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February 2009

Thriving in Tumultuous Times: WorkSmart adds new customers, boosts revenue in faltering economy
While the economy as a whole lost its footing in the fourth quarter of 2008, IT management and outsourcing firm WorkSmart logged one of its best quarters ever, in terms of revenue and bringing in new customers.

Kenan-Flagler sees an uptick in student-initiated community service projects
For an increasing number of MBA students at Kenan-Flagler, the core value of “community” means carving out a legacy that includes a commitment to service programs.

Alumni Profile: Jonathan Lipsitz' winning personal brand
Turnaround guy Jonathan Lipsitz (BSBA 1988) uses lessons from Kenan-Flagler on redirecting companies to help steer the University of Kentucky's women's soccer team to the win column.

Alumni Notes
Cherie Blair, Human Rights Lawyer and wife of former British Prime Minister Tony Blair, spoke to an overflow crowd of more than 650 at the annual Weatherspoon Lecture on Jan. 26.

John Worth's Career Corner: Your accomplishments are impressive, but how will you add value in this job?
John Worth provides advice on how to best outline your past accomplishments to prove you can add value to a potential new employer.

Nobel Peace Prize winner speaks to packed house at Kenan-Flagler
Muhammad Yunus, winner of the 2006 Nobel Peace Prize, urged Kenan-Flagler students to consider the notion of a "social business" with a goal toward helping others as opposed to focusing on profit.

Kenan-Flagler professor advises President Obama on consumer safety agency
Bob Adler, a Kenan-Flagler professor, joined Obama’s transition team in October 2008, and after the election he was one of two people asked to review the Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Guest Column: How to avoid sounding stiff or scripted during interviews
Here's some advice for breaking free of standard scripts and formulas in job interviews to allow your passion and personality to shine through.

Nike's McCracken details his corporate social responsibility efforts
Sam McCracken, Nike's GM of Native American Business, spoke at Kenan-Flagler about his efforts to forge closer ties between Native Americans and the shoe company.

New executive development program aims to help companies benefit from green practices
A new seminar from UNC Kenan-Flagler’s Executive Development Program can help your company benefit from green strategies. The course shares ways that sustainable practices can help you grow profits.

Kenan-Flagler professor honored for service
The UNC General Alumni Association has awarded UNC Kenan-Flagler professor James Johnson Jr. its Faculty Service Award.

American Marketing Association honors UNC’s Valarie Zeithaml
The American Marketing Association (AMA) will give its highest honor for a marketing educator to Kenan-Flagler's Valarie A. Zeithaml.