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Cheryl Contee (EMBA'04), founder of Change Agent AI

Alumni

AI for All: The Promise of AI-Powered Social Change

A pioneer in mission-driven tech, Cheryl Contee explores the promise of AI, the power of diverse founders, and the possibilities of a more sustainable capitalism. Cheryl Contee (EMBA’04) got…

November 28, 2025

Research and Insights

New Book Cracks the Corporate Code and Empowers Professionals to Lead with Authenticity

Starting a new job can be an exciting time in a person’s career, but it also comes with its own challenges. From discovering the complexities of a new role to building relationships with coworkers…

June 5, 2024

Dee Hatley (EMBA'26) sits on the stairs in the atrium of the Rafik B. Hariri Building

Student Experience

Deona (Dee) Hatley (EMBA’26) on Fostering Community and Mentorship

Deona (Dee) Hatley (EMBA’26) reflects on transformative experiences in the EMBA program, the importance of building community, and how the support of mentors has been key to her development as a leader.

February 28, 2025

Admissions Blog

Blog Archive
Ohm Rattanapun (MBA'26)

Admissions

Thailand to Washington, D.C.: Why Ohm Rattanapun Chose Georgetown McDonough’s MBA

When Ohm Rattanapun (MBA’26) began evaluating MBA programs, he was looking for more than a credential. As an international student from Thailand with a background in human capital and…

February 6, 2026

Cristina De la Torre (MBA'26) headshot and photo with MBA classmates

Admissions

Building Confidence and Career Momentum in Georgetown’s Flex MBA Online Program

Discover how Georgetown’s Flex MBA Online helped Cristina De la Torre build confidence, gain leadership skills, and advance her career in supply chain and AI.

January 8, 2026

Collage of photos from 2025 MBA Consulting Day

Admissions

Georgetown McDonough MBA Consulting Day: How Student Leaders Elevated a Key Fall Recruiting Event

On select Fridays each fall, Georgetown McDonough’s campus takes on a different rhythm. Classrooms fill with alumni and employers, student leaders manage packed agendas, and MBA students move…

December 17, 2025

The New Rules of Super Bowl Advertising 

Georgetown McDonough marketing professors Jimmy Lynn and Ronnie Goodstein break down how brands approach the biggest advertising event of the year.

Research Insights

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Winter storm in Northern Virginia and Washington, D.C.

Research and Insights

Severe Winter Weather, Data Centers and Your Electric Bill: What You Need to Know

Why has electricity gotten so expensive this winter? It’s complicated, said Safak Yucel, associate professor and associate director at the Business of Sustainability Initiative in the McDonough School of Business.

February 2, 2026

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Research and Insights

Office Hours: Is AI the Future of Talent Acquisition?

Jason Schloetzer, associate professor and area chair of accounting and business law at Georgetown McDonough, explains how AI is transforming hiring, what it means for job seekers and employers, and how frameworks for oversight may help ensure accountability.

October 27, 2025

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Research and Insights

Office Hours: The Power of Influencer Marketing During the Holiday Season

As consumers rush to find the perfect gifts for everyone on their holiday shopping list, influencer marketing takes center stage as a key strategy for brands to connect with audiences authentically.…

December 16, 2024

Georgetown University alumni at Business of Health Initiative event in San Francisco

Events, News Story

Building Community and Momentum: Georgetown Alumni at JPMorgan Healthcare Conference

Explore reflections from Sandeep Dahiya, director of the Business of Health Initiative, on the impact and momentum of Georgetown’s alumni network prior to JPMorgan’s Healthcare Conference.

February 12, 2026

Undergraduate students in the Class of 2025 at Georgetown's McDonough School of Business

Career

McDonough Undergraduates Report Record Salaries After Graduation

The undergraduate Class of 2025 at Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Business reported strong employment results following graduation in May, reflecting students’ preparation for a…

February 4, 2026

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Alumni, Business and Global Affairs

Alumna of Dikran Izmirlian Program in Business and Global Affairs One of 42 Hoyas Selected for Fulbright Program

This past fall, Daniella Passariello (SFS’23, B’23) began working in Mexico City as a financial analyst for the Mexican Fund for the Conservation of Nature as part of the Fulbright Program.

February 3, 2026