Communication
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Build Partnerships and Shape the Future: Join the Institutional Advancement Committee
The growth and success of the Society for Advancement of Management depend on strong relationships and strategic partnerships. The Institutional Advancement Committee plays a key role in cultivating these connections, ensuring that SAM has the resources and collaborations it needs to thrive. If you have a talent for building relationships, seeking new opportunities, and championing our mission, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.
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Share Ideas, Inspire Leaders, and Advance Knowledge: Join the Knowledge and Publications Committee
If you are passionate about ideas, research, and the power of knowledge to shape the future of management, the Knowledge and Publications Committee offers an exciting opportunity to make an impact. This committee is at the heart of SAM’s mission to provide thought leadership, share best practices, and foster innovation among professionals, educators, and students in the management field.
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Help Shape SAM’s Future: Join the Membership and Marketing Committee
If you have a passion for connecting people, growing networks, and spreading the word about the value of professional engagement, the Membership and Marketing Committee could be your perfect place to serve. This committee plays a critical role in ensuring that the Society for Advancement of Management (SAM) continues to thrive by attracting new members, supporting current members, and creating opportunities for meaningful involvement.
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Building Better Conversations: How to Elevate Research as a Conference Discussant
Contributing as a discussant at an academic conference can be one of the most rewarding and sometimes most intimidating roles you will undertake. Whether you are a graduate student stepping into your first session or an early career scholar looking to refine your approach, knowing how to prepare, provide candid yet supportive feedback, and engage attendees in genuine dialogue can transform your impact on the research community.
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Honor the Legacy and Empower the Future.
The Society for Advancement of Management (SAM) is proud to open nominations for the 2025 Awards Season, a celebration of leadership, ethics, innovation, and social impact that reflects more than a century of excellence. This year’s awards program brings something new and significant. For over 100 years, our society’s International Awards Program has recognized the trailblazers and thought leaders who have shaped the management profession. From the prestigious Taylor Key to the influential Human Relations Award, these honors acknowledge individuals who transform theory into lasting influence.
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Investing in Tomorrow’s Leaders: Introducing the Pillars of Progress Monthly Support Program
At the Society for Advancement of Management (SAM), our mission has always been rooted in developing ethical, forward-thinking leaders who are ready to meet the challenges of a changing world. […]
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Leading with Liberty: What Independence Day Teaches Us About Great Management
Discover five inspiring management lessons drawn from the spirit of Independence Day. Learn how empowerment, vision, collaboration, resilience, and recognition can transform your team’s performance.
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Why “Managing Healthy Organizations” Sets the Stage for SAM 2026
Our 2026 theme, Advancing Management: Managing Healthy Organizations, focuses on how managers, educators, and students can help create work environments that balance accountability, clarity, and well-being. From operations to culture, leadership to learning, we’re inviting a wide range of voices to explore how organizations stay resilient, responsive, and people-focused.
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President Hank Johnson’s Inaugural Message
Dear SAM Members, I am humbled and honored to address you for the first time as President of the Society for the Advancement of Management (SAM). It is with immense gratitude that […]
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SAM Spotlight: Shelby Perry Recognized as a Business Woman to Watch
At the Society for Advancement of Management, we take pride in celebrating members who go beyond expectations to lead with impact, purpose, and heart. That’s why we’re thrilled to share that Shelby Perry, adjunct professor at the New England Institute of Technology and an active SAM member, has been recognized by Providence Business News (PBN) as part of its 2025 Business Women Awards.
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SAM Board Re-Elects Ally Dolan to Leadership Post
The Society for Advancement of Management (SAM), a leading nonprofit organization founded in 1912 to advance the practice and study of management, proudly announces the re-election of Ally Dolan as National Secretary for a second two-year term.
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SAM Board Re-Elects Mikala Groshong to Leadership Post
The Society for Advancement of Management (SAM), the nation’s oldest professional management organization founded in 1912, is pleased to announce the re-election of Mikala Groshong as Treasurer for a second two-year term.
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SAM Board Elects Bob Garner to Leadership Post
The Society for Advancement of Management (SAM), one of the nation’s oldest professional management organizations, proudly announces the election of Bob Garner as its new Second Vice President.
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Ally Dolan Receives Inaugural SAM GOLD Award for Early-Career Excellence
The Society for Advancement of Management proudly honored Ally Dolan with the inaugural Graduate of the Last Decade Award at the 80th Annual International Business Conference, held in Tallahassee, Florida. This prestigious recognition is presented to an early-career professional who has completed their degree within the last ten years and has made outstanding contributions to the field of management while upholding the highest standards of ethics and social responsibility.
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Alan Resnick Receives SAM Advancement of Management Award in Strategic Management
The Society for Advancement of Management is proud to honor Alan Resnick with the prestigious SAM Advancement of Management Award in Strategic Management. This recognition celebrates Mr. Resnick’s extraordinary contributions to the field of strategic planning and his lasting impact on higher education institutions across the country.
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Dr. Susan S. Fiorito Presented with SAM Advancement of Management Award in Management Education
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.
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Stephen F. Austin State University Named Top Large Chapter in SAM’s 2025 Campus Chapter Performance Program
The Society for Advancement of Management is proud to recognize Stephen F. Austin State University (SFASU) as the first-place winner in the Large Chapter Division of the 2025 Campus Chapter Performance Program. This prestigious recognition celebrates the chapter’s outstanding commitment to leadership, community involvement, and professional development throughout the 2024 to 2025 academic year.
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New England Institute of Technology Chapter Earns Second Place in SAM Campus Chapter Performance Program
The Society for Advancement of Management proudly celebrates the achievements of the New England Institute of Technology (NEIT) Collegiate Chapter, which was named Second Place Winner in the Large Chapter Division of the 2025 Campus Chapter Performance Program. This national recognition honors the chapter’s unwavering commitment to academic excellence, leadership development, and student engagement in the management field.
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Valdosta State University’s SAM Chapter Earns National Recognition in Large Chapter Division
The Society for Advancement of Management is proud to recognize the Valdosta State University Collegiate Chapter for placing third in the large chapter division of the 2025 Campus Chapter Performance Program. This national recognition honors chapters that demonstrate outstanding leadership, programming, and professional development throughout the academic year.
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Florida State University Named Top Small Chapter in SAM’s Campus Chapter Performance Program
The Society for Advancement of Management is proud to recognize Florida State University as the first-place recipient in the Small Chapter Division of the 2025 Campus Chapter Performance Program. Under the dedicated guidance of Chapter Advisor Bob Garner, FSU’s SAM chapter demonstrated exceptional leadership, consistent engagement, and a heartfelt commitment to community service throughout the academic year.
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Ohio Northern University Named Second Place Winner in SAM Campus Chapter Performance Program – Small Chapter Division
The Society for Advancement of Management is proud to recognize the Ohio Northern University Collegiate Chapter for earning Second Place in the Small Chapter Division of the 2025 Campus Chapter Performance Program. This national honor reflects the chapter’s unwavering commitment to student leadership, professional development, and community engagement throughout the academic year.
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Bob Garner Honored with SAM Outstanding Faculty Advisor Award
The Society for Advancement of Management is proud to recognize Bob Garner of Florida State University as the recipient of the 2025 Outstanding Faculty Advisor Award. A guiding force for the FSU SAM Chapter, Bob exemplifies what it means to lead with integrity, compassion, and purpose.
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Dr. Gina Harden Recognized with SAM Outstanding Faculty Advisor Award
The Society for Advancement of Management is proud to honor Dr. Gina Harden as a recipient of the 2025 SAM Outstanding Faculty Advisor Award. This recognition celebrates her unwavering dedication, enthusiastic leadership, and meaningful mentorship that have profoundly shaped the experiences of her students and the success of her SAM Chapter.
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Shelby Perry Receives SAM Outstanding Faculty Advisor Award
The Society for Advancement of Management proudly recognizes Shelby Perry of the New England Institute of Technology as the recipient of the 2025 Outstanding Faculty Advisor Award. Her exceptional leadership, mentorship, and dedication to student success have made a lasting impact on both her chapter and the broader SAM community.
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Dr. Sevilay Onal Honored with SAM Outstanding Faculty Advisor Award
The Society for Advancement of Management proudly recognizes Dr. Sevilay Onal as a recipient of the Outstanding Faculty Advisor Award for her exemplary leadership and unwavering dedication to student success at the University of Illinois Springfield. Since 2020, Dr. Onal has served as the advisor of the UIS SAM Chapter, guiding it through a period of impressive growth and impact.