Facebook’s millionaires; a trip to space or a good financial plan?
Narat Charupat | May 14, 2012
The upcoming Facebook IPO will certainly make many people who are associated with the company very wealthy. By some estimates, the IPO will create 1,000 millionaires among the company’s employees. That’s because until recently, the company was reportedly quite generous in its use of equity-based compensation scheme. more
Experts available to discuss landmark Facebook IPO
Leah Rosenthal | May 11, 2012
Hamilton, Ont. May. 11, 2012 — With the Facebook Initial Public Offering (IPO) slated for May 18, global influencers in business, communications and social media are eager to see how the move will affect the $100 billion company. Experts from McMaster University are available to discuss the many facets of this groundbreaking development. more
The Magical Business of Disney
Leah Rosenthal | May 2, 2012
How does an organization like The Walt Disney Corporation become so successful, retain its staff and remain cutting edge and creative? What sets it apart from other theme parks, film companies and animated characters? How can your company become a Disney company? more
Ready, set, help. A journey into West Africa sparks the beginning of a charity.
Leah Rosenthal | April 23, 2012
Don Barclay (MBA ’70) helped start “Support. Education. Togo.” (SET), an organization which helps improve education in Togo, West Africa. SET has raised $100,000 and completed two projects in Togo since June, 2011. more
Making an impact
Jim Matthews, '96 | April 18, 2012
Stay focused and remember what’s important to your business. Develop measurable strategies for improving customer service, the bottom line, and morale. more
Yahoo’s replacement CEO could signal new turn for struggling tech giant
Toronto Star | May 14, 2012
The company which dumped its previous CEO, Carol Bartz, in September, was not well-served by its board, said Chris Bart, professor of Strategic Market Leadership at DeGroote.
Top 10 tips for networking
Inside Toronto | May 14, 2012
Bobby Umar is an executive education instructor at DeGroote School of Business.
How To Build A Global Fashion Business – Tal Dehtiar
Fast Company | May 14, 2012
“I was working in nonprofits when I heard about Toms Shoes…” says Tal Dehtiar, MBA ’04 DeGroote School of Business.
Arkells ready to rock at Sound of Music
Hamilton Spectator | May 12, 2012
The 2012 lineup was announced at a gala reception at the DeGroote School of Business in Burlington Friday. The Arkells, currently on a US tour …
Give this former student credit for recognizing a need in retail
Hamilton Spectator | May 12, 2012
With 18 years of programming experience, a computer engineering degree and an MBA from the DeGroote School of Business, Lorne felt confident he could build a mobile app that would…
Cities look to naming rights to fill their coffers but success is uncertain
National Post | May 11, 2012
“Municipalities are new to the game, and sometimes they aren’t very good,” said Marvin Ryder, a marketing professor at the DeGroote School of Business.
Why Brad Pitt is doing a (usually) woman’s job for Chanel No. 5
Toronto Star | May 11, 2012
The oversaturated fragrance industry requires daring, said DeGroote School of Business marketing professor Mandeep Malik. “As these new entrants come into the market place…