"You've put in the hard work... congrats on your achievement! What happens next is up to you. With a dose of grit and a splash of humility, you have all the tools you need to succeed in uncertain times. Ultimately, it comes down to this: Work Hard. Be Kind. And welcome to the Rotman Alumni!"
- Jamie Stein, Taplytics (Morning MBA ’11)
"Dear Graduates of 2020,
Often what has the greatest impact on your future is what you could never predict. No-one expected the current environment when you set out on your Rotman experience. We assure you that the decision to attend Rotman, the training that you have received, the friends you have made and the degree you have earned will all assist you in meeting these new and also future challenges. Congratulations and best wishes."
- Richard Nesbitt (MBA '85) and Lucy Lawlor
"Despite graduating in uncertain times as our world strives to overcome this COVID-19 pandemic, you are entering the work world at a time when there will be a lot of change and new problems to solve. There is a great amount of opportunity in front of us all and your degree has prepared you well."
- Tammy Robinson-Simmons, Sunlife Financial (EMBA ’14)
"Congratulations! You have made it! You are now part of an amazing Alumni World. As you enter a disrupted world, be creative, outstanding, and use your education to help change the world for the better. Finally, you will measure your successes by your own criteria and not that of others."
- Sidney Amster, Investor, SVC (MBA ’82)
"Congrats all! As you become leaders in your organizations and your communities, remember: - Think big; take risks - It's ok to fail, but fail fast, learn lessons and improve - Have faith in your convictions; persist - Help each other; grow and share the pie. Rooting for all of you!"
- Kash Ahuja, Google (Evening MBA ’13)
"Think big to be big! In this trying time, adversity reveals character, and Romtanites are here to make the world better together!"
- Kai Ni, Salesforce (Evening MBA ’17)
"Congratulations Class of 2020!
I'm sure you feel the same sense of pride and accomplishment that I did upon graduation. As you move forward with your career, know that the investment you have made in yourself will pay dividends for many years to come. We count on you to lead in our new abnormal! "
- John Ostrander, IBM Canada (EMBA ’99)
"Congratulations at making it through, you should be proud of your hard work and dedication and I hope you all get the chance to celebrate in your own way. This is the end of one chapter and the beginning of another one, supported by all of the strength and resilience you've built along the way."
- Chelsea Omel, The Moment (MBA ’15)
"Dear Class of 2020,
Congratulations on finishing your MBA! I know current times are uncertain and stressful in many ways, but remember that you are not alone. You have the support of a whole community of Rotman alumni willing to help and lend a hand. Accept this challenge and best of luck!"
- Alonso Rion, Deloitte (MBA ’18)
"Congratulations Class of 2020!
You all persevered and conquered! The Rotman journey is a lifetime achievement with the lesson that we are solutions finders no matter the situation. Appreciate every moment and the people around you, the next part of your story is just beginning! A toast to you!"
- Neetika Chopra, Avenai (MBA ’19)