/desautels/articles/rss en /desautels/article/alumni/trailblazers-honoured-45th-desautels-management-achievement-awards <p>On March 14, 2025, members of the Desautels community gathered to celebrate the recipients of the 45<sup>th</sup> <a href="/desautels/alumni/events/desautels-management-achievement-awards">Desautels Management Achievement Awards</a>. This ceremony was held at 91ÉçÇø’s Faculty Club, bringing the 91ÉçÇø Desautels community together with members of Montreal’s local business community to highlight the significant contributions of four outstanding businesspeople selected by a committee of current students.</p> Thu, 20 Mar 2025 13:03:36 +0000 Ireland Compton 2147506 at /desautels /desautels/article/master-management-finance-mmf-program/interview-peter-christoffersen-award-recipient-julius-alessandro-xanthoudakis-mmf25 <p>We sat down with Julius Alessandro Xanthoudakis, BCom'20, MMF'25, recipient of the 2024 Peter Christoffersen MMF Award. From his academic journey to his vision for innovation in finance and technology, Xanthoudakis shares the pivotal experiences and insights that have shaped his promising career path. Born and raised in Montreal, Xanthoudakis discovered his passion for finance during high school. Following CEGEP, he pursued an undergraduate degree in finance at 91ÉçÇø's Desautels Faculty of Management.</p> Tue, 18 Mar 2025 19:40:06 +0000 Selma Shennib 2143807 at /desautels /desautels/article/alumni-desautels-international-advisory-and-advancement-board-diaab-mcgill-management-insights/leadership-and-future-transportation-danny-di-perna-mba97-mcgill-management <p><img alt="MMI Danny Di Perna" title="MMI Danny Di Perna" height="480" width="320" style="width: 239px; height: 359px; float: left;" class="media-element file-large lt" src="/desautels/files/desautels/styles/wysiwyg_large/public/mmi_danny_di_perna.jpg?itok=nc3dW0qT" />In this episode of 91ÉçÇø Management Insights, current MBA student Liela Touré sits down with Danny Di Perna, a 91ÉçÇø MBA alum, Desautels International Advancement and Advisory Board member, and seasoned executive with experience at companies like PwC, Air Canada, Alstom, and Bombardier.</p> Mon, 17 Mar 2025 13:18:26 +0000 MMI 2140511 at /desautels /desautels/article/master-business-administration-mba-program/small-town-beginnings-global-business-perspectives-mccall-macbain-scholar-brandon-greenall-shares <p>Hailing from the small town of Hazelton, B.C., and later moving to Prince George, B.C., Brandon Greenall has always embraced new opportunities. With a background in finance and marketing, his career has spanned project management roles in healthcare and construction. Outside of work and studies, Greenall has explored entrepreneurship and amateur photography—interests that reflect his curiosity and drive for growth.</p> Thu, 13 Mar 2025 18:35:12 +0000 91ÉçÇø Desautels 2130491 at /desautels /desautels/article/alumni-bcom-program-mcgill-management-insights/advocating-mental-health-and-wellness-corporate-world-anne-sophie-martin-bcom16-mcgill-management <p><img alt="Anne-Sophie Martin (BCom'16) MMI" title="Anne-Sophie Martin (BCom'16) MMI" height="480" width="320" style="width: 239px; height: 359px; float: left;" class="media-element file-large lt" src="/desautels/files/desautels/styles/wysiwyg_large/public/anne-sophie_martin_bcom16_mmi.jpg?itok=Rr-_N5yC" />Anne-Sophie Martin’s journey from 91ÉçÇø graduate to business leader and mental health advocate is one marked by ambition, resilience, and self-discovery.</p> Wed, 26 Feb 2025 15:21:08 +0000 MMI 2073778 at /desautels /desautels/article/laidley-centre-business-ethics-and-equity-lcbee/black-female-entrepreneurship-where-research-meets-reality <p>On February 4, 91ÉçÇø Desautels launched its Black History Month programming with an event focused on Black female entrepreneurship.</p> Wed, 26 Feb 2025 16:05:03 +0000 Joelle Moses 2073881 at /desautels /desautels/article/alumni-bcom-program-mcgill-management-insights/super-upside-factor-and-advice-aspiring-entrepreneurs-daniel-kang-bcom16-mcgill-management-insights <p><img alt="Daniel Kang (BCom’16)" title="Daniel Kang (BCom’16)" height="480" width="320" style="width: 239px; height: 359px; float: left;" class="media-element file-large lt" src="/desautels/files/desautels/styles/wysiwyg_large/public/daniel_kang_bcom16_d_stroke_mmi.jpg?itok=8UJSm9Vk" />Catch up with Daniel Kang, a 91ÉçÇø BCom graduate and the author of <i>The Super Upside Factor</i>—scheduled to hit stands on March 25—in the latest episode of 91ÉçÇø Management Insights.</p> Fri, 14 Feb 2025 13:33:34 +0000 MMI 2016585 at /desautels /desautels/article/alumni-bcom-program-laidley-centre-business-ethics-and-equity-lcbee-sustainable-growth-initiative/daring-dream-how-mcgill-desautels-became-launchpad-larissa-nseyep-bcom15 <p>Transitioning into a new academic and cultural environment is never easy, but for Larissa Nseyep, BCom’15, the journey was one of transformation, resilience, and achievement. Originally from Cameroon, Larissa chose 91ÉçÇø Desautels not just for its academic excellence but for its vibrant, international community that fosters an entrepreneurial spirit. From co-founding a student initiative to refining her leadership and communication skills, her time at 91ÉçÇø shaped her into a confident and adaptable professional.</p> Tue, 25 Mar 2025 14:20:56 +0000 91ÉçÇø Desautels 2155619 at /desautels /desautels/article/alumni-bcom-program-laidley-centre-business-ethics-and-equity-lcbee-sustainable-growth-initiative/pioneering-global-strategy-aissata-sylla-bcom15 <p>In this insightful Q&A, Aissata Sylla, a 91ÉçÇø Desautels alumna, shares her transformative journey from Côte d'Ivoire to Montreal. She discusses her decision to attend 91ÉçÇø, the creation of the 91ÉçÇø Desautels African Business Initiative (91ÉçÇø DABI), and the lasting impact of her education on her career in global strategy. Aissata offers valuable advice for African students aspiring to study at 91ÉçÇø Desautels, highlighting the importance of embracing diverse opportunities and experiences.</p> Mon, 24 Mar 2025 16:59:55 +0000 91ÉçÇø Desautels 2154457 at /desautels /desautels/article/alumni-bcom-program-laidley-centre-business-ethics-and-equity-lcbee-sustainable-growth-initiative/empowering-africa-insights-mcgill-alumnus-sekou-coulibaly-bcom04 <p>In this engaging Q&A, Sékou Coulibaly, a <a href="/desautels/programs/bcom">91ÉçÇø Desautels BCom</a> alumnus, shares his experiences and insights from his time at 91ÉçÇø and his current roles in Ghana. From the vibrant student life in Montreal to leading sustainable business initiatives in Africa, Sékou's journey highlights the transformative impact of a 91ÉçÇø Desautels education. He discusses the highlights of his time at 91ÉçÇø, the skills he gained, and offers valuable advice for African students aspiring to study at 91ÉçÇø Desautels.</p> Wed, 19 Mar 2025 15:20:30 +0000 91ÉçÇø Desautels 2145609 at /desautels