MBA alumnus to head the board of Capagro
Thomas Espiard (MBA’95) has been nominated to the Board of Directors for Capagro, effective June 1, 2018, bringing considerable international business expertise to the role.
Specifically, he has acquired over a decade of experience in Canada, the US, and France, particularly in the field of investments and management.
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Canada Goose sets up shop in China
Canada Goose, the upscale outerwear brand, announced that it will open two locations this fall in China: a Hong Kong flagship outlet in October, followed by a store in Beijing the following month.
In light of this news, Charles De Brabant (BCom'83), Executive Director of the Bensadoun School of Retail Management, posits that the history of counterfeiting Canada Goose products in China might have contributed to their massive market appeal.
A year of impact
The 2017 Desautels Impact Report is now available online.
As its name suggests, the annual Impact Report reflects on the strides that the Faculty has made in its four strategic priorities over the year and celebrates the achievements of its community members.
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Will Quebec’s black market stymie marijuana business ventures?
A vote on the federal government’s cannabis bill, C-45, is scheduled in the Senate for June 7 — bringing the country closer to legalization.
In the midst of this, experts such as Professor Ken Lester are weighing in about whether legalized marijuana can thrive in Quebec where the black market is known to be pervasive.
ABB Canada CEO on people power
In an interview with Professor Karl Moore, Nathalie Pilon, CEO of ABB Canada, reveals that, while a major part of her job revolves around numbers, it’s the people behind an organization that inspire her most.
As she says, “This is what gives me energy every day. It’s the people that I can affect and make a difference for.”
IMPM: A Life-changing Experience
Hear from Professor Henry Mintzberg on what sets the International Masters Program for Managers (IMPM) apart from all the rest.
The key is the power of learning from other managers and the convergence of diverse perspectives; the effect is life-changing.
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Desautels alumnus promoted at one of largest Canadian law firms
The Partnership Board of Borden Ladner Gervais LLP (BLG) announced that effective July 1, 2018, John G. Murphy (BCom’86) will assume the role of National Managing Partner and Chief Executive Officer.
The price to pay for airline passenger rights
Professor Karl Moore joins CBC News to talk about how new passenger rights rules affect airline strategy.
Prof. Moore predicts that the emerging regulations will not impact strategy per se, but the cost of undertaking this initiative will inevitably trickle down to consumers.
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Duped by the promise of riches, investors are left in the cold
Graphite Energy Corp (GRXXF), a Vancouver company with a mining operation in the Laurentians, was believed to be the next big thing among investors.
With news that their stock has crashed, Professor Ken Lester shares his commentary on the turn of events.
Weighing the meaning behind a new order for C Series planes
With news that Bombardier closed a deal for 30 new CS300 planes for airBaltic, Professor Karl Moore comments on whether this will yield job creation for the company.
For Prof. Moore, avoiding delays is crucial and hiring more employees might be the only option to meet demand.
Living a fulfilling life and growing older
Growing older should not limit your mindset or outcome. A recent article cites Desautels Professor Karl Moore’s tips for ensuring that each of us taps into our talents to make a lasting impact – even well into our old age.
According to Professor Moore, we need to ask ourselves three key questions so that our aspirations align with our actions and impact.
How a Desautels professor is sensitizing students to fake news
“Fake news” is a term that has planted itself firmly in the common lexicon over the past year and its implications are serious – from swaying consumers to undermining the tenets of democracy and free debate.
These profound consequences are what prompted Elena Obukhova, Assistant Professor of Strategy & Organization at the Desautels Faculty of Management, to take action in the classroom through an innovative assignment.
Canadian finance community honors BCom alumna
Nathalie Bernier (BCom'86), Senior Vice President, Strategic and Business Planning, and Chief Financial Officer, Public Sector Pension Investment Board (PSP Investments) has been named Canadian Financial Officer of 2018.
EMBA alumnus joins forces with Nintendo Switch
Martin Carrier (EMBA’ 16), President and Chief Executive Officer of Frima, has announced that they will launch their new video game, Super Chariot, on the Nintendo Switch console – a milestone that will usher in a new chapter for the company.
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A change of leadership for Cogeco
With news that Louis Audet has stepped down as President and Chief Executive Officer of Cogeco Communications Inc. after 25 years, Professor Karl Moore notes that longevity in CEO positions is becoming rarer in favor of fresh perspectives and renewed energy.
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