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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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April 26, 2014
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Peter Varellas, MBA ’14: Teamwork Matters
A former Olympian explains how working together is critical to success in sports — and in business.
April 25, 2014
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Monica Chellam, MBA ’14: An Education in Self-Awareness
She came to Stanford to learn about business. She came away with a better understanding of herself, and of her role in society.
April 12, 2014
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Vivienne Groves, PhD ’15: Seeking Out Shared Visions
The best collaborations combine mutual respect for economic research, creative thinking, and laughter.
April 05, 2014
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Bowen Pan, MBA ’14: Learning the Importance of Empathy
A student shares a childhood experience that showed him the power of putting yourself in another’s shoes.
March 26, 2014
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Nike Cofounder Phil Knight to Deliver 2014 Graduation Address
Distinguished GSB alumnus will share his experiences at the iconic company with graduating students as they embark on new career paths.
March 25, 2014
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Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program for Post-9/11 Veterans
Applications for on-campus "Stanford Ignite" program accepted until April 13.
March 22, 2014
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Maria Puron, MBA ’14: The Difference Between a Good Leader and a Great One
Effective interactions with others lay the groundwork for managerial success.
March 15, 2014
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ACT Project Helps Kick Off Stanford’s SEED Initiative
ACT suggested several models for how Stanford Institute for Innovation in Developing Economies (SEED) could structure alumni volunteers to coach and mentor local executives in the field.
March 01, 2014
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Khalid Al Ameri, MBA ’14: Do What’s True to Your Heart
Knowing what matters helps guide people during tough times.
February 26, 2014
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Stanford Offers New Online Course: Innovating Through Value Chains
Course is 11th in a series of courses for the online Stanford Innovation and Entrepreneurship Certificate.
February 13, 2014
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Stanford's New Online Course: Cultivating the Entrepreneurial Mindset
Course teaches best practices of Silicon Valley entrepreneurs and allows participants to test their own startup ideas.
February 01, 2014
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Saul Carlin, MBA ’14: Test Hypotheses About Life
When they apply business concepts while braving the imperfect, people can use failures to move forward.
January 25, 2014
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Emre Ertan, MBA ’14: Look Outside to Resolve Business Problems
A Stanford student applies ideas gleaned from a variety of influences to the business world.
January 08, 2014
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New Online Course: Negotiation and How to Get (More of) What You Want
Course is part of the online Stanford Innovation and Entrepreneurship Certificate.
December 03, 2013
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ACT Project Kickoff – Just Add Loose Lumber and Duct Tape!
Each ACT team would assemble a stool out of spare lumber and duct tape, testing the rickety furniture on one of their own teammates.
November 08, 2013
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First Graduate Completes Online Stanford Certificate
European product manager is first to graduate from virtual Stanford Certificate Program in Innovation and Entrepreneurship.
September 27, 2013
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New Online Course on Financing Innovation: Valuing Projects and Firms
Eighth course makes possible completion of online Certificate in Innovation and Entrepreneurship.
September 17, 2013
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Stanford to Offer Joint Computer Science MS/MBA Degree Program
Stanford will offer the joint degree program for the first time in 2014-15, bringing together studies in technology and business.
September 10, 2013
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Stanford Offers Free Webinar on Startups Featuring NovoEd CEO
Webinar marks one year since launch of the online Stanford Certificate Program in Innovation and Entrepreneurship.
September 09, 2013
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First Stanford Ignite—Polytechnique Innovation Program Starts in Paris
Stanford GSB launches its first Europe-based Stanford Ignite program with an inaugural class of participants from six countries.
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.
100 Years of Innovation
Some of the milestones, moments, and memories that define the GSB’s first century
Illustration by Victoria Tentler-Krylov