Cornell SC Johnson BusinessFeed: News, Articles & Voices
The main publishing hub for the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business and its three schools–the Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management, the Samuel Curtis Johnson Graduate School of Management, and the Cornell Peter and Stephanie Nolan School of Hotel Administration.
Research With Impact
To Succeed, ‘Latecomers’ Must Balance Imitation and Innovation
December 19, 2024Cornell SC Johnson College professor Sungyong Chang shows that startups thrive by mimicking established competitors before innovating.
Latin America: From Resource Curse to a Green Power
November 19, 2024Latin America is emerging as an unexpected leader in environmental progress within the emerging economies.
Cornell to Host Virtual Conference on Global Climate Finance
October 22, 2024The SC Johnson College of Business will cohost the Global Climate Finance and Risks Conference online, on Oct. 25, 2024.
What fuels our fear of missing out?
October 21, 2024New research from Johnson Assistant Professor Jacqueline Rifkin shows that a fear of missing out is driven by worries about possible negative impacts on future relationships.
How gender biases shape investor response to shareholder activism
October 10, 2024New research from Johnson Professor Kristina Rennekamp uncovers attitudes about CEO gender, responses to activism, and investor behavior.
Messaging May Overcome Bias Against Gene-Edited Foods
October 4, 2024Consumers are less resistant to gene-edited ingredients when they learn about the technology's health and environmental benefits.
Better Business Stories & Topics
Grand Challenges Impact Competition Winner Protects Rural Artisans in India
January 16, 2025The Grand Challenges Impact Competition on November 14 showcased community-engaged learning projects that build business for a better world.
Empowering the Global Shift to a Sustainable Future: Ian Kline ’91 Protects the Natural World
December 24, 2024The Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise celebrates 20 for 20 honoree Ian Kline ’91, president and CEO of the Cadmus Group.
Nolan Team Takes First Place at Hospitality Sustainability Competition in Dubai
November 19, 2024Three Nolan MMH students earned top honors for their concept, PYRO, a machine converting food scraps into biofuel for cooking.
First Gen Nolan School Students Explore Careers in Miami
September 3, 2024Cornell students met executives and recruiters at real estate development corporations, investment and finance firms, hotel brand management companies, trendy boutique hospitality groups and more.
From Fire to Electricity: Dhanur Grandhi’s Impact on Green Tech Adoption
July 30, 2024The Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise celebrates 20 for 20 honoree Dhanur Grandhi, MBA ’12, cofounder and CEO of WattBot.
Protecting Livestock and Livelihoods
July 8, 2024Cornell dissertations launch a long-term data and economics project to predict and prevent livestock loss and reduce poverty among African herders.
In Memoriam: Richard T. Curtis
June 27, 2024Richard T. Curtis, beloved senior lecturer at the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business, passed away June 9, 2024.
From Combat to Clean Energy: Securing America’s Energy Future
June 27, 2024The Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise celebrates 20 for 20 honoree Kevin Johnson, MBA ’09, cofounder of Caelum Ventures.
News & Announcements
Entrepreneurship Education Builds on Strengths, Enters New Era
January 16, 2025Gregory Ray, PhD ’14, will become the Don and Margi Berens Professor of Entrepreneurship, and later this year Steven Gal ’90 will retire.
$11.5M Gift Strengthens Hospitality Research, Teaching
December 10, 2024The gift from C. Kenneth Grailer ’53 will support the Cornell Peter and Stephanie Nolan School of Hotel Administration by expanding the Center for Hospitality Research, helping renovate the Grailer Food Labs and providing scholarships.
Stay Curious and Build “Social Muscles,” Says Nolan School Namesake
October 8, 2024Nolan School namesake Peter Nolan offered students a glimpse into his success and nuggets of wisdom as a Nolan Dean’s Distinguished Lecturer.
Life Sciences Technology Innovation Fellows Welcome Third Cohort
September 24, 2024The Life Sciences Technology Innovation Fellows program welcomes 29 MBA students, PhD candidates, and post-doctoral fellows.
Centers & Institutes
Empowering the Global Shift to a Sustainable Future: Ian Kline ’91 Protects the Natural World
December 24, 2024The Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise celebrates 20 for 20 honoree Ian Kline ’91, president and CEO of the Cadmus Group.
India’s Unified Payments Interface Has Revolutionized Its Digital Payments Market
December 20, 2024The Unified Payments Interface has transformed digital payments in India, setting a global standard in financial inclusion across sectors.
Cornell Energy Connection Encourages Collaboration and Resilience Amid Uncertainty
December 18, 2024The 15th annual Cornell Energy Connection convened experts and students on energy transition approaches and careers.
15th WIN Conference: Fostering Community
December 18, 2024Ekta Kumar, MBA ’25 recounts her experience meeting women leaders in the investing profession and connecting with students from across the country at the 15th annual MBA Women in Investing Conference.
Exploring the Family’s Role in Reducing the Racial Gap in Entrepreneurship
December 17, 2024PhD Spotlight: Research by Johnson School PhD candidate Qian Wang examines the impact of demographics on entrepreneurship.
China’s Domestic AI Competition Heats Up
December 13, 2024Top-tier talent, government support, and a strong domestic market position China to potentially become the AI leader.
Johnson School Increases Emphasis on Sustainability and AI for Two-Year MBAs
December 11, 2024The Johnson School Two-Year MBA will require sustainability coursework, add AI tools and models to existing courses, and expand experiential learning.
$11.5M Gift Strengthens Hospitality Research, Teaching
December 10, 2024The gift from C. Kenneth Grailer ’53 will support the Cornell Peter and Stephanie Nolan School of Hotel Administration by expanding the Center for Hospitality Research, helping renovate the Grailer Food Labs and providing scholarships.
Community Insights
Scanner data can help NYS farmers boost market sales
December 19, 2023Researchers partnered with NYS livestock farmers using point-of-sale technology, then analyzed their market transactions and uncovered insights that could increase farmers' profits.
Park Perspective: The Power of Curiosity in Conflict Management
August 11, 2023Ashley Hamilton, MBA ’24, explores the importance of curiosity in both conflict management and leadership.
Park Perspectives: Let the Battle of the Brands Begin
May 17, 2023Ben Marks, MBA ’24, discusses learning opportunities outside the classroom, exemplified through the Battle of the Brands competition.
Park Fellows alumni spotlight: Solomon Tesfaye MBA ’15
April 5, 2023Solomon Tesfaye, MBA ’15, reflects on how his Park Fellow experience influences his approach to leadership in both his professional and personal life.