Bearcats Mean Business

What does the future of higher education look like — and how is the Lindner College of Business leading the way through co-op and real-world learning? 

In this episode, Dean Marianne Lewis shares her bold vision for higher ed, addresses the shifting perceptions of value among students and families, and explains why Lindner’s co-op model goes far beyond resume building. From student success stories to reimagining the academic mindset...

How does a co-op experience turn into a full-time opportunity? On this episode of Bearcats Mean Business, 2024 Lindner grad Benjamin Seid shares how his time at UC — and particularly his co-ops — equipped him with the hard and soft skills to thrive in the professional world. 

Benjamin talks about landing his role at Triversity Construction, working with Lindner Career Services, and navigating the transition from UC Blue Ash to main ...

In this episode of Bearcats Mean Business, Lindner graduate Rachael Spoon talks about: 

*Aiming to “revolutionize the wedding industry” with her wedding planning business, Rae & Co. + plans for her one-of-kind venue.

*Key mentors, including a Lindner academic advisor who let Rachael plan her wedding.

*Overcoming doubt + why failure is a necessary part of success.

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Lindner graduate Somesh Saxena shares a behind-the-scenes look at building Pantomath from scratch; the influence of his brother, Shashank; how his classroom and co-op experiences at Lindner prepared him professionally; and insights from working in the culinary industry in Cincinnati and New York City. 

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0:47 – How his life is different today compared to when Pantomath was founded in March 2022 

4:28 – What business proble...

Colliers Vice Chairman Shenan Murphy shares his remarkable journey—overcoming dyslexia and financial hardship, giving back to Lindner, UC and Cincinnati, and championing the region’s future real estate professionals through mentorship.

Shenan will receive the Distinguished Service Award at the UC Real Estate Center’s Annual Dinner on June 11 at Music Hall.

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1:25: Shenan’s “crazy” road to where he is today 

4:17: Being a ...

Meet Charlie Breidenbach, a Lindner student entrepreneur who’s paving his own way—literally. 

Charlie shares lessons learned from the asphalt business, faculty that have encouraged him along the way, and getting involved with the Center for Entrepreneurship – particularly with the Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition Conference on May 8. Plus, hear his advice for students looking to get involved in entrepreneurship and startups.

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In this episode of Bearcats Mean Business, seasoned C-suite technology executive Todd James offers a deep dive into how companies are leveraging AI-driven analytics for a competitive edge — and what’s holding others back. 

From building a strategic AI roadmap and overcoming data quality challenges to exploring ethical considerations and emerging trends, Todd shares actionable insights for executives, data leaders and anyone looking ...

Graduation is right around the corner! 

Soon-to-be Lindner grads Sophia Schwerin & Adam Al-Nammari joined Bearcats Mean Business to share their favorite Lindner memories, how they balanced academics and involvement, and what they wish they knew as first-years. 

Plus, hear about their co-op experiences, study abroad adventures, and advice for future Bearcats.

0:44 – Sophia & Adam’s backgrounds 

2:04 – Feelings on graduating 

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From first-generation college student to earning three degrees at Lindner, Ryan Gaffney, BBA ’16, MS ’17, PhD ’21, shares how his passion for marketing and consumer behavior shaped his academic and professional journey. 

Episode highlights: 

• How Consumer Behavior with Frank Kardes changed his career path 

• Study abroad adventures in China & Dubai 

• Why he graduated early to pursue an MS in Marketing 

• Ins...

Jennifer Barlow, the Grau Center for Professional Selling’s Executive Director, and Sophie Legue, a fourth-year Lindner student, provide an inside look at Lindner’s sales ecosystem.

From hands-on learning experiences inside and outside the classroom to first-rate training opportunities, Jennifer and Sophie break down how Lindner prepares students for successful sales careers. 

Get the scoop on the coming Spring Sales Expo (March 5), ...

MS Accounting student Lucas Lodato and MS Finance + Real Estate Graduate Certificate student Bob Clark joinedBearcats Mean Business to shed light on thegraduate student experience at Lindner, why they selected Lindner for the next phase of their academic journeys, why they both enjoy living in Cincinnati, and much more.

0:59 – Bob’s transition from the working world back to graduate school 

2:25 – Lucas’s 'why' for entering t...

Assistant Management Professor Dan Peat and Senior Instructional Designer Vicki Buckley peel back the layers of the scholarship of teaching in learning (SoTL) — the study of teaching practices and student learning in higher education — and explain how SoTL can positively affect Lindner students, faculty — and even the college’s employer partners. 

Among the discussion points: 

*Examples of students co-creating with faculty via SoTL...

Master of information systems students Vaishnovi Palaparthy and Megha Pawar joined Bearcats Mean Business to take listeners through their journeys from India to Cincinnati/Lindner, why Cincinnati feels like home to them (one of them loves snow!), and how the volume of experiential learning opportunities supplied by the MS IS program is preparing them for their careers.

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Attention UC undergrads! If you are interested in learning ...

Lindner dean Marianne Lewis reviews the recent fall semester through the lens of partner-powered education on the latest episode of Bearcats Mean Business. 

Topics include year two of Lindner’s universal co-op program + co-op accomplishments; the feedback loop of program innovation + Applied AI; and Lindner graduate programs’ recent achievements, including the full-time, cohort MBA program being ranked third in the country for retu...

With fall semester exam week fast approaching, LaSondra Wayne, PsyD, Lindner’s embedded clinician, joined Bearcats Mean Business to relay mental health resources available to students, common stigmas and barriers to treatment, supporting the international student population, and more. 

To schedule an appointment with LaSondra or another member of UC Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS), call 513-556-0648.

0:56 – What does...

Two members of Lindner’s undergraduate admissions team answer the questions weighing on the minds of high school students and their parents/guardians as they fill out the Common App. 

Assistant Director Kendra Byrd and Associate Director Ashley McFarland discuss:

• How Lindner’s admissions team reviews student applications 
• Why Lindner is “test optional” and what that means for submitting test scores 
• Scholarship opportuniti...

Josh Kramer, Bus ’12, and Cory Sims Bus ’11, joined Bearcats Mean Business to talk about their pay-it-forward, authentic approaches to networking, how Lindner prepared them to lead meetings with Stephen A. Smith (Kramer) and clients twice his age (Sims), and much more. 

Kramer, an accounting major, outlined his journey to ESPN and eventual career climb from entry-level production assistant to producing the network’s flagship progra...

On November 16, the Carl H. Lindner College of Business will host the Project Management Institute’s annual summit for the organization’s Southwest Ohio and Dayton/Miami Valley chapters. “Navigating Tomorrow: Employing Virtual, AI & Remote Project Management Approaches” is the theme of this year’s summit. 

Chanda Monroe-Willams, adjunct instructor, and executive director of urban impact and project learning at Lindner, and Stev...

What is the Center for Business Analytics’ series Analytics Without Borders? Why is data the common ground that unites disciplines? And why is Cincinnati an ideal location for the convergence of business and analytics? 

These questions and more are answered on the latest episode of Bearcats Mean Business with Dungang Liu, PhD, Professor of Business Analytics and Academic Director for the Center for Business Analytics, and Matthew D...