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Dunkin’ set to re-enter Canada with 100-Restaurant Plan

admin — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 18:33:39 +0000

Dunkin’ is set to make its Canadian comeback, with Montreal-based Foodtastic announcing plans for at least 100 restaurants over the next two years, beginning in Quebec and Ontario. However, nostalgia alone may not be enough to guarantee a successful return, according to Carl Boutet, a lecturer at ɬ�﷬’s Bensadoun School of Retail Management.

Why HR needs to reframe AI as a tool, not a threat

admin — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 18:37:22 +0000

As AI adoption accelerates across Canadian workplaces, employee anxiety is becoming a growing concern, with many workers worried automation could reshape or replace their roles. According to Jean-Nicolas Reyt, associate professor of organizational behaviour at ɬ�﷬’s Desautels Faculty of Management, HR leaders need to acknowledge those fears rather than dismiss them.

Human leadership remains essential as AI agents reshape work

admin — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 18:41:22 +0000

As companies experiment with agentic AI, some are using technology not just to support employees, but to stand in for managers. While AI agents may streamline workflows, organizations risk weakening the human connections that build loyalty and trust, according to Simon Blanchette, a faculty lecturer at ɬ�﷬ Desautels Faculty of Management.

MCCHE Precision Convergence Webinar Series with Andrew Maynard and Jeffrey Abbott

admin — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:12:53 +0000

What does it mean to be human in an age of AI?

by Andrew Maynard, Arizona State University, Jeffrey Abbott, Blitzscaling Ventures

MIF Lunch & Learn 30: Pivoting

admin — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 20:23:11 +0000

One word that comes up a lot in conversations with entrepreneurs is pivot. This refers to the common scenario where a major adjustment to the original plan needs to be made, and often very quickly.

MIF Lunch & Learn 29: Go-to-Market Strategy

admin — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 20:14:25 +0000

Go-to-Market strategy (or GTM as it is often referred) is another key step in the startup journey.

MIF Lunch & Learn 28: Pricing for Startups

admin — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 20:03:54 +0000

Almost every startup will eventually reach a point where it is ready to sell its product or service. But at what price? And how does the customer pay? Is it a monthly fee or one-time? What is included with the price?

PhD Research Proposal Presentation: Alireza Alavi

admin — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:54:36 +0000

MMF ranked top 5 in North America by Financial Times Masters in Finance pre-experience ranking

admin — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 11:32:22 +0000

The ɬ�﷬ Master of Management in Finance (MMF) has placed 43rd globally on the 2026 Financial Times (FT) (pre-experience) Masters in Finance rankings list—further solidifying Desautels' reputation as one of the world's leading business schools, delivering a high-calibre, innovative and interdisciplinary program.

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PhD Thesis Defense Presentation: Rania Afiouni

admin — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:19:11 +0000

Wellness event: Skills for managing exam anxiety

admin — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:38:17 +0000

Interested in learning how to cope more effectively with the stress and anxiety of exams? Join this workshop to acquire the skills to better manage exam anxiety and feel comfortable utilizing these skills when needed.

Airlines reassure travelers as jet fuel concerns ease

admin — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:17:05 +0000

Jet fuel shortage fears in Europe have eased sharply in recent weeks, and Karl Moore, Associate Professor at ɬ�﷬ Desautels, says the earlier alarm was not misplaced. Initial warnings pointed to potential supply disruptions tied to geopolitical tensions, creating real uncertainty for airlines and travellers alike.

Canada’s sovereign fund hinges on returns and costs

admin — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:19:23 +0000

Canada’s proposed sovereign fund is drawing scrutiny over its cost and potential returns, but Sebastien Betermier, Associate Professor of Finance at ɬ�﷬ Desautels, sees conditional upside. He argues the roughly $750 million annual interest burden is manageable if the fund is well structured and generates returns above borrowing costs.

Canada seeks investment edge in shifting global economy

admin — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:37:53 +0000

Canada is positioning itself as a more compelling destination for global capital, and Sebastien Betermier, Associate Professor of Finance at ɬ�﷬ Desautels, says the shift reflects both necessity and opportunity. As geopolitical tensions and U.S. trade pressures mount, Betermier argues Canada must attract more private investment, particularly in infrastructure and energy transition assets.

Why AI time savings aren’t translating into productivity gains

admin — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:35:55 +0000

As the Bank of Canada highlights AI’s promise to boost productivity, Simon Blanchette, a faculty lecturer at ɬ�﷬’s Desautels Faculty of Management, says Canada risks overestimating the impact of time savings alone.

Even as workplace efficiencies improve, he argues the real challenge lies in turning those gains into higher-value outcomes. “Today is the day that AI will be the least powerful in our lifetime,” he says, warning that organizations need to move faster.