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The Hankamer School of Business at Baylor University will host the KPMG Ideation Challenge on Tuesday, May 2, at the Paul L. Foster Campus for Business and Innovation.
MarketScale: Entrepreneurship lecturer Joshua Wilson was interviewed regarding the Silicon Valley Bank collapse and what it means for the future of banking regulation and the banking industry.

Laurie Wilson, the director of Graduate Business Programs at Baylor’s Hankamer School of Business, shares her best tips for investing in your future without digging yourself into a hole.
Baylor researcher David Dicks models the correlation between new innovation and investors' attitudes about uncertainty.
Students from the Hankamer School of Business Sports Strategy and Sales (S3) program finished in the top three at multiple national championship competitions last month.
The Hankamer School of Business (HSB) at Baylor University will host the New Venture Competition (NVC) March 24-25 at the Paul L. Foster Campus for Business and Innovation.
WalletHub: Professor Allen Seward, director of the Baylor Business Fellows major and an associate professor of Insurance and Finance, is a featured expert in this article about liability car insurance.
Management Information Systems student Matthew Homan is part of the Baylor cyber team which is experiencing frequent success, with National Cyber League rankings of 18th nationally out of 470 teams and 5th in the central region for fall 2022.
KWTX (FOX): Students with the Baylor accounting department are working with University High School teachers and students to help community members file their taxes for free.
KXXV (ABC): The impact of the truck driver shortage on inflation is discussed by Pedro Reyes, who is an associate professor specializing in operations and supply chain management at Baylor University. Reyes highlights that an increase in the number of students entering truck-driving programs could potentially lead to a decrease in prices.
Harvard Business Review: According to Baylor management professors, Kaylee Hackney, Matthew Quade, and Dawn Carlson, intentional efforts made by organizations to support adoption have a significantly positive impact on both employees and the organization as a whole. In their article, the authors suggest five ways in which leaders can enhance their support for adoptive parents.

An accomplished panel of students and recent graduates reflect on the personal and professional impact of their EMBA experience.

Earning an early-career MBA from Baylor immediately after finishing his bachelor’s degree gave Michael Scott a competitive edge in the world of technology strategy and consulting.
EurekAlert: Smartphone research experts and Marketing professors Meredith David and James Roberts have developed a new model that is a powerful predictor of the acceptance of incorporating smartphones into a church service.
KWBU (NPR): Featuring Matt Quade, the Kimberly and Aaron P. Graft Professor in Christian Leadership in Business in the Department of Management, this episode takes listeners into the importance and impact of workplace ethics.
This tax season, more than 60 accounting students from Baylor University’s Hankamer School of Business are joining University High School and La Vega High School students in the student-led Volunteer Income Assistance (VITA) Program.

For two graduates of Baylor’s Dallas-based Executive MBA program, what began as a business plan for a capstone course is now a successful global logistics firm.
WalletHub: Professor of Marketing James Roberts is a featured expert in this article about the impact of spending on relationships.
Baylor Lariat: Business professors Forest Kim, Pedro Reyes and Gia Chevis are quoted in this article highlighting concerns that Baylor professors have about ChatGPT and its potential impact on students.
Baylor University announced today the appointment of Hannah Stolze as the inaugural William E. Crenshaw Endowed Chair in Supply Chain Management in the Department of Management in Baylor’s nationally ranked Hankamer School of Business.
Experiential learning has become a key component of a college education, and Gabriella Cacciotti is doing her part to incorporate it into her classroom.

Earning an Online MBA prepared Richelle Pennington to lead and communicate with impact in a fast-paced virtual environment.
KWBU (NPR): There are many things that the brain allows us to accomplish, from achieving our dreams to reaching our goals. To unlock the dream-making potential, Tom Corely explains the importance of setting goals.
KWBU (NPR): During this episode of "Business Review," Marlene Neill explains how crucible experiences can transform leaders.
KWBU (NPR): When applying for a job, it's important to have the right resume credentials. However, sometimes one quality stands out above the rest. Amira Lewally explains what it is in this episode of "Business Review."
KWBU (NPR): As an entrepreneur, Soren Kaplan gives steps on how to scale a business in order to achieve success.
KWBU (NPR): In order to achieve high levels of productivity for employees, it is crucial to create a healthy working environment. Ted Kitterman shares the role that leadership plays in the wellness of employees
Baylor University, Barron’s and Dow Jones are continuing their partnership to provide educational and professional resources to Baylor students.

Sandeep Mazumder, dean at Baylor University's Hankamer School of Business, shared a list of the top five things you don’t know about the Federal Reserve System, clearing up the misconceptions.

Dominik Kuhn found so much value in Baylor’s entrepreneurship classes that he transferred to the MBA program from Switzerland. Now, he is leveraging his experience to build a first-of-its-kind online marketplace.
At six years of age, Sam Myers developed a love for sales while selling Christmas wreaths and popcorn door-to-door for the Cub Scouts. Now, in ProSales, Sam is grateful for the way the program built his business-to-business sales knowledge and experiences.
Passionate about helping others, Brynn Roper often gives up her free time to connect with people, always considering how she could make a positive impact in another’s life. She is also passionate about learning new skills, and is grateful for the opportunities the ProSales program provides, from networking with executives and job interviews, to making lifelong friendships.

Baylor Professor Tim Kayworth highlights the growing value of earning an MBA with a concentration in cybersecurity from the Hankamer School of Business.
The National Security Agency (NSA) and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) have designated Baylor University as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD), an initiative that includes faculty from the Hankamer School of Business.
Strategy + Business: Peter Klein, The W.W. Caruth Chair and professor of Entrepreneurship, co-authored the book, “Why Managers Matter,” which concludes that bosses are important and serve many functions and roles within organizations.
The Hankamer School of Business (HSB) at Baylor University will launch a new podcast to promote top-tier research conducted by Hankamer faculty and students. The podcast, “Innovative Business,” will feature Business School faculty and students discussing their research on a foundational level.
Bradley Lail, professor and chair for the Department of Accounting and Business Law, was named associate dean of Undergraduate Programs at the Hankamer School of Business. The appointment begins June 1, 2023.
WalletHub: Economics professor Finley Edwards is a featured expert in this article about the rising cost of auto insurance.
KWBU (NPR): Yulia Sullivan talks about the rise of artificial intelligence in our day-to-day world and how trust will play a big role in making it happen.
KWBU (NPR): With her fresh perspective on the future as a young professional, Alex Lyzwa gives college graduates a fresh perspective on their future.
Valuing creativity and stick-to-it-ness, Allie is a ProSales and Entrepreneurship double major who enjoys loving others deeply.

Baylor Clinical Assistant Professor Allison Alford shares her best tips for navigating virtual communication in a post-COVID world.
Majoring in ProSales and Marketing, Jordon Ermentraut is a creative and caring person who loves the outdoors, spending quality time with people, and reading. In line with her heart for others, she founded Play4AJ, an organization that fundraises to provide scholarships and support for baseball players in financial need.
Double-majoring in ProSales and Finance, Tyler Spears is passionate about improving himself daily, living out his faith boldly, and being financially stable in life. Playing baseball, football, and basketball during high school, he learned the value of grit and constant improvement for success. Turning down the chance to play baseball at the collegiate level in order to attend Baylor, he currently enjoys golf and weightlifting as competitive outlets, pushing himself to be the best he can be.

Jude Enajero traveled from Nigeria to Waco to earn dual MBA/MSIS degrees at Baylor only to discover a new community of friends and a fresh perspective on the impact he can make with a career in finance.
Max Kleiner is a ProSales major who serves as president of Baylor University’s Interfraternity Council, acting as a conduit between the university and 14 fraternities. This role has taught him to be mindful of others and their emotions when dealing with difficult situations.
Due to her love for travel, Shelby Clark’s life goal is to visit every continent. History, culture, and her faith serve as her guide as she has visited 10 countries and multiple World War II historical sites, such as the Berlin Wall and the beaches of Normandy. A ProSales and Management double major, Shelby enjoys new experiences and is deeply passionate about her faith.
Waco Tribune-Herald: During an economic forecasting conference Dean Sandeep Mazumder of the Hankamer School of Business said that Waco and Texas are likely to see economic headwinds but are well-positioned to weather them.
PR Log: Tyrha Lindsey-Warren, clinical assistant professor of Marketing and the director of industry relations and experiential learning Baylor Business, was announced as the recipient of the 2022 ATHENA Leadership Award® presented by the Greater Waco Chamber of Commerce.

Baylor’s Hankamer School of Business and College of Arts & Sciences launch a joint graduate program to address the need for business analytics professionals. Introducing the Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA).