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On the latest episode of “What Really Matters,” Weatherhead MBA candidate Anurag Virmani and Director of Admissions Steve Scheidt sit down with Greg Harmon, assistant professor of banking and finance at the Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University. Greg is an experienced investor, trader and former banking executive. He is also president of Dragonfly Capital Managed Accounts. Greg discusses four new fintech offerings at Weatherhead, launching in fall 2023: a concentration in the STEM MBA, a specialization in the MS Finance program; a certificate; and an undergraduate minor. Listen here.   

On the latest episode of “What Really Matters,” Weatherhead MBA candidate Connor Reider and Director of Admissions Steve Scheidt sit down with Matt McBride, partner at Wave Strategy, a consulting firm that accelerates innovation and commercialization in the healthcare space. Matt is a 2015 alum of the Weatherhead Executive MBA and proudly served in the United States Navy. Matt discusses the importance of creating mutually beneficial partnerships and leveraging collaboration, talks about the current and future state of healthcare innovation, and offers leadership lessons learned along the way as a U.S. veteran. Listen here.

On the latest episode of “What Really Matters,” Weatherhead MBA candidate Connor Reider and Director of Admissions Steve Scheidt sit down with Richard Boyatzis, Distinguished University Professor at Case Western Reserve University, and a professor in the Departments of Organizational Behavior, Psychology and Cognitive Science, as well as Founding Research Fellow at the Weatherhead School of Management's Coaching Research Lab. Richard discusses the importance of renewal activities in our daily lives, shares insight into recent neuroscience research and talks about the role of resilience. Sit back, relax and listen here.

On the latest episode of “What Really Matters,” Weatherhead MBA candidate Connor Reider and Director of Admissions Steve Scheidt sit down with Scot Lowry and Barbara Lindsay. Scot, a 2001 Weatherhead alumnus, is Managing Partner of PromiseOne Investments and board member of Promise Partners. Barbara, a 1992 Weatherhead alumna, is President of Commercial Cutting and longtime member and mentor of Promise Partners. They discuss entrepreneurship through acquisition and how Promise Partners serves as a catalyst for individual business ownership. Listen here.

On the latest episode of “What Really Matters,” Weatherhead MBA candidate Connor Reider and Director of Admissions Steve Scheidt sit down with Erica Ishida, President and Chief Operating Officer of Apple Growth Partners. Erica, a 2012 alumna of Weatherhead's Master of Positive Organization Development & Change program, discusses why companies need to be thoughtful and inclusive in their change process, and talks about the importance of candor and trust at all levels within the organization. Listen here.

On the latest episode of “What Really Matters,” Weatherhead MBA candidate Connor Reider and Director of Admissions Steve Scheidt sit down with Eeshan Srivastava, lead manager, data science at Starbucks. Eeshan, a 2016 alumnus of Weatherhead's Full-Time MBA, discusses data privacy and data security, offers insight into how companies use consumer information and talks about what's brewing for the future of privacy and security. In sharing what really matters, he also speaks to the many perks of a Weatherhead education. Pour a cup of joe and listen here.

On the latest episode of “What Really Matters,” Weatherhead MBA candidate Connor Reider and Director of Admissions Steve Scheidt sit down with Larry Hatch, Managing Director and Director of the Ohio region for The Glenmede Trust Company. Larry looks at life's journey through a financial lens and discusses key considerations and decisions at various stages.  In sharing what really matters with regard to financial management, Larry talks about the importance of knowing thyself. Listen here.

On the latest episode of “What Really Matters,” Weatherhead MBA student Connor Reider and Director of Admissions Steve Scheidt sit down with Kumar Arora, entrepreneur, investor and consultant behind many brands across diverse industries. An ambassador of his hometown, the Cleveland native was featured in LeBron James' CNBC business reality TV show “Cleveland Hustles” and talks about entrepreneurship growth in northeast Ohio. In sharing what really matters, Kumar discusses the value of big ideas, emphasizes the need for mindfulness and talks about a life philosophy of giving back. Listen here.

On the latest episode of “What Really Matters,” Weatherhead first-year MBA student Connor Reider and Director of Admissions Steve Scheidt sit down with Cleveland-native Turney Duff, author of The New York Times bestseller “The Buy Side.” The former hedge-fund trader talks about his once-breakneck lifestyle and how his pursuit of wealth turned instead to a pursuit of happiness.  In sharing what really matters, Turney emphasizes the importance of not chasing the good life, but rather living a good life. Listen here.

On the latest episode of “What Really Matters,” Weatherhead first-year MBA student Connor Reider and Director of Admissions Steve Scheidt sit down with Mark Hays, director of sustainable and impact investing at Glenmede. Mark discusses how investors also consider non-financial outcomes that capital creates for the betterment of society.  In sharing what really matters, Mark talks about the environmental, social and governance factors utilized in the investment process. Listen here.

On the latest episode of “What Really Matters,” Weatherhead first-year MBA student Connor Reider and Director of Admissions Steve Scheidt sit down with Kelly Keefe, president of ERC. Kelly discusses how organizations must be agile and adapt to the ever-changing remote or hybrid work model. Leaders should set clear expectations, be thoughtful in their onboarding and be engaged with their teams. In sharing what really matters, Kelly talks about attracting and retaining satisfied, productive employees. Listen here.

On the latest episode of “What Really Matters,” Weatherhead first-year MBA student Connor Reider and Director of Admissions Steve Scheidt sit down with John Milgram, president of Aexcel. John discusses how the family-owned Mentor, Ohio-based industrial paints and coatings company has self-preserved for more than a half century. In an age of consolidation, John paints a picture of organizational agility, the need to iterate and discusses the manufacturer's unique culture of employee longevity. Brush up on Aexcel here.

On this episode of “What Really Matters,” Weatherhead co-hosts Connor Reider and Steve Scheidt sit down with Brandon Conley, master distiller and manager of Cleveland Whiskey. Join Brandon as he discusses his journey from graphic design to production of spirits that have garnered awards worldwide. Hear about how Cleveland Whiskey has leveraged innovation and creativity to establish national and international presence in its 10-year history. Raise a glass and listen in. 

On this episode of “What Really Matters,” Weatherhead co-hosts Connor Reider and Alyssa Marynowski sit down with Igor Tutelman, a double alumnus of Case Western Reserve University. Join Igor as he discusses his journey, from early roots in Ukraine to a career trajectory that includes experiences as entrepreneur, CEO and startup founder. Igor's message embraces the notion that non-linear opportunities and self-audit increase agility and capacity for growth.

Great Lakes Science Center President and CEO Kirsten Ellenbogen sits down with Connor and Alyssa to discuss what it takes to be a C-Suite exec. Kirsten shares her animated and humble approach to leadership from understanding one's responsibilities to the necessity of continued learning. Packed with insight, this episode is sure to leave you with inspirations and insights to the C-Suite. Let's find out What Really Matters.  

In our latest episode, co-hosts Alyssa Marynowski and Connor Reider sit-down with KeyBank's Director of Corporate Center and Chief of Staff, Trina Evans to discuss corporate engagement, community relations, and the balance of "conscious capitalism." Fully loaded with energy, optimism and insight, Trina answers all our questions about business and the art of giving back.  Let's find out What Really Matters! 

If you're one of the many people dreaming of a career in sports or just a fan, this is the episode for you! This week, Ekta is joined by the Cleveland Cavaliers Vice President of Business Analytics, Kevin O'Toole. Ekta and Kevin discuss the rise of the sports analytics industry, a few of the challenges they've faced and how they numbers to help, and much more.  Let's find out What Really Matters. 

We're joined by not just one but two experts this episode! WSOM Professor Mike Goulder is back with Kostia Feldman, a CWRU alum and Senior Manager of Demand & Supply Planning at Nestle to dig into the details on the demand side of supply chain planning. Listen in as we discuss how organizations make planning predictions, how the pandemic has changed things, and where we go from here.  Let's find out What Really Matters. 

Join us for our first experience in a real recording studio with Evergreen Podcasts CEO and Weatherhead alum, Michael DeAloia! Evergreen is a local startup focused on podcast production and promotion. Alyssa and Michael have a great conversation on the growth of their business, building culture in an organization, and, of course, podcasting.  Tune in now to find out What Really Matters!

It's episode 7, and Ekta welcomes Harvard Business School professor Felix Oberholzer-Gee to understand the rise of the streaming industry and what its future looks like as the competition for consumer time continues to heat up. As a strategy expert, Professor Oberholzer-Gee shares some interesting thoughts on understanding consumer preference.  Let's find out What Really Matters. 

For episode 6, we sit down with Brent Zimmerman, CEO and Co-Founder of Saucy Brew Works and Weatherhead EMBA alum. Saucy Brew Works has quickly become a staple in the Cleveland craft brewing scene and their business has grown rapidly over the last 5 years. We talk with Brent about starting a business, growing a business and all of the opportunities and challenges in between. Love Saucy? Join their crowd funding efforts: https://www.startengine.com/saucy  Let's find out What Really Matters. 

Ekta welcomes Dr. Ellen Van Oosten, Master Coach and professor of Organizational Behavior, and Claudia Diaz Singer, Director of Talent Development with The J.M. Smucker Co. for a conversation on organizational health. Hear their thoughts how to build a strong culture, leadership, coaching, and more.  Let's find out What Really Matters!

Alyssa sits down with Dr. J.B. Silvers from the Weatherhead School of Management to learn more about the American Rescue Plan, how it compares to other relief bills, and what it means for the healthcare industry.  Let's find out What Really Matters! 

Join Ekta as she sits down with Professor Michael Goulder from Weatherhead School of Management to discuss how the COVID-19 pandemic has shed a light on our supply chain industry more than ever before. Find out how the industry began, where its weaknesses lie, and what it could look like in a post-pandemic world.  Listen to the end for Professor Goulder's favorite resources for staying up to date on the industry.  Let's find out What Really Matters!

We're back for episode two of What Really Matters. Today, host Ekta Khurana talks with Dr. Roman Sheremeta, professor of Economics at Weatherhead School of Management. Ekta and Dr. Sheremeta engage in an enthralling conversation on the behavioral economics that drove the "meme stock" Gamestop to skyrocket. The two discuss the role of social media and what this could mean going forward.  Dr. Sheremeta will also share some of his favorite resources for anyone interested in economics.  Let's find out What Really Matters!

In the first episode of What Really Matters, host Ekta Khurana talks with Dr. Anurag Gupta, Professor of Banking and Finance at Weatherhead School of Management. The two dive into understanding what happened with Gamestop in the stock market, the history of short-selling, and what we should consider going forward. Join us and find out What Really Matters!