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Entrepreneurial Leadership

The world needs entrepreneurial leaders to solve complex challenges that have persisted for decades or longer, as well as future ones we can’t even envision yet. Entrepreneurial leadership is both a skill set and a mindset, and entrepreneurial leaders impact businesses, organizations, and society because they put people first and manage in a relational way. Here, we illustrate the impact of entrepreneurial leadership through inspiring and uplifting stories from the Babson community and beyond.

The setting sun shines on Tomasso Hall and the Babson campus
Babson Launches New Doctor of Business Administration Program to Empower Entrepreneurial Leaders Babson College introduces its Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) program, empowering experienced professionals to address real-world challenges with innovative solutions through applied research and entrepreneurial leadership.
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December 9, 2024

Tagged Faculty, Entrepreneurship Education, Graduate, Entrepreneurship of All Kinds, Campus

Posted in Community, Entrepreneurial Leadership

2026-05-17 16:30:20
With water as a backdrop behind him, Geeth Devara MSBA’24 poses for a photo
How One Babson MSBA Student Addressed Climate Change At IBM, Geeth Devara MSBA’24 helped develop an intricate model using satellite images. In this time of climate change, that model can identify at-risk populations during a heat wave.
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December 4, 2024

Tagged Global, Graduate, Sustainability, Entrepreneurial Leadership

Posted in Entrepreneurial Leadership

2026-05-16 15:17:15
The Babson mascot poses for a photo high above the celebration at the Babson World Globe
The No. 2 College in America: A Look Behind Babson’s Stellar Ranking Back in September, The Wall Street Journal ranked Babson the second best college in America. The lofty ranking—thrilling and, ultimately, not surprising—reflects Babson’s well-rounded, well-prepared, and well-regarded graduates, who are poised for success in their lives and careers.
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November 29, 2024

Tagged Campus, Entrepreneurial Leadership, Entrepreneurship Education, Leadership, Student Life, Babson Magazine

Posted in Community, Entrepreneurial Leadership, Outcomes

2026-05-15 18:50:02
Exterior shot of the HELV with small inset photos of people interacting inside
An Inside Look at the Herring Family Entrepreneurial Leadership Village The Herring Family Entrepreneurial Leadership Village, which opened this fall, is a defining addition to Babson’s campus. This is a look at the people of HELV, at the faculty, staff, and entrepreneurial leaders in the making who call this new campus landmark home. 
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November 29, 2024

Tagged Entrepreneurial Leadership, Entrepreneurship Ecosystems, Entrepreneurship Education, Student Life, Babson Magazine

Posted in Community, Entrepreneurial Leadership

2026-05-10 22:52:30
Composite portraits of Moris Castillo, Walter Weekes Jr., and Sarah Wilson
Good Fellows: Creating Value in the Community by Serving on Nonprofit Boards Students and alumni in the Babson Board Fellows program create social value by serving as nonvoting members of nonprofit boards.
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November 29, 2024

Tagged Entrepreneurial Leadership, Entrepreneurship Education, Experiential Learning, Graduate, Social Innovation, Arthur M. Blank School for Entrepreneurial Leadership

Posted in Community, Entrepreneurial Leadership

2026-05-18 16:41:47
Kristi Girdharry sits for a portrait on campus
How a Writing Professor Embraces AI at Babson With her work with The Generator and in a new course this spring, Associate Teaching Professor Kristi Girdharry explores the complexities, ethics, and opportunities of artificial intelligence
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November 29, 2024

Tagged Faculty, Tech Entrepreneurship, Technology, Entrepreneurship Education

Posted in Entrepreneurial Leadership, Insights

2026-05-16 00:45:26
Patrick Clarke smiles for a photo outdoors near water
An Ocean of Opportunity to Make a Difference Inspired by the natural wonders of Cape Cod, Patrick Clarke ’09 gives back by investing in marine conservation with his purpose-driven brand, Cape Clasp.
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November 29, 2024

Tagged Entrepreneurial Leadership, Social Innovation, Alumni

Posted in Entrepreneurial Leadership

2026-04-30 23:41:36
Students hold a large check mark to celebrate Make Your Mark
A Milestone Moment for Babson ELevates Campaign Surpassing $600 million, double its original goal, the Babson ELevates campaign continues to unite the community to support the College’s strategic initiatives.
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November 29, 2024

Tagged Alumni, Campus, Entrepreneurial Leadership

Posted in Community, Entrepreneurial Leadership

2026-05-08 17:15:24
Entrepreneurial lessons are woven into Elphaba's character and journey in the top-earning movie Wicked. (Photo: Universal Pictures)
Wicked Entrepreneurial? Startup Lessons from the Witch of the West Wicked offers entrepreneurial lessons as Elphaba’s journey of defiance and persistence aligns with the mindset needed to innovate and succeed, Babson Associate Professor Beth Wynstra says.
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November 27, 2024

Tagged Faculty, Entrepreneurship Education, Entrepreneurship of All Kinds

Posted in Entrepreneurial Leadership, Insights

2026-05-17 14:14:55
Babson Professor Heidi Neck’s keynote presentation at the GCEC conference addressed the vital role educators play in the lives of future entrepreneurs. (Photo: Nic Czarnecki)
Lateral Thinking and Awe Walks: Heidi Neck Shares Recipe for Entrepreneurial Growth at GCEC Babson Professor Heidi Neck encouraged entrepreneurship educators at the Global Consortium of Entrepreneurship Centers to prioritize courage, resilience, and lateral thinking in their classrooms.
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November 25, 2024

Tagged Campus, Entrepreneurship Education, Faculty, Arthur M. Blank School for Entrepreneurial Leadership

Posted in Community, Entrepreneurial Leadership

2026-05-18 13:28:46