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Coming Home: Q&A With McCombs School of Business Dean Bradley R. Staats
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· July 20, 2026
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McCombs’ new dean on listening first, learning always and why he’s happy to be home. The post Coming Home: Q&A With McCombs School of Business Dean Bradley R. Staats appeared first on UT Austin News - The University of Texas at Austin .
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The arrival of Bradley R. Staats as the new dean of the McCombs School of Business brings a fresh perspective to the University of Texas at Austin. As a local institution, the McCombs School has a significant impact on the city's business community, with many of its graduates going on to work for or start companies in the Austin area. The school's emphasis on innovation and entrepreneurship aligns with the city's own reputation as a hub for startups and tech firms. With the city of Austin being surrounded by the greater Austin metro, the McCombs School's influence extends beyond the city limits, contributing to the region's economic growth and development. As Dean Staats settles into his new role, his approach to listening and learning will be closely watched by the local business community, which will be eager to see how his leadership shapes the school's relationships with area businesses and organizations.
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Published: July 20, 2026 ·
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