Donor and Alumni News

Inner Circle May 2018
Engaging with Industry
We’ve made (and are making) investments and enhancements to key programs and priorities at the college.
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Women in Business Shake It Off with Cortney McDermott

Writer, speaker, and strategist Cortney McDermott served as keynote speaker for the 13th annual Women in Business gala held April 18.

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Business 1O1 Podcast: Professionalism 1O1 with Molly Malone
Molly Malone, former vice president of sales for Kroger, defines professionalism as a refined sense of tenacity and discusses the power of the B student.
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Greg Lawrence Joins Warsaw Advisory Board

The James H. Warsaw Sports Marketing Center’s Advisory Board announces the addition of Greg Lawrence.

2018 Oregon New Venture Championship
New Venture Champion Announces 2018 Winners

After three days of competition, the Lundquist College of Business is pleased to announce the winners of the 2018 New Venture Championship.

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2018 New Venture Championship Judges

The Oregon New Venture Championship (NVC), the original six-round business competition for graduate students has announced its five final round judges.

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2018 New Venture Championship Semifinalists

The 27th Annual Oregon New Venture Championship has announced the 2018 venture teams that will compete in Portland, Oregon, April 19-21.

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The MBA Journey: A Finance Perspective

With a solid background in finance, Alex Bibb, MBA ’17, knew his next move needed to be an MBA in order to further his career.

In the Spotlight: Ellen Schmidt-Devlin
In the Spotlight: Ellen Schmidt-Devlin

A look at the storied career of UO Sports Product Management cofounder and executive director Ellen Schmidt-Devlin.

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Executive MBA Alumni Board Seeks New Members

Oregon Executive MBA Alumni Board seeks nominations.

Taking a Seat at the Table: Women and Corporate Culture
Taking a Seat at the Table: Women and Corporate Culture

The Oregon Executive MBA Alumni Board looks at women in business, with a focus on four accomplished graduates.

Paula A. Barran: Partner, Barran Liebman LLP
Taking a Seat at the Table: Paula A. Barran

"Don't stay in a career you don't love," advises Oregon Executive MBA alumna Paula Barran.

Alumna Profile: Katy Brown
Taking a Seat at the Table: Katy Brown

Be persistent and learn from your mistakes, advises Oregon Executive MBA alumna Katy Brown.

Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Tillamook County Creamery Association
Taking a Seat at the Table: Linda Pearce

Become an expert in an area you love, recommends Oregon Executive MBA alumna Linda Pearce.

Spotlight on Ellen Schmidt-Devlin
Taking a Seat at the Table: Ellen Schmidt-Devlin

For Oregon Executive MBA alumna Ellen Schmidt-Devlin, it's all about finding your voice, your confidence, and your passion.