In this Q&A, Joseph Coulombre (PTMBA '25) shares his founder’s journey and how Darden’s Part-Time MBA served his vision for the next big step in his career.
Topic
Entrepreneurship
Economic and social advancement require leaders who embrace an entrepreneurial outlook and a commitment to innovation. Darden thought leadership emphasizes that an entrepreneurial mindset is about more than starting a new business venture; it encompasses the opportunity-seizing and action-oriented behaviors essential for sustained growth in organizations of all sizes.
On 4 August, the University of Virginia’s newest business founders took the stage inside the historic Rotunda to pitch their ventures at the i.Lab Demo Night.
From 3,000 Tanzania photos to thriving business: how Caroline Jean Gray turned passion into purpose before earning her EMBA.
Now, the UVA MD/MBA student is working with two University of Virginia Darden School of Business classmates to build OrchardOps, a software platform aimed at helping surgical and procedural facilities run more efficiently.
As artificial intelligence disrupts many industries, MBA students and alumni are increasingly betting on “boring” businesses such as HVAC, plumbing and electrical companies that keep the economy running. Darden Professor Les Alexander explains why.
When Malorie Black (Class of 2027) realized how much nonprofits were constrained by outdated and clunky tech, she founded GoGood, a software platform designed to simplify volunteer management for nonprofits while making it easier and more rewarding for volunteers to get involved.
Heading back to Charlottesville this summer? Explore Darden-connected coffee shops, restaurants, wineries, activities and places to stay curated from alumni recommendations.
