Vijay Khatri smiles while posing on campus on the 2023 cover of Business at Leeds magazine.

From the latest innovations in business research to stories of leadership and inspiring student experiences, Business at Leeds is an informative way to stay connected with the Leeds School of Business. As our official school magazine, Business at Leeds is published annually to provide you with real-world examples of how Leeds is impacting the business community on campus and across the globe.

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The 2023 issue of Business at Leeds magazine highlights leadership: The leadership of Tandean Rustandy Endowed Dean Vijay Khatri and many others in our stellar Leeds community.

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Featured Stories

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ESG Champions

Leeds alumni are making the case for sustainability. Here's how. Read more
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Influence At Any Stage

Not everyone will be CEO, but anyone can be a leader. Leeds faculty and alumni share how they stepped into their power. Read more
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Exploring (Business) Ecosystems and Forging New Paths

Leeds’ new dean, driven by curiosity and collaboration, envisions the school’s future. Read more
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When Trust Goes Bust, What Happens to Empathy?

As downsizing and economic uncertainty shake up the workplace, employees wonder if ‘empathetic’ leaders are telling the truth. Read more
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Growing Pains

Passion and persistence aren't enough to make a founder successful. Self-reflection and humility are essential, according to these veteran entrepreneurs. Read more

Outstanding Students

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Heads of the Class

Meet five students who’ve honed their personal leadership styles by heading up student clubs at Leeds. Read more
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Heads of the Class: Chloe Theil (RelEst, Mktg’23)

Using skills she learned at Leeds, Chloe Theil brought new life to CU's Women in Business Club. Read more
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Heads of the Class: Emily Campbell (Fin, Acct’24)

Some first-year students might be intimidated by the prospect of a leadership position with CU’s largest student organization, but not Emily Campbell. Read more
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Heads of the Class: Kevin Nguyen (InfoMgmt’24) and Julie Huang (InfoMgmt’24)

Together, Kevin Nguyen and Julie Huang are leading a club that helps diverse students network with well-known companies. Read more
Trisha Tyagi smiles at the camera while posing on campus.

Heads of the Class: Trisha Tyagi (Fin, InfoMgmt’25)

Trisha Tyagi never considered her age a hindrance for leadership, even when tasked with taking the helm of Leeds Student Government. Read more

Lessons from Leaders

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The View from the Top

Leeds alumni share the leadership lessons that have helped them motivate, inspire and problem-solve. Read more
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The View from the Top: Jay Parry (Fin’80)

For Jay Parry, success comes down to leading by example. Read more
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The View from the Top: Jordan Papé (Bus’01)

Surrounding himself with smart people who offer different perspectives is key for Jordan Papé. Read more
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The View from the Top: Beth Ann Catalano (Mktg’79)

Beth Ann Catalano is driven to empower other women to find confidence, upward career mobility, and earning power. Read more
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The View from the Top: Axton Salim (Bus’02)

Axton Salim looks to an interconnected world to inspire his leadership style. Read more