When it comes to betting on himself and his career, Nicolas Meader (BSBA ’23) is a clear winner. At just 23, the young investor has grown a personal portfolio worth millions of dollars and joined the founding team of a venture capital firm. See why some call him an industry disruptor.

Former Ohio State golfer Neal Shipley (SMB-A '23) is headed to the PGA Tour. The 24-year-old is the third Korn Ferry Tour player to secure PGA Tour status for 2026.

Two Executive MBA graduates ― Dr. Ricardo Carrau (EMBA '19), a otolaryngologist/head and neck surgeon, and Dr. Daniel Prevedello (EMBA '22), a neurosurgeon ― are helping provide care to patients from abroad through the Destination Medicine Global Health Care program at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.

Meet the next generation of trailblazers: eight Fisher-affiliated innovators, athletes and entrepreneurs named to Forbes 30 Under 30 Columbus. Their leadership is shaping the future of health care, marketing, manufacturing and more.

Every time Jimmy Franklin ignores his “fear voice,” something good happens. Overcoming that hesitation and doubt has led to professional roles managing major brands at Unilever and Suntory Global Spirits, landing on Out Magazine’s Out100 list, coordinating a successful brand partnership with GLAAD and meeting celebrities, and producing an album of original songs.

Meet Akanksha Gupta, whose MBA was a catalyst for her transformation from oil and gas engineering to a career in strategic operations at Uber.

Venkatesh G. Rao (MBA '06) is Accenture’s Data and AI Lead for the Americas. In this role, he leads business transformation by scaling gen AI, helping global clients make smarter decisions, automate processes and create resilient business models.

Financial advisor and alum Sam McCoy (BSBA ’11, MAcc ’12) joins the Now at Ohio State podcast to talk about the complexities of finances, home ownership, growing your savings and investing in not only your future, but the future of your family.

Former Alumni Award winner Corrine Burger (BSBA '85) talks about the resilience she's showed during her long tenure in Columbus, first at BankOne and then as JPMorgan Chase's first managing director and site lead locally.

Alumnus Robert Sanders (BSBA '00) was honored by the Association to Advance College Schools of Business (AACSB) for his entrepreneurial commitment to creating positive impact through real estate development in his hometown of Cincinnati. Sanders was one of 24 individuals selected internationally as an AACSB Influential Leader for 2025.

Lucas Tai’s (BSBA ’23) academic and professional careers have been an intersection of his many interests: government service, the automotive industry, sustainability, emerging technologies, economics and public policy. Recently selected as Ohio State’s first-ever Schwarzman Scholar, Tai is excited for the global fellowship ― and its potential to help him revitalize the Midwest.

Meet this year’s Alumni Award honorees: Elicia Azali (BSBA ’05), Archie Griffin (BSBA ’76), Mark Johnson (MBA ’80), Jerome Revish (BSBA ’98), Michael Ritenour (BSBA ’05), Bruce Wimbish (MBA ’02, MEd ’08), and corporate partner Nationwide. All were recognized for their leadership, service to the college and community, achievements in business and entrepreneurial spirit.

Ratan Tata, who led the Tata Group for more than two decades, passed away at age 86. Tata earned an honorary doctorate of business administration from Ohio State in 2001. The Tata Group, an Indian conglomerate of more than 100 companies, employing some 660,000 people, remains one of Fisher's leading supporters of executive education and experiential learning offerings.

Para canoe athlete Blake Haxton (BSBA '13) brought home a bronze medal from the French capital after entering the Paris 2024 Games with high expectations. He's turned his sights to his next opportunity: Los Angeles in 2028.

From earning a Master of Accounting degree at Fisher, to positions at a Big Four firm, the Securities and Exchange Commission and now as CFO of America’s largest direct-to-consumer private markets manager, Alison Staloch (MAcc '05) knows about hard work. The alumna shares what shaped her rise to the C-suite.

After earning a silver medal four years ago, Blake Haxton (BSBA '13) is getting ready to compete for Team USA's paracanoe team in Paris.

See why a coast-to-coast bicycle ride with a group of friends meant so much to Fisher alumna Tanny Crane (BSBA '78).

Fisher's 2024 Diversity Awards celebrated the individuals and organizations that are working to create meaningful, positive and lasting change. Meet the servant leaders who are empowering the next generation of professionals and fostering cultures of inclusivity.

Many white-collar businesses are still grappling with when or how often to have staff at the office despite four years passing since the COVID-19 pandemic began. Various work models are being tried, including hybrid, but best practices remain in flux. Marketing major Claudia Hollander Tineo and senior lecturer Stephanie Wapner are among many at Fisher College of Business — and organizations everywhere — who are figuring out new ways of working.

Alumna and Dean's Advisory Council member Corrine Burger (BSBA '85) was one of six women honored with 2024 YWCA Women of Accomplishment awards. The recognition celebrates the impact the women have had throughout the Columbus community.

From allyship to finding life balance, personal branding to building financial wealth and so much more, the third annual Women’s Leadership Symposium continued to connect the Fisher community with business leaders and trailblazers for a day of inspirational learning.

Meet the elite group of leaders selected as 2024 Pace Setters for their passion and purpose in the classroom, throughout academia and in the community.

What does empowerment look like? The Honors Cohort Women in Business Summit connected top executives and industry leaders with tomorrow’s business professionals for an immersive learning experience in New York City. The event, which showcased the power and reach of Fisher’s network of alumni and friends, explored professional uncertainty and unexpected career turns, navigating tough challenges, and the importance of networking, sacrifice, teamwork and gratitude.

Meet Todd Rogers (MBA '93), an entrepreneur and Buckeye alumnus who has brought a Columbus dining staple to the Dayton area.

After rising to prominence for his stand-up act, Richard Lewis (BSBA '69) became a regular in movies and TV, most recently on “Curb Your Enthusiasm.” In 2023, Lewis was awarded Fisher's Achievement Alumni Award for his outstanding career accomplishments and leadership, positive community impact and unrivaled passion for The Ohio State University.