Tag Archive for "Leatherby Center" - Argyros College of Business and Economics

Senior Spotlight: Nella Khachian ’24 "Having a wishbone is having all your desires, dream, goals, and those are what will allow you to explore and find passions. You need a backbone to push you through the not-so-great times even when it seems like nothing is working out your way or how you planned. And a funny bone, college is such an incredible time with so many moments that you will look back and laugh about."

April 25, 2024 by Kajal Padi | Seniors

Meet Nella Khachian, the vibrant force on Chapman University’s campus. Majoring in Business Administration with an emphasis in Marketing and minoring in Data Analytics, Nella’s journey through Chapman has been nothing short of exhilarating. Reflecting on her time at the Leatherby Center of Entrepreneurship and Business Ethics, she shares, “My position there as a Marketing

Student Spotlight: Derrick Davidian ’24 "The Entrepreneurship minor that Chapman and the Argyros College of Business and Economics offer truly encompasses the perfect combination of classes that teach you about business and entrepreneurship but also allow you to bring your ideas to life."

December 4, 2023 by Lauren Belzer | Students

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

Student Spotlight: Isaac Persky ’26 Co-Founder, DormPour

November 28, 2023 by Lauren Belzer | Leatherby Center

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  "Entrepreneurship is kind of like going on a really big hike..."

November 28, 2023 by Lauren Belzer | Leatherby Center

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 Founder, COSA Spirits

November 20, 2023 by Lauren Belzer | Students

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 Co-Founder & Co-CEO, Sans

November 16, 2023 by Lauren Belzer | Argyros Alumni

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: Aidan Eck ’25 Founder & CEO, ACE Platinum Studios

November 6, 2023 by Lauren Belzer | Entrepreneurs @ Chapman

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

Watch Richard Sudek’s TEDx Talk: Courage To Fail

July 10, 2012 by Kameron So | Events

Missed the inaugural TEDxChapmanU on June 15? We’ve got you covered. Watch the TEDx Talk “Courage To Fail”, delivered by Richard Sudek, director of the Leatherby Center for Entrepreneurship and Business Ethics. For highlights and more information, please visit the TEDXChapmanU website.