AACSB Initiative Reveals Five Inspiring Ways Business School Graduates are Changing the World

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The contributions of 30 such individuals were recognized today at AACSB's Annual Accreditation Conference in Minneapolis, Minnesota , USA as part of the 2016 AACSB Influential Leaders Challenge, which launched in 2015 to honor notable alumni for the inspiring examples they set, and their impact on society.

"The 2016 Influential Leaders illustrates how the impact of business schools goes beyond the boardroom and reaches lives in every part of the world," said Thomas R. Robinson , president and CEO of AACSB. "From around the world, these leaders are an exemplary force in driving positive impact on business and society by applying their leadership, knowledge, and skills to address some of society's toughest global challenges."

More than 15 industry sectors—from social enterprise to healthcare to technology—across 11 countries are present in this year's Influential Leaders class. While the leaders differ in their fields and paths to success, the challenge reveals commonalities in the way business school alumni positively impact society.

The five trends representing the contributions of this powerful group include:

For more information on the Influential Leaders Challenge, including a full list of honorees, visit www.aacsb.edu/Influential-Leaders.