The Intersection Podcast

Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business
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At Georgia Tech’s Scheller College of Business, we cultivate innovators who aren't afraid to challenge conventional wisdom and create opportunities in a complex business world. Join us as we talk with Scheller students and alumni, faculty, and other experts to gain insights into what it means to lead innovation in a tech-driven world. Topics range from personal stories and career insights to cutting-edge faculty research and current trends in tech and business.

  1. Dean Anuj Mehrotra Celebrates Two Years at Scheller

    JAN 15

    Dean Anuj Mehrotra Celebrates Two Years at Scheller

    In this episode of the Intersection Podcast, host Prem Rupawala sits down with Anuj Mehrotra, dean of the Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business, to reflect on his first two years of leadership and share his vision for the future of Scheller. Dean Mehrotra discusses stepping into the role at a pivotal moment for higher education, highlighting key decisions and moments that have shaped Scheller’s direction. He also reflects on how his initial priorities have evolved, the strength of the Scheller community, and shares some of the accomplishments he’s most proud of. The episode explores how business schools must continue to evolve in an increasingly complex and tech-driven world, and what it means to prepare leaders at the intersection of business, technology, and societal impact. He also offers insight into what makes Scheller students so special, pointing to the qualities he consistently sees across cohorts. A key focus of the episode is Scheller’s deep connection to Atlanta’s corporate and innovation ecosystem. Dean Mehrotra shares how these partnerships are expected to grow and play an even greater role in shaping student experiences and opportunities. He pulls back the curtain on Tech Talks Business, discussing how the series came to life and what listeners can expect from future iterations. The episode closes with personal leadership advice for students offering thoughtful guidance grounded in curiosity, adaptability, and purpose.

    23 min
  2. Veterans Navigating the MBA Experience

    11/10/2025

    Veterans Navigating the MBA Experience

    This special Veterans Day episode features two first-year Full-time MBA students: Nicholas Smith, a former U.S. Marine Corps infantry leader, and Joon Choi, who served in the Korean Army as a translator for the U.S. Army. They share their journey from military service to the corporate world, and ultimately to Scheller to pursue their MBA. Both reflect on how the shift from a command-driven environment in the military to a more collaborative one at Scheller has expanded their leadership styles. They discuss what leadership means to them, how their decision-making has evolved outside of uniform, and the new ways they’ve learned to lead. The conversation explores how their military backgrounds help them connect with classmates from diverse cultures and professional backgrounds, and how those same skills translate into teamwork and communication across industries. Choi and Smith also discuss how they will apply their values and leadership experiences to their post-MBA careers, encompassing adaptability, accountability, integrity, and service. To close, they offer thoughtful and encouraging advice to other military members considering an MBA. They reflect on navigating the transition, embracing new ways of learning, and leveraging their unique experiences to lead with impact beyond the military.

    25 min
  3. Inside the Executive MBA Experience

    10/30/2025

    Inside the Executive MBA Experience

    In this episode of The Intersection Podcast, host and Full-time MBA student Prem Rupawala sits down with three Executive MBA students: Darshil Dharia, Kevin Seveur, and Ayla Vagal. The discussion centers around their experiences returning to the classroom as seasoned professionals. Despite each bringing a wealth of experience to the table, all three emphasize how transformative it has been to learn not only from world-class professors but also from their peers in the cohort. They share what surprised them most about the program, the ways they’ve been able to immediately apply classroom insights into their careers, and how the diversity of backgrounds in the Executive MBA community has elevated their learning experience. The conversation also touches on the balancing act of managing demanding jobs, personal commitments, and an intensive program schedule. Dharia, Seveur, and Vagal discuss the strategies and support systems that have helped them succeed, and how the journey has already begun to shape their leadership aspirations. To close the episode, they each reflect on the advice they would give to someone considering an Executive MBA program. Their perspectives offer candid and thoughtful guidance for professionals weighing the decision, highlighting what it takes to thrive in the program while balancing the realities of work and life.

    27 min
  4. MBA Students Reflect on Internships at Citibank, BCG, and Delta

    10/02/2025

    MBA Students Reflect on Internships at Citibank, BCG, and Delta

    In this special follow-up episode of The Intersection Podcast, host and Full-time MBA student Prem Rupawala reconnects with three of his classmates, Angelica Martini, Leonardo Ribeiro, and Lauren Dasher, to hear how their summer internships at Citibank, Boston Consulting Group, and Delta Air Lines unfolded. Martini reflects on her summer as a U.S. client experience associate at Citibank in New York City, where she navigated a new city and industry, building a strong network while battling the challenges of imposter syndrome. Similarly, Ribeiro, who transitioned from an engineering background into consulting, opens up about the steep learning curve of his internship with BCG in Atlanta and how he developed the “consulting toolkit” to thrive in a client-facing environment. Dasher, a former elementary school teacher pivoting into business, shares her experience interning at Delta Air Lines as a commercial strategy intern, highlighting how she balanced authenticity with the demands of corporate leadership development. Together, they offer insightful reflections on the challenges they faced, the strategies they used to overcome them, and the lessons they’ll carry forward. They also share advice for incoming Full-time MBA students preparing for internship recruitment, from practical preparation to mindset shifts, and they emphasize the vital role the Scheller community played in their journeys.

    28 min
  5. How Three MBA Students Secured Internships at BCG, Citibank, and Delta

    07/24/2025

    How Three MBA Students Secured Internships at BCG, Citibank, and Delta

    In this episode of The Intersection Podcast, host and Full-time MBA student Prem Rupawala talks with three fellow MBA students: Angelica Martini, Leonardo Ribeiro, and Lauren Dasher about their recruitment journey to securing summer internships at Citibank, Boston Consulting Group, and Delta Air Lines. Martini’s internship recruitment preparation began before classes even started, thanks to her involvement with the Forté Foundation. While at the Forté Conference, she networked with companies early and met her future internship employer. She’s spending her summer as a U.S. personal banking associate at Citibank in New York. Ribeiro entered the MBA program as an engineer. He initially wanted to transition into a research and development role. However, after networking more and attending info sessions, he decided consulting was the path for him. He secured a management consulting internship at BCG in Atlanta. Dasher, formerly a teacher pivoting into business, was interested in leadership development and had a targeted approach to her recruitment journey. She prioritized authenticity and alignment over volume, and her efforts paid off. She’s interning at Delta as a commercial customer strategy intern. Tune into the episode to learn more about each student’s unique recruitment journey, the challenges they faced, advice for students, and how the Scheller community supported them along the way.

    26 min
  6. How Women at Scheller Lead and Build Community

    06/17/2025

    How Women at Scheller Lead and Build Community

    In this episode of The Intersection Podcast, host and Full-time MBA student Analisa Wade sits down with Brin McFall, a first-year Full-time MBA student, and Chasten McCrary, a third-year Evening MBA student, to explore their experiences at the Scheller College of Business. McFall and McCrary share their perspectives on being women at Scheller, emphasizing the inclusive atmosphere and the various ways the programs empower women students to thrive academically and professionally. McFall talks about her experience balancing family life with her studies and how it inspired her to create "The Beekeepers," a new community for Scheller parents. The Beekeepers initiative showcases how students are encouraged to address needs they identify within the program. McCrary, who brings a unique dual perspective as an Evening MBA student and a Georgia Tech employee, discusses how her experiences in both roles complement each other. She shares insights on leveraging her background in student admissions as a student ambassador, where she now encourages prospective students to pursue their MBA dreams at Scheller. Her story illustrates the program's commitment to fostering leadership and giving back to the community. Tune into the episode to learn more about the women's experience in MBA programs, work-life balance, and how to make the most of your MBA journey.

    31 min
  7. Host Analisa Wade Reflects on Her Scheller MBA Experience

    06/04/2025

    Host Analisa Wade Reflects on Her Scheller MBA Experience

    Every end is a beautiful new beginning. In this episode of The Intersection Podcast, Analisa Wade retires her hosting mic and talks with Prem Rupawala, incoming second-year MBA student and the new host of The Intersection Podcast, about her experience in the Full-time MBA program. Wade describes her journey to Scheller an unconventional one. After graduating from Spelman College, she began her career in product development at Macy's. She then worked in business development and marketing for law firm Kirkland & Ellis before starting her marketing agency, which she ran for four years. All that experience culminated in her pursuing her MBA at Scheller in 2023. From the moment Wade stepped on campus, she has been a pillar in the Scheller community. She was one of the founding members of the inaugural TechForward MBA conference, president of the Tech Club, an MBA ambassador, and a CHARGE fellow. Listen to the episode to learn how she balanced it all, stepped outside her comfort zone to grow, leveraged the support of the Scheller community, and navigated her MBA recruitment journey to land a role at Microsoft.

    19 min
  8. Georgia Works

    05/29/2025

    Georgia Works

    In this episode of the Impact x Intersection podcast, Analisa Wade, MBA ’25, sits down with Georgia Works CEO Darlene Schultz to discuss how the organization changes lives. This episode offers listeners an in-depth look at Georgia Works through Darlene’s perspective, highlighting the importance of adaptable leadership, the organization’s structured approach, and its unique definition of success. Schultz begins by sharing her personal view on leadership and how she’s evolved her style to meet the specific needs of Georgia Works, which was founded in 2013 to help men rebuild their lives through workforce development and support. The episode also delves into the organization's problem-solving strategies. A few years ago, the Georgia Works team noticed that, while many of their program graduates were experiencing great progress, they were still struggling to find stable housing. To address this, the organization merged with another nonprofit—originally founded as The Housing Tonight, Inc. (HIT)—to expand its mission and offer comprehensive support services that help individuals secure long-term housing. What sets Georgia Works apart, Schultz explains, is its departure from the widely adopted "housing first" model. While acknowledging this approach can be effective, she emphasizes that Georgia Works tackles the root causes of homelessness—such as addiction and mental illness—through its workforce development program. “We want to address these issues [addiction, mental illness] alongside providing housing,” says Schultz. “By confronting them head-on, these men have a better chance of not returning to prison, jail, or homelessness.” Tune in to the episode to learn more about how Georgia Works is empowering men and supporting the Atlanta community through its transformative workforce development initiatives.

    24 min
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At Georgia Tech’s Scheller College of Business, we cultivate innovators who aren't afraid to challenge conventional wisdom and create opportunities in a complex business world. Join us as we talk with Scheller students and alumni, faculty, and other experts to gain insights into what it means to lead innovation in a tech-driven world. Topics range from personal stories and career insights to cutting-edge faculty research and current trends in tech and business.

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    Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
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