Author: 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.

‘Greater Impact’: How Babson Is Positioned to Lead As he begins his fifth year with a clear vision for the future, President Stephen Spinelli Jr. MBA’92, PhD reflects on navigating the unexpected journey of the pandemic and how the challenges and solutions have the College poised to expand its leadership and impact.

Tagged Campus, Leadership, Entrepreneurial Leadership, Student Life, Technology

Posted in Community, Entrepreneurial Leadership

Anjali Wali ’09 Keeps the Alumni Community Connected As the director of regional programs and annual giving at Babson, Anjali Wali ’09 has a unique perspective and opportunity to connect with fellow alumni.

Tagged Alumni, People of Babson, Babson Magazine

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Seven Things to Know About Babson Rugby Star Reed Santos Reed Santos ’24 captained the Babson United Rugby Club to its first national title this spring. Now, the rugby star is eyeing more national titles and even the Olympics.

Tagged Athletics, Student Life, Campus, Entrepreneurship, Leadership

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Mike Lynch on the Championship Culture of Babson Athletics Babson’s athletic director reflects on the department’s recent successes and awards, its new strategic vision, and the launch of the women’s golf team.

Tagged Athletics, Campus, Diversity and Inclusion, Leadership, Student Life

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Jerry Epps: Maximizing Opportunities for Diverse Suppliers After 42 years at Boston Children’s Hospital, Jerry Epps has put Babson at the forefront of supplier diversity as the College’s first director of vendor diversity.

Tagged Diversity and Inclusion, People of Babson, Campus, Babson Magazine

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A Homeland in Peril Inspires Action Her lifelong passion for ocean conservancy and commitment to her roots propel Presidential Scholar Ela Gokcigdem ’24 to the global stage

Tagged Social Innovation, Undergraduate, Student Life, Class of 2024, Babson Magazine

Posted in Entrepreneurial Leadership, Outcomes

‘More than Hockey’: Jake Thibeault and the Power of Brotherly Bonds Now settled at Babson after a life-changing on-ice accident, Jake Thibeault ’26 provides inspiration and draws strength from the embrace of the Babson men’s ice hockey family.

Tagged Athletics, Campus, Student Life, Class of 2026, Class of 2023, Babson Magazine

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VIDEO: Commencement Ceremonies of the Class of 2023 Inspirational speeches cap Babson College’s celebration of the accomplishments of the Class of 2023 during the undergraduate and graduate Commencement ceremonies.

Tagged Commencement, Class of 2023, Undergraduate, Graduate, Campus

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Big Ideas and Timeless Questions at the Last Lecture Richard Goulding, who received the Thomas Kennedy Award for Teaching Excellence, delivered the traditional Last Lecture to Babson’s graduate Class of 2023.

Tagged Class of 2023, Graduate, Advice, Faculty

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Five Observations from the Gap Brand CEO Mark Breitbard P’26, president and CEO of the Gap Brand, shared his insights with two classes and a fireside chat during a recent visit to campus.

Tagged Leadership, Entrepreneurship Education, Undergraduate, Student Life

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