Side-by-side portratis of Sheikha Al-Otaibi ’25 and Ily Kynion Coulibaly MSBA’25
Helping Hands: Alumni Support Enhances Babson Students’ Experiences Babson provides more than just a world-class education and career opportunities. Through the generosity of its alumni and other donors, the College supports every facet of the student experience, including competitions, professional and personal needs, and anything else that comes up.
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Eric Beato
Editor / Writer
Eric Beato
Eric Beato is the Editor of Babson Thought & Action and Babson Magazine. A native of Chicago and a graduate of the University of Missouri School of Journalism, Eric has worked as an editor and writer at newspapers across the country, including the Chicago Sun-Times and Boston Herald. Eric joined Babson College in 2019 after working as the communications director for a private educational travel company and as the managing editor of six regional sports publications.
August 9, 2025

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Summer Activity Embodies How Babson Impacts Communities Everywhere All year, we empower entrepreneurial leaders to impact communities everywhere. But, in the summer months, our campus comes alive in new ways as we welcome scores of entrepreneurship students, educators, and professionals for an array of innovative programs.
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Stephen Spinelli Jr. MBA'92, PhD
President
Stephen Spinelli Jr. MBA'92, PhD
Stephen Spinelli Jr. MBA‘92, PhD is the 14th president of Babson College. A successful entrepreneur, academic leader, and scholar, Dr. Spinelli assumed the role of president in July 2019, guiding the College through its centennial year and into its second century. Learn more about the President's Office.
August 9, 2025

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News, Notes, and Nods: Undergraduates The latest news, notes, and nods from Babson's undergraduate alumni in the Summer 2025 edition of Babson Magazine.
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August 9, 2025

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News, Notes, and Nods: Graduates The latest news, notes, and nods from Babson's graduate alumni in the Summer 2025 edition of Babson Magazine.
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August 9, 2025

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News, Notes, and Nods: In Memoriam Remembering the alumni and members of the Babson community who have passed recently and included in the Summer 2025 edition of Babson Magazine.
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August 9, 2025

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Babson student pitches startup from the stage
Mentors, Investors, and Proud Parents: Who’s Watching Babson’s Summer Venture Showcase It’s not just about startups and pitches. The people in the audience at Babson’s Summer Venture Showcase make it a hub of connections and support.
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Hillary Chabot
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Hillary Chabot
Hillary Chabot is a writer for Babson Thought & Action and Babson Magazine. An award-winning journalist, she is known for her insightful reporting and dedication to detailed storytelling. With a career spanning over two decades, she has covered a wide range of topics, from presidential campaigns and government policy to neighborhood issues and investigative series. As a reporter for The Boston Herald, Hillary earned a reputation for tenacity and integrity. Her work at Babson College fuels her passions—to learn something new every day and conduct thoughtful, empathic interviews. She’s thrilled to be at Babson College, where students, faculty, staff members and classes provide compelling copy daily.
August 7, 2025

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A businesswoman leads a team vibrant and engaging team discussion in a modern office setting
Building Resilient and Agile Teams: The Competitive Edge in a Rapidly Changing Market   Resilience, flexibility, and agility aren’t just workplace buzzwords. Babson experts say they are the mindset and muscle that teams need to succeed in the face of constant change and unexpected disruption.
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August 6, 2025

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Unscripted Moment: Sphere Perspective In our occasional photo series, staff photographer Nic Czarnecki shares a unique perspective on a design group project at a Professional and Executive Education program.
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August 4, 2025

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Technological Literacy: The Must-Have Skill for the Future of Work Understanding information and communications technology and developing artificial intelligence skills are necessary in today’s jobs market, explain Babson professional and executive education experts.
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Hillary Chabot
Writer
Hillary Chabot
Hillary Chabot is a writer for Babson Thought & Action and Babson Magazine. An award-winning journalist, she is known for her insightful reporting and dedication to detailed storytelling. With a career spanning over two decades, she has covered a wide range of topics, from presidential campaigns and government policy to neighborhood issues and investigative series. As a reporter for The Boston Herald, Hillary earned a reputation for tenacity and integrity. Her work at Babson College fuels her passions—to learn something new every day and conduct thoughtful, empathic interviews. She’s thrilled to be at Babson College, where students, faculty, staff members and classes provide compelling copy daily.
August 1, 2025

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Food on the shelves of a grocery store.
Why Grocery Store Loyalty Runs Deep: Market Basket’s Crisis Draws Emotional Response Babson’s Lauren Beitelspacher explains what the Market Basket schism reveals about consumer trust and why we’re loyal to grocery stores.
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Hillary Chabot
Writer
Hillary Chabot
Hillary Chabot is a writer for Babson Thought & Action and Babson Magazine. An award-winning journalist, she is known for her insightful reporting and dedication to detailed storytelling. With a career spanning over two decades, she has covered a wide range of topics, from presidential campaigns and government policy to neighborhood issues and investigative series. As a reporter for The Boston Herald, Hillary earned a reputation for tenacity and integrity. Her work at Babson College fuels her passions—to learn something new every day and conduct thoughtful, empathic interviews. She’s thrilled to be at Babson College, where students, faculty, staff members and classes provide compelling copy daily.
July 31, 2025

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