Tag: Arthur M. Blank School for Entrepreneurial Leadership

Brett Jewkes speaks to a class
Career Advice and Insider Insights from the World of Sports Brett Jewkes, of The Blank Family of Businesses, offers insights on the business and inner workings of sports in his latest visit to Babson, which has introduced a popular sports management concentration.
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October 4, 2024

Posted in Insights

C. Dean Metropoulos cuts the ribbon at the dedication
Empowering the Future at the C. Dean Metropoulos Institute for Technology and Entrepreneurship  C. Dean Metropoulos ’67, MBA’68 returned to Babson for the dedication of the new institute, which bolsters the College’s leading entrepreneurial education in the leadership ranks of technology and AI.
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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.
October 3, 2024

Posted in Community, Entrepreneurial Leadership

F&E CWEL Kicks Off 25th Anniversary Celebration Series The Frank & Eileen™ Center for Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership begins its 25th anniversary celebration with a special LinkedIn series.
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October 2, 2024

Posted in Babson Briefs

Young entrepreneurs collaborate as one writes on a white board
Young Entrepreneurs Drive ‘Bright Future,’ GEM U.S. Report Shows For the second consecutive year, 18- to 24-year-old entrepreneurs outpace older generations in starting or intending to start businesses, according to the milestone Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) United States 2023–2024 Report.
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September 5, 2024

Posted in Entrepreneurial Leadership, Insights

Ab Igram speaks in front of a screen with the International Society of Franchising logo
Harnessing the Franchise Model for Social Impact Franchising is emerging as a powerful force in driving social impact, as highlighted at the International Society of Franchising Conference. Experts emphasize how integrating social responsibility into franchise models not only meets evolving consumer expectations but also enhances business success and community welfare.
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August 28, 2024

Posted in Insights

Cindy Klein Marmer and a student collaborate in the Blank Center
Cindy Klein Marmer on Building Connections and Helping Entrepreneurs In a host of roles, Cindy Klein Marmer MBA’02 has worked with students to build relationships and solve problems. Now, as the interim executive director of the Blank Center, she reflects on her opportunities and impact over her 20 years on campus.
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August 12, 2024

Posted in Community

An overview of the Foundry as students listen to Donna Levin speak
Bringing Ideas to Life at Babson’s Weissman Foundry  In a prototyping and storytelling session at the Weissman Foundry, a group of students from the Dana Hall School experiences an important part of the entrepreneurial process.
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July 12, 2024

Posted in Community, Entrepreneurial Leadership

Side-by-side portraits of Andrew Ajao and Radhika Kasera
Creating Inclusive Communities: Babson MBA Students Help Create Spaces for Connection Meet two recent graduates—Andrew Ajao MBA’24 and Radhika Kasera MBA’24—who found impactful roles with the Frank & Eileen™ Center for Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership.
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June 27, 2024

Posted in Community

Shakenna Williams speaks into a mircrophone during a panel discussion
Joining Boards Early in Your Career Can Change Your Trajectory for the Better — Here’s How to Harness Their Power In an article from Entrepreneur magazine, Shakenna Williams of the Frank & Eileen™ Center for Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership shares how serving on boards can help entrepreneurs build their networks and expand their skill sets.
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May 20, 2024

Posted in Entrepreneurial Leadership, Insights

A collage of photos from Rocket Pitch
Scenes from Rocket Pitch Rocket Pitch is a Babson rite of passage. In this photo essay, we go behind the scenes to illustrate the buzz of excitement and inspiration that boosts Rocket Pitch
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April 9, 2024

Posted in Community