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In the News: Jiang Zhang on Credit Unions and Crypto
In the NewsJiang Zhang, an assistant professor at the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business, was featured in Twin Cities Business discussing a Minnesota credit union’s move into cryptocurrency services. Zhang highlighted how the initiative reflects increasing demand for digital assets and noted that smaller financial institutions entering the space could gain a competitive advantage…
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In the News: Scott Martens on Supply Chain Risks in Chip Industry
In the NewsScott Martens, an operations and supply chain management professor at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with the Minnesota Star Tribune about the growth of the U.S. semiconductor industry and a pending merger involving Minnesota-based SkyWater Technology. Martens emphasized the importance of strengthening domestic manufacturing and understanding supply chain risks. From the article:That decrease has… -
In the News: John Spry on Rising Gas Prices and Household Costs
In the NewsJohn Spry, a finance professor at the Opus College of Business at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with KSTP about how rising gas prices are affecting household budgets. As fuel costs climb, Spry noted that certain goods, particularly those that rely on air transportation such as seafood and flowers, may see price increases first.… -
In the News: Andy Babula on Minnesota Housing Market Trends
In the NewsAndy Babula, director of the real estate program and the Shenehon Center for Real Estate at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with KSTP about shifting housing trends in Minnesota following a new Realtors report. Babula said a slight decline in home prices is tied to reduced buyer demand, influenced by factors such as interest… -
In the News: Seth Ketron on Target’s Sales Challenges
In the NewsSeth Ketron, associate professor of marketing at the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business, spoke with KARE 11 about Target’s latest earnings report, which showed another quarter of declining sales. Ketron explained recent economic uncertainty and persistent high prices are prompting many consumers to save rather than spend. From the article:University of St.… -
In the News: Christopher Wong Michaelson on Consumer Boycotts
In the NewsChristopher Wong Michaelson, professor of business ethics at the University of St. Thomas, joined MPR News to discuss the effectiveness of consumer boycotts. Michaelson said that while boycotts rarely have a large direct financial impact on major corporations, they can succeed by drawing attention to issues and encouraging changes in corporate practices. From the conversation:Catherine… -
In the News: Dave Vang on Global Oil Markets
In the NewsDave Vang, professor of finance at the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business, spoke with KSTP about the recent spike in Minnesota gas prices amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. Vang said oil is priced on a global market, meaning international conflicts can affect prices in Minnesota, with drivers potentially seeing increases… -
In the News: Mike Porter on the Future of Shopping Malls
In the NewsMike Porter, professor of marketing at the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business, joined KCBS Radio to discuss the challenges and reinvention of American shopping malls. Porter explained that while e-commerce has significantly reshaped consumer habits, malls that focus on experience, community integration and mixed-use development are more likely to thrive. From residential… -
In the News: Mike Porter on the Strategic Role of Social Media
In the NewsMike Porter, clinical professor of marketing at the University of St. Thomas, joined the “Homegrown Hustle” podcast to unpack the strategic realities behind social media in modern marketing communications. Porter reframed social platforms as shared spaces within the PESO model, emphasizing that social media should serve as a conduit that drives audiences toward owned assets.… -
In the News: Mike Porter on Reputation Management
In the NewsMike Porter, senior clinical professor of marketing in the Opus College of business at the University of St. Thomas, shared insights on the realities of reputation management during a recent episode of the “Homegrown Hustle” podcast. Speaking with host Matt Eickman, Porter discussed how reputation differs from brand, why businesses must manage perceptions across multiple…