Asper School of Business News Archive

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“That’s just the way to grow”
March 19, 2025 —
Seun Bammeke [BComm(Hons)/10] shares that his love of business started at a young age, watching his brother go out to school each day and come back with more than he left with. An Asper BComm alum, Bammeke is a serial entrepreneur today, starting and running multiple businesses since his formal career beginnings in logistics and supply chain.

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CBC Manitoba: Winnipeg shoppers ‘heartbroken’ as future uncertain for Hudson’s Bay Co.
March 13, 2025 —
Storied department store company moving forward with restructuring after being granted creditor protection

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CBC Manitoba: With Trump tariff uncertainty, this Manitoba manufacturer is doubling down on Canadian pride
March 11, 2025 —
Brandon-based Behlen Industries says focus on domestic sales and production will help weather trade war storm

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The community that competition built
February 21, 2025 —
Of the many skills that business competitions test, competencies like agility, adaptability, and dynamism are signatures. Two of the biggest competitions that Asper students participate in each year are JDC West and the MBA Games, each of which includes a case component in addition to athletics, spirit, and more.

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Winnipeg Free Press: De minimis exemption death watch puts small businesses on edge
February 20, 2025 —
For now, Sanjay Agarwal has stopped advertising in the United States.

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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?

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.