Freeman News
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Inc.: Selena Gomez’s Wondermind Raised $1.2 Million on Founder Reputation. Now Investors Say They Were MisledRob Lalka, Albert Lepage Professor in Business, was interviewed by Inc. for a story about the legal troubles surrounding Wondermind, the mental health startup founded by actress and singer Selena Gomez.Robert T. Lalka,…
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Business Insider: Nvidia is playing many parts in the AI gold rush, a top business guru saysRob Lalka, Albert Lepage Professor in Business, was interviewed by Business Insider for a story about Nvidia's meteoric rise from graphics card maker for video games to the world's most valuable company and linchpin…
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WVUE Fox 8: Gas prices may not come down any time soon, analysts warnEric Smith, professor of practice and associate director of the Tulane Energy Institute, was interviewed by WVUE Fox 8 about his expectations for gas prices in the wake of the U.S.-Iran ceasefire.
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Pros and Cons of Tariffs: What Finance Professionals Need to KnowTariffs can affect business expenses and trade decisions. Explore the pros and cons of tariffs and what finance professionals should know about their effects.
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Nola.com: What SpaceX's Louisiana spaceport means for Vermilion ParishEric Smith, professor of practice and associate director of the Tulane Energy Institute, was interviewed by Nola.com about SpaceX's plan to build a spaceport in coastal Vermilion Parish.
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MBA vs. Master of Management in Energy: Key DifferencesEarning a graduate management degree can help you achieve your goals. Compare MBA vs. Master of Management in Energy degree programs and what they encompass.
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How Long Is an MBA Program?Earning a Master of Business Administration degree can lead to career advancement. Explore how long an MBA program is and the various program formats.
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Fast Company: Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent: ‘K-shaped economy is over’ and I’m ‘sick of hearing’ about itPeter Ricchiuti, senior professor of practice in finance and research director of Burkenroad Reports, was interviewed by Fast Company about Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's comment to CNBC that "the K-shaped…
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Freeman welcomes six to faculty for 2026-27Tulane University’s A. B. Freeman School of Business is pleased to announce the appointment of six full-time faculty members for the 2026-27 academic year.
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What Is Corporate Sustainability?Consumers care about the environment, but what is corporate sustainability exactly? Learn about its three pillars and how it drives organizational success.
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Business Analytics vs. Data Analytics: Similarities and DifferencesAre you interested in working with data but unsure of the difference between business analytics vs. data analytics? Learn how they both help companies succeed.
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Master’s in Business Analytics vs. MBA: Key DifferencesIf you’re ready to further your career, earning a master’s degree can help. Compare a master’s in business analytics vs. an MBA to discover the differences.
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Audit vs. Tax Accounting: How Are They Different?Auditing and tax accounting have distinct areas of focus and require different skills. Compare the two career paths, including their salaries and duties.
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MBA Accreditation Types and BenefitsAccreditation is a key consideration for prospective Master of Business Administration (MBA) students. Explore MBA accreditation types and what they mean for program quality and career prospects.
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Executive MBA vs. MBA: What Are the Differences?A Master of Business Administration (MBA) can help professionals at every level and in every sector learn the skills they need to advance their careers. However, highly experienced professionals do not have the same needs as…
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What Is the ROI of an MBA?Earning a graduate degree can be a good investment. Individuals who complete a master’s degree, for example, earn higher salaries and face lower unemployment rates than those whose highest level of education is a bachelor’s…
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What Does a Controller Do?Are you interested in pursuing a career in finance? Learn what a controller does, and learn how a master’s degree in finance can open up career opportunities.
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Mike’s Amazing founder comes full circleFreeman School alum Michael Leffler (BSM '91) is the founder of Mike's Amazing Foods, the upstart condiment brand that's fast becoming a national household name.
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WGNO-TV: Louisiana could soon enrich and dispose of nuclear fuelEric Smith, professor of practice and associate director of the Tulane Energy Institute, was interviewed by WGNO-TV about the U.S. Department of Energy's selection of Louisiana as a potential host for a nuclear lifecycle…
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Reuters: "Ugly and rusty," Venezuela's refineries are relics that will be hard to reviveEric Smith, professor of practice and associate director of the Tulane Energy Institute, was interviewed by Reuters for a story about efforts to restore Venezuela's refining capacity.
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Fast Company: Home energy costs are soaring. Why does Trump want our appliances to be even less efficient?Eric Smith, professor of practice and associate director of the Tulane Energy Institute, was interviewed by Fast Company about the Trump administration's plans to roll back energy efficiency efforts.
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Alum dreams big with AI-powered mattress coverHarry Gestetner (BSM ’22) wants to help you hack your sleep.“My goal is to increase the number of minutes the world sleeps each night,” Gestetner says. “And I want to make it happen through Orion.”Orion, Gestetner’s company…
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WVUE Fox 8: Who can you trust online?Ashley Nelson, senior professor of practice in management communication, appeared on WVUE Fox 8 to discuss misinformation, disinformation and how to separate fact from fiction on social media.
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Buzzy ice cream company casts a spell on localsNothing says summer like an ice cream cone, and thanks to a Freeman School of Business alumnus, New Orleanians now have another way to celebrate the season. Briggs Barrios (BSM ’14) is the founder of Super Witch, an ice…
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How Tulane’s Master of Management in Energy Is Designed for EngineersAn energy management degree can help engineers build business expertise for the energy sector. Explore Tulane University’s Master of Management in Energy program.