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A Message from the Dean

As another academic year is coming to an end, we have a lot to celebrate and to be proud of. From the remarkable achievements of our students who won regional, national, and world competitions to the award-winning work of our faculty, the School of Business Administration has been the epicenter of creativity and intellectual growth.

I am thrilled with the accomplishments of our students as they embrace the opportunities afforded to them, and humbled by the dedication of my colleagues, faculty and staff, who work tirelessly to support them.

I hope you will enjoy reading the highlights of these accomplishments, and you will share my pride and optimism for the School of Business Administration!.

Yiorgos A. Bakamitsos, PhD

Dean

Experiential Learning

VITA Program

Stetson’s School of Business participated once again in the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program administered by United Way of Volusia-Flagler.
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RGIP Symposium

The Roland George Investments Program (RGIP) hosted its Annual RGIP Symposium, marking a significant milestone (Read More)

BSAN – Certifications

The Business Systems and Analytics (BSAN) program at Stetson offers students the opportunity to gain several certifications (Read More)

Prince Entrepreneurship Gala

On Thursday, April 4th, the Prince Entrepreneurship Program Gala illuminated the Stetson University campus with an evening dedicated to celebrating (Read More)

Greece Study Abroad

This spring, students participated in a new study abroad experience in Athens, Greece. Under the direction of Dale Peterson, Director of Academic Administration and Adjunct Professor of Management, (Read More)

Sport Business Students at Nascar

The Stetson University School of Business Administration’s Sport Business students recently had the opportunity to immerse themselves in the world of motorsports. (Read More)

Stetson’s Sport Business Program Welcomes Industry Leaders

The Sport Business Program recently had the opportunity to host three distinguished industry leaders, each leaving an indelible mark on our students and faculty. (Read More)

Unveiling the Business Dynamics of SuperBowl

The Marketing Department and Sport Business Program recently hosted “The Business of the SuperBowl,” during SuperBowl week. Moderated by Scott Jones and Matt DiFebo, the session explored the intricate business mechanisms behind this global phenomenon.

The event drew an enthusiastic audience of students, fostering insightful discussions on marketing strategies, and sponsorship deals, as well as offering valuable insights into one of the sports industry’s most prominent events.

The event showcased Stetson University’s commitment to providing students with enriching experiences that bridge academic learning with real-world insights.

Prince Entrepreneurship Program Recap

The Joseph C. Prince Entrepreneurship Program at the School of Business Administration, Stetson University, curated an exciting lineup of events throughout the spring semester, offering students valuable insights and opportunities for growth. Here’s a summary of the enriching experiences our program offered: (Read More)

Stetson University Celebrates Success at Orlando Pride Match

On April 19th, the Stetson University community, under the coordination of the Sport Business Program, united for Stetson Night at the Orlando Pride soccer match . An excellent turnout of students, faculty, alumni, and friends, celebrated the exemplary leadership of two distinguished women head coaches from Stetson University Athletics; Lynn Bria (head women’s basketball coach) and Kristina Hernandez (head coach of beach volleyball).

We extend our sincerest gratitude to the Orlando Pride and Orlando City Soccer Club for their gracious hospitality and for making “Stetson Night” an extraordinary occasion. Beyond being a memorable evening for our community, this event also served as a hands-on project for students enrolled in the sales course. Under the mentorship of our faculty, our students sold over 250 tickets for “Stetson Night,” showcasing their expertise and dedication to bolstering our university’s athletic programs.

“We are so proud of Coach Bria and Coach Hernandez,” said Stetson President Christopher F. Roellke, PhD. “They have built enormously successful programs at Stetson that allow our female athletes to compete at the highest levels and continue to help grow the popularity of women’s sports.”

Student Competitions

Centurion Sales Competition

It was a great year for the Centurion Sales Program. The sales competition team has won both the 2023 World Cup of Sales and the 2024 National Championship (Read More)

RGIP CFA Challenge

The CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) Challenge Team, composed of students Max Miller, Isabella Thomsen, Sugeeth Sathish, and Braden Hill, won first place in the Florida CFA Research Challenge. (Read More)

RGIP On Quinnipiac

Students won the Fixed Income Portfolio Competition in the Quinnipiac Game Forum (Read More)

International Business Ethics Competition

Stetson University’s Business Ethics Case Competition Team (BECCC Team) achieved a groundbreaking feat at the International Business Ethics Case Competition (IBECC) (Read More)

Templeton Business Ethics Case Competition

Stetson University recently hosted the prestigious Templeton Business Ethics Case Competition on February 22 and 23, 2024. The event brought together universities nationwide for a rigorous exploration of ethics in business. (Read More)

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Celebrations & Recognitions

Honors Banquet

The annual Honors Banquet, hosted by the Stetson Business School Foundation, was held on April 11th. This event, year after year, allows us to recognize the talent and commitment of all the individuals who are part of the School of Business Administration community. We are referring to our students, faculty, staff, and members of both the Stetson Community and the broader community. (Read More)

End of the Year BBQ

On April 29th, the Stetson community, (including students, faculty, and staff) came together to celebrate the end of the semester in what has become a tradition. This event has grown in significance, evolving from being solely a SoBA event to becoming a co-hosted gathering with the School of Music and the College of Arts and Sciences.

It is a great opportunity to reflect on the semester and decompress by enjoying some fun activities before the start of finals. Enjoy the complete photo gallery in the following link.

Paul Dasher, PhD Named Dean Emeritus

In what was a very emotional ceremony during the last Honors Banquet, Dr. Paul Dascher was recognized as the first Dean Emeritus of Stetson University for his countless contributions to the institution and in particular to the School of Business Administration.
Paul served as Dean of the School of Business Administration from 1993 to 2004. During his tenure, among many other achievements, he led the school to achieve accreditation from the prestigious Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). His focus on fundraising and endowment was instrumental to Stetson’s acquisition of the building now known as the Lynn Business Center.
During this event, Dean Bakamitsos invited Paul to unveil a portrait of himself, which, in Bakamitsos’s words, “will remain in the Dean’s office as a reminder to all future deans of what greatness looks like”.

Congratulations, Dean Emeritus Dasher, on this honor.

Hatter Saturday

During this academic year, Stetson hosted two successful Hatter Saturday events, one on March 16 and April 6.

Hatter Saturday provides opportunity to warmly welcome numerous new Hatters to Stetson. We are thankful to all who participated in engaging our prospective students and their families, creating an atmosphere of warmth and hospitality. The success of these events is a testament to the dedication of our outstanding faculty, staff, and students here at Stetson SoBA. (Read More)

Cheers to the Years

On May 2nd, Stetson celebrated Cheers to the Years, an employee recognition event to honor the milestones and accomplishments of our employees and retirees.

The School of Business Administration honorees included:

Yiorgos Bakamitsos

10 Years

Libba Galloway

10 Years

Madhu Rao

10 Years

Joe Woodside

10 Years

Bob Gibson

5 Years

Jay Stryker

5 Years

Faculty Achievement

In addition to their exceptional contributions within the Lynn Business Center, our faculty engage in pioneering research, volunteer initiatives, global conferences, and the publication of journal papers that advance their respective fields and showcase their expertise. A select number of these achievements are highlighted below:

Carol Azab

Associate Professor of Marketing, had a peer-reviewed article published.

Clark, T., Azab, C., Key, T.M. (2024). Marketing’s next era: The scope and impact of marketing’s future, the reach and legacy of Shelby Hunt. Journal of Business Research.

Valrie Chambers

Associate Professor of Accounting, has authored and contributed to numerous articles for web publications, showcasing her expertise in the field.

What are the tax benefits of choosing an LLC over other business structures in Florida? For Creditdonkey.com Link
Property Taxes by State (2024) for Wallethub.com. Link
Best Business Balance Transfer Credit Cards in 2024 for Moneygeek.com. Link

Michelle Demoss

Presented a new case, “Bajio Sunglasses: The Sustainable Packaging Decision” at the North American Case Research Association’s national conference.

Michelle Demoss & Ram Subramanian

Were awarded the Curtis E. Tate, Jr. Award from Case Research Journal for their case, “KeHE Distributors, LLC: The Shore Power Project.” The Tate Award is the prestigious award for best case of the year.

Scott Jones

Has been appointed by President Christopher Roellke to the position of Faculty Athletics Representative. This position is critical to University Athletics and involves policy matters, NCAA compliance, and interfacing with other ASUN member schools on athletics matters.

Carolyn Nicholson

Spent the academic year leading a change in the SOBA BBA curriculum to increase its currency with AACSB standards and in comparison to competitor programs.

Daniel Scott

Assistant Professor of Practice in Entrepreneurship and Director of the Joseph C. Prince Entrepreneurship Program- was awarded the “Lifetime World Professional, Technical, Leadership, and Community Service Award” within the Orlando Science Center and a consortium of Central Florida Technology Community organizations, including The CIO Institute, PMI, ISACA, DMI, and DAMA.

Kevin Taylor

Assistant Professor of Entrepreneurship published an article last January: Lemmon, G., Kuljanin, G., & Taylor, K. P. (2024). Essential elements in evidence-based interventions to improve employee mindfulness. Organizational Dynamics, 101025. Link . Kevin also presented a 3-hour innovation workshop to the Stetson University, College of Law department heads on 2/26 titled, “Creative Problem Solving Workshop: The Power of Design Thinking!”

Beta Alpha Psi

The Lamba Delta Chapter of Beta Alpha Psi (BAP) experienced an exciting spring promoting excellence, responsibility, and ethics in accounting, finance, and business analytics. The chapter remained busy organizing events including (Read More)

A Double Hatter at the Governmental Accounting Standards Board

The School of Business Administration proudly announces Stephen Bratcher, BBA ’23, MAcc ’24, as the newly appointed Postgraduate Technical Assistant at the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB). (Read More)

Commencement 2024

On May 10th, Stetson University held its 138th annual Commencement ceremony in DeLand, marking a significant milestone for our graduating students. (Read More)

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