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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.
Award-winning research from Central Washington University and Tennessee Tech introduces the Regional Sustainability Gap Index (RSGI), a new way to measure long-term economic opportunity through wages and growth. Learn how this framework helps leaders identify regions falling behind and guide smarter economic development strategies.
Discover how award-winning research from the New England Institute of Technology is transforming power outage response through AI-driven smart-meter analytics and predictive modeling. Cody Cruz’s work demonstrates how utilities can reduce detection time, improve restoration speed, and move toward a more resilient, data-driven energy infrastructure.
Serena Moser of New England Institute of Technology wins Best in Track for research on preserving historic timber buildings. Learn how engineers balance structural safety with authenticity in restoration and maintenance decisions.
This award-winning research from Metropolitan State University of Denver examines how bureaucratic inefficiencies in Section 8 housing programs impact families and landlord participation. Discover how management practices shape real-world outcomes in public housing systems and what reforms can improve accountability and access.
Infrastructure often operates quietly in the background of daily life, performing complex tasks with precision and reliability. Among these systems, bascule bridges stand out as a unique example of engineering
Kile Chaisson of New England Institute of Technology wins Best in Track for Functional Areas of Business for his work on automated serialization systems. Learn how manufacturing traceability and real-time data can improve quality, efficiency, and operational performance.
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.
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.