Executive Education Conversations

In this episode, we sit down with Jenny Jones, Sr. Marketing Manager at Johnson & Johnson and 2022 graduate of the Executive MBA program at Fisher College of Business. Jenny shares her journey of deciding to pursue an Executive MBA and how the program has made a significant impact on her career and personal growth. Jenny emphasizes the importance of investing in yourself and taking that leap of faith to unlock new opportunities.

Whether you're considering an advanced degree or looking for inspiration to advance in your career, Jenny's story will motivate you to take the next step.

Recorded during a live webinar event, Anna Morris, associate director, sits down with six current Executive MBA (EMBA) students who candidly share their experiences and reflections on their journey within the program so far.

The discussion covers a wide range of topics, from the initial decision to pursue an EMBA to the unique challenges and rewarding moments encountered along the way. Listeners will hear firsthand about the transformative impact of the program, the supportive community that fosters growth, and the practical skills and knowledge that these students are gaining.

Whether you’re considering an EMBA or are simply curious about the executive education experience, this episode offers a wealth of information and inspiration.

In this insightful episode, we are joined by Professor Jurriaan de Jong to explore the Master of Business Operational Excellence (MBOE) program.

Listeners will gain a comprehensive understanding of what the MBOE program entails, including its curriculum, hands-on learning approach, and the unique methodologies it employs to equip students across industries with the skills needed to drive operational improvements and lead transformative initiatives within their organizations.

In this special episode of Alumni Conversations, we are joined by Professor Nate Craig, the academic director of the Executive MBA program, along with six distinguished alumni from various industries.

Recorded during a live webinar event, this conversation explores how the program has impacted their personal and professional lives since graduation. This episode offers a compelling look at the power of continuous learning and the transformative impact of an Executive MBA.

In this episode of Alumni Conversations, we are joined by Jurriaan de Jong, academic director of the Master of Business Operational Excellence program, along with five distinguished alumni from various industries. Recorded during a live webinar event, this conversation dives into the unique experiences of these professionals, exploring how the program has impacted their personal and professional lives since graduation.

Alumni Panelists:

- Erica Reed, Lead Specialty Practice Pharmacist, Infectious Diseases at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center

- Jereme Monson, Sr. Operations Manager, Controls Services at TechnipFMC

- Tony Kutlu, Director of the Program Management Office at Kimball Midwest

- Rahul Ponappa, Assistant Director of Dining Services at The Ohio State University

- Elizabeth Howe, Director, Performance Excellence at Duke Health

This episode offers a compelling look at the power of continuous learning and the transformative impact of operational excellence.

Anna Morris sat down with Victor Nguyen, Executive MBA Class of 2023, and Naval Aviator for the US Navy and Assistant Professor of Naval Science at University of Michigan. Victor reflected back on his apprehension about starting the program, how he was able to fit in the work with a busy job and young family, and ultimately how the experience will drive future opportunities.

Jeremy Ellison, Executive MBA Class of 2020, sat down with Anna Morris, Associate Director at Fisher College of Business, to discuss his transformation during and after his EMBA experience. Since graduation, Jeremy switched careers and currently serves as Executive Director of the Riverview International Center, a non-profit organization that empowers New American neighbors by supporting individuals, strengthening families and nurturing community. The organization was recently named one of the five non-profits to watch by The Columbus Foundation. Listen to hear how the tools and principles he learned during his Fisher experience, allows him to make an even greater impact on the Columbus community.

Anna Morris sat down with Tyson Snider, director of manufacturing at Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory and 2021 graduate of the Executive MBA program. Tyson reflects on his time at Fisher and how the program opened up his career path from accounting to so much more.

Today, Dan Oglevee, Director of the Executive MBA program sits down with Trey Addison, co founder and managing partner of Nascent Group Holdings. Hear why Trey chose to pursue his EMBA and how it’s impacted his life since graduation.

This conversation was recorded during a live event and includes a few questions from participating audience members.

Our prospective students are often concerned about managing their professional careers and their family life, in addition to going back to school. Julia Yontz, a 2020 graduate of the Executive MBA program, shares why she chose to pursue her Executive MBA while balancing work and growing her family simultaneously.