The Society for Advancement of Management proudly honored Dr. Susan S. Fiorito with the 2025 Phil Carroll Advancement of Management Award in Management Education during the SAM International Business Conference held at Florida State University on March 22, 2025.
This prestigious recognition celebrates Dr. Fiorito’s exceptional leadership, scholarly impact, and unwavering commitment to advancing entrepreneurship education. As Dean of the Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship at Florida State University, Dr. Fiorito has transformed academic programs, empowered students, and guided faculty through a period of innovation and growth. Her vision and dedication have made lasting contributions to both the university and the broader field of management education.
Dr. Fiorito’s influence spans decades of distinguished academic work. Her research, featured in top-tier journals such as the International Journal of Retail and Distribution Management, Journal of Retailing and Consumer Services, and Entrepreneurship: Theory and Practice, has addressed critical topics like retail technology, buyer behavior, and consumer customization. Her scholarship has shaped both theoretical discussions and practical approaches in management.
As an author of foundational textbooks, including Retail Buying: Practices and Policies in a Global Economy and Retail Buying: Better Purchasing and Inventory Control, Dr. Fiorito has bridged the gap between classroom learning and real-world application. These texts continue to serve as core resources in management and retail education programs across the country.
A three-time recipient of Florida State University’s Teaching Award, Dr. Fiorito is also recognized for her strong commitment to student learning and mentorship. Her classrooms are known for being engaging, rigorous, and supportive, which are all key traits of an exceptional educator.
Dr. Fiorito’s leadership also extends into professional service. She was the first female president of the American Collegiate Retailing Association and has served on the board of the Florida Retail Federation. In these roles, she has promoted collaboration, growth, and progress within the field. Her selection as a research fellow with the Jim Moran Institute for Global Entrepreneurship Faculty Fellows further demonstrates her lasting dedication to innovation in education.
SAM was honored to recognize Dr. Fiorito’s achievements with this award in front of colleagues, students, and fellow professionals. Her work continues to shape the future of management education and serves as a powerful example of academic leadership and excellence.
We extend our sincere congratulations to Dr. Fiorito on this well-earned recognition and thank her for the significant impact she continues to make within the SAM community and beyond.