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The SAM Open Division Case Competition challenged advanced student teams to deliver implementation-ready solutions for Senesco Marine, presenting and defending their strategies in a live, high-pressure environment judged by industry professionals.
Undergraduate teams in the SAM Collegiate Case Competition tackled a real-world Senesco Marine challenge, delivering strategic, actionable solutions through live presentations judged by industry professionals and executives.
The SAM Invitational Case Competition put emerging student leaders in front of industry judges to solve a real operational challenge for Senesco Marine. With no predefined answers and real constraints, teams delivered and defended solutions in a format that mirrors executive decision-making.
Marshall University, New England Institute of Technology, and Florida State University earned top honors in the Open Division of the SAM Written Case Competition, delivering professional-level written solutions to a real-world case involving Senesco Marine in one of the most competitive fields to date.
Students from Tennessee Tech, Spring Hill College, and Georgia Southwestern State University earned top honors in the Undergraduate Division of the SAM Written Case Competition, delivering high-level written solutions to a real-world business case involving Senesco Marine in one of the most competitive fields to date.
Students in the Invitational Division of the SAM Written Case Competition delivered impressive solutions to a real-world case involving Senesco Marine, highlighting early-stage talent in business strategy and communication.
The SAM Extemporaneous Speech Competition challenges students to think quickly, take a position, and communicate with confidence. With limited preparation time and real-world business dilemmas, competitors demonstrated the critical thinking and presentation skills required to lead in today’s dynamic environment.
Top students were recognized in the Open Division of the Business Knowledge Bowl at the SAM International Business Conference. The competition featured a 100-question qualifier followed by a live, head-to-head tournament requiring speed, accuracy, and confidence under pressure.
The Society for Advancement of Management (SAM) has announced the winners of the Undergraduate Division of the Business Knowledge Bowl, held during the International Collegiate Business Skills Championships at the
The Society for Advancement of Management announces the winners of the Business Knowledge Bowl Invitational Division at the 81st SAM International Business Conference. The competition highlights top student talent through a fast-paced format testing business knowledge, current events, and decision-making under pressure.
Dania Flores-Rivera’s journey at Clayton State University is defined by growth, resilience, and the courage to step outside her comfort zone. As a first-generation college student, she has combined academic excellence with hands-on experience and leadership development through SAM. Her story reflects the purpose and impact of the SAM Outstanding Student Award.
Learn how New England Institute of Technology student Jaydan Fabe applied leadership and management principles beyond his architecture major to earn recognition as a 2026 SAM Outstanding Student Award recipient.
Sadhana Donepudi’s journey in data analytics is driven by curiosity, precision, and purpose. As a graduate student at the University of Illinois Springfield, she combines technical expertise with real-world application to transform complex data into meaningful insights. Her work reflects the growth and impact recognized by the SAM Outstanding Student Award.
Michael Borsuk’s leadership journey at Marshall University is defined by initiative, service, and impact. From rebuilding the SAM chapter to contributing to public sector projects and community organizations, his work reflects a commitment to strengthening the environments around him. His story embodies the purpose of the SAM Outstanding Student Award.
At Florida State University, Brooke Abbott represents the kind of student whose impact extends far beyond the classroom. As a 2026 Regional Outstanding Student Award recipient, she embodies the spirit
From rapid-fire decision making in the Business Knowledge Bowl to high-pressure presentations in the Case Study Competition, this year’s International Collegiate Business Skills Championships delivered one of the strongest performances to date. Across every division, students demonstrated the ability to think critically, communicate clearly, and execute under pressure. This complete recap highlights the individuals and teams who rose to the top and what their performances say about the future of business leadership.