International Woman's Day panel discussion: roundupOn March 8, 2021, the Alberta Investment Management Corporation and the Alberta School of Business recognized International Women's Day with a panel discussion to discuss advancing women in the corporate, political and academic spectrums. Here's a roundup of the event, including the discussion recording, key takeaways and a spoken word performance from Nisha Patel ('15 BCom,) Edmonton's Poet Laureate and Canadian Individual Poetry Slam Champion.
Business PhD student appointed to new federal Task Force on Women in the EconomyRaylene Whitford brings a unique experience to a national group advising the Canadian government on equitable economic recovery from a pandemic that is disproportionately affecting women.
COVID-19 pandemic: one year onIt’s been one year since the majority of students, staff and faculty at the University of Alberta have stepped foot on campus. Four Alberta School of Business Faculty reflect on the challenges and opportunities of the past year.
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February Awards And AccoladesJoin us as we celebrate the achievements of Business faculty, staff, students and alumni, like Trish Reay, associate dean, PhD and research, whose co-authored paper won SAGE journals' 2021 Strategic Organization Best SO!apbox Essay Award.
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Dedicated to removing barriersAs assistant dean of equity, diversity and inclusion with the Alberta School of Business, Michelle Inness is committed to transparency and creating an environment where all students feel safe and supported.
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The Captain and the Mad HatterOlive J. Caldwell and Doris Charlesworth were the first two women Alberta School of Business graduates to walk the convocation stage nearly 100 years ago, paving the way for generations of future businesswomen.
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Alumna with a passion for learning and supporting her communityA dedicated community member, Charlene Butler ('09 MBA) talks about the importance of volunteering, investing in mentoring young entrepreneurs and giving back.
Family Enterprise Leadership Series March 30 is the second session of ABFI's Family Enterprise Leadership Series: Business Continuity within the Family Business presented by Kent Coulter. Learn what it takes to prepare and plan for your family enterprise to last. Registration for this event is free.
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ICYMI: EE Football Club discussionIn a talk presented by Syncrude, EE Football Club quarterback Trevor Harris and wide receiver Greg Ellingson talked about how they’ve dealt with personal and professional failure. Here's the discussion recording, sketch notes and takeaways from the event.
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There’s a new player in townFour MBA graduates are bringing new ideas to Edmonton’s food scene with their latest venture, JustCook Kitchens.
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Lifting up Black successRobert Tyndale, (‘10 BCom) is bringing his experiences navigating the professional space as a Black entrepreneur to his latest venture, Return On Colour, an online directory of Black-owned businesses, experts and organizations in Alberta.
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Supporting entrepreneursMarcela Mandeville (‘96 BCom, ‘14 MBA) is the CEO of Alberta Women Entrepreneurs. Her love of learning has taken her to the Alberta School of Business, the world of international trade, growing her own business and helping others do the same.
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