David Belasco is an accomplished entrepreneur, educator, and attorney. During his career, he:• Started, built, and sold companies in environmental clean-up and manufacturing;• Created Taking the Leap, a popular course featuring discussions with entrepreneurs, thought leaders, and creative talent;• Received multiple Golden Apple Teaching Awards, the Peer Achievement Award for Faculty, USC-Mellon Mentoring Award, Dean's Service Award, and Greif Center Lead Blocker Award; and• Began as a lawyer at Latham & Watkins in Los Angeles. Dave is a graduate of USC and the University of Pennsylvania Law School, where he served as editor of The Law Review.
NEWS + EVENTS
USC Founders’ Brave Bracelets Help Students Have Fun and Stay Safe
USC Marshall alumnus Alec Petros and USC Viterbi student Kian Abrishami launch smart wristwear that keep partygoers connected.
Celebrating the Class of 2025: Student Speakers
The ceremony will take place on May 17 at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.
Jason Sudeikis Shares Insights With Pete Carroll’s ‘Game is Life’ Class
Ted Lasso and SNL star Jason Sudeikis visited Coach Pete Carroll’s undergraduate course to inspire students with lessons on confidence and perseverance.
Power, Players, and Platforms in Global Sports
USC Marshall and USC Annenberg unite for a new course that prepares students to be the next generation of sports industry innovators.
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