Johns Hopkins Center for Leadership Education

Join us on Friday, April 25 for the 25th annual HopStart: Hopkins New Venture Challenge and learn more about the innovations and entrepreneurial activities happening across Johns Hopkins University. More than 70 teams will pitch their startups to panels of judges in two rounds of competition for the chance to win $5000 in prizes to further their ventures. Maryland State Treasurer Dereck E. Davis will deliver our luncheon keynote address at 12 p.m. Dereck E. Davis was elected and sworn in as the 24th Maryland State Treasurer on December 17, 2021. In addition to Treasurer Davis’s responsibilities for managing the Office of the State Treasurer, he serves as the chief representative of the state dealing with financial rating agencies and investment banking firms. Treasurer Davis chairs both the Capital Debt Affordability Committee and the Commission on State Debt and is a member of Maryland’s Board of Revenue Estimates. The Treasurer also serves as Chair of the Board of Trustees of the Maryland State Retirement and Pension Systems and is a member of the Maryland Environmental Service Board of Directors, the Maryland Coast Smart Council, the Maryland Supplemental Retirement Plans Board of Trustees, the Procurement Improvement Council, and the Maryland Commission on Climate Change. Unique among the Treasurer’s responsibilities is his position on the Board of Public Works with the Governor and the Comptroller. This board oversees a substantial portion of the procurement contracts of the state. Register to attend the 25th?annual HopStart Competition here: https://lnkd.in/dGr-4h3r #hopstart #innovation #entrepreneurship #johnshopkinsuniversity

Last week, CLE hosted the final event in its Laben series, a panel discussion titled "Using AI in the Academy and Beyond" at the Pava Center for Entrepreneurship. Panelists included undergraduates Amelia Frank (Economics and International Studies, ‘27) and Benjamin Wen (Computer Science '27), current MS in Engineering Management (MSEM) students Radhika Sawkar and Qinyu Luo, and MSEM alum Abhishek Survase ('24), and was moderated by Associate Teaching Professor?Illysa Izenberg. The panel discussed the potential risks and opportunities of the use of AI in higher education, as well as in other industries. #generativeAI #AI #highereducation #johnshopkinsuniversity

We recently caught up with MSEM alum Jigar Shah (’19), a senior product manager at Asana, where he leads the?product strategy and execution for reporting. He shared his most memorable moments in the MSEM program as well as how MSEM's management track prepared him to become a product thinker and builder. Read more at the link below. https://lnkd.in/dt4MVfJd #productmanagement #engineering #innovation #johnshopkinsuniversity?

American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences has awarded Senior Lecturer Mia Russell with the 2025 AAFCS Leader Award. Russell will be honored at the Annual AAFCS Conference in Kansas City, Missouri on June 25-27. Leader Award winners are recognized for their impact on their local communities by “elevating the profession and empowering individuals, families, and communities with their work.” Russell?has over 20 years of experience in business and finance, is a personal finance subject matter expert, and has served in various roles across nonprofit, academic, and corporate sectors. She has also published a number of articles in the financial education, leadership, and organizational behavior literatures that add to our knowledge of personal financial management tools, health insurance literacy, burnout, and employee engagement. #familyconsumersciences #leadership #personalfinance #johnshopkinsuniversity

Join us in the Pava Center for Entrepreneurship on Tuesday, 3/11 for an interactive conversation about generative AI featuring experienced non-faculty users. Our panel will showcase the perspectives of undergraduates, graduate students, and young professionals who have participated in AI R&D, and more! Come prepared to ask questions, and don’t forget to meet us after the panel at R. Bar for an informal happy hour reception at 5 p.m. Register here: https://lnkd.in/dSSBmbsu

Associate Teaching Professor and Director of Graduate Studies Trevor Mackesey has received the Whiting School of Engineering Excellence in Teaching Award. Mackesey, who is also the director of the Master of Science in Engineering Management Program, teaches courses in global consulting, innovation and design, strategies for new managers, and strategies for innovation and growth, among others. Recipients of Excellence in Teaching, Advising, and Mentoring Awards are recognized for actively engaging students, building community, impacting students’ lives, promoting diversity, and fostering a culture of inclusion. #teaching #excellence #whitingschoolofengineering #johnshopkinsuniversity Read more here: https://lnkd.in/d6NGBhNb

"What I love most [about MSEM] is how all the courses work together. You develop a framework-based approach to problem-solving, learn how to prioritize effectively, and operate in a fast-paced environment. It might not be obvious at first how each piece fits, but as you progress through the program, everything starts to click. The curriculum is designed so that classes like Professional Presentations enhance what you learn in Strategies [for Innovation and Growth], and the hands-on projects offer real-world practice with diverse teams and industries." We caught up with current student Himalaya Kadari to learn more about her experience in the JHU MSEM program. Himalaya tells us about MSEM's hands-on projects with the Johns Hopkins Hospital, her internships with UpSurge Baltimore and BMore Tech Connect, and the skills she developed that broadened her career options at the link below. https://lnkd.in/dD-SRyJ9 #msem #johnshopkinsuniversity #consulting #strategy

"When we love a school or a program, it’s often because of the people. The MSIL program fosters a tight-knit community where students and professors can form deep connections, and the faculty members are incredibly supportive. Additionally, MSIL offers a highly flexible curriculum, blending online and in-person courses. This flexibility has allowed me to dedicate time each semester to taking undergraduate courses in subjects that interest me, such as French, microeconomics, and various AI-related courses." We recently caught up with current MSIL student Harvey He to learn more about his experience in the program, attending the Immersion Program in London, and the courses and faculty that have made an impact on his plans post graduation. Read more about his experience at the link below. #msil #innovation #leadership #johnshopkinsuniversity Link:?https://lnkd.in/dBfBiQ7p

Join the Johns Hopkins Undergraduate Consulting Club and KCIC for a casing workshop this Friday, Feb. 28 at 4 p.m. in the Summit Auditorium at the Imagine Center to practice your consulting skills and learn about the recruiting cycle. Undergraduate and graduate Hopkins students are invited to participate. KCIC Consulting?is a consulting firm that assists companies in managing their product liabilities by providing expertise in risk management, insurance policy analysis, data conversion, and litigation support. #consulting #caseworkshop #KCIC #johnshopkinsuniversity Register here: https://lnkd.in/dedzMkRm

HopStart mentorship has begun! Meet Jessica Weeman, one of HopStart’s 2025 mentors. As the COO of Fyn, a startup offering fractional CFO services to pre-seed to Series B businesses, she knows what it takes to build and scale a company. ? Here’s what Jessica has to say about HopStart and her advice for participants: ? Q: What do you enjoy most about being part of HopStart? ? “It is incredibly inspiring to see young people thinking about innovative ways to solve some of our world's greatest challenges.” ? Q: What advice would you give teams on building their business?? ? “Most teams tend to focus on the product or service (the fun part!) but not the business plan. Make you sure you have a plan for how you will generate revenue and manage your expenses.” ? Q: What tips do you have for teams to be successful in HopStart?? ? “Leverage your mentors, ask lots of questions, lean into feedback, and practice, practice, practice before your pitch!” ? #hopstart #innovation #pitchcompetition #johnshopkinsuniversity