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Pandemic caused perfect storm for supply chain crisis, experts say
December 23, 2021
The Guardian

Pandemic caused perfect storm for supply chain crisis, experts say

Researchers like Professor of Logistics Keely Croxton have advocated moving away from ‘just-in-time’ supply chain model to more resilient structures that are capable of handling disruption.
Live from Columbus, it’s Frank Munshower!
December 22, 2021
The Ohio State University

Live from Columbus, it’s Frank Munshower!

Joanne “Frank” Munshower has always been passionate about “Saturday Night Live.” This year, the Fisher graduate put that passion into practice as an intern on the popular sketch comedy show.
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta amasses immense wealth as some Georgia families struggle to access quality pediatric care
December 19, 2021
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta amasses immense wealth as some Georgia families struggle to access quality pediatric care

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is one of the richest pediatric health care systems in the country, but every health care finance expert who spoke to the AJC concluded the system, as a not-for-profit, provided very little charity care when compared to its vast wealth. Brian Mittendorf, the Fisher Designated Professor in Accounting, provided insights into how health systems may inflate the impact their free and subsidized care is providing by including costs not associated with patient care or treatment.
The power of place: Rachel Friedman (EMBA ’02)
December 15, 2021
Fisher College of Business

The power of place: Rachel Friedman (EMBA ’02)

How can a workplace be more than just an office? Through the creative vision of alumna Rachel Friedman (EMBA ’02), who believes that a company’s brand, culture and workforce are all integral to creating a workplace that’s modern, appealing and authentic.
Latest NIL twist: Millions being pledged to college athletes
December 14, 2021
The Associated Press

Latest NIL twist: Millions being pledged to college athletes

Six months after one of the biggest rule changes in the history of college sports, money for athletes is being pledged by the millions in a development that has raised concerns about the role of wealthy alumni eager to back their beloved alma maters. Some have positioned name, image, likeness arrangements as charitable endeavors, which caught the attention of Brian Mittendorf, the Fisher Designated Professor in Accounting at Fisher.
Stock image of the Hollywood sign
December 12, 2021
Los Angeles Times

He wants to replace the Golden Globes, but critics group leader faces scrutiny

With the embattled Golden Globes on hold, Joey Berlin is looking to move his Critics Choice Awards into the big leagues, but the group has its own challenges. Brian Mittendorf, the Fisher Designated Professor in Accounting, reacts to the lack of formal governance policies in place at the Critics Choice Association.
Effort intensifies to attract, retain talented workers in Dayton region
December 12, 2021
Dayton Daily News

Effort intensifies to attract, retain talented workers in Dayton region

A talented workforce is key to economic success. Communities and companies can succeed with talent retention and attraction efforts, particularly if they are consistent in messaging and effective in getting that message out, said Larry Inks, clinical associate professor of management and human resources at Fisher.
MacKenzie Scott declines to reveal who got money in her latest round of giving
December 9, 2021
MarketWatch

MacKenzie Scott declines to reveal who got money in her latest round of giving

MacKenzie Scott says she left dollar amounts and recipients out of her announcement in hopes of promoting a broader definition of ‘philanthropy.’ Brian Mittendorf, the Fisher Designated Professor in Accounting, says such transparency, however, is "one of the few levers we have to influence billionaire philanthropy."
Who read what: Political figures share their favorite books of 2021
December 8, 2021
The Wall Street Journal

Who read what: Political figures share their favorite books of 2021

In a list of political figures' favorite books from 2021, John B. Taylor, former undersecretary of the Treasury for international affairs and a professor of economics at Stanford, recommended "The Economist’s Craft," authored by Michael Weisbach, the Ralph Kurtz Chair in Finance at Fisher. The book "shows how to understand economics in a way that’s entertaining for anyone who has ever been a student, or simply likes to read, write or talk economics."
Self-care you can practice right now without spending a penny
December 7, 2021
Yahoo!

Self-care you can practice right now without spending a penny

Choosing how to practice self-care is a personal choice, but how and why we choose what we do is not so simple. Associate Professor of Marketing Selin Malkoc says the intent or motivation behind self-care is key and determines its value.
Should you pay an extra fee just for being a Californian? Pizza Hut thinks so
December 7, 2021
Los Angeles Times

Should you pay an extra fee just for being a Californian? Pizza Hut thinks so

L.A. Pizza Hut customers are being hit with an extra charge to help recover "the increased cost of operations in the state of California." Drip pricing, as it's called, can actually end up costing a company more money — and brand affinity — than it generates, says Joe Goodman, chair of Fisher's Department of Marketing and Logistics.
Ohio State, Deloitte Foundation announce master's scholarship program
December 6, 2021
Accounting Today

Ohio State, Deloitte Foundation announce master's scholarship program

The Max M. Fisher College of Business and Big Four firm Deloitte will fund diverse students' tuition to strengthen the CPA pipeline via the Deloitte Foundation Accounting Scholars Program.
Two Fisher students collaborating on a project using laptop computers
December 6, 2021
Fisher College of Business

Creating diverse, reflective talent pipelines within accounting

By funding scholarships for students pursuing a fifth-year master’s degree in accounting, Fisher College of Business and the Deloitte Foundation are working to increase representation of racially and ethnically diverse students in accounting and strengthen the pipeline of diverse CPA talent.
Tiara Spivey portrait outside by a tree
December 3, 2021
Fisher College of Business

Driven to thrive: Ti’ara Spivey

Meet Ti’ara Spivey, whose hard work and commitment, coupled with the generosity of others, paved her path to Fisher and shaped her accounting experience.
Ohio State researchers conduct surveillance testing for Omicron variant
December 1, 2021
WSYX-ABC6

Ohio State researchers conduct surveillance testing for Omicron variant

At Ohio State's sequencing lab, researchers like Sara Koenig are hard at work testing for COVID-19 variants. Koenig, a student in Fisher's Master of Business Operational Excellence program, is the director of COVID-19 advanced technologies at The Ohio State University College of Medicine.
Holiday shopping season gets underway amid pandemic, supply chain woes
November 26, 2021
WOSU

Holiday shopping season gets underway amid pandemic, supply chain woes

WOSU's Matthew Rand speaks with Terry Esper, associate professor of logistics, about how the holiday shopping season is shaping up.
Christian Bonner stands at a lectern while hosting the AOCNW luncheon
November 19, 2021
Fisher College of Business

Alumni of Color Network Weekend connects Fisher community

See how an inaugural diversity-focused event, centered around what Fisher does best, was successful in building community and providing opportunities for networking, leadership development, mentorship and advocacy.
Large retailers say they're stocked for holiday shopping
November 17, 2021
Marketplace

Large retailers say they're stocked for holiday shopping

Target, Walmart and Home Depot told investors they have more than adequate inventory to weather the holidays. Associate Professor of Logistics Terry Esper says large companies with technological and transportation options are better positioned to manage the supply chain congestion on the west coast.
Fisher Impact Day 2021 group photo of students wearing masks and Fisher attire
November 17, 2021
Fisher College of Business

Evolution in service: Fisher Impact Day 2021

Virtually and in-person, see how students continued a tradition of service as part of Fisher Impact Day 2021.
Juggling priorities: How many hours per week a part-time MBA takes
November 16, 2021
Fortune

Juggling priorities: How many hours per week a part-time MBA takes

Hear from three students enrolled in Fisher's Working Professional MBA program at Fisher about how they juggle their pursuit of a graduate business degree while balancing their work and personal lives.
Using “queuing theory” to understand supply chain logjams
November 16, 2021
Marketplace

Using “queuing theory” to understand supply chain logjams

Professor of Logistics Keely Croxton explains how “queuing theory” — the mathematical study of waiting lines — can help explain the ongoing supply chain issues plaguing businesses across the U.S. 
Analysis: Musk's $5 billion Tesla stock haul has charity circuit buzzing
November 12, 2021
Reuters

Analysis: Musk's $5 billion Tesla stock haul has charity circuit buzzing

The world's richest man suddenly has more cash than most people can spend in their lifetime. What will he do with it? Brian Mittendorf, the Fisher Designated Professor in Accounting, says donating Tesla stock to charity is "like a double bonus of donating" because of U.S. tax policy.
A black graphic with Ohio State's logo and white text that says FinTech @ Ohio State & Beyond
November 12, 2021
Fisher College of Business

Bringing fintech to the forefront at Ohio State

The future of business is in financial technology (fintech). See how Fisher and partners in the community and across the university are working together to establish Ohio State as a leader in fintech research, education and practice.
Adam Carr wearing camoflauge standing in front of American flag.
November 10, 2021
Fisher College of Business

De oppresso liber: Adam Carr (BA '06 MBA '19)

Former Green Beret Adam Carr (BA ’06, MBA ’19) took his elite military career to the executive suite so he could help build a safe space for veterans and first responders to transform their lives, and now he hopes to do the same for businesses, schools and private industry.
A headshot of a smiling Ruthie Apple layered over a gray background.
November 9, 2021
Fisher College of Business

The P&G pipeline

Meet Ruthie Apple (BSBA ’07), the alumna and recruiter behind a new program that is helping students sharpen their interview skills in real and meaningful ways.

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