Asper School of Business News Archive

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CBC Manitoba: Why are we reluctant to hear diverse points of view during uncertain times?
February 16, 2025 —
Why are we reluctant to hear diverse points of view during uncertain times?
February 16, 2025 —
Why are we reluctant to hear diverse points of view during uncertain times?

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Showing up every day to make a difference
February 13, 2025 —
Rachel Wheatley, who holds a BComm and MBA from the Asper School of Business, has served as CEO of Special Olympics Manitoba for over two years. Her leadership journey began with a desire to make an impact, a drive that inspired both her volunteerism and her pursuit of a business degree.
February 13, 2025 —
Rachel Wheatley, who holds a BComm and MBA from the Asper School of Business, has served as CEO of Special Olympics Manitoba for over two years. Her leadership journey began with a desire to make an impact, a drive that inspired both her volunteerism and her pursuit of a business degree.

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CBC Manitoba: Manitoba among provinces that stand to gain the most from gutting trade barriers, experts say
February 10, 2025 —
Removing interprovincial barriers in 2020 could have increased Manitoba GDP $5K per capita by 2030: report
February 10, 2025 —
Removing interprovincial barriers in 2020 could have increased Manitoba GDP $5K per capita by 2030: report

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Leading a local favourite
February 7, 2025 —
When Liz Wilson [BComm(Hons)/93] drives to the office each morning, she’s never quite sure what the day will look like. One thing she can count on is that it is already bustling when she arrives. Manitoba’s signature cold doesn’t keep the birds or beasts away at FortWhyte Alive, and every morning, Wilson, President and CEO of this local winter favourite, looks forward to what a workplace run by weather, land, and living things will bring that day.
February 7, 2025 —
When Liz Wilson [BComm(Hons)/93] drives to the office each morning, she’s never quite sure what the day will look like. One thing she can count on is that it is already bustling when she arrives. Manitoba’s signature cold doesn’t keep the birds or beasts away at FortWhyte Alive, and every morning, Wilson, President and CEO of this local winter favourite, looks forward to what a workplace run by weather, land, and living things will bring that day.

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Celebrating Co-op 2024 showcases impact of experiential learning
February 4, 2025 —
On January 30, 2025, the 2024 Celebrating Co-op Awards welcomed co-op students and employer partners to reflect on another incredible year for co-op education. Sponsored by The Associates of the Asper School of Business, this event celebrates the Manitoba business community’s dedication to educating future business leaders.
February 4, 2025 —
On January 30, 2025, the 2024 Celebrating Co-op Awards welcomed co-op students and employer partners to reflect on another incredible year for co-op education. Sponsored by The Associates of the Asper School of Business, this event celebrates the Manitoba business community’s dedication to educating future business leaders.

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Asper 2025 Local Favourites Contest
February 1, 2025 —
Contest terms and conditions
February 1, 2025 —
Contest terms and conditions

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Asper MBA alum and Treaty One Development Corporation CEO Kathleen BlueSky honoured as 2025 AACSB Influential Leader
January 27, 2025 —
Kathleen BlueSky [MBA/15] has received recognition from AACSB International (AACSB)—the world’s largest business education association—in its 2025 Class of Influential Leaders, a group of 24 outstanding entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs from AACSB-accredited business schools.
January 27, 2025 —
Kathleen BlueSky [MBA/15] has received recognition from AACSB International (AACSB)—the world’s largest business education association—in its 2025 Class of Influential Leaders, a group of 24 outstanding entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs from AACSB-accredited business schools.

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Manitoba’s premier post-secondary leadership program invites applicants for Cohort 7 of interdisciplinary, pan-provincial learning opportunity
January 23, 2025 —
Applications are now open for the seventh cohort (2025/26) of the President’s Student Leadership Program (PSLP), Manitoba’s premier post-secondary leadership development opportunity, funded through a fellowship for successful applicants and housed at the Asper School of Business.
January 23, 2025 —
Applications are now open for the seventh cohort (2025/26) of the President’s Student Leadership Program (PSLP), Manitoba’s premier post-secondary leadership development opportunity, funded through a fellowship for successful applicants and housed at the Asper School of Business.

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CBC Manitoba: Manitoba 2nd-last in dollars devoted to mining, energy & forestry projects, federal inventory says
January 23, 2025 —
Only tiny P.E.I. has less construction planned or underway on major natural resources projects
January 23, 2025 —
Only tiny P.E.I. has less construction planned or underway on major natural resources projects

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Bringing values to ventures
January 21, 2025 —
Matt Schaubroeck [MBA/17] is Principal and CEO of Leverage Point Consulting, where he works with start-ups and founders seeking to pursue business that has a positive impact on the world—fellow entrepreneurs with the drive not just to start a business but to do business differently. The role is a natural fit for Schaubroeck, a founder who thrives in the execution.
January 21, 2025 —
Matt Schaubroeck [MBA/17] is Principal and CEO of Leverage Point Consulting, where he works with start-ups and founders seeking to pursue business that has a positive impact on the world—fellow entrepreneurs with the drive not just to start a business but to do business differently. The role is a natural fit for Schaubroeck, a founder who thrives in the execution.