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Tuesday, July 23, 2024George Mason’s vital role in advancing Virginia as America’s top state in business
Virginia’s distinction as CNBC’s Top State for Business in 2024 and Top State for Education highlights George Mason University’s impact as the largest and most innovative public university in Virginia and a top 50 public university nationally. George Mason supports entrepreneurs through Mason Enterprise, which operates 25 Small Business Development Centers around Virginia. Last year Mason Enterprise provided 900+ workshops and educational programs, individual business counseling sessions focused on
Monday, July 15, 2024Main Street Mavericks: Building Businesses, Boosting Communities
Embarking on a business venture in your local community offers both personal fulfillment and significant communal benefits. This comprehensive guide will lead you through the vital steps to launch your enterprise, highlight the advantages it brings to your neighborhood, and discuss how to actively engage with local residents.Benefits of Small Businesses to the Local Community Small businesses are instrumental in boosting the local economy by creating jobs and reducing unemployment. They enhance market
Tuesday, June 18, 2024George Mason University selects James Soto Antony as new provost and executive vice president
James Soto Antony is George Mason's next provost and executive vice president. He is the Dean of Graduate Education and Postdoctoral Affairs at the University of California, San Diego. Antony is a nationally recognized higher education scholar and leader with substantial experience as a faculty member and administrator at the University of Washington, Yale University, Harvard University, and UC San Diego. He will begin his new role on July 1, 2024.
Tuesday, June 04, 2024Seize the Second: The Role of Real-Time Customer Insights
In an age where business moves at the speed of light, data is your best ally. The advent of real-time customer data enables companies to evolve from reactive to proactive decision-making. Gone are the days when businesses solely relied on historical data or gut feelings. In this article, we explore how real-time customer data can be the cornerstone of your decision-making process. The Pulse of Customer Engagement Your first step is understanding customer behavior through real-time monitoring. This
Monday, April 29, 2024Adobe Acrobat AI Assistant: All You Have to Do Is Ask Acrobat’s Generative AI Document & PDF Tool
Adobe Acrobat has long been an invaluable tool for business owners, entrepreneurs, and employees all over the world thanks to its wide array of PDF generation and editing tools. Now, Acrobat AI Assistant offers new benefits for businesses of all sizes. Acrobat AI Assistant’s revolutionary software can transform your business with its incredible features: Enhanced Document Understanding: The AI Assistant utilizes machine learning algorithms to understand the content and structure of PDF documents
Monday, April 15, 2024Website Enhancements for Business Resilience
In today's rapidly-evolving business landscape where unpredictability has become the norm, the ability to adapt and thrive amid turbulent times is crucial. This article explores the strategic use of website adjustments, a vital tool in the entrepreneur's arsenal, to sustain and grow a business when faced with external challenges.Add PDFs to Enhance Security Enhancing your business's website with PDFs can provide robust protection for both your business and customers. By utilizing PDFs, businesses gain
Wednesday, April 03, 2024How to Transform Your Hobby into a Flourishing Business
The journey brims with potential and excitement as you turn your hobby into a business. Still, it requires a strategic mindset, thorough planning, and steadfast dedication. This article uncovers essential strategies to transform your passion into a lucrative business seamlessly. Write Business Proposals that Get You Noticed When transitioning your hobby into a business, crafting compelling business proposals becomes paramount. These proposals serve as blueprints for success, enabling you to secure
Wednesday, April 03, 2024Barbara Humpton to speak at Mason’s Spring 2024 Commencement
Barbara Humpton, president and CEO of Siemens, will be the featured speaker at George Mason University’s 2024 Spring Commencement ceremony on Thursday, May 9, in EagleBank Arena on the Fairfax Campus. At Siemens since 2011, Humpton has guided the technology company’s strategy and engagement in the United States and previously served as president and CEO of Siemens Government Technologies Inc. Learn more at https://tinyurl.com/muj3z66n.
Wednesday, April 03, 2024Farnaz Farkish Thompson Joins George Mason’s Board of Visitors
Gov. Glenn Youngkin has appointed Farnaz Farkish Thompson, a partner in the Washington, D.C., office of McGuireWoods LLP, to the George Mason University Board of Visitors. Before joining McGuireWoods, Thompson served as deputy general counsel in the U.S. Department of Education and as associate university counsel at the University of Virginia. Her appointment runs through June 30, 2027. Learn more at https://tinyurl.com/mr25ubdy.
