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Alumni are invited to visit CBS's new home in Manhattanville on a tour led by members of the MBA Student Government Executive Board. These comprehensive tours cover the expanse of the School’s Manhattanville campus, including David Geffen Hall and Henry R. Kravis Hall.Register for an upcoming tour date: Tuesday, November 18, or Wednesday, December 3.

Join Columbia Business School this month at two Silfen Leadership Series events. On November 17, join a special discussion with CBS Board Member Hugh Frater ’85, Chairman of Vessel Technologies, and David Benson, former President of Fannie Mae. Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac remain at the center of the U.S. housing finance system and a longstanding debate over their future. This event will explore wha

CBS is proud to celebrate Ricardo Lacerda ’96, CEO of BR Partners, one of the largest independent investment banks in Latin America, on the company’s recent debut on the Nasdaq!Ricardo’s leadership and vision exemplify the values of Columbia Business School—commitment, innovation, and impact. We extend our warmest congratulations to Ricardo and the BR Partners team on this remarkable achievement a

CBS is proud to celebrate Asmau Ahmed ’06 on her appointment as the first-ever Chief Artificial Intelligence and Data Officer at Varo Bank!In this newly created role, Asmau will lead Varo’s efforts to accelerate responsible, customer-focused AI and data innovation. Her vision and leadership will help advance the bank’s mission of delivering financial tools that improve the lives of everyday Americ

The CBS Alumni Club of Long Island (CBSACLI) recently met for its second annual US Open Fan Week gathering at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing, Queens.  The group enjoyed a dynamic lineup of featured events and family friendly activities together on August 23 while reconnecting and networking. CBS's new Associate Dean of Alumni Relations Marilena Botoulas '13 joined the

With the Real Estate Forum podcast, the Paul Milstein Center for Real Estate at Columbia Business School offers insights into the evolving real estate landscape—from candid conversations with real estate thought leaders to cutting-edge research. Hosted by Raphael Sidelsky '99, Principal at Outlook Ridge Ventures LLC, the podcast features discussions with Columbia alumni, faculty experts, and profe

This summer, the Columbia Business School Private Equity Program hosted teenagers through Youth About Business, an organization that exposes youth to the business world via experiential learning and by fostering the development of business literacy and leadership skills. Through various initiatives hosted by CBS and companies in New York City, the teenagers were able to experience firsthand what t

Applications are now being accepted until Friday, August 15, for the Tamer Institute for Social Enterprise and Climate Change's 2025 Developing Leaders Program (DLP) for Nonprofit Professionals.  In this intensive program, high-potential nonprofit managers will learn how to support their organization’s mission by learning key management and leadership concepts and tools to better navigate their po

Register for two hands-on workshops this month with CBS Professor Hongseok Namkoong.  Workshop for AI Agents in Market Research Friday, August 15, 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. ETKravis 640, Columbia Business SchoolThis hands-on workshop on Friday, August 15, is designed for professionals who rely on market research to drive decisions—strategy teams, consultants, investors, product managers, and founders. Part

CBS is proud to celebrate Sarah Kugelman ’89, a trailblazing beauty and wellness entrepreneur whose work has helped shape the industry for more than two decades. As the founder of skyn ICELAND, Sarah built a brand that blends innovation, clean ingredients, and a mission-driven approach to self-care.In a recent interview with CanvasRebel, Sarah shares candid insights about the realities of building

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Attend the Center on Japanese Economy and Business's 17th annual Tokyo Conference on Monday, July 28, in Japan. Join David E. Weinstein, the University's Carl S. Shoup Professor of the Japanese Economy, KATO Katsunobu, Japan's Finance Minister, and other experts at this year's conference, the theme of which is “Japan’s Role in an Evolving World Economy: Finance, Security, and Markets.” The confere

Join Michael Morris, the Chavkin-Chang Professor of Leadership, on Thursday, June 19, in Hong Kong for a special discussion on his book, "Tribal: How the Cultural Instincts that Divide Us Can Help Bring Us Together." Professor Morris will be joined in conversation by Bernd Wittenbrink, professor at Chicago Booth.At this evening event, Professor Morris will explore how fundamental human instincts s

In Town for the Cup: Off-the-Pitch Insights with FC Porto LeadershipThursday, June 12, at 12:30 p.m. EDTKravis Hall, Columbia Business SchoolCBS alumni are invited on Thursday, June 12, at 12:30 p.m. EDT, to a special Distinguished Speaker Series event on campus, co-sponsored by the CBS Football Club, featuring André Villas-Boas, President of FC Porto, and Michele Montesi, Chief Strategy Officer o

Alumna and CBS Board Member Diana L. Taylor '80, Vice Chair of Solera Capital, recently visited the Manhattanville campus for "Leadership, Legacy, and the Arts: A Conversation with the Executive Director and Chair of the New York City Ballet," a special discussion with current students hosted through the School's David and Lyn Silfen Leadership Series. Ms. Taylor, who is Chair of the New York City

CBS Alumni Club of RomeA Universe of Opportunities - Diverse Perspectives on the Future of the Space Economy On April 16, 2025, CBS Alumni in Rome gathered at the Embassy of France in Italy for a round table discussion on A Universe of Opportunities - Diverse Perspectives on the Future of the Space Economy, followed by a delicious dinner buffet. The Space Economy is a strategic sector, with a glob

The Jerome A. Chazen Institute for Global Business is offering non-credit, small group conversational language classes this summer to all Columbia affiliates, including CBS alumni. Classes, which start the week of June 9, are held once per week for eight weeks and are offered online during weekday afternoons and evenings. Focusing on communication skills through conversation-based exercises, the c

Join the Alumni Club of Toronto on Wednesday, May 14, at 5:30 p.m. EDT for a special event featuring Adam Galinsky, the Paul Calello Professor of Leadership and Ethics, discussing his new book, "Inspire: The Universal Path for Leading Yourself and Others," at the University of Toronto. This event will be held in person for local alumni and via livestream for remote attendees. Register today using

The Alumni Club of Toronto has had a busy spring hosting multiple events for the CBS community there. These special events have brought together alumni in new and meaningful ways across varied fields such as art, technology and business.In March, alumni gathered at the home gallery of Charles Pachter, one of Canada’s most influential pop artists. Mr. Pachter shared insights into his Canadian-theme

Alumnus Daniel Simkowitz '91, Co-President of Morgan Stanley, recently visited the Manhattanville campus for "Behind Strategic Change and Global Leadership: Leadership Lessons from Wall Street," a special discussion with current students hosted through the School's David and Lyn Silfen Leadership Series. The conversation was moderated by CBS student and Silfen Board Member Annie Cui '25. In his cu