Behind the Business

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Behind the Business is an F. David Fowler Career Center podcast that aims to connect students, faculty and staff. Join co-hosts Marc Machado and Aidan McKernan in each episode as they take you behind the scenes of The George Washington School of Business (GWSB).

Marc Machado, Aidan McKernan


    • Apr 4, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 33m AVG DURATION
    • 8 EPISODES


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    Latest episodes from Behind the Business

    Episode 8

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2024 44:24


    In perhaps the biggest episode of Behind the Business yet, co-hosts Marc Machado and Aidan McKernan are joined by Vanessa Perry, the Interim Dean of the School of Business. Dean Perry reflects on her experiences testifying before Congress, discusses the threat that is "faux diversity" and explains how business leaders can combat social issues such as gentrification.

    Episode 7

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2024 34:18


    On the seventh episode of Behind the Business, co-hosts Marc Machado and Aidan McKernan are joined by Byron Knight, a Business Industry Career Coach at GW. Byron reflects on his decade as both a student and employee at Florida Atlantic University, discusses his transition to GW and chats basketball, including NBA and March Madness.

    SINC Special: Cydney Crasa

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2024 10:45


    Coming at you with another episode from the SINC Conference. This week we are joined by Cydney Crasa, former D1 gymnast & student-athlete at the George Washington and current NIL Sports Agent at Raymond Representation. Be on the lookout for the coming episodes as we have some more great guests soon!

    SINC Special with Scott Rezendes

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 29, 2024 15:03


    Live from the Sports Industry Networking and Career (SINC) Conference, Behind the Business co-hosts Marc Machado and Aidan McKernan chat with Scott Rezendes, the CEO of the Soccer Syndicate and an Adjunct Professor at GW. Scott discusses the course he teaches, reflects on his time as a graduate student at GW and shares advice on starting a company.

    Episode 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2024 40:20


    On the fourth episode of Behind the Business, co-hosts Marc Machado and Aidan McKernan are joined by Abby Hackman, a junior studying International Business and Finance. In addition to serving as the podcast's Social Media Manager, Abby works as a BLD Program Mentor and Fowler Coordinator. She, Marc and Aidan discuss their experiences in such roles and reflect on their time at GW, while answering listener questions.

    Episode 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2024 47:00


    On the third episode of Behind the Business, co-hosts Marc Machado and Aidan McKernan are joined by Meredith Geisler, Assistant Professor of Sport Management at GW. Meredith opens up about her time as a student athlete, her vast PR experiences and her decision to start a company, while sharing tips for building and maintaining relationships.

    Episode 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2024 40:25


    On the second episode of Behind the Business, co-hosts Marc Machado and Aidan McKernan are joined by Kathleen Duffy, the Senior Director of Career Development with the F. David Fowler Career Center. Kathleen talks about her 17 years in the airline industry, her experiences in Latin America and the origins of the Business Leader Development (BLD) Program.

    Episode 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2024 35:11


    On the first episode of Behind the Business, co-hosts Marc Machado and Aidan McKernan are joined by Emma Custis, who - in addition to her role as a Program Associate in the School of Business - is a runner and avid Taylor Swift fan. Emma reflects on her time at the University of Central Florida, her pivot into business and her experience at GW thus far.

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