California Institute of Advanced Management

09/03/2026

CIAM is pleased to welcome Ryan P. Sullivan as our new Controller!

Ryan brings more than 25 years of experience in finance, business operations, and financial planning and analysis, including leadership roles at Caltech and The Claremont Colleges and experience with organizations such as Disney, MGM, Warner Bros., and Bank of America.

A UCLA graduate with an FP&A Certificate from the Wharton School, Ryan is also currently pursuing CIAM’s Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership.

We’re excited to welcome Ryan to the CIAM community and look forward to the expertise and perspective he brings to our team!

09/03/2026

Leadership isn’t defined by a title. It’s defined by the responsibility you take, the impact you make, and your ability to bring out the best in those around you.

At CIAM, we believe effective leadership starts with purpose and grows through action. How are you making an impact today?

09/01/2026

Leadership matters. In every role. At every level. In every organization.

Take it from our recent graduates—advancing their careers, shifting their mindsets, and becoming stronger, more purposeful leaders.

Ready for your next chapter?

Applications are open for CIAM’s MBA and MS in Data Analytics programs.

📅 Apply by December 11
🎓 Programs begin January 9

New year. New mindset. New possibilities. Lead what comes next.

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08/30/2026

CIAM’s CMO to Serve as Keynote Speaker at Armenia’s Largest Educational Fair.

🎓 We are excited to welcome Dr. Maria Cozette Akopian from the California Institute of Advanced Management to MIASIN EDUFAIR 2026!

✨ Join us and discover valuable insights from her experience and expertise.

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08/28/2026

Be part of a conversation that matters. This year’s annual symposium brings together distinguished scholars, business leaders, and experts to examine Governance and Shared Responsibility in Organizations and Society, and what these ideas mean for the way we lead today.

Gain fresh perspectives, connect with an engaged community, and leave with ideas you can carry into your own organization.

Admission is free and registration is required. Reserve your seat today mlari26.eventbrite.com

08/25/2026

CIAM leadership had the privilege of visiting Congressmember Judy Chu to share our mission of developing ethical, capable leaders prepared to serve their communities and make an impact locally, nationally, and beyond.

As an institution proudly located within Congressmember Chu’s district, CIAM is committed to serving the students, families, organizations, and communities of this district—and extending that impact far beyond our region.

Our conversation included recent changes to federal student loan limits and CIAM’s scholarship opportunities, with a shared commitment to expanding access to graduate education and preparing the next generation of leaders.

We are grateful for the opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue about higher education, leadership, and how CIAM can continue to serve.

Jack Paduntin

08/23/2026

Examine how leadership, accountability, and ethical decision-making intersect.

A thought-provoking premier gathering that brings together leading scholars and industry experts to explore this year’s timely theme: Governance and Shared Responsibility in Organizations and Society.

This year’s symposium will examine how leadership, accountability, and ethical decision-making intersect in today’s complex organizational landscape, with discussions spanning corporate governance, public sector leadership, AI and data ethics, and the evolving role of stakeholders. Through keynote presentations, panel discussions, and interactive dialogue, attendees will gain practical insights and fresh perspectives on how governance can be approached as a shared, human-centered responsibility.
Join us for a dynamic day of intellectual exchange, meaningful connection, and impactful ideas that will shape the future of leadership and organizational practice.

Tickets https://www.eventbrite.com/e/governance-and-shared-responsibility-in-organizations-and-society-tickets-1992274220825?aff=oddtdtcreator

08/21/2026

CIAM was proud to present a featured panel discussion at the 47th Annual CHCC Statewide Convention, themed Powering the Future. Hosted by our valued partner, the three-day event brought leaders together for development, networking, and meaningful dialogue.

Our panel, “Leading Forward: Modern Leadership Insights for Hispanic Chamber and Business Success,” featured CIAM President Dr. Jack Paduntin, Chief Marketing Officer Dr. Maria Cozette Akopian Distinguished Professor of Management Dr. Franco Gandolfi, and MA in Organizational Leadership alumna Citlalli Flores Zepeda, founder of Citlalli Brands and Solano Hispano.

We were especially proud to see our alumna Citlalli take the stage to share her leadership insights and be honored as the 2026 Pioneer Empresaria—a wonderful reflection of leadership, entrepreneurship, and community impact.

08/17/2026

Here are the highlights from CIAM’s 2026 Commencement Ceremony—a milestone celebration made even more meaningful as we commemorate our 15th anniversary.

This year marked our largest graduating class to date and, for the first time, graduates across three degree programs: the Master of Business Administration, Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership, and Master of Science in Data Analytics.

We are filled with the utmost gratitude to have shared in each student’s journey and hope they move forward with the courage to lead with purpose, integrity, and impact—as stewards of Peter Drucker’s enduring Management as a Liberal Art philosophy.

08/16/2026

That’s a wrap on another powerful year of our monthly Management as a Liberal Art Roundtable & Reading Group, led by Dr. Karen Linkletter. Our mornings began over breakfast with thoughtful roundtable discussions, followed by a deeper dive into the works of Peter Drucker through our monthly reading group.

Each session brought new revelations, meaningful perspectives, and engaging conversations—reminding us just how relevant Drucker’s ideas and the MLA philosophy remain in navigating today’s organizations, leadership, and society.