Harley Blakeman (BSBA '17) overcame self-inflicted hurdles to become an entrepreneur dedicated to helping others who made similar mistakes find jobs.

From first serving as a criminal prosecutor in Chicago to finding his calling as an entertainment lawyer, Hal “Corky” Kessler (BSBA ’71) has consistently leaned on the skills and principles he acquired as an undergraduate marketing student at Ohio State.

Legacy can be a funny thing: if you spend too much time trying to manufacture one, then that singular focus can become what you’re known for. Letting your decisions, your work and your priorities speak for themselves, however, can leave a quiet, powerful and indelible mark on others. It's something that Bill Troxil (BSBA ’75) has tried to do for his sons, Ryan and Will.

Assistant Dean and Chief Diversity Officer Cynthia Turner has always been a trailblazer. In 1996 she became the first African-American woman to earn a PhD in accounting from The Ohio State University and now, more than 20 years later, she is the first such woman to be named to the dean’s leadership team at Fisher in its recorded history.

Throughout his career as a professional football player and now as an entrepreneur, Chimdi Chekwa’s (BSBA ’11) accounting degree from Fisher has been there for him all along.

Spend just a few minutes scrolling through Gary Price’s social media feed and it’s easy to see what he’s passionate about: accounting, diversity and inclusion and Ohio State. A lot of Ohio State. While it’s only a snapshot into part of Price’s life, @garyprice_osu provides a glimpse into just how much pride the 1983 graduate has for Ohio State and the lengths he’s willing to go to support not only students but even strangers-turned-friends.

Bill Baumel (BSBA '90), the managing director of the Ohio Innovation Fund, has the background to lead the $40 million venture capital fund, which he's helped build into what  he calls the top venture entrepreneurship training for students in the country.

A decorated U.S. Army veteran, Press Southworth III (BSBA ’75) shares his story about being a first-generation student at Ohio State, the accounting and business leaders that shaped him, and the career shift that took him from accounting into the arts.

For Mark Yale Harris (BSBA '61), creativity has been a constant throughout his professional career — in business as a co-founder of Red Roof Inns, and now, as a renowned sculpture artist.

“Dedicated to what I believe in.” That, in her own words, describes Janelle Jordan (BSBA '98) to the core, and her dedication to Ohio State and her Buckeye family is undeniable.

Paula Bennett (BSBA '71) established herself as a leader in the retail industry and was recently recognized by the AACSB as an Influential Leader. Bennett attributes much of her success to the mentor relationships that started at Fisher.

As part of Columbus Business First’s Women of Influence podcast, Rachel Friedman (EMBA ’02) shares her entrepreneurial journey and the incredible impact her Executive MBA degree from Fisher has had on her success as the founder and CEO of TENFOLD.

Cindy Hilsheimer (BSBA ’79) talks leadership with Women & Philanthropy.

Learn more about how Zac Graber (BSBA '18), a recipient of Ohio State's President's Prize, is improving the waste management process and diverting more refuse to composting and recycling.

When the Fisher Association of Marketing Professionals (AMP) began evaluating candidates for its 2019 Marketer of the Year award, one name consistently rose to the top of the list: Russ Klein (BSBA ’79), CEO of the American Marketing Association.

When Tim Kelly (BSBA ’18) reflects on his time as an Accounting Honors student at Fisher, he can’t help but speak fondly of the memorable experiences he had in the Honors Cohort program. From the impactful opportunities he had to travel domestically and abroad, to the lifelong friendships he forged, the Honors Cohort program stands out as an unforgettable part of his years as a Fisher student.

Stephanie Paxton (BSBA ’12) shares why she returned to Fisher to join with students and alumni to volunteer as part of VITA, which provides free tax prep to low-income and disadvantaged individuals.

JPMorgan Chase's local leader and Columbus 2020 board member Corrine Burger (BSBA '85) has her hands in efforts to grow and diversify Columbus talent.

Melissa Blackburn and Danielle Lim became friends while classmates in Fisher’s Working Professional MBA program. Since graduating in 2011, they’ve remained connected and co-founded Haven Collective, a co-working space in the Columbus area.

During her year on campus, Gloria LaCourse (MAcc ’18) had opportunities to get involved through MAcc Gives Back, a day of community outreach for students, faculty, staff and alumni; and Project THRIVE, a program that creates a community of minority and underrepresented Accounting and Management Information Systems students that is equipped to succeed at Fisher and beyond.

Paula Bennett (BSBA ’71) has been named to the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business’ (AACSB) 2019 Class of Influential Leaders.

After a successful career in real estate, Harley Rouda Jr. (EMBA ’02) made a successful run for public office in California and now serves in the U.S. House of Representatives. Recently, Rouda took some time to answer questions about his experiences as a student at Fisher and how his studies have benefitted him throughout his career.