Darden University of Virginia (USA)
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Bryanboy (A)
Belmi, Peter; Yemen, GerryCase DARDEN-OB-1095-ELeadership and People ManagementWho doesn’t want the ability to wield influence, and build or possess some sort of power? This case describes the ascent of a blogger at the top of the list of the most influential luxury fashion writers worldwide. He had made his way to front-row seats at fashion events, created a signature pose, garnered the attention of those who mattered in the high-end fashion business, lived lavishly, and was deemed a de facto representative of the Philippi...Starting at €8.20
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SunTrust Acquisition of National Commerce
Allayannis, George (Yiorgos); Shapiro, AndrewCase DARDEN-F-1554-EFinanceThis case presents an interesting acquisition opportunity that SunTrust considered in 2004: National Commerce Financial, a large commercial bank, based in Memphis, Tennessee, with a strong footprint in North and South Carolina. The case shows how capital ratios are often a key component in the bank-merger process, and it allows for the evaluation of whether Phil Humann (SunTrust’s CEO) could justify a multi-billion-dollar acquisition that had the...Starting at €8.20
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Bank Capital Structure: A Primer
Allayannis, George (Yiorgos); Shapiro, AndrewTechnical Note DARDEN-F-1555-EFinanceThis technical note accompanies the case titled "SunTrust Acquisition of National Commerce" (UVA-F-1554) and describes the various capital ratios that are commonly used in the banking sector as well as gives an example of those ratios using a hypothetical bank. It also discusses briefly Basel I and Basel II which shaped capital regulations and ratios in the Banking sector.Starting at €8.20
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Leading with Vulnerability
Belmi, Peter; Thomas-Hunt, Melissa C.Exercise DARDEN-OB-1398Leadership and People ManagementThis exercise helps students practice bringing vulnerability, compassion, and curiosity to a discussion. Over two rounds, groups of students are asked to both answer questions about themselves and listen as others answer, sharing in an environment of confidentiality and care.Starting at €8.20
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SunTrust Acquisition of National Commerce - Teaching Note
Allayannis, George (Yiorgos); Shapiro, AndrewTeaching Note DARDEN-F-1554TN-EFinanceTeaching note for product F-1554Starting at €0.00
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Acting and Speaking with Power: Oliver North and Donald Kennedy - Teaching Note
Belmi, Peter; Yemen, GerryTeaching Note DARDEN-OB-1337TN-ELeadership and People ManagementTeaching Note for product OB-1337Starting at €0.00
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Steve Maiden (C): A Hedge Fund Manager Writes a New Life
Adams, Gabrielle; Belmi, Peter; Sesia, AldoCase DARDEN-OB-1439-ELeadership and People ManagementIn mid-2008, hedge fund manager Steve Maiden was riding high. The self-assured Maiden had launched his own fund in late 2006 and it was substantially outperforming the market. Investors wanted in, and Maiden's personal wealth exceeded even his own lofty expectations. But then things began to fall apart. The global financial crisis hit and several of Maiden's large investments were imploding. His efforts to capture some value hinged on reaching an...Starting at €5.74
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Steve Maiden (A), (B), and (C) -Teaching note
Adams, Gabrielle; Belmi, Peter; Sesia, AldoTeaching Note DARDEN-OB-1437TN-ELeadership and People ManagementTeaching note for the product OB-1437Starting at €0.00
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David Smith: Garden Birch Children’s Hospital Center
Belmi, Peter; Yemen, GerryCase DARDEN-OB-1414-ELeadership and People ManagementThis case uses the context of a teaching hospital, Garden Birch Children’s Hospital Center, to surface the tension that results when a leader exhibits excellent task performance and problematic people performance. The decision-maker, Chief Medical Officer Isla Garamond, is on the hiring committee conducting an international search for a chair of the division of Pediatric General, Thoracic, and Fetal Surgery. She is expected to weigh in today abou...Starting at €8.20
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Steve Maiden (A): A Hedge Fund Manager's Fall from Grace
Adams, Gabrielle; Belmi, Peter; Sesia, AldoCase DARDEN-OB-1437-ELeadership and People ManagementIn mid-2008, hedge fund manager Steve Maiden was riding high. The self-assured Maiden had launched his own fund in late 2006 and it was substantially outperforming the market. Investors wanted in, and Maiden's personal wealth exceeded even his own lofty expectations. But then things began to fall apart. The global financial crisis hit and several of Maiden's large investments were imploding. His efforts to capture some value hinged on reaching an...Starting at €8.20