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| SCHULICH ALUMNI NEWSLETTER
November 2023
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Kellogg-Schulich EMBA Program Ranked #1 in Canada
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 Would you like to develop your strategic decision-making, create breakthrough solutions, and identify critical moments of convergence where purpose is transformed into action? Explore how you can embark on your transformative journey towards Leadership and Impact with Canada’s No1. Executive MBA - Financial Times of London. Contact the Kellogg Schulich EMBA team to submit your resume and learn more - emba@schulich.yorku.ca
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Master of Marketing Program Ranked #1 in Canada
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 Schulich’s Master of Marketing program was ranked #1 in Canada and 10th overall in North America by QS. In addition, the program was ranked 10th in the world in the category of Alumni Outcomes. Read More.
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Alumni Recognition Awards 2023
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 | Last month we had the privilege of recognizing the exceptional achievements of three remarkable Schulich alumni at the 2023 Alumni Recognition Awards. Congratulations to Dennis Mitchell (MBA ’03), Michon Williams (MBA ’08) and Ron Sidon (MBA ’68) for your dedication, excellence and profound impact in Finance, Technology, Engineering and Entrepreneurship. Your successes are inspiring!
Pictured above (Left to Right): Dean Detlev Zwick, Ron Sidon (MBA '68), Michon Williams (MBA '08), Dennis Mitchell (MBA '03) and Pam Laycock (MBA '89), President, Schulich Global Alumni Network.
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 We are excited to share our November edition of Alumni on the Move, highlighting and celebrating the remarkable achievements of our global alumni network. Click here to see the video. New Job, Promotion, or Board Appointment? Please email us at alumni@schulich.yorku.ca.
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 Our alumni, faculty members and staff, and the entire Schulich community send their heartfelt congratulations to the Class of 2023! Last month, we welcomed over 500 new Schulich graduates to our thriving 35,000+ Global Alumni Network. We commend you on your incredible achievement in your academic and professional journey.
Stay connected by joining the Schulich School of Business Global Alumni Network - Official Group and our Schulich Alumni Hub here.
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 Mark your calendar for Schulich Giving Day 2023, on Tuesday, November 28. We are pleased to introduce Anna Ewing (MBA ’88) as the Schulich Giving Day 2023 Inaugural Honorary Chair. Anna Ewing is a Board Member, Advisor and Former CIO of Nasdaq.
We have expanded our goal to $200,000 this year and are excited to announce that Schulich alumni Peter Mackenzie (MBA ’86) and Kate Zeidler, Marti Morfitt (MBA ’86), Brian Lau (MBA ’91) and Gemma Lau, and the Estate of George Svec (MBA ’69) and Katherine Meaney Svec will be generously supporting Schulich Giving Day with a combined match of $100,000. All donations received from November 1 to November 28 will be eligible for this match.
Thank you to all the Schulich Alumni who have already supported the campaign. To contribute early or learn more visit here.
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| Schulich Alumni Chapters Global Strategy Sessions
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 In October, Dean Detlev Zwick, Pam Laycock (MBA '89), President of the Global Alumni Network, Christina Niederwanger, Executive Director, Advancement and Alumni Engagement, and Karina Butzek-Morris, Director of Alumni Engagement, hosted three virtual strategy sessions which brought together 38 of our Alumni Chapter Presidents from 27 cities across the globe. These discussions gathered valuable insights and suggestions on expanding our global network further to leverage and support our diverse and inclusive global community. To connect with our Global Alumni Chapter Ambassadors, click here.
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 From the Dean's Desk is Schulich's monthly series delving into business trends and thought leadership.
In this month’s column, David Rice, Executive Director of FMI and Associate Professor of Marketing, explains how Schulich’s Future of Marketing Institute has established itself as the leading global think-tank promoting research, teaching, and outreach on “future-of-marketing” topics. Read More.
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EMBA KS21 Cohort Raises $19,000
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 Congratulations to the Kellogg-Schulich Executive MBA KS21 cohort for raising nearly $19,000 for the KSAA Diversity and Inclusion Award! This award recognizes one EMBA student who has made a meaningful impact on, and has shown a continued commitment to, the advancement of underrepresented groups, including Black, Indigenous, People of Colour, Women, Disabled, and 2SLGBTQ+ communities. Read the full story here.
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Alumni2Student Mentorship Program Speed Networking Event
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 Register now for our Alumni2Student Mentorship Program Speed Networking event. If you're available and enthusiastic about continuing to be a mentor, we encourage you to register as an alumni mentor at this event, happening on Monday, November 27. To register, please visit here.
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Expert Panel Takes Deep Dive Into Generative AI for Business
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Big Shoutout to Our Alumni Donors and Volunteers in October
Top 10 Alumni Donors
Peter Mackenzie (MBA ’86) and Kate Zeidler:
Schulich Giving Day – $25,000 Matching Donor
Marti Morfitt (MBA ’86):
Schulich Giving Day – $25,000 Matching Donor
Brian Lau (MBA ‘91) and Gemma Lau:
Schulich Giving Day – $25,000 Matching Donor
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Featured Alumni Volunteers
Anjum Jamal (MMKG '21):
Panelist, MMKG Alumni Networking Panel Discussion
Greg Pau (MBA '89) and Nicole Song (iBBA '12):
SFAA Chapter Ambassadors, SFAA Alumni Social
Deswaine Nanton (MSCM ’20, MBA ’21):
Panelist, Schulich Supply Chain Alumni 2023 Networking Event
Wasif Khan (MBA '13) and Juan Carlos Bernal (MBA '13):
2013 Class Ambassadors, 10 Year Reunion
Mahima Kakkar (MBA '17):
Alumni Mentor, Alumni2Student Mentorship Program
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CHAMPIONING STUDENT SUCCESS
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MAcc Student / Alumni Speed Networking Mixer
Thursday, November 9, 2023
Details and RSVP
MF Students and Buddy Alumni Social Mixer
Monday, November 13, 2023
Details and RSVP
The Etiquette Workshop “The First Handshake: First Impressions and Networking with Confidence”
Wenesday, November 15, 2023
Details and RSVP
A2S Mentorship Program Speed Networking Event
Monday, November 27, 2023
Details and RSVP
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| | Schulich Community Updates
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Canada's Most Powerful Women: Top 100 from WXN
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 Congratulations to Victoria Granova (BBA ‘15), Lisa Melchior (MBA ’93) and Brittany Straitton (MBA '14) for being named WXN Canada's Most Powerful Women. Thank you for your dedication, leadership and for driving transformation and actively shaping a more inclusive future, especially in underrepresented areas. Read More.
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The 52: Stories of Women Who Transformed Toronto
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| Read the story of Kathleen Taylor, CM (MBA/LLB ’84, Hon LLD ’14) as she continues to break barriers and light the way for women at major corporate institutions.
Read more.
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| Community Unites to Celebrate Schulich’s New Tech MBA Program
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| Event Celebrates Alumni Working in Supply Chain Management
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 Schulich recently hosted its 2nd annual networking event for Schulich alumni working in supply chain management. The event welcomed alumni, faculty, and industry guests for a day of discussion, educational sessions, and networking. Thank you to our alumni, Deswaine Nanton (MSCM ’20, MBA ’21, Katie Oestebo (MSCM ’23), Tali Remennik (BBA ’17), Anshul Yadav (MBA ’17) and Benaisha Major, (BBA ’21, MSCM Candidate) for sharing your valuable insights with our students. Read More. To join the Schulich Supply Chain Alumni Association (SSCAA), click here.
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| 10th Kellogg-Schulich EMBA Gala Showcases Program History and Impact
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| MMKG Alumni Networking Panel Discussion
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 Last month, we got together to connect Schulich alumni with our current MMKG students. Thank you to our alumni, Rddhi Chhabra (MMKG '23), Divyang Kaushik (MMKG '23), Carla Jacobs (MMKG '23, Duo Ma (MMKG '23), Zara Baxby (MMKG '22), Anjum Jamal (MMKG '21), Nikita Minda (MMKG '22) and Nagomi Mukai (MMKG '22) for joining us and sharing your valuable insights with our students and your peers. Two rounds of panel discussions looked at topics such as how to be successful in the program and get the most out of a year at SSB, best networking practices, securing work placements and full-time employment. Connect with us to get involved in the program.
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| Tokyo Alumni Gathering: Reconnecting and Celebrating Memories
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 It was wonderful to connect with our Tokyo-based alumni alongside Lindsay Hillcoat, Executive Director of Student Services and International Relations! Together, we fostered connections and discussed exciting updates about our School. Thank you for being part of our vibrant, diverse and inclusive alumni community. To connect with our Global Alumni Chapter Ambassadors, click here.
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| Alumni Dinner in Shanghai
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 Last month, Melanie Cao, Director, Master of Finance, Professor of Finance, Schulich School of Business, met up with Schulich Alumni Wenjie Zhang (MBA '01), Evan Wang (MBA '08) and Mandy Li (MBA '03) in Shanghai to catch up on old times and to discuss ways to bring the community closer. To connect with our Global Alumni Chapter Ambassadors, click here.
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 Everyday Strategies for Leaders Who Do It All
The best frontline supervisors and managers know how to turn strategy into results. In this 5-day leadership certificate program, you’ll learn expert skills to engage staff and increase their productivity.
Start date: November 20, 2023. Learn More.
Contact Schulich ExecEd for your 10% discount.
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