is preparing an adaptable, forward-thinking workforce for a rapidly evolving business landscape.

Ramakrishnan Krishna Moorthy is a self-described "engineer-turned-MBA servant-leader building technology, strategy and communities that create measurable societal impact.” He's also a member of Poets&Quants' Best & Brightest MBA class for 2026.

Fisher student Jack Swartley saw a need and had an idea for a mobile food pantry to provide fresh food to those who need it most. After pitching his idea and winning $50,000 as part of last year's President's Buckeye Accelerator at Ohio State, Swartley is getting to work.

Fisher students presented the Columbus Emerging Careers Expo, a free community service connecting job seekers with central Ohio employers. Created through the Honors Cohort Impact Challenge, the event offered resume reviews, professional headshots, LinkedIn support, meals, on-site childcare, and employer booths with hiring conversations opportunities.

Building trust, setting the pace of organizational change and using AI as a workforce multiplier are skills that define Geoff Gilmore’s role as president and CEO at Worthington Steel. Gilmore offered students insights into these leadership qualities and his career path, including a glimpse of the steel industry, during Fisher’s final LeadX speaker series of the academic year.

Kimberly Lee Minor, the interim director of Fisher's Office of Career Management, is a veteran retail executive and 2026 Inspiring Women honoree. She co-founded the Women of Color Retail Alliance in 2020 to elevate more voices in the industry.

Callie Leatherwood is using her 30 years of sales experience to prepare the next generation of B2B sales leaders for success. As the director of the newly created Strategic Sales Initiative at Fisher, her mission is twofold: equip students with the skills needed in a competitive job market and let the world know “sales is for everyone.”

Chris Phillips (BSBA ’97) is changing consumer behavior through technology. The vice president and general manager of Geo and Education at Google discussed with Ohio State students his career trajectory and how he’s building roads in the digital world by leading with humility, engaging people with different perspectives and embracing the teachable moments of his failures.

A media maverick and one of Philadelphia’s most influential people, journalist-turned-media executive Kelly Frank is directing her own personal growth by pursuing a Working Professional MBA degree at Fisher. Learn how the academic experience is helping her fine tune her approach to operations and business strategy while providing unique leadership perspectives.

For over 30 years, James Kavanaugh (EMBA ’92) has been at the forefront of innovation. His passion and voracity for learning propelled him to lead IBM through periods of challenge and revitalization. Discover the insights he shared with students on communication, leadership and emerging technology, including AI, during Fisher’s LeadX: Unplugged speaker series.

With fresh perspective and Fisher‑sharpened skills, Levi Duncan is turning data, vision and grit into momentum for revitalizing Springfield. An Executive MBA student, Duncan shares how the knowledge and power of AI is quickly becoming one of his most useful construction tools.

From learning to slow down and savor the journey to confronting fears, building lasting friendships and growing as leaders, this year’s Pace Setters reflected on the moments that shaped them most. Meet the honorees who are forging their own paths and leaving a lasting legacy at Fisher.