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From Duty to Service

September 14, 2023
From active-duty commission to serving as a member of the Army Reserves, Jared Sturgell is earning his MBA at BYU Marriott while assisting BYU’s Army ROTC.

A Minor No Matter the Major

September 12, 2023
The global and community impact minor helps students from any major make an impact for good.

2023 Cybersecurity Camps Hosted for Youth and Educators

September 07, 2023
The Department of Information Systems coordinated with departments across campus in hosting cybersecurity camps to foster interest in technology and teach safe computer usage to youth and educators.

Accounting for Inspiration

August 25, 2023
Understanding that there’s not one right path for everyone, teaching professor of accountancy Melissa Larson works to inspire confidence in students no matter their goals.

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Three Siblings Serving

August 23, 2023
A surfer, a seamstress, and a storyteller. Despite having different interests, the Putnam siblings have each found their own way to help businesses do good through the Ballard Center.
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Guided Abroad

August 18, 2023
Information systems student Mason Perry has seen how unexpected opportunities can lead to life changing moments.
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Running with a New Plan

August 14, 2023
Finance student and Brigham Young University track runner Kate Thomas found how to change course when life put unexpected hurdles in her way.
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Mentoring, Money, and an MPA

July 26, 2023
David Tanner brings the skills he gained through BYU Marriott's MPA program to the state of Georgia, where he consults state leaders, community organizers, and county and city elected officials.
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A Stack of Experiences

July 24, 2023
Embracing diverse business experiences has given alumna Mallory Stack versatility and a vision for the future of women in business.
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From Accountant to Agent

June 26, 2023
BYU Marriott's accounting program helped Curt Haralson take his first steps to the bureau and beyond.
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BYU researchers: How a switch to a 'growth mindset' is helping empower entrepreneurs in developing nations

August 10, 2023
Although millions are spent each year on entrepreneurship training that is intended to help alleviate poverty and elevate the quality of life of entrepreneurs in developing nations, these programs often fail to make an impact. BYU researchers and their colleagues have figured out at least one way to change that.
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Hopping Aboard with AI

August 04, 2023
Management professor Peter Madsen has always loved learning. With a 2-million-dollar NSF grant, Madsen is researching train traffic controllers’ use of algorithms.
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Banks Offer Black Entrepreneurs Inferior Loans Even When They Are Better Qualified than Peers

June 26, 2023
Study reveals racial bias, discrimination in financial services, but also identifies actions minority small business owners can take
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Advice from the Top

July 18, 2023
As the class of 2023 enters the workforce, byu Marriott alumni and community members who have worked their way to executive positions share what they have learned as they have gone forth to serve.
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Words Matter: The Elevating Effect of Praise

July 18, 2023
New research shows that kind words have measurable impact on people in all walks of life, from those working in often unnoticed or undervalued positions to the coworker in the cubicle next to us. Praising others is a principle worth putting into practice, says Taeya Howell, assistant professor of organizational behavior and human resources.
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The Power of Preparation

July 18, 2023
Whether your business is large or small, preparing for emergencies of all types is time and money well spent. Planning ahead can keep your business afloat and even position you to come out ahead of the competition during challenging times.
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