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August 24, 2024
Poets&Quants
Poets&Quants
2024 MBA To Watch: Jaimie Lea Santmyer (MBA '24)
Get to know MBA alumna Jaimie Lea Santmyer, a “hard-working, naturally optimistic, risk taker, who values community and integrity.” Jaimie talks about her unique path to Fisher's MBA, what she's enjoyed about the program and why being part of Ohio State's professional network is such a unique career differentiator.
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August 24, 2024
Poets&Quants
Poets&Quants
2024 MBA To Watch: Taylor Williams (MBA '24)
Technology, music and teaching are passion points for MBA alumna Taylor Williams. Learn more about her path from the music classroom to Fisher and now, to JPMorgan Chase.
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August 23, 2024
WOSU
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.
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August 21, 2024
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Investing in leadership: Fisher’s EMBA and Worthington Steel
Fisher’s Executive MBA (EMBA) takes a vested interest in the development of future business leaders. See how the program’s hands-on approach to analytical strategies, change management principles and global perspectives is changing the way companies like Worthington Steel do business.
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August 15, 2024
The Ohio State University
The Ohio State University
Ohio State students gain work experience through summer internships
The Wheeler and Wolstein Internship Program continues to provide undergraduate and graduate students at Ohio State with scholarship funding and internships with startup companies and small businesses. Learn more about the program and how it's positively impacting tomorrow's innovators.
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August 13, 2024
CapRadio
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."
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August 12, 2024
Fisher College of Business
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.
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August 8, 2024
Poets&Quants
Poets&Quants
2024 Best and Brightest Executive MBA: Jené Pulliam
Get to know Jené Pulliam, an Executive MBA student at Fisher who describes herself as an “authentic bridge-builder who connects with and serves others by sharing my time, knowledge, and talents.”
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August 7, 2024
Poets&Quants
Poets&Quants
2024 Best and Brightest Executive MBA: Brian Rapp
Meet Brian Rapp, a member of Fisher's Executive MBA cohort and a self-described "authentic leader who blends IQ and EQ to forge impactful strategies and data-driven solutions.”
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August 1, 2024
The New York Times
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.
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July 29, 2024
The Associated Press
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.
July 25, 2024
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Fisher earns AACSB reaccreditation
Fisher College of Business was one of 86 institutions around the world to earn reaccreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). The college's Department of Accounting and MIS also completed the process. Reaccreditation ensures greater access to high-quality business education for learners around the world and businesses seeking top talent.
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July 15, 2024
Forbes
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.
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July 15, 2024
Fisher College of Business
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.
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July 10, 2024
The Ohio State University
The Ohio State University
Buckeyes swimmer Alex Axon eager to dive into Olympic Games
Finance student Alex Axon is headed to the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris as part of the Canadian national swim team. He shares how his journey began ― and how earning the title of "Olympian" is a distinction he'll proudly carry with him the rest of his life.
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July 9, 2024
WalletHub
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.
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June 28, 2024
Axios
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.
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June 24, 2024
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Decade as dean: A Q&A with Dean Anil Makhija
Throughout his 10 years as dean of the Max M. Fisher College of Business, Anil Makhija has led the college through exciting changes and challenging times. As he prepares to return to the college’s Department of Finance faculty this month, Dean Makhija spent some time reflecting on the countless accomplishments made possible by the hard work and dedication of so many during his decade as dean.
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June 18, 2024
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
2024 Recognition Luncheon celebrates teaching and service
Fisher's 2024 Recognition Luncheon brought together faculty and staff to honor accomplishments in teaching, individual commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, service, values and milestone work anniversaries
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June 15, 2024
NPR
NPR
Money laundering charges raise questions about the direction of The Epoch Times
A publication that began as an anti-Chinese Communist Party newspaper founded by Chinese dissidents and later morphed into a global conservative multimedia company championing former President Donald Trump and conspiracy theories is in financial trouble. Nonprofit experts, including Brian Mittendorf, the H.P. Wolfe Chair in Accounting, said the publication, which has millions of readers, has tax records that are a "hot mess."
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June 11, 2024
Bloomberg
Bloomberg
Talking Transports podcast: Getting schooled on transports by Dr. Esper
In this Talking Transports podcast, Professor of Logistics Terry Esper discusses the trends facing the freight markets inside and out of the classroom. Esper also talks about artificial intelligence and other technology driven productivity tools, decarbonization and his love for bourbon, football and Detroit.
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June 10, 2024
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Partnership with JobsOhio provides real impact and value for MBAs
A strong partnership between Fisher MBAs and JobsOhio continues to create benefits and global business opportunities with companies and organizations around the world.
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June 6, 2024
Global Business Outlook
Global Business Outlook
Real estate investors eye promising 2024
From steps to curb inflation to a better understanding of AI, Itzhak Ben-David, the Neil Klatskin Chair in Finance and Real Estate at Fisher, says there are reasons for all sectors across the real estate industry to be optimistic this year.
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June 5, 2024
The New York Times
The New York Times
Officer of Detroit nonprofit accused of stealing $40 million
Despite official documents that show the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy took steps to safeguard its finances — including oversight from its board of directors and annual audits — an official is accused of stealing tens of millions of dollars. Brian Mittendorf, the H.P. Wolfe Chair in Accounting, says more skepticism is needed to ensure nonprofits are protected against theft.
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June 2, 2024
Cleveland Jewish News
Cleveland Jewish News
Preparation, planning can help with transition to college
Whatever it is, a job or club activities, it is important for new students to develop a network to identify those opportunities, according to Lorraine Pennyman, director of leadership and engagement and undergraduate programs at The Ohio State University Max M. Fisher College of Business in Columbus.