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Baylor University’s ProSales program, supported by Baylor’s Center for Professional Selling, was named a Top University Sales Program by the Sales Education Foundation (SEF) for the thirteenth consecutive year. Top schools for professional sales education are recognized for preparing students for successful careers in sales and for elevating the sales profession.

Majoring in ProSales and Marketing, Crit Scott has passion for life and adventure. A self-described adrenaline junkie who spends his spare time cliff diving, free climbing, and skydiving, Crit enjoys a challenge.

Baylor ProSales recently held the Baylor Business Value Analysis (BBVA) competition, where students completed a value analysis and delivered the results to an existing customer via video. BBVA competitors had to address a supply chain issue involving microchips used in the manufacture of small consumer appliances. The student competitors specifically had to address how best to meet the Fortune 100 company’s manufacturing timetable, given the Taiwanese microchips were not scheduled to arrive at the Midwest plant as promised (a concern for the manufacturer since the appliances exhibit strong sales at Christmas).

The New England Journal of Medicine: Professor of Economics and The Snee Family Endowed Chair at the Baylor Collaborative on Hunger and Poverty co-authored this article which proposes a reconfiguration of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), a program highly effective in reducing the severity of food insecurity.

KWBU (NPR): Dan Pienta, professor of Information Systems, says that phishing requires more creativity than know-how.

The Washington Post: Management professor Sara Perry is cited for her research on employee stress and remote work in this article about hybrid working.

Methodist Children's Home: Economics alum Les Leskoven (BBA '78) has been elected to serve as the Board Chair of the Methodist Children's Home where he lived as a child.

Wall Street Journal: Baylor alum and Baylor Business Advisory Board member John Rainey (BBA '93) is departing from PayPal where he has served as CFO for nearly seven years to become CFO for Walmart.

BAHM: The 2022 Global BAHM Case Competition was held April 7-8, 2022 at Baylor University. With a team of Baylor students winning first place, the event offered students the unique opportunity to work collaboratively and compete for cash prizes as they envisioned the "Hospital of the Future."

One word to describe Luke Scaff would be genuine. Desiring to serve others and finding joy in their success, this passion drives him to give his all in every situation.

KWBU (NPR): Information Systems professor Dan Pienta shares how businesses can better educate employees about phishing attacks.

Baylor’s Global Trade and Supply Chain Management concentration prepares online MBA students to lead in a time of crisis.

Over the weekend, Baylor took the 1st place team finish at the 2022 Challenger Sales Institute (CSI) competition, hosted by the University of Central Oklahoma and sponsored by Love's Travel Stops. Student teams participated in three events: a sales management and ethics case competition, sales role play, and speed sell. ProSales Senior Andrea Henderson along with Juniors Cade Bissell, Jordan Goehring, Max Kleiner, Mahak Rajwani, and Sophomore Shane Trevino represented Baylor in this competition.

Baylor's Full-Time MBA case competition team recently took first place at the 2022 Big 12 MBA Case Competition hosted by Iowa State University.

Dr. Leslie Palich has received a Fulbright U.S. Scholar Award to Ireland, a prestigious and competitive fellowship of the Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs.

Delray Medical Center’s Chief Operating Officer, Maria Morales Menendez (MBA '20), is selected as a member of Modern Healthcare’s 2022 class of Top 25 Emerging Leaders. Modern Healthcare, a leader in healthcare business news, research and data, annually honors emerging leaders all age 40 or under, making significant contributions in the areas of innovation and financial, operational and clinical excellence early in their careers.

Some of the best and brightest MBA students came together last weekend to compete in the 2022 Big 12 MBA Case Competition, hosted by the Iowa State University Ivy College of Business. Baylor's team took home the top prize.

Baylor Business Review: Matt Wood investigates the role time plays in innovators meeting the flow of consumer desires or needs.

Baylor Business Review: The Undergraduate Research Assistant Program draws upon a vast wealth of previously underused research help.

Valedictorian of her high school and now a double major in ProSales and Finance, Hannah Tobben has made the Dean’s List five out of her six semesters at Baylor. Extremely driven and dedicated, she has achieved this honor while balancing several part-time jobs and extracurriculars.

Forbes: Professor of Entrepreneurship Boris Nikolaev is cited in this article for his research which found that as the number of small businesses increased, the health of the surrounding community improved.

Baylor Business Review: Dean Sandeep Mazumder co-authors a more practical economics textbook to bridge industry and academics.

Baylor Business Review: Kaylee Hackney reflects on personal experience to study the impact of stress from perceived pregnancy discrimination.

Baylor Business Review: Lingjiang Lora Tu and JaeHwan Kwon study the reach of educational messaging and its impact on the audience.

Five upcoming graduates look back at their time in the Online MBA program and forward to the next chapter in their careers.

KWBU (NPR): Kimberly Lewis, entrepreneur and founder of CurlMix, a profitable natural hair care company, shares her story of determination.

Sportico: Lane Wakefield, Marketing professor, was mentioned for his contributions to a study on the effects of switching apparel brands on on-field performance and recruiting.

Here are some verses of Scripture Dean Mazumder finds most prominent, compelling and influential from his reading of the Bible.

WalletHub: Professor of Finance Franklin Potts is a featured expert in this article about charge cards.

ARMY-BAYLOR ALUMNI ACHE RECEPTION Wednesday, March 30 | 6-8 p.m. We are excited to see Army-Baylor alumni in Chicago for the annual ACHE Congress on Healthcare Leadership Conference. For those of you traveling to attend, we want to invite you to join us for a social reception on Wednesday, March 30 at McCormick & Schmick's in Chicago! Business casual/evening attire is suggested. Hors d' oeuvres will be served.

Love to Know: Research by Marketing professors James A. Roberts and Meredith David about how cell phones can damage romantic relationships is cited in this article about the disadvantages of mobile phones.

Baylor Entrepreneurship graduate program ranked No. 17 in the nation.

Meet Keisha Riser - a Baylor Executive MBA alumna with a passion for serving others through both her healthcare career and her entrepreneurial aspirations.

The Denver Post: Marketing professor and sports expert Kirk Wakefield was interviewed about how new Denver Broncos' quarterback Russell Wilson is quickly impacting the Broncos' merchandise and ticket sales.

Familiar with the unfamiliar and practiced at adapting to new situations, Matthew Mouton has moved 14 times and lived in four different states. His unique upbringing allowed him to fuel his competitive nature and participate in a variety of sports, including surfing and mountainboarding.

KXXV (ABC): Management professor and supply chain expert Pedro Reyes explains that the price of chicken is rising due to inflation.

In this Q&A, Baylor lecturer Glenn Robinson explains why now is the perfect time to pursue an EMBA with a concentration in Healthcare Administration

Washington Examiner: Sports, Strategy and Sales professor Kirk Wakefield explains how winning sports tournaments, like March Madness, increases college applicants, improves the academic quality of the student body and raises donations.

Baylor Hankamer School of Business scholars pave the way for future entrepreneurs.

In the world of business and innovation, time is the current running beneath an entrepreneur's decisions. When sharing their story, successful entrepreneurs often refer to "acting at the right time" as the linchpin that allowed them to launch a business or release a new product line.

Dr. Stephanie Mangus, assistant professor in marketing, and her colleagues Dr. Veronica Thomas (Old Dominion University) and Dr. Dora Bock (Auburn University), recently received the Broadening Research and Instruction in Negotiations Grant (BRING) from the Thurmond Negotiations Lab at Old Dominion University’s Strome College of Business.

Double majoring in International Business and ProSales, Alaynah Schaff is a dual citizen of the U.S. and Mexico. Living abroad most of her life and having travelled to 17 countries, she is multi-lingual and passionate about connecting with different cultures, serving others whenever possible.

KWBU (NPR): Entrepreneurs are often faced with pitching their ideas to potential investors and customers. Marty Zwilling, CEO of startup professionals, shares tips on making sure your story is one to remember.

KWKT (FOX): Baylor Business hosted a panel discussion and audience interaction on the continuing crisis in Ukraine three weeks after the Russian invasion.

Watch the full recording of the panel discussion about the crisis in Ukraine hosted by Baylor Business.

A recent addition to the Baylor family, William E. Crenshaw Endowed Dean Mazumder knows all too well how the affinity for our campus grows daily.

Baylor’s ProSales was well represented at the 2022 University of Toledo Invitational Sales Competition (UTISC) hosted by the University of Toledo and the 3M Corporation. This hybrid competition provided for both in-person and virtual participation, which was helpful for the Baylor team as weather and flight cancellations required the team to compete virtually at the last minute. The UTISC competition involved multiple rounds of role plays.

Through a newly-created learning experience, Baylor's incoming Full-Time MBA students will explore international business first-hand—and expand their global opportunities.

Baylor Business Review: The dual master's degree program in social work and business turns graduates into a rare double threat.

Baylor Business Review: Sue Johnson utilizes years of business experience and knowledge to help young people reach financial security.

Baylor Business Review: Jinhaeng Lee understands the importance of community and service, seeing both as his Christian duty.

Baylor Business Review: Fernando Arroyo believes in being the hand up-not a handout-that makes a positive difference in the world.

Baylor Business Review: Research conducted by an HSB professor and alumna looks to assist in the battle to end human trafficking.

Baylor Business Review: Baylor students, faculty and staff lived out Isaiah 58:10 by packing 50,000 meals for the McLennan County community.

Baylor Business Review: Scott Smith maintains a strong belief that leadership requires focus, support and courage without compromise.

Baylor Business Review: Hankamer School of Business students personify Baylor's mission during trips to Uganda and Zambia.

Baylor Business Review: Vida Mulec Brett knows all about serving-whether on the tennis court or helping others through her work.

MoneyGeek: Finance professor Franklin Potts is a featured expert in this article about affordable health insurance for young adults.

KWBU (NPR): There are four key things that leaders can do to be really successful at bridging the gap between generations.

Prevention: This article about the importance of workday breaks quotes Management professor Emily Hunter.

Prevention: Emily Hunter, professor and chair of Management, is quoted in this article about the importance of taking a break during the workday, which can increase productivity and lower burnout rates.

KXXV (ABC): Supply chain expert and Management professor Pedro Reyes is quoted in this story about disruptions in the grocery supply chain can be overcome but it's unclear how long or to what extent the problem will continue.

FOX & Friends Sunday: Pedro Reyes, professor of Management and supply chain expert, weighs in on how the Russian-Ukraine conflict will impact food supply.

During his time in the ProSales program, Jake Morrow has learned the critical importance of managing his time, as well as the art of active listening. He understands that success often depends on taking initiative to work ahead, while applying active listening every day has enabled him to build strong relationships with his peers and mentors

EurekAlert: Professor of Information Systems and Business Analytics Xunyi Wang contributed to new research which found that self-regulating is critical to reducing crime linked to Airbnb commercial listings.

Technology is transforming the practice of marketing at a dizzying pace. Fortunately, MBA students at Baylor’s Hankamer School of Business can rely on their professors to make sense of an evolving profession.

KWBU (NPR): "The most inspirational woman in the world," Lolly Daskal, gives a pep talk on the characteristics of a great leader in this episode of the Business Review.

Journal of Accountancy: Charles Davis, professor of Accounting, is quoted in this article about how the challenges of the pandemic may be an opportunity to add new career skills and habits for accounting professionals.

KXXV (ABC): Professor of Management and supply chain expert, was interviewed on the possible supply chain issues associated with the conflict in Eastern Europe.

With a goal to make the most of her four years at Baylor, Paige McClelland has been actively involved in a number of organizations and served in various leadership positions. She has been a member of the Freshman Leadership Organization and served Kappa Kappa Gamma as the University Events Chairperson and on their Academic Excellence Committee.

In this Q&A, OMBA alum Ross VanNostrand provides an inside look at his role as a procurement specialist in the oil and gas industry.

Dean Mazumder shares his top five favorite books to read.

Growing up, Hunter Larson enjoyed hunting deer, a hobby he now likens to a career in sales. Hunting and selling both require patience and perseverance. Some days you may go home empty-handed, but with the proper persistence, you will eventually bag that deer or close that deal

Unexpected opportunities lead to celebrations.

Real Estate Magazine: This article cites a report from the Keller Center for Research at Baylor about how online advertising is now more relevant to real estate promoters than print.

Forbes: Recent research on moral judgments of artificial intelligence by Yulia Sullivan, professor of Information Systems and Business Analytics, is cited in this article about the legal and ethical ramifications of self-driving vehicles.

KXXV (ABC): Professor of Management and supply chain expert Pedro Reyes was interviewed for this story on supply chain issues with tire shops across the country.

In late February, TIAA — a leading financial services provider that ranks among the 100 largest corporations in America — named one of Baylor’s own as its president and CEO.

Baylor’s Center for Professional Selling revealed the final results of the Baylor Business Selling Outside (BBSO) competition on February 11 as students and faculty gathered in-person and executives representing the ProSales Corporate Partners participated via video conference. The BBSO is designed to engage students in a realistic sales situation with business executives. This year, students focused on selling a 3M adhesive material to a spa tub manufacturer who was experiencing growing market demand due to COVID 19. These in-person role-play sales meetings were judged virtually by 140 business executives from around the country, offering students a chance to gain valuable feedback from the Center for Professional Selling’s Corporate Partners.

The newly established Black Business Student Association (BBSA) is gearing up for its first semester as an official student organization at Baylor University.

Baylor Entrepreneurship Professor, Peter Klein is ranked 250 in the US and 565 worldwide in the listing of top researchers from the Business and Management discipline.

Senior faculty and students of Army-Baylor MHA program attended the ACHE Central Texas Symposium in Waco, TX.

Between ages 11-18, Islay Lyttle competed internationally in Scottish Highland dancing, performing across the U.S. and in Ireland, Scotland, and Argentina. Now at Baylor, she continues to be active in her community, building relationships, and looking for opportunities to give back.

Dean Mazumder shares his top five favorite recipes to make with his family.

Baylor business students will have the opportunity to share their industry knowledge and skills through the Zambia Business Consulting mission trip.

At age 15, Andres Hernan got his first job working part-time at a local McDonald’s. Over the next three years, he would discover a love for connecting with people and adding value to their experience through positive engagement.

Pursuing an MBA in a lucrative, in-demand field is a powerful career move. Learn more about the value of an MBA in Healthcare Administration.

WalletHub: Meredith David, professor of Marketing, is a featured expert in this guide where she offers advice on shopping for car insurance.

Waco Tribune-Herald: Professor of Marketing Tyrha Lindsey-Warren explains why she started the Waco Family & Faith Film Festival.

WalletHub: Marketing professor Jim Roberts is a featured expert in this article where he offers tips on how to celebrate Valentine's Day on a budget.

Federal News Network: Information Systems professor Stacie Petter and Baylor alum Laurie Giddens are featured guests on "The Business of Government Hour" podcast to discuss their research on how to reskill a workforce in government settings using technology-oriented training.

Raised on the border between the U.S. and Mexico, Andrea Henderson has a unique understanding of how diversity plays out across two cultures, which has given her a broadened view of the world. She is passionate about people and makes the most of every opportunity to be a listening ear or offer a piece of advice that might help others widen their perspective.

Big data continues to transform how businesses operate. Learn some of the key skills employers are looking for in analytically savvy leaders.

MoneyGeek: James Roberts, Marketing professor, is the featured expert in this article about the best cash back student credit cards in 2022.

Baylor University today announced the recipients of the 2022 Baylor Alumni Awards, which honor individuals who embody the distinctive mission of the University and their remarkable achievements.

Two things that make Gavin Hartoonian unique are his multi-cultural heritage, with family from Croatia, Spain, and Iran, and the fact that he is the older brother to triplets. His exposure to different cultures has given him the ability to understand and empathize with people from a variety of backgrounds and having younger siblings has taught him the responsibility of leadership.

MoneyGeek: Marketing professor James Roberts is a featured expert in this article about student credit cards.

Negotiations are an exchange—each side comes to the table with something to offer the other. With research and reflection, you can step up with confidence.

Dean Sandeep Mazumder announced a series of leadership changes at the Hankamer School of Business. These additions are key to Mazumder’s initiatives for the Business School: purposeful research, experiential and innovative learning, and Christ-centered diversity.

ISBA Career night is Tuesday, February 22, 6-8 pm. You will learn how to find a job and get to talk one on one with company recruiters