Companies have been taking positions on social and political issues for a number of years, but within the last year — with major policy changes being addressed in Washington — companies are more frequently getting […]
Author: Niki Gianakaris
Niki Gianakaris: Niki is the executive director of media relations, overseeing the team of news officers, and handling media communications for many central university administrative areas, including community engagement programs, international programs, university libraries, and more. She also works with the LeBow College of Business and the Close School of Entrepreneurship. She has worked at Drexel for 13+ years. When not writing about Drexel, she enjoys reading books and learning about other cultures. Follow her at @DrexelNiki. Contact Niki at ngianakaris@drexel.edu or 215.895.6741.
For the Jobs of the Future, Where Students Learn Will Be Pivotal
Written by Randall Deike, senior vice president of enrollment management and student success at Drexel University, and published in Inside Sources, this piece focuses on the importance of experiential learning in preparing students to meet the […]
Can the Amazon, Berkshire Hathaway And JPMorgan Chase Health Initiative Work?
Amazon, Berkshire Hathaway and JPMorgan Chase have announced a plan to establish a separate company that will focus on offering health care to their employees “free from profit-making incentives and constraints.” This has left many […]
Sex, Lies and Indiscretions by Executives Can Cost Their Firms Millions
After the revelations of sexual misconduct allegations involving film producer Harvey Weinstein, the widespread #MeToo sexual abuse awareness movement has brought to light many more allegations of sexual assault and harassment in the workplace. When […]
Q&A: ‘Tis the Season for Shopping, But Which Ads Are Most Effective?
The holidays are almost here, leaving consumers with only a week to find the perfect gift for each person on their list. Finding a parking spot at a mall can be a daunting task, and […]
Simple Steps to ‘Bake Up’ the Perfect Business Plan
One of the first things any entrepreneur needs is a business plan, but coming up with a successful plan can be an intimidating process. According to experts at Drexel University’s Close School of Entrepreneurship, it’s […]
Project One, TeamRate and TruckBux Win Big at Drexel Startup Fest
Startups that can improve how students solve math problems, work better together in a group and even simplify grabbing lunch at the nearest food truck were the top winners at the 2017 Startup Fest hosted […]
Q&A: Why Should We Recognize Big Data Innovators?
Drexel University’s LeBow College of Business recently announced the winners of its 2017 Drexel LeBow Analytics 50, an initiative that spotlights best practices and recognizes organizations using analytics to solve business challenges. The winners were […]
Top Branding Tips for Budding Entrepreneurs
Branding is often one of the biggest challenges when establishing a startup or launching a new product. Experts from Drexel University’s Close School of Entrepreneurship offer the following brand-building tips for young entrepreneurs to keep […]
Moms and Dads Should be Given Equal Leave to Bond with Their Newborn
In an opinion piece published in the Sept. 10 edition of The Philadelphia Inquirer, Natalie Pedersen, PhD, assistant professor of legal studies in Drexel University’s LeBow College of Business, wrote about the struggles companies face […]
