Action-Based Learning Projects:
MAP & Consulting Studio
Traverse City, MI
Traverse City, MI
2024
Full-Time MBA MAP
Market Analysis and Assessment
Develop an integrated brand marketing and storytelling strategy that supports the growth of Commongrounds' community of tenant-businesses and maximizes common area and amenity utilization and activation throughout the building.
Faculty Advisors
Auburn Hills, MI
Auburn Hills, MI
2023
Executive MBA MAP
Supply Chain Optimization
Develop a strategy for Vehicle to Grid (V2G Bi-directional Charging) that includes the competitive landscape, risk analysis, customer journey map, and a business plan that identifies the return on investment for consumer and OEM.
Faculty Advisors
Chicago, Atlanta, IL, GA, USA
Chicago, Atlanta, IL, GA, USA
2023
Weekend MBA MAP
Operations Enhancements
The project will evaluate leveraging the CRH Microsoft Dynamics platform to integrate our Anesthesia business unit, recruiting and HR functions to drive efficiencies via the MS dynamics tool set (process automation, power BI, etc.). The deliverable will evaluate the scope and resources necessary to deliver a cost benefit analysis to determine whether to proceed
Faculty Advisors
Auburn Hills, MI
Auburn Hills, MI
2024
MSCM Consulting Studio
Supply Chain Optimization
Supply Chain Risk Assessment System/Dashboard: using existing tools and subscriptions, work with IT business function to map out supply chain risk key risk indicators to create not only visibility into risks but also the ability to track roadmaps and action plans.
Faculty Advisors
Ann Arbor, MI
Ann Arbor, MI
2024
Online MBA
Financial Analysis and Planning
Evaluate alternative revenue sources and models in order to enhance the revenue mix of a top public university Art & Design program, to reduce reliance on undergraduate tuition revenue.
Faculty Advisors
Auburn Hills, MI
Auburn Hills, MI
2024
MSCM Consulting Studio
Strategic Roadmapping
Formulate a clear Scope3 Roadmap by commodity in supply chain, migrating from spend-base emission calculation to a more granular methodology (e.g., “cradle-to-gate” emission factor from suppliers and/or industry averages), to support long-term sourcing strategy.
Faculty Advisors
Fenton, MI
Fenton, MI
2025
Full-Time MBA MAP
Market Analysis and Assessment
Formulate a strategy for Niles Enterprises strategic acquisition and partnership opportunities. Identify target businesses that fit within the Niles strategy, culture and target geographic areas of expansion to begin conversations around strategic acquisitions.
Faculty Advisors
San Diego, Calif.
San Diego, Calif.
2015
Global MBA MAP
Trinion Logistics called on a MAP team to assess its potential to diversify. The team conducted interviews, analyzed industry reports, and researched current businesses to identify strategies and techniques in support of an implementation plan. At the conclusion of the project, Trinion’s key executives, including a Ross alum, traveled to Michigan Ross to review project findings and discuss implementation.