17/08/2026
Iowa State University’s Executive MBA recently took the lecture hall to Bologna and Amsterdam, with participants from Iowa State University Ivy College of Business visiting Carpigiani, Ducati, Maersk and Royal FloraHolland.
That meant gelato production, motorcycles, global shipping and the world’s largest flower auction all made it onto the itinerary, alongside Bologna’s historic streets, Amsterdam’s canals and Keukenhof in full spring color.
We caught up with participants along the way to hear what stood out, what surprised them and what they’re taking away from the experience. Watch the video to hear it from them. 👇