by R. Gibbons - Publications - Faculty & Research

01 Oct 2002
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John R. Davis

In many ways, John Davis is a typical businessman. He works long hours, keeps excellent records, and focuses on using resources wisely. He often brings work home, and his trade is ruled by the laws of supply and demand. But Davis, fit and... View Details

01 Jun 1997
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Taylor R. M. Keen

It's the first day of class at HBS, and students introduce themselves one by one, proudly enumerating their accomplishments. Finally a young man with a long black braid rises from his seat. "I don't have much to say," he declares with... View Details

Keywords: Marguerite Rigoglioso

01 Jan 2013
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André R. Jakurski, MBA 1973

he explains, "We had our best year ever. We borrowed in US dollars and invested in Brazilian reais. It was incredible." By 1997, the once small Pactual had grown into a large institution. When his business partner wanted to expand into... View Details

Keywords: Susan Young

01 Jan 2008
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Jeffrey R. Immelt, MBA 1982

relationships. I thought Organizational Behavior was for wimps. Now, it’s a large part of what I do.” CURRENT READING The Steel Wave: A Novel of World War II, by Jeff Shaara “In business, the notion of ‘leave us alone and let us make... View Details

23 May 2019
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Michael R. Bloomberg, MBA 1966

the Johns Hopkins University Board of Trustees 1997 Publishes Bloomberg by Bloomberg 2001 Elected Mayor of New York City 2012 Launches Bloomberg Philanthropies 2014 Returns to Bloomberg LP as CEO 2017 Coauthors Climate of Hope Founder,... View Details

Keywords: Susan Young

01 Jan 2005
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Judith R. Haberkorn, 111th AMP, 1992

leadership is the prevalent theme for me. It has been proved in my business and my life repeatedly. Situations that many view as hopeless and beyond rescue have been transformed by a committed leader." ADVICE TO CURRENT STUDENTS "People... View Details

15 Feb 2015
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The Invention Mob, Brought to You by Quirky

23 Aug 2019
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Can capitalism be saved by a concept born in Boston?

25 Jun 2015
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7 Research-Backed Ways Your Business Will Benefit by Being More Socially Responsible

01 Oct 1998
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A Long and Winding Road

It hardly seems possible, but 25 years have passed since our class left Soldiers Field. At the time we were a bit dazed by the political and social upheaval around us, yet confident that our hard-earned MBA credential would stand us in... View Details

Keywords: Wayne R. Vibert (MBA 1973)

01 Feb 2001
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Drilling Down

"I tend to think that small and focused is the name of the game," agrees Matthew R. Simmons (MBA '67), president and chairman of Simmons & Company International. Established in 1974 as a specialized investment bank to the oil service... View Details

Keywords: Hanna, Julia; Matthew R. Simmons; Oil and Gas Extraction; Mining; Natural Gas Distribution; Utilities