Business Beyond Usual

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, Eduardo, Alex, and Shobhit chat with MTrek board members Victoria and Ryan about the unique travel and team-building experience that kicks off the MBA year at Michigan Ross. Hear about the 20 different MTreks that took place all around the world this year, and what the participants gained from the experience.Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” coming soon.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Producers and Hosts: Eduardo Rejman, Alex Perez-Garcia, and Shobhit ShekharGuests: Victoria Heuschneider, Ryan SharpsteneExecutive Producers: Eugenia Collins, Thomas De Clercq, Preston Hill, Mikayla Terrell, and Bob NeedhamCopyright 2022 - University of Michigan

In this episode, graduating Michigan Ross MBA students who are also members of the Business Beyond Usual team talk about what they'll miss about Ann Arbor, how their plans did or did not change over the course of their MBA experience, highlights of the Michigan Ross MBA program, advice for incoming students, and much more.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Hosts and Producers: Eugenia Collins, Mikayla Terrell. Panelists: Christina Weiberg, Alexia Sabogal, Taylor Clark, Eric Hopfenbeck. Executive Producers: Eric Hopfenbeck, Christina Weiberg, and Bob Needham.Audio Engineer: Jonah Brockman.Copyright 2022 - University of Michigan

In this episode, Michigan Ross MBA students talk about their experience with MAP, in which teams of first-year students work on a real-world problem for a sponsoring company. They talk about choosing a project, the value of working on site, the most valuable aspects of the program, and much more.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Hosts and Producers: Thomas De Clercq, Eileen Enright. Panelists: Kanishk Goyal, Luke Hendon, Yashesh Parajia, Elisalde Rodriguez, Rachel Sze. Executive Producers: Eric Hopfenbeck, Christina Weiberg, and Bob Needham.Audio Engineer: Jonah Brockman.Copyright 2022 - University of Michigan

In this episode, Michigan Ross MBA students talk about pre-MBA preparation – what you need to do to get ready before starting classes. They cover pre-Ross academic resources, tips to find housing, pre-MBA internships, connecting with your future classmates, starting to plan for a career pivot, creating a “brag folder,” and much more..Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Hosts and Producers: Eduardo Rejman, Ivy Kim. Panelists: Isabelle Shanafelt, Jess Mersten. Executive Producers: Eric Hopfenbeck, Christina Weiberg, and Bob Needham.Audio Engineer: Jonah Brockman.Copyright 2022 - University of Michigan

In this episode, Michigan Ross MBA students who have a partner – and in some cases, kids – compare notes on their experiences. They talk about choosing an MBA program with a partner, life in the Ann Arbor community, opportunities for partners at Ross and in the community, favorite date spots in Ann Arbor, available resources, and much more.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Hosts and Producers: Eugenia Collins, Preston Hill. Panelists: Evalynn Rosado, Abid Ali, Michelle , Saar Joskovitch. Executive Producers: Eric Hopfenbeck, Christina Weiberg, and Bob Needham.Audio Engineer: Jonah Brockman.Copyright 2022 - University of Michigan   

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, Thomas and Eduardo chat with Corey Seeman, director of Kresge Library Services and a photographer who has captured more than 100,000 images of campus squirrels, earning him the nickname "Squirrel Man."Squirrel pageSquirrel pictures of the dayCheck out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” coming soon.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Producers and Hosts: Thomas De Clercq, Eduardo RejmanGuests: Corey SeemanExecutive Producers: Christina Weiberg, Eric Hopfenbeck, and Bob NeedhamCopyright 2022 - University of Michigan

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, Andrew Suzuki discusses the Asian American Business Association and its activities, including the upcoming A-Pop event.Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” coming soon.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Producers and Hosts: Preston Hill, Eric HopfenbeckGuests: Andrew SuzukiExecutive Producers: Christina Weiberg, Eric Hopfenbeck, and Bob NeedhamCopyright 2022 - University of Michigan

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, a panel of students who describe themselves as introverts discuss their life in business school, including perception versus reality, how they fit in, coping strategies, and more.Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” coming soon.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Producer and Host: Mikayla Terrell.Guests: Kevin Kou, Keith Luu, Brittney Smith, Ebuka Ufondu.Executive Producers: Christina Weiberg, Eric Hopfenbeck, and Bob NeedhamCopyright 2022 - University of Michigan

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, guest Stephan talks about his involvement with the Toigo Foundation as well as the Hispanic Business Students Association, which is sponsoring an upcoming Latin dance event.Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” coming soon, showcasing the international student experience.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Producers and Hosts: Eugenia Collins, Eileen Enright.Guest: Stephan Garcia.Executive Producers: Christina Weiberg, Eric Hopfenbeck, and Bob NeedhamCopyright 2022 - University of Michigan

In this episode, Michigan Ross MBA students from India, Peru, Brazil, Belgium, and Australia compare notes about their experiences. They talk about the educational culture in the U.S., differences in the recruiting process between the U.S. and their home countries, Visa challenges, hands-on learning opportunities, why they chose Ross, dealing with winter weather, and much more.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Hosts and Producers: Thomas De Clercq, Eduardo Rejman, Kevin Kou.Panelists: Adriana Freundt, Rishti Gambhir, Abhinav Vats.Executive Producers: Eric Hopfenbeck, Christina Weiberg, and Bob Needham.Audio Engineer: Jonah Brockman.Copyright 2022 - University of Michigan

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, guests Jake and Vaughn talk about the upcoming Michigan Sports Tech Conference and Career Expo.Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” coming soon, showcasing the international student experience.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Producers and Hosts: Thomas De Clercq, Preston Hill.Guests:Jake SalzmanVaughn MichaelExecutive Producers: Christina Weiberg, Eric Hopfenbeck, and Bob NeedhamCopyright 2022 - University of Michigan 

In this special episode, the team chats with John Byrne, the founder of leading B-school website Poets&Quants, as well as Soojin Kwon, director of Full-Time MBA admissions and programs at Michigan Ross. Their wide-ranging discussion covers why P&Q named Michigan Ross its MBA Program of the Year, the value and meaning of MBA rankings, advice for navigating the MBA admissions process, the outlook for diversity in MBA programs, and much more.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Hosts and Producers: Eric Hopfenbeck, Christina Weiberg.Special Guests: John Byrne, Soojin Kwon.Executive Producers: Eric Hopfenbeck, Christina Weiberg, and Bob Needham.Audio Engineer: Jonah Brockman.Copyright 2022 - University of Michigan

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, we spotlight one of the countless student entrepreneurial ventures on campus: Plucky Comics, dedicated to showcasing Black queer stories. The founders of the company talk about how they got started, resources and support they've drawn upon at Michigan Ross and elsewhere at the University of Michigan, their plans for growth, and more.Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” coming soon.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Producers and Hosts: Taylor Clark and Christina Weiberg.Guests:Nathan AlstonDaniella GennaroEvan Otero GilmerExecutive Producers: Christina Weiberg, Eric Hopfenbeck, and Bob NeedhamCopyright 2022 - University of Michigan 

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, we spotlight students involved in the Asian American Business Association and its upcoming East Meets West event.Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” coming soon, focusing on international students.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Producers and Hosts: Eugenia Collins and Alex Abrams.Guests:Stella HanEric ChunExecutive Producers: Christina Weiberg, Eric Hopfenbeck, and Bob NeedhamCopyright 2022 - University of Michigan 

In this episode, representatives from the Black Business Student Association and Out For Business talk about their involvement in these popular groups, especially focusing on two signature upcoming events — the BBSA's Alfred L. Edwards Conference and OFB's annual MBeGay performance.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Hosts and Producers: Esther Chen and Alexia Sabogal.Panelists: Patrice Drummond, Thomas Krouse, Krista Su, Ana Taylor.Executive Producers: Eric Hopfenbeck, Christina Weiberg, and Bob Needham.Audio Engineer: Jonah Brockman.Copyright 2022 - University of Michigan

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, we spotlight students involved in two of the most popular clubs at the school, Michigan Business Women and the Wolverine Esports and Gaming Association.Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” coming soon, focusing on DEI.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Producers and Hosts: Christina Weiberg and Keith Luu.Guests:Meredith MaimoniJoseph KempExecutive Producers: Christina Weiberg, Eric Hopfenbeck, and Bob NeedhamCopyright 2022 - University of Michigan

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, three current students who were initially waitlisted discuss their experiences.Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” coming soon, focusing on DEI.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Producer and Host: Taylor Clark.Guests:Preston HillEduardo RejmanExecutive Producers: Christina Weiberg, Eric Hopfenbeck, and Bob NeedhamCopyright 2022 - University of Michigan

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, hosts Thomas and Keith talk to some of their fellow students about travel opportunities in the MBA program, including upcoming treks to Israel, Colombia, and elsewhere.Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” coming soon, focusing on the inside of the admissions process.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Producers and Hosts: Thomas De Clercq, Keith Luu.Guests:Ana Burbano Lobo (CTrek)Ellen Tomljanovic (Ski & Snowboard Trip)Orel Haim & Ziv Zohar (ITrek)Executive Producers: Christina Weiberg, Eric Hopfenbeck, and Bob NeedhamCopyright 2022 - University of Michigan

In this special episode, we welcome a panel of MBAs from several different B-schools — NYU Stern, Northwestern Kellogg, Dartmouth Tuck, Washington Foster, and Michigan Ross — who compare and contrast their different experiences. Hear about factors that went into their choice of school, how cultures vary among schools, standout courses, experiential learning, entrepreneurial opportunities, the difference between MBA and undergrad classes, and much more.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Hosts and Producer: Christina Weiberg.Panelists: Ashley Abraham, Rocio Arellano, Kevin Kou, Khalil Romain, Alicia Shiue.Executive Producers: Eric Hopfenbeck, Christina Weiberg, and Bob Needham.Audio Engineer: Jonah Brockman.Copyright 2022 - University of Michigan 

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome a special guest. This week, there's not much going on due to final exams, so hosts Thomas and Eduardo, both Full-Time MBA students, talk to some students in the other MBA programs at Michigan Ross -- the Online, Weekend, Global, and Executive MBA programs.Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” coming soon, focusing on the inside of the admissions process.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Producers and Hosts: Thomas De Clercq, Eduardo Rejman.Guests: Jun Takasuka - Global MBAPhakorlux Changsawang - Global MBAMatthew Stone - Online MBAMaya Dagher - Online MBAMichael Atchoo - Weekend MBATherese Komar - Executive MBAExecutive Producers: Christina Weiberg, Eric Hopfenbeck, and Bob NeedhamCopyright 2021 - University of Michigan

In this episode, three Michigan Ross MBAs talk about what their life is like outside of class -- favorite restaurants, things they like to do in their leisure time, bars and nightclubs, and much more. Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Hosts and Producers: Eric Hopfenbeck, Thomas DeClercq, Taylor Clark.Executive Producers: Eric Hopfenbeck, Christina Weiberg, and Bob Needham.Audio Engineer: Jonah Brockman.Copyright 2021 - University of Michigan

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome a special guest. This week, Taylor and Mikayla chat with guest Isabelle about her background, her involvement with the Tech Club, and the club's popular upcoming Tech Week event.Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” coming soon, focusing on the inside of the admissions process.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Producers and Hosts: Taylor Clark, Mikayla Terrell.Guest: Isabelle Shanafelt.Executive Producers: Christina Weiberg, Eric Hopfenbeck, and Bob NeedhamCopyright 2021 - University of Michigan

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week. This week, three members of the regular BBU team discuss their backgrounds, the big football game with the team from down south, and some other highlights.Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” coming soon, focusing on the inside of the admissions process.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Producers and Hosts: Eric Hopfenbeck, Mikayla Terrell, Eduardo Rejman.Executive Producers: Christina Weiberg, Eric Hopfenbeck, and Bob NeedhamCopyright 2021 - University of Michigan

In this episode, five Michigan Ross MBAs talk about how they're using their MBA education to pivot into a new career. They discuss their personal backgrounds, their reasons for wanting to change careers, the recruiting process, advice for incoming students, helpful resources at Ross, and much more. Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Hosts and Producers: Eric Hopfenbeck, Alex Abrams.Panelists: Emily Griffith, Jaume Boneta Seco, Preston Hill.Executive Producers: Eric Hopfenbeck, Christina Weiberg, and Bob Needham.Audio Engineer: Jonah Brockman.Copyright 2021 - University of Michigan

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome a special guest. This week, Eugenia, Esther, and Christina chat with guest Ari about his background, his involvement with the Africa Business Club, and the club's popular upcoming Afrobeats event.Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” coming soon, focusing on the inside of the admissions process.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Producers and Hosts: Eugenia Collins, Esther Chen, Christina Weiberg.Guest: Ari Arowoile.Executive Producers: Christina Weiberg, Eric Hopfenbeck, and Bob NeedhamCopyright 2021 - University of Michigan

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome a special guests. This week, Alex, Kevin, and Preston chat with guest James about his background, his position as the president of the Armed Forces Association, and the AFA's upcoming VetX event.Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” coming soon, focusing on the inside of the admissions process.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Producers and Hosts: Alex Abrams, Kevin Kou, Preston Hill.Guest: James Camarda.Executive Producers: Christina Weiberg, Eric Hopfenbeck, and Bob NeedhamCopyright 2021 - University of Michigan

In this episode, first-year MBA students Eugenia, Mikayla, Thomas, and Eduardo — who are all new members of the BBU podcast team — introduce themselves and discuss their view of the admissions process. They cover admissions consultants, international applications, admissions testing and waivers, recommendations, funding, and much more. Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Host and Producer: Christina Weiberg.Panelists: Eugenia Collins, Thomas DeClercq, Eduardo Rejman, Mikayla Terrell.Executive Producers: Eric Hopfenbeck, Christina Weiberg, and Bob Needham.Audio Engineer: Jonah Brockman.Copyright 2021 - University of Michigan 

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome a special guests. This week, Eric, Abigail, and Taylor chat with guest Whitney about her background, her position as the MBA Council president, some highlights of the first half of the term, and some things coming up in the second half.Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” coming soon, focusing on the inside of the admissions process.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Producers and Hosts: Eric Hopfenbeck, Abigail Friedland, Taylor Clark.Guest: Whitney Pollard.Executive Producers: Christina Weiberg, Eric Hopfenbeck, and Bob NeedhamCopyright 2021 - University of Michigan

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome a special guests. This week, Christina and Eileen chat with guests Pilar and Dimitri about their backgrounds and MBA travel opportunities, especially C-Trek, an upcoming  trip to Colombia.Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” coming soon, featuring many different Voices of Ross.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Producers and Hosts: Christina Weiberg and Thomas De Clercq.Guests: Pilar Cabezas and Dimitri Esteban Alejo Giraldo.Executive Producers: Christina Weiberg, Eric Hopfenbeck, and Bob NeedhamCopyright 2021 - University of Michigan

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross for the coming week and welcomes a special guest. This week, Eric chats with Ebuka and Keith, two new members of the BBU team, about their backgrounds, their initial impressions of Michigan Ross, and their feelings going into final exams this week.Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” coming soon.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Producer and Host: Eric Hopfenbeck.Guests: Ebuka Ufondu and Keith Luu.Executive Producers: Christina Weiberg, Eric Hopfenbeck, and Bob NeedhamCopyright 2021 - University of Michigan

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross for the coming week and welcomes a special guest. This week, Christina and Eileen chat with guests Justin about this week's UpClose event and Vaish about the Women in Leadership Conference.Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” coming soon, featuring many different Voices of Ross.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Producer and Host: Christina Weiberg.Guests: Justin Rufen-Blanchette and Vaish Sitarama.Executive Producers: Christina Weiberg, Eric Hopfenbeck, and Bob NeedhamCopyright 2021 - University of Michigan

In this special “person on the street” episode, returning MBAs offer some advice to incoming students; new MBAs talk about what they're looking forward to; and everyone reflects on one word to best describe the school.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Hosts and Producers: Christina Weiberg, Eric Hopfenbeck.Executive Producers: Eric Hopfenbeck, Christina Weiberg, and Bob Needham.Producers: Alex Abrams, Varun Joshi. Audio Engineer: Jonah Brockman.Copyright 2021 - University of Michigan

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross for the coming week and welcomes a special guest. This week, Eric chats with guest Thomas Krouse about his background, his personal coming-out story, the Out For Business club, and upcoming events for Coming Out Week.Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” coming soon, featuring many different Voices of Ross.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Producer and Host: Eric Hopfenbeck.Guest: Thomas Krouse.Executive Producers: Christina Weiberg, Eric Hopfenbeck, and Bob NeedhamCopyright 2021 - University of Michigan

Welcome back to our expansion of the “Business Beyond Usual” concept. Each week, a couple members of the regular “BBU” team run down the top happenings at Michigan Ross for the coming week and welcome a special guest. This week, they also welcome two guests; Shreyans talks about Michigan football and "the Bus" tailgate scene, while Kateri talks about the Hispanic Business Students Association and upcoming events for Hispanic Heritage Month.Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” coming soon.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Producers and Hosts: Christina Weiberg and Alex Abrams.Guest: Kateri Gutierrez.Executive Producers: Christina Weiberg, Eric Hopfenbeck, and Bob NeedhamCopyright 2021 - University of Michigan

In this special bonus episode, Business Beyond Usual wraps up its fifth season with a panel discussion among six second-year students on the BBU team. They talk about their plans post-graduation; memories of Ross and the podcast; and advice for MBA students now and in the future on how to choose classes, which Ross events are can’t-miss, dating in B-school, and much more. Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Hosts and Producers: Jeff Church, Katie Coleman.Guests: Bridget Manning, Ifueko Ogbeide, Lauren Abuouf, Robert Leupp.Executive Producers: Jeff Church, Katie Coleman, and Bob Needham.Producers: Bridget Manning, Christina Weiberg, Varun Joshi, Robert Leupp, Lauren Abuouf, Ifueko Ogbeide, Alex Abrams, Eric Hopfenbeck. Audio Engineer: Jonah Brockman.Copyright 2021 - University of Michigan

In this special episode, hosts Bridget and Alex welcome a panel of five first-year MBA students to talk about their recruiting experience during this unique year. Learn about resources and support available at Ross, advice for approaching a career pivot, recruiting challenges unique to the pandemic, and much more.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Hosts and Producers: Bridget Manning, Alex Abrams.Guests: Pilar Cabezas, Jordan Enos, Gena Inbusch, Yumi Karlshoej, Shota Saito.Executive Producers: Jeff Church, Katie Coleman, and Bob Needham.Producers: Bridget Manning, Christina Weiberg, Varun Joshi, Robert Leupp, Lauren Abuouf, Ifueko Ogbeide, Alex Abrams, Eric Hopfenbeck. Audio Engineer: Jonah Brockman.Copyright 2021 - University of Michigan

In this special episode, hosts Jeff and Lauren welcome three key faculty members at the Ross School of Business — Hyun-Soo Ahn, Damian Beil, and Lindy Greer — to discuss their backgrounds, how they adjusted to remote teaching, and lessons learned from the past year.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Hosts and Producers: Jeff Church, Lauren Abuouf.Guests: Hyun-Soo Ahn, Damian Beil, Lindy Greer.Executive Producers: Jeff Church, Katie Coleman, and Bob Needham.Producers: Bridget Manning, Christina Weiberg, Varun Joshi, Robert Leupp, Lauren Abuouf, Ifueko Ogbeide, Alex Abrams, Eric Hopfenbeck. Audio Engineer: Jonah Brockman.Copyright 2021 - University of Michigan

Welcome back to our expansion of the “Business Beyond Usual” concept. Each week, a couple members of the regular “BBU” team run down the top happenings at Michigan Ross for the coming week and welcome a special guest. This week, they also talk to guest Meredith about her background, her involvement with Detroit R+B, and the club's upcoming Detroit Impact Conference.Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” catching up with past hosts of the podcast.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Producers and Hosts: Lauren Abuouf and Jeff Church.Guest: Meredith Chapekis.Executive Producers: Jeff Church, Katie Coleman, and Bob NeedhamCopyright 2021 - University of Michigan

In this special episode, hosts Jeff and Eric welcome three former BBU producers — Sheela, Marjace, and Jerry — to discuss their Ross experiences, the early days of the podcast, and what they’re doing now.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Hosts and Producers: Jeff Church, Eric Hopfenbeck.Guests: Sheela Lal, Marjace Miles, Jerry Won.Executive Producers: Jeff Church, Katie Coleman, and Bob Needham.Producers: Bridget Manning, Christina Weiberg, Varun Joshi, Robert Leupp, Lauren Abuouf, Ifueko Ogbeide, Alex Abrams, Eric Hopfenbeck. Audio Engineer: Jonah Brockman.Copyright 2021 - University of Michigan

Welcome back to our expansion of the “Business Beyond Usual” concept. Each week, a couple members of the regular “BBU” team run down the top happenings at Michigan Ross for the coming week and welcome a special guest. This week, they also talk to guest Mo about the Ross Sports Business Association and this week's Sports Tech Conference.Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” catching up with past hosts of the podcast.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Producers and Hosts: Bridget Manning and Jeff Church.Guest: Maurice Watkins.Executive Producers: Jeff Church, Katie Coleman, and Bob NeedhamCopyright 2021 - University of Michigan

Welcome back to our expansion of the “Business Beyond Usual” concept. Each week, a couple members of the regular “BBU” team run down the top happenings at Michigan Ross for the coming week. This week, they talk to guests Bunmi and Gichora about their backgrounds, the Africa Business Club, and this week's Afrobeats event.Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” interviewing Ross faculty members about leadership.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Producer and Host: Robert Leupp, Alex Abrams.Guests: Bunmi Fatodu, Gichora Githaiga.Executive Producers: Jeff Church, Katie Coleman, and Bob NeedhamCopyright 2021 - University of Michigan

In this special crossover episode of both Michigan Ross podcasts, hosts Jeff (from Business Beyond Usual) and Suraj (from Working for the Weekend) welcome guests Jacob, Jen, and Linda to discuss what they were looking for in an MBA program; the differing structures of the Full-Time, Weekend, and Online programs at Michigan Ross; the recruiting experience in each program; and much more.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Hosts and Producers: Jeff Church, Suraj Kandukuri.Guests: Jacob Hatke, Jen Nwuli, Linda Yang.Executive Producers: Jeff Church, Katie Coleman, and Bob Needham.Producers: Bridget Manning, Christina Weiberg, Varun Joshi, Robert Leupp, Lauren Abuouf, Ifueko Ogbeide, Alex Abrams, Eric Hopfenbeck. Audio Engineer: Jonah Brockman.Copyright 2021 - University of Michigan

Welcome back to our expansion of the “Business Beyond Usual” concept. Each week, a couple members of the regular “BBU” team run down the top happenings at Michigan Ross for the coming week. This week, they also discuss the start of MAP, an immersive, real-world experience that highlights the education of every Michigan Ross MBA student.Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” taking on the topic of which MBA format is right for you.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Producer and Host: Eric Hopfenbeck, Christina Weiberg.Guests: -Executive Producers: Jeff Church, Katie Coleman, and Bob NeedhamCopyright 2021 - University of Michigan

In this special bonus episode, host Katie talks with three fellow MBAs about their experiences being pet owners while going to school at Michigan Ross. They cover the pet-friendliness of Ann Arbor, the benefits of having a pet while in business school, and tips to make the most of the experience.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Producer and Host: Katie Coleman.Guests: Jake Marples, Clarinda Soriano, Elaina Spiekermann. Executive Producers: Jeff Church, Katie Coleman, and Bob Needham.Copyright 2021 - University of Michigan

Welcome back to our expansion of the “Business Beyond Usual” concept. Each week, a couple members of the regular “BBU” team run down the top happenings at Michigan Ross for the coming week. They’ll also feature a spotlight interview with a current student  — this week, celebrate Women's History Month as guests Danielle and Nirali talk about two female-focused groups on campus, Women Who Launch and the Gender Lens Investment Fund.Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” taking on the topic of which MBA format is right for you.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Producer and Host: Bridget Manning.Guests: Danielle Durante, Nirali Desai.Executive Producers: Jeff Church, Katie Coleman, and Bob NeedhamCopyright 2021 - University of Michigan

Welcome back to our expansion of the “Business Beyond Usual” concept. Each week, a couple members of the regular “BBU” team run down the top happenings at Michigan Ross for the coming week. They’ll also feature a spotlight interview with a current student  — this week, hear guest Justin talk about his background as well as his "Breaking Bread" podcast and its special episodes for Black History Month.Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” taking on the topic of paying for your MBA.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Producer and Host: Alex Abrams, Eric Hopfenbeck.Guest: Justin Rufen-Blanchette.Executive Producers: Jeff Church, Katie Coleman, and Bob NeedhamCopyright 2021 - University of Michigan

Welcome back to our expansion of the “Business Beyond Usual” concept. Each week, a couple members of the regular “BBU” team run down the top happenings at Michigan Ross for the coming week. They’ll also feature a spotlight interview with a current student  — this week, hear guests Meredith and Alex talk about their backgrounds as well as the upcoming FitXpo event.Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” taking on the topic of paying for your MBA.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Producer and Host: Bridget Manning.Guest: Alex Bozzo, Meredith Chapekis.Executive Producers: Jeff Church, Katie Coleman, and Bob NeedhamCopyright 2021 - University of Michigan 

In this episode, hosts Ifueko and Robert welcome guests Brittani, Sean, and Kevin to discuss the highs and lows of maintaining a relationship (or not) while attending business school. They cover the challenges and benefits, describe their own experiences, and offer some candid advice.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Hosts and Producers: Ifueko Ogbeide, Robert Leupp.Guests: Brittani Banks, Sean Drimmel, Kevin Ojo.Executive Producers: Jeff Church, Katie Coleman, and Bob Needham.Producers: Bridget Manning, Christina Weiberg, Varun Joshi, Robert Leupp, Lauren Abuouf, Ifueko Ogbeide, Alex Abrams, Eric Hopfenbeck. Audio Engineer: Jonah Brockman.Copyright 2021 - University of Michigan

Welcome back to our expansion of the “Business Beyond Usual” concept. Each week, a couple members of the regular “BBU” team run down the top happenings at Michigan Ross for the coming week. They’ll also feature a spotlight interview with a current student  — this week, hear guest Whitney Pollard talk about her background as well as Diversity Week activities taking place Feb. 8-12.Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” taking on the topic of paying for your MBA.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Producers and Hosts: Lauren Abuouf and Jeff Church.Guest: Whitney Pollard.Executive Producers: Jeff Church, Katie Coleman, and Bob NeedhamCopyright 2021 - University of Michigan

Welcome back to our expansion of the “Business Beyond Usual” concept. Each week, a couple members of the regular “BBU” team run down the top happenings at Michigan Ross for the coming week. They’ll also feature a spotlight interview with a current student  — this week, hear guest Kalane talk about her background as well as this week's Alfred L. Edwards Conference, with the theme "The Uprising: Reclaiming Black Voices in Business & Society."Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” taking on the topic of paying for your MBA.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Producers and Hosts: Jeff Church and Bridget Manning.Guest: Kalane Abbey.Executive Producers: Jeff Church, Katie Coleman, and Bob NeedhamCopyright 2021 - University of Michigan

Welcome back to our expansion of the “Business Beyond Usual” concept. Each week, a couple members of the regular “BBU” team run down the top happenings at Michigan Ross for the coming week. They’ll also feature a spotlight interview with a current student  — this week, hear guest Carlos talk about his background as well as MAP Reveal, the highly anticipated experience when Michigan Ross MBA1s learn which real-world consulting project they will focus on for the next seven weeks.Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” taking on the topic of life in Ann Arbor.Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at bbupodcast@umich.edu.---Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.Episode Producers and Hosts: Jeff Church and Alex Abrams.Guest: Carlos Sanchez Martinez.Executive Producers: Jeff Church, Katie Coleman, and Bob NeedhamCopyright 2021 - University of Michigan