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October 5, 2023
The NonProfit Times
The NonProfit Times
Officials hope transparency on theft will blunt criticism
GiveDirectly, a New York-based charity that sends direct payments to some of the poorest regions of the world via mobile money accounts, apologized and explained in a blog post how it was defrauded of almost $1 million. It also outlined how the organization is responding to avoid future fraud. This "extreme transparency," explaining the missteps and how the fraud was perpetrated, could engender more trust in donors, says Brian Mittendorf, the H.P. Wolfe Chair in Accounting at Fisher.
October 4, 2023
PublicSource
PublicSource
Chatham University budget deficit leads faculty to share concerns
As the private Pittsburgh university grapples with a budget deficit, faculty share their experiences with its accounting and budgeting practices, which includes the use of Excel. Brian Mittendorf, the Fisher Designated Professor in Accounting, says such practices that call into question a university’s ability to carefully track grant- and donor-restricted funds can be concerning – even if there isn’t an underlying problem.
October 2, 2023
Politifact
Politifact
Ramaswamy’s GOP debate rivals tied his business to China, Hunter Biden. What’s behind the attacks?
The Chinese Communist Party is not involved in every business transaction in China, but the party is likely involved in substantial deals or business that involves national security or other high-priority sectors, says Oded Shenkar, the Ford Motor Company Chair in Global Business Management.
September 21, 2023
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Alumni of Color Network Weekend celebrates success and connections
The third annual Alumni of Color Network Weekend celebrated the connections among Fisher graduates and the personal and professional achievements of seven trailblazing alumni. Meet the individuals honored for their meaningful contributions to their profession, impact in academia and legacy of excellence in their professional careers.
September 18, 2023
The Ohio State University
The Ohio State University
Ohio State moves up in ranking of nation’s universities
The Ohio State University is ranked 43rd among the nation’s universities, according to U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges rankings for 2024. Several Ohio State colleges, including Fisher College of Business, were ranked among the best in the nation.
September 15, 2023
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Sustainably in vogue: Prateeksha Prabhakar
A passion for fashion and the environment drives Prateeksha Prabhakar’s desire to create sustainable clothing solutions. Discover how the third-year student is making her mark in the fashion industry and plans to continue to turn the runway green.
September 13, 2023
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Renewed support extends KeyBank MBA and undergraduate events
See how a continued partnership between Fisher and KeyBank Foundation will support undergraduate and graduate student programming for years to come.
September 6, 2023
Center for IP Understanding
Center for IP Understanding
Entrepreneurship programs at top schools are eying the role of IP in students' future
Entrepreneurship and innovation programs at U.S. universities with the highest enrollment are finding new ways to expose students to IP rights. The Integrated Business and Engineering program at Fisher and the College of Engineering, as well as the OnRamp program hosted through Ohio State's Center for Innovation Strategies, were listed as innovative ways to connect students with the world of IP.
September 5, 2023
Poets&Quants
Poets&Quants
The best cities for MBAs
See why MBA student Michelle Weingartner considers Columbus one of the top cities to earn a graduate business degree.
August 31, 2023
The Ohio State University
The Ohio State University
Fisher program helps professionals expand knowledge, career options
New topic-based Executive Education programs are providing professionals with convenient opportunities to explore today’s business topics. The relevant topics include leadership, operational excellence, financial intelligence, innovation and health care, data analytics, sustainability, artificial intelligence, Lean Six Sigma principles, and “Advancing Equity, Inclusion & Belonging in the Workplace.”
August 30, 2023
The Lantern
The Lantern
Clicks, views and engagement: Ohio State faculty members assess influencer marketing’s online evolution
Jon Quinn, senior lecturer in marketing and logistics, discusses trends in influencer marketing, including the emergence of the counter-movement known as "de-influencing."
August 30, 2023
Los Angeles Times
Los Angeles Times
You need a hobby. Here's how to find one that's right for you
Hobbies can improve the quality of your sleep and your overall well-being. Selin Malkoc, professor of marketing and logistics, says hobbies help people focus on themselves and find value beyond their job or family responsibilities.
August 27, 2023
The Messenger
The Messenger
Tipping resentment is rampant now that even the corner store wants an extra buck or two
Seemingly everyone is asking customers to tack on a tip these days, and the impulse to act upon it is almost entirely instinctual, says Kathleen Keeler, assistant professor of management and human resources at Fisher.
August 21, 2023
Poets&Quants
Poets&Quants
2023 MBA to Watch: Michelle Weingartner
Meet Michelle Weingartner, a Fisher student who has been named a Poets&Quants MBA To Watch for 2023.
August 20, 2023
Poets&Quants
Poets&Quants
2023 MBA to Watch: Mike Bagian
Learn more about Mike Bagian, who is graduating from Fisher and has been named a Poets&Quants MBA To Watch for 2023.
August 20, 2023
Poets&Quants
Poets&Quants
2023 MBA to Watch: Ana Carolina Sousa
Get to know MBA student Ana Carolina Sousa, who has been named a Poets&Quants MBA To Watch for 2023.
August 16, 2023
The Ohio State University Alumni Magazine
The Ohio State University Alumni Magazine
How five campus mentors approach sharing their wisdom
“Mentoring is in my nature,” says Chad Zipfel. Learn more about why the senior lecturer in finance enjoys giving back to tomorrow's business leaders.
August 10, 2023
The Ohio State University
The Ohio State University
Ohio State’s Nisonger Center supports students with autism
Fisher students Hunter Wagner and Brandon Simpson share the impact that the Nisonger Center and its Autism College Experience program — in partnership with JPMorgan Chase & Co. — have had in helping them navigate college life at Ohio State.
August 8, 2023
The Ohio State University
The Ohio State University
HUD Secretary Fudge urges graduates to make a difference
At The Ohio State University’s 2023 summer commencement Sunday at the Jerome Schottenstein Center, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Secretary Marcia L. Fudge (BSBA '75) encouraged the graduates to effect positive change.
August 3, 2023
Newsweek
Newsweek
Greg Abbott celebrates Texas credit rating as U.S. suffers downgrade
On Tuesday, Fitch Ratings downgraded the U.S. credit rating to AA+, but the Lonestar State retained its top rating of AAA. Itzhak Ben-David, the Neil Klatskin Chair in Finance and Real Estate, explains that the U.S. rating is viewed as "a report card for a country's economic responsibility."
August 3, 2023
Newsweek
Newsweek
Map shows which states have better Fitch credit ratings than U.S.
Sixteen states, including Ohio, have maintained their AAA Fitch rating despite the U.S. rating drop to AA+. Itzhak Ben-David, the Neil Klatskin Chair in Finance and Real Estate, says the 16 states' ratings could attract more favorable borrowing terms for loans.
August 2, 2023
Poets&Quants for Execs
Poets&Quants for Execs
2023 Best & Brightest Executive MBA: Stephanie E. Green
Meet Stephanie E. Green, a Fisher EMBA graduate and one of Poets&Quants' Best & Brightest Executive MBAs of 2023.
August 2, 2023
Poets&Quants for Execs
Poets&Quants for Execs
2023 Best & Brightest Executive MBA: Oliver Convertini
Meet Oliver Convertini, a Fisher EMBA graduate, who has been selected as a Poets&Quants Best & Brightest Executive MBA of 2023.
August 2, 2023
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Meet Fisher's 2023 new faculty members
Meet the newest members of Fisher’s faculty community of instructors, professors and researchers.
August 1, 2023
The Washington Post
The Washington Post
The Swedes know the secret to happiness: You are not your stuff
Swedish death cleaning can help us rethink our relationship to stuff — and our environmental impact. It can, according to research from Marketing and Logistics Chair Joe Goodman, also help us derive happiness by differentiating meaningful items from other clutter.