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Beedie alumnus Milun Tesovic named on BC Business 30 Under 30

Apr 7, 2014

Beedie School of Business alumnus Milun Tesovic, co-founder of MetroLyrics.com, the most comprehensive database of music lyrics in the world, has been named one of BC Business’ 30 Under 30.

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Beedie alumna Barbara Dunfield wins Influential Women in Business Award

Feb 28, 2014

Barbara Dunfield, Chief Financial Officer of Sennen Potash Corporation and a graduate of the Executive MBA at the Beedie School of Business, has been named among the winners of Business in Vancouver’s Influential Women in Business Awards 2014. The BIV Influential Women in Business Awards recognize influential leaders in their industry and the business community at large who have committed time and resources to mentor other women in business and contribute their expertise on corporate […]

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Remembering EMBA alumnus Alan Juristovski

Nov 29, 2013

Alan Juristovski, Beedie School of Business Executive MBA alumnus and co-founder of MetroLyrics, the most comprehensive database of music lyrics in the world, passed away on Friday November 22. Under Alan’s leadership, MetroLyrics became the world’s first fully licensed lyrics site, paying artists and rights-holders to display their work. The site now has words to more than 1,000,000 songs, and generates over 25 million unique users a month across the globe, with nearly 12 million […]

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Tread carefully

Aug 13, 2013

Beedie Executive MBA alumnus Jim Hamlin on creating his online hiking community. As any active West Coast resident will testify, the Pacific Northwest region is a veritable treasure chest of exceptional outdoor activities, with breathtaking trails that almost demand exploration. It is a passion for hiking in this beautiful area that spurred Beedie Executive MBA alumnus Jim Hamlin on to create a platform for others with similar interests to connect and engage with like-minded individuals. […]

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EMBA in Aboriginal Business captures BC Business Most Innovative Companies award

Mar 28, 2013

The following article was published by BC Business on March 27, 2013. by Jacob Parry B.C.’s aboriginal business community has a big stake in the province’s economic future. Treaty agreements, renewed autonomy over aboriginal land and increased control over health and social services have been game-changers for bands and First Nations across B.C. But future opportunities are still tied to present challenges, and big questions. Can business priorities reconcile with indigenous world views? And how […]

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Up in the clouds

Dec 13, 2012

Beedie School of Business alumnus Howie Wu on remote network storage shaping business innovation. It’s no secret that cloud computing is fast becoming an increasingly important part of our everyday lives. From local data storage which backs up smartphone photos to virtual assistants such as Apple’s voice-activated iPhone app Siri, cloud computing has integrated itself almost seamlessly into the public’s conscience. Yet the benefits offered by cloud computing to businesses are just as numerous. According […]

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UBC, SFU to further global sustainable mining practices through $25M Institute

Nov 23, 2012

The University of British Columbia and Simon Fraser University will lead an international coalition to help developing countries benefit from their natural resources in environmentally and socially responsible ways. The establishment of the Canadian International Institute for Extractive Industries and Development (CIIEID), funded by a $25-million grant from the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA), was announced last October with an aim to sharing Canadian expertise in extractive industries. The selection of UBC and SFU to operate the Institute was announced today by the Honourable Julian Fantino, Minister of International Cooperation.

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CMA and Beedie School of Business team up to offer SFU CMA/MBA Combined Program

Jul 26, 2012

The Beedie School of Business at Simon Fraser University and Certified Management Accountants of British Columbia have come together to deliver the SFU CMA/MBA Combined Program – an innovative and unique program that combines the strategic leadership core of CMA and the results-focused curriculum of the SFU MBA. The curriculum will allow qualified applicants to expedite and reduce the cost of working towards their CMA designation upon completion of their MBA. The highly-regarded designation is […]

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Ideas@Beedie digital magazine showcases business school’s research and industry impact

Jul 18, 2012

The Beedie School of Business at Simon Fraser University has launched Ideas@Beedie, a digital magazine showcasing the business school’s academic research, industry impact and engagement with the community. The magazine is available as both an app for Apple’s iPad, as well as in digital magazine format on the Beedie School of Business website.

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Start-Up Acquisition is Music to Ears of BBA-EMBA Duo

Jul 2, 2012

MetroLyrics, with strong Beedie roots, brings the words of Beatles, Bublé and Bieber songs to web browsers everywhere. The recent acquisition of a wildly successful Burnaby based start-up by one of the world’s largest entertainment companies is music to the ears of Simon Fraser University’s entrepreneurship community. MetroLyrics.com, the most comprehensive database of music lyrics in the world with longstanding roots at SFU, along with its company assets, have been integrated into CBS Interactive Music […]

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