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Season 4, Episode 30
Will chats with guest host Brian Jackson '21 about his experience in our MAcc program, his pivot to strategy consulting and the importance of mentorship.
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Now a Bain & Company consultant and president-elect of the Rice Business Alumni Board, Will Eldridge '17 shares his experience in our master of accounting program, pivotal moments that shaped his path, challenges he overcame and how giving back through board service has been deeply rewarding.
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How do you take a business from bankruptcy to an $18 billion acquisition? Dan, CEO of SRS Distribution, shares the journey that led to Home Depot’s acquisition of SRS — one that turned many of his frontline employees into millionaires.
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