2025 News

Executives from e4health traveled to Brown University's School of Professional Studies for a custom executive education program centered on strategic planning and connection. During their three-day visit, participants engaged in interactive sessions with Brown faculty, developed a shared strategic vision for 2026 and strengthened collaboration across the leadership team.

A sudden flood turned Mudit Shukla’s routine drive home into a moment of crisis. Drawing on mindfulness practices he learned through Brown University’s School of Professional Studies, he found himself at a crossroads between fear and focus. In that moment, he discovered the true power of a mindful pause.

Professor of the Practice of Business Analytics, Andrew Banasiewicz, Ph.D., explains why even experienced leaders can be misled by instinct and why grounding decisions in evidence leads to better outcomes. He explores how an evidence-based approach helps leaders cut through bias, make clearer decisions and build more confident, informed organizations.

Executives from JSW traveled from India to Brown for a custom executive education program focused on leadership and collaboration. During their visit, participants joined interactive sessions led by Brown faculty, explored strategies for problem-solving and applied theory to real-world business challenges.

Patti Holland, assistant director of mindfulness teacher education at Brown’s School of Professional Studies, shares why mindfulness programs and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) training matter now more than ever.

With a distinguished career spanning corporate analytics, academic leadership and consultancy, Andrew Banasiewicz joins Brown’s School of Professional Studies as Professor of the Practice of Business Analytics.

Brown University’s new master’s in business analytics prepares professionals to advance their careers by transforming complex information into insights that drive decision making.

Finn’s appointment strengthens the School of Professional Studies’ role in leadership and executive learning.

A reflection from Assistant Director of Mindfulness Teacher Education, Patti Holland.

Jenna Henderson ’23 Sc.M. started her career as a civil engineer, but her drive to tackle complex challenges led her to Brown’s technology leadership program. Through real-world projects and a collaborative community, she developed the skills to help shape the future of public service.

The IE Brown EMBA moves into its next chapter, guided by new leadership and a continued commitment to excellence.

Michael Charlton's transition to leading AtlantiCare Health System highlights the power of continuous learning and resilience. Through Brown's healthcare leadership program, he gained the skills and mindset to navigate healthcare's challenges and drive impactful change.

What began as Rachel Jones’ personal journey to manage stress has evolved into a transformative effort to bring mindfulness to Missouri’s Department of Mental Health workforce. Through her leadership, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction is now reaching hundreds of state employees, helping to reduce burnout and improve well-being.

In this article, Mike Hutchins, Professor of the Practice at Brown argues that leaders should resist the urge to give advice and instead ask "What do you think?" to help others develop their own problem-solving capabilities. Hutchins contends that while advice feels efficient, it often makes people feel misunderstood and dependent, whereas asking questions creates space for genuine insight and builds confidence through self-discovery.

Colleen Thamm, Tyler Van Hook and Matt Ackerman leveraged their experience — and the support of Brown’s master’s in technology leadership program — to launch Kognitiv Edge, a startup modernizing training and operations for elite teams. The program’s leadership training, hands-on projects and strong network helped accelerate their company’s growth.

Since completing Brown’s master’s in healthcare leadership program, Dr. Maheen Mausoof Adamson ’22 Sc.M. is growing Soof Solutions, Inc., her cutting-edge company designed to give a voice to the voiceless. Her work bridges technology and patient care, showcasing the real-world impact of the program.

Feeling AI-overwhelmed? Discover how agile leadership, rooted in five key agilities, offers a powerful human counterpoint to not just use AI effectively, but to lead with it wisely.

Michelle Johnson Tidjani, a graduate of the IE Brown Executive MBA program, has been selected as the recipient of the School of Professional Studies Dean’s Distinguished Alumni Award, as part of the school's 10th Anniversary celebration. This prestigious award honors graduates who exemplify the school’s mission of transforming the way the world works for good through innovation, excellence and inclusion.

After surviving a stroke that forced her to leave her career, Laura Stoicescu struggled with fear and a lost sense of purpose. Through mindfulness, she learned to quiet her anxieties, embrace the present and redefine her identity beyond work. Now, she is training to teach Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, using her experience to help others find peace and resilience.

Madrid, 30 April 2025. The latest QS Executive MBA Rankings ranks the IE Brown Executive MBA, a unique joint-degree program between IE Business School and Brown University, 5th in the world. In addition, QS positions IE Business School’s Global Executive MBA as 13th in the world.

Let’s talk about something that gives most of us the ick—that strong, internal cringe that signals something’s off.

Blame—that knee-jerk, point-the-finger reaction when things don’t go as planned—is more than just an interpersonal nuisance; it’s a pervasive issue in many workplaces. A survey conducted with over 1,000 U.S. workers revealed that 61% of employees have been “thrown under the bus” by colleagues, highlighting the prevalence of blame-shifting behavior in organizational cultures.

As we celebrate 10 transformative years at Brown’s School of Professional Studies (SPS), we shine a light on the remarkable alumni, faculty and staff who have shaped our first decade and continue to help us go beyond, pushing boundaries and inspiring new possibilities.

Recognizing the urgent need to address stress and burnout, the University of Maine School of Nursing partnered with Brown University’s School of Professional Studies for a custom mindfulness-based program, equipping healthcare professionals with vital stress management and well-being tools.

In today’s fast-paced world, busyness has become a badge of honor. Endless meetings, overflowing inboxes and packed schedules are often seen as indicators of success. But there’s a significant difference between being busy and being truly productive and effective.

As we celebrate 10 transformative years at Brown’s School of Professional Studies (SPS), we shine a light on the remarkable alumni, faculty and staff who have shaped our first decade and continue to help us go beyond, pushing boundaries and inspiring new possibilities.

Take a look at the IE Brown Executive MBA Cape Town immersion experience through the students' lens, as the cohort works with township entrepreneurs and explores local culture, history and business challenges.

Leaders often take pride in being the glue that holds everything together. They solve problems, make key decisions, and ensure things run smoothly. But at what cost?

Over time, this leadership identity—built around control and personal responsibility—becomes a burden. Instead of empowering teams, leaders inadvertently create dependency, stifling initiative and innovation.

Research shows that leaders who over-identify with being the “go-to” person create bottlenecks, higher stress levels, and disengaged teams (Kegan & Lahey, 2016). Instead of fostering growth, they reinforce a cycle where they remain at the center of every decision.

This article explores the pitfalls of over-responsibility, why leaders struggle to let go, and how to shift toward a leadership identity that fosters growth and resilience.

What’s the real secret to AI success? We break down the two critical dimensions every CXO needs to consider: external innovation and internal efficiency.

High-stakes decisions are hard enough, but team transitions — with sudden departures and new hires — make them even harder. This article provides a strategic playbook for leaders navigating these challenges and building cohesive, productive teams.

As we celebrate 10 transformative years at Brown’s School of Professional Studies (SPS), we shine a light on the remarkable alumni, faculty and staff who have shaped our first decade and continue to help us go beyond, pushing boundaries and inspiring new possibilities.

Baba Prasad, Professor of the Practice of Leadership at Brown University, explores how DeepSeek’s unexpected rise is shaking up the AI industry. Prasad outlines a five-step agility playbook for AI companies to stay ahead in this rapidly changing landscape.

As we celebrate 10 transformative years at Brown’s School of Professional Studies (SPS), we shine a light on the remarkable alumni, faculty and staff who have shaped our first decade and continue to help us go beyond, pushing boundaries and inspiring new possibilities.