Meet Jasmine Mathis, a fourth-year business student whose dreams of an education at Fisher and a life dedicated to making a difference beyond campus were made possible by the generosity of others.

The founder of outdoor gear company Patagonia says the company is transferring all of its voting shares into a trust (Holdfast Collective) dedicated to fighting the environmental crisis and defending nature. Brian Mittendorf, the Fisher Designated Professor in Accounting, said the new Patagonia structure is similar to the one created by Paul Newman. The profits from the business go into the Newman's Own Foundation, which donates to nonprofits supporting children facing adversity. The difference, though, is Holdfast Collective's designation as a 501(c)4 corporation, which allows it to lobby politicians — a public benefit charity like Newman's Own Foundation is not allowed to do.

Meet Adina Allen and learn how her non-business background is a natural fit and complements her Full-Time MBA experience at Fisher.

For Alyssa Bonneau, one of Poets&Quants' MBA To Watch for 2022, core business subjects like accounting, finance, and operations didn't seem that interesting until she arrived at Fisher. "My professors did a fantastic job of connecting the material to real-world scenarios, and now I am a much more confident in my ability to make sense of the business (and non-business) world."

Because 48 hours just doesn’t feel like enough, we asked experts how to make the most of your precious time away from work. Tracy Dumas, associate professor of management and human resources, says engaging in activities that utilize skills that aren't used during the course of a work week can help make a weekend last longer. 

Two-plus years of pandemic-related disruption has created a society with elevated mental health challenges paired with greater awareness of those challenges. One positive outgrowth is that more employers are recognizing the need and doing more to address employees’ mental wellness. That calls for certain skills in those who manage people says Larry Inks, a clinical associate professor of management and human resources. 

The Ohio State University has selected its inaugural cohort for the Provost’s Early Career Scholars Program, a new initiative designed to attract and develop the highest caliber early-career faculty.

A shorter supply chain means less room for error and uncertainty. But that security comes with a higher price tag, says Professor of Operations John Gray. 

The economy keeps delivering both good and bad news as inflation moderates and jobs grow, but there's a fear of a recession looming. Matt Sheridan, senior lecturer in finance, compares the current warning signs to what he saw ahead of the 2008 financial crisis, as well as ways in which consu

Meet the newest researchers, thought leaders and practitioners whose insights and expertise are shaping the future of business education at Fisher College of Business.

Meet Jeff Greenley (MBA ’16), a former assistant attorney general and National Guard judge advocate in Ohio. Jeff shares his experience as a member of the first BRIGHT New Leaders for Ohio Schools cohort and his transformation from a leader in law to becoming superintendent of Belpre (Ohio) City Schools.

Tulsa has long relied on oil and gas to fuel its economy. Thanks to support from private foundations, it's created a tech and entertainment ecosystem that turned out to be a perfect fit for the era of remote work. Brian Mittendorf, the Fisher Designated Professor in Accounting, says a challenge often faced by ambitious foundations — creating impact at scale — doesn't seem to be hindering progress in Tulsa and in other communities in which foundations are active.

The logistics of direct-to-consumer sales for manufacturers can be very different from the operations to supply retail stores. Terry Esper, an associate professor of logistics, says lines are getting very blurry between what a retailer used to be and what a manufacturer used to be.

With the VC firm seizing on the competitive advantage of access to entrepreneurs in overlooked states, Lori Kendall, senior lecturer in management and human resources, says Drive’s wider territory can strengthen the region's entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Two things people should know about cryptocurrency: it is risky and not well regulated, said Amin Shams, assistant professor of Finance at Ohio State University.

Some consumer and business behavior has rebounded. But as the BA.5 subvariant spreads, other trends show persistent trepidation. “I think we are feeling the effects of coming out of a pandemic,” said Keely Croxton, professor of logistics.

In looking at the technologies that are changing the way companies approach and execute warehouse and distribution operations, Terry Esper, associate professor of logistics, says there's hope that some of these gaps will be filled by early-career supply chain professionals.

Fisher’s ever-expanding Global Trade Network has been recognized by the U.S. Department of Commerce with a President’s E-Star Award. Check out all the ways the Global Trade Network is creating real exporting impact for students and businesses in Ohio.

Fisher’s newest graduate degree will equip leaders with timely and relevant supply chain skills cultivated through a personalized, flexible curriculum that offers opportunities for hands-on learning.

Check out the summer enrichment programs that are helping potential Business Buckeyes explore the professional opportunities made possible with a degree from The Ohio State University.

Associate Professor of Marketing and Logistics Terry Esper explains how the rapid downfall of the startup, Enjoy, has happened. Esper, a last-mile logistics expert, says the company's model of taking on two of the most challenging areas of customer service — last-mile deliver and customer consultation — is too costly to scale.

A looser schedule can allow for serendipity, says Professor or Marketing and Logistics Selin Malkoc.

Whether it was touring with a nationally known band or it's putting thought into the perfect playlist for a road trip, music occupies a special place for Assistant Professor Jesse Walker. Meet the musician-turned-marketing-expert.

A federal grant will further equip Fisher’s Office of Global Business to focus on growing global trade, highlighting the work of the National Center for the Middle Market, resolving supply chain and logistics challenges, and building talent pipelines for students.

After more mass shootings, one side is gaining donors and political will, and the other is galvanized by gun rights. But for gun control advocates to close wide the gap in spending against the NRA, nonprofit organizations need to consider sustainability and expanding and diversifying their base of major donors, says Brian Mittendorf, the Fisher Designated Professor in Accounting.