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An Astronaut Lands at Stanford GSB
From flying fighter jets to floating in space, he’s learning to lead in any atmosphere.
Learning to Be Better at Being Human
Professor Brian Lowery and lecturer Matt Abrahams discuss the environment leaders create and the importance of self-awareness.
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Alumni
Krish Mehta, MBA ’24: Extracting Mountains of Value from Coal Ash
His startup turns industrial waste from coal into materials critical for construction, agriculture, and powering the AI revolution.
Faculty
Office Artifact: Erica Plambeck’s Miniature Rickshaw
“You have to look at the whole system. We have to pursue market-based solutions because they can be faster.”
Staff
Julien Yarker Joins Stanford GSB as Associate Dean of Executive Education
An innovative leader, Yarker brings an international perspective to his new role.
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September 29, 2026
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The AI Boom Hasn’t Stopped U.S. Companies from Hiring Cheap Offshore Labor, and Overseas Call Center Employment Is Still Skyrocketing
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Invested with Purpose: Insights from Stanford GSB Investors
Alumni investors talk about their journeys, measuring impact, and what it takes to succeed.
Spurring Startup Success: Celebrating Thirty Years of CES
Since 1996, the Center for Entrepreneurial Studies has offered valuable learning experiences, serving as an important source of talent for the startup ecosystem.
Celebrating Our Centennial
Celebrating 100 years of community through connecting, learning, and coming together.
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August 19, 2013
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Stanford Ignite Program Starts in India
Program delivers business innovation learning beyond the Stanford campus to global participants for the first time, with plans for Europe and China.
July 31, 2013
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Stanford Program Teaches Innovators Business and Leadership Skills
Participants in Stanford Ignite learn how to move their innovative ideas forward.
July 23, 2013
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Laura Weidman Powers, JD/MBA ’10: Cracking the Code for Tech Sector Diversification
Co-founded by a 2013 Social Innovation Fellow, CODE2040 gives minorities, the U.S. economy, and social justice a boost with internships for engineers.
July 17, 2013
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Benje Williams, MBA ’13: Teaching Skills to Break the Cycle of Poverty in Pakistan
Conferring personal and professional polish with quality training, the 2013 Social Innovation Fellow’s Amal Academy gets students ready for careers.
June 17, 2013
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eBay CEO John Donahoe Shares Leadership Insights at 2013 Graduation
Graduation address illuminates four key principles of leadership, including authenticity and a passion for lifelong learning.
June 10, 2013
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New Course for Online Certificate Program: Power of Stories
Free June 14 webinar with venture capitalist David Hornik and Stanford Graduate School of Business professor Jennifer Aaker.
May 30, 2013
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Generosity Honors Leaders in Social Change
Two members of the MBA Class of 2013 were recently honored for their dedication to caring for the world’s poor.
April 26, 2013
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eBay CEO John Donahoe to Speak at 2013 Stanford GSB Graduation
eBay Inc. President and Chief Executive Officer John Donahoe, will address graduates during Stanford GSB's ceremony on Saturday, June 15, 2013.
April 01, 2013
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Design for Extreme Affordability Addresses Global Poverty
A class brings together students from across Stanford to create and build products for some of the world's poorest people.
March 27, 2013
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Stanford Launches Building Business Models Online Course
Course is part of online Stanford Certificate in Innovation and Entrepreneurship. Free April 2 webinar with Stanford GSB professor Haim Mendelson.
February 22, 2013
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Farm to Cup Merger Emphasizes Partnership & Economic Empowerment
A grassroots student effort led by three Stanford GSB alumni now has even more impact through a merger with Pachamama Coffee Cooperative.
February 20, 2013
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Water World
Leading a social innovation study trip lands Robyn Beavers, MBA '10, in a new industry.
February 19, 2013
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Stanford Launches New Online Course: Scaling Excellence for Innovation
Free webinar with VC John Lilly and Stanford GSB professor Hayagreeva Rao previews class for online Certificate in Innovation and Entrepreneurship.
February 06, 2013
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Couple Funds Program to Support Social Innovation Ventures
Rishi Sunak and Akshata Murty, both MBA ’06, support the Center for Social Innovation at Stanford GSB.
February 04, 2013
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First Off-Campus Stanford Ignite Program Offered in India
Stanford GSB's first off-campus Stanford Ignite nine-week certificate program in innovation will be offered in August in Bangalore, India.
February 01, 2013
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Alumna Supports Stanford GSB’s Vision for Change Through Annual Giving
With Pam Brewster’s help, the MBA Class of 1987 raised over $8 million and set a new participation record of 87% for their 25th reunion campaign.
January 01, 2013
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Investor Bets on Business Students
Susan and George Matelich, MBA ’82, establish a $1 million fund for fellowships at Stanford GSB to support aspiring scholars.
December 13, 2012
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"An Intergenerational Transfer of Education"
C-suite leaders challenge MBA students to lead under pressure.
October 02, 2012
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A New Program Helps Entrepreneurs Make Their Mark
A collaboration with Endeavor Global helps high-impact entrepreneurs build their skills.
October 01, 2012
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2013 Siebel Scholars Chosen
Five MBA students selected for academic achievement and demonstrated leadership.
June 17, 2012
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John Morgridge Addresses 2012 Graduates During Diploma Ceremony
Former Cisco CEO distills his eight decades of life experience into what he called his “Rules for the Long Road.”
June 16, 2012
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Remarks by Dean Garth Saloner
The following is a transcript of the commencement address given by Garth Saloner.
June 04, 2012
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2012 Distinguished Faculty Service Awards Honor Teaching Excellence
Stanford GSB students recognize Dirk Jenter, Charles Lee, and Jeremy Bulow for their passionate teaching of challenging subjects.
June 01, 2012
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Zachary Levine, MBA/MAEd ’10: Generating Future Teachers in STEM Fields
The 2012 Social Innovation Fellow aims to get talented undergrads excited about teaching careers, and help the U.S. catch up, with ElevatED.
100 Years of Innovation
Some of the milestones, moments, and memories that define the GSB’s first century
Illustration by Victoria Tentler-Krylov