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| SCHULICH ALUMNI NEWSLETTER
July/August 2023
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| Message from the President of the
Graduate Business Council
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Dear Alumni,
As the GBC President, it is my utmost pleasure to extend my heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of you who have graced Schulich with your presence and support throughout the years.
Your contributions have helped shape Schulich into the extraordinary place it is today. We are honoured to stand on the shoulders of giants, to walk the path paved by your accomplishments, and to carry the torch of excellence that you have passed on to us.
Your achievements serve as a constant reminder that with hard work, dedication, and passion, we can achieve greatness in our chosen endeavours. Being part of the alumni community means being part of something much greater than ourselves. It means upholding the values and traditions that have defined Schulich for generations. It means becoming a part of a global network of individuals who are making a difference in their communities and industries.
As the graduating class of 2023, we are excited to be part of the strong alumni community. Together, we can create a legacy that will inspire future generations and leave an indelible mark on the world. Thank you for your unwavering support and for being an integral part of Schulich’s rich history. We look forward to embarking on this exciting journey together.
With heartfelt gratitude and warm regards,
Priyanka
Priyanka Malik (MBA '23)
President, Graduate Business Council
Schulich School of Business - York University
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CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2023
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 Schulich congratulates more than 700 new graduates this Spring and we celebrated this milestone during the Convocation ceremony held on June 23, 2023. Fatima Israel (MBA '06) addressed our graduating students with words full of inspiration and passion that left a lasting impression on our newest group of alumni. As a new graduate, you are now a part of the Schulich Global Alumni Network of over 35,000 members, with 90+ alumni chapters in over 60 countries. Congratulations to all and welcome to the Network! To view photos of our Convocation, click here.
To join the Schulich Alumni Hub, please visit schulichalumniconnect.com
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 | We are pleased to share our new members of the Dean's Strategic Council. Congratulations to Arlene Ingram (IMBA ’99), Claude LeBlanc (BBA ’86, MBA ’91), Dennis Mitchell (MBA ’03), Eva Lau (MBA ‘05), Heather Cobb (IMBA ’00), John Ruffolo (BBA ’88), Juhi Kumar (MBA ’07), Kishore Moorjani (BBA ’94, MBA ’95), Dr. Narendra Singh, (EMBA ‘17, Hon LLD ‘18), Ozench F. Ibrahim, CPA, CA, MAcc, Raj Mehta (IMBA ’95), Reetu Gupta (MBA ’08), Rosamond Price (IMBA ’05) and Sasha Krstic (IMBA ’03). Thank you for your commitment to our school and may your leadership continue to make a positive impact on the lives of our students and alumni.
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 Showcasing reflections and commentary from Schulich's thought leaders on the latest emerging trends in management and the world of business.
This month's Dean's Desk features CPA Ontario Centre in Digital Financial Information and how it is on the leading edge of the digital transformation revolutionizing the accounting profession. Read More.
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| Tech MBA Advisory Council
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 Meet the impressive newly formed Advisory Council supporting the launch and growth of our new MBA in Technology Leadership at the Schulich School of Business. Congratulations to Council members Connie Bonello (BBA '88), Ramanpreet Boparai (IMBA '05), Anna Maria Ewing (MBA '88), Gale Geddes, Saleem Janmohamed (BBA '89, MBA '90), Veronique Lafargue (MBA '98), Eva Lau (MBA '05), Pam Laycock (MBA '89), Claude LeBlanc (MBA '91), Kin Lee-Yow (EMBA '07), Paul Lewis, Keith Loo (MBA '12), Rishan Lye, Dr. David Markwell (MBA '08), David McQueen, Bobby Molu (MBA '96), Stefan Popowycz, Eugene Roman, John Ruffolo (BBA '88), Riddhi Sen (IBBA '10), Sanjay Tugnait, and Mary Ann Yule (EMBA '11) for spearheading this program forward. Read More.
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| Launch of Schulich Startups Pitch Advisory Council
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 We are pleased to share the launch of the Pitch Deck Advisory Council, designed to support founders in the Schulich Startups community. The Council consists of 12 visionary Schulich Alumni and Instructors – all active members within the venture capital community. Read More.
Photo: Top Row (left to right): Snita Balsara (MBA '12), Peyvand Melati (EMBA '18), Abdel Ali, CFA (MBA '21), Leah Perry (MBA '22)
Middle Row (left to right): Mudit Rawat (MBA '09), Ujwal Arkalgud (MBA '09), Sarah Willson, Tarun Agarwal, CFA, CA (MBA '20)
Bottom Row (left to right): Artem Chaykovskyy (JD/MBA '24), Shelley Li (MBA '19), Stuart Browne (MBA '09), Nikhil Nayar (IMBA '21), Ujwal Arkalgud (MBA '09)
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| New Chapter Announcement - LA
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 We are thrilled to announce the relaunch of a new Chapter in LA. Thank you to our fabulous Chapter Presidents Pranav Dalal (MBA '96) and Aastha Lal (BBA '10) for spearheading this. Please stay tuned for exciting events and opportunities coming up in the next few months. To join the LA group on our Schulich Alumni Hub, please visit here.
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| Celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day
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We are pleased to announce that Kristin Murray has been appointed Executive-in-Residence on Indigenous Initiatives at Schulich. Kristin is the former Mayor of Timmins, Ontario. A proud member of the Chapleau Cree First Nation, Kristin is a strong advocate and specializes in Indigenous knowledge sharing, intersectional diversity and Afro-Indigenous identity.
In her new Executive-in-Residence role at Schulich, Kristin will help us in our ongoing efforts to make our School a more welcoming and inclusive place for Indigenous peoples. She will also serve as a bridge to connect Schulich to various First Nation leaders and will help with outreach and engagement with Indigenous communities.
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| Applications are Open for 2023 Sustainable Infrastructure Fellowship Program
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| Dr. L.O. Bradley Honoured with Legacy Scholarship
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|  Schulich is proud to announce the establishment of the Dr. L. O. Bradley Leadership Entrance Award, a $250,000 legacy scholarship in honour of the late Dr. L.O. Bradley. The Award will support two Master of Health Industry Administration (MHIA) students with $12,500 each. These outstanding students will have shown leadership, innovation, and community involvement, attracting top health industry talents to Schulich. Read more about Dr. L.O. Bradley and the prestigious Dr. L. O. Bradley Leadership Entrance Award here.
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| Marcia Annisette Receives University Professor Honour
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|  | We are delighted to share that Marcia Annisette, Professor of Accounting received the honour of University Professor during the Schulich School of Business Convocation Ceremony on June 23, 2023.
Professor Annisette is an outstanding scholar, teacher and administrator who has attained international recognition for her research and made important contributions to our institution. This highly prestigious honour is in recognition of her great achievements and her lasting contributions.
Pictured above (L to R): Marcia Annisette, Professor of Accounting with Kathleen Taylor (MBA/JD ’84, Hon LLD ’14), Chancellor, York University.
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SAVE THE DATE: WHAT'S NEXT @ VANCOUVER
Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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SAVE THE DATE: WHAT'S NEXT @ CALGARY
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Details and RSVP
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| | Schulich Community Updates
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| Schulich Announces Launch of New Venture Academy
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The Schulich Venture Academy will launch four Schulich Masterclass Venture Certificates focused on leadership roles, identified by Schulich and its faculty, industry advisors and alumni as crucial to fueling the country’s next wave of tech ecosystem growth. Read More.
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| RBC-Schulich Forum Explores How SMEs Manage Global Supply Chains
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 Last month, Schulich hosted the eighth annual RBC-Schulich Enterprise Forum, “Managing International Supply Chains: Successfully Navigating the Turbulence.” The Forum featured a panel of experts who shared insights on navigating disrupted international supply chains and discussed how to empower Canadian businesses with the tools required to thrive in the ever-changing global landscape. Read More.
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| Alumnus Visits Schulich Campus
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 Adrian Chau (MBA ’00) Co-Presidents for our Hong Kong Alumni Chapter, visited us last month to discuss ways to collaborate in the future on strengthening the student experience and the profile of our school. With lots of exciting plans in the making, we look forward to building on the momentum and provide value to our students and alumni.
Pictured above (left to right): Dean Detlev Zwick, Adrian Chau (MBA ’00), Christina Niederwanger, Executive Director, Office of Advancement and Alumni Engagement
If you are interested to connect, engage, volunteer and give back to your School, please visit here.
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Congratulations to Roshni Wijayasinha, CM, MBA (MBA ’09) for being named the Schulich Startups Community Leader of the Year in recognition of her commitment as a long-time active community leader. Read More.
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| Congratulations to the newest board members for Polaris Renewable Energy Inc. Catherine Fagnan (EMBA '19) and Adarsh Mehta (EMBA '10). Read More.
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| Congratulations to Adrian Corsin (BBA ’08) on becoming the new Managing Director for The Mugler Fashion House. Read More.
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| Aya Gold & Silver strengthens board diversity through the appointment of new Director Annie Torkia Lagacé (EMBA ’18). Read More.
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| Stonebridge Financial announces Daniel Simunac (MBA '06) as Co-Chief Executive Officer. Read More.
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| Arizona Sonoran announces AGM Results and the appointment of Isabella Bertani (BBA ’88, MBA ’98) to the Board of Directors. Read More.
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| | Catching Up With Schulich Faculty
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| New research shows women-led startups are evaluated less favourably than men-led startups because of “benevolent sexism.” This research was co-authored by Ivona Hideg, Associate Professor and Ann Brown Chair in Organization Studies at the Schulich School of Business, Yuval Engel, Associate Professor of Entrepreneurship at the Amsterdam Business School, Frédéric Godart, Associate Professor of Organizational Behaviour at INSEAD, and Nhu Nguyen, a Ph.D. student in Organizational Behaviour at the Desautels Faculty of Management. Read more.
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| New research co-authored by Geoffrey M. Kistruck, Professor and RBC Chair in Social Innovation & Impact at the Schulich School of Business shows that “growth mindset training” – the powerful awareness that abilities can improve through experimentation and failure – can make entrepreneurs more confident and action-oriented. Read more.
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| New research, co-authored by Linda Thorne, Professor of Accounting at the Schulich School of Business, two former PhD students at Schulich, Pier-Luc Nappert, an Assistant Professor of Accounting at Laval University, Carolyn McTavish, an Associate Professor of Accounting at Wilfrid Laurier University, and Sameera Hassan, a current Schulich PhD student shows that the likelihood of professional accountants reporting illegal acts by their employers or clients will increase as a result of new, explicit wording that has been added to an international code of ethics. Read more.
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| BBA and iBBA Classes of 2008, 2013 and 2018 Reunion Celebration
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 On June 1, 2023, we hosted a fantastic reunion to celebrate the BBA and iBBA Classes of 2008, 2013 and 2018. It was an absolute delight to catch up after all these years, to reconnect, share memories, and celebrate achievements, both personally and professionally, from these Reunion Years. Thank you to our Reunion Ambassadors Jaspal Sangha (iBBA ’13) and Gurvinder Bhatti (BBA ’13) for spearheading this forward. To see more photos from the event, please visit here.
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| Alumni Volunteer Thank You Reception 2023
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 On June 10, 2023 we celebrated and honoured our incredible community of supporters. To all our alumni volunteers, we thank you for your unwavering dedication, time, and energy. You play a pivotal role in shaping the experiences and opportunities we offer our students. With lots on the go, we look forward to continuing to work with you to create a more vibrant and engaging alumni community. It is indeed a privilege. To view photos from the event, please visit here.
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 On June 12, 2023, we celebrated the launch of our new Art Catalogue. This catalogue illustrates the realization of a vision to integrate art and architecture as a key part of the Schulich experience. To view the digital copy of the book, please visit here.
Pictured above (left to right): Marko Samardzija, Dezsö J. Horváth, Dean Emeritus, Schulich School of Business, Judy Schulich, Detlev Zwick, Dean, Schulich School of Business, Cheryl McEwen, James McKeller, Christina Niederwanger.
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| Alumni Social - Dallas-Forth Worth
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 Last month, the Schulich Alumni community in Dallas-Fort Worth gathered together for the first time. It was a wonderful evening of making new connections and friends. A special thank you to our exceptional Chapter President, Terry Travis (MBA '98) for successfully organizing the first of many Dallas-Fort Worth alumni gatherings.
To join the Dallas-Forth Worth group on our Schulich Alumni Hub, please visit here.
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| Schulich Women in Business
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 On June 20, 2023, we hosted our annual Women in Business event at KPMG in Toronto, where we saw over 100 attendees, including alumni, current students, and prospective students come together. It was an empowering gathering that showcased the strength and ambition of our community.
Our keynote speaker, Anna Maria Ewing (MBA '88), shared her inspiring journey that started in the bustling streets of New York City, working at one the world's largest financial firms, Merrill Lynch, where she played a pivotal role in harnessing the power of technology. Anna is currently one of the founding members of Schulich’s Advisory Council for our newest Tech MBA program.
Thank you to Allie Simpson (MBA '18), Tahniat Khan (MMAI '22), and Nicole Alie (MBA '17) for graciously offering the crowd a glimpse into the diverse and exciting career paths that lie ahead.
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| Schulich Finance Alumni Association Summer Social
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 On June 20, 2023, we hosted the Schulich Finance Alumni Association (SFAA) Summer Social. It was wonderful to see our alumni coming together to network, reconnect and make new friends. A special thank you to our SFAA Co-Presidents, Gregory Pau (MBA '89) and Nicole Song (iBBA’12) for playing such a key role in organizing this event. To view pictures from the night, please visit here.
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| 4th Annual SRPAA Golf Classic Raises Funds for Black and Indigenous Schulich Students
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 On June 28, 2023, the SRPAA hosted its 4th Annual Golf Classic event at Piper’s Heath in support of future Black and Indigenous Schulich Real Estate and Infrastructure students. Special thanks to the Organizing Committee and Gold Sponsors York University Development Corporation, Dorsay Development Corporation, and Belmont Equity Partners; Premium Hole Sponsors: RYCOM, Valleymede, and McCarthy Tetrault; Hole Sponsors: Torys, Quality Allied Elevator, CanFirst Capital Management, Manulife Investment Management, Prombank, RealSage, Atena Building Group, Chartwell Retirement Residences, Select Hospitality Systems Ltd; Marketing Partner: TREL: Toronto Real Estate Leaders and Hole in One Sponsor: Woodbine Nissan.
Photo (L to R): Michael Krasic (MREI ’18) and Imran Mangalji (MREI ’18), Co-Chairs of the SRPAA Golf Classic Tournament.
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 The Schulich Pride Alliance (SPA) recently hosted their flagship event SPECTRUM 2023. The annual conference promotes LGBTQ+ visibility and aims to foster a sense of community among business students and professionals. Read More.
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Summer Book Recommendations
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As we head into summer, here are our top book recommendations for the season.
Recommended by Pam Laycock (MBA '89), President Schulich Global Alumni Network, our number one pick is Good to Great by Jim Collins.
To submit your own recommendation, please visit here.
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