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Jules Johannemann, Lucas Sutton, and Hailey Long earn top individual honors in the Open Division, distinguishing themselves through consistent, high-level performance across a competitive field.
Michal Goral, Xavier Blodgett, and Helena Easey rise above the field in the Undergraduate Division, earning individual honors through consistent performance and the ability to deliver when it mattered most.
Jacque Galligan, Davis Collette, and Austin Gartzman emerge as top individual performers in the Invitational Division, earning recognition for their standout performance across multiple events at the Championships.
The Open Division of the SAM International Collegiate Business Skills Championships showcased elite performances from Florida State University, New England Institute of Technology, and Clayton State University across a full range of competitive business events.
The Undergraduate Division of the SAM International Collegiate Business Skills Championships showcased strong, all-around performances from Spring Hill College, Stephen F. Austin State University, and Harding University across multiple competitive events.
Top-performing student teams earn recognition in the Invitational Division of the SAM International Collegiate Business Skills Championships, demonstrating excellence across Knowledge Bowl, Extemporaneous Speech, Written Case, and Case Study events through consistent, all-around performance.
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.
Dhishitha Pratap’s journey at the University of Illinois Springfield combines industry cybersecurity experience with academic excellence. From identity management to threat detection and incident response, her work reflects the purpose of the SAM Outstanding Student Award.
William Phelps’ journey at Stephen F. Austin State University reflects consistent engagement, leadership development, and a commitment to growth through SAM. From his first introduction to the organization to becoming an active contributor and competitor, his story highlights the purpose of the Outstanding Student Award.
Evelyn Maure’s journey at Stephen F. Austin State University reflects growth, confidence, and leadership development through SAM. From finding her voice as a first-generation student to leading initiatives and expanding membership, her story captures the purpose of the Outstanding Student Award.
Kellen Masters’ journey at the New England Institute of Technology reflects hands-on growth, leadership development, and the courage to step outside his comfort zone. From competing at a high level in SAM to applying his skills in the workplace, his story highlights the purpose of the SAM Outstanding Student Award.
Akshith Kukkadapu’s journey at the University of Illinois Springfield highlights the intersection of technology, leadership, and purpose. From data engineering to digital accessibility and SAM leadership, he has focused on building systems that are efficient, inclusive, and impactful. His story reflects the intent of the SAM Outstanding Student Award.
Brandon Kelley’s journey at Marshall University reflects leadership through service, impact, and consistency. From guiding the SAM chapter and competing at a national level to supporting collegiate athletics and leading community initiatives, his work spans multiple arenas. His story embodies the purpose of the SAM Outstanding Student Award.