Nominate Alumni Catalysts

The Alumni Catalysts award honors members of the GSB alumni community who work every day at building a legacy of impact — be part of this once-in-a-century moment and share the story of someone who inspires you

Alumni Catalysts

Change lives. Change organizations. Change the world.

As we mark 100 years of Stanford GSB, we’re not just celebrating our past — we are recognizing the changemakers shaping our future.

The Alumni Catalysts Award, jointly presented by Stanford GSB Alumni Association Board of Directors and the Office of External Relations, spotlights GSB alumni who embody our change lives, change organizations, and change the world tagline.

Peer-to-Peer Recognition

The Alumni Catalysts Award is a new GSB peer recognition program that spotlights alumni who’ve done ordinary things extraordinarily well.

Peers often see what others don’t — the dedication behind a meaningful initiative, the quiet leadership that shapes a team, or the persistence that sparks real change.

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Everyday Actions, Consequential Shifts

The Alumni Catalysts program celebrates alumni who have made significant contributions in three distinct areas.

Change lives

Alumni who have directly impacted individuals or communities in meaningful ways

Change organizations

Alumni who have driven innovation, transformation, or growth within organizations

Change the world

Alumni who have achieved a global impact through their actions or initiatives

Criteria and Award Details

Alumni Catalysts is a recognition program focused on living alumni, whose actions will contribute positively to the GSB’s second century. If you have a story about an alumnus who has passed, but whose legacy continues to inspire, please share it with us.

Nominations should consider the following guidelines.

Inspiration-Driven

Transformative Impact

The recognition will prioritize alumni who have made efforts to:

Change lives: Improving the well-being, opportunities, or circumstances of individuals or communities.
Change organizations: Implementing innovative practices, fostering cultural shifts, or driving significant improvements within their professional spheres.
Change the world: Contributing to global initiatives, addressing pressing societal issues, or making breakthroughs that have far-reaching implications.

Broad Spectrum of Achievements

Tangible Outcomes

Alignment with Mission

Ongoing Commitment

Timing and Eligibility

All GSB alumni are eligible to nominate other living alumni. Eligible programs include MBA, MSx/Sloan, PhD, or SEP. Nominations are open through June 15, 2025. The GSB Alumni Association Board will review and select the cohort of Alumni Catalysts over the summer.

We will honor the inaugural cohort of Alumni Catalysts at the All-Alumni Day and Centennial Celebration on October 10, 2025.

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Questions?

Email GSB Alumni Relations