Newsroom

Before embarking on their bright futures, graduating Buckeyes such as Fisher student Sonal Thumar reflect on their best stories and give helpful advice learned from their time at Ohio State.

As The Great Supply Chain Disruption pushes up shipping and commodity prices and forces manufacturers to rethink factory locations, Ohio — and Greater Columbus in particular — is well positioned to reap the benefits of relocation. There are, however, several headwinds to the success of this renaissance, says Professor of Operations John Gray.

Host Marco Werman speaks to Vince Castillo, assistant professor of marketing and logistics, about the logistics of getting weapons to the front lines of the war in Ukraine.

As out-of-town investors buy up rental properties in Lima, the shift away from locally owned properties isn't that much of a surprise, says Itzhak Ben-David, the Neil Klatskin Chair in Finance and Real Estate, especially given the up-front investment necessary in real estate.

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.

Big Ten business students think global as part of the challenge presented at the 30th annual Fisher Big Ten Invitational Case Competition.

This anti-productivity Chrome extension blocks work-related apps so you can relax which, according to research from Associate Professor of Marketing Selin Malkoc, many individuals view as wasteful, despite evidence of the benefits of leisure time.

A longstanding partnership between Fisher and KeyBank continues to positively impact the educational experiences of undergraduate and graduate business students at Fisher and across the country.

From personal philanthropy, to sustainable bitcoin mining to increasing financial literacy among teenagers, check out the ideas pitched to real venture capitalists, data analytics experts and serial entrepreneurs as part of the Student Fintech Innovation Competition.

As environmental sustainability grows more important to consumers, more companies like Form5 Prosthetics will seek out recycled material. The New Albany nonprofit startup, created by Fisher student Aaron Westbrook, makes artificial hands and arms and is exploring how to utilize recycled plastic in its products. 

Jennifer Glenn, assistant professor of accounting, explores what it would look like if Ohio eliminated its income tax.

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.

Six Ohio State University student teams who participated in the first-ever President’s Buckeye Accelerator have each been awarded $50,000 to fund their entrepreneurial ventures. The six winners were among 10 teams, including to comprised of Fisher College of Business students, who pitched their ideas to a panel of Ohio entrepreneurs on April 6. 

Check out the sights and experiences from Fisher’s first-ever Women’s Leadership Symposium, a daylong exploration of research, professional development and networking for women leaders and their allies.

Strict schedules can make workers feel too rushed to complete tasks. Remaining flexible and intentionality around your schedule can actually help optimize your time and get more done, says experts such as Associate Professor of Marketing and Logistics Selin Malkoc.

The less you have on your calendar the more you'll get done, new research from Associate Professor of Marketing Selin Malkoc suggests.

See how a global experience sparked second-year marketing student Rikki Lee Joiner to create a marketing agency designed to underrepresented clients build their online presence and marketability. 

"The stakes are high: errors in the supply chain could prevent a sovereign nation from defending itself from an invasion," says Assistant Professor of Marketing and Logistics Vince Castillo.

Rebecca Walker Reczek, the Berry Chair of New Technologies in Marketing, and Associate Professor of Marketing Selin Malkoc answer questions from Ohio State alumni about leisure time. Their takeaway? Revaluing leisure can pay big benefits.

Walmart has for two years offered inventory management (fulfillment) services for online sellers to streamline operations. Its implementation of Walmart Fulfillment Services centers on two key strategies says Assistant Professor of Marketing and Logistics Annibal Sodero.

The Russian invasion of Ukraine has triggered an unprecedented outpouring of humanitarian and military aid. Protecting those supply chains is essential for delivering materiel to the frontlines, says Vince Castillo, an assistant professor of marketing and logistics and Iraq War veteran.

Students from colleges across Ohio State gathered to pitch ideas to receive funding and support as part of the first-ever President’s Buckeye Accelerator. The event was made possible through the Keenan Center for Entrepreneurship. 

"People have this desire to cut out the intermediary — the middle man — and go directly support those in need," says Brian Mittendorf, the Fisher Designated Professor in Accounting and a nonprofit expert. But donating money to traditional charities could be more effective and generate more impact.

What factors are at play amid all of the companies divesting themselves from the Russian marketplace? Oded Shenkar, the Ford Motor Company Chair in Global Business Management, shares his perspective and insights gleaned from his research on the impact of national animosity and military conflict on business.

See how the perspectives and experiences of four Full-Time MBA students, representing three countries, converged to tackle a very real supply chain challenge and ultimately yield a top finish at a national case competition.