Student Spotlight: Derrick Davidian '24
Derrick Davidian, a Strategic and Corporate Communication major with a minor in Entrepreneurship, is set to graduate from Chapman University in May 2024. His journey at Chapman has been nothing short of transformative, marked by a diverse range of experiences that reflect his passion for communication, entrepreneurship, and community engagement. Upon arriving at Chapman, Derrick
“Pay-What-You-Want” (PWYW) Pricing with Moonsik Shin, Ph.D.
In recent years, a new business model called “pay-what-you-want” (PWYW) pricing has emerged. With this model, a business offers its product or service to customers with the freedom to choose any price, including zero, with the expectation that a sufficient number of customers will voluntarily pay enough to generate a profit. A prominent example of
Student Spotlight: Isaac Persky '26
Isaac Persky is an Economics, Public Relations, and Entertainment Marketing student at Chapman University set to graduate in 2026, as well as a student-entrepreneur. Isaac shares his entrepreneurial journey with DormPour, a venture he co-founded with fellow Chapman student, Ben Shafton. Developing DormPour DormPour aims to revolutionize the way students access filtered water in their
OC Entrepreneurship Spotlight: Steve West – Founder & CEO, Project Insight
Project Insight is an award-winning work management software company that helps businesses of all sizes manage their projects, teams, and resources. But how did Project Insight start and what is the story behind its success? In this blog post, we will hear from Steve West, the founder and CEO of Project Insight, who shared his
Student Spotlight: Daniel Rodriguez '25
Meet Daniel Rodriguez, set to graduate in 2025 with a Bachelor’s in Business Administration and an Honors Minor. Beyond the classroom, Daniel is the founder of COSA Spirits, a venture aiming to revolutionize the spirits industry by blending culture and celebration into every sip. Embarking on an Entrepreneurial Journey Daniel’s journey into entrepreneurship started serendipitously
Alumni Spotlight: Adam Bedford '14
Chapman University has produced a multitude of successful entrepreneurs, and one notable name among them is Adam Bedford. Adam is a 2014 graduate with a B.S. in Business Administration, a B.S. in Accounting, and a minor in Economics. He is now the Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Sans, a consumer hardware and direct-to-consumer brand. Adam shares
Student Spotlight: Kelsy Hua '23
Kelsy Hua, a passionate artist and business enthusiast, is set to graduate in December 2023 from Chapman University with a major in Business Administration and a minor in Graphic Design. During her time at Chapman, Kelsy has carved her entrepreneurial path, owning and designing for her art and design business. The Genesis of an Entrepreneur
Alumni Spotlight: Amin Anjedani '17
Amin Anjedani, a Chapman University alum who graduated in 2017 with a degree in Business Administration with a Finance emphasis, has embarked on an exciting entrepreneurial journey that blends his passion for business with his love for innovation. As the Chief Development Officer of BOMANI, Amin plays a crucial role in the development and growth
Student Spotlight: Aidan Eck '25
In the bustling world of film production, one student at Chapman University is breaking down barriers and making the process more accessible to aspiring filmmakers. Meet Aidan Eck, a Film Production major with a Directing emphasis within the Dodge College of Film and Media Arts and a minor in Entrepreneurship, set to graduate in the
Alumni Spotlight: Joanna Huckins '16 & Jacquelyn Fisher '15
Embarking on an entrepreneurial journey is a challenging but rewarding endeavor. For Joanna Huckins ’16 and Jacquelyn Fisher ’15, co-founders of Sweat and Tell and Jay Beauty, their journey began shortly after graduating from college and has since evolved into a thriving and dynamic business. In this blog post, the duo will share a glimpse
Student Spotlight: Anoushka Sarma '25
Anoushka Sarma, a Business Administration major with a double emphasis in Finance and Data Science, is set to graduate in the spring of 2025. Anoushka has found her Chapman University experience to be highly rewarding, cherishing the numerous opportunities that the university has provided for personal and academic growth. She has formed lasting connections with
Student Spotlight: Colleen Navasartian '24, MSA '25
Colleen Navasartian is a student with a unique academic path. She is a junior with senior standing at Chapman University, who will be essentially completing her undergraduate and graduate degrees in a “3+1” style instead of the usual “4+1” program, formally known as the Integrated MBA program. Colleen is a dual major in B.S. Accounting