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Author: Eric Beato

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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.

Introducing Babson College’s 2023 Commencement Speakers

Introducing Babson College’s 2023 Commencement Speakers » Two extraordinary entrepreneurial leaders—Tim Ryan ’88 of PwC and Dr. Reshma Kewalramani of Vertex Pharmaceuticals—will address graduates at Commencement ceremonies in May.

By Eric Beato March 9, 2023

Tags: Commencement, Undergraduate, Graduate, Babson College's Class of 2023, Entrepreneurial Leadership, Leadership, Diversity and Inclusion, Entrepreneurs of All Kinds

Voting Rights Activist LaTosha Brown: ‘Can We Lead with Love?’

Voting Rights Activist LaTosha Brown: ‘Can We Lead with Love?’ » The keynote speaker at Babson’s annual Martin Luther King Jr. Legacy Day celebration focuses on embracing love and ensuring the value of every human life.

By Eric Beato February 3, 2023

Tags: Diversity and Inclusion, Entrepreneurial Leadership, Leadership, Alumni, Faculty, Babson College's Class of 2023

Puppy Unleashes Lessons in Publishing

Puppy Unleashes Lessons in Publishing » Katherine L. “Gig” Babson Jr. MBA’77, H’99 and Katherine K. Macdonald MBA’99 collaborate on an illustrated book, which has become a surprising hit.

By Eric Beato January 25, 2023

Tags: Alumni, Entrepreneurship

Denicia Ratley: Supporting Students of All Faiths

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Denicia Ratley: Supporting Students of All Faiths » As Babson’s director of Religious & Spiritual Life, Denicia Ratley provides safe spaces for students to explore and express their faith identities.

By Eric Beato January 18, 2023

Tags: People of Babson, Student Life, Campus, Babson Magazine

The Franchising Journey of President Spinelli

From Babson Magazine

The Franchising Journey of President Spinelli » For more than four decades, President Stephen Spinelli Jr. MBA’92, PhD, the co-founder of Jiffy Lube International, has helped build and advance the field of franchising.

By Eric Beato January 5, 2023

Tags: Franchising, Alumni, Entrepreneurial Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurship Education, Graduate, Babson Magazine

New Grads Helping Grads Grant Makes Major Difference

New Grads Helping Grads Grant Makes Major Difference » Nurain Yasim MSF’22 faced hardship growing up in Malaysia. She is the inaugural recipient of a new Babson College grant for graduate students with financial needs.

By Eric Beato December 16, 2022

Tags: Graduate, Babson College's Class of 2022, Finance

Babson Student Takes Climate Change Fight to the Global Stage at Prestigious U.N. Conference

Babson Student Takes Climate Change Fight to the Global Stage at Prestigious U.N. Conference » It has been a busy year for Ela Gokcigdem ’24, who co-founded a youth organization focused on ocean conservation and then presented survey findings at COP27 in Egypt.

By Eric Beato December 14, 2022

Tags: Sustainability, Entrepreneurial Leadership, Entrepreneurs of All Kinds, Undergraduate, Social Innovation, Women's Leadership, Babson College's Class of 2024

Celebrating the Bertarelli Institute for Family Entrepreneurship

Celebrating the Bertarelli Institute for Family Entrepreneurship » Successful entrepreneur and philanthropist Ernesto Bertarelli ’89 returns to Babson’s campus to formally dedicate the Bertarelli Institute for Family Entrepreneurship.

By Eric Beato October 28, 2022

Tags: Family Entrepreneurship, Alumni, Campus

The Lasting Impact of Endowed Chairs

The Lasting Impact of Endowed Chairs » Professor Heidi Neck, who has benefited from an endowed chair in honor of her mentor, Jeffry A. Timmons, prepares to follow in his footsteps with her estate planning.

By Eric Beato October 12, 2022

Tags: Faculty, Entrepreneurship Education, Campus, Mentoring & Networking

The Powerful Lessons of Values-Based Leadership

The Powerful Lessons of Values-Based Leadership » Brett Jewkes, the chief brand and communications officer with the Blank Family of Businesses, discusses how Arthur M. Blank ’63, H’98 and his core values are influencing Babson students.

By Eric Beato October 4, 2022

Tags: Leadership, Entrepreneurial Leadership, Alumni, values

PHOTOS: The Fun and Festivities at Back to Babson

PHOTOS: The Fun and Festivities at Back to Babson » Alumni, students, students, and friends gather on campus for Back to Babson, highlighted by reunions, reminiscences, and Roger.

By Eric Beato & Bryan Lipiner October 3, 2022

Tags: Alumni, Campus, Undergraduate, Graduate

Celebrating the Crossroads of Athletics and Entrepreneurship

Celebrating the Crossroads of Athletics and Entrepreneurship » In a special ceremony, the Len Green Recreation and Athletics Complex is renamed for the longtime Babson entrepreneurship professor for his enduring support for Babson Athletics.

By Eric Beato September 30, 2022

Tags: Campus, Athletics, Entrepreneurship, Faculty, Entrepreneurship Education, Entrepreneurs of All Kinds, Student Life

School Spirit Shines Brightly for New Author Howard Brown ’88

School Spirit Shines Brightly for New Author Howard Brown ’88 » In his memoir, the former president of the Babson Alumni Association reflects on his experience as a two-time cancer survivor and Babson College’s impact.

By Eric Beato September 27, 2022

Tags: Alumni, Campus, Entrepreneurs of All Kinds

Good Company, Good Game Delivers Impact and Inspiration

Good Company, Good Game Delivers Impact and Inspiration » In a new course on sports businesses, Babson students visit Atlanta to experience firsthand how the core values of Arthur M. Blank ’63, H’98 shape his businesses.

By Eric Beato September 16, 2022

Tags: Entrepreneurial Leadership, Social Innovation, Undergraduate, Leadership, Company Culture, Babson College's Class of 2022, Babson College's Class of 2023, Babson College's Class of 2024, Babson College's Class of 2025

Why Entrepreneurial Leadership Matters

From Babson Magazine

Why Entrepreneurial Leadership Matters » Research by Babson’s Arthur M. Blank School, led by Professor Scott Taylor, has created the first academic model to explain entrepreneurial leadership.

By Eric Beato August 11, 2022

Tags: Entrepreneurial Leadership, Research, Faculty, Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Babson Magazine

The Power of the Alumni Network

From Babson Magazine

The Power of the Alumni Network » The Class of 2022 joined the Babson alumni network of more than 43,000 graduates across 125 countries. We caught up with a few alumni, including one of their newest members, about the power of the network.

By Eric Beato August 8, 2022

Tags: Alumni, Campus, Mentoring & Networking, Undergraduate, Graduate, Babson Magazine

Andy Moutinho: Navigating the Challenges of the Pandemic Safely

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Andy Moutinho: Navigating the Challenges of the Pandemic Safely » As the senior director of operations in the Facilities Management and Planning Department, Andy Moutinho and his team have been particularly critical over the past two years as he has helped the College navigate the challenges of the pandemic

By Eric Beato August 1, 2022

Tags: Campus, People of Babson, Babson Magazine

Babson Helps Fuel Dreams of Women Sports Pioneers

Babson Helps Fuel Dreams of Women Sports Pioneers » Babson College hosts the Global Sports Mentoring Program for a women’s entrepreneurship bootcamp aimed at helping scale ventures to better serve women around the world.

By Eric Beato July 14, 2022

Tags: Women-Led Entrepreneurship, Women's Leadership, Leadership, Global, Entrepreneurship Ecosystems, Entrepreneurs of All Kinds, Faculty, Executive Education, Diversity and Inclusion

Nine on IX: Babson Student-Athletes on the Impact of Title IX

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Nine on IX: Babson Student-Athletes on the Impact of Title IX » On the 50th anniversary of Title IX, we reached out to nine Babson student-athlete alumni and coaches for their reflections on the role college athletics played in their personal and professional development.

By Eric Beato June 22, 2022

Tags: Athletics, Alumni, Women's Leadership, Babson Magazine, Diversity and Inclusion

Introducing the Ralph Z. and Charlotte R. Sorenson Atrium

Introducing the Ralph Z. and Charlotte R. Sorenson Atrium » Babson College formally dedicated the common space at Horn Library in honor of President Emeritus Ralph Z. “Bud” Sorenson H’85 and his wife, Charlotte.

By Eric Beato May 18, 2022

Tags: Campus

VIDEO: Celebrating the Class of 2022

VIDEO: Celebrating the Class of 2022 » The entire Babson College community joined together to celebrate the accomplishments of the Class of 2022 during the undergraduate and graduate Commencement ceremonies.

By Eric Beato May 16, 2022

Tags: Commencement, Babson College's Class of 2022, Undergraduate, Graduate, Campus

Babson Professor Reflects on Trip to Poland and Ukraine

Babson Professor Reflects on Trip to Poland and Ukraine » Adam Sulkowski, Babson College associate professor of law and sustainability, travels to Poland and across the Ukraine border on a personal and meaningful journey.

By Eric Beato May 2, 2022

Tags: Faculty, Global, Entrepreneurs of All Kinds

TicketRev Wins ePitch—and $100,000

TicketRev Wins ePitch—and $100,000 » Jason Shatsky ’21, CEO and founder of TicketRev, won ePitch and its $100,000 grand prize—Babson’s largest winning prize—during the finale at eMerge Americas in Miami.

By Eric Beato April 20, 2022

Tags: Startups, Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurship Ecosystems, Entrepreneurs of All Kinds, Alumni, Babson College's Class of 2021, Babson College's Class of 2020

Problem-Solving Ventures Win B.E.T.A. Challenge Grand Prizes

Problem-Solving Ventures Win B.E.T.A. Challenge Grand Prizes » Nathalya Mamane MBA’21, Connor Harbison MBA’22, and Samantha Azu ’22 earned the three grand prizes at Babson College’s signature business competition with their unique, problem-solving ventures.

By Eric Beato April 15, 2022

Tags: Startups, Alumni, Graduate, Undergraduate, Entrepreneurship Ecosystems, Entrepreneurship Education, Babson College's Class of 2021, Babson College's Class of 2022

Closing the Wealth Gap Through Entrepreneurship

Closing the Wealth Gap Through Entrepreneurship » A panel of alumni experts at the Black Unity Summit share their keys to success to helping close the wealth gap for Black entrepreneurs.

By Eric Beato April 14, 2022

Tags: Diversity and Inclusion, Entrepreneurs of All Kinds, Alumni, Entrepreneurship Education, Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurial Leadership

B.E.T.A. Challenge Finalists Innovating in Education Technology

B.E.T.A. Challenge Finalists Innovating in Education Technology » Two of the B.E.T.A. Challenge finalists—Mauricio Nogueira Silverio ’24 of iDuk and Alexander Deeb ’14 of ClassHook—offer their insights on the edtech space and their ventures.

By Eric Beato April 12, 2022

Tags: Entrepreneurship Education, Entrepreneurs of All Kinds, Undergraduate, Graduate, Alumni, Babson College's Class of 2024, Startups, Student Life

The Return of Babson’s ePitch

The Return of Babson’s ePitch » As ePitch returns this month, we catch up with Joanna Geisinger Devin MBA’17 and her company, Torq Interface, which won the inaugural ePitch competition in 2019.

By Eric Beato April 7, 2022

Tags: Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurship Education, Entrepreneurship Ecosystems, Startups, Alumni, Babson College's Class of 2020, Babson College's Class of 2021

A Teaching Moment: The Impact of the Invasion of Ukraine

A Teaching Moment: The Impact of the Invasion of Ukraine » At a Ukraine-Russia teach-in, Babson professors provide a multidisciplinary look at the wide-ranging effect of the invasion, from politics to economics to health care to cultural heritage.

By Eric Beato April 1, 2022

Managing the Next Phase of Pandemic Response

Managing the Next Phase of Pandemic Response » As Babson College begins to move out of the emergency management phase of the COVID-19 pandemic, two experts who have helped guide the College’s response discuss what may come next.

By Eric Beato March 31, 2022

Tags: Campus, Student Life

The Best MBA for Entrepreneurship and a ‘Mandate to Lead’

The Best MBA for Entrepreneurship and a ‘Mandate to Lead’ » Babson College’s graduate school once again has been validated as the Best MBA for Entrepreneurship, earning the No. 1 ranking from U.S. News & World Report for the 29th consecutive year.

By Eric Beato March 29, 2022

Tags: Entrepreneurship Education, Graduate, Career

Photos: Sudeeksha’s Secret Garden Comes to Life

Photos: Sudeeksha’s Secret Garden Comes to Life » Christine Coyne ’21, Lucas Machado ’21, and Maya Mutalik ’21 dedicate the new community space, named in memory of Sudeeksha Bhati ’22 (2000–2020).

By Eric Beato & Bryan Lipiner March 28, 2022

Tags: Student Life, Babson College's Class of 2021, Undergraduate, Babson College's Class of 2022

Leading a Community of Women Entrepreneurs

Leading a Community of Women Entrepreneurs » As the executive director of the Center for Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership, and founder of the Black Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership program, Shakenna Williams ’94 continues to increase access and opportunities for all women.

By Eric Beato March 25, 2022

Tags: Women's Leadership, Women-Led Entrepreneurship, Diversity and Inclusion, Entrepreneurship Ecosystems, Alumni

What Hiring New Faculty Members Means for the College

What Hiring New Faculty Members Means for the College » Babson is hiring 19 new faculty members for the next academic year, the largest expansion of faculty in College history. Dean of the College Ken Matsuno discusses what it means for the community.

By Eric Beato March 24, 2022

Tags: Faculty, Entrepreneurship Education, Undergraduate, Graduate

Babson Community Rallies Behind Ukrainian Global Scholar

Babson Community Rallies Behind Ukrainian Global Scholar » As she fears for her family’s safety in Ukraine, Liliia Alieksanova ’25 takes action, organizing and leading a rally on the Babson campus to support her home country.

By Eric Beato March 9, 2022

Tags: Campus, Undergraduate, Student Life, Babson College's Class of 2025

Why Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Matters at Babson College

Why Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Matters at Babson College » Babson College culminates its celebration of Black History Month with a community forum on the advancement of its diversity, equity, and inclusion strategy.

By Eric Beato February 28, 2022

Tags: Diversity and Inclusion, Campus, Faculty, Undergraduate, Graduate, Babson College's Class of 2022, Babson College's Class of 2024

On MLK Legacy Day, a Call to Action

On MLK Legacy Day, a Call to Action » Martin Luther King Jr. Leadership Award winners reflect on James Blake’s keynote address at Babson’s MLK Legacy Day event.

By Eric Beato February 23, 2022

Tags: Diversity and Inclusion, Campus, Alumni, Faculty, Undergraduate, Graduate, Babson College's Class of 2022

Expanding Entrepreneurial Leadership into Law Enforcement

Expanding Entrepreneurial Leadership into Law Enforcement » Babson President Stephen Spinelli Jr. MBA’92, PhD, meets with city officials in his hometown of Springfield to discuss the impact of B-AGILE Blue Skies, a new training program for police officers.

By Eric Beato February 22, 2022

Tags: Entrepreneurial Leadership, Entrepreneurship Ecosystems, Entrepreneurs of All Kinds, Alumni

GEM Report: U.S. Entrepreneurial Activity Returns to Near Pre-Pandemic Levels

GEM Report: U.S. Entrepreneurial Activity Returns to Near Pre-Pandemic Levels » The Global Entrepreneurship Monitor’s new Global Report is the first published report of its kind that examines entrepreneurship one year into the pandemic.

By Eric Beato February 10, 2022

Tags: Research, Entrepreneurship, Global, Faculty

When Athletes Speak Up to Make a Difference

When Athletes Speak Up to Make a Difference » Former professional tennis player James Blake will be the keynote speaker at Babson’s MLK Legacy Day event, part of the College’s Black History Month celebration.

By Eric Beato February 1, 2022

Tags: Diversity and Inclusion, Campus, Faculty, Social Innovation

What Bond Rating Upgrades Mean to Babson College

What Bond Rating Upgrades Mean to Babson College » With strong financial management during a challenging time, Babson recently received a pair of upgrades, reflecting the highest bond ratings in the College’s history.

By Eric Beato January 19, 2022

Tags: Campus, Faculty, Finance

How We Can Carry on MLK’s Legacy

How We Can Carry on MLK’s Legacy » On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Babson College community leaders reflect on his legacy and the actions we can take to advance social justice.

By Eric Beato January 16, 2022

Tags: Diversity and Inclusion, Campus, Leadership, Undergraduate, Alumni, Babson College's Class of 2023

Award-Winning Babson Professor Keeps Innovating and Inspiring

Award-Winning Babson Professor Keeps Innovating and Inspiring » Babson Professor Heidi Neck, whose impact extends from her classroom to educators around the world, has been honored with USASBE’s Entrepreneurship Educator of the Year award.

By Eric Beato January 10, 2022

Tags: Entrepreneurship Education, Faculty, Research, Entrepreneurial Leadership, Entrepreneurship

The Enduring Power of eTower

From Babson Magazine

The Enduring Power of eTower » Babson’s first living-learning community endures because of committed leaders who carry on the legacy and make eTower a true home for student entrepreneurs.

By Eric Beato December 17, 2021

Tags: Babson Magazine, Entrepreneurship Ecosystems, Entrepreneurship Education, Babson College's Class of 2023, Alumni, Student Life, Startups

The Gift of Scholarship

The Gift of Scholarship » Investing in Babson students through scholarships provides enormous opportunities, impacting not only the recipients’ lives but also the College community as a whole.

By Eric Beato December 15, 2021

Tags: Campus, Diversity and Inclusion, Entrepreneurship Education, Alumni, Undergraduate, Babson College's Class of 2023, Babson College's Class of 2024

Partnering to Provide Comfort on Campus

From Babson Magazine

Partnering to Provide Comfort on Campus » As the primary handler for Roger, Babson’s new community resource dog, Kevin Carrigan helps to keep Public Safety engaged with the community.

By Eric Beato December 15, 2021

Tags: Babson Magazine, Campus, People of Babson

Babson Doubles Down on No. 1 Rankings

Babson Doubles Down on No. 1 Rankings » For the first time since 2012, Babson College has been ranked No. 1 for undergraduate and graduate entrepreneurship education by both The Princeton Review/Entrepreneur magazine and U.S. News & World Report.

By Eric Beato November 16, 2021

Tags: Entrepreneurship Education, Entrepreneurship

Gerald Watson ’76 and the Babson Black Alumni Alliance

Gerald Watson ’76 and the Babson Black Alumni Alliance » The founding chair of the Babson Black Alumni Alliance discusses how the new organization will serve Babson’s Black alumni and reflects on the College’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

By Eric Beato November 9, 2021

Tags: Diversity and Inclusion, Alumni

Can Capitalism Be Ethical?

Can Capitalism Be Ethical? » An award-winning course taught by Professor James Hoopes asks Babson students to consider the moral risks and moral opportunities of capitalism.

By Eric Beato October 12, 2021

Tags: Faculty, Undergraduate

PHOTOS: Family, Friends, and Feel-Good Moments Highlight Back to Babson 2021

PHOTOS: Family, Friends, and Feel-Good Moments Highlight Back to Babson 2021 » Alumni, parents, students, and friends reunited on campus for Back to Babson, sharing a picture-perfect weekend of gatherings and celebrations.

By Eric Beato & Bryan Lipiner October 4, 2021

Tags: Alumni, Campus, Student Life

New Blank Leadership Scholars Embrace Opportunity

New Blank Leadership Scholars Embrace Opportunity » Meet the second cohort of the Arthur M. Blank Leadership Scholars, a diverse and accomplished group of promising, values-driven entrepreneurial leaders.

By Eric Beato September 20, 2021

Tags: Entrepreneurial Leadership, Undergraduate, Babson College's Class of 2025

New U.S. GEM Report Offers First Look at Pandemic’s Impact on Entrepreneurship

New U.S. GEM Report Offers First Look at Pandemic’s Impact on Entrepreneurship » New research from Babson College’s Global Entrepreneurship Monitor shows that more than one-half of entrepreneurs reported new business opportunities spurred by COVID-19.

By Eric Beato September 8, 2021

Tags: Entrepreneurship, Research, Diversity and Inclusion

Babson Buzzing as Students Return to Campus

Babson Buzzing as Students Return to Campus » With move-in weekend underway, students and faculty express their excitement over all the people back on campus creating a renewed sense of community.

By Eric Beato August 27, 2021

Tags: Student Life, Campus, Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurial Leadership, Entrepreneurs of All Kinds, Faculty, Babson College's Class of 2022, Babson College's Class of 2023, Babson College's Class of 2025, Global, Undergraduate

Babson’s New Board Chair and the Power of Creating Opportunities

Babson’s New Board Chair and the Power of Creating Opportunities » Jeffery Perry ’87, P’23 brings a wealth of experiences and a unique perspective as an alumnus and parent of a student to his new role as chair of the Babson Board of Trustees.

By Eric Beato August 4, 2021

Tags: Alumni, Campus, Diversity and Inclusion

Patrick Hale: Amplifying All Students’ Voices

From Babson Magazine

Patrick Hale: Amplifying All Students’ Voices » The director of Babson’s Multicultural and Identity Programs reflects on supporting students during trying times and the intersection of entrepreneurial leadership and DE&I.

By Eric Beato July 26, 2021

Tags: Babson Magazine, Career, Diversity and Inclusion, People of Babson

Introducing the Tariq Farid Franchise Institute at Babson College

Introducing the Tariq Farid Franchise Institute at Babson College » Somia Farid Silber ’15, vice president of e-commerce at Edible Brands, discusses how the new institute is a major opportunity for Babson and the future of franchising education.

By Eric Beato July 13, 2021

Tags: Entrepreneurship Education, Alumni, Undergraduate, Graduate, Entrepreneurial Leadership, Entrepreneurship Ecosystems

‘A Year of Growth, Learning, and Opportunity’

‘A Year of Growth, Learning, and Opportunity’ » On his two-year anniversary, President Stephen Spinelli Jr. MBA’92, PhD reflects on Babson’s vital role in creating the change the world needs now.

By Eric Beato July 1, 2021

Tags: Babson Together, Entrepreneurial Leadership

VIDEO: ‘Thank You for Being the Examples of Leadership We So Cherish at Babson’

VIDEO: ‘Thank You for Being the Examples of Leadership We So Cherish at Babson’ » The College celebrated the Class of 2021 and its achievements during Commencement experiences over two weekends.

By Eric Beato May 18, 2021

Tags: Babson College's Class of 2021, Commencement, Graduate, Undergraduate

Values and the Vaccine: Lessons on Leadership from the Pfizer CEO

Values and the Vaccine: Lessons on Leadership from the Pfizer CEO » Reflecting on the development of the first COVID-19 vaccine and the need to “think big,” Dr. Albert Bourla prepares to address Babson’s graduate Class of 2021.

By Eric Beato May 12, 2021

Tags: Commencement, Babson College's Class of 2021, Graduate, Entrepreneurial Leadership, Entrepreneurs of All Kinds

VIDEO: Celebrating the Class of 2020

VIDEO: Celebrating the Class of 2020 » Watch video highlights of Babson College’s in-person and digital Commencement celebrations for the undergraduate and graduate members of the Class of 2020.

By Eric Beato May 12, 2021

Tags: Babson College's Class of 2020, Commencement, Undergraduate, Graduate

Morgan Stanley Executive Sings Praises for Entrepreneurial Leaders

Morgan Stanley Executive Sings Praises for Entrepreneurial Leaders » Carla Harris shares how her experiences on Wall Street and as a gospel singer have taught her the value of listening and using her voice, as she prepares to address Babson’s graduate Class of 2020.

By Eric Beato May 6, 2021

Tags: Commencement, Babson College's Class of 2020, Graduate, Entrepreneurial Leadership, Entrepreneurs of All Kinds

Richelieu Dennis Jr. ’91 on Finding Inspiration Amid Uncertainty

Richelieu Dennis Jr. ’91 on Finding Inspiration Amid Uncertainty » Richelieu Dennis Jr. ’91 returns to Babson to share his experiences and perspectives with the undergraduate Class of 2020 and receive his honorary doctorate.

By Eric Beato May 5, 2021

Tags: Commencement, Alumni, Babson College's Class of 2020, Entrepreneurial Leadership, Entrepreneurs of All Kinds, Social Innovation

A Parade of NEWMAC Champions for Babson Beavers

A Parade of NEWMAC Champions for Babson Beavers » Led by the women’s lacrosse team, Babson College boasts a bevy of conference champions, including six teams and three individuals.

By Eric Beato May 4, 2021

Tags: Athletics, Babson College's Class of 2021, Student Life

Jamie Siminoff ’99 and the Power of Entrepreneurial Thinking

Jamie Siminoff ’99 and the Power of Entrepreneurial Thinking » An honorary degree recipient this year, Jamie Siminoff '99, the famed founder and inventor of Ring, now is helping bring entrepreneurial thinking to the field of medicine.

By Eric Beato April 19, 2021

Tags: Alumni, Babson College's Class of 2021, Commencement, Entrepreneurial Leadership, Entrepreneurs of All Kinds, Household Names, Social Innovation

CEO of Babson’s Blank School Exemplifies Why Vision Is Important in Leadership

CEO of Babson’s Blank School Exemplifies Why Vision Is Important in Leadership » In a career spent solving problems as an entrepreneurial leader, Donna Levin, the CEO of Babson’s Blank School, knows the real impact comes by empowering others.

By Eric Beato March 31, 2021

Tags: Women's Leadership, Women-Led Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurial Leadership, Arthur M. Blank School for Entrepreneurial Leadership, Diversity and Inclusion

Five Regions, Five Days: Entrepreneurial Leadership Everywhere

Five Regions, Five Days: Entrepreneurial Leadership Everywhere » Featuring an impressive list of esteemed speakers, the sixth edition of Babson Connect: Worldwide takes the College community around the world in five days.

By Eric Beato March 29, 2021

Tags: Entrepreneurial Leadership, Entrepreneurs of All Kinds, Alumni, Household Names, Social Innovation, VC & Investing, Family Entrepreneurship

Convening Conversations About Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Convening Conversations About Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion » A group of eight Babson College faculty and staff members participated in a training session focused on designing and facilitating dialogues across divides.

By Eric Beato March 25, 2021

Tags: Diversity and Inclusion, Faculty

Soprano Shares Her Voice and Perspectives with Babson Community

Soprano Shares Her Voice and Perspectives with Babson Community » Moderating a discussion with opera singer Karen Slack, Curtis Johnson ’23 helps highlight diverse voices and new perspectives on the connections between entrepreneurship and the arts.

By Eric Beato February 25, 2021

Tags: Diversity and Inclusion, Student Life, Entrepreneurship, Arts, Undergraduate

The Enduring Impact of MLK Leadership Award Winners

The Enduring Impact of MLK Leadership Award Winners » Alumni winners of Babson’s Martin Luther King Jr. Leadership Award continue to honor his legacy and share their thoughts on fulfilling his vision.

By Eric Beato & Bryan Lipiner February 16, 2021

Tags: Alumni, Diversity and Inclusion

Expanding Academic Toolbox Keeps Babson on Cutting Edge

Expanding Academic Toolbox Keeps Babson on Cutting Edge » A strong partnership between the Academic Technology Innovation Center and faculty continually enhances the online classroom experience.

By Eric Beato February 11, 2021

Tags: Technology, Faculty

Back at Babson, Shay Brings Unique Perspective

Back at Babson, Shay Brings Unique Perspective » Jeffrey P. Shay ’87, MBA’91 returns as the new executive director for academic operations at Babson College's The Arthur M. Blank School for Entrepreneurial Leadership.

By Eric Beato February 9, 2021

Tags: Entrepreneurship Education, Faculty, Alumni

Taking Action on Diversity and Inclusion

Taking Action on Diversity and Inclusion » As U.S. chair and senior partner at PwC and co-founder of CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion, Tim Ryan ’88 uses his entrepreneurial skills to raise awareness and effect change.

By Eric Beato January 25, 2021

Tags: Alumni, Diversity and Inclusion, Leadership

People of Babson: Grace Carew ’16

People of Babson: Grace Carew ’16 » As an alumna, staff member, and even occasionally the mascot, Grace Carew ’16 knows all about keeping the Babson community connected, especially online.

By Eric Beato January 21, 2021

Tags: Babson Magazine, Alumni, People of Babson

When Making Masks Proves Purposeful and Personal

When Making Masks Proves Purposeful and Personal » For Babson-built Mighty Well, expanding into the production of face masks was no pivot. It was purposeful and personal.

By Eric Beato January 4, 2021

Tags: Alumni, Startups, Entrepreneurs of All Kinds

Lessons from Training 10,000 Small Businesses

Lessons from Training 10,000 Small Businesses » As Babson marks a milestone with the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program, National Academic Director Richard Bliss reflects on the lessons and its impact.

By Eric Beato December 22, 2020

Tags: Entrepreneurship Ecosystems, Faculty, Entrepreneurship Education

Black Student Union at 50: Its Impact, Meaning, and Future

From Babson Magazine

Black Student Union at 50: Its Impact, Meaning, and Future » Fifty years after Eric Johnson ’72, P’08 founded Babson's Black Student Union, current student leaders reflect on its impact, its meaning, and its future.

By Jaylen Bell, Mezue Eneh & Eric Beato December 14, 2020

Tags: Babson Magazine, Student Life, Alumni, Babson College's Class of 2021, Undergraduate

Office Hours: Defining and Developing Entrepreneurial Leadership

From Babson Magazine

Office Hours: Defining and Developing Entrepreneurial Leadership » As endowed chair for values-based leadership, Scott Taylor is helping set the course for The Arthur M. Blank School for Entrepreneurial Leadership.

By Eric Beato December 8, 2020

Tags: Babson Magazine, Faculty, Entrepreneurship

The Network Effect

The Network Effect » At this Class of 2020 startup, a pair of students from different graduate programs take advantage of dynamic and unexpected opportunities.

By Eric Beato December 8, 2020

Tags: Babson College's Class of 2020, Entrepreneurship Education, Graduate, Mentoring & Networking, Startups

The Blank Blueprint for the Future of Entrepreneurial Leadership

From Babson Magazine

The Blank Blueprint for the Future of Entrepreneurial Leadership » With his core values as the cornerstone, Arthur M. Blank ’63, H’98 and Babson College —thanks to a game-changing $50 million gift—are laying the groundwork to inspire and shape the next generation of entrepreneurial leaders.

By Eric Beato December 7, 2020

Tags: Babson Magazine, Entrepreneurship Education, Alumni

People of Babson: Larinda Cole

From Babson Magazine

People of Babson: Larinda Cole » The associate director in Babson’s Undergraduate Center for Career Development discusses students’ career readiness, racial justice, and, of course, her love for fashion.

By Eric Beato December 1, 2020

Tags: Babson Magazine, Career, Diversity and Inclusion, People of Babson

People of Babson: Lawrence P. Ward

People of Babson: Lawrence P. Ward » The Vice President for Learner Success and Dean of Campus Life reflects on the trying times caused by the pandemic and social injustice, as well as a pair of recent honors recognizing his successes.

By Eric Beato November 24, 2020

Tags: Babson Magazine, Campus, Student Life, Diversity and Inclusion, People of Babson

Celebrity Entrepreneurs Inspire Young Entrepreneurial Leaders

Celebrity Entrepreneurs Inspire Young Entrepreneurial Leaders » Pitbull, Elle Macpherson P’20, and Jeff Hoffman share their experiences and their advice to motivate and empower young entrepreneurial leaders.

By Eric Beato November 20, 2020

Tags: Entrepreneurs of All Kinds, Advice, Household Names, Global Entrepreneurial Leadership Week

Why Is Leadership Important?

Why Is Leadership Important? » Why is leadership important? Babson faculty offer their expertise on the value of leadership skills, especially for emerging entrepreneurial leaders.

By Eric Beato November 3, 2020

Tags: Leadership, Faculty

The Johnson House Opens for the 50th Anniversary of the Black Student Union

The Johnson House Opens for the 50th Anniversary of the Black Student Union » Named for BSU founder Eric Johnson ’72, P’08, Babson's new special-interest housing focuses on creating solutions to close the wealth gap.

By Eric Beato September 25, 2020

Tags: Student Life, Black Student Union, Babson College's Class of 2021, Graduate, Undergraduate

Office Hours: Always Moving Forward

From Babson Magazine

Office Hours: Always Moving Forward » From women’s entrepreneurship to digital education, Professor of Management Nan Langowitz is constantly creating opportunities for students and faculty.

By Eric Beato September 18, 2020

Tags: Babson Magazine, Faculty, Women-Led Entrepreneurship

People of Babson: Caitlin Capozzi

From Babson Magazine

People of Babson: Caitlin Capozzi » Caitlin Capozzi, Babson's new dean of students, reflects on the upheaval of the spring semester, and why working closely with students is so rewarding.

By Eric Beato September 15, 2020

Tags: Babson Magazine, Campus, Student Life

Top-Ranked Babson Accelerates Momentum with Appointment of Blank School Leadership

Top-Ranked Babson Accelerates Momentum with Appointment of Blank School Leadership » As Babson marks its No. 1 ranking, the College accelerates its leadership with major appointments at The Arthur M. Blank School for Entrepreneurial Leadership.

By Eric Beato September 14, 2020

Tags: Arthur M. Blank School for Entrepreneurial Leadership, Entrepreneurial Leadership, Entrepreneurship Education

The Class of 2020 Is Made for This Moment

From Babson Magazine

The Class of 2020 Is Made for This Moment » With their strength and resilience, the members of Babson's Class of 2020 prove they're ready to shape their futures and make their mark on the world.

By Eric Beato September 9, 2020

Tags: Babson College's Class of 2020, Babson Magazine, Campus, Student Life, Undergraduate, Graduate

Summer Study Success Creates Long-Lasting Impact

Summer Study Success Creates Long-Lasting Impact » In re-envisioning a popular high school program online, Babson faculty provide a promising glimpse of the future—for students and themselves.

By Eric Beato September 4, 2020

20 Reasons We Love the Class of 2020

From Babson Magazine

20 Reasons We Love the Class of 2020 » There are countless other examples of inspiration and achievement, but here we offer just a small sample of 20 reasons we love Babson's Class of 2020.

By Eric Beato, John Crawford & Bryan Lipiner September 3, 2020

Tags: Babson College's Class of 2020, Babson Magazine, Graduate, Undergraduate

‘We Are a Remarkably Resilient and Supportive Community’

From Babson Magazine

‘We Are a Remarkably Resilient and Supportive Community’ » Lawrence P. Ward, the new vice president for learner success and dean of campus life, discusses how Babson is adapting its student support systems and offers his advice to returning students.

By Eric Beato September 1, 2020

Tags: Babson Magazine, Campus, Student Life

‘We’re Equipping Our Students to Thrive Amid Uncertainty’

From Babson Magazine

‘We’re Equipping Our Students to Thrive Amid Uncertainty’ » Ken Matsuno, the new vice president of academic affairs and dean of the college, explains how Babson is ensuring its high academic standards and what he's learned about the community.

By Eric Beato September 1, 2020

Tags: Babson Magazine, Campus, Faculty

Office Hours: Opportunity Knocking

From Babson Magazine

Office Hours: Opportunity Knocking » Professor of Finance Richard Bliss, Babson’s first Posse mentor, serves as the national academic director for the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program.

By Eric Beato June 23, 2020

Tags: Babson Magazine, Faculty

Embracing an Agile Mindset

Embracing an Agile Mindset » Juggling school, work, and family, part-time MBA student Kristina Feasey MBA’21 embraces an agile mindset in her full-time role with College Marketing.

By Eric Beato June 17, 2020

Tags: Babson College's Class of 2021, Entrepreneurship Education, Entrepreneurs of All Kinds, Graduate

Thankful for a Facilities Team Hard at Work

Thankful for a Facilities Team Hard at Work » As Facilities staff members keep the Babson campus clean and safe, students express their appreciation.

By Eric Beato June 9, 2020

Tags: Babson Heroes, Campus

‘Superheroes’ Joining Forces in Digital Experience Initiative

‘Superheroes’ Joining Forces in Digital Experience Initiative » An interdisciplinary team of Babson faculty is researching the importance of responsible and ethical digital transformation.

By Eric Beato May 28, 2020

Tags: Research, Faculty

Feeding the Frontlines by Supporting Local Business

Feeding the Frontlines by Supporting Local Business » Members of the Babson community have launched initiatives large and small to provide meals for hospital workers and bolster struggling restaurants.

By Eric Beato May 8, 2020

Tags: Babson Heroes, Alumni, Leadership, Babson College's Class of 2021

Virtual Reality: How the Babson Community United in the Face of Crisis

From Babson Magazine

Virtual Reality: How the Babson Community United in the Face of Crisis » The College completed a remarkable transformation to a virtual campus over spring break—with an eye on the future.

By Eric Beato April 23, 2020

Tags: Babson Magazine, Campus, Entrepreneurship Education, Entrepreneurs of All Kinds, Faculty, Babson College's Class of 2020

People of Babson: Lisa Thomas, Director of Service and Justice Programs

From Babson Magazine

People of Babson: Lisa Thomas, Director of Service and Justice Programs » Lisa Thomas, the director of Service and Justice Programs, reflects on the importance of service, and how it relates to entrepreneurial leadership.

By Eric Beato April 23, 2020

Tags: Babson Magazine, Social Innovation

Office Hours: 5 Provocative Films about the American Dream

From Babson Magazine

Office Hours: 5 Provocative Films about the American Dream » Professor Julie Levinson, who has been exploring themes related to the American dream her entire career, recounts five provocative movies that resonate today.

By Eric Beato April 23, 2020

Tags: Babson Magazine, Faculty

Interdisciplinary Research Takes Center Stage

Interdisciplinary Research Takes Center Stage » Babson Faculty Research Day highlights interdisciplinary approach and accelerates connections and collaborations for further research opportunities.

By Eric Beato February 4, 2020

Tags: Research, Faculty

How Babson Dining Could Help Save New England’s Dairy Farms

How Babson Dining Could Help Save New England’s Dairy Farms » By winning the New England Food Vision Prize, Babson College is helping a local farm expand to making mozzarella cheese to increase locally sourced food and engage faculty and students.

By Eric Beato December 18, 2019

Tags: Food Entrepreneurship, Student Life, Sustainability