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A semi-truck carrying new cars drives across an overpass.
March 28, 2025
The New York Times

Trump’s tariffs leave automakers with tough, expensive choices

Carmakers are likely to face higher costs regardless of how they respond to President Trump’s 25 percent tariffs on cars and auto parts. The impact, says Professor W.C. Benton, is that demand for new cars among consumers will fall.
An aerial view of students walking on Fisher's campus
March 18, 2025
The Ohio State University

Ohio State speaker series connects students with real estate professionals

The Ohio State University Center for Real Estate's ‘Brutus Luminaries Series’ is bringing industry leaders to campus for networking opportunities with students and organizations at Fisher and across the university.
Why it still takes days for banks to give you your money
March 5, 2025
Vox

Why it still takes days for banks to give you your money

It’s the 21st century — instant bank transfers should be the norm everywhere. For countries such as Brazil that have widely adopted instant banking, the result has been increased competition among traditional banks and significant benefits for average citizens, according to research by Fisher's Sergey Sarkisyan.
Brian Mittendorf headshot
February 26, 2025
WBFF

Baltimore's youth fund sent nearly $1 million to a nonprofit that folded 18 months later

Nonprofit accounting expert Brian Mittendorf says the size of a grant provided to a Baltimore-area nonprofit ― and the apparent lack of oversight via a tax filing is concerning.
Ohio is fighting a shortage of accountants
February 20, 2025
Axios

Ohio is fighting a shortage of accountants

Reducing barriers such as the 150 college credit hour rule is one tactic that's been pitched to help fight an upcoming shortage in accountants. But Tzachi Zach, academic director of Fisher's Master of Accounting program, says higher education leaders need to better sell the industry to prospective students.
Freweini Alemayoh and her son Moses Hayelom are renovating the former Neighborhood House. The building is being renamed the Opportunity Zone.
February 14, 2025
Columbus Business First

Banks big and small seek to build up Central Ohio

Research from the most recent Middle Market Indicator, published by the National Center for the Middle Market, reflects economic optimism shared among bankers in Central Ohio.
A person writes their goals in a numbered list in a notebook.
December 30, 2024
Entrepreneur

Creating a productive 2025: Tips for setting and achieving your goals

Finding an accountability partner can help provide encouragement and feedback and gently nudge you to keep your New Year goals, says Howard Klein, professor of management and human resources.
A Cybertruck drives past a building draped in an American flag.
December 27, 2024
The New York Times

Tesla investors are still bullish. Can Elon Musk deliver?

Sales of the company’s cars are flagging and, according to Fisher's Ken Boyer, Elon Musk's interest in electric vehicles isn't what it was, but investors are focusing on the potential of autonomous driving and Musk’s ties to President-elect Donald J. Trump.
American-flag themed apparel is displayed with the words God Bless America.
December 22, 2024
Bloomberg

‘God Bless America’ fund beats political rivals with 33% gain

Despite the strong showing of politically-themed ETFs, finance researcher Itzhak Ben-David says thematic ETFs usually underperform. His research that shows specialized ETFs tend to trail market benchmarks by about 30% over five years.
A balance sheet illustrates profits and losses.
December 18, 2024
The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Crypto charity leader sentenced for tax evasion

Nonprofit expert Brian Mittendorf says a donor-advised fund's growth to $10 billion under Bryan Doreian during a slumping crypto market raises questions about Doreian and his leadership of the SDG Impact Fund.
Abusive bosses remain a hurdle for keeping the workplace environment safe and productive
October 2, 2024
WorkersCompensation.com

Abusive bosses remain a hurdle for keeping the workplace environment safe and productive

Bennett Tepper, the Abramowitz Professor in the Department of Management and Human Resources, shares expertise on workplace bullying ― how and why it happens, and to whom.
Vince Castillo smiles for a headshot wearing a suit and a scarlet tie.
September 26, 2024
Columbus Business First

The AI revolution: Why this Ohio State professor is enthusiastic about AI in the classroom

Vince Castillo, assistant professor in marketing and logistics at Fisher, says AI presents incredible opportunities for businesses and can be a powerful learning tool for students. Learn more about how he's incorporating AI in the classroom ― and how business students have responded to it.
A set of Tupperware containers with turquoise lids sits on a countertop.
September 20, 2024
The Atlantic

The Tupperware trap

The company’s bankruptcy filing is a reminder that being first isn’t always enough, a fact bolstered by research from Fisher's Oded Shenkar about the success of so-called copycat products and services.
Dancers wearing gold suits perform a theatrical number.
September 14, 2024
Financial Times

‘This is not about rooting out a few bad apples’: How bullying became a big issue in film and TV

Research from Fisher's Robert Lount, Jr. and Ben Tepper shows how abusive supervision that was so common in the past doesn't drive positive performance by employees.
Terry Esper smiles in a headshot with his arms crossed.
September 7, 2024
The Colin McEnroe Show

Don’t worry. We’ve got enough maple syrup. But beyond that, the supply chain is still a mess

Terry Esper joins the Colin McEnroe show to talk about the supply, demand and capacity issues that have plagued supply chains since the onset of the pandemic. 
Patrons eat and order food at the Little Grand Food Hall.
August 23, 2024
WOSU

The Little Grand Market opens in Columbus. How many food halls can the city support?

Brian Hipsher, a senior lecturer in marketing and restaurant brand expert, says the addition of more food halls in Columbus makes sense for many. For consumers, they offer unique experiences and elevated dining, and for the vendors, food halls are less risky ways to establish a new restaurant.
A profile of Bill Gates underneath an umbrella.
August 13, 2024
The Washington Post

Is Bill Gates a savior or a villain?

Assistant Professor of Marketing and Logistics Jesse Walker shares his insights into how consumers view billionaires as individuals versus collectively. The work helps paint a picture of the visionary Bill Gates.
Former CapRadio GM Jun Reina suspected of receiving nearly $500,000 in mysterious payments, according to unredacted report
August 13, 2024
CapRadio

Former CapRadio GM Jun Reina suspected of receiving nearly $500,000 in mysterious payments, according to unredacted report

Individuals holding multiple job titles at small nonprofits is fairly common, Accounting Professor Brian Mittendorf says. But as those organizations begin to scale, responsibilities should be delegated to others to avoid the possibility of one person "exerting too much influence."
A collage of headshots featuring new faculty for 2024.
August 12, 2024
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Get to know Fisher's new 2024 faculty

Meet the researchers, practitioners and thought leaders joining Fisher as our newest faculty members for the 2024 academic year.
A graphic featuring Sarah Kate Ellis, chief executive of GLAAD.
August 1, 2024
The New York Times

A pattern of lavish spending at a leading LGBTQ nonprofit

Nonprofit expert Brian Mittendorf weighs in on what the New York Times calls "lavish spending" by the chief executive of GLAAD.
An Ohio State men's hockey player skates with the puck past the Ohio State logo on the ice.
July 29, 2024
The Associated Press

Unintended consequences: How NIL in college sports has raised questions about nonprofits

The complicated, often murky, world of Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) has touched not just every corner of college sports, but also had an unanticipated effect on the charitable organizations that popped up to help players secure these sponsorship deals. What's tricky, says nonprofit expert Brian Mittendorf, is how a tax-exempt organization clearly demonstrates that NIL deals further its charitable mission.
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.
Meet the most powerful philanthropists in America: Warren Buffett’s kids
July 15, 2024
Forbes

Meet the most powerful philanthropists in America: Warren Buffett’s kids

Why are few people aware of the philanthropic impact that Warren Buffett's children are having? Brian Mittendorf, the H.P. Wolfe Chair in Accounting, says most people are looking at the total wealth of an organization, not its payout. And that's where the Buffett children exceed payout norms.
Best & worst places to rent in America
July 9, 2024
WalletHub

Best & worst places to rent in America

James Maniace, senior lecturer in finance, shares housing tips for those exploring the rental market in various cities across the U.S.
How a major real estate settlement could affect Ohio homebuying
June 28, 2024
Axios

How a major real estate settlement could affect Ohio homebuying

The National Association of Realtors recently agreed to settle a big lawsuit that questioned how real estate agents are paid — and who foots the bill. Itzhak Ben-David, the academic director of The Ohio State University Center for Real Estate, expects brokerage earnings to decline as commissions eventually become more closely linked to an agent's effort.