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Nov 23, 2020

Debunking Pandemic Myths

As a guest on Minnesota Public Radio, Lindsey Leininger discusses the infodemic occurring alongside the COVID-19 pandemic, and how public health experts can combat the spread of disinformation.

Nov 22, 2020

Why the Simple Message to Help Stop the Pandemic Still Isn’t Getting Through

Quotes Lindsey Leininger in an article about how to share public health guidance regarding the COVID-19 pandemic in ways that resonate.

Nov 21, 2020

How Sarah Apgar and FitFighter Are Changing Fitness

A feature story about Sarah Apgar T’11, founder of fitness brand FitFighter, and her recent appearance on “Shark Tank” where Apgar closed a deal with Daniel Lubetzky.

Nov 19, 2020

The Best Inventions of 2020

Highlights the HC1 Communicator, a smart hardhat developed by Guardhat—led by co-founder and CEO Saikat Dey T’05—as one of the best inventions of 2020.

Nov 18, 2020

Africa’s Response to Coronavirus Spawns Innovation Trends

An article examining numerous innovations that have sprung out of Africa during the COVID-19 pandemic highlights the concept of reverse innovation popularized by Vijay Govindarajan.

Nov 18, 2020

The Leading B-Schools with the Most Women

Highlights Tuck as one of the top business schools in the world at enrolling women.

Nov 18, 2020

The Psychology of Saving and Spending: Eesha Sharma at CNBC Your Money Summit

Eesha Sharma discusses the behavioral psychology behind spending versus saving money and how the way people perceive themselves, and their wealth, can influence their actions.

Nov 17, 2020

Coronavirus Cases Are Rising. This Is the Kind of Communication Design We Need Now

A feature story about Dear Pandemic—a team of public health experts, including Tuck’s Lindsey Leininger, who are fighting misinformation about the COVID-19 pandemic.

Nov 17, 2020

Biden Advisers Reject Idea of Nationwide Lockdown despite Coronavirus Surge

Quotes Lindsey Leininger in an article exploring the possibility of a nationwide lockdown to curb the rise of COVID-19 cases.

Nov 16, 2020

How Small Businesses Are Bracing for a COVID Winter—or Not

Quotes Dean Matthew Slaughter in a piece about how small businesses are approaching newly imposed, or forthcoming, lockdowns and stay-at-home orders to halt the spread of COVID-19.

Nov 16, 2020

Support for MAX Brand Wavers as Boeing Jet Nears Green Light

Quotes Paul Argenti in an article about Boeing weighing whether to rebrand the 737 MAX airplane.

Nov 16, 2020

Women Rise to Record Numbers at Top-Ranked Business Schools

Quotes Pat Harrison, co-executive director of admissions and financial aid, in an article about the rise of women enrollment at top business schools.

Nov 16, 2020

Experts Say the CDC’s Thanksgiving Guidelines Are Too Lenient

Quotes Lindsey Leininger in an article about public health experts who say the CDC’s guidelines for the Thanksgiving holiday are not enough to limit the spread of COVID-19.

Nov 16, 2020

Do You Spend Instead of Save? Here’s Why—and How You Can Change It

A feature story about research by Eesha Sharma exploring the psychology behind spending and saving money.

Nov 15, 2020

Adweek’s Most Powerful Women in Sports: 31 MVPs Showing Brands and Fans the Way to Win

Highlights Tuck alumnae Kate Jhaveri T’03, chief marketing officer at the NBA, and Andrea Perez T’08, VP and general manager of Jordan Brand at Nike, as two of the 31 most powerful women in sports.

Nov 14, 2020

Facebook Critic Roger McNamee on the Tech Giant’s Role in Spreading Disinformation

Roger McNamee T’82 joins MSNBC to discuss how Facebook is addressing criticism of its role in spreading misinformation.

Nov 14, 2020

The Cost of Not Getting an MBA

Features Muyambi Muyambi T’18, founder of Cycle Connect, in an article highlighting MBA graduates who used their degrees to significantly advance their careers.

Nov 13, 2020

Jack Petersen: M&A Is Vital but Tough Work for Summit Trail

A feature interview with Jack Petersen T’93, founder and managing partner at Summit Trail Advisors, discussing how the firm approaches mergers and acquisitions.

Nov 13, 2020

Weekend Roundup—November 13

Lindsey Leininger joins CBS News Radio to discuss ways people can safely gather during the holiday season.

Nov 13, 2020

Europe Keeps Schools Open, Not Restaurants. The U.S. Has Other Ideas.

Quotes Lindsey Leininger in an article about opposing strategies regarding schools and restaurants in the United States and Europe, as cases of COVID-19 rise in both.

Nov 12, 2020

Could Pandemic Shocks Delay Tri-State Rebound?

Quotes Emily Blanchard in an article about how the coronavirus pandemic will impact businesses in Ohio.

Nov 12, 2020

Kamala Harris’ Husband Doug Emhoff Breaks Gender Stereotypes by Putting Her Career Ahead of His

Quotes Ella Bell Smith in an article about Vice President-elect Kamala Harris and her husband, Doug Emhoff.

Nov 11, 2020

This Military Mom’s ‘Grit’ Exercise Is Key to Surviving the Pandemic

Shannon Huffman Polson T’03, author of The Grit Factor, pens an article sharing how the lessons she learned in the military, and from the women she interviewed for her book, can help mothers during the pandemic.

Nov 11, 2020

B-Schools for High-Paying Finance, Accounting Jobs

Highlights Tuck as one of the top business schools for students interested in finance or accounting jobs.

Nov 10, 2020

Acting with Purpose: Brands & Social Justice

As a guest on the Brand & New podcast, Peter Golder discusses when brands get involved in social issues, including potential risks, how to assess the effectiveness of a brand’s reaction, and more.

Nov 10, 2020

Experts Say No Need to Cancel Thanksgiving, but Play It Safe

Quotes Lindsey Leininger alongside numerous public health experts in an article about the health precautions to take prior to the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday.

Nov 09, 2020

Fresh Fridge Kiosks Provide Offices with Healthy, Safe Food Service

A feature story about 6AM Health, a specialty food business founded by Brad Callow T’13.

Nov 06, 2020

The Analytics and AI Opportunity for Business Schools

Vijay Govindarajan and coauthor offer a strategic framework for business schools to consider when evaluating, developing, and growing their advanced analytics and AI programming.

Nov 06, 2020

The Brands Bold Enough to Comment on the U.S. Election: An Irish Airline and a...

An article about companies that have spoken out in regard to the U.S. presidential election quotes Paul Argenti.

Nov 05, 2020

Primary Source: Lynch Says Biden Can Help Reunite the Country

Quotes John Lynch in an article examining election results.

Nov 05, 2020

Peter Fisher Is Worried about a ‘Mini-Stagflation Economy’

As a guest on “Bloomberg Markets”, Peter Fisher discusses the U.S. economy, a steepening yield curve, and the state of the dollar.

Nov 04, 2020

What’s the Difference between Travel Protection and Travel Insurance?

Quotes Dan Richards T’03, CEO of Global Rescue in an article exploring travel protection and insurance.

Nov 04, 2020

‘Science Was on the Ballot’: How Can Public Health Recover from a Rebuke at the Polls?

Quotes Lindsey Leininger in an article about how public health experts and practitioners can better connect with a majority of Americans, regardless of political ideology.

Nov 04, 2020

Make America Healthy Again by Paying More Attention to Nutrition

Matthew Rees and coauthor Vanita Rahman scribe an article about the importance of nutrition to Americans’ health.

Nov 04, 2020

Minnesota U.S. Sen. Tina Smith Staves off Jason Lewis, Wins Second Term

A feature story about Tina Smith T’84, U.S. Senator from Minnesota. Smith earned a second term in the Senate after defeating Republican challenger Jason Lewis.

Nov 02, 2020

Laura Scott of Takeoff Technologies: The Future of Retail in the Post Pandemic World

A feature interview with Laura Scott T’03, COO of Takeoff Technologies—a company bridging the gap between retail grocers and technology.