Extracting Value from Difference: Native American Alumnus Ron Brien Shares How His Journey Through The Consortium Informed His Life Philosophy
When Ron Brien joined The Consortium over 25 years ago, he sought to jumpstart his career, see the world and be a role model for other Native Americans and minorities. […]
Columbia MBA Maleni Palacios Leverages Her Experiences as a First-Generation American and Student to Foster Community
A first-generation American, Maleni Palacios knows what it’s like to grow up between two worlds. Raised in a small immigrant community nestled within a wealthy neighborhood, Palacios spent much of […]
National Small Business Week Spotlight: Consortium Alumni Share Their Entrepreneurial Vision and Advice
In recognition of National Small Business Week (April 28-May 4), we are shining a light on the contributions made by Consortium alumni entrepreneurs and small business owners. Through our Alumni […]
Educational Inequities Inspired These MBAs to Dedicate Their Lives to Fostering Equal Opportunity for All
Inspired by their own educational experiences and having witnessed the disparity between others’ and their own, Consortium alumni Scott Lan and Alaina Flowers are working to be part of the […]
Ross MBA Alumnus Edward Beltran Is Helping Companies Improve Their Culture One Conversation at a Time
Edward Beltran is an advocate for being uncomfortable. As a young man, discomfort was something that was first thrust upon him — as he experienced the gentrification of his San […]
First-Year MBAs Open Up About Second-Semester Challenges, Balancing Extracurriculars and Coursework
With the second semester at its halfway point, first-year MBAs are becoming masters of time management as they explore their unique business interests while engaging in extracurriculars and assuming leadership […]
How Student Loans and Military Service Helped this MBA Learn the Value of Personal Finance
For Michael Dunn, going to college always seemed certain. How he would pay for it was the hazy part. Born into a family of modest means, Dunn and his younger […]
These Leaders Are Moving the Needle for Underrepresented Minorities in Business
Every year, The Consortium recognizes individuals and organizations that embody its mission, with several awards. In 2020, The Consortium honored seven individuals and one company for their work to advance […]
More than Conductors, Union Pacific Seeks Curious MBAs with a Passion for Lifelong Learning
When Jeff Sebree began his career at Union Pacific nearly 21 years ago, he was excited just be able to use his finance background, not to mention his MBA education. […]
Tepper School of Business Works to Enhance MBAs’ Leadership Skills through Exposure to the Arts
When it comes to being a leader, competencies like self-awareness, empathy and critical thinking are essential. Yet, these are skills that business schools have traditionally failed to cultivate. A new […]