The Vines of Mendoza

By Scott Weiss

Situation & Opportunity Since 2004, The Vines of Mendoza has fulfilled the dream of wine lovers from around the world eager to own their own vineyard and craft personalized world-class wine. Starting off by establishing the first tasting room in South America, then establishing a winery, The Vines of Mendoza has since sold Private Vineyards… Continue reading The Vines of Mendoza

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JCPenney

By Scott Weiss

Situation & Challenge After decades as one of America’s leading retailers, JCPenney found itself struggling to cope with industry changes and, in 2011, hired Ron Johnson as CEO. While over decades, the retail industry had morphed into a category known for gimmicks, door buster sales, and hype, Johnson, dubbed a “retail revolutionary” by Forbes for his transformation… Continue reading JCPenney

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Situation & Opportunity While consumers typically think about medical treatment and procedures by physicians when considering healthcare, evidence-based studies have proven that complementary non-medical services play a significant role in enhancing the overall healthcare experience for patients as well as their families, friends, and loved ones who support them. Under the leadership of one of… Continue reading Stanford Hospital Guest Services

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San Francisco Symphony

By Scott Weiss

Situation & Opportunity With the goal of exposing younger audiences to one of the world’s greatest symphony orchestras, The San Francisco Symphony’s auxiliary created Symphonix in 1991. The group raises money to support the Symphony by attracting corporate sponsors, hosting high-profile social events, as well as selling group performance packages to its members. Other major… Continue reading San Francisco Symphony

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Situation & Opportunity A little over 50 years ago, on land once lush with apricot orchards, a new partnership between Stanford and the pioneering companies of the Silicon Valley was cultivated. The fruits of that partnership shaped the future of technology, altering the course of the world as we know it. Half a century later,… Continue reading Stanford Hospital Corporate Partners

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