A new day dawning at Simon
In this video Dean Sevin Yeltekin discusses generative AI, its impact on the business world, and how Simon is evolving with these new innovations and advancements in technology to prepare our students for the workplace of the future.
Ahead of the curve
Generative AI is reshaping education at Simon, impacting how students learn, professors teach, and alumni innovate. This article explores Simon's strategic integration of generative AI and includes alumni success stories like Manish Gupta and Matt Bonaccorso creating innovative AI-driven products.
All images in this article were created using generative AI.
Aditya Singh Alumni Profile
Aditya Singh ’08S (MBA)
Technology Strategist, Microsoft
From the aftermath of the dot-com bubble burst to the current age of rapidly advancing generative AI, throughout his career, Aditya Singh has adapted to thrive in the ever-evolving tech industry.
Read MoreAngela Zhang Alumni Profile
Angela Zhang ’14S (MSF)
Vice President, BlackRock
As a vice president at BlackRock, Angela Zhang plays a vital role in advising institutional investors. She credits Simon’s academic rigor for preparing her for her career journey in finance.
Read MoreYang Gao Alumni Profile
Yang Gao ’21S (PhD)
Assistant Professor, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Yang Gao’s research explores the intricate relationship between technology and business at the intersection of customer service, social, media, and AI/machine learning.
Read MoreIpec and Deniz Tunca Alumni Profile
Ipek Tunca ’00S (MBA)
Senior Director of Marketing, Meta
Deniz Tunca ’00S (MBA)
VP of Sales Operations, NetBrain Technologies, Inc.
The Tuncas fostered a strong Simon-based community in the Bay Area.
Read MoreKathryn Flaschner Alumni Profile
Kathryn Flaschner ’14, ’17S (MBA)
Vice President of Brand Licensing, Hello Sunshine
Host, “The Truth Is” Podcast
This former field hockey coach and current podcast host manages a successful career in the corporate world while carving out time to pursue her passions.
Read MoreJonathan Kolozsvary Alumni Profile
Jonathan Kolozsvary ’13S (MBA)
Global Ventures General Manager, Visa Garage
Jonathan Kolozsvary heads a team of entrepreneurs, designers, and product developers adept at finding the sweet spot between pushing boundaries and mitigating risk.
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Yaron Shaposhnik
Assistant Professor
Where machine learning meets patient care
As an assistant professor at Simon, Yaron Shaposhnik’s research bridges the gap between operations research and machine learning to enhance decision-making in healthcare.
Joseph Kalmenovitz
Assistant Professor
Writing a new chapter
Once a law clerk at the Supreme Court of Israel, Joseph Kalmenovitz’s journey to an assistant professor of finance has been driven by a passion for regulatory economics.
Success stories and notable updates from Simon’s alumni network
During the pandemic, Margaret Feldman ’15S (MBA) thought of a solution for a common problem and turned it into a creative business idea. Find out more about this and other notable updates from Simon alumni in Class Notes.
Remembering the legacy of Ron Hansen
An educator, researcher, and leader who shaped our institution's growth and success, Ron Hansen’s contributions have left an indelible mark on Simon.
Honoring the memory of Heikki Rantakari
The unexpected loss of Heikki Rantakari has had a profound impact on his colleagues, students, friends, family, and everyone in the Simon community.