UW Business Magazine Archives - Michael G. Foster School of Business - University of Washington

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	In the Spring '07 issue: World Class: the global economy in microcosm at the Business School. Building Plans Take Shape: Schematic design is complete on the School’s new home. Trumped!: Internet entrepreneur ousted in shocking finale of “The Apprentice.” The Perennial Bud Saxberg: heart and soul of the faculty for 50 years. Profiles of: Leonard Lavin, Kenny G, Lesa Sroufe, Wendy Svarny-Hawthorne and Linda Du. Also Dean Jiambalvo’s report, News & Notes, Knowledge Base and a humorous Parting Shot.
	In the Fall '06 issue: Catch a Rising Start-up: Profiles of student-founded ventures fueled by Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship. Finally China: Rapidly becoming a nation of entrepreneurs. Building Momentum: The Business School’s new facilities project enters design phase. Profiles of Bob Eshelman, Sue Mecklenburg, Michelle Purnell-Hepburn, Peter Adkison, the UW MBA Family, and young alumni founders of Alma Balmer and the CISB mentorship program. Also, Dean Jiambalvo’s report, News & Notes, Knowledge Base, and results of the School’s recent alumni survey.
	In the Spring '06 issue: Dawgs On Wall Street: Profiles in success from the Big Apple. The Seattle School of Retail: The Business School studies and connects with the region’s world-class retailers. Profiles of Wayne Perry, Jeff Hussey, Phyllis Campbell, Bill Ayer, Dustin Shindo and Margaret Mettert. Also, Dean Jiambalvo’s report, alumnus and lecturer collaborate on Miramax documentary, MBA writes journal in BusinessWeek, Bosnian undergrad reconnects with uneasy past, Finance Forum Explores “The Super CFO,” Spratlen leaves legacy of diversity, MBA Leadership Fellows, extreme internships, and a parting shot at the Staffer Hall of Fame.
	In the Fall ‘05 issue: State of the Art: Dean James Jiambalvo on the three pillars of a quality business education. The Mentor Mentality: MBAs receive invaluable insight from senior executives. Short Stories in Executive Education: Experienced managers develop just-in-time skills. Profiles of Gary Shansby, Budd Gould, Helen Rockey, Ken Denman, Joanne Harrell, Trung Van Tran, Pancho Chavez, Charlie Robbins, Rebecca Lovell and Dan Turner. Also the reflections of a graduating MBA, how to value stock options and restricted stock, GEMBA students learn outside the comfort zone, researching diversity, and MBAs create the comic newspaper MBAlmer, And much more!
	In the Spring ‘05 issue: (Click links to download PDF file of selected story) The Sustainable Advantage Many companies are creating new efficiencies by valuing social and natural resources. The Real World The Business and Economic Development Program tests students, revitalizes communities. Developing the Professional Self An innovation to the MBA curriculum hones increasingly demanded communication skills. Alumni Profiles: Rick Steves promotes perspective through travel; Jean Bartell Barber finds her way home to the family business; Yoshihiko Miyauchi brings market economics to Japan, Ichiro to America; Don Root stays a step ahead of manufacturing’s offshore flow; Michael Garvey cuts to the core of leadership; Michel Alvarez introduces chess to children. Parting Shots Business plans for dummies. And much more!
	In the Fall ‘04 issue: Creating Futures The University of Washington launches the largest fund-raising effort in its history. It’s the Economy, Stupid. Business School faculty experts discern economic myths from realities. Alumni Profiles Stan McDonald is the king of cruise ships; the Business School is a family affair for the Mirth Sisters; Tamara Chandler thrives on the rush of consulting; Marques Tuiasosopo tries to “just win, baby” in the NFL; Craig Ueland shares lessons learned living overseas. Parting Shots I was a Home-Schooled MBA. And much more!
	In the Spring ‘04 issue: Learning in Action Undergraduates at the UW Business School find there’s a lot to be learned both in the classroom and in the real world. MBA Roadmap The traditional MBA has given way to a variety of innovative paths to graduate business education. Curriculum Conversion Revitalized program reflects Business School’s goal of innovation. Putting in the Work A UW Business School student stays steady in the classroom while pursuing Olympic dreams. Alumni Profiles He’s not Santa Claus, but Charlie Pancerzewski delivers holiday cheer and then some; Ken Kirkpatrick is a man for all people; Linda Cheever enjoys a Chinese homecoming; and Geoff Wood extends a family legacy. And much more!
	In the Fall 2003 issue: Goodbye Glamour, Hello Profitability Never mind the sex appeal, sometime old-economy companies have something on the high-tech world. Writing Her Own Ticket: Shell Revenue Accountant Intern Linda Wistrom. Broader Horizons What is behind global education these days? Remembering George Kozmetsky The entrepreneur passed away this summer, but he leaves behind a legacy. Faculty Research Wrinkles on the roadmap to Middle East peace. News & Notes More MBAs get jobs Alumni Profiles Cynthia Walker in Afghanistan; inside the family business with Bob Bridge; Fran Bigelow is the chocolate muse and a glimpse of Wally Opdycke’s unrelenting mind. Parting Shots The 39-Second Manager. And much more!
	In the Spring 2003 issue: The Art of Leadership Four interviews on the principles and practices that define great leaders. Reading Retail's Tea Leaves Wars, fads, recessions: how does retailing get in front of future trends? Faculty Research Ethics? For some executives it's all about image. News & Notes Business School jumps 14 Places in Rankings Alumni Profiles Kitty Calhoun takes on Mother Nature, Shirley Cheramy takes on public service and Kim Lagrant Hunter takes on the world. Parting Shots Excavating the world's first business school. And much more!
	In the Fall 2002 issue: Blueprint for the Future The Business School plans a new building. A Work in Progress Transforming the UW Business School. Faculty Research Will a New Technology Give Financial Analysts X-Ray Vision? News & Notes Targetting Cancer: B-Plan Competitors Raise the Bar. *Alumni Profiles:* Fathers and sons take on a restaurant, Gus Raaum builds a life on loft and Diana Peterson takes to the sky. Parting Shots Why you can’t look at his books. And much more!
	In the Spring 2002 issue: Leading with the Heart Starbucks celebrates three decades of spectacular growth. Getting IT Right The Business School rolls out Project FutureTech. Faculty Research Getting schooled by basketball. News & Notes Nasdaq gift establishes real time trading room at UW *Alumni Profiles:* Junkoh Harui finds success in gardening, John Eyler is king of his own toy universe and it’s the Great Kozmetsky. Parting Shots Business books you may have missed. And much more!
	In the Fall 2001 issue: Center of Attention Inside the new Center for Technology Entrepreneurship. Dollars and Sense Just how does the Business School improve its financial standing against peers? Faculty Research What makes the successful entrepreneur tick? News & Notes Boeing Donates $1 Million to Establish new chair. *Alumni Profiles:* Marion McCraw Garrison, Gerhard Mueller and John Waechter. Parting Shots For Whom the Cash Flows. And much more!