3 09, 2014

6 Lessons From the Former CEO of the Panama Canal Authority

By |2015-04-06T15:29:41-04:00September 3, 2014|Academics, Campus Life|Comments Off on 6 Lessons From the Former CEO of the Panama Canal Authority

Alberto Alemán Zubieta spoke with MBA students about transitioning the Panama Canal from a non-profit to a for-profit business, and expanding it to handle post-panamax ships.

28 08, 2014

Why Your Grandparents Love the College of Charleston Too

By |2020-02-25T13:05:58-05:00August 28, 2014|Academics, Alumni, Campus Life|Comments Off on Why Your Grandparents Love the College of Charleston Too

Like many senior citizens, Lawrence and Judith McMahon are still passionate about learning. And thanks to a state program that waives tuition for residents 60 and older, the McMahons are reliving their college days.

22 08, 2014

6 Signs You’re Ready to be a Tech Entrepreneur

By |2020-02-25T13:05:58-05:00August 22, 2014|Academics, Alumni, Campus Life|Comments Off on 6 Signs You’re Ready to be a Tech Entrepreneur

Think you have what it takes to become the next tech billionaire? College of Charleston alumna Laura Willoughby '98, who directs a tech incubator in Maryland, offers advice for wannabe tech entrepreneurs.

23 07, 2014

I Want Your Job: Corporate Partnerships for Jacksonville Jaguars

By |2020-02-25T13:06:04-05:00July 23, 2014|Academics|Comments Off on I Want Your Job: Corporate Partnerships for Jacksonville Jaguars

Pate Clarson ’12 works hand-in-hand with NFL corporate sponsors like Publix, Pepsi and Bud Light to help brands create lasting impressions with fans throughout the year.

21 07, 2014

Alumna and Former Basketball Player Breaks into Fashion with Bow Ties

By |2020-02-25T13:06:04-05:00July 21, 2014|Alumni, Campus Life|Comments Off on Alumna and Former Basketball Player Breaks into Fashion with Bow Ties

On the basketball court, Nikki Williams '09 was a tough competitor. Now she's putting that drive and her business degree to use in the fashion industry. Her Foreign Öbject fashion line includes bow ties worn by rappers and celebrities.

18 07, 2014

Do’s and Don’ts of Launching a Startup with Fidelity Network Founders

By |2020-02-25T13:06:05-05:00July 18, 2014|Academics, Alumni|Comments Off on Do’s and Don’ts of Launching a Startup with Fidelity Network Founders

Zachary Hanson ’10 and Diogo Duarte ’08 launched Fidelity Network app, or FiNe, and offer tips for aspiring entrepreneurs. One tip: don't schedule a meeting just to ask an investor for money.