A step toward saving the vulnerable
Longueuil Police Chief Fady Dagher (EMBA鈥�12) has announced the creation of a new intervention and support team for young people who have been or are at risk of being recruited into the sex trade.
Backed by $852,102 over the next five years from the federal government's crime prevention action fund, the team will target victims of sexual exploitation aged 17 and up.
Maximizing your next business trip
Roohi Saeed (MBA鈥�06), Head of Communications at Autodesk, is no stranger to travelling for business.
In a recent blog post, she shares her top five tips for making the most of your next business trip.
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Talking fashion with BCom alumna
With the launch of her latest Spring collection, Toronto-born聽designer Tanya Taylor (BCom鈥�07) talks about her inspirations and future brand directions.
Taylor's collections are inspired by her travels and feature a colorful spectrum of fabrics. Color is often mixed with another favorite: bold prints, which first begin as a hand-painting.
Recapping the Inaugural MMF New York Trip
In November 2018, students enrolled in the Masters of Management in Finance (MMF) program travelled to New York City to witness firsthand how today鈥檚 financial sector operates in a booming metropolis.
Over the span of two days and thanks to 平特五不中鈥檚 extensive alumni network, students met with 12 distinct financial organizations that operate across a variety of areas, such as asset management, real estate, risk management, and private equity.
Ready, set, eat! MBA alumna鈥檚 bakery is talk of town
Founded by Dara Gallinger (MBA鈥�15), brodflour is the newest addition to Toronto鈥檚 bakery scene and sets itself apart by milling 100% of its own flour, which enhances the taste and nutritional value.
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Canada welcomes MBA students with open arms
Leading American business schools 鈥� traditionally the cr猫me de la cr猫me of MBA education - are seeing a drop in applicants in favor of other markets, particularly Canada.
Adam Halpert聽(MBA鈥�10), Associate Director of MBA Career Services at Desautels explains what might be drawing applicants north of the border.
Perspectives on the IMPM from a hotel VP
IMPM graduate Sharon Cohen, Vice President, Fairmont Brand Management, AccorHotels shares how the program shifted her focus on management and the tools that she continues to use in her current role.
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Alumnus recognized for decades of community impact
Bernard Stotland聽(BCom鈥�57), President of the Jewish General Hospital Board of Directors from 2009 to 2011, has been honoured with a 150th Anniversary Medal by the Senate of Canada, in recognition for his achievements as a leader at the hospital and his support for arts and cultural organizations in Montreal.
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EMBA alumnus highlighted for achievements
Jean-Claude Tshipama聽(EMBA鈥�16), CEO of Broadband Africa for Eutelsat, has been named to a list of distinguished Congolese for 2018.
Tshipama is celebrated for his illustrious career, most notably for his recent efforts in expanding access to satellite internet in Africa.
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Indigo Books chooses BCom alumnus as next CFO
Indigo Books, Canada's largest book, gift and specialty toy retailer, has announced the appointment of Craig Loudon (BCom鈥�94) as its new Chief Financial Officer, effective February 5, 2019.
In accepting his new role, Mr. Loudon leaves his previous position as Indigo's Executive Vice President and Chief Supply Chain Officer.
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An IMPM alumna extols benefits of program
Discover what drove Lili Hall (IMPM鈥�13), Founder, President & CEO of KNOCK Inc., to enrol in the International Masters Program for Managers, what she found most rewarding about her experience, and the strides she has made since graduation.
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MBA alumnus named to Order of Canada
Congratulations to Darren Entwistle (MBA鈥�88), President and Chief Executive Officer of TELUS, who was recently named to the Order of Canada.
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Nine retail predictions that might surprise you
With 2019 on the horizon, Forbes has compiled a list of nine emerging retail trends to look out for; one of which will include the rise of the circular economy across operations, according to Aldo Bensadoun (BCom鈥�64), Executive Chairman and Founder of The Aldo Group Inc.
EMBA alumna has sights set on innovative health care
Dr. Nathalie Saad (EMBA鈥�14), Chief Pulmonologist for the Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program at Mount Sinai Hospital, has helped devise an innovative healthcare delivery system referred to as the Tele-pulmonary Rehabilitation Program.
The program was developed to address Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), which is among the leading causes of death in Quebec.
IMHL graduate releases new book
Mark J. Eisenberg, MD MPH (IMHL鈥�10), Director of the MD-PhD Program and Professor of Medicine at 平特五不中, has released a new book entitled, Cardiology Board Review and Self-Assessment: A Companion Guide to Hurst鈥檚 the Heart.
The book features 1,100 answers to key questions stemming from the 14th Edition of Hurst鈥檚 the Heart, a comprehensive review of the entire field of cardiovascular medicine.
