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In the News: Seth Ketron on How Shorter Holiday Season Means More Savings
In the NewsSeth Ketron, assistant professor of marketing at the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business, recently spoke with KSTP about why this year's shorter holiday season means better deals for shoppers and tips on snagging discounts and maximizing savings before Christmas. From the story: This holiday shopping season is almost a week shorter than…
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In the News: Scott Martens on Managing Supply Chain Challenges With Smart Planning and Diversification
In the NewsScott Martens, professor of operations and supply chain management at the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business, recently spoke with The Minnesota Star Tribune about how companies can handle supply chain challenges like tariffs, strikes, and global disruptions. From the story: President-elect Donald Trump’s pledge to raise tariffs and the possibility of a… -
In the News: Christopher Michaelson on the Meaning of Work and Why It Matters for Personal and Societal Well-Being
In the NewsChristopher Michaelson, professor of business ethics at the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business, recently spoke with MPR on the importance of finding meaning in work, how work impacts personal well-being and society, and why we should ask ourselves if our work is truly worth it. From the interview: Host: So, I’ve heard… -
In the News: Seth Ketron on Retailers Competing for Shoppers in This Shorter Season
In the NewsSeth Ketron, assistant professor of marketing at the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business, recently spoke with The Minnesota Star Tribune about how retailers are stepping up with big deals and festive experiences to attract shoppers during this holiday season. From the story: Santas made their debut at Twin Cities malls this week.… -
In the News: Dave Vang on Younger Generations Focusing on Technology
In the NewsDave Vang, finance professor at the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business, recently spoke with KSTP-TV about how younger generations, technology, and government regulations are changing interest in powersports, impacting the industry. From the story: Host: For many Minnesotans, if they’re not slicing through fresh powder on a sled or cruising the shoreline… -
In the News: Muer Yang on Long Voting Lines Contributing to Misinformation Spread
In the NewsMuer Yang, operations and supply chain management professor at the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business, recently published an article in the Minnesota Reformer and spoke with the editorial board at The Minnesota Star Tribune about his latest research, which found that long wait times at polling places may lead to an increased… -
In the News: Seth Ketron on 2024 Holiday Spending Forecasts
In the NewsSeth Ketron, assistant marketing professor at the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business, recently spoke with WCCO-TV on how holiday spending forecasts, expected to hit nearly $1 trillion this year, help retailers prepare for staffing, inventory and consumer trends. From the story: Holiday spending could break an all-time record this year. The National… -
In the News: Jason Pattit on How Natural Disasters Impact Minnesota’s Agriculture and Medical Device Industries
In the NewsJason Pattit, professor of management at the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business, recently spoke with WCCO-TV about how events like hurricanes disrupt supply chains and affect local businesses, highlighting the far-reaching consequences on food costs, medical supplies and restaurant sourcing. From the story: Host: What is the bigger picture in terms of… -
In the News: Dave Vang on U.S. Bank’s Growing Twin Cities Market Share
In the NewsDave Vang, a professor of finance at the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business, recently spoke with the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal about U.S. Bank’s market share growth in the Twin Cities, crediting its size for allowing more competitive rates. From the story: The annual deposit and market share report by the Federal Deposit… -
In the News: Entrepreneurial Alumnus Helps to Feed Those in Need and Limit Waste
In the NewsWill Pittner ’22, an alumnus from the University of St. Thomas Schulze School of Entrepreneurship, recently spoke to The Catholic Spirit about Food to People, his sustainable business for limiting food waste and helping with food scarcity. From the story: Hunger is a persistent problem throughout the world. Over 30% of food made with the…