Harbert College of Business

06/23/2026

For Auburn alumnus Stuart Jackson ('89), a successful 30+ year career at Motorola Solutions still left one goal unfinished: gaining international leadership experience. Through Auburn’s Executive MBA program, he strengthened his business expertise, proved himself academically and positioned himself for new opportunities.

His story is a powerful reminder that it’s never too late to invest in your growth and pursue what’s next.

🔗 Read how the Auburn Executive MBA helped Stuart achieve a longtime career goal: https://harbert.auburn.edu/news/2026/06/from-dream-to-reality-alumnus-stuart-jackson.html

🎥: https://youtu.be/jPbbAgWNe7g?si=Jun9RNBX8yvp3tAK

06/22/2026

The application deadline for the Master of Science in Supply Chain Management is approaching. Applications for the Fall 2026 semester will be accepted through July 1 and tuition assistance opportunities remain available.

Take the next step toward leading in global logistics, operations, analytics and supply chain strategy.

👉 Apply today: https://lnkd.in/d-Ew5Zq

06/15/2026

Auburn alumnus, decorated Army veteran and nonprofit leader Dr. Gordon Sumner will return to Auburn University as the featured speaker for the university’s Summer Commencement ceremonies on August 8, 2026.

A proud Harbert College of Business graduate, Sumner earned his MBA from Auburn in 2006 and has since built a distinguished career rooted in service, leadership and impact.

We are honored to welcome him back to the Plains to inspire the next generation of Auburn graduates as they embark on their own journeys.

🔗 Read more: https://auburn.edu/academic/provost/commencement/speakers/summer/2026/

06/05/2026

As we continue celebrating 25 years of entrepreneurship education at the Harbert College of Business, we're also looking ahead to the future of innovation and venture creation.

In a recent episode of We Spoke, Entrepreneurship Professor Joshua Sahib shares his perspective on how artificial intelligence is transforming the entrepreneurial landscape and creating new opportunities for startups and innovators.

Tune in to hear his insights on innovation, entrepreneurship and preparing the next generation of business leaders for the AI age.

🎧 Listen to the episode:

Joshua Sahib is an entrepreneur, educator, and startup advocate dedicated to helping entrepreneurs turn ideas into sustainable businesses. As Managing Director of the Lowder Center for Family Business and Entrepreneurship at Auburn University Harbert College of Business, Joshua leads programs...

06/04/2026

Last month, the Harbert College of Business Young Alumni Council hosted its first-ever Tiger Talk at Good People Brewing Company in Birmingham.

Attendees had the opportunity to hear from Harbert alumnus Michael Sellers, founder of Good People Brewing, as he shared his entrepreneurial journey, lessons learned along the way and how his Auburn experience helped shape his path to success.

This was just the first of many Tiger Talks to come and we look forward to continuing to spotlight the experiences, expertise, and accomplishments of our Harbert alumni.

Are you an HCOB alumnus with a story to share? We'd love to hear from you. Drop a comment below or email [email protected] to learn more about speaking at a future Tiger Talk.

06/03/2026

🎉 Congratulations to the 2026–2027 Harbert College of Business Young Alumni Council Executive Committee!

Meet the Executive Committee:
Chair – Jay James
Vice Chair – Seamus Hill
Philanthropy Committee Chair – Jennifer Geeker
Events Committee Chair – Rhyan Ruf
Student Support Committee Chair – JR Halbert
Strategic Communications Chair – Rachel Anderson
Immediate Past Chair – Brandon Cummings

We’re excited to see the impact they’ll make in the year ahead! Learn more about the Harbert Young Alumni Council: https://harbert.auburn.edu/alumni/young-alumni.html

06/01/2026

Please join us in welcoming David Dobrzykowski as the new chair of the Department of Supply Chain Management at Auburn University's Harbert College of Business.

A highly regarded educator, researcher, former healthcare executive and industry expert, Dobrzykowski joins Auburn from the University of Arkansas Sam Walton College of Business, where he served as director of Healthcare Business Initiatives and senior director of the supply chain management doctoral program.

Among his goals, Dobrzykowski envisions enhancing the department’s Ph.D. program; developing additional courses at the intersection of AI, supply chains and operations; and expanding research initiatives in areas such as healthcare supply chains.

🔗 Read the full story to learn more about Dobrzykowski’s vision for the department and what lies ahead for Supply Chain Management at Harbert:
https://harbert.auburn.edu/news/2026/05/prominent-scholar-dobrzykowski-to-lead-supply-chain-management-department.html

05/27/2026

🎙️ The conversation continues with a powerful discussion featuring Jennifer Tarazon, Director of Multicultural Engagement at Mountain America Credit Union.

In the latest Harbert Podcast episode, Jennifer shares how meaningful outreach goes far beyond representation; it’s about building authentic relationships and truly understanding the communities you serve. Drawing from her experience developing programs for Spanish-speaking and multicultural communities, she reflects on the importance of cultural awareness, collaboration between entrepreneurial institutions and small businesses, and creating spaces where people feel seen and valued.

🔗 Listen to the full episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reaching-out-jennifer-tarazon/id1534033802?i=1000767978774

05/22/2026

Investing where it matters most.

For Auburn alumnus Bob Runkle ’77, supporting the next generation of business leaders is a personal commitment. Through the Barron’s Investing in Education Program, Runkle and The Runkle Group are helping bring real-world financial insights into Harbert College of Business classrooms, connecting students with timely market analysis, industry perspectives and experiential learning opportunities that prepare them for today’s evolving global economy.

🔗 Read more: https://harbert.auburn.edu/news/2026/05/investing-where-it-matters-most.html

05/21/2026

Professional athletes are preparing for success through a new collaboration with The Wi******er Institute for Real Estate Development

Developed through Auburn’s Harbert College of Business and the Auburn University College of Architecture, Design and Construction, the program equips professional athletes with the knowledge and tools to explore investments and career opportunities in real estate development through Auburn’s Certificate in Real Estate Development.

The program’s first class recently completed its 10-week curriculum, building a foundation for long-term success beyond their playing careers.

🔗 Read more about the innovative program and its growing impact: https://harbert.auburn.edu/news/2026/05/auburn-providing-nfl-players-an-education-in-real-estate.html