Six weeks before his retirement as IBM’s CEO, Lou Gerstner returned to the campus where he started his career by earning his MBA degree 37 years ago. And he did so with the satisfaction of someone who has made things happen in the corporate world, and wants to share what he learned with future generations.… Continue reading Lou Gerstner Speaks at HBS
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They Said What ?
HBS students and professors were magically transformed into a bunch of Chatty Cathy dolls this past week, perhaps after watching the latest Harry Potter movie. As a result, we have more entertainment than normal from them. As an added bonus, we will also begin adding some famous quotes from historical figures on topics that might… Continue reading They Said What ?
Secrets to Growth Revealed
There is no question that “growth” is back at the top of any CEO’s strategic agenda. “However, the mindset that has developed around growth projections is totally unrealistic for most companies – even considering the past decade of strong, economic expansion” argued Chris Zook during his growth strategy presentation last Thursday at HBS. The event,… Continue reading Secrets to Growth Revealed
Latino-American Student Organization Hosts Alumni Dinner
The Latino Student Organization (LASO) at Harvard Business School hosted its second alumni dinner at the Harvard Club of New York City on Friday, April 2nd. Nearly 80 HBS alumni, current students, and guests filled the Harvard. Also present were members of the New American Alliance, a preeminent Latino business association, who were key in… Continue reading Latino-American Student Organization Hosts Alumni Dinner
Upcoming Section D Charity Auction
DATE & TIME: Section D Auction with the theme of “A Night at the Oscars” will occur on May 6, 2009 from 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. ÿWHERE: Foundation Lounge, 500 Commonwealth Ave, Boston. We expect 100 guests.ÿFOR TICKETS: Tickets are $20 each.ÿ Please contact Amit Garg (agarg@mba2010.hbs.edu) to purchase tickets.ÿ This event is OPEN… Continue reading Upcoming Section D Charity Auction
Art of Fashion at Fashion Week New York
Fashion is the most practical form of artistic expression. It is cultivated from the dress of art, emotions and thought. During the Fall 2008 Collection of the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York City, the fashion capital of the world, fashion history continued to be etched on its runways. Perhaps this act was symbolized by… Continue reading Art of Fashion at Fashion Week New York
Class Day Committee Announces 2007 Keynote Speaker
Last week, the Class Day Committee announced that Kenneth I. Chenault will give the keynote address to graduates, friends and families at Class Day on June 6, 2007. Mr. Chenault ranked as a top candidate for keynote speaker in a class-wide poll conducted last spring by the Class Day Committee. Mr. Chenault has made a… Continue reading Class Day Committee Announces 2007 Keynote Speaker