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Keith Hmieleski, professor of entrepreneurship and innovation at the TCU Neeley School of Business, has been named the inaugural Gutierrez Endowed Professor in Entrepreneurship and Innovation, building on two decades of influential research, teaching and leadership in entrepreneurship education.

Mauricio “Mo” Rodriguez, professor of finance and real estate at the TCU Neeley School of Business, has been named the inaugural J. Luther King Jr. Endowed Chair in Finance, building on more than three decades of research, teaching and academic leadership at TCU.

Tyson Browning, professor of operations management at the TCU Neeley School of Business, has been named the Cox Family Endowed Chair. His internationally recognized research and industry experience focus on managing complex projects, product development, systems engineering, process improvement and risk management.

Updates across artificial intelligence, leadership development, executive engagement, community partnerships and graduate programs strengthen student-centered priorities and industry connection at Neeley.

The Neeley School of Business rises to No. 23 globally and No. 2 in Texas in the 2026 Poets&Quants ranking of the World’s Best MBA Programs for Entrepreneurship, reflecting the school’s deep commitment to entrepreneurship, innovation and hands-on experience to elevate student learning.

Launching March 2026, the immersive five-day program blends hands-on learning, executive insight and real-world strategy to help leaders thrive in an era of transformation.

The Full-time MBA program advanced seven positions nationally to the Top 30, affirming its consistent strength in student outcomes, particularly earning high marks for Learning and Networking.

A long-standing TCU Neeley School of Business faculty member and renowned expert on entrepreneurship and firm strategy, Bruton has advanced global business research, guided hundreds of students abroad, and published more than 150 scholarly articles.

Two new Executive-in-Residence bring their industry expertise to the classroom. Monte Dobson, retired senior leader at ExxonMobil, is the Mitchell Family Endowed Executive-in-Residency in Energy, and Michael Browning, founder and CEO of Unleashed Brands, will integrate his extensive franchising experience.

Recent leadership changes at Neeley support the school's strategic plan for growth and excellence. Earlier this month, David Allen transitioned into a new role as senior associate dean for community engagement, and Bill Wempe was appointed as associate dean for graduate programs.