Daniels College of Business, University of Denver

In observance of Labor Day, University of Denver will be closed today, Monday, Sept. 2.

The Paris Paralympics are now underway and Daniels alumna Emily Lloyd (MBA 2023) will be on-site, representing the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee (USOPC) as a performance pathway specialist.

Lloyd’s role fosters partnerships between the USOPC, the NCAA and individual colleges, delivering invaluable insights from athletes who have been through their programs.

Alumna Supports Athletes at the Paralympics | Daniels College of Business Emily Lloyd will be in Paris as a performance pathway specialist, helping the U.S. secure as many gold medals as it can.

The Daniels community takes a walk down Wall Street! 📈🏦

Led by Daniels finance faculty Mac Clouse, Dean Boyd and our students recently traveled to New York City to visit the New York Stock Exchange and meet with alumni. Check out these photos from their travels.

Daniels Executive PhD student Faye Farmer is leveraging her higher education background to explore how identity influences academic research collaboration.

Farmer's findings reveal that faculty who are first-generation college grads navigate collaborations differently than their peers.

Executive PhD Student Examines Identity’s Influence on Collaboration | Daniels College of Business Faye Farmer is applying lessons from her job in Daniels’ Executive PhD program, researching how identity impacts collaboration.

| From sunrise to sunset, discover why Amphitheater is Colorado’s most iconic concert venue, movie theatre, and yoga studio. Plan your next trip with tips from the DU Field Notes and see why it’s a true student favorite!

https://www.du.edu/news/red-rocks-amphitheatre-colorados-most-famous-concert-venue

📸: Visit Denver

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Join Entrepreneurship at DU this Thursday, Aug. 29! RSVP here: https://daniels.du.edu/blog/daniels-events/edu-summer-base-camp-final-pitch

Seventeen Chinese media executives visited Daniels classrooms last month, participating in a “mini media MBA” program that teaches them about the global media industry. Since the Chinese Executive Media Management Program was created, more than 170 people have taken part, a number of broadcasting and research organizations.

Chinese Media Executives Return to Daniels | Daniels College of Business A fellowship program supports professional growth of Chinese media executives, builds bridges in global media community.

Congratulations to our recent graduates! 🎊🎉

Thank you to everyone who helped celebrate our 2024 summer Academic Hood ceremony.

Our final Summer School spotlight of the year features Jaleesa McIntosh, assistant director of events.

McIntosh oversees the signature events at Daniels, including today's summer Academic Hood ceremony. Her creativity is essential in planning these events, a trait she also leverages in her role as executive director of the Colorado Black Arts Festival, which she has cherished since childhood.

Follow along as Online MBA student Katie Ninedorf takes over the Daniels Instagram story () from Aug. 26-27 in Prague, Czech Republic! 🇨🇿

A scholarship from the Daniels Alumni Advisory Board (AAB) is helping students Elizabeth Mondo and Lexi Haskins grow their networks and deepen their industry knowledge. Thanks to the AAB's support, both students have attended sustainability conferences that align with their professional priorities.

Alumni Advisory Board Scholarship Opens Doors For Daniels Students | Daniels College of Business Sustainability-minded master's students expand their networks and deepen their industry knowledge through professional development opportunities.

Meet Dr. Traci Kimball (MBA 2023), a wound care specialist and founder of the WISH Clinic and WISH Skin Labs. When Kimball realized she needed business acumen to achieve her professional goals, she pursued an MBA at Daniels, a decision that inspired her to open a practice of her own.

An MBA Helps ‘Wound Wizard’ Build a Health Care Empire | Daniels College of Business Dr. Traci Kimball used Daniels as a lab to create a holistic clinic for research and treatment.

Zoe Jackson, assistant director of graduate admissions, has been traveling across Africa to participate in the SEED Business School Festival! She's already stopped at Lagos and Abuja to chat with students and answer their questions about Daniels. Next up: Accra, Nairobi and Johannesburg.

Want to learn more? Click here: https://event.seedglobaleducation.com/

Today's Summer School series features Ashley Mercer, special projects and events manager for Entrepreneurship@DU.

Most of Mercer’s time on campus is spent in The Garage, E@DU’s headquarters at the corner of Asbury Ave. and York St. Although she doesn't claim to be an entrepreneur, Mercer has to use a similarly adaptable mindset to help keep the program running smoothly.

Summer School: Ashley Mercer’s Behind-the-Scenes Support | Daniels College of Business She’s not an entrepreneur, but Ashley Mercer makes sure the University's Entrepreneurship@DU program runs smoothly.

Pursuing an MBA can significantly enhance your skill set and career path, but it’s a decision that requires careful consideration.

Lowell Valencia-Miller, assistant dean of MBA Programs at the Daniels College of Business, discusses what MBA candidates should keep in mind before enrolling in a program.

Is an MBA Worth It? Understanding the Benefits and Career Impact | Daniels College of Business Discover if earning an MBA is worth it for you. Explore the benefits, potential salary increases, and networking opportunities that an MBA degree can offer.

Check out upcoming September courses and events offered by Executive Education at DU!

Sept. 5-19, Finance For Non-Financial Managers:
https://tinyurl.com/FinanceForNonFinancialMgrs2024

Sept. 12, Bailey Program Annual Dinner Celebration:
https://tinyurl.com/BaileyAnnualDinner2024

Sept. 17, Effective Communication Using Insights Discovery:
https://tinyurl.com/InsightsDiscovery2024

Sept. 17-Oct. 8, Build a Data Strategy Leveraging AI:
https://tinyurl.com/BuildDataStrategyWAI2024

Sept. 24, Bailey Program In Northern Colorado Roundtable:
https://tinyurl.com/BaileyRoundtableNorthernCO2024

Sept. 26-28, The Franchisee Journey:
https://tinyurl.com/FranchiseeJourneySept2024

Sept. 26-Oct. 10, Data Visualization Using Power BI:
https://tinyurl.com/DataVizUsingPowerBI2024

We're grateful for the MBA students, alumni, faculty and friends who joined us last night at Nocturne Jazz & Supper Club! Special thanks to Nicole Mattson (MBA 2012) for hosting this fantastic evening.

Looking for the best spots to eat by campus? Check out the University of Denver's annual Field Notes series, featuring seven historic restaurants within a 10-minute walk, drive, bus or light rail ride from DU.

Iconic Eats Within DU's Reach | Daniels College of Business Denver is home to many historic and well-loved eating establishments that have stood the test of time—and Yelp reviews.

Our Summer School series continues with Leticia Robledo, the director of finance and business operations at Daniels.

Robledo is a first-generation Mexican American who took a leap of faith at age 18 to pursue accounting, a choice that led to her current role at the College. Guided by Dr. Seuss’ "Oh, the Places You’ll Go," she has embraced life's uncertain transitions, all while preserving the rich heritage of her family roots.

Summer School: Leticia Robledo’s Sprint for Opportunity | Daniels College of Business The Daniels director of finance and business operations has found a home in Colorado, maintaining her Mexican-American heritage.

Few industries have faced more turmoil since COVID-19 than the hospitality sector. Companies have been forced to adapt to the lingering effects of the pandemic, inflation and shifting consumer preferences.

David Corsun, director and professor at the Daniels College of Business’ Fritz Knoebel School of Hospitality Management, breaks down six trends to watch as the hospitality industry continues to evolve.

Hospitality Trends: Exploring the Latest Innovations and Insights | Daniels College of Business Discover the top trends in the hospitality industry. From sustainability initiatives to personalized guest experiences, here’s what David Corsun has to say.

Helena Karchere, director of the Bailey Program for Family Enterprise at Daniels, recently traveled to Washington, D.C., to emphasize the economic and societal importance of family-owned businesses.

Organized by Family Enterprise USA, the trip aimed provide federal lawmakers with information as they consider policies impacting family businesses.

Bailey Program Advocates for Family Businesses in D.C. | Daniels College of Business Director Helena Karchere spoke with lawmakers and their aides about the societal and economic impact of family businesses.

This week's Summer School profile spotlights Tim Downs, executive chef at the Fritz Knoebel School of Hospitality Management.

Downs' career started at age 15 in Michigan as a dishwasher. A decade later, he became an executive kitchen manager, opening new restaurants and training future managers. Now, he leverages the countless lessons learned in the kitchen to mentor and develop Daniels students.

Summer School: Tim Downs’ Zest for Teaching | Daniels College of Business The executive chef at Knoebel Events is imparting wisdom on the next generation of Daniels hospitality students.

Happy 148th Birthday, Colorado!! 🎂

Athletes from across the globe gather at the Olympics and get a crash course in multicultural communications—a skill of growing importance in the business world.

Daniels faculty Amanda Cahal outlines strategies to enhance collaboration and diversity, improve client relations and effectively communicate across cultures.

Summer Olympics Provide Lessons in Cross-Cultural Communications | Daniels College of Business Athletes brought together from more than 200 countries are a reminder of the importance of interacting across cultures.

Join us as we revisit the most insightful moments from the Voices of Experience podcast’s third season, featuring advice from CEOs and senior business leaders from a variety of industries.

Don't forget to subscribe on your favorite streaming platform ahead of Season 4!

The Best Advice from the Voices of Experience Podcast, Season 3 | Daniels College of Business Listen to words of wisdom from senior business leaders, who joined the Voices of Experience podcast this season.

An appreciation post for some of the many 2024 Daniels graduates celebrating their achievements this summer. 🎓🎉✨

Congratulations, Maria, Ole, Ludilyn, Evan and all our other graduates!

Join us Sept. 26-28 for the Liniger Center on Franchising’s upcoming course: The Franchisee Journey.

This three-day workshop will outline key considerations when making the decision to become a franchisee and follow that decision through to an eventual exit. Along the way, we will examine key milestones, common issues and challenges to better understand how to drive success, improve performance and build strong brand value.

Led by Benjamin C. Litalien, this course is an excellent networking opportunity and eligible for continuing education credits from the International Franchise Association.

Register today:
https://tinyurl.com/FranchiseeJourneySept2024