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In the news - 2011 archive

Here you will find summaries of selected recent news coverage of DeGroote. See the In The News archive for earlier news.

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Who will be Canada's next top ad executive?
Partnered with BizTV- December, 2011
University students from across the country converged on Toronto to compete for a brand new Chevrolet Sonic.

Bullies can make workplace intolerable.
Globe and Mail - December 19, 2011
Aaron Schat, a professor at McMaster University’s DeGroote School of Business, says bullying differs from other workplace harassment issues.

11 helpful resolutions for RIM
Toronto Star - December 15, 2011
Nick Bontis, professor of strategy at the DeGroote School of Business offers some insight into how RIM can get its groove back.

City bucks jobless trend
Hamilton Spectator - December 6, 2011
An article about the recession recovery in Hamilton featuring a quote by Marvin Ryder, a business lecturer at DeGroote School of Business.

Teamwork leads to best ideas in the workplace
Financial Post - December 3, 2011
An article featuring Catherine Connelly, associate professor at DeGroote School of Business.

Business schools offer students chance for independent research
Financial Post - November 29, 2011
A discussion of the role of research in a MBA program. Features quotes by Milena Head, MBA director at DeGroote School of Business.

Does Canada need to be Occupied?
Hamilton Spectator - November 29, 2011
An article in the Hamilton Spectator about the Occupy Toronto protest featuring a quote by Giri Kanagaretnam of the DeGroote School of Business.

Audio Documentary on Entrepreneurship Education
Panorama Magazine - November, 2011
This audio documentary from Panorama Magazine features interviews with Rafik Loutfy, McMaster University; Benson Honig, DeGroote School of Business; Kevin Browne, PhD Student, McMaster University.

Does Black Friday help or hurt Canadian retailers?
CTV News - November 20, 2011
Mandeep Malik, assistant professor of marketing at DeGroote, discusses cross border shopping and how it affects Canada.

Enbridge’s Janet Holder: Pushing west, with muscle.
Globe and Mail - November 18, 2011
This article in the Globe and Mail features Janet Holder from Enbridge, a former MBA student at DeGroote.

Hamilton startup eyeing investment in mid-sized firms
Hamilton Spectator - November 18, 2011
This article in the Hamilton Spectator features Adrian Bartha, a former student at DeGroote.

International flavour gives Canadian business graduates the edge
Globe and Mail - November 3, 2011
This article in the Globe and Mail featuring Mandeep Malik, assistant professor of marketing at DeGroote and one of our MBA students, Tammam Al-Dandachi.

Philanthropy’s New Class Act
Globe and Mail - October 31, 2011
This is part of The Globe and Mail’s in-depth look at the evolution of philanthropy.

Like an MBA within an MBA
Financial Post - October 25, 2011
Canadian students from business schools across the country compete in national and international case study competitions...

Better ideas usually arise from solid teamwork.
Financial Post - October 25, 2011
Catherine Connelly, associate professor of at DeGroote School of Business, McMaster University, discusses "Is there a need for training in how to build effective teams and deal with conflict in today's business world?"

Dina DeGeer: Mackenzie manager takes a prudent approach to growth.
Toronto Star (Morningstar) - October 21, 2011
Profiles a Commerce graduate.

Size isn’t everything when it comes to attracting top talent.
Globe and Mail - October 12, 2011
Small-business owners have a lot to offer their employees, but competing for talent against bigger companies is a major hurdle.

Can Angry News Corp. Shareholders Remove the Murdochs From the Board?
International Business Times - October 11, 2011
Two prominent shareholder advisory groups have recommended that certain members of the Murdoch family (and others) be removed from the board of directors of News Corp.

Anti-business protestors make an exception for Steve Jobs
Toronto Star - October 7, 2011
Noisy Occupy Wall St. protesters exclude Steve Jobs as someone who "was a pioneer who made it easier for people to communicate".

Software opens the door to financial knowledge
Hamilton Spectator - October 7, 2011
Analyzing financial statements manually is tedious, labour intensive and time consuming. Enter Verdant Analysis, a subscription based software program.

A Foot in Two Worlds
Macleans - October 5, 2011
How a growing number of tiny Canadian-based start-ups are making the leap into big foreign markets.

Phone creates little buzz
The Province - October 5, 2011
High expectations for a completely different iPhone fell flat on Tuesday after CEO Tim Cook unveiled an updated version of the 15 month old iPhone 4, instead of an iPhone 5.

Apple goes soft with phone flop
Montreal Gazette - October 5, 2011
Shares of Apple fell as much as five per cent in Tuesday afternoon trading after chief executive Tim Cook unveiled an updated version of the 15-month-old iPhone 4, the iPhone 4S.

Apple shares drop as iPhone upgrade fails to meet market expectations
Calgary Herald - October 5, 2011
Apple chief executive Tim Cook unveils the iPhone 4S, an updated version of the iPhone 4 on Tuesday. It was the first major announcement for Cook since replacing Steve Jobs as CEO in August.

Eight is great for Snakehead Games
McMaster Daily News - October 5, 2011
Colin Ferguson, McMaster BComm '96. compares Hamilton to post-industrial cities like Pittsburgh that are experiencing a shift in local economy from heavy industry to technology and innovation.

IBM and Microsoft: The Tortoise Defeats The Hare
International Business Times - October 4, 2011
Last week IBM became the second-largest technology company in the world, second only to Apple Inc.

Why Did Hewlett-Packard Hire Goldman Sachs to Fight Off Investors?
International Business Times (U.S.) - September 30, 2011
DeGroote professor Anna N. Danielova is quoted in this article about HP hiring Goldman Sachs to protect itself against shareholder actions.

MBAs team up for sports management website
Hamilton Spectator - September 30, 2011
An article by Nick Bontis on Athelink, a new Hamilton-based company involving two of our MBA graduates.

Maximizing Gain in Non-Profit Groups
National Post - September 27, 2011
Finding a fulfilling career path that combines both Business and Social causes.

How to woo the MBA admissions committee
Financial Post - September 27, 2011
DeGroote's manager of MBA programs, Isabella Piatek, is quoted in this article on MBA admission criteria and the GMAT.

Apple and Al Gore: Why Are Celebrities Put on Corporate Boards?
September 26, 2011
Former U.S. Vice President Al Gore may have spilled some secrets about Apple Inc.'s next-generation of SmartPhones

Across the Great Divide
Businesses Without Borders - September 22, 2011
Behold the rise of 'transnational' enterprises: Small Companies with Global reach.

Facebook’s Postponed IPO: A Wise and Patient Strategy
International Business Times - September 21, 2011
Social media giant Facebook's decision to delay its much-anticipated initial public offering until the end of next year reflects the poor climate for IPOs this year

Hewlett-Packard: Is Leo Apotheker to Blame for Company Woes?
International Business Times - September 21, 2011
Reports emerged on Wednesday that the board of Hewlett-Packard Co. may remove the company’s CEO Leo Apotheker after less than a year at the job.

New Award recognizes Graduates' Impact in Community
McMaster Daily News - September 20, 2011
The Hamilton Community Impact Award, is a new award to celebrate McMaster graduates who positively impact the Hamilton community while reflecting the University's values of integrity, quality and teamwork.

Hamilton's pride of Lions
Hamilton Spectator - September 13, 2011
DeGroote's Nick Bontis and professor Ed Minich are two of the Lion's (judges) in the Innovation Factory's Lion's Lair competition for entrepreneurs.

(Don't fear) the Twitterer
Globe & Mail - August 24, 2011
Some of Manish Kacker’s latest research is featured in the Small Business Briefing on the Globe & Mail's website.

Ancaster resident receives Veterans Affairs Commendation Award
Hamilton Spectator - July 28, 2011
DeGroote Commerce ('99) alumna HooJung Jones received the Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation.

Ernst & Young honours Ontario finalists for Entrepreneur Of The Year 2011
Ernst & Young - July 7, 2011
DeGroote MBA graduate Tal Dehtiar has been named a finalist for Ernst & Young's 2011 Ontario Entrepreneur Of The Year Award.

Another Wal-Mart for Hamilton?
The Hamilton Spectator - August 3, 2011
DeGroote Assistant Professor Mandeep Malik is quoted in this article about the possibility of a new Wal-Mart being built on Barton Street.

Harper coming to town for funding announcement
The Hamilton Spectator - August 3, 2011
PM Harper will be on campus today (August 3) for a funding announcement, but in addition it's already been announced that one of our own PhD students, Mona Zanhour, will be receiving funding for her research.

What to bring to the meeting
The Manager (Globe and Mail) - July 25, 2011
DeGroote MBA student Stephen Charko's suggestion for public speaking is featured on this Globe and Mail blog.

Can RIM Survive With Two CEOs?
International Business Times (US) - July 15, 2011
DeGroote's Anna Danielova is consulted in this article about the co-CEO arrangement at RIM.

Making the world a better place while also making a profit
Sachem.ca - July 5, 2011
DeGroote's Ashish Pujari is serving on Sustainable Hamilton's board of directors.

Easing back into the daily grind
Hamilton Spectator - July 18, 2011
DeGroote's Aaron Schat and Catherine Connelly are quoted in this article about the need to take a vacation and the transition back to work.

Getting a job with no work experience
Workopolis - July 12, 2011
An interview with DeGroote Commerce grad Sumayya Randera.

Getting our youth in motion
Hamilton Spectator - July 8, 2011
DeGroote Commerce student Ibrahim Rana is featured in relation to his involvement with the Engaged Youth in Motion program here in Hamilton.

McMaster coach to lead Canadian wrestling team
Hamilton Spectator - June 28, 2011
DeGroote grad Sheldon Francis was recently chosen to head the under-17 national wrestling team.

Groupstore targets niche event marketing
Hamilton Spectator - June 24, 2011
Article by Nick Bontis about recent MBA grad Lorne Lantz and his award winning Groupstore service.

The $68-million question: What are we getting from Local Health Integration Networks?
Hamilton Spectator - June 22, 2011
DeGroote's D. Wayne Taylor is quoted in this article about LHIN spending. Also quoted in part 2 on June 23.

Jeweller adds sparkle to downtown
Hamilton Spectator - June 1, 2011
An article about DeGroote grad Maja Prvanovic-Kogut deciding to move her jewellery store from Westdale to the Hamilton downtown core.

Authentic Leadership Drives Business Results
CNW - June 1, 2011
DeGroote and the Niagara Institute team up to provide a Leading with Authenticity program.

Imaging Dynamics announces changes to the Board of Directors
CNW - May 25, 2011
DeGroote MBA alum Shameze Rampertab has been appointed to the Board of Directors of Imaging Dynamics Company Ltd.

Doors Open Burlington returns on June 11-12
InsideHalton.com - May 25, 2011
The Ron Joyce Centre is part of the Doors Open Burlington event this year.

Hamilton's young professionals: Mark Stewart
Hamilton Spectator - April 18, 2011
DeGroote MBA graduate Mark Stewart profiled in the Spectator's business section.

Gas station chain supports McMaster
Hamilton Spectator - May 19, 2011
Murray Hogarth, who founded Pioneer Petroleums in Hamilton, has made a generous donation that will support a graduate scholarship and development at the Ron Joyce Centre.

Niko Apparel sports a new face
Hamilton Spectator - May 26, 2011
An article on the new retail space and showroom for Niko Apparel here in Hamilton. Niko Apparel is owned by DeGroote MBA grad Joe Camillo and his wife, Tricia.

2011 HR Summit Awards: Corporate Governance and Strategic Leadership Award
HR Reporter (YouTube) - February 22, 2011
An interview with Chris Bart - founder, principal and lead professor of the Directors College at McMaster University. (video)

Mac student representing Holocaust survivor on march
InsideHalton.com - May 19, 2011
Third year Commerce student Allison Miceli was a student participant in the March of Remembrance & Hope this month.

B-school advice from FlightNetwork.com's Naman Budhdeo
Globe and Mail - May 17, 2011
Business school advice from DeGroote alum Naman Budhdeo, who founded FlightNetwork.com in 2005. (video)

June festival features Bedouin Soundclash to Devo
InsideHalton.com - May 12, 2011
The Burlington Sound of Music Festival's lineup announced at the Ron Joyce Centre.

Runners get set for annual Old Mill Race
Ancaster News - May 18, 2011
Nick Bontis discusses children helping children in this event supporting the United Way.

LinkedIn almost doubles in stunning market debut
Globe and Mail online - May 19, 2011
DeGroote's Prof. Michael Carnegie is quoted regarding LinkedIn's recent IPO.

Internet IPO furor begins
Financial Post - May 20, 2011
DeGroote's Prof. Michael Carnegie is quoted in this front page article on LinkedIn's recent IPO.

Something for the weekend
FT.com (Financial Times) - May 20, 2011
DeGroote's Catherine Connelly is named as a co-author of a new paper on "knowledge hiding."

Employees don't always share well with others...
Rotman School of Management - May 16, 2011
DeGroote's Catherine Connelly is named as a co-author of a new paper on "knowledge hiding."

Mac to give honorary degrees to Red Green
Hamilton Spectator - May 12, 2011
Suzanne Labarge, retired vice-chairman and chief risk officer at RBC, mentioned. She will be given a honourary Doctorate of Letters at the Faculty of Business convocation in June.

Does Skype deal put free calls on the line?
Toronto Star - May 11, 2011
DeGroote's Nick Bontis is quoted in this article on the recent Microsoft / Skype deal.

Guelph rewrites mission statement
Guelph Mercury - May 9, 2011
DeGroote's Chris Bart has been helping the city of Guelph do some soul searching.

Mac grad makes hefty donation
The Hamilton Spectator - May 2, 2011
A generous new gift from McMaster alum Adam Felesky (Horizons Exchange Traded Funds) will directly benefit DeGroote MBA students.

PlayBook looks strong as a business tool, analyst says
The Record - April 19, 2011
Nick Bontis quoted in an article about the new PlayBook device released by RIM.

Naman Budhdeo selected for Globe and Mail's Top 40 Under 40
Globe and Mail - April 27, 2011
DeGroote Commerce alum Naman Budhdeo ('96) is one of the Globe and Mail's Top 40 Under 40. Naman is the founder and CEO of FlightNetwork.com.

Students compete for sales prestige
The Hamilton Spectator - March 15, 2011
Two DeGroote students in the top 10 for Next Top Ad Exec were featured in the Hamilton Spectator discussing the national competition.

Protect your business when an employee leaves
Globe and Mail - March 11, 2011
Nick Bontis was quoted in the Globe and Mail on how to protect your business when an employee leaves.

Educational Attainment and Co-op Programs
Huffington Post - March 6, 2011
Nick Bontis submitted an article to the Huffington Post.

Keep human capital from walking out the door
The Hamilton Spectator - March 11, 2011
An article by Nick Bontis.

Investors prey to 'mind over market' whims
Edmonton Journal - March 11, 2011
Richard Deaves was profiled in the Edmonton Journal discussing how behavioural finance sees influence of psychology in trends, bubbles and crashes.

The Dragons are looking for a few good ideas
Burlington.net - March 4, 2011
The Ron Joyce Centre was host to auditions for CBC's the Dragon's Den. An article was published online showcasing the auditions.

Image of NHL 'never better'
National Post - March 11, 2011
Marvin Ryder was quoted in the National Post discussing rough play in the NHL.

Jacquelyn Cyr: Nature versus nurture
Financial Post - March 7, 2011
The MARS Mix Conference was featured in the Financial Post in an article about entrepreneurship.

Mind the innovation
National Post - March 31, 2011
Benson Honig participated in a panel discussion around innovation in Canada's business culture.

Canadian business leaders must ‘rock the boat’: expert
IT World Canada - March 31, 2011

Wanted: Canadian business leaders who innovate
CNW- April 1, 2011

Students sleep outside for 5 days to raise homelessness awareness
The Hamilton Spectator - March 15, 2011
The DeGroote Commerce Society held their annual Five Days for the Homeless campaign. (Stories in The Hamilton Spectator, CHML, CHCH, CTS 'Always Good News'.)

Business women celebrate achievements
Toronto Star - March 7, 2011
Anita Dong, a DeGroote alumna, was featured in a story related to International Women's Day.

'Thought leaders' boost their bottom line
Globe and Mail - January 28, 2011
Nick Bontis was quoted in this article discussing the notion of intellectual capital gaining traction as North American society moves toward a knowledge-based economy.

Average Canadian family $100,000 in the red
The Hamilton Spectator - February 18, 2011
Sherman Cheung was quoted in the Hamilton Spectator discussing the average Canadian debt.

Innovative locals pitch ideas at Burlington Dragon’s Den auditions
InsideHalton.com - February 28, 2011
The Ron Joyce Centre was host to auditions for CBC's Dragons Den on February 26, 2011 which resulted in this story on InsideHalton.

For some, one phone isn't enough
The Hamilton Spectator - January 27, 2011
Nick Bontis was quoted in the Hamilton Spectator discussing how companies own your company phone and the benefits of having two devices, in his case an iphone and a blackberry.

Hospital boards evolve, not always for the better
The Catholic Register - January 26, 2011
Wayne Taylor was quoted in the Catholic Register (Canada's Catholic News Source) discussing Hotel Dieu Grace and its hospital board.

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