/business/news/Recent posts from Newsen-usFri, 26 Jun 2026 18:23:26 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/business/news/2026/06-17-maximilian-fido.aspxA side project born in the USF Powerlifting Club has taken Maximilian Fido from designing shirts to sponsoring competitions and pitching business ideas. The journey started with a problem he never expected to solve.Alexis WalshTue, 23 Jun 2026 14:03:24 Student spotlight: Maximilian Fido builds community through DoubleYouA side project born in the USF Powerlifting Club has taken Maximilian Fido from designing shirts to sponsoring competitions and pitching business ideas. The journey started with a problem he never expected to solve.Maximilian Fido/business/news/2026/06-17-maximilian-fido.aspxEntrepreneurship,SpotlightsSchool of Management/world/news/2026/cabello-alumni-venezuela.aspxThis May, Jose Maldonado Cabello graduated magna cum laude with a double major in finance and econometrics from USF. He is in New York this summer to work as an incoming debt capital markets analyst at ING.External ArticleThu, 18 Jun 2026 17:39:12 “You’ll learn along the way:” New graduate Jose Maldonado Cabello reflects on his time 91�Թ��� and professional growth - USF WorldThis May, Jose Maldonado Cabello graduated magna cum laude with a double major in finance and econometrics from USF. He is in New York this summer to work as an incoming debt capital markets analyst at ING.jose cabello/world/news/2026/cabello-alumni-venezuela.aspxSpotlightsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance/news/2026/mike-griffin-selected-to-serve-as-usf-board-of-trustees-chair.aspxThe 91�Թ��� Board of Trustees today unanimously elected Mike Griffin to serve a two-year term as board chair.External ArticleWed, 17 Jun 2026 18:27:47 Mike Griffin selected to serve as USF Board of Trustees chair - USF NewsThe 91�Թ��� Board of Trustees today unanimously elected Mike Griffin to serve a two-year term as board chair.mike griffin and moez limayem/news/2026/mike-griffin-selected-to-serve-as-usf-board-of-trustees-chair.aspxSpotlightshttps://usfalumni.org/events-awards/alumni-awardsThree Muma College of Business graduates are being honored. Tony Giarratana and Bob Glaser are receiving the 2026 Distinguished Alumni Award and Bill Mariotti is receiving the Donald A. Gifford Alumni Service Award.External ArticleWed, 17 Jun 2026 10:29:42 2026 USF Alumni Awards honorees announced - USF Alumni AssociationThree Muma College of Business graduates are being honored. Tony Giarratana and Bob Glaser are receiving the 2026 Distinguished Alumni Award and Bill Mariotti is receiving the Donald A. Gifford Alumni Service Award.2026 usf alumni awards honoreeshttps://usfalumni.org/events-awards/alumni-awardsHonors and AwardsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance,School of Managementhttps://www.powerbrokernews.com/post/are-black-entrepreneurs-leveraging-ai-as-a-game-changer-new-survey-to-reveal-ai-adoption-rates-in-tA groundbreaking research initiative in Tampa Bay will help determine if artificial intelligence, often considered a great equalizer, is mitigating racial and economic gaps or widening entrepreneurial divides.External ArticleTue, 16 Jun 2026 18:24:03 Are Black entrepreneurs leveraging AI as a game changer? New survey to reveal AI adoption rates in Tampa Bay - Power Broker NewsA groundbreaking research initiative in Tampa Bay will help determine if artificial intelligence, often considered a great equalizer, is mitigating racial and economic gaps or widening entrepreneurial divides.black couple in front of a signhttps://www.powerbrokernews.com/post/are-black-entrepreneurs-leveraging-ai-as-a-game-changer-new-survey-to-reveal-ai-adoption-rates-in-tEntrepreneurship,Research and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,School of Information Systemshttps://www.fox35orlando.com/video/fmc-5o9bvz7gg5qsegmpRobert Hooker, director at the Monica Wooden Center for Supply Chain Management & Sustainability, discusses when consumers will see prices drop after the Iran War peace agreement.External ArticleTue, 16 Jun 2026 18:10:04 Iran peace deal won’t drop prices just yet, expert says - Fox 35 OrlandoRobert Hooker, director at the Monica Wooden Center for Supply Chain Management & Sustainability, discusses when consumers will see prices drop after the Iran War peace agreement.strait of hormuzhttps://www.fox35orlando.com/video/fmc-5o9bvz7gg5qsegmpResearch and InnovationSchool of Marketing and Innovation,Supply Chainhttps://wallethub.com/credit-cards/international/#expert=Muhittin_CavusogluMuhittin Cavusoglu, a faculty member in the School of Hospitality and Sport Management, shares his expertise on the best credit cards for international travel.External ArticleMon, 15 Jun 2026 18:20:02 Best credit cards for international travel - WalletHubMuhittin Cavusoglu, a faculty member in the School of Hospitality and Sport Management, shares his expertise on the best credit cards for international travel.credit cardshttps://wallethub.com/credit-cards/international/#expert=Muhittin_CavusogluResearch and InnovationSchool of Hospitality and Sport Managementhttps://wallethub.com/edu/b/what-is-a-budget/142825#expert=Dr._Xu_XuA budget shows you how much cash is coming into your household each month and each year, where it's going, and whether it's supporting your near-term and long-term goals.External ArticleMon, 15 Jun 2026 18:14:46 What is a budget? - WalletHubA budget shows you how much cash is coming into your household each month and each year, where it's going, and whether it's supporting your near-term and long-term goals.budgethttps://wallethub.com/edu/b/what-is-a-budget/142825#expert=Dr._Xu_XuResearch and InnovationGrow Financial Literacy & Planning Clinic,Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance/business/news/2026/06-09-melina-korovessi.aspxMost people throw away bottle caps without a second thought. One USF student saw something more — and built a growing venture around it.Alexis WalshMon, 15 Jun 2026 10:19:01 Student spotlight: Melina Korovessi turns bottle caps into business opportunitiesMost people throw away bottle caps without a second thought. One USF student saw something more — and built a growing venture around it.Melina Korovessi/business/news/2026/06-09-melina-korovessi.aspxBusiness News,Entrepreneurship,Events,SpotlightsSchool of Managementhttps://baynews9.com/fl/tampa/news/2026/06/13/a-usf-expert-said-more-people-are-using-ai-to-plan-vacationsSeden Doğan said the key to using AI is to give it a detailed prompt to get the best personalized results. But she said not to rely on it because it could give inaccurate replies.External ArticleSat, 13 Jun 2026 18:06:09 91�Թ��� expert says more people are using AI to plan vacations - Bay News 9Seden Doğan said the key to using AI is to give it a detailed prompt to get the best personalized results. But she said not to rely on it because it could give inaccurate replies.vacationershttps://baynews9.com/fl/tampa/news/2026/06/13/a-usf-expert-said-more-people-are-using-ai-to-plan-vacationsResearch and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,School of Hospitality and Sport Management/world/news/2026/nafrere-spotlight-70-questions.aspxRosa Nafrere graduated from USF in 2026 with degrees in management and marketing. She distinguished herself as a world traveler, studying abroad in four different countries as a Gilman Scholar.External ArticleFri, 12 Jun 2026 18:01:51 70 questions with alumna Rosa Nafrere to celebrate 70 Years of Bold 91�Թ��� - USF WorldRosa Nafrere graduated from USF in 2026 with degrees in management and marketing. She distinguished herself as a world traveler, studying abroad in four different countries as a Gilman Scholar.rosa nafrere/world/news/2026/nafrere-spotlight-70-questions.aspxSpotlightsSchool of Management,School of Marketing and Innovationhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/usf-brewing-arts-program-enhances-career-training-access-to-veterans.aspxVeterans have shown a keen interest in the brewing arts for years, with many opening their own breweries or becoming head brewers at establishments in Tampa Bay and across Florida.External ArticleThu, 11 Jun 2026 17:36:22 91�Թ��� Brewing Arts program enhances career training access to veterans - USF St. Petersburg CampusVeterans have shown a keen interest in the brewing arts for years, with many opening their own breweries or becoming head brewers at establishments in Tampa Bay and across Florida.New graduates pose with USF administrators, faculty and community partners during the most recent graduation ceremony for USF's Brewing Arts program.https://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/usf-brewing-arts-program-enhances-career-training-access-to-veterans.aspxBusiness Newshttps://www.forbes.com/advisor/retirement/social-security-trust-fund-depletion-2032-lmandp5/The depletion is not entirely due to political consequences alone. Other factors, like a rapidly growing aging population and lower birth rates, are also contributing to Social Security insolvency.External ArticleWed, 10 Jun 2026 17:53:08 The Social Security Trust Fund could be depleted by 2032: Should you be worried? - ForbesThe depletion is not entirely due to political consequences alone. Other factors, like a rapidly growing aging population and lower birth rates, are also contributing to Social Security insolvency.social security cardhttps://www.forbes.com/advisor/retirement/social-security-trust-fund-depletion-2032-lmandp5/Research and InnovationKate Tiedemann School of Business and Financehttps://www.hernandosun.com/2026/06/10/hadden-speaks-small-business-at-chamber-breakfast/The SBDC’s regional director, Carl Hadden, spoke to the crowd of local business owners to help educate them on what his organization does.External ArticleWed, 10 Jun 2026 17:21:30 Hadden speaks small business at chamber breakfast - Hernando SunThe SBDC’s regional director, Carl Hadden, spoke to the crowd of local business owners to help educate them on what his organization does.carl haddenhttps://www.hernandosun.com/2026/06/10/hadden-speaks-small-business-at-chamber-breakfast/Research and Innovationhttps://baynews9.com/fl/tampa/news/2026/06/07/tampa-st--pete-job-market-on-the-rise-for-college-graduates-as-recent-study-shows-area-to-be-one-of-the-fastest-growing-in-the-nationA recent study shows the job market in Tampa and St. Petersburg to be one of the fastest growing in the nation.External ArticleSun, 07 Jun 2026 17:18:04 Study: Tampa-St. Pete job market on the rise for college graduates, one of the fastest growing in the nation - Bay News 9A recent study shows the job market in Tampa and St. Petersburg to be one of the fastest growing in the nation.shivendu shivenduhttps://baynews9.com/fl/tampa/news/2026/06/07/tampa-st--pete-job-market-on-the-rise-for-college-graduates-as-recent-study-shows-area-to-be-one-of-the-fastest-growing-in-the-nationResearch and InnovationSchool of Information Systemshttps://www.hospitalitynet.org/panel/sustainability-in-hospitality/the-best-sustainability-resources-in-the-age-of-aiA panel of experts shares the best sustainability resources in the age of AI, from analyzing energy use to predicting the environmental impact of hotel operations.External ArticleThu, 04 Jun 2026 17:29:30 The best sustainability resources in the age of AI - HospitalityNetA panel of experts shares the best sustainability resources in the age of AI, from analyzing energy use to predicting the environmental impact of hotel operations.sustainability in hospitalityhttps://www.hospitalitynet.org/panel/sustainability-in-hospitality/the-best-sustainability-resources-in-the-age-of-aiResearch and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,School of Hospitality and Sport Management/world/news/2026/nafsa-partner-day.aspxInternational education leaders from around the world traveled to USF’s Tampa campus on May 29 as part of their learning experience at NAFSA.External ArticleWed, 03 Jun 2026 17:25:35 Whirlwind USF World tour: NAFSA attendees from around the globe get inside look at Tampa campus - USF WorldInternational education leaders from around the world traveled to USF’s Tampa campus on May 29 as part of their learning experience at NAFSA.usf tour/world/news/2026/nafsa-partner-day.aspxBusiness Newshttps://83degreesmedia.com/st-pete-innovation-district-celebrates-10-years-looks-to-future/The St. Pete Innovation District is a hub of research, entrepreneurship, education, and collaboration.External ArticleFri, 29 May 2026 17:43:50 St Pete Innovation District celebrates 10 years, looks to future - 83 DegreesThe St. Pete Innovation District is a hub of research, entrepreneurship, education, and collaboration.St. Pete Innovation Districthttps://83degreesmedia.com/st-pete-innovation-district-celebrates-10-years-looks-to-future/Business News,EntrepreneurshipFintech,Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance/news/2026/usf-supply-chain-expert-on-gas-prices-shipping-and-the-strait-of-hormuz.aspxAs tensions in the Middle East continue to make headlines, experts warn that disruptions thousands of miles away can quickly affect everyday life in the United States.External ArticleFri, 29 May 2026 17:35:21 91�Թ��� supply chain expert on gas prices, shipping and the Strait of Hormuz - USF NewsAs tensions in the Middle East continue to make headlines, experts warn that disruptions thousands of miles away can quickly affect everyday life in the United States.cargo ship/news/2026/usf-supply-chain-expert-on-gas-prices-shipping-and-the-strait-of-hormuz.aspxResearch and InnovationSchool of Marketing and Innovation,Supply Chain/business/news/2026/05-29-faculty-thrive.aspx91�Թ��� faculty members are turning years of research into real-world ventures through the Nault Center for Entrepreneurship’s THRIVE program. Meet the innovators behind two startups who are tackling challenges affecting millions of people.Alexis WalshFri, 29 May 2026 11:43:07 91�Թ��� faculty researchers turn discoveries into ventures through THRIVE91�Թ��� faculty members are turning years of research into real-world ventures through the Nault Center for Entrepreneurship’s THRIVE program. Meet the innovators behind two startups who are tackling challenges affecting millions of people.Panthea THRIVE Pitch/business/news/2026/05-29-faculty-thrive.aspxBusiness News,Entrepreneurship,Events,Research and InnovationSchool of Management/news/2026/70-years-of-usf-research.aspx91�Թ���’s research portfolio reflects an institution that aligns with national priorities, from health and technology to national security initiatives.External ArticleThu, 28 May 2026 17:49:17 70 years of discovery: How USF built a research powerhouse - USF News91�Թ���’s research portfolio reflects an institution that aligns with national priorities, from health and technology to national security initiatives.91�Թ���: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/70-years-of-usf-research.aspxResearch and Innovation/business/news/2026/05-27-brandstorm-usf-innovation-competition.aspxThe USF team was one of five finalist teams in the United States that pitched their concept to executives at L’Oréal’s New York headquarters in mid-April.Jennifer SaibleWed, 27 May 2026 15:42:33 91�Թ��� team makes U.S. finals in global L’Oréal Brandstorm competitionThe USF team was one of five finalist teams in the United States that pitched their concept to executives at L’Oréal’s New York headquarters in mid-April.usf team pitches at loreal brandstorm/business/news/2026/05-27-brandstorm-usf-innovation-competition.aspxBusiness NewsSchool of Marketing and Innovationhttps://www.wfla.com/news/for-the-culture/usf-student-athlete-invents-smart-water-bottle-attachment-to-help-track-hydration/A 91�Թ��� student-athlete has created a new device that turns any water bottle into a smart water bottle as a way to curb dehydration.External ArticleTue, 26 May 2026 17:57:17 91�Թ��� student-athlete invents smart water bottle attachment to help track hydration - WFLAA 91�Թ��� student-athlete has created a new device that turns any water bottle into a smart water bottle as a way to curb dehydration.syp hydrationhttps://www.wfla.com/news/for-the-culture/usf-student-athlete-invents-smart-water-bottle-attachment-to-help-track-hydration/EntrepreneurshipSchool of Management/research-innovation/news/2026/usf-announces-spring-2026-internal-grant-awards-recipients.aspxThe newly formed Council on Research, Scholarship and Creative Activity oversaw six internal award competitions. Collectively, these programs represent a $1.7 million investment supporting 60 principal investigators across 12 colleges.External ArticleThu, 21 May 2026 17:13:20 91�Թ��� invests $1.7 million in 60 faculty across 12 colleges to foster research innovation, collaboration and impact - USF ResearchThe newly formed Council on Research, Scholarship and Creative Activity oversaw six internal award competitions. Collectively, these programs represent a $1.7 million investment supporting 60 principal investigators across 12 colleges.research/research-innovation/news/2026/usf-announces-spring-2026-internal-grant-awards-recipients.aspxResearch and InnovationSchool of Information Systems/ons/news/2026/newest-usf-gilman-scholars-join-tradition-of-success.aspxTwo of the Gilman Scholars studying business and marketing – Alecia Itembo and Payton Wesley – will travel to Florence this summer to experience the fashion industry.External ArticleThu, 21 May 2026 17:09:20 Spring 2026 Gilman scholars join tradition of success 91�Թ��� - Office of National ScholarsTwo of the Gilman Scholars studying business and marketing – Alecia Itembo and Payton Wesley – will travel to Florence this summer to experience the fashion industry.florence italy/ons/news/2026/newest-usf-gilman-scholars-join-tradition-of-success.aspxHonors and AwardsSchool of Marketing and Innovationhttps://wallethub.com/credit-cards/international/#expert=Seden_DoganSeden Dogan, a faculty member in the School of Hospitality and Sport Management, shares her expertise on the best credit cards for international travel.External ArticleThu, 21 May 2026 17:01:34 Best credit cards for international travel - WalletHubSeden Dogan, a faculty member in the School of Hospitality and Sport Management, shares her expertise on the best credit cards for international travel.credit cardshttps://wallethub.com/credit-cards/international/#expert=Seden_DoganResearch and InnovationSchool of Hospitality and Sport Management/business/news/2026/05-12-pfp-mentorship-program-opens-doors-for-usf-students.aspxLaunched in fall 2025, the program is reaping the benefits of building meaningful connections between students and industry professionals.Elizabeth L. BrownThu, 14 May 2026 11:44:36 Career connections: How a personal financial planning mentorship program opens doorsLaunched in fall 2025, the program is reaping the benefits of building meaningful connections between students and industry professionals.neil foley/business/news/2026/05-12-pfp-mentorship-program-opens-doors-for-usf-students.aspxBusiness News,SpotlightsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Financehttps://www.wsj.com/personal-finance/tips-trends-culture-weekends-6df0d824A USF study finds that when restaurant patrons spend money elsewhere, they cut back on their gratuities.External ArticleSat, 09 May 2026 17:03:08 Why do people tip less on the weekends? - Wall Street JournalA USF study finds that when restaurant patrons spend money elsewhere, they cut back on their gratuities.illustration showing the days of the week and a waiterhttps://www.wsj.com/personal-finance/tips-trends-culture-weekends-6df0d824Research and InnovationKate Tiedemann School of Business and Financehttps://baynews9.com/fl/tampa/news/2026/05/05/bradenton-butchers-see-rise-in-bulk-meat-sales-amid-price-hikes--91�Թ��� marketing professor Dipayan Biswas says there are several reasons for the increase in bulk meat purchases.External ArticleSat, 09 May 2026 10:37:17 Bradenton butchers see rise in bulk meat sales amid price hikes - Spectrum News91�Թ��� marketing professor Dipayan Biswas says there are several reasons for the increase in bulk meat purchases.the chop shophttps://baynews9.com/fl/tampa/news/2026/05/05/bradenton-butchers-see-rise-in-bulk-meat-sales-amid-price-hikes--Research and InnovationSchool of Marketing and Innovationhttps://www.bloomberg.com/news/features/2026-05-08/for-business-schools-executive-education-is-a-source-of-much-needed-cash?accessToken=eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJzb3VyY2UiOiJTdWJzY3JpYmVyR2lmdGVkQXJ0aWNsZSIsImlhdCI6MTc3ODI1ODQwMywiZXhwIjoxNzc4ODYzMjAzLCJhcnRpY2xlSWQiOiJURVExSzdLSVVRMFowMCIsImJjb25uZWN0SWQiOiIxQTFENTBFMzc1QjY0ODI5QTA1RjA4QjAyQkE0NzdFQyJ9.6KrrljB3eUV_6wALYZ3DaFrWUflmA3oD8YJR-A0NVPU%26leadSource=uverify%20wallFor the business schools that offer it, executive education—which typically comprises short courses on narrow subjects that don’t lead to a graduate degree—can be a source of much-needed cash.External ArticleFri, 08 May 2026 14:18:59 Business schools need cash. Some are counting on executive education - BloombergFor the business schools that offer it, executive education—which typically comprises short courses on narrow subjects that don’t lead to a graduate degree—can be a source of much-needed cash.executive educationhttps://www.bloomberg.com/news/features/2026-05-08/for-business-schools-executive-education-is-a-source-of-much-needed-cash?accessToken=eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJzb3VyY2UiOiJTdWJzY3JpYmVyR2lmdGVkQXJ0aWNsZSIsImlhdCI6MTc3ODI1ODQwMywiZXhwIjoxNzc4ODYzMjAzLCJhcnRpY2xlSWQiOiJURVExSzdLSVVRMFowMCIsImJjb25uZWN0SWQiOiIxQTFENTBFMzc1QjY0ODI5QTA1RjA4QjAyQkE0NzdFQyJ9.6KrrljB3eUV_6wALYZ3DaFrWUflmA3oD8YJR-A0NVPU%26leadSource=uverify%20wallResearch and InnovationKate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance/business/news/2026/05-07-usf-muma-business-students-named-king-oneal-scholars.aspxAside from their perfect academic records, they shared their stories of resiliency, achievement, and what made their time 91�Թ��� so special.Elizabeth L. BrownThu, 07 May 2026 15:39:55 Achieving GPA perfection: Muma students named King O’Neal ScholarsAside from their perfect academic records, they shared their stories of resiliency, achievement, and what made their time 91�Թ��� so special.king o'neal scholars /business/news/2026/05-07-usf-muma-business-students-named-king-oneal-scholars.aspxBusiness News,Honors and AwardsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance,Lynn Pippenger School of Accountancy,School of Information Systems,School of Management,School of Marketing and Innovation/news/2026/usf-graduate-turns-lifelong-love-of-football-into-buccaneers-front-office-role.aspxChase Cooper has joined the Buccaneers, working on the business side of football. His role doesn’t focus on wins, losses or play calls, but on the numbers that drive revenue and shape the fan experience.External ArticleWed, 06 May 2026 17:16:23 91�Թ��� graduate turns lifelong love of football into Buccaneers front-office role - USF NewsChase Cooper has joined the Buccaneers, working on the business side of football. His role doesn’t focus on wins, losses or play calls, but on the numbers that drive revenue and shape the fan experience.chase cooper/news/2026/usf-graduate-turns-lifelong-love-of-football-into-buccaneers-front-office-role.aspxBusiness NewsSchool of Hospitality and Sport Management,Vinik Sport & Entertainment Management Programhttps://www.sarasotamanatee.usf.edu/news/2026/from-marine-corps-to-usf-graduate.aspxRoberto Mundo, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and first-generation college graduate, earned his bachelor’s degree in finance from the 91�Թ��� Sarasota-Manatee this spring.External ArticleWed, 06 May 2026 17:09:06 From Marine Corps to USF graduate: Roberto Mundo fulfills a family dream - USF Sarasota-ManateeRoberto Mundo, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and first-generation college graduate, earned his bachelor’s degree in finance from the 91�Թ��� Sarasota-Manatee this spring.roberto mundohttps://www.sarasotamanatee.usf.edu/news/2026/from-marine-corps-to-usf-graduate.aspxBusiness News,SpotlightsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance/news/2026/the-writing-was-on-the-dresser-a-multigenerational-usf-family-adds-two-sons-to-its-alumni-ranks.aspxRaised on campus traditions by parents who met 91�Թ���, the Fueyos are continuing a multigenerational connection that now spans careers in business, insurance and education.External ArticleMon, 04 May 2026 17:23:10 The writing was on the dresser: A multigenerational USF family adds two sons to its alumni ranks - USF NewsRaised on campus traditions by parents who met 91�Թ���, the Fueyos are continuing a multigenerational connection that now spans careers in business, insurance and education.evan fueyo /news/2026/the-writing-was-on-the-dresser-a-multigenerational-usf-family-adds-two-sons-to-its-alumni-ranks.aspxBusiness News,SpotlightsSchool of Risk Management and Insurance/business/news/2026/05-04-usf-muma-college-of-business-launches-roi-return-on-ideas-magazine.aspxIn its inaugural spring 2026 issue, the publication features in-depth trend stories, interviews with executive leaders, consumer and innovation insights, and practical takeaways for professionals.Elizabeth L. BrownMon, 04 May 2026 09:12:30 91�Թ��� Muma College of Business launches ROI — Return on Ideas magazineIn its inaugural spring 2026 issue, the publication features in-depth trend stories, interviews with executive leaders, consumer and innovation insights, and practical takeaways for professionals.ROI cover image/business/news/2026/05-04-usf-muma-college-of-business-launches-roi-return-on-ideas-magazine.aspxBusiness Newshttps://crowsneststpete.com/2026/04/30/usf-alums-create-opportunities-for-students/A donation of $1.75 million to the Nault Center for Entrepreneurship will create the Hafer THRIVE Entrepreneurship Program, which plans to assist young entrepreneurs to fulfil their monetary goals.External ArticleThu, 30 Apr 2026 16:17:43 91�Թ��� alums create opportunities for students - The Crow's NestA donation of $1.75 million to the Nault Center for Entrepreneurship will create the Hafer THRIVE Entrepreneurship Program, which plans to assist young entrepreneurs to fulfil their monetary goals.andy and eileen haferhttps://crowsneststpete.com/2026/04/30/usf-alums-create-opportunities-for-students/Business News,EntrepreneurshipSchool of Management/business/news/2026/04-30-conversation-with-a-ceo-bill-lombardo.aspxLombardo, CEO of Monin Americas, touched on corporate lessons learned, advice to young managers, and traits that everyone needs to succeed.Elizabeth L. BrownThu, 30 Apr 2026 11:39:58 Bill Lombardo shares his rule-bending successes at Conversation with a CEOLombardo, CEO of Monin Americas, touched on corporate lessons learned, advice to young managers, and traits that everyone needs to succeed.Conversation with a CEO with Bill Lombardo/business/news/2026/04-30-conversation-with-a-ceo-bill-lombardo.aspxBusiness News,EventsSchool of Hospitality and Sport Management/business/news/2026/04-25-investment-club-hosts-student-tournament.aspxThe tournament, held for the first time at the Muma College of Business, brought together 18 finalist teams representing 17 universities across the U.S.Fri, 24 Apr 2026 15:26:16 Investment Club 91�Թ��� hosts fifth annual Student Investment TournamentThe tournament, held for the first time at the Muma College of Business, brought together 18 finalist teams representing 17 universities across the U.S.investment club at usf/business/news/2026/04-25-investment-club-hosts-student-tournament.aspxBusiness NewsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance/business/news/2026/04-24-usf-team-wins-national-supply-chain-case-competition.aspxThe case was based on current trends in the supply chain industry and the competition was designed to mirror the speed and pressure of real-world logistics decision-making.Isabela GilbertiFri, 24 Apr 2026 14:00:04 High-stakes logistics: USF team wins national supply chain case competitionThe case was based on current trends in the supply chain industry and the competition was designed to mirror the speed and pressure of real-world logistics decision-making.student supply chain management team/business/news/2026/04-24-usf-team-wins-national-supply-chain-case-competition.aspxBusiness NewsSchool of Marketing and Innovation,Supply Chain/business/news/2026/roi-spring-10-beats-ten.aspxWhen it comes to numbers, how you write them can shape what people believe.Wed, 22 Apr 2026 22:11:08 Why “10” beats “Ten” in winning consumer trustWhen it comes to numbers, how you write them can shape what people believe.graphic of a boxing ring with the number 10 having beaten the word ten/business/news/2026/roi-spring-10-beats-ten.aspxResearch and InnovationSchool of Marketing and Innovation/business/news/2026/roi-spring-business-for-good.aspxTen questions with Metropolitan Ministries president and CEO Sarah Combs.By Elizabeth L. BrownWed, 22 Apr 2026 22:11:08 Business for GoodTen questions with Metropolitan Ministries president and CEO Sarah Combs.Metropolitan Ministries president and CEO Sarah Combs/business/news/2026/roi-spring-business-for-good.aspxSpotlightsDoctor of Business Administration/business/news/2026/roi-spring-can-generative-ai-elevate-hospitality.aspxHotels, restaurants and destinations are experimenting with generative AI, from automated marketing copy to personalized travel recommendations. But in an industry built on human connection, the stakes are high.Wed, 22 Apr 2026 22:11:08 Can generative AI elevate hospitality without eroding the human touch?Hotels, restaurants and destinations are experimenting with generative AI, from automated marketing copy to personalized travel recommendations. But in an industry built on human connection, the stakes are high.person using a laptop and holding a coffee/business/news/2026/roi-spring-can-generative-ai-elevate-hospitality.aspxResearch and InnovationSchool of Hospitality and Sport Management/business/news/2026/roi-spring-cloning-the-past-for-the-future.aspxMatt James on good genomes, conservation and bringing back the dire wolf.By Elizabeth L. BrownWed, 22 Apr 2026 22:11:08 Cloning the Past for the FutureMatt James on good genomes, conservation and bringing back the dire wolf.two men holding a young dire wolf/business/news/2026/roi-spring-cloning-the-past-for-the-future.aspxSpotlights/business/news/2026/roi-spring-complex-disclosures-can-backfire.aspxSimplifying financial disclosures may do more than improve clarity. It could prevent a ripple effect of strategic inattention that weakens decision-making across entire markets.Wed, 22 Apr 2026 22:11:08 Complex disclosures can backfire, even for sophisticated investorsSimplifying financial disclosures may do more than improve clarity. It could prevent a ripple effect of strategic inattention that weakens decision-making across entire markets.graphic of items that depict the different aspects of financial disclosure/business/news/2026/roi-spring-complex-disclosures-can-backfire.aspxResearch and InnovationKate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance/business/news/2026/roi-spring-decoding-the-pressure-stressed-overwhelmed.aspxFive tips on how to preserve your mental healthBy: Camille C. KnoxWed, 22 Apr 2026 22:11:08 Stressed and Overwhelmed?Five tips on how to preserve your mental healthStressed & Overwhelmed/business/news/2026/roi-spring-decoding-the-pressure-stressed-overwhelmed.aspxResearch and InnovationSchool of Management/business/news/2026/roi-spring-decoding-the-pressure.aspxHow researchers are using AI to detect burnout from classrooms to boardrooms.By: Camille C. KnoxWed, 22 Apr 2026 22:11:08 Decoding the PressureHow researchers are using AI to detect burnout from classrooms to boardrooms.illustrated face with mental issues overlayed/business/news/2026/roi-spring-decoding-the-pressure.aspxResearch and InnovationLynn Pippenger School of Accountancy,School of Information Systems/business/news/2026/roi-spring-empathetic-chatbot-worse.aspxAfter a service failure, customers expect empathy. When a human employee understands a customer’s frustration and shows they share that feeling, it can calm tensions and rebuild trust. But new research suggests that when a chatbot tries the same tactic, it can backfire.Wed, 22 Apr 2026 22:11:08 When an empathetic chatbot can make things worseAfter a service failure, customers expect empathy. When a human employee understands a customer’s frustration and shows they share that feeling, it can calm tensions and rebuild trust. But new research suggests that when a chatbot tries the same tactic, it can backfire.blue robot with a smile/business/news/2026/roi-spring-empathetic-chatbot-worse.aspxResearch and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,School of Information Systems/business/news/2026/roi-spring-free-sample-effects-last.aspxFree samples are everywhere, from grocery aisles to mailboxes to online sign-ups. But does it matter how you get one?Wed, 22 Apr 2026 22:11:08 Does it matter where you get a free sample? Yes, and the effects lastFree samples are everywhere, from grocery aisles to mailboxes to online sign-ups. But does it matter how you get one?assorted cosmetics/business/news/2026/roi-spring-free-sample-effects-last.aspxResearch and InnovationSchool of Marketing and Innovation/business/news/2026/roi-spring-going-the-extra-mile-quelling-burnout.aspxThe “quiet quitting” term began to make its way across social media early on in the pandemic, with some bragging, while others warned of, the act of doing the bare minimum requirements of the job. While the work was still getting done, much of the extra, unpaid labor was not.By Lauren Coffey Wed, 22 Apr 2026 22:11:08 Quelling BurnoutThe “quiet quitting” term began to make its way across social media early on in the pandemic, with some bragging, while others warned of, the act of doing the bare minimum requirements of the job. While the work was still getting done, much of the extra, unpaid labor was not.Quelling Burnout/business/news/2026/roi-spring-going-the-extra-mile-quelling-burnout.aspxResearch and InnovationSchool of Management,School of Marketing and Innovation/business/news/2026/roi-spring-going-the-extra-mile.aspxThe “quiet quitting” term began to make its way across social media early on in the pandemic, with some bragging, while others warned of, the act of doing the bare minimum requirements of the job. While the work was still getting done, much of the extra, unpaid labor was not.By Lauren Coffey Wed, 22 Apr 2026 22:11:08 Going the [Extra] MileThe “quiet quitting” term began to make its way across social media early on in the pandemic, with some bragging, while others warned of, the act of doing the bare minimum requirements of the job. While the work was still getting done, much of the extra, unpaid labor was not.graphic of people moving up and down stairs while being watched/business/news/2026/roi-spring-going-the-extra-mile.aspxResearch and InnovationSchool of Management,School of Marketing and Innovation