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Faculty in the Media
Can ethics be taught? New research from MIT Sloan and Notre Dame offers first large sample evidence on how ethics training affects behavior and employment decisions in the financial sector
New research by accounting professor and his co-researchers which offers the first large sample study on how rules and ethics training affects behavior and employment decisions in the financial sector was covered by Markets Insider.
Faculty in the Media
Liberal or conservative? CEOs' political leanings skew firms' logic in structuring initial pay packages
Phys.org covered management professor Timothy Hubbard and his co-researchers' findings of a correlation between the political orientation of new CEOs and their compensation rates in a new study.
Faculty Research
Liberal or conservative? CEOs’ political leanings skew firms’ logic in structuring initial pay packages, study shows
A study by management professor Timothy Hubbard and co-reserachers Scott Graffin and Eric Lee from the University of Georgia and Dane Christensen from the University of Oregon found new CEO compensation mirrors their existing risk preferences.
Vita
A DREAM FOR AFRICA
Valiwe Ushe has a background that shapes his commitment to community service, instilled in him by his mother's rigorous cleaning habits. While growing up in South Africa, he sought to help others through initiatives like a charity drive he proposed during high school. Even after his idea was rejected by the school principal, Ushe took the reins to create the Circle of Influence Projects Society, focusing on supporting schools and children's homes in Zimbabwe, as well as training young South Africans to drive change in their communities.
Family
A GYM OF THEIR OWN
a reality, the more Phoebe Tzannes is committed to creating a welcoming space for young female athletes. Drawing from her experiences as a player and her professional journey, she aims to provide tailored strength and conditioning training that empowers girls, promoting both athletic performance and personal growth. With the support from Notre Dame's IDEA Center, Tzannes is on track to launch PWR, a program designed to meet the specific needs of pre-collegiate female athletes.
Class Notes
CLASS NOTES
Catch up on the latest updates from Mendoza alumni, from new job announcements and retirements to personal milestones and community contributions. Notable highlights include Andrew J. McKenna's leadership at Schwarz Supply Source and Daniel Ford's retirement after three decades on the bench. Other alumni share their ventures in business and creative pursuits, emphasizing their ongoing journeys well beyond graduation.
Editor's Letter
EDITOR'S LETTER FALL 2019
deeper level, it can be about personal growth and community rather than just winning or losing. This issue examines competition through various lenses, from the artistry and strategy in fencing to its implications in finance and entrepreneurship. Profiles of MBA students launching innovative ventures and stories of Olympic hopefuls illustrate how competition can drive positive change and personal fulfillment.
Family
Eye of the Beholder
Ben Moore, an MBA graduate, has launched The Ugly Company to combat food waste by turning rejected fruit into delicious dried snacks. His venture focuses on "ugly" produce that doesn't meet strict retail standards but is still perfectly edible, helping to address both the excess waste on farms and the need for affordable snacks. With products like dried apricots and peaches, the company aims to shift consumer perceptions about food aesthetics while promoting sustainable practices in the agriculture industry.
Vita
FACULTY IN THE NEWS
This update gathers insights from various experts addressing significant trends and events in business and finance. Tim Hubbard comments on Juul and the implications of leadership changes amidst health concerns. Erin Bellissimo discusses female-led investment initiatives on Wall Street, while Robert Battalio explores the competition between stock exchanges for retail investors. Other topics include misclassification in bond funds by Morningstar, the impact of store closures on Sears, espionage charges against former Twitter employees, and customer retention strategies in marketing. Tim Loughran also reflects on the disappointing performance of recent Silicon Valley IPOs.
Features
FAITH, FLOURISHING & FINANCE
Martijn Cremers, the Martin J. Gillen Dean, shares his journey from an academic perspective shaped by the global financial crisis to his current vision for Mendoza College of Business. He explores how integrating faith with finance can promote human flourishing by emphasizing the responsibilities financial professionals have towards all stakeholders, especially the most vulnerable. Cremers reflects on the challenges of balancing competitive market practices with a commitment to the well-being of society, advocating for a financial landscape that prioritizes intrinsic dignity and collective benefit.