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When we talk about inflation, we often think in numbers — rising prices, shifting interest rates, or changes in purchasing power. But for Professor Alexander Zentefis, an assistant professor of finance at the Leavey School of Business, the story of inflation is as much about words as it is about data.

By the time the Super Bowl lands in Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara on February 8, months of game planning will come down to one day of action.

LÉOA, a functional beverage company co-founded by Leavey student Ari Martin ‘27, has been named to Poets&Quants’ Most Disruptive Undergraduate Startups of 2026 list.

By the time Leavey alum Joy Ofodu founded Enjoyment Endeavor in 2021, she already understood something many creatives spend years learning: creativity becomes sustainable only when it’s paired with strategy.

In today’s fast-paced workplace, taking breaks has become both a necessity and a challenge. While organizations encourage employees to pause for coffee, lunch, or short walks, the effectiveness of those breaks often falls short.

When Naren Agrawal steps into his role as interim dean of the Leavey School of Business on January 1, 2026, it will mark both a familiar homecoming and a new chapter in leadership for the School.

A Louis Vuitton boutique in Bermuda is about as far from a research lab as you can get. Yet that’s exactly where Oksana Komarova stood, running a luxury storefront and selling $3,000 handbags to tourists.

As a leader in Apple’s global business planning function, Leavey alumna DeAnna Kneis sits at the intersection of strategy and execution. The challenge of identifying strategic growth opportunities while executing across multiple teams keeps Kneis motivated to make an impact.

Artist and athlete Lauren Grover ’25, M.S. ’27 is pursuing a graduate degree in sports business while playing one last season with the Broncos.

During a Career Center-hosted trip to Levi’s Stadium, students gained professional development, employer connections, and a competitive edge in a rapidly shifting hiring landscape.