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Dare to DisruptLIVE from The Global Impact Forum: Leveling Up Education Tech with Techademics Founder Al MotleyAl Motley is the founder and CEO of Techademics, a technology company driving innovation in education, social impact philanthropy, and the nonprofit sector.In this episode, Al shares his journey from working at Penn State’s Center for Academic Computing as a student to leading an international tech company transforming education and social good. With offices in Philadelphia, Buenos Aires, and Botswana, Techademics delivers digital solutions and strategic guidance to schools and nonprofits around the world—impacting hundreds of thousands of students, educators, and community leaders.Al discusses his path in education, how Techademics helps scho...
2025-11-1725 min
Dare to DisruptLIVE from Penn State Brandywine: The CTDI Story with Co-founder Jerry ParsonsThis special live recording of the Invent Penn State Dare to Disrupt podcast, presented by Brandywine LaunchBox powered by Penn State, features CTDI founder and chairman Jerry Parsons.Jerry shares how he and his family launched CTDI from a garage-based startup and scaled it into a global leader in the communications, mobility, and consumer devices service industries.The conversation explores the early days of building CTDI, key moments of disruption and growth, and Jerry’s insights on leadership, innovation, and building a family-run business that thrives on the global stage.At the end of...
2025-10-2050 min
The People of Penn StateFootball Letter Podcast: Brian Shaunessy ’86Brian Shaunessy knows the Penn State experience well, having attended Penn State Brandywine and University Park. A 1986 graduate of the Smeal College of Business, Shaunessy danced in THON as a student and has stayed involved with local chapters as an alumnus. Currently, he serves as president of our Triangle Chapter in North Carolina, which received this year’s Fundraising Award for providing relief in the wake of Hurricane Helene last year. Learn more on the chapter’s website and Facebook page. You can also connect with Brian on LinkedIn. For more alumni stories, visit pennstatermag.com
2025-10-1326 min
Dare to DisruptDisrupting Arterial Disease Treatment with AVS Co-founder Robert ChisenaIn this episode of Dare to Disrupt, host Ryan Newman speaks with Robert Chisena, co-founder and CTO of Amplitude Vascular Systems (AVS). AVS is a medical device company focused on safely and effectively treating severely calcified arterial disease. Robert shares his journey from growing up on Long Island in a family of physicians, to discovering his passion for research and entrepreneurship at Penn State, to co-founding an innovative medical device startup.Robert reflects on formative experiences at Penn State, including joining the Schreyer Honors College, diving into biomedical engineering research, and participating in Invent Penn State’s fi...
2025-09-2233 min
Dare to DisruptCharting the Future of Sales Compensation with QuotaPath Founder AJ BrunoAJ Bruno is the founder and CEO of QuotaPath, a leading sales compensation management platform that has secured significant investments, including a $41 million Series B. Serving roughly 1,000 customers, QuotaPath helps organizations align company goals with incentive plans to drive winning sales behaviors.Before QuotaPath, AJ co-founded TrendKite, which was acquired by Cision for $225 million in 2019. He also co-hosts Topline, a podcast on revenue growth and sales leadership.In this episode, AJ shares the stories behind launching TrendKite and QuotaPath, his passion for flying, and his perspective on integrating AI into workflows as a founder. He...
2025-08-1955 min
Dare to DisruptExploring 3D Printing and Industrial Art with Anne PauleyAnne Pauley is a technical program manager at Google, implementing world-class manufacturing processes for the Google Pixel smartphone. In this episode, Anne shares her expansive experience in additive manufacturing, industrial art, and engineering design, as well as a mission to bring more diversity to the hands-on fabrication space.In this episode, Anne shares her journey from Penn State to leading innovative projects at Google. She discusses her dual interests in mechanical engineering and music technology, her experiences at Penn State, and her professional journey through various companies including Disney, Meta, and Google. Through her work creating massive...
2025-07-2240 min
Dare to DisruptTapping into Niche Media Markets with Industry Dive Co-foundersSean Griffey and Ryan Willumson are the co-founders of Industry Dive, a digital media company delivering business news and original analysis through targeted newsletters. Covering sectors like healthcare, energy, transportation, retail, and more, Industry Dive serves over 14 million North American users and partners with major clients including Amazon, Salesforce, Uber, IBM, and American Express. The company is known for producing some of the most respected journalism in the business world.
In this episode, Sean and Ryan discuss how they met while working at FierceMarkets, a B2B e-media startup, and what inspired them to launch Industry Dive...
2025-05-2748 min
Dare to DisruptLIVE from the Venture & IP Conference: Innovating the Future of EV InfrastructureDare to Disrupt LIVE: Innovating the Future of EV Infrastructure brought together three Penn State alumni at the forefront of the electric vehicle revolution to explore the challenges and opportunities shaping the industry's future. This live episode features an engaging discussion with Benjamin Birnbaum (Keyframe, Terawatt), Zander Isaacson (Xeal), and Diallo Powell (Stak Mobility) as they share insights on EV infrastructure, charging technology, and the role of innovation in accelerating adoption. Whether you're an entrepreneur, investor, or EV enthusiast, this conversation offers a rare opportunity to hear directly from industry leaders driving the future of electric transportation.
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2025-04-2251 min
Dare to DisruptBringing Research Lab Innovations to Your Toilet: The Story of spotLESS MaterialsBirgitt Boschitsch is the co-founder and CEO of spotLESS Materials, an advanced materials company and Penn State spinoff commercializing highly repellent anti-fouling coatings.
In this episode, Birgitt shares how her passion for helping others through research led to her co-founding spotLESS Materials. She discusses her formative experiences, academic challenges, and the pivotal moments that shaped her career path, including her time at Princeton and her decision to pursue graduate studies at Penn State.
She discusses the original inspiration behind the idea for a toilet coating that repels sticky waste, as well as the challenges of tr...
2025-03-1836 min
Dare to DisruptRedefining Curly Haircare with the Sisters who Co-founded OCOASisters Cory Varona-Corniel and Nicol Varona Cancelmo are the cofounders of OCOA, providing clean, natural, curly haircare products.
In this episode, Nicol and Cory share their inspiring journey from the Dominican Republic to the United States. They detail how they were able to overcome language barriers, build a community at Penn State Berks, and launch into each of their professional careers. They discuss their close bond as sisters, the influence of their family, and how their family roots in the Dominican Republic inspired not only the name but also the ingredients and mission behind OCOA.
2025-02-1849 min
Dare to DisruptElectrifying Urban Mobility with Revel Co-founder Paul SuheyPaul Suhey is the Chief Operating Officer and co-founder of Revel, where he drives the company’s mission to accelerate electric vehicle adoption in U.S. cities by focusing on fast-charging infrastructure.
In this episode, Paul shares Revel's journey from its beginnings as an urban electric moped sharing startup to a company focused on building the EV charging infrastructure for the largest cities across the US.
At the end of the episode, current Penn State student Michael Slesarevich joins the conversation. Michael is a first-year mechanical engineering student and the founder of Shade Shift, an ele...
2025-01-2142 min
Best-In-Class with A.J. MaddenDr. Corey Phelps—Dean at Penn State Smeal College of Business on Elite Strategy For Your Work and LifeDr. Corey Phelps—Dean at Penn State Smeal College of Business on Elite Strategy For Your Work and LifeLearn how to apply high-level business strategy in a simple way to your work and life!Corey Phelps is an award-winning business school professor and executive educator with deep expertise in strategy, innovation and leadership development. His decades of academic research combined with his work with thousands of executives have shaped his approach to developing strategic leaders and building innovative, future-ready organizations.Corey is the John and Karen Arnold Dean at the Penn State Sm...
2025-01-0649 min
Dare to DisruptLIVE from The Nittany Lion Inn: Scholar Hotels Founder Gary BrandeisGary Brandeis is the CEO and Co-Founder of Scholar Hotels, a hotel ownership and management group with a focus on properties close to major college and university campuses. Gary acquired his first hotel in 2006 and has since been directly involved in the hospitality business as an investor, developer, and manager. Scholar Hotels made its State College debut in March 2017, when it opened the 165-room Hyatt Place State College. Since then, the group has expanded its State College properties to include the Scholar Hotel, the Courtyard by Marriott, the Residence Inn by Marriott, The Penn Stater Hotel & Conference Center, and...
2024-12-1045 min
Dare to DisruptDelivering Empathy at Scale Using AI and Data with Mario CiabarraMario Ciabarra is the CEO and founder of Quantum Metric, a customer-centered digital analytics platform for today's leading enterprise organizations. Since its founding in 2015, Quantum Metric's approach to in-depth customer understanding has seen rapid adoption from Fortune 500 companies. The world's largest airline, telco, retailer, healthcare, bank, and more have adopted the Quantum Metric platform.
In this episode, Mario shares valuable lessons on integrity and communication learned during his college years. He discusses launching and exiting his first startup in just 11 months, a success that allowed him to briefly retire and travel the world. Mario also explains how...
2024-11-1941 min
Dare to DisruptSimplifying Solar Investments with Enact Co-Founder Deep ChakrabortyDeep is the co-founder and CEO of Enact Systems, a leading software platform revolutionizing the solar and energy storage industry. Deep co-founded Enact in 2014, driven by the vision of creating a scalable and impactful solar solution. Deep has led Enact through exponential growth, nearly quadrupling its staff and expanding its reach to over 35 countries.
In this episode, Deep discusses his journey in building a North American subsidiary of CentroSolar, a German solar company, from the ground up. He also explains how Enact serves diverse customer segments by providing innovative software solutions that streamline the solar implementation process...
2024-10-2236 min
Dare to DisruptTransforming the Real Estate Landscape with Peter CocozielloPeter Cocoziello is chairman, founder, and CEO of Advance Realty Investors, a company specializing in real estate development, construction, and property management. In this episode, Peter shares how he launched Advance with only $5,000, and then both entered and eventually dominated various real estate verticals in the northeast. He also discusses how the Penn State Cocoziello Institute of Real Estate Innovation is supporting cross-disciplinary collaboration, and what technological innovations mean for the future of the real estate industry.
The Dare to Disrupt podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Penn State Smeal College of B...
2024-09-1736 min
The People of Penn StateThe Football Letter Podcast: Arizona Cardinals Linebacker Jesse Luketa ’20 and Metro Washington, D.C. Chapter President, Emily Matyas ’17This week on The Football Letter Podcast, we're joined by letterman and Arizona Cardinals linebacker Jesse Luketa '20 to preview his third season in the NFL. We also talked with Jesse about his nonprofit organization, the 40 Reasons Foundation, which cultivates a healthy and safe environment for children to be able to enhance their sense of creativity and promote their independence (0:50) .Following our conversation with Jesse, Metro Washington, D.C. Chapter President Emily Matyas '17 discussed her journey to becoming a volunteer leader, how the chapter unites Penn Staters on football game...
2024-09-0344 min
Dare to DisruptDeveloping the Future of AI with poolside Co-founder Jason WarnerJason Warner is co-founder and CEO of poolside, a generative AI company building the world's most capable AI for software development & the applications to unlock the potential of developers. Prior to founding poolside, Jason was the Managing Director at Redpoint Ventures. He also served as the CTO at GitHub, where he was responsible for bringing products like GitHub Actions, Packages, Advanced Security, Connect, and Codespaces to market.
In this episode, Jason discusses the business challenges and successes he experienced as GitHub's CTO and delves into the unique hurdles faced by a generative AI company. He also shares...
2024-08-2042 min
Dare to DisruptInventing Dazzle Dry Nail Polish with VB Cosmetics Founder Vivian ValentyVivian is founder and president of VB Cosmetics, a fully integrated manufacturing company with global brands of clean, nature- and science-based, functional and proprietary beauty products. Its transformational product, Dazzle Dry, a quick-dry nail polish system, is revolutionizing the nail industry. After 17 years on the market, Dazzle Dry now still has no equal in performance.
In this episode, Vivian shares stories from her upbringing in the Philippines, overcoming discrimination and harassment in the workplace, acquiring nine patents as an accomplished bio-organic chemist and inventor, and inventing the foundation for what would become Dazzle Dry.
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2024-07-2343 min
The People of Penn StateEpisode 63 — Experiences Of Being A Penn State Cheerleader With Alumni Taylor And Danielle SekelskyAlumni Taylor and Danielle Sekelsky are among the more impressive Penn State duos around!Taylor (2015, Smeal College of Business) and Danielle (2023, Smeal College of Business) were both varsity cheerleaders during their time at Penn State and had the unique opportunity to dance together at THON 2024. Professionally, Taylor works in capital markets for a private commercial mortgage Real Estate Investment Trust, while Danielle is a former pro cheerleader for the NFL's Tennessee Titans and a Residential Development Specialist. Taylor and Danielle joined Alumni Association CEO Paul Clifford '20g to talk about the similarities...
2024-07-0853 min
Dare to DisruptPioneering Predictive Manufacturing Maintenance with Jeremy FrankJeremy is co-founder and CEO of KCF Technologies, a technology company based out of State College PA. KCF Technologies provides proprietary machine health optimization hardware, software, and services to industry and military clients. Under Jeremy’s leadership, KCF has pioneered advancements in wireless vibration sensing and machine health monitoring. Today, the company is a global leader […]
The Dare to Disrupt podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Penn State Smeal College of Business.
2024-06-1842 min
Better Business PodcastUncovering Racial Disparities in Mortgage MarketsGuest: Brent Ambrose, Jason and Julie Borrelli Faculty Chair in Real Estate and Director of the Penn State Institute for Real Estate Studies. Race Discrimination can take many forms. Brent Ambrose, Jason and Julie Borrelli Faculty Chair in Real Estate and director of the Penn State Institute for Real Estate Studies recently collaborated in a study to understand pricing disparities in mortgage contracts. The paper — “Does Borrower and Broker Race Affect the Cost of Mortgage Credit?” — examines both the race and ethnicity of brokers and borrowers that took part in obtaining a mortgage to see if brokers were potentially...
2024-06-1829 minBetter Business PodcastPurposeful brandsGuest: Tom Buday, former head of marketing and consumer communication for Nestle. Virgin CEO Richard Branson once predicted that “the brands that will thrive in the coming years are the ones that have a purpose beyond profit.” Penn State Smeal College of Business marketing graduate Tom Buday and his wife, Linda, agree, and they have made a gift to endow a fund at Smeal to prepare marketing leaders to create and “look after” purposeful brands in the future. What are purposeful brands? How is it different from cause-related marketing and what are some relevant, real-life case studies? We’ll explore th...
2024-05-3028 min
Dare to DisruptBuilding the Content Marketing Community with Joe PulizziJoe Pulizzi is the founder of multiple startups, including content creator education site, The Tilt, Content Entrepreneur Expo, and the Content Marketing Institute, which he successfully exited in 2016. He is the bestselling author of seven books including Content Inc. and Epic Content Marketing, which was named a “Must-Read Business Book” by Fortune Magazine. Joe is a professional public speaker, having spoken over 400 times in 20 plus countries on content marketing, the creator economy, and entrepreneurship. He graduated from Bowling Green State University with a bachelor’s in communications in 1995, and from Penn State with a master's in communications in 1997.
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2024-05-2156 minBetter Business PodcastIntroducing Season 2: the Better Business PodcastThe second season of the Penn State Smeal College of Business Better Business Podcast features faculty, alumni, and guests discussing the issues and challenges of today's business world.
2024-05-1701 min
Dare to DisruptExploring Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) with Former NFL Player Omar X. EasyOmar Easy is the recently appointed director of the all-new Penn State Brand Academy, which is designed to support student-athletes to manage and leverage their personal brand, name, image and likeness (NIL), and support their entrepreneurial interests more successfully. In this episode, Omar shares lessons learned from his time as a student-athlete at Penn State as well as his time in the NFL, where he played as a running back for the Kansas City Chiefs and the Oakland Raiders. He then discusses his vision for The Brand Academy and how it will serve student-athletes in building and leveraging their pe...
2024-04-0848 min
Dare to DisruptLIVE from State College: honeygrow Founder Justin RosenbergJustin Rosenberg is Founder and CEO of honeygrow, a fast-casual stir-fry and salad concept founded in Philadelphia in 2012. With a mission to create a unique, spirited brand focused on simple, wholesome foods, Rosenberg has led the company's creation and growth, which currently has 41 locations.
In this special LIVE episode recording, which took place during Penn State Startup Week powered by PNC on Wednesday, March 20, Justin shares his story of perseverance and eventual success with honeygrow.
Justin first pitched honeygrow 93 times to investors before finally landing a deal and opening the first location in the Rittenhouse neighborhood...
2024-03-2746 min
Dare to DisruptWindows of Opportunity: Navigating Growth with MITER Brands CEO Matt DeSotoMatt DeSoto is the President and CEO of Harrisburg-based MITER Brands, a family of leading window and door brands designed for residential projects in the new construction and remodeling markets. In this episode, Matt talks about his experience working for Student Painters as a student at Penn State, enduring the Great Recession of 2008, how he and his team maintain top-quality products and service, as well as how he prioritizes giving back to the communities they work in through the MITER Foundation. Be sure to come to our upcoming LIVE podcast episode recording with honeygrow CEO & founder, Justin Rosenberg! Learn...
2024-02-2747 min
Dare to DisruptScaling a Stress-free Home Remodeling Business with West Shore Home Founder B.J. WerzynB.J. Werzyn is the founder and CEO of West Shore Home, one of the largest direct to consumer home remodelers in the nation.
In this episode, B.J. talks about how he is revolutionizing a traditionally fragmented and tech averse industry. He talks through how West Shore Home mapped out the 67 processes of home remodeling, removed inefficiencies, and implemented streamlined processes empowered by technology to ultimately make the easiest, quickest, most stress-free customer experience.
The Dare to Disrupt podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Penn State Smeal College of Business.
2024-01-2938 min
Dare to DisruptWinter Break Message II and January Episode Preview – West Shore HomeWe are taking a break this December, but we'll be back in late January with an episode featuring B.J. Werzyn, the founder and CEO of West Shore Home, one of the largest direct-to-consumer home remodelers in the nation. Listen to this episode for a quick preview of the interview. Happy holidays!
The Dare to Disrupt podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Penn State Smeal College of Business.
2023-12-1501 min
Dare to DisruptPutting the ‘Care’ in Home Care with Norm PotterNorm Potter is the co-founder and co-owner of Allegiance Transportation, as well as the owner and Executive Director of the Winston Salem branch of Griswold Home Care. Allegiance Transportation is a non-emergency medical transportation provider, specializing in wheelchair and ambulatory transport services. Griswold Home Care provides non-medical home care to elderly adults by referring professional caregivers for personal care, homemaking, and companionship services.
In this episode, Norm talks about why he decided to make a career switch from banking to higher education to now running two businesses in the non-medical home care and transportation industries. He also...
2023-11-3042 min
Penn State Supply Chain PodcastESG Compliance in the Supply ChainToday our host dive deep into a topic that's at the intersection of business ethics, the environment, and social responsibility – Environmental, Social, and Governance, or ESG, standards in supply chain management. In today's globalized world, supply chains are the lifeblood of business operations, connecting products and services to consumers worldwide. But the question we're asking today is this: How can businesses ensure that their supply chains not only deliver profits but also uphold their ethical and environmental responsibilities? We are joined by Sophia Schuster, a recent MBA and Master’s in Supply Chain Management graduate of the Penn State Smea...
2023-11-2834 min
Following the Gong, a Podcast of the Schreyer Honors College at Penn StateFTG 0055 – Daring to Disrupt with Invent Penn State Leaders Ryan Newman ’01 and James Delattre ’97Overview:
This is a special crossover episode of Following the Gong and Dare to Disrupt, a podcast from Invent Penn State that features conversations with Penn State alumni who are innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders, and the stories behind their successes. FTG host Sean Goheen interviews Goldman Sachs Managing Director and volunteer Dare to Disrupt host Ryan Newman ’01 and Associate Vice President for Research and Director of the Office of Entrepreneurship & Commercialization James Delattre ’97, both Scholar Alumni, about the entrepreneurial scene at Penn State. Ryan and James briefly share their background and time at Penn State. The conversation then...
2023-10-3155 min
Dare to DisruptSpecial Commemorative Episode – Daring to Disrupt with Ryan Newman and James DelattreThis is a special crossover episode of Dare to Disrupt and Following the Gong, a show that features conversations with Penn State Schreyer Scholar Alumni sharing advice on how to make new connections with a strong network of Scholar Alumni that blazed the trail before you. Following The Gong host Sean Goheen interviews Goldman Sachs Managing Director and Dare to Disrupt host Ryan Newman, ’01 and Associate Vice President for Research and Director of the Office of Entrepreneurship & Commercialization James Delattre, ’97, both Scholar Alumni, about the entrepreneurial scene at Penn State. This episode commemorates Dare to Disrupt passing 50,000 total downloads.
2023-10-3055 min
Dare to DisruptAnticipating the Waves of Change with Google’s Global Director of Solution Sales Ash AshutoshAsh Ashutosh is a serial entrepreneur and the Global Director of Solution Sales at Google. His data management startup, Actifio, achieved a valuation of over $1B and was acquired by Google in 2020.
In this episode, Ash talks about anticipating and advancing alongside what he calls the waves of change, in reference to the surges in innovation and technology that occur over time. His entrepreneurial journey reflects those technology surges - he started out in the silicon industry, then moved onto data storage software development. His most recent startup, Actifio, was in the business of managing and securing d...
2023-09-2740 min
Dare to DisruptMaking a Deal on Shark Tank with FlexScreen Inventor Joe AltieriJoe Altieri is the president, CEO, and inventor of FlexScreen, the world’s first and only flexible window screen, as seen on season 11 episode 10 of ABC’s Shark Tank. In this episode, Joe talks about how he started his career as an independent sales representative in the window industry and quickly became frustrated with the flimsy aluminum frames found in traditional screens. He shares his experience pitching FlexScreen on ABC's Shark Tank, and how he walked away with a deal with American television personality, inventor, and entrepreneur, Lori Greiner, "Queen of QVC”.
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2023-08-3151 min
Dare to DisruptDiving into Fintech with Denim Social CEO Doug WilberDoug Wilber is the CEO of Denim Social, a leading provider of social media management software that empowers marketers in regulated industries to manage organic social media content and paid social media advertising on one platform. A financial services veteran, Doug served in leadership roles with Assembly Payments, PYMNTS.com, Discover Financial Services and Market Platform Dynamics.
The Dare to Disrupt podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Penn State Smeal College of Business.
2023-08-0140 min
Following the Gong, a Podcast of the Schreyer Honors College at Penn StateFTG 0048 – Behind the Gong with Alumni Relations Professional and Podcast Host Sean Goheen ’11; with Guest Host Jaz Azari '06Overview:
Sean Goheen '11 Liberal Arts is the Coordinator of Constituent Relations and Annual Giving for the Schreyer Honors College. Sean switches from the host’s chair to the interview chair for this episode. Guest host Jaz Azari ’06 (who appeared on episode 44) speaks with Sean about his career in student affairs and alumni relations. Sean shares his insights on Penn State Berks and leveraging relationships when the path forward is unclear, whether in your thesis or your career. He also provides the origin story for this very podcast and how he learned new skills – beyond the man...
2023-07-111h 06
Dare to DisruptRapidly Failing, Scaling, and Succeeding with Serial Entrepreneur Bill SeibelBill Seibel is a serial entrepreneur, and has played a role in 14 startups: five as founder and CEO, five as CEO, and another four as an operating executive. He is currently the Founder and CEO of Gumball, an advisory firm that has helped more than 80 CEOs scale their company rapidly by ensuring that their strategy, customer value proposition and go-to-market model are aligned to achieve their growth goals.
The Dare to Disrupt podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Penn State Smeal College of Business.
2023-07-0544 min
The People of Penn StateEpisode 38 — Managing Director of Strategy And Innovation At Wells Fargo Advisors, Joe Nadreau '93On today's episode of The People of Penn State, we're joined by Joe Nadreau (1993 - Smeal), who recently retired from his position of Managing Director of Strategy and Innovation at Wells Fargo Advisors. Joe discussed a variety of topics on the show, including being a part of the ROTC program at Penn State, the importance of mentors and mentees, driving strategy and innovation at Wells Fargo, privacy and cyber security at the company, what his retirement plans are, and much more! In addition to his core responsibilities of driving corporate strategy and ongoing innovation, Joe...
2023-06-2233 minPenn State Supply Chain PodcastMeet the CSCR Co-Research DirectorsResearch is vital to identifying organizational challenges and discovering long-term innovation in supply chain models. The Center for Supply Chain Research is committed to advancing the field of supply chain through relevant research and ever-evolving expertise. Brent Moritz and Hui Zhao, Co-Research Directors for CSCR, join us to share more about how the center accomplished that goal. Moritz and Zhao are professors at the Penn State Smeal College of Business in the Supply Chain and Information Systems Department.
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2023-05-2523 min
Dare to DisruptCheering On Women Warriors with Haley McClain HillHaley McClain Hill is the CEO and Founder of TORCH Warriorwear, a subscription, direct to consumer military apparel and lifestyle brand that celebrates, empowers, and serves current and future women warriors. She shares her experiences leading a 300-person Air Force squadron during the pandemic, cheering in the NFL, and launching her apparel company.
The Dare to Disrupt podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Penn State Smeal College of Business.
2023-05-2338 minBetter Business PodcastClimate change and commercial real estateGuests: Jason Borrelli, senior principal for operations at EQT Exeter and member of Smeal Board of Visitors and Eva Steiner, associate professor of real estate and King Family Early Career Professor at the Penn State Smeal College of Business.We’re exploring the economic costs of climate change– specifically in the commercial real estate market. From intensifying storms to rising sea levels, If you’re an investor, a business owner or tasked with expansion efforts at your company, you’ll want to hear from our guests on what they have to say about the financial toll climate change is takin...
2023-05-0236 minBetter Business PodcastFunding options for entrepreneursGuests: Charles Callahan, managing partner at Triangle Venture Partners, LLC and Jeanette Miller, assistant clinical professor of entrepreneurship and associate director of the Farrell Center for Corporate Innovation and Entrepreneurship at the Penn State Smeal College of Business.Startup and new venture funding is having a moment. A quiet moment, as recession fears, a softening tech stock market and an uncertain economic future drive new investment capital to a screeching halt. A Crunchbase report reveals that in the final 3 months of 2022, startup investments in North America dropped more than 60%, compared to the same quarter in 2021. Industry analysts say...
2023-04-2538 min
Dare to DisruptFrom Wall Street Trader to Facial Authentication Innovator with Ryan OwenRyan Owen shares his experiences as a Wall Street trader, the unique internship opportunities Penn State connected him to as a student, as well as his experience being in the World Trade Center on 9/11. He then shares the twists and turns that led him to founding his two current startups: Wicket, a software company that specializes in facial authentication solutions for venue operators and facility managers, and Cast Iron Media, a premier sports and entertainment streaming solutions company.
The Dare to Disrupt podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Penn State Smeal College...
2023-04-1942 minBetter Business PodcastThe circular economyGuests: Steve French, chief operating officer at Natural Marketing Institute and Karen Winterich, professor of marketing and Gerald I. Susman Professor in Sustainability at the Penn State Smeal College of Busienss.As we attempt to eliminate waste and slow down climate change, we’re seeing a shift to a circular economy or circular business model where products and materials are repurposed in new cycles. This has become a higher priority across the globe but the endeavor is not simple. And it’s far from becoming the norm. Only 8.6% of our world is circular, according to the 2020 Circularity Gap Repo...
2023-04-1838 minBetter Business PodcastThe leadership trajectory of women: How COVID, Roe v. Wade, and other obstacles have brought new challenges to a longstanding struggleGuest: Aparna Joshi, Arnold Family Professor of Management at the Penn State Smeal College of Business. Women have historically been underrepresented in the C-suite. For years, fewer women have ascended to leadership positions because of the so-called broken rung at the first step of management. The COVID-19 pandemic forced many more women out of the workforce -- more than men – and the overturning of Roe v. Wade means more women are at risk of advancing in the workforce. A recent study by LeanIn.org and McKinsey & Company revealed that women leaders are leaving their companies at higher rates th...
2023-04-1130 minBetter Business PodcastWhen social activists target organizationsGuest: Forrest Briscoe, professor of management and Frank and Mary Jean Smeal Research Fellow at the Penn State Smeal College of Business.From racial justice to labor reforms to environmental protections, social activists have for a long-time targeted businesses to make an impact and influence society. A recent case was when: TKTKTK. Sometimes the activism is launched from within a company…Other times it’s from the outside… today, we’re taking a closer look at the functions of social activism at the intersection of business and commerce. What are the implications of social activism within an organization. How effe...
2023-04-0427 min
Dare to DisruptIncreasing Access to Substance Use Disorder Treatment with Doug LeechDoug Leech is the Founder and CEO of Ascension Recovery Services. ). Through his own struggles with addiction and subsequent recovery, Doug developed a passion for helping those suffering from the disease of addiction and set out to increase access to substance use disorder (SUD) treatment across the country.
The Dare to Disrupt podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Penn State Smeal College of Business.
2023-03-2859 minBetter Business PodcastFriends, partners and allies: The future of U.S. trade relations abroadGuests: Pierre Cohade, independent director, advisor and an expert in China relations and Terrence Guay, clinical professor of international business, associate dean of international programs, and director of the Center for Global Business Studies at the Penn State Smeal College of Business.What is the future of globalization? There are many challenges threatening the current international trade flow – from supply chain disruptions to political roadblocks, climate threats and more. Given these challenges, how can business leaders best strategize for future growth and leverage the opportunities that come with connecting with international partners?
2023-03-2849 minBetter Business PodcastWhen the boss brings politics to work: CEO activism and how it impacts the workforceGuests: Halla Thomasdottir, chief executive officer of The B-Team—a global collective of business and civil society leaders driving a better way of doing business for people and planet—and Don Hambrick, Professor of Management and Evan Pugh University Professor at the Penn State Smeal College of Business. Once absent from social and political debates, CEOs have abandoned the traditional norm of staying silent on controversial issues. So, what happens when the boss brings politics to work? We’ll examine the trend of CEO activism and the implications for employees, shareholders and other company stakeholders.
2023-03-2141 minBetter Business PodcastThe future of work: How can managers increase flexibility without losing productivity?Guests: Andrew Moses, vice president and head of business development at MorganFranklin Consulting and Margaret Luciano, associate professor of management and organization and BNY Mellon Faculty Fellow at the Penn State Smeal College of Business. As the pandemic set in around the world, employees of organizations large and small left the office and retreated to their homes to perform their daily work. Years later, many are now demanding that those temporary work arrangements become permanent. For companies striving to retain top talent in a tight labor market, this trend has compelled many executives to re-think the work environment.
2023-03-1432 minBetter Business PodcastSupply chain disruption and the future of globalization: Is Made in America back?Guests: Jerome Griffith, chief executive officer of Lands’ End and Brent Mortiz, associate professor of supply chain management at the Penn State Smeal College of Business. The pandemic spurred widespread disruption in the global supply chain, dramatically slowing shipments, causing shortages of essential products, and creating inflationary pressures that are pinching consumers at the pump and the cash register. What’s behind all of it, and where do we go from here? We’ll examine the current state of the supply chain, how corporations are dealing with the disruption and what all this means for th...
2023-03-0727 minBetter Business PodcastRaising the minimum wage: How firms are balancing the political, financial, and labor pressuresGuests: Brian Dreibelbis, senior director of supply chain human resources and labor and employee relations at Land O’Lakes and Matt Gustafson, associate professor of finance and Stuart and Michele Rothstein Early Career Professor, at the Penn State Smeal College of Business.Despite the outcry from Americans across the political spectrum, the Federal minimum wage has not changed in 12 years. Many companies say they simply can’t afford to pay their employees more, while others assert that the status quo is too low a wage for anyone to live on.Momentum has been building for more comp...
2023-02-2835 min
Dare to DisruptEmpowering Underserved Communities with Former NFL Player Garry GilliamGarry Gilliam is the Founder and CEO of The Bridge Eco-Village, a sustainable, mixed-use community ecosystem in Harrisburg, PA. The Bridge Eco-Village will feature solutions to many of the problems facing underserved communities. Prior to founding The Bridge, Garry played in the NFL for five seasons for the Seattle Seahawks and the San Francisco 49ers.
The Dare to Disrupt podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Penn State Smeal College of Business.
2023-02-2040 minBetter Business PodcastIntroducing: the Better Business PodcastA new podcast series from the Penn State Smeal College of Business, Better Business features Smeal faculty, alumni, and executive guests exploring the issues and trends that are shaping the world of business.
2023-02-0901 min
Penn State Supply Chain PodcastThe Pending Recession: Predictions and Expectations for 2023With the United States potentially facing an economic downturn, a recession is a looming topic surfacing in many offices, boardrooms, and hallway conversations. Charles Whiteman, the John and Karen Arnold Dean of the Smeal College of Business, shares his economic expertise with us and discusses what the effects of economic uncertainty could mean for business leaders and the supply chain.
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The Dean of the Penn State Smeal College of Business oversees all aspects of one of the largest business schools in the nation. Smeal offers highly ranked programs to more than 5,000 students at all l...
2023-01-2627 min
Deans Counsel03: Charles Whiteman (Penn State) on Adapting Strategy to Overcome RoadblocksA podcast for deans and academic leadership.DEANS COUNSELJames Ellis | Moderator | Dean of the Marshall School of Business at the University of Southern California (2007-2019)David Ikenberry | Moderator | Dean of the Leeds School of Business at the University of Colorado-Boulder (2011-2016)Ken Kring | Moderator | Co-Managing Director, Global Education Practice and Senior Client Partner at Korn FerryDeansCounsel.com--EPISODE 03: Charles Whiteman (Penn State) on Adapting...
2023-01-2036 min
Dare to DisruptMaking Sustainability Convenient with Zander IsaacsonZander Isaacson is the CEO and Co-Founder of Xeal, a technology-first electric vehicle (EV) charging company operating at the intersection of real estate, mobility, clean energy, and IoT. The company secured $40M in Series B funding in November 2022 after closing an $11M series in 2021 by leading proptech and climate tech VC funds, and has already partnered with 70+ of the largest real estate companies including Lincoln Property Company, Camden, Greystar, Related, UBS, and Brookfield. Zander graduated from Penn State's Smeal College of Business.
The Dare to Disrupt podcast is made possible by the generous support of the P...
2023-01-1843 min
Dare to DisruptWinter Break Message and January Episode PreviewWe are taking a break this December, but we’ll be back in late January with an episode featuring Zander Isaacson, the co-founder of Xeal, a company that is disrupting the electric vehicle charging industry. Listen to this episode for a quick preview of the interview. Happy holidays!
The Dare to Disrupt podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Penn State Smeal College of Business.
2022-11-3001 min
Dare to DisruptEmpowering Patients with Ro Founder Rob SchutzRob Schutz is the Chief Growth Officer and Co-founder of Ro, a direct-to-patient healthcare company providing high-quality, affordable healthcare without the need for insurance. Rob guides Ro's growth, marketing and communications functions to tell Ro’s story of putting patients in control of their health. He applies his extensive experience in consumer marketing to ensure Ro is resonating with patients by directly addressing their healthcare concerns. Under Rob’s leadership, these functions have helped propel Ro into one of the fastest growing companies in the country, achieving unicorn status in 2020. Rob earned his B.S. in Management Information Systems from...
2022-10-2451 min
Dare to DisruptRejecting the Label of Disabled with Susan RobinsonSusan Robinson is a speaker, consultant and leader making an impact on the world in a truly unique way. Through her corporate and conference keynote, commencement addresses, workshops, client initiatives and writing, she masterfully blends over 25 years of multi-sector leadership with her experiences being legally blind to shift thinking, elevate potential and inspire action. She has worked with global firms and Fortune 500 companies, top not-for-profit organizations, leading universities and the United Nations. She presented a TED Talk in 2017 entitled “How I Fail at Being Disabled,” which has over 1.5M views.
The Dare to Disrupt podcast is made...
2022-09-2254 min
Dare to DisruptInnovating the Environmental Insurance Business with David RosenbergDavid Rosenberg is the former Executive Vice President and Principal at Environmental Compliance Services (ECS). David and his two partners grew ECS from a small 12 person, $5 million in annual written premium agency to a 500 person, $200 million in annual written premium agency and a leader in the environmental insurance business. ECS was sold to XL Capital Inc., a publicly held company in 1999.
The Dare to Disrupt podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Penn State Smeal College of Business.
2022-08-2535 min
Dare to DisruptOn the Forefront of Digital Advertising with Infolinks Media CEO Robert RegularRobert is a serial technology and media entrepreneur with 25 years of experience in digital media and marketing. Robert received his bachelor's degree in communications and business from Penn State.
The Dare to Disrupt podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Penn State Smeal College of Business.
2022-07-2653 min
Dare to DisruptGaming your Health with Litesprite Founder Swatee SurveSwatee Surve is the founder of Litesprite. She received her MSME in Control Systems and Biomechanics from Penn State.
The Dare to Disrupt podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Penn State Smeal College of Business.
2022-06-2752 min
Dare to DisruptRevolutionizing the Real Estate Industry with Sean BlackIn this episode of Dare to Disrupt, we speak with Sean Black, the Co-founder & CEO of Knock.com, and part of the founding team for the online real estate marketplace site Trulia.
The Dare to Disrupt podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Penn State Smeal College of Business.
2022-05-3149 minPenn State Supply Chain PodcastEpisode 11 - Talent DevelopmentThis month we are joined by Dr. Bob Novack, CSCR Director of Student Research and Outreach and Associate Professor of Supply Chain Management at the Penn State Smeal College of Business. During this episode, supply chain professionals will receive insights and tips about talent management from the perspective of a seasoned college professor interacting with top-tier talent daily. Dr. Novack and our hosts discuss what he's discovered regarding ways companies can stand out in a crowd, challenges in recruitment, and strategies for how to best connect with students.----more----
Dr. Novack is currently the CSCR Director of...
2022-04-2628 min
Dare to DisruptDisrupting the Mattress Industry with JT MarinoIn this episode of Dare to Disrupt, JT Marino describes how he and his co-founder determined all the pain points of buying a mattress to create their customer-first, mattress-in-a-box solution called Tuft & Needle, which they grew to over $250M in sales.
The Dare to Disrupt podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Penn State Smeal College of Business.
2022-04-2545 min
Smeal Lifelong Learning Podcast#43 Impact Careers: BioMagnetic Solutions, A Penn State Partner in Cancer ResearchThe market for clinical cell selection will reach $1 billion by 2030. Tune in as Smeal alumnus Ted Liberti ’03 M.S., CBO of BioMagnetic Solutions, discusses how his biotech startup's magnetic cell selection technology gives companies the tools to create cures for cancer as cell & gene therapy companies make genetically-engineered CAR-T cells for patients - the future of biotechnology. He discusses how and why he chose to bring his business to State College, and how his company is partnering with Penn State on this important research. #WeAre"If successful, CAR-T cell and gene therapies (CGT) products are a one & done tr...
2022-04-2232 min
Dare to DisruptBuilding Weebly with Founder David RusenkoIn this episode of Dare to Disrupt, we speak with David Rusenko, the Head of eCommerce at Square and founder of Weebly, which was acquired by Square in 2018 for $365M. He graduated from Penn State in 2007 with a degree in Information Sciences & Technology.
The Dare to Disrupt podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Penn State Smeal College of Business.
2022-03-2836 min
Dare to DisruptConnecting Consumers and Local Businesses with Bruce AronowIn this episode of the Dare to Disrupt podcast, Penn State Smeal College of Business alum Bruce Aronow shares how he built eLocal, a leading performance-based advertising company.
The Dare to Disrupt podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Penn State Smeal College of Business.
2022-03-0745 minSmeal Lifelong Learning Podcast#40 Ask an Expert: The Trials and Tribulations of Financial Advisors#40 Ask an Expert: The Trials and Tribulations of Financial AdvisorsTune in as Financial Advisor and Executive Director at Morgan Stanley, Mitchell Stein ’01 FIN is interviewed by alumnus Alex Sheinman ’18 ADV, Co-Founder and Executive Director of the Penn State Sports Business Conference. Mitch shares in depth insights on becoming and excelling as a financial advisor along with how hard times and using your failures can set you up for success.“Part of the day-to-day job is really to listen and understand. The best advisors out there are the best listeners.” –Mitch Stein
2022-01-2833 min
The People of Penn StateEpisode 8 — Retired U.S. Navy Lieutenant Ryan K. Brown, Jr., '13, '21gIf alumnus Ryan K. Brown, Jr. '13, '21g, were to ever write a book, it'd be titled "Staying Busy." Since graduating from the Penn State College of Arts and Architecture in 2013, Ryan has served in the United States Navy as a Lieutenant, co-founded his own Trinidadian Hot Pepper Sauce company, joined the Military Leadership Development Program at Johnson and Johnson, became a member of Alumni Council, earned his master's degree from the Smeal College of Business, and more. Ryan joined us in Episode 8 of The People of Penn State to discuss his time at...
2022-01-0640 min
The People of Penn StateEpisode 7 — Professional Track Sprint Cyclist, Mandy Marquardt '14Professional Track Sprint Cyclist Mandy Marquardt '14 joins The People of Penn State to give us an inside look at her journey to competing for the USA Cycling National Team. Diagnosed with Type-1 Diabetes at 16, Mandy has overcome challenges associated with the disease to become a 22-time U.S. National Champion, U.S. National Record holder, and Olympic hopeful. Currently pursuing her MBA with Penn State’s Smeal College of Business, Mandy is also an ambassador for many organizations, and is passionate about being a role model for children as well as for everyone affected by diabetes.
2021-12-1634 min
Dare to DisruptShaping Cultural Change with Jess Weiner Jess Weiner is a cultural expert and creative who has spent 26 years researching and educating on cultural trends in order to help people feel seen, heard + understood. She is a bestselling author, podcast host and speaker who has connected with audiences from the White House to Wall Street. In this episode, Jess discusses […]
The Dare to Disrupt podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Penn State Smeal College of Business.
2021-11-2948 min
Dare to DisruptA Pioneer in Tech: Building the Interviewing Cloud with Mo BhendeInspired by his love of hiring, Mo Bhende built Karat to unlock opportunities and transform the interviewing process by conducting highly predictive technical interviews for clients. In this episode, Bhende talks about his international travels, how he took advantage of Penn State resources, lessons learned while working for Microsoft Xbox, and how all those experiences led him […]
The Dare to Disrupt podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Penn State Smeal College of Business.
2021-10-2752 min
Following the Gong, a Podcast of the Schreyer Honors College at Penn StateFTG 0008 - ESG Considerations in Finance with Real Estate Investor Uma Pattarkine '14Guest Bio:
Uma Pattarkine ’14, ’14g Bus is the Global ESG Lead & Investment Strategy Senior Analyst at CenterSquare, where she leads their Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategy to incorporate ESG into investment decision-making and management of listed and direct investments. Their research demonstrates embedding ESG considerations into their investment process provides opportunities to create value, reduce risk, and generate superior investment returns. Uma graduated from Penn State with Interdisciplinary Honors and High Distinction, earning a BS in Finance with a minor in International Business, a BS in Accounting, and a Master of Accountancy in 2014, all from the Penn...
2021-10-191h 00
Following the Gong, a Podcast of the Schreyer Honors College at Penn StateFTG 0007 - Early Registration with Smeal College of Business Academic Support Pro Matt Mignogna '18Guest Bio:
Matt Mignogna ’18 Lib, ’18g Edu joined the Smeal College of Business eLearning Design & Innovation Group as an instructional designer in 2021, but has been with the Smeal College of Business at Penn State since 2018, previously serving as an Academic Advisor. Matt earned both his degrees from Penn State: an M.Ed. in Learning, Design, and Technology from the College of Education and a BA with honors in Psychology with a minor in Italian from the College of the Liberal Arts, both in 2018. While eLDIG is Matt's first formal role as an instructional designer, his professional career has...
2021-10-0543 min
Dare to DisruptRiding the Founder’s Wave with Matt BrezinaMatt Brezina, a 2003 Schreyer and College of Engineering grad, shares the stories behind starting software company Xobni and greeting card company Sincerely.
The Dare to Disrupt podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Penn State Smeal College of Business.
2021-09-2949 min
Dare to DisruptTeaser: Dare to DisruptThis podcast is about Penn State alumni who are innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders, and the stories behind their success.
The Dare to Disrupt podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Penn State Smeal College of Business.
2021-09-1400 minSmeal Lifelong Learning Podcast#34 The Trade Debate: Looking Back & Moving ForwardAlumnus trade expert and avid Smeal volunteer, William (Bill) C. Lane ’75 ACCT, ’79 M A was recently the Executive Director of the free trade advocacy coalition, Trade For America. Prior, Bill led Caterpillar’s global governmental affairs team retiring after a 40-year career which included being a top lobbyist in Washington D.C. In this episode, Bill discusses the changes in trade due to the pandemic and the future of globalization as well as the value of his Penn State education. #WeAre"The lessons learned during this period of time are going to be studied and restudied.”– William (Bill) C. Lane
2021-06-2537 min
The TreppWire Podcast: A Commercial Real Estate Show83. Managing Real Estate Risk with Dr. Eva Steiner, Penn State Smeal College of BusinessIn a special guest episode, we welcome Dr. Eva Steiner, Associate Professor of Real Estate at the Penn State Smeal College of Business to discuss managing risk in commercial real estate. Professor Steiner discusses several of her studies and dives into the rate of return of real estate, private equity investments in the hotel industry, the impact of PPP loans on the competitive behavior of hotels, and more.
Episode Notes:
• Rate of return of real estate (1:00)
• Private equity investment in the hotel industry (6:49)
• Oversaturation in the markets (13:57)
• Impact of PPP loans on the competitive behavior of hotels (16:25)
• Link between credit market con...
2021-05-2531 min
MBA Insider#93: An Inside Look at the MBA Program at Penn State’s Smeal College of BusinessRyan Hess is the Interim Director of Admissions at Penn State’s Smeal College of Business. During our conversation, Ryan spoke about his career in admissions and his journey to Smeal, what makes Smeal’s MBA program unique, and the culture and community at Smeal.
2021-03-0729 minSmeal Lifelong Learning Podcast#29 Smeal Entrepreneur: The BeantownBoys DJ-Duo, Building a Successful ‘Side Gig’Smeal alumnus JD Donley '16 MKTG is a Customer Success Specialist III, Supervisor at connectRN Inc. while working on his side gig, The BeantownBoys, with Penn State College of Engineering alumnus, Joe Roberto, '16 BME! In this episode, JD discusses his and Joe’s side gig and how this passion has helped him be successful in his day job, as well as their roadblocks, accomplishments, motivational tactics and why teamwork makes for dream work with the right partner!"How I keep myself busy outside of work helps me bring a positive mindset to my day job.”–JD Donley
2021-01-2935 min
Beyond the SkylineInterview: Chris Sherman, president, Sherman AssociatesIn December, Sherman Associates announced that Chris Sherman would take over as president of the company founded by his father.
Chris Sherman first joined Sherman Associates when he was a teenager and later joined as a full-time employee after earning a Bachelor of Science degree from Penn State Smeal College of Business. Most recently, Sherman held the role of senior vice president of operations and capital markets.
Sherman Associates has more than $4 billion in commercial, residential, hospitality and for-sale assets. More than 8,000 housing units, four hotels and nearly 1 million square feet of commercial real estate make up its portfolio, according...
2021-01-1524 min
Biotech 2050 Podcast29. Breakthrough imaging device for noninvasive cancer detection: Bob Proulx, CEO Imagion BiosystemsBob has been President of Imagion Biosystems since February 2015 and has led the company through the recent restructuring and recapitalization efforts. Previous employment experience includes Pres/GM for Silicon Biosystems and a career in marketing and sales management with more than 25 years experience in the computer, life science and medical diagnostics industries, e.g. Vice President Marketing and Sales for Nanogen, Inc., Senior Vice President of Marketing and Business Development at Gene Logic, and General Manager, Life Sciences at IGEN International, Inc. Mr. Proulx holds an M.A. and B.A. from The State University of New York at Albany...
2020-09-0925 minSmeal Lifelong Learning Podcast#19 Expert Tips: Managing Your Portfolio Post COVIDDr. Tim Simin, Associate Professor and Research Fellow in Finance at Penn State Smeal College of Business, provides information on best investment practices during uncertain times. In this episode, Tim discusses methodology that worked prior to the pandemic that may not be successful now, types of risk factors to consider, the CARES Act impact, and the difference in managing portfolios depending on where you are at in your career journey - close to retirement or decades away.“The hardest thing for most investors to manage when the market tanks or becomes volatile is fear.” –Dr. Tim Simin
2020-07-1721 minSmeal Lifelong Learning Podcast#18 Credit Ratings: Metrics of RiskDescription:Dr. Jess Cornaggia, Alumni Professor of Finance in Penn State Smeal College of Business provides information on credit ratings which he has been researching for the last ten years. Dr. Cornaggia explains how company credit ratings can work for both large and small companies, the impact of COVID-19 on credit ratings, and how they can be used to help you in a job search.“Employees at any level that are involved in the company’s financial decision making, be it a CFO or entry level analyst, will have a part to play in managing the firm...
2020-07-1727 minSmeal Lifelong Learning Podcast#16 Virtual Networking in the Age of Covid-19Alumni Career Services Career Coach, Doreen Glenning uses her 25 years of corporate recruiting experience with Fortune 500 companies to help you virtually network into your next position. Learn about the use of social media tools, best practices for network engagement, handling rejection and the many resources available through the Penn State and Smeal alumni network. Listen in and learn to love networking!"Managing your career, much like managing a business, depends on building relationships.”—Doreen Glenning
2020-05-2926 minSmeal Lifelong Learning Podcast#13 Smeal Professional Graduate Programs: Leading the Way in #LifelonglearningDr. Brian Cameron, Associate Dean of Professional Graduate Programs, discusses how Penn State Smeal College of Business leads the way in the creation of "stackable" online and residential programs with a wide variety of concentrations, choice, and flexibility. In the online space, Smeal offers one of the most robust and flexible portfolio of specialty master's programs and graduate certificates in the country. This portfolio is designed to enhance skill development and support an individual's 'portfolio career'. Brian shares the latest trends in business higher education, for example "stackable" programs allowing professionals to acquire a certificate and then continue on to...
2020-03-2735 minSmeal Lifelong Learning Podcast#12 Smeal Entrepreneurs - Finding Passion Through Creativity and StorytellingSmeal alumnus and entrepreneur Nick Savino ('18 Marketing) started his company NGS Productions right out of Penn State. Nick will discuss what led him to find his passion, how his parents have influenced his career decision, how supportive the Penn State network has been, and his future plans for NGS Productions. Nick will also talk about two of his videos that went viral - one of them being all things Penn State…We are!"Creative storytelling is the most powerful marketing tool when it comes to communicating your business and brand. These stories really allow people to resonate an...
2020-03-1320 min
The PodCACHES1E6 - "Army of Unicorns" with Carrie Marcinkevage, Penn State UniversityThis episode takes us to Happy Valley, Pennsylvania where we interviewed Carrie Marcinkevage from Penn State University. Working on a shared vision for CRM, they have seen great success in the Smeal College of Business. Carrie told us about her PhD candidacy and topics she is studying; her dissertation will be on CRM Critical Success Factors in Higher Education. We learned about success factors in other industries and ethics in data collection and usage. It was also shared that she has an "army of unicorns" now after using this as their mascot for their CRM efforts.
If you are interested i...
2019-07-1643 minSmeal Lifelong Learning Podcast#3 A Passionate Outlook on Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Continued LearningDr. Shawn Clark, Clinical Professor of Innovation and Entrepreneurship and Director of Farrell Center for Corporate Innovation and Entrepreneurship, gives us his take on the future of work and key trends related to innovation and entrepreneurship. His lively commentary gives listeners a glimpse into what his courses are like, including the new online Graduate Certificate in Corporate Innovation and Entrepreneurship offered by Smeal and delivered by Penn State's World Campus.“My advice is to follow technology advances and trends. Scan the environment and business periodicals so you know what is going on and if your organization or career st...
2019-05-1728 min
Absolute Advantage PodcastBecome an Ace and Soar as a Leader, with Ken PaschKen Pasch brings over 30 years experience in revolutionizing leader development within a broad range of organizations, including the U.S. Military, Johnson & Johnson, the American College of Healthcare Executives, and the Pennsylvania Department of Health. He is the founder of KiVisions, Inc., which advises good people on how to become great leaders, and serves as faculty in executive education at the Smeal College of Business at Penn State University. Pasch is a retired Lt. Colonel in the U.S. Air Force, where he served proudly and with distinction. ----- Ken Pasch won the lottery decades...
2018-06-2046 min
Democracy WorksWhen the “business of business” bleeds into politicsWhat is the role of a corporation in a democracy? If you asked Milton Friedman, the answer would be none at all. He famously said in the 1970s that the only corporate social responsibility a company has is to turn a profit for its shareholders.
Forrest Briscoe
Some 40 years later, the answer to that question looks very different. Companies are increasingly stepping up to fill what they perceive to be a void left by polarized and paralyzed government. In the past year, we’ve seen Patagonia advocating to protect national parks from the Trump administration and Dick’s Spo...
2018-06-1126 min
Democracy WorksWhen the “business of business” bleeds into politicsWhat is the role of a corporation in a democracy? If you asked Milton Friedman, the answer would be none at all. He famously said in the 1970s that the only corporate social responsibility a company has is to turn a profit for its shareholders.
Forrest Briscoe
Some 40 years later, the answer to that question looks very different. Companies are increasingly stepping up to fill what they perceive to be a void left by polarized and paralyzed government. In the past year, we’ve seen Patagonia advocating to protect national parks from the Trump administration and Dick’s Spo...
2018-06-1126 min
The Touch MBA Admissions Podcast#62 Penn State Smeal MBA Program & Admissions Interview with Stacey Peeler - "Best of Both Worlds"Looking for an intimate MBA experience but want the benefits of a large alumni network at a good cost? Get the inside scoop on what makes the Smeal MBA unique and its admissions process – straight from MBA Admissions Director Stacey Peeler.
Go to http://www.touchmba.com/smeal-mba-admissions-interview for a full breakdown of the program's key advantages and fast facts about admissions, financing, and careers at Penn State University's Smeal College of Business MBA program.
2014-10-3135 minThe Touch MBA Admissions Podcast#62 Penn State Smeal MBA Program & Admissions Interview with Stacey Peeler - "Best of Both Worlds"Looking for an intimate MBA experience but want the benefits of a large alumni network at a good cost? Get the inside scoop on what makes the Smeal MBA unique and its admissions process – straight from MBA Admissions Director Stacey Peeler.
Go to http://www.touchmba.com/smeal-mba-admissions-interview for a full breakdown of the program's key advantages and fast facts about admissions, financing, and careers at Penn State University's Smeal College of Business MBA program.
2014-10-3135 minThe Touch MBA Admissions Podcast#62 Penn State Smeal MBA Program & Admissions Interview with Stacey Peeler - "Best of Both Worlds"Looking for an intimate MBA experience but want the benefits of a large alumni network at a good cost? Get the inside scoop on what makes the Smeal MBA unique and its admissions process – straight from MBA Admissions Director Stacey Peeler.
Go to http://www.touchmba.com/smeal-mba-admissions-interview for a full breakdown of the program's key advantages and fast facts about admissions, financing, and careers at Penn State University's Smeal College of Business MBA program.
2014-10-3135 min
Portland Private Wealth Management BlogDo Your Own Homework Listen to Podcast'I trust only those statistics I have manipulated myself’ is a quote often attributed to Sir Winston Churchill. When it comes investing, and speaking from experience, it is best to do your own homework. Wall Street is a business of selling information to people to get them to buy or sell something in order to generate a fee. While some research from Wall Street is very good, most of must be taken with a grain of salt. There is no definitive study that proves that Wall Street research is good, in fact, it is qu...
2008-10-2124 min