Ourso Alumni
Leaders in business and community.
The alumni network of the E. J. Ourso College of Business is a storied group of business leaders who have made and will continue to make a significant impact on the Louisiana, national, and broader global economy.
Since our establishment in 1928, the Ourso College has created a global community of alumni bonded by the knowledge, experience, and expertise they acquired in our classrooms. LSU business graduates join an elite network of Tigers who are change-makers making their mark on the business world.
51,000+
Network of living alumni
78
Countries strong - global network of Business Tigers
- as of Spring 2022
Ourso Alumni Making an Impact in the Business World
Hall of Distinction
The LSU E. J. Ourso College of Business has long been at the forefront of producing
leaders who make significant contributions to the areas of business, academia, government,
and the community at large. Since 1996, the college has honored individuals who have
a strong association with the college and have distinguished themselves through their
professional and civic achievements earning a place in the E. J. Ourso College of
Business Hall of Distinction.
I owe everything to my experience at LSU. And our impact across Louisiana is a direct result of the many Ourso graduates we have at our firm.
Nick Speyrer President, Emergent Method & 2021 Ourso Outstanding Young Alumni of the Year

ALUMNI NEWS
How Lauren Grant Mitchell (MBA '17) found success in the world of management consulting.
LSU announces the company rankings for the 12th annual LSU 100 and LSU ROARING 10. The LSU 100 celebrates the 100 fastest growing LSU graduate-owned or LSU graduate-led businesses in the world.
The American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) awarded William "Bill" Balhoff CPA/CFF, CGMA, with the 2022 AICPA Gold Medal Award of Distinction at the fall meeting of AICPA's governing council.
Share Your Story
E. J. Ourso College graduates are shaping the future of business in 78 countries worldwide. We are proud of our alumni and want to stay in touch and share your stories, advice, and reflections from your time at LSU.
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