In the latest episode of the Intersection Podcast, Nathan Heald and Sarah Gabriel, Scheller MBA alumni, discuss how partnerships between higher education, nonprofits, and employers are creating meaningful opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Their conversation highlights the Georgia Tech EXCEL Program and the importance of inclusive leadership in building pathways to employment and greater independence.

In this episode of the Impact x Intersection podcast, Prem Rupawala speaks with Lighthouse Village Board Chair Jeff Beech, B.S. Management ’87, about the vision and impact behind Lighthouse Village in Conyers, Georgia.

In this episode of the Impact x The Intersection Podcast, Joel Cowan (IM’58) reflects on his journey with servant leadership and the experiences that shaped his career. The conversation looks back on Cowan’s decades of service and the lasting impact of his leadership at Georgia Tech.

M.S. Major in Management students Kendra Garcia and Justin Turner discuss their experience in Scheller’s M.S. Major in Management program, a nine-month graduate program. They share insights on the classroom experience, the tight-knit cohort, and how the program is helping them prepare for their careers.

Anuj Mehrotra, dean of the Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business, joins The Intersection Podcast for a conversation with past and present faculty directors of the Ray C. Anderson Center for Sustainable Business. Beril Toktay and Andre Calmon talk to Dean Mehrotra about the Center’s impact and explore the future for sustainable business education at Georgia Tech.

In this episode of The Intersection Podcast, host Prem Rupawala sits down with some of the organizers of the 2026 Marketing Innovation Conference @ Scheller to explore what’s in store for the event, happening Friday, Feb. 27, from 1 to 6:30 p.m. at the Scheller College of Business. He speaks with two second-year Full-time MBA students — Marissa Williamson, president of the MBA Marketing Club, and Delaney Baro, vice president of communications of the MBA Marketing Club — and marketing Professor Timothy Halloran, a longtime faculty lead for the conference. Together, they dive into this year’s theme, Branded Together: How Consumer Collaboration Deepens Connection, and discuss why, in a year dominated by AI headlines, it felt essential to refocus on the human side of marketing. From the decline of brand loyalty among younger consumers to the rising importance of co-creation, authentic storytelling, and trust-building, the conversation explores the biggest shifts shaping the way brands and audiences interact today. They also share what attendees can expect at this year’s conference, including presenting companies, featured speakers, and the special addition of a Tech Talks Business panel hosted by Dean Anuj Mehrotra. Learn more, register, and purchase your tickets on the conference website: https://www.scheller.gatech.edu/events/2026/marketing-innovation-conference.html

In this episode of the Intersection Podcast, host Prem Rupawala sits down with Anuj Mehrotra, dean of the Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business, to reflect on his first two years of leadership and share his vision for the future of Scheller. Dean Mehrotra discusses stepping into the role at a pivotal moment for higher education, highlighting key decisions and moments that have shaped Scheller’s direction. He also reflects on how his initial priorities have evolved, the strength of the Scheller community, and shares some of the accomplishments he’s most proud of. The episode explores how business schools must continue to evolve in an increasingly complex and tech-driven world, and what it means to prepare leaders at the intersection of business, technology, and societal impact. He also offers insight into what makes Scheller students so special, pointing to the qualities he consistently sees across cohorts. A key focus of the episode is Scheller’s deep connection to Atlanta’s corporate and innovation ecosystem. Dean Mehrotra shares how these partnerships are expected to grow and play an even greater role in shaping student experiences and opportunities. He pulls back the curtain on Tech Talks Business, discussing how the series came to life and what listeners can expect from future iterations. The episode closes with personal leadership advice for students offering thoughtful guidance grounded in curiosity, adaptability, and purpose.

This special Veterans Day episode features two first-year Full-time MBA students: Nicholas Smith, a former U.S. Marine Corps infantry leader, and Joon Choi, who served in the Korean Army as a translator for the U.S. Army. They share their journey from military service to the corporate world, and ultimately to Scheller to pursue their MBA. Both reflect on how the shift from a command-driven environment in the military to a more collaborative one at Scheller has expanded their leadership styles. They discuss what leadership means to them, how their decision-making has evolved outside of uniform, and the new ways they’ve learned to lead. The conversation explores how their military backgrounds help them connect with classmates from diverse cultures and professional backgrounds, and how those same skills translate into teamwork and communication across industries. Choi and Smith also discuss how they will apply their values and leadership experiences to their post-MBA careers, encompassing adaptability, accountability, integrity, and service. To close, they offer thoughtful and encouraging advice to other military members considering an MBA. They reflect on navigating the transition, embracing new ways of learning, and leveraging their unique experiences to lead with impact beyond the military.

In this episode of The Intersection Podcast, host and Full-time MBA student Prem Rupawala sits down with three Executive MBA students: Darshil Dharia, Kevin Seveur, and Ayla Vagal. The discussion centers around their experiences returning to the classroom as seasoned professionals. Despite each bringing a wealth of experience to the table, all three emphasize how transformative it has been to learn not only from world-class professors but also from their peers in the cohort. They share what surprised them most about the program, the ways they’ve been able to immediately apply classroom insights into their careers, and how the diversity of backgrounds in the Executive MBA community has elevated their learning experience. The conversation also touches on the balancing act of managing demanding jobs, personal commitments, and an intensive program schedule. Dharia, Seveur, and Vagal discuss the strategies and support systems that have helped them succeed, and how the journey has already begun to shape their leadership aspirations. To close the episode, they each reflect on the advice they would give to someone considering an Executive MBA program. Their perspectives offer candid and thoughtful guidance for professionals weighing the decision, highlighting what it takes to thrive in the program while balancing the realities of work and life.

In this special follow-up episode of The Intersection Podcast, host and Full-time MBA student Prem Rupawala reconnects with three of his classmates, Angelica Martini, Leonardo Ribeiro, and Lauren Dasher, to hear how their summer internships at Citibank, Boston Consulting Group, and Delta Air Lines unfolded. Martini reflects on her summer as a U.S. client experience associate at Citibank in New York City, where she navigated a new city and industry, building a strong network while battling the challenges of imposter syndrome. Similarly, Ribeiro, who transitioned from an engineering background into consulting, opens up about the steep learning curve of his internship with BCG in Atlanta and how he developed the “consulting toolkit” to thrive in a client-facing environment. Dasher, a former elementary school teacher pivoting into business, shares her experience interning at Delta Air Lines as a commercial strategy intern, highlighting how she balanced authenticity with the demands of corporate leadership development. Together, they offer insightful reflections on the challenges they faced, the strategies they used to overcome them, and the lessons they’ll carry forward. They also share advice for incoming Full-time MBA students preparing for internship recruitment, from practical preparation to mindset shifts, and they emphasize the vital role the Scheller community played in their journeys.