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01 Dec 2009
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Robert Goodwin

initial project is completed. What are your current projects? We have three formal projects in Rwanda, India, and Honduras. In Rwanda, we’re helping Mission Schools International, founded by Brendan Kennealey (MBA ’06), establish a... View Details

Keywords: Deborah Blagg; Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations; Personal Services; Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services; Professional Services

July 2023
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Schuberg Philis: From Success to Significance

By: Thomas J. DeLong and Daniela Beyersdorfer

The founders of Dutch professional services firm Schuberg Philis, and the new leadership team entrusted with the day-to-day management, must set the path forward in 2019. The company has grown into a €70 million revenue strong IT provider with top ranks in the... View Details

Keywords: Management Succession; Growth Management; Change Management; Transformation; Mission and Purpose; Leadership; Leading Change; Information Technology Industry; Consulting Industry; Europe; Netherlands

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Sesame Workshop (B): Celebrating 50 Years of Helping Kids Grow Smarter, Stronger, and Kinder

By: Rosabeth Moss Kanter and Joyce J. Kim

In 2019, Sesame Workshop celebrated its 50th anniversary while on a winning streak of social impact, innovation, and peak media and financial results. Over the past four years, CEO Jeff Dunn and his turnaround team exhibited values-driven leadership, instituted... View Details

Keywords: Social Impact; Children; Media; Television Entertainment; Education; Innovation and Invention; Change Management; Leadership; Mission and Purpose; Organizational Culture; Education Industry; Media and Broadcasting Industry

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Yuval Gonczarowski

our first-born son after graduation, I hope he shares my curiosity for 1s and 0s. But it is even more important for me -- and it is my lifelong mission -- to lead by example and share with him my non-binary values: love for my family,... View Details

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Sundus Husain

own. I am the keeper of these bright dreams. My mission is to bring her, and all women like her, with me into the boardroom and to places unfrequented by us. Together we will have the temerity to travel the world and breach the skies.... View Details

25 Apr 2014
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Agent of change

effective leader, how to bring out the best in people, how to effect change in organizations, and the importance of mission and personal responsibility," she says. "I am more excited than I have ever been about the future and my ability... View Details

08 Jul 2008
Research & Ideas

Colloquium: The Future of Social Enterprise

entrepreneurs. We examine how these organizations can best access the untapped resources by demonstrating mission performance and then propose three potential scenarios for how the sector might evolve. Read the working paper. Participate... View Details

Keywords: Re: V. Kasturi Rangan & Dutch Leonard

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German-Speaking Society | MBA

German-Speaking Society All recognized student clubs are part of a 501(c)(3) non-profit tax exempt organization, called Student Clubs of HBS, Inc. Each student club at Harvard Business School (HBS) is open to all matriculated HBS students and their registered partners.... View Details

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Bitcoin & Crypto Club | MBA

Club’s mission is to: i) provide an educational foundation for people interested in learning about bitcoin and crypto technologies, and ii) increase exposure and access to various industry experts, allowing students to learn about... View Details

08 Oct 2014
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Making a Difference

#HBSMakingADifference Every day, HBS alumni are embodying the School's mission as "leaders who make a difference in the world." Please join us in celebrating this remarkable impact by sharing your story with the HBS alumni community. In... View Details

Keywords: The Harvard Campaign

01 Dec 2018
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Sustaining Business And Society For The Long Term

Professor Rebecca Henderson “Doing well by doing good” has rapidly gained momentum in recent years as business leaders, investors, and stakeholders have deepened their understanding of the double bottom line. To help managers combine their values and their work,... View Details

24 Apr 2014
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From observers to active participants in the global economy

By investing in African countries, moving them beyond subsistence, Jonathan Bloom (MBA 1972) fuels some of the world’s potentially fastest-growing markets. As deputy vice president for the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC), he oversees investment programs in... View Details

01 Jun 2005
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Cultural Revolution at GE

Jeffrey Immelt (MBA ’82) had a tough act to follow when he took over as GE chairman and CEO in September 2001 from the legendary Jack Welch. Ever since, Immelt has been on a mission to transform the $152 billion industrial and finance... View Details

Keywords: GE; General Electric; Jack Welch; Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing; Manufacturing; Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing; Manufacturing; Transportation Equipment Manufacturing; Manufacturing

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Israel Business Club | MBA

the Israeli business scene by fostering connections and understanding. We promote Israel's vibrant culture and host enriching learning sessions focused on its history and contemporary topics. Our mission is to create an inclusive platform... View Details

01 May 2013
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Trevor Fetter, MBA 1986

I support HBS to give back, because I have gained so much from the School over the years. I’ve also seen firsthand how effectively the School carries out its mission to educate leaders who make a difference in the world. I’m more excited... View Details

18 May 2016
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What Does the American Dream Mean in Today’s America?

Alexander Navab (MBA 1991), head of investment firm KKR’s Americas private equity business, was honored this year with an Ellis Island Medal of Honor, presented annually to “individuals who have made it their mission to share with those... View Details

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Women in Investing Club | MBA

(WII) seeks to develop and strengthen the network of women both on and off campus who are interested in buy-side investing. Our overarching mission is to help women break into and succeed in investing. Annual Events Women in Investing... View Details

01 Oct 2001
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Dean Clark on the New Academic Year

We begin a new academic year at Harvard Business School in the midst of a fascinating and compelling time in the history of business. In keeping with the mission of the School — to educate leaders who will make a difference in the world —... View Details

Keywords: Kim B. Clark; Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools; Educational Services

01 Dec 2003
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An Authentic Leader

not going to have an appreciation for the customer. How do you create long-term value? Real value is created by a motivated organization that is pursuing a mission that has a passion for the customer and a sense of excellence. Motivated... View Details

Keywords: Roger Thompson; Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools; Educational Services

19 Nov 2015
Blog Post

Why We Recruit: Education Pioneers

to know each individual. We also leverage HBS alumni who are also EP alumni to build these connections. Give us your elevator pitch – what is the one thing students should know about working for you? Education Pioneers is on a mission to... View Details

Keywords: Nonprofit / Government

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