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Rady Golf Classic Raises Funds for Student Fellowships

written by Megan Theriault and Karlee Simek

At the 2018 Rady Golf Classic, participants mingled with innovators and community leaders at the beautiful La Jolla Country Club to benefit fellowships at the Rady School of Management. Held on August 27, 2018, this signature fundraising event brought together corporate and community sponsors, Rady School alumni, faculty and student golfers.

We extend our gratitude to Cubic, which returned as the presenting sponsor for a second year, continuing its eight-year long partnership with the Rady School. Not only is Cubic supportive, it also turns out great golfers—the Cubic team won 2nd place in this year’s tournament! Matt Newsome, Senior Vice President and General Manager, shared that “The Rady Golf tournament is one of our favorite events of the year. It’s the perfect blend of comradery with fellow Cubic, San Diego, Rady and UC San Diego friends and colleagues while all for the benefit of graduate student fellowships.  We are proud to be a sponsor of such a great event.”

The Rady School is grateful to steadfast supporter, Curtis Swindal of Morgan Stanley, who has sponsored the tournament every year. One of his Morgan Stanley team members, Arlene Brown, took home the women’s “closest to the pin” award.

“The accomplishments and success of the Rady School of Management are well-known throughout San Diego. PostalAnnex is pleased to provide its support through sponsorship at the annual Rady Golf Tournament. One of the best parts of the day is talking with current students and alumni who are part of our foursomes. Their dreams and work is indeed inspiring,” said Steve Goble, Executive Vice President and Chief Brand Officer, Annex Brands, Inc.

The 1st place award was won by a team that reflected the makeup of the course: a Rady administrator, community member and alumni Brett Blazys (MBA ‘14). “The Rady Golf Classic is my favorite event each year. From beautiful scenery to great food with Dean Sullivan and Ernest Rady himself, the built in comradery of the day is inspirational. Keeping in touch with old alumni and beating Bosco Lujan, is truly some of the most fun I have ever had on a golf course.” said Blazys. Lujan (MBA ’12) is a Rady School alum who continues to sponsor the Rady Golf Classic through Morgan Stanley and has won many years in a row.

UC San Diego Chancellor Pradeep Khosla even tried his hand at the putting contest and connected with the golfers.

Current Rady students and alumni attended the event, sharing their Rady School experiences and demonstrating the lasting impact fellowship support. Among them was Danny Tyson (MBA ’16), who enjoyed his day on the course.

“My fellowship allowed me to obtain my MBA without the burden of student debt, which has given me a strong foundation on which to build my career,” Tyson said.

Supported in many ways by Ernest Rady, the Rady School develops ethical and entrepreneurial leaders who make a positive impact in the world through innovation, collaboration, and knowledge. The Rady Golf Classic is a wonderful opportunity to bring together the community in support of student fellowships and to honor Ernest Rady’s support of the organization.

We’ll be announcing the 2019 Rady Golf Classic date, soon! Join us next year for this fun and meaningful event.

2018 Rady Golf Classic Sponsors

  • Cubic Transportation Systems
  • American Assets Trust
  • Annex Brands
  • Rady Children’s Hospital
  • Biomed Realty
  • Morgan Stanley – Bosco Lujan, ‘12
  • Morgan Stanley – Curtis Swindal
  • Hale BioPharma Ventures LLC
  • CalPrivate Bank
  • San Diego Marriott Del Mar
  • Robert Kibble
  • Rafael and Marina Pastor
  • iAM Physical Therapy

Golf Prize Sponsors

  • UC San Diego Art Power
  • UC San Diego Athletics
  • UC San Diego Econ Roundtable
  • Center for Executive Education
  • UC San Diego Challenge Course
  • La Jolla Playhouse
  • Snake Oil Cocktails Co.
September 7, 2018 0 comment
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Rady School Celebrates Top 15 Accomplishments in 15 Years

written by Hallie Jacobs

It has been 15 years since the Rady School of Management opened its doors to welcome a premier group of students and inspire the next generation of business leaders. Graduates have gone on to lead top companies, and have even launched companies that are leading in their respective industries. Despite less than two decades of operation, the school has reached many remarkable milestones, including earning spots on top ranking lists, launching more than 150 operating student and alumni led startups and graduating students who are now leading global organizations.

Since its founding in 2003, the Rady School MBA program has expanded its curriculum to include additional graduate programs designed to meet the needs of the business world. The Master of Finance, Master of Science in Business Analytics and Master of Professional Accountancy programs joined the stellar MBA programs offered at the Rady School to ensure a holistic and comprehensive approach to tackling important issues in all facets of the vast network of global industries.

Through the generous support of the business community, the school has grown exponentially in its 15 years, expanding the ranks of its world-renowned faculty, encouraging entrepreneurship and innovative thinking and significantly contributing to our economy. Here’s a look at the top 15 accomplishments the Rady School has achieved in its first 15 years.

  1. Over 150 operational startup companies have been started by Rady School alumni and students. These startups have revolutionized industries, led to breakthrough medical devices, drastically enhanced the lives of the visually impaired, improved personal wellness monitoring and have forever transformed our world for the better. Many of the startups are a product of the Rady School’s unique Lab to Market core sequence and accelerators.
  2. The Rady School community is driving local, national and global economic impact. Rady School start-ups have raised over $1.1 billion in the last 15 years.
  3. Founded with the intention to provide quality business education to leaders in innovative industries, the Rady School has launched distinguished graduate programs to serve the needs of the business community, including the school’s flagship Full-Time MBA and FlexMBA programs, which are already recognized among the best.
  4. In addition to the MBA programs, three specialty graduate programs have been launched: a Master of Finance, a Master of Science in Business Analytics and a Master of Professional Accountancy.
  5. The school also has three robust undergraduate programs, a business minor, an accounting minor, and a entrepreneurship and innovation minor, all of which are among the most popular minors on the UC San Diego campus.
  6. Rady School faculty are recognized as leaders for the quality of their research. Over the past 15 years, the school’s faculty have been ranked #1 in the U.S. for intellectual capital by Bloomberg Businessweek, 14th globally for faculty research by the Financial Times and 12th globally in student rating of teaching quality by The Economist.
  7. Since its inception, the school has received strong support from the business community. The school’s many supporters have been generous with their time and with gifts to support the mission of the school. Notable gifts include: a $100 million gift from Ernest and Evelyn Rady to fund strategic priorities and recruit faculty; a $4 million legacy gift and endowed chair from Nobel Laureate and Rady School Professor Harry Markowitz and his wife Barbara, a $30 million naming gift from Ernest and Evelyn Rady, a $7 million gift from Pauline and Stanley Foster for fellowships and an endowed chair, and a $5 million gift from Carol and William Stensrud for program development and faculty recruitment.
  8. The Rady School has established five Centers of Excellence: the California Institute for Innovation and Development (CIID), the Beyster Institute, the Center for Business Analytics, the Center for Social Innovation and Impact, the Institute for Supply Excellence and Innovation, and the S. – Israel Center on Innovation and Economic Sustainability. Each of the school’s centers focuses on a different topic of importance and provides additional learning opportunities and experience for students.
  9. Launched in 2013, the StartR Accelerator at the Rady School is a non-profit program for Rady School students and alumni designed to provide entrepreneurs the tools needed to start and grow their businesses. The StartR program includes workshops, mentoring, advice and access to other resources for early-stage companies. At the conclusion of the program, teams present their pitches at Demo Day, attended by investors, industry experts and the San Diego community. To date, 61 companies have participated in StartR, raising over $41 million in capital.
  10. The Rady School’s mystartupXX program is a one-of-its-kind accelerator that was created to increase and encourage diversity in entrepreneurship. Program participants take workshops on launching startups, team building, leadership, market assessment, consumer feedback, creating a value proposition, validating business models, and understanding financing strategies needed to launch the business. Each team works with a mentor and advisors who monitor and encourage their progress.
  11. The Rady Venture Fund, a student-assisted venture capital investment fund, was established to support the Rady School’s educational objectives in the areas of entrepreneurship, innovation and transfer of discoveries into the marketplace. Students screen investment leads, perform due diligence, make investment recommendations, and monitor portfolio companies. To date, the fund has invested in five early stage companies.
  12. The Rady School’s Center for Executive Development (CED) offers courses and certificates that provide valuable learning experiences to meet the needs of executives and managers in the rapidly changing world of business. Popular CED courses include: leadership, team building, and interpersonal skills. Executive Development faculty are industry experts, renowned researchers, engaging teachers and authors.
  13. The Rady School’s D. program began in 2009, attracting top doctoral candidates from around the world. Rady School Ph.D. students have gone on to teach at top schools across the U.S. and the globe.
  14. Two state-of-the-art buildings have been constructed to house the Rady School and provide a modern and technology-forward learning space. Otterson Hall opened in 2007 and Wells Fargo Hall Opened in 2012. Wells Fargo Hall has been LEED Gold certified for its sustainable practices.
  15. The Rady School earned accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International) in 2011. AACSB International is the premier business education accrediting body, with less than five percent of business schools worldwide achieving accreditation.

 

August 2, 2018 0 comment
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Expand Your Network, Secure Your Dream Job

written by Jeanette Meliska-Romero

Networking – It is a soft skill we all need, but for many, we are not comfortable using.  For some, networking just feels awkward – while for others – it can feel pointless.  When you are a graduate student and trying to break into a particular career field, networking can seem like a daunting challenge.  However, even if you feel some apprehension towards it, networking is a valuable skill that can be vital toward a successful job search.

According to PayScale.com, somewhere between 70 to 85 percent of jobs are found through networking and approximately 80 percent of jobs are never publicly listed, but instead filled through networking and referrals.  This is known as the “Hidden Job Market” and is definitely a faster route to landing a job rather than only sending out standard applications through company websites.

At the UC San Diego Rady School of Management, we understand how valuable networking can be for students and alumni, and provide multiple avenues to practice and effectively utilize this skill.  For students, we offer opportunities to learn and connect with employers and alumni through, Employer Insights Panels, Information Sessions, Company Tours, and financial stipends to attend national conferences.  For students AND alumni, we provide opportunities to network through career fairs, The Rady Network, Company Treks, and the CareersRady online platform.

Still unsure where to begin?  If you are a current Rady student, you can try reading Jaymin Patel’s The MBA Guide to Networking like a Rockstar, which is available for checkout at the Career Connections front desk.  I also recommend reading Learn to Love Networking from Harvard Business Review.  It breaks networking down into four easy strategies that you can use the next time you want to reach out someone new.

 

April 20, 2018 0 comment
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How the Rady Careers Team Helps Students and Alumni Ace Interviews

written by Kathy Self

The interview process is finally evolving.  A growth in entrepreneurism and technology is spearheading changes in how hiring managers interact and evaluate candidates. According to LinkedIn’s 2018 Global Recruiting Trends, the top five key evaluation tools adopted by employers are:

  • Soft Skills Assessments
  • Job Auditions
  • Meeting In Casual Settings
  • Virtual Reality Assessments
  • Video Interviews

What does this mean for candidates and those who support them?

New tools are making their way into the hiring process, but employer expectations remain the same. Employers still expect candidates to submit well-written resumes, have polished LinkedIn accounts, and know how to interview. General, behavioral, technical and case interviews will remain a core part to the hiring process.

Preparation is still the key to a successful interview. Preparation should now include time to learn more about these evaluation tools, how to perform at your best, and when to expect them within the hiring process. On the plus side, candidates will likely enjoy a speedier hiring process as more companies adopt one or more of these new tools.

Through the CareersRady system, Rady students and alumni can access online interview support technology such as Big Interview, Career Insider/Vault, Mock Interview, and GoinGlobal to help prepare and practice for interviews 24 hours a day/7 days a week.  Rady students can also find a list of workshops, networking events and panels hosting business professionals, hiring managers and experts on career topics, including interviewing success.

To ensure Rady School of Management students and alumni are prepared and comfortable with the interviewing process, the Rady Career Connections team provides individual coaching and mock interview practice. Specifically, alumni and students can meet with a career coach to help identify their applicable experience, strengths and skill sets to focus on, and identify areas that need improvement before an interview.

 

 

 

March 20, 2018 0 comment
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#RadyMade Company Dermala Partners with Johnson & Johnson Consumer Inc. and Johnson & Johnson Innovation LLC

written by Hallie Jacobs

Acne, eczema, psoriasis – skin conditions can range from being uncomfortable to embarrassing to downright painful. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, more than 85 million Americans and almost a billion people globally suffer from skin diseases.

Inspired by a need to help those suffering from various skin disorders, a Rady School of Management alumna created a dermatology company that recently partnered with Johnson & Johnson as part of a new collaboration aimed at creating new innovative treatments to help millions of people around the world achieve healthier skin.

Lada Rasochova (MBA ‘08) – who also serves as the executive director of the California Institute for Innovation and Development at Rady – started Dermala, a consumer dermatology company that uses the human microbiome to develop better treatments for skin diseases and various skin conditions based on technology licensed from the University of California San Diego.

The human microbiome is the collection of all microbes that live on and in our bodies. We have ten times more microbial cells than human cells and hundred times more microbial genes than human genes.

“The microbiome is very important for our health. When our body’s microbiome gets disrupted it typically results in a disease, including skin diseases,” Rasochova said. “When the microbiome is brought back into balance, health can be restored.”

Using a variety of microbiome-based products ranging from topical treatment to oral probiotics, Dermala targets the many causes of skin diseases without using harsh chemicals. For example, Dermala’s products for the treatment of acne inhibit acne causing bacteria while promoting beneficial bacteria in the microbiome which restores healthier, acne-free skin.

Dermala is not your average skincare company – in addition to topical and oral treatments, each customer will receive a microbiome sample collection kit. By measuring an individual’s skin and gut microbiome, Dermala will be able to optimize the treatments to fit the specific needs of their customers.

“Most consumer dermatology products are developed for an average customer,” Rasochova said. “Dermala is different. This isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution similar to all the other treatments currently on the market. We optimize the treatment based on the microbiome and treatment outcomes.”

The decision to partner with Johnson & Johnson was an obvious one. When Dermala launched, the company was accepted into JLABS, the Johnson & Johnson Innovation incubator that supports startup companies in the healthcare sector.

“Johnson & Johnson is a leader in consumer dermatology,” Rasochova said. “Being located at JLABS definitely helped us get noticed. This partnership with Johnson & Johnson Consumer Inc. and Johnson & Johnson Innovation LLC will help us accelerate the technology development and take it to market.”

Next steps

Dermala recently launched microbiome-based treatments for acne that received overwhelming positive feedback from its first round of customers. Currently, Dermala is working on incorporating into the treatment regimen the microbiome analysis and a mobile application that customers will use to track their treatment progress while using the Dermala products. In addition to acne, Dermala is also working on developing eczema treatments and several microbiome-based anti-aging products.

Rasochova credits her time at the Rady School for helping her develop and launch her successful business.

“My time as an MBA student at the Rady School was transformational,” she said. “It helped me, as a scientist, see the big pictures and see the business case really clearly. The Rady School helped me take the science and turn it into a business.”

 

January 30, 2018 0 comment
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The Search is On – Tips for Job Seekers

written by Terra Saltzman-Baker

Graduation season is upon us, and thus, the job search has begun for hundreds of thousands of graduates.

Searching for a job is no easy feat, but the Rady School of Management’s Director of Career Connections offers tips and tricks to help applicants succeed throughout the job-seeking process.

1. Start early and talk to everyone

Communication is key – the more you TALK to people (not email, WeChat, text or tweet), the more you will learn from them and about what career you really want to pursue. Narrowing your focus is key when having conversations – someone is less likely to know how to help you or want to help you if your search is too vague (“a job in finance”) or simple outreach (“I’m networking”).

2. Use LinkedIn to find someone, then reach out to them directly 

Most of the time, an email asking someone for a brief conversation is the best way to get a response. People have a lot to do during the day (especially those that are great at their job, and are who you really want to reach) and checking in on their LinkedIn may be at the very bottom of their priority list. Get creative on how to reach out to them – if they receive an email to their work address, you are more likely to get noticed (therefore increasing your response rate). The internet is your friend. Try to find how email addresses at the company are configured (firstname.lastname@companyname.com or firstnamelastintial@companyname.com) and then reach out that way.

3. Know what you’re asking, and lead with a warm connector

Make sure you have a well-written message and that it is easy for the reader to know what you want from them. The worst thing is for someone to read your message and not to know what to do (so what does this person want from me, or how do I help them). The easiest way to get a response is by starting the email with the connector: is the person a Rady School or UC San Diego alum (or alum of another of your alma maters); were you referred to them by someone, did you read an article that mentioned their name, their company; other ideas and then lead into the body of your message. Short, concise and tothe point is key!

4. Thank them for their time

Make sure you were listening, and taking notes. When you end the call, thank them for their time, advice and/or new connections. Most of the time, initial advice is shared as a test – will you follow up on any of it? If you have not written it down, you are sure to forget, and have no likelihood of following up. If you DO follow up, you can circle back with that person letting them know and thanking them (again) and hopefully they will share even more advice or contacts in their network.

5. Always ask for another contact

You have just had a great conversation. Why should it end there? You have shared your story and hopefully this person will now be an ally for you in your search. See who else they know at their company, at a former employer or in their network, and then follow-up with that person for the next conversation. If you keep this up, you will never run out of people to talk to and think of all you will learn.

6. Now go out and talk

There is no better advice for you – you have to talk to people. The more you do this, the more you will get comfortable talking to new people, the more you will learn and the more you will find a focused direction for where you want your next career move to be. Stop the research. Do not say you will start tomorrow. “Today is your day” (to quote the great Dr. Seuss) – so make sure people know who you are and what you’re trying to accomplish. Human nature is that they will want to help you if they can, and you tell them how. Have fun, smile and get to it!

4. Thank them for their time

Make sure you were listening, and taking notes. When you end the call, thank them for their time, advice and/or new connections. Most of the time, initial advice is shared as a test — will you follow up on any of it? If you have not written it down, you are sure to forget, and have no likelihood of following up. If you DO follow up, you can circle back with that person letting them know and thanking them (again) and hopefully they will share even more advice or contacts in their network.

5. Always ask for another contact

You have just had a great conversation. Why should it end there? You have shared your story and hopefully this person will now be an ally for you in your search. See who else they know (at their company, at a former employer, in their network) and then follow-up with that person for the next conversation. If you keep this up, you will never run out of people to talk to and think of all you will learn.

6. Now go out and talk

There is no better advice for you — you have to talk to people. The more you do this, the more you will get comfortable talking to new people, the more you will learn and the more you will find a focused direction for where you want your next career move to be. Stop the research. Do not say you will start tomorrow. “Today is your day” (to quote the great Dr. Seuss) — so make sure people know who you are and what you’re trying to accomplish. Human nature is that they will want to help you if they can, and you tell them how. Have fun, smile and get to it!

7. Work with the Rady Career Connections Team

All Rady students and alumni are able to receive help and support from the Rady Career Connections team. We are here to help you build your personal brand, craft that perfect cover letter and resume and secure your ideal career placement.

May 16, 2017 0 comment
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Visiting Rady Alumni Around the World

written by Zachary Smith

The Rady School of Management sent a small contingency of representatives to China and Japan to engage with corporate entities and alumni in Shanghai, Beijing and Tokyo.

The trip, for me however, proved to highlight the impact of the Rady School across the globe. Dean Sullivan, Ernest Rady, Bosco Lujan (president of the Rady Alumni Board) and myself were impressed and inspired by the impact of the Rady School in China and Japan.

We began our journey in Shanghai where Professor Jun Liu coordinated many high level corporate visits. These partnerships will prove fruitful for our students and graduates alike. We capped our first day of meetings with a wonderful alumni celebration in Shanghai.

At the event we met Sam Chi (MBA ‘11) who took a four hour flight from Shenzhen to attend the event. He shared his product, Pegasi, which are smart glasses designed to help individuals monitor and improve sleeping habits. Later at the alumni event, Jackie Lu (MBA ’12) read a special tribute to Ernest Rady titled “Two Words More Meaningful Than ‘I Love You’: Thank You”. The tribute was a special collection of notes from alumni across the globe that Jackie had contacted.

After a short visit to Beijing, the group took off for Tokyo. There we met Charles Zhang (MBA ’10) who is currently the CEO of Baidu Japan, a rapidly growing internet services company with the mission to provide the best and most equitable way for people to find what they are looking for online . Charles has been essential in connecting Rady students and graduates with Baidu.

Rocky Mitsuhashi (MBA ’08) has been leading the Rady Alumni Tokyo chapter ever since he graduated from Rady.  They are very active in getting together, recruiting new students, and organizing new student “send offs” in Tokyo.  Rocky recently joined our Rady Alumni Board and will be participating from Tokyo and continuing his engagement efforts on behalf of the alumni community.

After many visits in Tokyo, we celebrated with the Tokyo Rady Alumni at a reception. This group gathers once a month to discuss ‘Rady business.’ I learned that they meet to celebrate when a student is accepted in to the Rady Program, to welcome an alum back to Tokyo from Rady, to help each other with career opportunities and more. The Rady Alumni Group in Japan is as vibrant and dedicated as I have ever seen!

The trip was an eye opening experience about the power of the Rady Alumni Network and positive impact our school is having across the globe.

Zachary Smith (MBA ’18) is the senior director of development at the Rady School of Management.

April 24, 2017 0 comment
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