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Advancing Racial EquityAdvancing Racial Equity   

How HBS is advancing research on race, using use case discussions to teach about racism, engaging the business community in change efforts, and addressing the needs of marginalized individuals and groups.

My Favorite CaseMy Favorite Case   

Alumni reflect on the class discussions and case protagonists that indelibly shaped their lives and careers

2021 Alumni Achievement Award Recipients2021 Alumni Achievement Award Recipients   

HBS has conferred its highest alumni honor upon Ray Dalio (MBA 1973), H. Naylor Fitzhugh (MBA 1933) posthumous award, Mezuo O. Nwuneli (MBA 2003), Ndidi Okonkwo Nwuneli (MBA 1999), Terry Virts (GMP 11, 2011), and Deborah Winshel (MBA 1985).

My Pandemic YearMy Pandemic Year   

Newly minted alumna Jo Tan (MBA 2021) shares an inside look at life on campus in the age of COVID through her whimsical illustrations and personal reflections.

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11 Jun 2021
Skydeck

The Power of Resilience

How Parul Somani created the silver lining in a life-changing diagnosis

Re: Parul Somani (MBA 2009)

02 Jun 2021
Skydeck

On the Road Less Traveled

How Ed Hajim overcame a childhood of foster homes and orphanages to find success in finance—and how a family secret changed his life at age 60

Re: Ed Hajim (MBA 1964)

14 Apr 2021
The First Five Years

The First Five Years: Mike Gandy Auzenne (MBA 2016)

Mike Gandy Auzenne and Austin Scee on mentorship, martial arts, fundraising, and how a viral HBS essay helped support 100 underserved children (and counting) in Atlanta.

Re: Michael Gandy (MBA 2016); Austin Scee (MBA 2001); Tom Avery (MBA 1977)

13 Apr 2021
Inc.

An entrepreneur who once ignored her cultural heritage recognizes a moment for change

Re: Vicky Tsai (MBA 2006)

08 Apr 2021
HBS Alumni News

Businesses can't properly tackle diversity with computer-based training sessions, say Susan Harmeling (MBA 1991) and Charles Henderson (MBA 1991). You want a more inclusive organization? Be prepared to get vulnerable.

Re: Susan Harmeling (MBA 1991); Charles Henderson (MBA 1991)

07 Apr 2021
Skydeck

What a seven-continent motorcycle journey taught Ken Friedman about the path to personal growth

Re: Ken Friedman (MBA 1983)

11 Mar 2021
HBS Alumni Bulletin

Leading with Heart

How personal tragedy shaped the empathetic management style of Panera CEO Niren Chaudhary

Re: Niren Chaudhary (AMP 191); Ranjay Gulati (Paul R. Lawrence MBA Class of 1942 Professor of Business Administration)

02 Dec 2020
HBS Alumni Bulletin

Nine Ways to Have a Better 2021

HBS faculty and alumni offer nine strategies to put you over the top, whatever the year ahead may hold.

04 Nov 2020
Skydeck

The Long View: Persevering Through Past Crises

HBS alumni on lessons learned from navigating difficult times

Re: Akilah Rogers (MBA 2009); Chuck Fienning (MBA 1970); Aarati Rajwade (MBA 2010); Sarah Lichtenstein (MBA 2009); Dave Foster (MBA 1969); Allegra Jordan (MBA 1995); Lloyd Baroody (MBA 1977); Doug Schofield (MBA 1969); Jay Newman (MBA 1978); Kristen Forecki (MBA 2010)

01 Apr 2020
Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Happy Because He’s Blind

It’s a decision, not an emotion

Re: Chad Foster (PLDA 21)

25 Feb 2020
HBS Alumni Bulletin

Ink: Your Best Self

A new book aims to help executives along a holistic path to better leadership

Re: Amy Su (MBA 1997); By: April White

25 Feb 2020
HBS Alumni Bulletin

Turning Point: Network Effects

Re: Bruce Shuttleworth (MBA 1997); By: Bruce Shuttleworth (MBA 1997)

22 Jan 2020
Skydeck

Blackstone’s Stephen Schwarzman offers life lessons from his new memoir

Re: Steve Schwarzman (MBA 1972)

19 Dec 2019
Harvard Business Review

How FOMO Was Created

Re: Patrick McGinnis (MBA 2004)

14 Nov 2019
Skydeck

Keeping Red Lobster Fresh

CEO Kim Lopdrup talks about turning around an iconic brand and why sustainability is mission critical for the seafood giant

Re: Kim Lopdrup (MBA 1984)