Articles tagged with: Modesto A. Maidique
CEO of NBC Universal shares insights into his path to success.
Jeff Zucker, a Miami public school graduate who rose to the CEO’s office at NBC Universal, told an audience of Florida International University (FIU) students, faculty and alumni that taking risks—and accepting responsibility—were the foundations …
Principals benefit from new paradigm in leadership training.
Blending established leadership training with best business practices was the core of an innovative Principals Leadership Development Program launched in June at Florida International University (FIU).
The inaugural class of thirty public school principals attended the …
Cuban-American CPAs Association gala celebrates leaders: past, current and future.
When 250 people gathered at this year’s Cuban-American CPAs Association (CACPA) gala, it was like a Florida International University (FIU) reunion bringing, together current leaders with an eye toward future ones.
“I appreciate that the CACPA …
College names eminent scholar chairs and Knight Ridder Center and Pino Center professorships for 2009-2010.
The College of Business Administration has announced the appointment of eminent scholars along with new faculty appointments to the Knight Ridder Center and the Pino Entrepreneurship Center. The faculty members appointed to these positions …
Modesto A. Maidique takes on dual role in College of Business Administration.
With his 23-year tenure as president of Florida International University (FIU) just ended, Modesto A. Maidique has already embarked on the next phase of his career: as a professor of management and executive director of …
Center for Leadership joins College of Business Administration.
On July 1, 2009, the Center for Leadership at Florida International University (FIU) found a new home: within the College of Business Administration’s building complex.
It’s a perfect fit. Just as management forms a …
Entrepreneurship Hall of Fame celebrates 10th anniversary with masquerade soirée.
Despite the masks, there was no hiding that the 10th Entrepreneurship Hall of Fame was special. Highlights of the masquerade soirée included honoring Joyce J. Elam, executive dean of the business school, as the South …
At Commencement, graduates learn they have much to be proud about.
Spring Commencement took place on April 28, 2008. The ceremony for College of Business Administration’s Chapman Graduate School and School of Accounting occurred in the afternoon, with undergraduates from the Landon School receiving their diplomas …
Mexican business leader reflects on banking…and what “rich” means.
“If you like what you do, take some risks, and work hard,http://biznews.fiu.edu/wp-admin/post-new.php you can achieve anything.”
According to José Aldrich, managing partner, tax and legal services, Latin America tax leader–South Florida business unit, KPMG, LLP; …
University will honor business alumni at annual Torch Awards.
Each year, Florida International University’s Alumni Association (FIUAA) honors distinguished alumni and faculty member at its annual Torch Awards Gala. The Torch Awards honor the memory of Senator Ernest R. Graham, the forward-thinking champion who …
Ribbon cutting signals that new complex is "open for business."
The College of Business Administration’s new building complex officially “opened for business” on February 9, 2008, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony that drew more than 200 business and civic leaders, major donors, faculty, staff, students and …
Dialogue intensifies between the Chapman School and leading Chinese universities.
Chapman School Associate Dean Tomislav Mandakovic, right, meets with universities and their students in China.
It’s no surprise that prospective students and other business school administrators want to learn more about what the College of Business …
College of Business Administration takes center stage in Tallahassee.
Florida Governor Charlie Crist flanked by student ambassadors Angelina Troff, left, and Sashle Eslaquit, right
FIU Day, an annual event held in the state capital—Tallahassee, Florida—gives representatives from Florida International University(FIU) a chance to …
Major technology grant from Hewlett-Packard Company creates a stronger collaborative community for the college.
Soon, several thousand alumni, more than 7,000 students, and more than 350 faculty and staff of the college will have access to a state-of-the-art email and collaboration system, thanks to a major technology grant from …
