Alumna Toni Rinow Appointed CEO of Pivot Pharmaceuticals
Dr. Toni Rinow (MBA 鈥�06) was recently appointed to serve as the next CEO of Pivot Pharmaceuticals, a Vancouver-based biopharmaceutical company specializing in medical cannabis products.
With a doctorate in physical chemistry and 20 years of pharmaceutical industry experience, Dr. Rinow is well-positioned to drive global expansion in key cannabis markets in Canada, the U.S., and the EU.
MBA alumna using degree to improve U.S.-Japanese business relations
Professor Karl Moore interviews alumna Laura Younger (MBA鈥�09) about her work as the executive director of the American Chamber of Commerce in Japan (ACCJ) and the practical advantages of earning an MBA.
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MBA Japan alumnus excels in craft beer business
In an interview with Professor Karl Moore, Paul Speed (MBA鈥�14), Co-founder and CEO of the Kyoto Brewing Co., sheds light on the MBA class that flipped his perspective and the road to setting up a thriving business in an foreign land.
MBA alumnus appointed to board of Alimera Sciences
John Snisarenko (MBA鈥�91) has been appointed to the Board of Directors for Alimera Sciences, bringing with him decades of commercial experience in ophthalmology.
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MBA alumna pursues love of bread
Dara Gallinger (MBA鈥�15), CEO & Co-founder of Brodflour, dishes on the inspiration behind launching a one-stop organic flour mill and bakery in a bustling Canadian city.
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Bob Dorrance on the future of finance
Bob Dorrance (MBA鈥�77), Chairman, CEO and President of TD Securities and Group Head, Wholesale Banking, TD Bank Group explains how the finance industry has changed during his career and what it takes to thrive in the business.
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Meet the best MBA professors
Congratulations to Professor Sujata Madan who was named by Poets & Quants among the favorite MBA professors for 2019.
Building a better business through data analytics
Discover how Professor Juan Serpa and a team of Desautels students are using data analytics to streamline operations for Santropol Roulant.
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Armstrong project shortlisted for industry award
The Donald E. Armstrong Building, home of the Desautels MBA and specialized Master鈥檚 programs, has been shortlisted for Grands Prix du genie-conseil Qu茅b茅cois in the project management category.
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Canada: A haven for MBA aspirants
Noting a steady rise in international applicants to the Desautels MBA, Professor Alfred Jaeger, Academic Director of MBA Programs, comments on what draws international applicants to聽Canada.
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Desautels MBA student among ones to watch
Mehreen Haider is named by Poets & Quants among the 2019 MBA students to look out for worldwide 鈥� and it鈥檚 clear to see why as she shares her proudest achievements, career aspirations, and some fun facts about herself.
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How networking can steer you toward the career of your dreams
Desautels MBA student Kris Manipon sheds light on the value of networking when it comes to learning more about an industry and finding your way as you navigate career paths.
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MBA student makes list of best and brightest
Poets & Quants has named MBA student and former Desautels Graduate Student Society President Tegan Boaler among the best and brightest MBAs worldwide. In an interview, Tegan reflects on her proudest achievements at Desautels, her favorite classes, and some other little-known facts about herself.
Data analytics at the heart of NHL playoffs
Craig Buntin (MBA鈥�13), Co-founder and CEO of sports analytics company Sportlogiq, shares how data analytics can give sports teams a serious competitive advantage, including those who are battling it out in the 2019 NHL playoffs. As an example, he refers to the surprising performance of the Columbus Blue Jackets.
MBA alumnus soars to new heights
Craig Landry (MBA鈥�00), currently Vice President, Marketing at Air Canada, has been appointed President of the Air Canada Leisure Group.
In his new position, Mr. Landry will be responsible for the integrated leisure group, which consists of the Air Canada Vacations tour operator business and the leisure airline Air Canada rouge.
