Mac McCabe is revolutionizing the fast-food industry, one Organic Yukon Gold Fry at a time. McCabe (MBA ’71) is President and CEO of O’Naturals, an all-natural, mainly organic fast-food chain that aims to offer consumers an alternative to the fat-laden,environmentally-unfriendly mega-chains that McCabe wryly refers to as “The Evil Empire”. McCabe addressed a group of… Continue reading Sustainable Development Society Hosts Organic Fast-Food Entrepreneur
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Successful Airline and Internet Leaders Highlight Entrepreneurship Conference
Despite the gorgeous weather and the fact that the Holidazzle ball had been the prior night, over 300 people came to campus early last Saturday morning to attend HBS’s 18th annual Entrepreneurship Conference, “Build to Lead,” organized by the Entrepreneurship Club. The audience was composed not only of Harvard students, but students from other business… Continue reading Successful Airline and Internet Leaders Highlight Entrepreneurship Conference
Former Thomson CEO Andy Mills on How Not to Get Ahead
One of the most provocatively titled lectures of the year, “HBS: The Path To an Unproductive Life?” drew about three-dozen students Tuesday afternoon to hear Andy Mills, former CEO of Thomson Financial, provide the awaited answer. Mills drew upon his personal experience and said, “Pursuing money, power, and influence as ends unto themselves is the… Continue reading Former Thomson CEO Andy Mills on How Not to Get Ahead
Schmoozing 101
I am a terrible schmoozer. When I saw that there was a career fair during Cyberposium, I knew I had to go. After all, this was MY career fair, not investment bankers or VC guys or gals, this was the career fair where I might actually be considered a desirable candidate. So I threw on… Continue reading Schmoozing 101
Recruiting: One (and Only One) African American's Perspective
It is easy to conjure up negative thoughts during these challenging economic times of the 2001-2002 recruiting season, particularly as you question your decision to attend one of the most expensive schools out there in HBS. From the mouth of Denzel Washington during his chilling portrayal of Malcolm X, you may think that you were… Continue reading Recruiting: One (and Only One) African American's Perspective
Easy Double? Easy Re-Admittance? or The Best of Both Worlds
“Easy double,” my financial advisor said 18 months ago, predicting what my money would do if I put it in the market instead of joining the HBS Class of 2002. He was one of many who helped convince me to actually reject Harvard Business School last year. While he could not have been more wrong… Continue reading Easy Double? Easy Re-Admittance? or The Best of Both Worlds
Career Services Technology Woes
Following the technical glitches with HBS CareerLink in resume uploading and running the lottery process, The Harbus spoke with the CEO of the technology provider-Experience.com. One of the things that HBS teaches you is that James Burke is God. Indeed, this balding, portly ex-CEO of Johnson & Johnson is held in such reverence that many… Continue reading Career Services Technology Woes
Amgen's CEO Provides Candid Reflections on Leadership
Kevin Sharer, the Chairman and CEO of California-based biotechnology giant Amgen, Inc., faced some stiff competition when he came to HBS last Thursday. Despite the draw of the Oracle of Omaha, Warren Buffett, who was speaking at the same time, Sharer’s inspiring talk pulled a standing-room only audience out to Aldrich to join in a… Continue reading Amgen's CEO Provides Candid Reflections on Leadership
Buffett: Focus on Integrity
A crowd overflowing Burden Auditorium on Thursday evening heard wit and investment wisdom from Warren Buffett, the Chairman and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, Inc., a man ranked as the world’s second wealthiest person by Forbes, with a net worth of $32 billion. The question and answer session covered a wide variety of topics, from his… Continue reading Buffett: Focus on Integrity
Cheers and Jeers
Cheer: To Case Protagonist Bill Feth (’75), CEO of Akron Electronics Supply Company. After finishing Supply Chain class with the normal case protagonist wrap-up, Feth went above the call of duty and gave us heartfelt advice about maintaining work/life balance, giving back to the community, and exercising freedoms. The ovation Feth received was the most… Continue reading Cheers and Jeers
HBS Community Enterprise Fellowships
People ask me what I did this summer, and every time, I take a long breath before launching into the description that I know will baffle and discombobulate my audience to no end. “Oh, I was doing this fantastic fellowship sponsored by HBS, where we teamed up with a McKinsey Engagement Manager, and my client… Continue reading HBS Community Enterprise Fellowships
Easy Double? Easy Re-Admittance?
“Easy double,” my financial advisor said 18 months ago, predicting what my money would do if I put it in the market instead of joining the HBS Class of 2002. He was one of many who helped convince me to actually reject Harvard Business School last year. While he could not have been more wrong… Continue reading Easy Double? Easy Re-Admittance?
New Club on Campus!
Can you name the largest industry in the world in terms of economic weight, investments, job creation, and fun? Can you think of better perks from future employers than free hotels, airline tickets, and new resort opening galas? If you are interested in any of these…The answer is “hospitality and travel” and a new club… Continue reading New Club on Campus!
Dynamic Women in Business Conference – 2003
Female alumni, students, and members of the business community descended on the HBS campus on Saturday, January 25th to listen to keynote speakers and attend industry panels at the “Dynamic Women in Business 2003” conference, hosted annually by the Women’s Student Association. From far and wide they came to share strategies on building rewarding and… Continue reading Dynamic Women in Business Conference – 2003
Three Reasons to Consider a Nonprofit Internship
Dear RC students,I understand that you are interested in consulting and I-banking for summer internship. However, I recommend that you should consider the job at a nursing home. ‘Nursing home’ is not an accurate description. United Methodist Services for the Aging (UMSA), a nonprofit organization I worked for last summer, is managing a senior-citizen’s community… Continue reading Three Reasons to Consider a Nonprofit Internship
New HBS Alumnae Co-President Stresses Value of HBS Network
Jean McCormick, HBS ’88, defies many of the traditional female stereotypes. Most notably, she has a deep and enduring passion for sports despite never having excelled on the playing field. Research on how ‘talking sports’ affects women in business at Wellesley, her undergrad alma mater, culminated in a book entitled, “Talk Sports Like a Pro… Continue reading New HBS Alumnae Co-President Stresses Value of HBS Network
Interview with Adrian J. Slywotzky, Author of "The Art of Profitability"
Adrian J. Slywotzky is a Vice President and member of the Board of Directors of Mercer Management Consulting, the global strategy consulting firm. A Harvard University, Law and Business School graduate, Mr. Slywotzky has worked extensively at the CEO level at major corporations, and has consulted across dozens of industries. “Industry Week” recently dubbed him… Continue reading Interview with Adrian J. Slywotzky, Author of "The Art of Profitability"
Working Knowledge Recommends:
Investor Relations for the Emerging Company by Ralph A. Rieves and John LefebvreJohn Wiley & Sons, Inc., 2002HBSWK Pub. Date: Oct 14, 2002 Ask any CEO who has gone through it: Your life and the life of your company changes forever the day after you go public. This book helps newly minted public companies address… Continue reading Working Knowledge Recommends:
U.S. Treasury Secretary Addresses Corporate Governance
October 17 – Paul H. O’Neill, U.S. Secretary of the Treasury, addressed the RC cohort on the topic of Corporate Governance as part of the ongoing HBS Leadership and Values initiative. Dean Kim Clark introduced the former Chairman and CEO of Alcoa as “tough minded,” liking “facts and data,” but “not hard hearted.” Clark, who… Continue reading U.S. Treasury Secretary Addresses Corporate Governance
The Big Picture
She is a little girl in the basement of a brand new factory in China. She feels tired already; she would like to be somewhere else. But then, she gets the big picture. Now, she also can help the family. She puts the very first doll in its bright packaging, and watches it leave to… Continue reading The Big Picture
In the Spotlight: Recruiting
After spending four years in finance first in M&A and then in private equity, I was pretty confident that “trying something new” this past summer would have been next to impossible. This was confirmed when I couldn’t even get an interview with non-profits! However, I discovered a little known and little discussed secret; there are… Continue reading In the Spotlight: Recruiting
Out in Business
One of the frequently asked questions of the HBS Gay & Lesbian Student Association (GLSA) is, “What roles do gays and lesbians play in the business world?” Gays and lesbians are an important component of the workforce and consumer base. Gay-friendly environments help release the potential of all employees, creating a fair environment for personal… Continue reading Out in Business
The EC: Existential Confusion or Easy Coasting?
I thought the EC was supposed to be stress-free. I thought it would be a walk in the park after the trials and tribulations of last year. I was prepared for an interesting, exciting and (okay, I’ll admit it) easy year. No, no, no. That’s not at all how it’s turning out. I forgot to… Continue reading The EC: Existential Confusion or Easy Coasting?
2002 Alumni Achievement Awards:
“To seek to make a contribution trusting that the rewards will follow.” – Raymond V. Gilmartin, Chairman, President & CEO of Merck Co, Inc. Each year the HBS community is drawn together to honor a select group of alumni who have been recognized as extraordinary representatives of the HBS community. The Alumni Achievement Award is… Continue reading 2002 Alumni Achievement Awards:
They Said What?
Welcome to the first edition for 2002-2003 of They Said What?, a featured column in Harbus Humor that relays some of the most humorous anecdotes heard around campus. We start the year off with the “Best Of” quotes from the 2001-2002 academic year. Whether you’re an RC or an EC, anyone who catches an entertaining… Continue reading They Said What?
That's Gerald Levin, Folks!
I knew I’d enjoy Gerald Levin’s speech once I asked his permission to cover it for the Harbus. “I don’t mind at all,” he said, with his characteristic deadpan delivery. “I’m a great supporter of journalism.” It was in this informal, familiar style that Levin (pronounced “Le-Vin”) addressed a packed Spangler Auditorium on Tuesday, April… Continue reading That's Gerald Levin, Folks!
And For Your Reading Pleasure…
“How can we make business inspiring?” “What is the day-to-day life of a virtual CEO like?” “What would an insider say about the Valley’s VC world?” “What’s the difference between drive and passion?” “How can we live a meaningful life?” “How can I drop an egg three feet without breaking it?” If any of those… Continue reading And For Your Reading Pleasure…
Top 10 Reasons Why Section E Doesn't Have Internships
1) Enron wasn’t hiring. 2) The sugar industry in India has gained efficiencies in the past 7 months since senior management left. 3) Coca-Cola cut back its marketing spend thanks to Scott’s grass roots marketing last semester. 4) Highland Capital unexpectedly closed its operations after a lecture from Elena about the evils of capitalism. 5)… Continue reading Top 10 Reasons Why Section E Doesn't Have Internships
The B-School Bar
While reading the latest MBA Jungle, I found a very interesting article. The author, Peter Navarro, professor at the University of California, tries to make a case for a B-School Bar, a competency exam to be taken at the end of the MBA. His article is well written and his arguments are attractive. I’m just… Continue reading The B-School Bar
HBS EC Student Named Technology Pioneer by World Economic Forum
The gathering of hundreds of foreign dignitaries, business luminaries and members of the press at January’s World Economic Forum in New York City, included one of HBS’s current students. An independent WEF review committee selected Amish Mehta (OH) as one of 69 “2002 Technology Pioneers” for his work as CEO of CommercialWare, a software company… Continue reading HBS EC Student Named Technology Pioneer by World Economic Forum
