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McCombs Made

McCombs Made

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 The McCombs School of Business at the University of Texas at Austin isn’t just one of the top business schools in the country. It’s a place where chances are taken, dreams are born, and boldness is celebrated. Perseverance, drive, and a welcoming sense of encouragement are at the center of Texas McCombs. To celebrate that spirit of ingenuity, the McCombs Made podcast features interviews with trailblazing McCombs alumni and friends, highlighting successes, reflecting on mistakes, and sharing advice for the next generation of world-changers. Career Success Economics
Episodes
  • Episode 21: Gilbert Aranza

    Episode 21: Gilbert Aranza
    Sep 4 2025

    Gilbert Aranza (BBA '74) is the President and CEO of Star Concessions, Ltd., which owns and operates food and beverage and retail concessions at airports, primarily Dallas Love Field and Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport.

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    1 hr and 21 mins
  • Episode 20: Chris Bake

    Episode 20: Chris Bake
    Jul 11 2025

    In this episode, host Miranda Bradley chats with Chris Bake, who retired in 2024 from his executive duties on the board of Vitol, a global energy and commodity trading company. Bake is also the founding donor of the Global Sustainability Leadership Institute at UT. He received his BBA in international business and marketing from McCombs in 1988.
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    35 mins
  • Episode 19: John Harkey

    Episode 19: John Harkey
    Jun 24 2025

    John Harkey, BBA '83, is the founder of JDH Investment Management, LLC and the Harkey Institute for Entrepreneurial Studies. Host Mahlah Freeman sat down with John to discuss building businesses with purpose, his journey from law to restaurants and the arts, and the value of saying "yes" to every opportunity.
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    30 mins
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