Martin J. Whitman School of Management

Have you heard? Congratulations are in order for two of our faculty members, Maria Minniti and Johan Wiklund, who have been named to the top 2% of the most impactful researchers worldwide! Find out how. https://bit.ly/2SsdYQE

"The COVID-19 pandemic was a wake-up call, and everyone needs to be prepared for this type of event to occur again. To get a greater picture of what to really expect for the future of supply chain in a post-COVID world, we asked the expertsmembers of the faculty from each of the nine undergraduate business majors at the Whitman School to share their insights into the future of the post-pandemic business landscape. Read what they had to say: https://bit.ly/3gyhgep

"Introducing Sarah Bulos, next up in our roundup of 2021 Whitman Scholars. How has her time at Whitman, and at @SyracuseU, changed her? Whitman has allowed me to expand my horizons beyond the classroom through its many extracurricular opportunities... these opportunities wouldn’t have been possible without the support of faculty, staff and friends at Syracuse University, and I would not be where I am today without them."

"JUNETEENTH: Syracuse University’s observance of Juneteenth provides an opportunity to reflect on the history and significance of this day. Let’s keep these important conversations about equity and justice going... Building on the diversity of our strengths will help in our efforts to come together as a community and a nation. - Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer Keith A. Alford. In observance of Juneteenth, the Office of Diversity and Inclusion (@Syracuseudiversity) has partnered with @SyracuseU Libraries to share meaningful opportunities to better understand this significant day in American history and reflect on the continued struggle for equity and justice. https://bit.ly/3iqQaHi

"Meet our next Whitman Scholar from the Class of 2021: @Emily Blum. What is she taking away from her experience here at Whitman? "Whitman has become more than just a place to go for class; it has become my support system. I’ve made lasting relationships with classmates and faculty that have shaped me into the person I am today. I thank Whitman for helping me find my passions and confidence, as well as making a lasting impact on my life."

Have you wondered what event planning looked like during the COVID-19 pandemic? Joshua Cohen ’21 gained firsthand experience implementing clients' virtual programs as we head towards a more technical and connected future. Read more about Joshua's summer experience as an events intern The Brand Guild: http://bit.ly/JCohenIntern

Don St. Pierre, executive chairman at Vinfolio, virtually visited Burak Kazaz's wine analytics class earlier today. He shared a bounty of information on wine portfolios and insights on futures markets in the U.S. and other countries. Learn more about the supply chain program: http://bit.ly/WhitmanSCM

#ThrowbackThursday to our first trending topic webinar this spring with Patrick Penfield, professor of supply chain practice, on COVID-19 supply chain stress and how it impacts the items you buy. Have we missed any of our faculty webinars this fall? Head to http://bit.ly/WhitmanWebinars to watch recorded events, and be sure to stay tuned for our next one! #Webinar #ThoughtLeadership

"Because the MBA world was so new and engaging, and because I genuinely enjoy learning, I never looked back or second-guessed my decision to move forward with my new degree and three-year commitment," says Angessa Lynn Hughmanick ’15 MBA, who left her professional dance career to study at the Whitman School and enter the business world. Learn more about Angessa's decision to switch careers and pursue her MBA: https://bit.ly/34y3GBI

#WhitmanWorkbook: Confirmation bias is a common decision-making shortcut that individuals use to subconsciously look for information that confirms your pre-existing judgments about a topic rather than information that could challenge your decision. Read more business terms and phrases, or suggest one we haven't covered, at this link: https://bit.ly/WhitWorkbook

Supply chain management has changed drastically since the start of COVID-19, but could more advanced data analytics and artificial intelligence pay off in the long term? New technology can significantly help companies with sustainability efforts to reduce spending and maximize profit, says Patrick Penfield, professor of supply chain practice. Read more from Business 2 Community: https://bit.ly/3dZJMTe

When Alison Panacek ’21 interviewed for her internship at Wells Fargo, she incorporated her professional, academic and personal experiences to showcase her skills and talents as a qualified candidate to land the position. Read more about Alison's job search and summer experience in the Enterprise Finance Program: https://bit.ly/APanacekIntern

Tomorrow, the Whitman School kicks off the 2020 Harry E. Salzberg Memorial Award and Lecture program with its first webinar, Moving from Supply Chains to Demand Chains: Next Gen Technology for New Era Healthcare, Manufacturing and Retail." Register for tomorrow's virtual event here: https://bit.ly/Salzberg1

Other places never had the feel that the Whitman School has. Why would I want to change if it’s not going to feel this good?" says Sue Dean ’01 MBA, who has worked at the Whitman School since 1987. Read about Sue's Syracuse University story and why Whitman feels like home: https://bit.ly/SDean01MBA

I chose Whitman because I wanted to further enrich and challenge my knowledge of Supply Chain Management. I knew Whitman would give me the right tools and resources to help promote success and help me excel in my future career. -Candace Walsh ’21 Learn more about the M.S. in Supply Chain Management program at: http://bit.ly/SyracuseSCM

When Ben Clymer ’05 (WHIT/iSchool) was gifted a watch from his grandfather, he never imagined it to turn into his own e-commerce business and community for vintage watch-wearers. Learn about HODINKEE and Ben's time at Syracuse University on a recent ’Cuse Conversations episode: https://bit.ly/37FcaJd

#ICYMI: When James Le Page ’23 worked at a restaurant before college and was looking for new ways to make money, he started a business by teaching himself how to create websites for real estate agencies and hedge funds. Read more about James' success at just 14 years old: https://launchpad.syr.edu/james-lepage

Beyond the daily tasks and projects students complete during summer internships, networking with employees throughout their experience helps students find more opportunities for their professional future, says Daniel Adediran ’21, after networking through his summer internship at Bloomberg. Read more about Daniel's internship in financial analytics and sales: https://bit.ly/DAdediranIntern