Accounting Department Named for William DillardThe act of naming a department is pivotal to the continued improvement of the accounting department and to our college as a whole.image description of the featured image goes here02/12/202010 U of A Students to Be Selected for Free Friedman Colloquium in Vermontimage description of the featured image goes here10/22/2018A Masters in Using Data Comes to U of Aimage description of the featured image goes hereisys01/08/2020isysBe Happy. Be Safe. Be Epic.image description of the featured image goes here08/20/202010 U of A Students to Be Selected for Friedman Colloquium in Vermontimage description of the featured image goes here01/23/2018Accounting Research Conference Sparks Collaborationimage description of the featured image goes here08/18/201714 Students to Serve as 2018-19 Walton Ambassadorsimage description of the featured image goes here05/09/201815 Students Chosen as 2019-20 Walton Ambassadorsimage description of the featured image goes here03/29/2019Academia and Industry Collaborate for Insights into Future of Retailimage description of the featured image goes here03/05/202117 Students Selected as Walton College Ambassadors for 2020-21image description of the featured image goes here04/27/2020Accepting Applications for Student Podcast Teamimage description of the featured image goes here06/04/20212017 Arkansas Business Hall of Fame Inductees Are Announcedimage description of the featured image goes here10/19/2016Accreditation Renewed for Walton College and Accountingimage description of the featured image goes here05/09/2017Noel Morris: Boundlessimage description of the featured image goes here04/30/20182018 Arkansas Business Hall of Fame Inductees Namedimage description of the featured image goes here10/17/201727 Named to the Walton Dean’s Student Advisory Boardimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain11/20/2014supplychain2018 China Logistics Insights Report Released With Theme Focusing on Green Supply Chainimage description of the featured image goes here02/05/2019Alumna Honors Father’s Teaching Legacy with Giftimage description of the featured image goes here04/02/20152018 Walton College freshman orientationimage description of the featured image goes here06/05/2018Adding Value, Gaining Experienceimage description of the featured image goes here08/17/20172019 Arkansas Business Hall of Fame Inductees Announcedimage description of the featured image goes here10/10/2018Andrew Miles: EMBA Class of 2017image description of the featured image goes here03/01/20162021 Outstanding Women of Waltonimage description of the featured image goes here03/04/2021Advising Questions? We’ve Got You Covered.image description of the featured image goes here08/21/2020Accounting Ph.D. Alumnus Receives National Outstanding Educator Awardimage description of the featured image goes here08/09/2018Accreditation Extended for Walton College and Department of AccountingAACSB accreditation is a reflection of the national prominence of our accounting faculty, our commitment to students, and the faculty’s team-focused approached to fulfilling our mission.image description of the featured image goes hereaacsb03/15/2022aacsbAdriana Hofer Named Director of Walton College Global Engagement Officeimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain01/21/2016supplychainAdvance Arkansas Scholarship Created for Lincoln, Jefferson County Studentsimage description of the featured image goes here02/06/2019Alford, Lyster and Foster Named Presenter of the Year Finalists by Walton CollegeWalton College students (l-r) Luke Lyster (2nd), Avery Alford (1st) and Sydney Foster (3rd) placed in the Presenter of the Year Competition.image description of the featured image goes here11/15/2021Allen Publishes Crowdsourcing Research in Journal of Marketingimage description of the featured image goes here10/05/2017Allred Selected as Walton College Employee of the QuarterStacy Allred, graphic designer in the Graduate School of Business, has been named employee of the first quarter by the Sam M. Walton College of Business.image description of the featured image goes here10/26/2021Alumni Donate Barron’s in Education Program to Walton College Students, Faculty and Staffimage description of the featured image goes here08/28/2020Alumni Provide Barron’s Subscriptions for Walton Collegeimage description of the featured image goes here09/30/2019Alumnus Appointed Corcoran President of Salesimage description of the featured image goes here05/29/2018Alumnus Donates to Help Create Aerosol Boxes for Hospitals, Fire Departmentsimage description of the featured image goes here05/05/2020BRITTANY SIMMONS – EMBA CLASS OF 2016image description of the featured image goes here03/01/2016American Marketing Association Chapter Wins Awards at International Collegiate Conferenceimage description of the featured image goes here04/25/2017Arkansas Wins 2017 SEC Student Pitch Competitionimage description of the featured image goes here11/14/2017Amy Farmer Recognized With Outstanding All-Around Faculty Awardimage description of the featured image goes here04/14/2020Arkansas Fellowship Deadline is Approachingimage description of the featured image goes here10/14/2014Anand Named Executive Director Of Strategic Planning And Innovationimage description of the featured image goes here07/01/2015Article on Women’s Entrepreneurship Wins Best Paper Award at AMJimage description of the featured image goes here01/15/2019Apple Selected as Walton College Employee of the QuarterChristine Apple, director of outreach in the Supply Chain Management Research Center, has been named employee of the third quarter by the Sam M. Walton College of Business.image description of the featured image goes heresupplychain05/04/2021supplychainAvert a Blood Crisis. Donate Blood Jan. 25 – 26.Walton College is hosting a blood drive Jan. 25 and 26, 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., in Willard J. Walker Hall, room 216. All blood types are needed; appointments are not necessary.image description of the featured image goes here01/20/2022Arkansas Business Hall of Fame Class of 2022 NamedPeggy Clark, George Gleason, Tom Faust and Ginger Graham have been selected to the Arkansas Business Hall of Fame as the class of 2022.image description of the featured image goes here11/02/2021Arkansas Health and Business Symposium in Little Rockimage description of the featured image goes here08/01/2019Arkansas Business Hall of Fame Seeks Nominations for Class of 2023image description of the featured image goes here03/11/2022Baker Parks Named Employee of the Year by Walton Collegeimage description of the featured image goes here07/14/2017Award-Winning Ghanaian Entrepreneur to Speak on Social Innovationimage description of the featured image goes here08/30/2017Banner Year for Startup Teams in Regional, National Competitionsimage description of the featured image goes here05/09/2018Barbara Lofton Receives John H. Johnson Humanitarian Award"She has worked 25 years at Walton, encouraging a multitude of students and helping them find their way."Barbara Lofton11/09/2021Bear State Bank Supports Fleischer Spirit Scholars Programimage description of the featured image goes here03/17/2017Bell, LaFrance, Ward, Wray to Join Arkansas Business Hall of Fameimage description of the featured image goes here10/14/2014Bestselling Author Ijeoma Oluo Speaks to Academic and Business Community Across Arkansasimage description of the featured image goes here11/13/2020BioBridge LLC Takes Third Place at Brown-Forman Cardinal Challengeimage description of the featured image goes here02/18/2015Blockchain Center of Excellence Launches Initiative Highlighting Female LeadersThe initiative was kicked off by sharing a video spotlight series that is now featured on the center's website and published on the Women in Blockchain playlist on the Walton College YouTube page.image description of the featured image goes here05/21/2021Blockchain Center Welcomes First Five Companies to Executive Advisory Boardimage description of the featured image goes here10/17/2018Blockchain Hackathon a Success For Students, Companiesimage description of the featured image goes here11/01/2017Board Accepting Nominations for the 2019 Arkansas Business Hall of Fameimage description of the featured image goes here06/15/2018Board Pauses Selection of New Business Hall of Fame Inductees for 2021image description of the featured image goes here09/24/2020Brewer Family Entrepreneurship Hub to Open Sept. 29image description of the featured image goes here09/25/2017BROOKE ATWELL – CLASS OF 2016image description of the featured image goes here03/01/2016‘Cafe’ Helping Students Face Daunting Task of Writing a Thesisimage description of the featured image goes here03/15/2018Brownback Publishes Classroom Grading Research in Economics of Education Reviewimage description of the featured image goes here12/13/2017Callander and Cummings Recognized with Schulze Publication AwardThe authors explore how to bridge the gap between art and business. Michael Cummings and Adrienne Callanderfacultysevi07/08/2022faculty,seviBrownback Receives Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Grant for Consumer Researchimage description of the featured image goes here06/27/2017Camp Introduces Business Degrees and Careers to Incoming Freshmenimage description of the featured image goes here06/29/2017Brownback to Present Paper at National Conference in Aprilimage description of the featured image goes herefacultyresearch03/08/2021faculty,researchCamp Introduces Retail Careers to Incoming Freshmenimage description of the featured image goes here07/08/2016Bullock Selected as Walton College Employee of the Quarterimage description of the featured image goes here04/24/2019Campbell Named Walton College Employee of the Yearimage description of the featured image goes here07/22/2014Campers Learn Technology Opportunities at Waltonimage description of the featured image goes here07/06/2016Career Bell Recognizes Student Successimage description of the featured image goes here10/15/2014Cassandra Davis — Ph.D. Candidate — Marketingimage description of the featured image goes here03/01/2016Chartwells Partnership Promotes McMillon Innovation Studio Health Initiativeimage description of the featured image goes here01/14/2019Celebrating Charles Murphy Jr., Arkansas Business Hall of Fame Inductee in 1999image description of the featured image goes here02/23/2021Chitester To Speak on ‘Quotable and Notable’ Milton Friedmanimage description of the featured image goes here11/15/2018Celebrating Dean Doyle Z. Williams and the Arkansas Business Hall of Fameimage description of the featured image goes here02/11/2021Check out the Commencement Photo Albumimage description of the featured image goes here05/09/2015Cold Emails, Warm Receptionsimage description of the featured image goes here02/01/2018Celebrating Jack Stephens, Arkansas Business Hall of Fame Inductee in 1999image description of the featured image goes here02/18/2021Christy Slay Named Next CEO of The Sustainability ConsortiumSlay will also remain TSC's current vice president, science and impact, and will work closely with the board and her leadership team.image description of the featured image goes here04/15/2022Celebrating Sam Walton, Arkansas Business Hall of Fame Inductee in 1999image description of the featured image goes here02/09/2021Clifton Selected as Walton College Employee of the YearBecca Clifton, director of the Walton Conference Hub and Facilities, has been named employee of the year by the Sam M. Walton College of Business. image description of the featured image goes here07/26/2021Celebrating the Arkansas Business Hall of Fameimage description of the featured image goes here02/04/2021Chitester to Speak About Economic Way of Thinkingimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain01/17/2018supplychainCelebrating William T. Dillard, Arkansas Business Hall of Fame Inductee in 1999image description of the featured image goes here02/16/2021Class Teaches Students: Control Your Money or It’ll Control Youimage description of the featured image goes here09/25/2017Center for Retailing Excellence Kicks Off Mentoring Circle for Studentsimage description of the featured image goes here11/03/2017Cold and Exciting Days Aheadimage description of the featured image goes here08/06/2015Center Publishes China Logistics Researchimage description of the featured image goes here11/27/2017Clifton Named Walton College Employee of the Third Quarterimage description of the featured image goes here04/19/2016CEO Retirements Cause Negative Reactions From Shareholders, Marketsimage description of the featured image goes here12/09/2015Clifton Selected as Walton College Employee of the Quarterimage description of the featured image goes here10/16/2020Charles Hoskinson to Serve as Keynote for Blockchain Conferenceimage description of the featured image goes hereisys09/17/2021isysClifton Named Walton College Employee of the Yearimage description of the featured image goes here07/13/2016Coleman Selected as Walton College Employee of the Quarterimage description of the featured image goes here01/21/2021Colleges Collaborate on Research into Efficiency, Physical Aspects of UPC Methodsimage description of the featured image goes here09/14/2017Walton College Commencement Highlightsimage description of the featured image goes here05/09/2014Dean Emeritus Williams Named to Accounting Hall of Fameimage description of the featured image goes here02/19/2020Community Bank Stress Testing for the COVID-19 Shockimage description of the featured image goes here03/30/2020Dean Waller Holds Student Town Hall on Sept. 20image description of the featured image goes here09/13/2017Community College Students Visit for Walton Transfer Dayimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain02/29/2016supplychainCommunity Pride: It’s in the Bag!image description of the featured image goes here08/26/2020Dean Waller Named ‘Rainmaker’ by DC Velocityimage description of the featured image goes here08/01/2016Conference Features Walton College Alumna and StaffBrittany Willis (M.B.A. 2016) and Synetra Hughes will be featured at the SoulCon BIPOC Media Conference in Fayetteville.image description of the featured image goes here04/04/2022David Speer to Retire May 31Speer to retire May 31 after 10 years with Walton College.image description of the featured image goes here04/30/2021Consumer Culture Theory Conference Held in Northwest Arkansasimage description of the featured image goes here07/08/2015Dean Waller Named to State Transformation Advisory Boardimage description of the featured image goes here02/21/2017Core Marketing: Students Place Concepts into Practiceimage description of the featured image goes herestudents01/13/2021studentsCycleWood Solutions Signs Agreement to Produce ‘Green’ Bags for Pet Wasteimage description of the featured image goes here03/12/2015Determined Behaviorimage description of the featured image goes here05/01/2020COVID Vaccine Efficacy Results Influenced by Vaccine Trial LocationsThe findings have important implications for shaping public policy, patient care and individual choices.image description of the featured image goes hereresearch05/25/2022researchDeadline to Register for Talk by Author Ijeoma Oluo is Friday, Oct. 30image description of the featured image goes here10/26/2020Crains Create Business Scholarship for Searcy, Conway Studentsimage description of the featured image goes here02/11/2016Cultivating Skills for the Virtual Job MarketDiscover how Walton College is equipping students with the essential skills needed for the virtual job market. Learn about their innovative programs and initiatives that prepare students for success in the digital workforce.image description of the featured image goes here05/06/2021EPIC Spotlight: Alex Nunnimage description of the featured image goes here03/21/2014Conference Features Executives From Walmart, Saatchi & Saatchi and Procter & Gambleimage description of the featured image goes here10/03/2014Dean Waller Speaks at Governor’s Transformation Town Hallimage description of the featured image goes here05/09/2018Create Social and Environmental Change; Join Net Impactimage description of the featured image goes here01/26/2016Deck to Discuss State, Northwest Arkansas Economic Trends, Issuesimage description of the featured image goes here09/09/2014Cronan, Douglas on Program at AACSB Data Analytics Summitimage description of the featured image goes here04/13/2018Delery Named Director of Walton Honors Programimage description of the featured image goes here09/07/2015Determined to Supportimage description of the featured image goes here04/28/2020Delery Named Editor-in-Chief of Human Resource Management Reviewimage description of the featured image goes here02/06/2020Economists to Discuss 2022 Outlook at 28th Business Forecast LuncheonThe event will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 28, at the Rogers Convention Center. Register now.image description of the featured image goes here12/08/2021Director of Social Innovation to Serve on UNESCO Steering Committeeimage description of the featured image goes here03/17/2016Eiler Selected as Walton College Employee of the Quarterimage description of the featured image goes here11/01/2019Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace Panel Sept. 18image description of the featured image goes here09/17/2019EMILY HARBUCK – EMBA CLASS OF 2017image description of the featured image goes here03/01/2016Diversity is E.P.I.C. 2017 Is This Week at Walton Collegeimage description of the featured image goes here10/23/2017Diversity Is EPIC at Walton Collegeimage description of the featured image goes here10/08/2018Economies of Smaller Cities, Rural Areas Likely Hardest Hit by COVID-19image description of the featured image goes here04/22/2020Doctoral Student Researches Consumer Behavior Toward Online Out-of-Stocksimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain02/24/2015supplychainEPIC Spotlight: Abby Davidsonimage description of the featured image goes here10/02/2014Douglas Receives Lifetime Achievement Award from Regional Decision Sciences Instituteimage description of the featured image goes here04/12/2018Eiler Selected as Walton College Employee of the Yearimage description of the featured image goes here08/14/2020Douglas Recipient of Teradata University Network Pioneer Awardimage description of the featured image goes here11/14/2017EPIC Spotlight: Abhijith Anandimage description of the featured image goes here05/16/2018DREW BOZARTH – EMBA CLASS OF 2015image description of the featured image goes here03/01/2016Economists to Discuss 2021 Outlook at 27th Arkansas Business Forecastimage description of the featured image goes here12/10/2020Economic Researchers Have Paper Accepted by Journal of Developmental Economicsimage description of the featured image goes here05/10/2018Entrepreneurship Team Wins Georgia Bowl Competitionimage description of the featured image goes here02/28/2017Economics Department Recognized Globallyimage description of the featured image goes here10/20/2014EPIC Alumni Spotlight: Lingyun Zhangimage description of the featured image goes here02/13/2019Economics Department Recognized Globallyimage description of the featured image goes here09/30/2014Economists to Discuss Outlook for 2020 at 26th Business Forecast Luncheonimage description of the featured image goes here12/11/2019Economics Doctoral Candidate’s Work Helps Improve Radiation Therapyimage description of the featured image goes here03/03/2015Ellstrand, Williams Named Associate Deansimage description of the featured image goes here06/08/2016Enactus Partners with the American Legion to Support Community Programsimage description of the featured image goes here12/12/2016Enrollment Opened for Dean Waller’s Forum: Entrepreneurs classimage description of the featured image goes here04/04/2018Entrepreneurship Professor Wins SEC Faculty Achievement Awardimage description of the featured image goes here05/09/2014EPIC Spotlight: Adam Stoverinkimage description of the featured image goes here09/22/2017EPIC Spotlight: Addison Scottimage description of the featured image goes here07/14/2016EPIC Spotlight: Anne Velliquetteimage description of the featured image goes here01/22/2015EPIC Spotlight: Adriana Rossiter-Hoferimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain03/21/2014supplychainEPIC Spotlight: Arya Gaduhimage description of the featured image goes here03/21/2014EPIC Spotlight: Ahmad Shah Mobarizimage description of the featured image goes here03/26/2019EPIC Spotlight: Ashleigh Toatleyimage description of the featured image goes here03/21/2014EPIC Spotlight: Alexandra Kosmitisimage description of the featured image goes here03/21/2014EPIC Spotlight: Ashley Jancuskaimage description of the featured image goes here03/21/2014EPIC Spotlight: Alice McMillanimage description of the featured image goes here03/21/2014EPIC Spotlight: Audrey Davidsonimage description of the featured image goes here03/21/2014EPIC SPOTLIGHT: Alissa Gardnerimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain08/23/2017supplychainEPIC Spotlight: Ashley Collinsimage description of the featured image goes here12/11/2017EPIC Spotlight: Allison “Alli” Kinseyimage description of the featured image goes here12/08/2014EPIC Spotlight: B.J. 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description of the featured image goes here03/24/2014EPIC Spotlight: Philip Meekimage description of the featured image goes here07/14/2016EPIC Spotlight: Lindsay Duckworthimage description of the featured image goes here09/15/2015EPIC Spotlight: Qili “Lily” Jinimage description of the featured image goes here03/24/2014EPIC Spotlight: Locke Isaacsonimage description of the featured image goes here03/24/2014EPIC Spotlight: Qin Wengimage description of the featured image goes here02/21/2019EPIC Spotlight: Luke Hollandimage description of the featured image goes here03/17/2017EPIC Spotlight: Quincy Jordanimage description of the featured image goes here03/24/2014EPIC Spotlight: Marcus Monkimage description of the featured image goes here03/24/2014EPIC Spotlight: Rachel Dukesimage description of the featured image goes here01/26/2015EPIC Spotlight: Maria Barrenecheaimage description of the featured image goes here03/24/2014EPIC Spotlight: Rachel Moorelandimage description of the featured image goes here12/22/2014EPIC Spotlight: Mark Zweigimage description of the featured image goes here09/18/2017EPIC Spotlight: Remko Van Hoekimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain03/05/2018supplychainEPIC Spotlight: Mary Lacityimage description of the featured image goes here10/25/2018EPIC Spotlight: Renee Clayimage description of the featured image goes here10/29/2019EPIC Spotlight: Matt Brownimage description of the featured image goes here08/21/2018EPIC Spotlight: Robin Yangimage description of the featured image goes here03/24/2014EPIC Spotlight: Michael Cummingsimage description of the featured image goes here01/24/2018EPIC Spotlight: Rod Thomasimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain09/21/2017supplychainEPIC Spotlight: Molly Rapertimage description of the featured image goes here03/24/2014EPIC Spotlight: Rohit Mittalimage description of the featured image goes here03/24/2014EPIC Spotlight: Muhammad Rahmanimage description of the featured image goes here07/07/2015EPIC Spotlight: Ron Freezeimage description of the featured image goes here03/28/2016EPIC Spotlight: Natalie Counceimage description of the featured image goes here04/10/2018EPIC Spotlight: Ryan Frazierimage description of the featured image goes here03/24/2014EPIC Spotlight: Nee Karasimage description of the featured image goes here08/23/2018EPIC Spotlight: Ross Lawrenceimage description of the featured image goes here10/05/2016EPIC Spotlight: Nick Dintelmannimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain03/24/2014supplychainEPIC Spotlight: Rwan El-Khatibimage description of the featured image goes here03/17/2015EPIC Spotlight – Nick Fosterimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain03/13/2018supplychainEPIC Spotlight: Nina Guptaimage description of the featured image goes here03/24/2014EPIC Spotlight: Samantha Francisimage description of the featured image goes here03/30/2014EPIC Spotlight: Varun Groverimage description of the featured image goes here05/03/2018EPIC Spotlight: Walton College Olympiansimage description of the featured image goes here03/30/2014EPIC Spotlight: Will Allredwill allred03/30/2014EPIC Spotlight: Will Edwardsimage description of the featured image goes here07/28/2017EPIC Spotlight: Xi Liimage description of the featured image goes here01/23/2019EPIC Spotlight: Xiao Maimage description of the featured image goes here04/28/2015EPIC Spotlight: Zach Steelmanimage description of the featured image goes here12/06/2017EPIC Student Spotlight – Qinyi Zhangimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain02/05/2018supplychainEPIC Student Story – Landri McGregorimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain01/22/2018supplychainEssen Selected as Walton College Employee of the Quarterimage description of the featured image goes here08/04/2020Executive Education Courses Offered in Little Rockimage description of the featured image goes here04/04/2019Family Bond and Shared University Experience Inspire New ScholarshipThe Sherry Wood and Wood Kaufman Endowed Scholarship will specifically assist freshmen finance majors, thanks to their $500,000 gift.walton collegeScholarshipsfinance11/04/2021Scholarships,financeExecutive Education to Host Free Small Business Panel DiscussionWalton College Executive Education will offer a free small business panel discussion focusing on lessons learned by startups in Bentonville on June 21.image description of the featured image goes here06/17/2021Expert Panel Offers Advice to New Internsimage description of the featured image goes here12/16/2019Experts Set to Discuss Economy at 23rd Business Forecast Luncheonimage description of the featured image goes here12/07/2016Experts Set to Discuss Economic Outlook at 21st Business Forecast Luncheonimage description of the featured image goes here12/16/2014Experts Set to Discuss Economy at 25th Business Forecast Luncheonimage description of the featured image goes here12/11/2018Experts Set to Discuss Economy at 22nd Business Forecast Luncheonimage description of the featured image goes here12/16/2015Farmer Study Accepted by International Review of Law and Economicsimage description of the featured image goes here10/24/2016Five Reasons to Study Abroadimage description of the featured image goes here09/30/2019Information Systems Professor Varun Grover Receives International Honorimage description of the featured image goes herefacultyisysresearch12/18/2020faculty,isys,researchFlagship Set To Serve Razorback Student-Athletes In NIL EraThe University of Arkansas has launched a program called "Flagship" to assist Razorback student-athletes in navigating the new Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) rules. This article discusses the resources and support available to student-athletes as they explore opportunities to monetize their personal brands in the NIL era.image description of the featured image goes here05/13/2021Nominate a Business Leader for the 2020 Arkansas Business Hall of Fameimage description of the featured image goes here05/16/2019Fleischer Scholars Experience Entrepreneurship and College Lifeimage description of the featured image goes here07/21/2016Grant Hylton Selected to Attend Princeton in Beijingimage description of the featured image goes here04/20/2018Fleischer Scholars Present Business Plans for Entrepreneurial Projectsimage description of the featured image goes here07/21/2017Grover, Venkatesh, Sabherwal Recognized as Top Information Systems Researchersimage description of the featured image goes here09/25/2017Fletchers Fuel Entrepreneurial Spirit With Creation of S.A.K.E. Fundimage description of the featured image goes here11/24/2015Four Honorees to Be Inducted Into Arkansas Business Hall of Fame in 2020image description of the featured image goes here10/10/2019Fletchers Fund Additional Support for Entrepreneurs With Lecture Series Giftimage description of the featured image goes here11/03/2017Fondren Named Walton College Employee of the Yearimage description of the featured image goes here07/17/2015Peters, 3 Others Chosen as SEC Academic Leadership Development Fellowsimage description of the featured image goes here10/18/2016Fondren Selected as Walton College Employee of the QuarterNancy Fondren, coordinator of academic services in the Graduate School of Business, has been named employee of the fourth quarter by the Sam M. Walton College of Business.image description of the featured image goes here07/21/2021Grox Industries to Compete in Rice Business Plan Competitionimage description of the featured image goes here03/20/2017Former Accounting Department Chair James Modisette Dies at Age 88image description of the featured image goes here11/10/2020Google, IBM and SamsClub.com Executives to Speak at Trends in Technology Conferenceimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain04/20/2017supplychainForum: Entrepreneurs Will Wed History, Future of Entrepreneurship in Arkansasimage description of the featured image goes here02/27/2018Founder of Free To Choose Network to Speak Dec. 6image description of the featured image goes here12/06/2016Harmon to Speak at Walton College Spring Commencementimage description of the featured image goes here04/15/2019Information Systems Professor David Douglas to Retire in Fall 2017image description of the featured image goes here03/31/2017Gaduh Named Research Associate for National Bureau of Economic ResearchGaduh earned a doctorate in economics from the University of Southern California, a master’s in economics from Cambridge University and bachelor’s in computer science from University of California at Berkeley.Gaduh05/12/2022Fox, Londagin Promoted at the Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Centerimage description of the featured image goes here09/24/2015Gauri Study Accepted for Publication in Management Scienceimage description of the featured image goes here09/29/2016Frauenheim Awarded National Supply Chain Management Education Scholarshipimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain05/07/2020supplychainGauri Answers Questions on Store Credit Cardsimage description of the featured image goes here05/08/2018Free Innovation and Entrepreneurship Workshops for Students, Faculty, Staff and Alumniimage description of the featured image goes here02/14/2019Going Global – Interning in Indiaimage description of the featured image goes here10/09/2017Freshman Students Learn to ‘Design Your Walton’image description of the featured image goes here08/27/2019Good Reads: Walton Reader’s Spotlightimage description of the featured image goes here08/31/2015Frito-Lay Executive to Speak at Walton Collegeimage description of the featured image goes here08/23/2016Goforth Joins NWA Council Executive CommitteeSarah Goforth, executive director of the Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation, will join the NWA Council Executive Committee.image description of the featured image goes here07/16/2021Frizzell Selected as Walton College Employee of the Quarterimage description of the featured image goes here08/20/2019Gilbrech Featured in Arkansas Fellowship Videoimage description of the featured image goes here11/11/2014From the Walton Magazine: At the Intersection of Business and Health Careimage description of the featured image goes here06/03/2019Gosain Establishes Technology Accelerator Internshipimage description of the featured image goes here09/19/2017Frye Named Employee of the Second Quarterimage description of the featured image goes here01/20/2016Full Circle: Manny MejiaManny Mejia's story exemplifies the power of education to transform lives. This Walton College alumnus shares his journey from first-gen student to business executive.image description of the featured image goes herespotlight05/07/2021spotlightGeng Publishes Regulation and Pricing Research in Journal of International Economicsimage description of the featured image goes here10/10/2017Gaduh Co-Authors Column on How Intergroup Contact Can Foster Nation-Buildingimage description of the featured image goes here01/12/2018Girls in IT Conferenceimage description of the featured image goes here12/10/2014Hancock Joins Walton Honors Programimage description of the featured image goes here08/12/2016Gaduh Named Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab Affiliated Professorimage description of the featured image goes here08/12/2020Ghana: Open for Businessimage description of the featured image goes here10/09/2014Got a New Product? Take It to the Hog Pen!image description of the featured image goes here10/03/2014Heard to Serve as Associate Director of Executive Education for Walton College in Little RockWalton College has appointed a new Associate Director of Executive Education at the Walton College in Little Rock. Shannon Heard will oversee the college's Executive Education programs and work to develop new initiatives to support professional development in the region. image description of the featured image goes here05/12/2021Heartland Challenge Competition Moves Online in Mayimage description of the featured image goes here04/15/2020Heinzel Named Walton College Employee of the Quarterimage description of the featured image goes here08/16/2018In Memoriam: Doyle Z. Williams, Former Walton College DeanDoyle Zane Williams, former dean of the Sam M. Walton College of Business, passed away Sept. 29 in Silver Spring, Md. He was 81.image description of the featured image goes here10/12/2021Jebaraj Selected For Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis Advisory Councilimage description of the featured image goes here05/03/2019In Memoriam: Joseph A. ZieglerJoseph Ziegler03/30/2014High School Students Learn Retail and Supply Chain Managementimage description of the featured image goes here08/01/2016Industry Experts, Academics Discuss Blockchainimage description of the featured image goes here04/10/2018Hindsight Team Wins McMillon Innovation Studio Design Contestimage description of the featured image goes here03/02/2018Hobby Becomes New Assistant Director of M.B.A. Programsimage description of the featured image goes here08/16/2017Hog Ride Offering Students Alternative Travel Planimage description of the featured image goes here10/13/2016Honors College Profiles Amy Farmerimage description of the featured image goes here11/27/2017Information Systems Honor Society Inducts Membersimage description of the featured image goes here05/10/2017How Business Schools Can Be a Part of the Solution to Racismimage description of the featured image goes here06/04/2020Images from Walton Commencement 2016image description of the featured image goes here05/17/2016Hughes Named Managing Director of the Dr. Barbara A. Lofton Office of Diversity and InclusionIn her new role, Synetra Hughes will oversee the execution of recruitment strategies with the Division of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Walton Undergraduate Programs and the Office of Student Success.image description of the featured image goes here08/17/2021Leadership Walton Students Use Lemonade Stands to Teach Entrepreneurshipimage description of the featured image goes here05/04/2017Information Technology Research Institute to Recognize 26 High School Women for Computing Achievements and Aspirationsimage description of the featured image goes here03/26/2019Jebaraj Elected to National Association for Business Economics BoardMervin Jebaraj, director of the Center for Business and Economic Research at Walton College, has been elected to the National Association for Business Economics Board.image description of the featured image goes hereeconomics07/19/2021economicsInformation Technology Students Receive Insight from Industry Executivesimage description of the featured image goes here10/05/2016Jebaraj to Serve on National Economics Boardimage description of the featured image goes here10/29/2018Institute Accepting Applications for Computing Awardimage description of the featured image goes here10/13/2016Institute Hosts IT Executive Forum for Studentsimage description of the featured image goes here09/07/2016Instructors Ready for Business Freshmenimage description of the featured image goes here08/24/2016Jed McCaleb to Keynote Kick-off for 2021 RZRblock Hackathonimage description of the featured image goes here01/26/2021IT Executive Forum for College Students To Be Held Nov. 1image description of the featured image goes here10/30/2018Jebaraj Named Employee of the Second Quarter by Walton Collegeimage description of the featured image goes here01/11/2017ITRI Hosts IT Day for Northeast Arkansas High School Studentsimage description of the featured image goes here03/30/2017Jeff Mullins Presented AIS Doctoral Dissertation Awardimage description of the featured image goes herefacultyisys12/21/2020faculty,isysITRI to Host IT Executive Forum for College Studentsimage description of the featured image goes here09/12/2017Jebaraj Named Director of Center for Business and Economic Researchimage description of the featured image goes here12/14/2017ITRI to Recognize 23 High School Women for Computing Achievementsimage description of the featured image goes here02/15/2018Jackson and Engskov Donate Barron’s Subscriptions to Walton Collegeimage description of the featured image goes herefinance12/16/2021financeJ.B. Hunt Leaders Talk to Students About Empowering Business Decisions Through Information Systemsimage description of the featured image goes here05/06/2016JAEL FIELDS – EMBA CLASS OF 2015image description of the featured image goes here03/01/2016J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc., U of A Create Supply Chain Innovation Centerimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain03/22/2017supplychainJoin Walton College in Bidding Nancy Fondren a Fond FarewellAfter 27 years of service, Nancy Fondren, coordinator of academic services for the Graduate School of Business, is retiring!image description of the featured image goes here05/23/2022Kali Publishes Research on ‘The Burden of Glory’ in Journal of Economics & Management Strategyimage description of the featured image goes here10/11/2017Leadership Walton Application Deadline Is July 31image description of the featured image goes here07/10/2017Kathy Deck Joins St. Louis Fed’s Real Estate Industry Councilimage description of the featured image goes here02/04/2016Leaning In with Scholarship, Fellowship and Mentorshipimage description of the featured image goes here10/31/2014Kelly Named Walton College Employee of the 3rd Quarterimage description of the featured image goes here04/17/2015Ken and Liz Allen Continue Legacy of Student Supportimage description of the featured image goes here10/03/2019Ken Ford: PhD Finance Candidateimage description of the featured image goes here03/01/2016Leadership Walton Applications OpenStudents enrolled in the Sam M. Walton College of Business now have the opportunity to apply to become a member of Leadership Walton.image description of the featured image goes here08/24/2021Kent Named Director of Supply Chain Management Research Centerimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain08/21/2015supplychainLawrence Makes Forbes’ Top Wealth Advisor Listimage description of the featured image goes here08/21/2017Kent Selected for Inaugural Class of Bush China Foundation Fellows Networkimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain02/08/2021supplychainKids Sell Lemonade Like a Boss on Saturdayimage description of the featured image goes here04/30/2019Koru Mindfulness Course to be Offered at Walton Collegeimage description of the featured image goes here10/07/2016Lacity Named Director of Blockchain Center of Excellenceimage description of the featured image goes here08/28/2018Lapovations Wins SEC Pitch Competitionimage description of the featured image goes here11/06/2018Leadership Walton Forms Student Executive Committeeimage description of the featured image goes here09/29/2017Lapovations Wins Second Place Overall at Startup Competitionimage description of the featured image goes here04/12/2018LAUREN WALDRIP – MBA CLASS OF 2015image description of the featured image goes here03/01/2016Nine Walton College Faculty Awarded Endowed Chairs, Professorshipsimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain09/09/2016supplychain‘Let’s Talk About Fraud’ Subject of Business Integrity Initiative’s Spring Programimage description of the featured image goes here01/05/2021Matt Waller Named Interim Deanimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain04/17/2015supplychainLet’s Talk Diversity: Moving from Inequity and Inclusion to ActionRegister now to hear guest speaker Richard Rothstein, author of The Color of Law: A Forgotten History of How Our Government Segregated America, from 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 4, via Zoom.image description of the featured image goes here11/01/2021Marketing Students Generate BuzzMatt Barber, Bess Roberts, Savannah Castleberry, Sydney Bates and Jack Parmele received first place for their marketing and brand solutions for an Any’tizer chicken snack promotion. They surveyed college students and let the data tell the story for their solutions.image description of the featured image goes herestudents06/01/2021studentsLieblong Joins Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Centerimage description of the featured image goes here02/09/2016Meehan Receives Supply Chain Scholarshipimage description of the featured image goes here04/22/2019Lofton Receives National Public Service Awardimage description of the featured image goes here03/26/2019Marketing Sense: How Two Walton College Teams Breathed New Life Into Brutimage description of the featured image goes here05/21/2020Lovelace Technologies Takes First McMillon Innovation Studio Entrepreneurial Design Contestimage description of the featured image goes here05/04/2017Matthew Evans Named Boyer Fellow for 2015image description of the featured image goes here09/16/2015M.B.A. Reconnect Weekend Highlights Thinking Like a Startupimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain04/28/2015supplychainMcMillon Gift to Fund Retail Innovation and Technology Labimage description of the featured image goes here01/21/2016MAcc Student Team Reaches Final Four in Tax Case Competitionimage description of the featured image goes here03/02/2017McMillons Increase Support for Innovation Studio by $1 Millionimage description of the featured image goes here03/10/2020‘Making the Pieces Fit’ Key for Supply Chain Management Studentsimage description of the featured image goes herestudentssupplychain11/13/2020students,supplychainMandatory Retirement Savings Sentimentimage description of the featured image goes here09/10/2021Mary Lacity Named AIS Fellow for Global Organizationimage description of the featured image goes here12/17/2020Marín Named Tutor of the Year by Regional Writing Centers Associationimage description of the featured image goes here03/04/2019Medical Device Startup Team Wins Louisville Competitionimage description of the featured image goes here02/22/2018Marketing Is a Fertile Field for Walton College Studentsimage description of the featured image goes here11/11/2020Mary Pham Awarded Boyer Fellowshipimage description of the featured image goes here09/24/2019Mia Norton Named President of Leadership Walton Student Executive Committeeimage description of the featured image goes here09/17/2018New Student Jobs at the McMillon Innovation Studioimage description of the featured image goes here04/19/2019Middlespeak: Building Bridges to Immigrant Integrationimage description of the featured image goes here09/20/2016New Student Jobs at the McMillon Innovation Studioimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain05/03/2018supplychainMiles to Represent Walton at U of A Ethics Summitimage description of the featured image goes here10/20/2014News release announcing Cary Deck’s UAA apppointmentimage description of the featured image goes here08/11/2015Miller Named Walton College Employee of the Quarterimage description of the featured image goes here05/03/2018NIEN SU – EMBA CLASS OF 2017image description of the featured image goes here03/01/2016Peters Elected President of Federation of Schools of AccountancyGary Peters, professor and department chair of the William Dillard Department of Accounting at the Sam M. Walton College of Business, has been elected president of the Federation of Schools of Accountancy.image description of the featured image goes hereaccountingfaculty08/23/2021accounting,facultyMiller Selected Walton College Employee of the Yearimage description of the featured image goes here09/21/2018MITCH HEISSERER – CLASS OF 2015image description of the featured image goes here03/01/2016Walton Career Services Prepares Students for Job Readinessimage description of the featured image goes here02/07/2019Mixing Business with Technology: The IT Executive Forumimage description of the featured image goes here11/04/2014Walton Career Services Preps Students for Career Readinessimage description of the featured image goes here12/05/2017Moore Selected as Walton College Employee of the Quarterimage description of the featured image goes here11/02/2018New Faculty Join Walton Collegeimage description of the featured image goes here08/29/2018Murray Co-Authors Journal of Marketing Study on Farmers’ Conflicting Beliefsimage description of the featured image goes here11/17/2014Murray’s Research Featured by International Innovationimage description of the featured image goes here05/06/2015Myers Joins Walton Development Teamimage description of the featured image goes here11/01/2017Napoleon’s Hubris, Ali’s Rope-a-Dopeimage description of the featured image goes here11/15/2018New Program at U of A to Support Outdoor Recreation EntrepreneursA new program is being developed at the U of A that will train and support regional entrepreneurs focused on outdoor recreation-oriented hospitality, service and experience businesses, as well as outdoor industry product design and development start-ups.image description of the featured image goes heresevi09/08/2021seviNew Century Capital Management CEO Leads ‘Trading University’image description of the featured image goes here05/04/2018Outstanding Alumni, Students Recognized at Walton CelebrationThree alumni and over 90 students were honored for outstanding achievement in the classroom, in business and in their communities.image description of the featured image goes herealumnistudentssupplychain05/19/2022alumni,students,supplychainNominate an Outstanding Business Leader for the 2021 Arkansas Business Hall of Fameimage description of the featured image goes here05/14/2020Parker Selected as Walton College Employee of the Quarterimage description of the featured image goes here02/18/2019Nominations Now Open for 2017 Arkansas Business Hall of Fameimage description of the featured image goes here06/20/2016Peacock Named CEO of Northwest Arkansas Councilimage description of the featured image goes here06/13/2017Nominations Open for 2018 Arkansas Business Hall of Fameimage description of the featured image goes here05/24/2017Peinkofer to Join Michigan State Supply Chain Facultyimage description of the featured image goes here02/17/2016Nominations Open for Arkansas Business Hall of Fameimage description of the featured image goes here06/24/2015Picasolar Awarded $2 Million for Solar Technologyimage description of the featured image goes here09/19/2016Non-Traditional Student Redefines Leadershipimage description of the featured image goes here04/18/2016Outstanding Students, Alumni Honored at Awards Banquetimage description of the featured image goes here04/20/2018Nothing But Net: Walton Students Assist Vietnamese Farmers with Nethousesimage description of the featured image goes here05/20/2020Parker Selected as Walton College Employee of the Yearimage description of the featured image goes here09/12/2019‘Now, Let’s Talk’ in March Focuses on “isms” and Intersectionalityimage description of the featured image goes here02/24/2021Paul Cronan Receives ICAI Lifetime Achievement AwardCronan was recognized for his longtime work in creating a campus culture that values academic integrity.image description of the featured image goes herefacultyisys03/28/2022faculty,isys‘Now, Let’s Talk’ Program Continues to Address Issues of Racismimage description of the featured image goes here01/21/2021Outstanding Alumni, Students Recognized at Walton Awards Banquetimage description of the featured image goes here04/25/2019Office of Diversity and Inclusion Collects Supplies for Dominicans Affected by Hurricane Mariaimage description of the featured image goes here11/06/2017Outstanding Walton College Faculty Recognized for 2020-21Faculty members at Walton College have continued to exemplify the college's EPIC values with their contributions. View the list of outstanding Walton College faculty recognized for the 2020-2021 academic year. image description of the featured image goes herefacultysupplychain03/19/2021faculty,supplychainOffice of Diversity and Inclusion Celebrates 25 Years at Walton Collegeimage description of the featured image goes here04/17/2019Pincus to Receive Outstanding Accounting Educator Awardimage description of the featured image goes here06/15/2017Our Champions On The Breakfast of Championsimage description of the featured image goes here10/11/2016Podcast: Tim Yeager Discusses The Federal Reserve and the Housing and Credit Crisesimage description of the featured image goes here01/17/2017Register Now for 2019 Blockchain Hackathon on Nov. 8image description of the featured image goes here10/16/2019Podcaster Joel Robinson Wins Spot at Star Wars Celebrationimage description of the featured image goes here05/04/2017Quarterly Business Analysis luncheon set for May 8image description of the featured image goes here04/09/2015Potential Transfer Students Learn About Programs, Resources, Curriculumimage description of the featured image goes here02/23/2018Register Now for Grad School Fair on ThursdayThe Sam M. Walton College of Business is hosting the Walton Grad School Fair from noon to 2 p.m. Thursday, March 10, in Williard J. Walker Hall 203.The Sam M. Walton College of Business is hosting the Walton Grad School Fair from noon to 2 p.m. Thursday, March 10, in Williard J. Walker Hall 203.03/08/2022Presenter of the Year Competition Held Dec. 1image description of the featured image goes here12/05/2018Razorbacks: The Spice of Lifeimage description of the featured image goes here11/14/2019Presenters, Judges Finalized for Online Heartland Challenge Competitionimage description of the featured image goes here05/26/2020Register Now for Ethical Artificial Intelligence Speaker SeriesThe Business Integrity Leadership Initiative will host three guest speakers this spring, all of whom are experts in emerging technology. image description of the featured image goes here01/27/2022President of Ayn Rand Institute to Speak at Walton Collegeimage description of the featured image goes here12/14/2016Prestigious Boyer Fellowship Increases AwardThe fellowship is increasing its award to $20,500 annually, the largest honors fellowship annual award on the University of Arkansas campus.Mary Pham, a rising senior, is the 15th recipient of the Boyer Fellowship.Scholarshipsalumnigiving06/23/2022Scholarships,alumni,givingQuarterly Business Analysis Luncheon Set for May 24 in Fayettevilleimage description of the featured image goes here04/12/2018Priority Application Deadline Is Feb. 15 for MBA Programs Admissions and ScholarshipsPriority applicants receive first consideration for Walton MBA funding opportunities.image description of the featured image goes here02/01/2022Quarterly Business Analysis Luncheon Set for May 16 in Fayettevilleimage description of the featured image goes here04/09/2019Psychological Stressors Affect Truck Driver’s Experience and Contribute to Shortage in Industryimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain08/03/2018supplychainRecent M.Acc. Graduate Earns Award for Top Scores on CPA ExamWilliam Martens, a 2019 U of A Master of Accounting graduate, has recently been awarded the Elijah Watt Sells Award for his scores on the four sections of the CPA exam.image description of the featured image goes here05/21/2021Psychopathic Employees Thrive Under Abusive Supervisors, Study Findsimage description of the featured image goes here02/22/2018Reeves’ former students unite for solar projectimage description of the featured image goes here06/23/2020Pulliam Named First Recipient of the Joseph A. Ziegler Study Abroad Awardimage description of the featured image goes here04/16/2015Register Now for Mary Gentile’s Talk, Part of ‘Let’s Talk About Integrity and Race’image description of the featured image goes here09/18/2020Registration Open for China Study Abroad 2018image description of the featured image goes here01/18/2018Three Alumni to Be Honored at Walton College Awards Banquet on April 19image description of the featured image goes here03/13/2018Registration Open for University of Arkansas RZRblock HackathonThe RZRblock Hackathon, a free, month-long competition open to students or anyone interested in learning about blockchain technology, kicks off Friday, March 4.image description of the featured image goes here02/10/2022Remembering Sara Hudsonimage description of the featured image goes here03/04/2020Three New Business Graduate Degrees Created to Meet Industry Demandimage description of the featured image goes hereindustrysupplychain05/18/2020industry,supplychainResearch: Consumer Sentiment Yields Insights Into ‘Flash Sales’image description of the featured image goes heresupplychain10/04/2016supplychainResearchers Pursue Interdisciplinary Breakthroughs in Big Dataimage description of the featured image goes here05/23/2017Retailing Research Initiative Finds Walmart Online Shoppers Are More Like Other Online Shoppers Than In-Store Walmart Shoppersimage description of the featured image goes here05/30/2018Research Finds Well-Connected CFOs Obtain More Favorable Terms on Corporate Loansimage description of the featured image goes here09/20/2018Research Frontiers Notes ‘Marketing in Rome’image description of the featured image goes here08/23/2018Research Paper Addresses Walmart Sustainabilityimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain08/15/2018supplychainRichardson to Deliver Emanuel Saxe Distinguished Lecture in Accountingimage description of the featured image goes here10/11/2018Research Presented to Association for Supply Chain Management Boardimage description of the featured image goes here10/08/2019TIAA-CREF CEO Roger Ferguson Answers Walton Faculty, Student Questionsimage description of the featured image goes here09/03/2014Researchers Helping Healthcare Supply Chains Cope With COVID-19image description of the featured image goes heresupplychain04/17/2020supplychainRetirement Reception for Susan Yellimage description of the featured image goes here12/12/2016Researchers: Not All ‘Front-of-Package’ Nutrition Information Produces the Same Effectimage description of the featured image goes here07/12/2016Richardson to Receive Silver Medal of Honor from University of Melbourne and CPA Australiaimage description of the featured image goes here04/16/2019Riddle Joins Walton Development Teamimage description of the featured image goes here06/13/2017Santi’s Spirit of GivingHe was a son, brother, friend and inspiration…missed but never ever forgotten.image description of the featured image goes hereaccountingalumnispotlight05/25/2022accounting,alumni,spotlightStudents Survey Consumer Sentiment Around Dining Outimage description of the featured image goes here06/22/2020Ridge Co-Authors Harvard Business Review Article Looking at Conflicts of Interest in Congressimage description of the featured image goes here03/02/2017ROAR Across Campusimage description of the featured image goes here03/27/2019Students: Meet Your Virtual Career Fair Recruiters!image description of the featured image goes here02/26/2021Rogelio Garcia Contreras Named Director of Social Innovationimage description of the featured image goes here12/01/2015Rongers Joins Walton Development Teamimage description of the featured image goes here05/03/2018Students: Win $15,000 in McMillon Innovation Studio Contestimage description of the featured image goes here09/05/2017Rongers Named Director of Development for Walton College“With Erin’s extensive background in development, she was a natural choice for this role,” said Matt Waller, dean of the Walton College. “I have full confidence in Erin as a leader and ambassador for our college.”image description of the featured image goes here12/16/2021Walton Career Services Hosts Student Events Throughout the Fallimage description of the featured image goes here08/21/2018Rosen Named Associate Editor of Journal of Managementimage description of the featured image goes here02/28/2017Students Serve as 2017-18 Walton Ambassadorsimage description of the featured image goes here09/14/2017Rosen Study Shows Incivility Begets Incivility in the Workplaceimage description of the featured image goes here10/12/2016Schnebelen Selected as Walton College Employee of the Quarterimage description of the featured image goes here04/29/2020Rutte Collection on Spirituality in the Workplace Open to Researchersimage description of the featured image goes here02/10/2015Sabherwal Named IEEE Fellowimage description of the featured image goes here12/12/2018Walton Career Services Introduces Tech Month and New Programmingimage description of the featured image goes here04/02/2019Salmon Named Director of Center for Retailing Excellenceimage description of the featured image goes here09/08/2017Salty Snacks – It’s All Academicimage description of the featured image goes here06/04/2019Sand Hog at Work in Front of Business Buildingimage description of the featured image goes here04/01/2015Students Learn about Life in the Mekong Deltaimage description of the featured image goes here09/17/2015Scholarship Honors Long-Time Leader of Walton College Office of Diversity and Inclusionimage description of the featured image goes hereScholarships01/18/2021ScholarshipsStudents Help Develop App for ‘Dash’ Robotic Shopping Cartimage description of the featured image goes here05/24/2018SCMRC White Paper Addresses Truck Driver Burnoutimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain10/15/2020supplychainStudent Wins National AWESOME Excellence in Education Awardimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain04/27/2018supplychainStudents Attend 2017 Enactus National Competitionimage description of the featured image goes here07/10/2017Scot Burton Recognized with Lifetime Achievement Awardimage description of the featured image goes herefaculty06/09/2020facultySimpson Gifts Spark Synergies in Supply Chain and Promote Gender Diversityimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain08/17/2020supplychainSecond WISE Future Leaders Symposium Draws Several Hundred Participantsimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain11/05/2020supplychainStudent Success Spotlight: Synetra HughesHughes coordinates the office’s summer programs, such as the Business Leadership Academy for incoming college freshmen, Fleischer Scholars Program for 11th and 12th grade students and the Technology Awareness Program for students in the fifth to ninth grade.image description of the featured image goes herespotlight08/26/2021spotlightShapley Named Walton College Employee of the First Quarterimage description of the featured image goes here10/11/2016Students Encouraged to Apply to Join Leadership Waltonimage description of the featured image goes here08/03/2016Sheets Named Director of Business Communication Labimage description of the featured image goes here04/04/2017Student Success Spotlight: Trisha DuCoteAs one of the career coaches for Walton Career Services, Trisha DuCote works with students from the time they put together their first résumé to negotiating a job offer – an event that is exciting for all, including DuCote.image description of the featured image goes herespotlight06/04/2021spotlightSheets Selected as Walton College Employee of the Quarterimage description of the featured image goes here02/09/2022Slay Discusses Climate Change and Supply Chain in CNBC FeatureThe Sustainability Consortium’s Christy Slay was featured recently on CNBC and believes the supply chain will be impacted long term by climate change.image description of the featured image goes heresupplychain08/30/2021supplychainStudent Success Spotlight: Sierra HayesNorthwest Arkansas native Sierra Hayes is the face of Walton College for incoming students. She serves as the college's undergraduate recruiter for the Undergraduate Programs office. image description of the featured image goes herespotlight07/07/2021spotlightShelley Simpson Named Walton College Commencement Speaker for 2016image description of the featured image goes here04/06/2016Three Alumni, Nearly 50 Students Recognized at Walton Awards Banquetimage description of the featured image goes here04/19/2017Shepherd Selected as Walton College Employee of the Quarterimage description of the featured image goes here01/29/2020Students Helping Student-Centered Business Rebrandimage description of the featured image goes here02/05/2018SHOP Conference Focuses on Creativity and Designimage description of the featured image goes here05/23/2014Students Say ‘We Are Walton’image description of the featured image goes here02/13/2015Shop ‘Til You Dropimage description of the featured image goes here10/27/2014Students Experience Life-Changing Summer in Mozambiqueimage description of the featured image goes here08/27/2015Sign Up Now for Blockchain Hackathon on Sept. 28-29image description of the featured image goes here08/30/2018Students Help Consumers Discover Durableimage description of the featured image goes here07/18/2016Simon and Colleagues Finalist for Scholarly Impact Awardimage description of the featured image goes here07/22/2020Student Startup Teams Take First Place at Arkansas Governor’s CupArkansas Governor's Cup sees student startup teams secure first place, highlighting entrepreneurial prowess and innovationimage description of the featured image goes here04/09/2021Small Business and Technology Development Center Helps Alumna Start Student-Athletes Unite, LLCimage description of the featured image goes here05/24/2016Stephanie Esau: EMBA Class of 2012image description of the featured image goes here03/01/2016Small Business Center Offers ‘Ask the Tech Experts’image description of the featured image goes here09/01/2016Student Snack Research Yields Real-World Marketersimage description of the featured image goes here05/17/2018Smith Named Walton College Employee of the Quarterimage description of the featured image goes here01/19/2018State Rep. Warwick Sabin to Speak on Social Entrepreneurshipimage description of the featured image goes here04/20/2017Society of Emerging Global Businesswomen Hosts Kickoff Eventimage description of the featured image goes here05/05/2015Student Spotlight: Meet Maxwell McKinneyimage description of the featured image goes herespotlight03/04/2021spotlightSodero Article Featured as ‘Research for the Real World’image description of the featured image goes heresupplychain05/10/2018supplychainStudent Success Spotlight: Catherine BeasleyBeasley serves as the Associate Director of Student Success for Walton College a program which is introduced to college students in their Freshman Business Connections class, where they can earn their first badge.image description of the featured image goes here06/24/2021Sodero Talks Supply Chain with The City Wireimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain05/01/2015supplychainStudent Success Spotlight: Katie PopePope serves the Walton Honors program, guiding students through their collegial journey. image description of the featured image goes herespotlight04/22/2021spotlightSpatz Named Employee of the Quarterimage description of the featured image goes here10/17/2017Student Success Spotlight: Katie Poundersimage description of the featured image goes herespotlight03/11/2021spotlightSpirituality Class Debuts in Waltonimage description of the featured image goes here08/28/2017Student Spotlight: Meet Ryan DeckerDiscover Ryan Decker's journey as a standout student at Walton College, excelling in academics and leadership.image description of the featured image goes herespotlight03/23/2021spotlight2018 Spring Business Career Fair to Feature 120 Companiesimage description of the featured image goes here02/28/2018Student Success Spotlight: Sammi NelsonIt’s a long way from Massachusetts. But when Sammi Nelson received a full gymnastics scholarship to the University of Arkansas, the offer was too good to refuse.image description of the featured image goes herespotlight09/30/2021spotlightStartup Chosen for $225,000 NSF Grantimage description of the featured image goes here02/27/2019Student Success Spotlight: Jason AdamsGet to know Jason Adams, associate director of Walton Honors and his impact on students in the Walton Honors program and beyond. image description of the featured image goes herespotlight07/28/2021spotlightStartup Teams Take Top Honors at Governor’s Cupimage description of the featured image goes here04/21/2017State of NWA Region Report, Quarterly Business Analysis Set for Sept. 30image description of the featured image goes here09/01/2016State of Northwest Arkansas Region, Business Analysis Set for Nov. 5image description of the featured image goes here09/25/2019State of the Northwest Arkansas Region Report Set for Sept. 25image description of the featured image goes here08/21/2018State of Northwest Arkansas Region, Business Analysis Set for Oct. 27Mervin Jebaraj, the center’s director, will outline the economic highlights in the State of the Northwest Arkansas Region Report and will report on economic data and insights regarding regional housing affordability and the continued impacts of the pandemic.image description of the featured image goes here10/13/2021Supply Chain Ranked No. 5 Globally for Articles in Empirically Focused Journalsimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain01/05/2016supplychainStudy Abroad Experience Inspires Campaign Gift From Roberts Familyimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain09/05/2017supplychainStudy Abroad in Brazil in Summer 2018image description of the featured image goes here11/30/2017Sullivant Joins Center for Retailing Excellence as Student Programs Directorimage description of the featured image goes here11/07/2017Taking the Long Way Homeimage description of the featured image goes here06/22/2016Summer Student Internships: Starships, Robots and Researchimage description of the featured image goes here03/11/2016Taking the RB Challengeimage description of the featured image goes here01/17/2019Three Assistant Deans Appointed for Walton Collegeimage description of the featured image goes here08/19/2020Supply Chain Courses at the University of Arkansasimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain10/06/2014supplychainSupply Chain Students Visit Tetra Pakimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain11/04/2014supplychainSupply Chain Faculty Recognized as Top Researchers in Their Fieldimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain01/08/2020supplychainSurvey of Top Supply Chain Management Programs Underwayimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain02/06/2020supplychainSupply Chain Hall of Fame to Be Constructed in Northwest Arkansasimage description of the featured image goes here09/25/2019Supply Chain Management Honor Society Initiates Membersimage description of the featured image goes here04/08/2019Supply Chain Management Alumni Receive Awards at Academy of Management Meetingimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain08/22/2018supplychainThree From Walton College Elected to ASG Leadership Rolesimage description of the featured image goes here04/02/2015Supply Chain Management Announces 2017 Award Winnersimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain04/28/2017supplychainThree Walton Students Awarded Fleischer Scholarshipsimage description of the featured image goes here10/23/2017Supply Chain Management Award Winners Selectedimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain05/26/2016supplychainTAI CRATER – EMBA CLASS OF 2015image description of the featured image goes here03/01/2016Supply Chain Management Department Ranked Best In North Americaimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain06/25/2020supplychainTaking Care of Customers and Environment Pays Off, Study Showsimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain10/30/2018supplychainSupply Chain Management Honor Society Inducts New Membersimage description of the featured image goes here04/27/2017Talk Entrepreneurial Ideas with Startup Junkie at McMillon Innovation Studioimage description of the featured image goes here04/03/2017Walton Awards Banquet Recognizes Alumni, Student Achievementimage description of the featured image goes here04/18/2016Technology Opportunities Brought to Life for High School Studentsimage description of the featured image goes here07/05/2017Tiffany Jarrett: Executive MBA Class of 2017image description of the featured image goes here03/01/2016Teen Scholars Get in the College Spiritimage description of the featured image goes here07/20/2015This Is How We Intern: Meet Raleigh Woodsimage description of the featured image goes herestudents10/27/2020studentsTerrell Selected Business Professional of the Year in Educationimage description of the featured image goes here03/25/2019Thanks for Givingimage description of the featured image goes here11/29/2016THATO MASIRE – MBA CLASS OF 2015image description of the featured image goes here03/01/2016Thomas Roy McKinnon Leader. Teacher. Mentor. Friend.image description of the featured image goes here10/09/2018The City Wire: Welcome to the supply chain revolutionimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain02/05/2015supplychainThomas Recognized Among 100 Most Influential Women in Supply Chainimage description of the featured image goes here12/10/2019The Dean’s List: Waller Writes Guide for Business School LeadersDean Matt Waller publishes The Dean’s List: Leading a Modern Business School, a compilation of lessons learned for current and aspiring business school leaders.image description of the featured image goes here08/16/2021Three Alumni to Be Honored at Awards Banquetimage description of the featured image goes here02/26/2019The Legacy of the Boyer Fellowship Is in Relationshipsimage description of the featured image goes here01/11/2021This Is How We Intern: Meet Aidan Smithimage description of the featured image goes here10/02/2020The Picture of Health: Do We Trust Images Over Facts When It Comes to Nutrition Labeling?image description of the featured image goes here06/01/2016The Story of the Four Psimage description of the featured image goes here03/08/2019Three Arkansas Business Hall of Fame Inductees to ‘Chat’ Feb. 25image description of the featured image goes here02/18/2021The Strength of the Walton MBA (Part 1 – EMBA Program)image description of the featured image goes here10/05/2018Tournament Highlights Vendors FORE Educationimage description of the featured image goes here07/22/2016Thea Winston Selected as Boyer Fellowimage description of the featured image goes here09/03/2014This Is How We Intern: Meet Katie Brandtimage description of the featured image goes here09/18/2020Waits Named Walton College Employee of the Quarterimage description of the featured image goes here10/16/2015Tracy Sykes Named Most Productive Among Information System Assistant Professorsimage description of the featured image goes here10/15/2015Waller Appointed to Winthrop Rockefeller Institute Board of DirectorsMatt Waller12/09/2020TSC Announced Euan Murray Stepping Down as CEO; Christy Slay Named as Interim CEOimage description of the featured image goes here10/19/2021Waller Research Examines Predictive Analytics and Supply Chainsimage description of the featured image goes here07/20/2015Two Teams Share Win at Social Innovation Challengeimage description of the featured image goes here01/11/2018Waller Selected as Dean of Sam M. Walton College of Businessimage description of the featured image goes here04/28/2016Walton College's Tyson Center Changes Name to Better Align with MissionThe Tyson Center for Faith and Spirituality in the Workplace at the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas has announced that it will now be known as the Tyson Center for Faith-Friendly Workplaces.Tyson Center for Faith-Friendly Workplaces06/02/2022Tyson CEO to Speak at Walton Commencementimage description of the featured image goes here04/14/2015Video Project Highlights Shook’s Freshman Business Connections Classimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain04/25/2018supplychainU of A Alumnus Donates to Help Create Aerosol Boxes for Hospitals and Fire Departmentsimage description of the featured image goes here04/28/2020Waller Reappointed Dean of Walton CollegeRead about the reappointment of Matthew A. Waller as the Dean of Walton College and his vision for advancing business education, innovation, and community engagement. image description of the featured image goes here05/05/2021U of A Chapter Takes A Third Place at AMA International Collegiate Conferenceimage description of the featured image goes here04/25/2018U of A Faculty Appreciation Weekimage description of the featured image goes here04/07/2015Waller Receives Supply Chain Distinguished Service Awardimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain07/09/2020supplychainU of A Launches Online M.S. Degree in Supply Chain ManagementThe online supply chain management program will begin this fall and registration is now open.image description of the featured image goes heregraduate studentssupplychain04/19/2022graduate students,supplychainWalmart CEO Doug McMillon Featured at CRE Conferenceimage description of the featured image goes here05/07/2015U of A Now Offering Economic Analytics Master’s Degreeimage description of the featured image goes here10/31/2019Walmart, Dillard’s and Sam’s Club Executives to Speak at Conferenceimage description of the featured image goes here06/03/2016U of A Offers New Finance Graduate Degree in Fall 2020image description of the featured image goes here06/08/2020U of A Offers Online Accounting Degreeimage description of the featured image goes here09/25/2018U of A Retailing Research Initiative Finds Consumers Have Distinct Perceptions of Walmart, Amazon, Targetimage description of the featured image goes here04/24/2018Urban League Honors Dean Matthew Wallerimage description of the featured image goes here11/27/2018U of A Retailing Research Initiative Measures Millennials’ Retail Loyaltyimage description of the featured image goes here05/09/2018Vammen Named New Assistant Director of Business Communication LabU of A alumnus and Arkansas educator Liza Vammen has been selected as the new assistant director of the Business Communication Lab at the Sam M. Walton College of Business.image description of the featured image goes here05/24/2021Start-Up Team Wins University of Manitoba Investment Competitionimage description of the featured image goes here03/17/2017Venkatesh Honored as Fellow by Association of Information Systemsimage description of the featured image goes here02/01/2017U of A Students Among Top Teams in Moral Compass Competitionimage description of the featured image goes herestudents05/06/2020studentsUniversity of Arkansas Represented at AACSB International Diversity and Inclusion Summitimage description of the featured image goes here01/07/2020U of A Students Prepare to Spend Spring Semester Overseas at Partner Universitiesimage description of the featured image goes here12/03/2015Vern Richardson Receives Accounting Association Best Paper Awardimage description of the featured image goes here08/20/2014U of A Sweeps Graduate Places at Governor’s Cup Competitionimage description of the featured image goes here04/20/2016Vanlue Named Employee of the Third Quarterimage description of the featured image goes here04/19/2017U of A to Launch Three New Online Bachelor’s Degree ProgramsThe Sam M. Walton College of Business will launch online bachelor’s degree programs in human resources management and marketing, and the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences will add an online bachelor’s program in English. image description of the featured image goes here07/02/2021Undergraduate Researchimage description of the featured image goes here04/09/2014Wagler Named Walton College Employee of the Quarterimage description of the featured image goes here01/16/2015University Innovation Is a Cycle, Not an Arrowimage description of the featured image goes here07/14/2020Video: John James: Arkansas Favors the Boldimage description of the featured image goes here12/29/2014University of Arkansas Enactus Team Named Regional Champsimage description of the featured image goes here04/23/2018University’s Impact on Arkansas Economy $1.2 Billionimage description of the featured image goes here02/10/2015University of Arkansas Graduates First Students with Virtual Reality Expertiseimage description of the featured image goes here05/24/2016University Receives Two Campaign Gifts in Support of Entrepreneurship Hubimage description of the featured image goes here04/18/2017Walton Career Services Hosts Fall Eventsimage description of the featured image goes here08/27/2019Walton College Engages Students Through Summer Programsimage description of the featured image goes here07/17/2019Walton Class Crafts Ad Campaign for Local Baker While Making a Difference in the Communityimage description of the featured image goes here06/01/2017Walton College Executive Education Offers Business Foundationsimage description of the featured image goes here12/16/2019Walton College and TheatreSquared Host Change Management Lectureimage description of the featured image goes here11/11/2019Walton College Blockchain Initiative Named SAP Next-Gen Chapterimage description of the featured image goes here04/16/2018Walton College Boasts Top Researchers According to Research.comThese rankings reflect the influence that our top scholars have in shaping business research around the world. This demonstrates that our most accomplished researchers are true thought leaders.image description of the featured image goes hererankingsresearchsupplychain03/01/2022rankings,research,supplychainWalton College Establishes Blockchain Center of Excellenceimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain08/01/2018supplychainWalton College Business Integrity Leadership Initiative Announces New Fall ProgramsThe Business Integrity Leadership Initiative at the Walton College is hosting a new Let's Talk program and a new season of The Business Integrity School, a video and podcast series.image description of the featured image goes here09/01/2021Walton College Center to Host Supply Chain Conference April 17image description of the featured image goes heresupplychain03/20/2018supplychainWalton College Executive Education Creates Supplier Relationship Management Courseimage description of the featured image goes here07/22/2019Walton College Clinical Professor Honored by North American Case Research Associationimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain12/13/2016supplychainWalton College Executive Education Hosts Insight to Strategy Eventimage description of the featured image goes here11/14/2019Walton College, Consortium Organizing Blockchain Conference for April 6image description of the featured image goes here03/21/2018Walton College Executive Education Fall Courses Announcedimage description of the featured image goes here08/12/2019Walton College Economics Graduate Student Awarded Humane Studies Fellowshipimage description of the featured image goes here01/31/2020Toms Named Director of Marketing and Communicationsimage description of the featured image goes here09/29/2021Walton College Executive Education Offers Small Business Classes in Bentonville for Entrepreneurs Upcoming programs focus on lessons learned by experienced business professionals and the core business knowledge of local startups.image description of the featured image goes here07/23/2021Walton College Offers Online Degree in Supply Chain Managementimage description of the featured image goes here01/11/2019Walton College Executive Education Offers Summer Technology Seriesimage description of the featured image goes here06/24/2019Walton College Orientation 2015image description of the featured image goes here06/23/2015Walton College Holding Blockchain Hackathon in Octoberimage description of the featured image goes here09/25/2017Walton College Hosting Business Honors Conferenceimage description of the featured image goes here02/28/2018Walton College Hosts Accounting Career Awareness Programimage description of the featured image goes here07/17/2018Walton College Hosts Behavioral Operations ConferenceThe Sam M. Walton College of Business hosting the 15th Annual Behavioral Operations Conference June 13-15 in the Reynolds Center for Enterprise Development at the University of Arkansas. BOC logofacultyresearch06/13/2022faculty,researchWalton College Hosts SEC Diversity Conferenceimage description of the featured image goes here03/31/2017Walton College Hosts Supply Chain Trends Conferenceimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain03/15/2016supplychainWalton College Institute Hosts IT Showcaseimage description of the featured image goes here10/21/2016Walton College Institute to Host Women in IT Conferenceimage description of the featured image goes here03/30/2018Walton College Organizes ‘Let’s Talk’ Semester on Integrity and Raceimage description of the featured image goes here09/10/2020Walton College Kicks Off Fall Semester with Music, Food, Funimage description of the featured image goes here08/22/2016Walton College Launches ‘Walton Biz Talk’ Podcastimage description of the featured image goes here08/21/2017Walton College Papers Win First and Second Place Transportation Journal Awardsimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain10/09/2017supplychainWalton College Students Take Two First Places in Global Investment Portfolio Competitionimage description of the featured image goes here04/12/2019Walton College Partners with Signature Bank to Provide Three Fleischer Scholarshipsimage description of the featured image goes here06/06/2016Walton M.B.A. Program Ranks 11th in Country for Return on Investmentimage description of the featured image goes here02/18/2022Walton College Partners With Thaden School on Executive Educationimage description of the featured image goes here06/24/2019Walton MBA Alumna Recognized By Latina Style Magazineimage description of the featured image goes here02/09/2015Walton College Ranked 36th in National M.B.A. Rankings by U.S. NewsU.S. News lists the Walton MBA program as the 36th Best Business School among public business colleges and 64th in its combined public and private list.image description of the featured image goes hererankings04/12/2022rankingsWalton College Remains Top 30 Public Business School in Latest Rankingsimage description of the featured image goes here09/30/2014Walton Hosts Innovation Research and Technology Transfer Proposal Writing Workshopimage description of the featured image goes here09/11/2017Walton College Research Professor Honored by North American Case Research Associationimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain10/18/2018supplychainWalton College Research to Feature First Female Transportation SecretaryHighlighting the work of Senator Elizabeth Dole in the logistics industry; Dole was the first woman to serve as the U.S. Secretary of Transportation, a role she held during Ronald Reagan’s administration.image description of the featured image goes hereresearchsupplychain03/17/2022research,supplychainWalton Keeps Academic, Alumni Achievement Awards Tradition Alive by Moving Onlineimage description of the featured image goes here04/24/2020Walton College Researchers Present Study at American Accounting Association Meetingimage description of the featured image goes here08/14/2019Walton College Seeking Aspirations in Computing Award Applicationsimage description of the featured image goes here09/24/2018Walton College Seeking Aspirations in Computing Award Applicationsimage description of the featured image goes here10/13/2017Walton College Seniors Receive AWESOME ScholarshipAWESOME, a national nonprofit that advances and transforms the future of supply chain leadership, selected U of A seniors Abby Baird and Anna Fredrick for education scholarships.image description of the featured image goes hereScholarshipsstudentssupplychain07/08/2021Scholarships,students,supplychainWalton College Students to Compete in Kelley School of Business National Diversity Case Competitionimage description of the featured image goes here01/13/2016Walton College’s Student Success Hosts Social and Dining Etiquette Trainingimage description of the featured image goes herestudents11/22/2021studentsWalton College Team Takes Top Spot at Regional Business Competitionimage description of the featured image goes here03/11/2019Walton Diversity Director Receives Honorary Alumna Awardimage description of the featured image goes here06/08/2017Walton, Two Other U of A Colleges to Benefit From Buerger Giftimage description of the featured image goes here10/01/2014Walton College’s Stephanie Thomas Appointed to National Nonprofit Boardimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain12/02/2020supplychainWalton College Tied for No. 1 in World in Information Systems Research Productivityimage description of the featured image goes here03/04/2016Walton International Photo Contest Winnersimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain04/13/2016supplychainWalton College to Host 2020 Women in IT Conferenceimage description of the featured image goes here02/18/2020Walton Marketing Ph.D. Alumna: Anastasia Thyroffimage description of the featured image goes here11/05/2020Walton College to Host 4th SEC MBA Case Competitionimage description of the featured image goes here04/06/2016Executive Education to Host Cryptocurrency Course in Little Rockimage description of the featured image goes here07/10/2019Walton College to Host Artificial Intelligence Course in Little Rockimage description of the featured image goes here07/15/2019Walton Hosts Block Party for Business Students on Wednesday, August 23image description of the featured image goes here08/21/2017Walton College to Host Executive Education Robotics Courseimage description of the featured image goes here07/24/2019Walton Hosts Business Leadership Academyimage description of the featured image goes here07/07/2015Walton College to Host Retailing Thought Leadership Conferenceimage description of the featured image goes here09/20/2019Walton Hosts International Trade and Finance Research Workshopimage description of the featured image goes here09/21/2016Walton College, UAMS Collaborate on Healthcare Management M.B.A.image description of the featured image goes here05/11/2017Walton Marketing Ph.D. Alumna: Jennifer Siemensimage description of the featured image goes here10/14/2020Walton College’s Jason Campbell to RetireJason Campbell, director of human resources for the Sam M. Walton College of Business, will retire on Oct. 31 after 20 years of service to the U of A.image description of the featured image goes here10/26/2021Walton Faculty Recognized for Highly Cited Researchimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain06/17/2016supplychainWalton MBA and Springdale High School Students Join Forces with New Mentorship Programimage description of the featured image goes here12/16/2019Walton Study Abroad Instagram Photo Contest Resultsimage description of the featured image goes here04/05/2018Walton MBA Program Offers New Certification with Nielsenimage description of the featured image goes here04/06/2016Walton Team Claims Top Prizeimage description of the featured image goes here03/02/2015Walton MBA Students Compete at SEC Case Competitionimage description of the featured image goes here04/30/2015Walton Students Place Second in Denver Supply Chain Case Competitionimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain02/22/2016supplychainWalton MBA Students Learn and Help During Experiential Learning Weekimage description of the featured image goes here11/07/2014Walton Team Takes First in Graduate Growth Category at G.A.M.E.image description of the featured image goes here04/03/2018Walton MBA Team Competes in SEC MBA Case Competitionimage description of the featured image goes here04/11/2016Walton Students Reach Out to High School Students, Advisorsimage description of the featured image goes here05/27/2015Walton Ph.D. Student Wins Fellowship to Study Rice, Information, Marketsimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain05/30/2017supplychainWalton Students Participate in Retail Conference in New Yorkimage description of the featured image goes here01/22/2016Walton Research: Some Private Equity Firms Increase Employment Following Buyoutsimage description of the featured image goes here01/24/2018Walton to Co-Host Central Banking Conferenceimage description of the featured image goes here10/18/2017Walton Seniors Chosen for Trucking Association Councilimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain09/14/2016supplychainWalton Student Success Hosts Sales CompetitionWinners were (l-r) 1st Place Winner – Helen Woodham, 2nd Place Winner – Jacob Young, and 3rd Place Winner – Karsyn Robinson.image description of the featured image goes heremarketingsalesstudent successstudents11/16/2021marketing,sales,student success,studentsWalton Student to Appear on NBC’s The Voiceimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain03/02/2016supplychainWalton Student Wins Youth of the Year Awardimage description of the featured image goes here05/09/2014Walton Students Learn Social, Dining Etiquetteimage description of the featured image goes here11/10/2014Walton Students Place Fourth in National Diversity Case Competitionimage description of the featured image goes here01/28/2016Walton Welcomes Students to Campus with Block Party (and Free Food) Wednesday, August 22image description of the featured image goes here08/20/2018Walton Wins Awards, Accolades at Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals Conferenceimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain10/06/2017supplychain#Walton2018 Galleryimage description of the featured image goes here05/14/2018Wasson Wins Social Innovation Hub’s Inaugural Competitionimage description of the featured image goes here04/28/2017WattGlass, Boston Mountain Biotech Selected for Startup Summitimage description of the featured image goes here09/19/2016Westrock Group CEO to Speak About Free Enterprise Initiatives in Rwandaimage description of the featured image goes heresupplychain09/11/2015supplychainWhere’s the beef on the loss leader strategy?image description of the featured image goes here07/17/2017WISE: Women Impacting Supply Chain Excellenceimage description of the featured image goes here04/01/2020Workers May ‘Choke’ Under Pressure of Non-Monetary Incentivesimage description of the featured image goes hereagoforth@uark.edu10/18/2017World Trade Center Arkansas Hosts Grow Your Exports Seminarimage description of the featured image goes here05/21/2019Yell Retires After 40 Years of Serviceimage description of the featured image goes hereagoforth@uark.edu01/19/2017Zach Steelman Recognized with International Honorimage description of the featured image goes herefacultyresearch12/21/2020faculty,researchhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/70279/cronan-goforth-reigh-win-2024-geren-koski-awardsCronan, Goforth, Reigh Win 2024 Geren-Koski AwardsAwards are given to faculty and staff members who demonstrate exceptional commitment to graduate education. photo of cronanentrepreneurshipfacultyisyssevi04/29/2024entrepreneurship,faculty,isys,seviThe Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) Announces 2020 Supply Chain Hall of Fame InducteesSupply chain industry organization reveals several key award winners, including Best Paper Award, Plowman Award, Innovation Award, and Hall of Fame Inductees.Lori McLemoreHall of Fame Supply Chain ManagementSupply Chain Hall of Famesupplychain09/20/2020Supply Chain Hall of Fame,supplychainStudent Spotlight: Kendall JasperKendall Jasper, a marketing & business analytics student at Walton College, earned the top prize at Demo Day, the capstone event of the semester in the McMillon Innovation Studio. Kendall Jasper Kendall Jaspermarketingnewsstudents06/03/2024marketing,news,studentsBeta Alpha Psi: An Organization that CountsIn October, the chapter organized and facilitated a food drive to benefit those in need in Northwest Arkansas.Beta Alpha Psi food drive October 2022Lori McLemoreaccountingfinanceisys09/14/2023accounting,finance,isystrue2023 WISE Symposium Honors Supply Chain Legends and Looks to the FutureThe 5th Annual WISE Future Leaders Symposium will be held Oct. 26-27 with some 135 students and faculty from 28 universities attending.Stephanie Thomas welcomes guests at a previous WISE Future Leaders Symposium.Nathan Bramwellindustrysupplychain10/18/2023industry,supplychainhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/52678/blending-art-and-entrepreneurshipBlending Art and EntrepreneurshipThough Adrienne Callander is an assistant professor of art and entrepreneurship, her research centers on challenging the separation of these two processes.Adrienne Callander04/16/2020Burkett Named Director of Student Success at Walton CollegeJessica will direct the SAM program (career readiness and badging), Leadership Walton, scholarships, sales and stock pitch competitions, the Fleischer Scholars summer program and commencement.Jessica BurkettLori McLemorestaff02/06/2023staffAfter 30 Years, Renee Clay Retires from Walton CollegeRenee Clay, director for career services and student programs in Walton Career Services, retires from the Walton College of Business after 30 years. Renee Clay Lori McLemore06/27/2022Arkestro’s Museum of Procurement to Debut at the University of ArkansasThe Supply Chain Hall of Fame will host a new museum championing procurement’s past, present and future.CSCMP Supply Chain Hall of FameLori McLemoreSupply Chain Hall of Famesupplychain09/11/2023Supply Chain Hall of Fame,supplychainAli Goforth (MBA ’23) Empowers Springdale High School Students to Reach New HeightsAli Goforth (MBA ’23) mentors local high school students to help them with their post graduation plans.MBA students mentor Springdale High students. 2022.Ariel Sibleyentrepreneurshipmbasevi10/14/2022entrepreneurship,mba,seviGrand Opening CSCMP Event Highlights Support from Industry and Government RepresentativesSpeakers for the event included: Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson, University of Arkansas Chancellor Joe Steinmetz, and Johnelle Hunt, co-founder of J.B. Hunt Transport Inc.Arkansas Governor Asa Supply Chain Hall of Famesupplychain11/13/2020Supply Chain Hall of Fame,supplychainAlumni Spotlight: Justin MacedoQuote from Justin Macedo: "My encouragement that I would give to aspiring business owners is this: you can do it. If you are currently employed, you can begin to think like an owner and own your role."Justin MacedoGrant Scholspotlight01/12/2023spotlightWatch: Henry Ford Hall of Fame Exhibit View two videos from the Supply Chain Hall of Fame that detail the Henry Ford hall of fame exhibit. CSCMP Supply Chain Hall of Fame Supply Chain Hall of Famesupplychain02/04/2021Supply Chain Hall of Fame,supplychainAlumni Spotlight: Sarah LanghamSarah is a partner in the Fayetteville office of HoganTaylor, which is one of the largest business advisory and public accounting firms in Arkansas and Oklahoma.Sarah LanghamGrant Scholspotlight11/03/2022spotlighthttps://news.uark.edu/articles/60348/morgan-selected-as-walton-college-employee-of-the-third-quarterMorgan Selected as Walton College Employee of the Third QuarterAndrea Morgan, administrative support supervisor in the Department of Information Systems, is the employee of the third quarter. Congratulations Andrea!Andrea Morgan07/04/2022Alumni Spotlight: Stratton CarrollStratton is a Healthcare Data Analyst for Heartland Whole Health Institute, a non-profit organization in Bentonville whose mission is to lower costs, improve quality, and broaden access to health care in the Heartland.Stratton Carroll HeadshotHannah Drydenisysmbaspotlight09/10/2025isys,mba,spotlightAnniversary of The (SCM) SignBrian Fugate's kids wanted to see The Paul Finebaum Show before the big game between the Razorbacks and the Longhorns. They had to get creative.Brian Fugate holds the #1 SCM sign.Lori McLemoresupplychain09/27/2022supplychaintrueBeta Alpha Psi Hosts Meet the EmployersStudents in accounting, finance and information systems were invited by Beta Alpha Psi to the Meet the Employers career fair on Sept. 7. Students in accounting, finance and information systems were invited by Beta Alpha Psi to the Meet the Employers career fair on Sept. 7. Lori McLemoreindustrystudents10/10/2023industry,studentstrueAlumni Association Honors Shook and Grover with Faculty AwardsOn Friday, the Arkansas Alumni Association recognized Carole Shook and Varun Grover for their distinguished achievement. (l-r) Varun Grover and Carole ShookLori McLemorealumnifacultyisys10/26/2023alumni,faculty,isysCindy Moehring Focuses on Business Integrity for Students at UAArkansas Business interviews Cindy Moehring in its Executive Q&A series.Cindy MoehringLori McLemore12/06/2022Arkansas Business Hall of Fame Class of 2023 Announced Curt Bradbury, E. Fletcher Lord Jr., Judy R. McReynolds and Ross M. Whipple were announced as the Arkansas Business Hall of Fame class of 2023. Curt Bradbury, E. Fletcher Lord Jr., Judy R. McReynolds and Ross M. Whipple were announced as the Arkansas Business Hall of Fame class of 2023. Lori McLemore10/26/2022https://news.uark.edu/articles/54265/new-course-and-collaboration-to-focus-on-problems-caused-by-pandemicNew Course and Collaboration to Focus on Problems Caused by PandemicFaculty and students will collaborate with a university in India to develop innovations for medical devices and protective equipment.innovators are needed now more than ever.07/14/2020Study Abroad: IndonesiaJordan Rogers, an MBA candidate, reflects on his two-week study abroad program to Indonesia, a highlight of the Walton MBA Global Business class.MBA Study Abroad in IndonesiaJordan Rogersabroadstudents09/06/2023abroad,studentstrueArkansas Business Hall of Fame Class of 2024 NamedJohn Conner Jr., Gary George, Eric Jackson and Dhu Thompson were announced as the Arkansas Business Hall of Fame class of 2024. Arkansas Business Hall of Fame class of 2024Lori McLemorealumniindustry10/19/2023alumni,industrytruehttps://news.uark.edu/articles/70473/u-of-a-biofuel-startup-wins-20-000-at-national-competitionU of A Biofuel Startup Wins $20,000 at National CompetitionProPika was formed in the U of A Office of Entrepreneurship's New Venture Development courses, an intensive, incubator-like sequence that helps students develop the knowledge and skills to bring new innovations to societyBrandon Howardstudents at award ceremonyentrepreneurshipnoteworthysevistudent success05/23/2024entrepreneurship,noteworthy,sevi,student successArkansas Business Hall of Fame Seeks Nominations for Class of 2024Nominate successful Arkansans who have contributed to their industry, community and state for the Arkansas Business Hall of Fame by August 1.The 2023 Arkansas Business Hall of Fame inductees Lori McLemore06/26/2023Brent Williams Begins New Role as Interim Dean for Walton CollegeOn August 14, Williams will switch roles and begin to serve Walton College as the interim dean. On August 14, Brent Williams will switch roles and begin to serve the Walton College as the interim dean. Lori McLemorefacultysupplychain08/07/2023faculty,supplychainEPIC Spotlight: Jennifer DuncanShe credits the Walton College for bringing her out of her shell, even if she doesn’t use her accounting degree in the conventional sense.Duncan03/24/2014https://news.uark.edu/articles/59361/garcia-contreras-recipient-of-outstanding-contribution-to-service-learning-teaching-awardGarcia Contreras Recipient of Outstanding Contribution to Service Learning Teaching AwardRogelio Garcia Contreras, teaching assistant professor and director of social innovation in Walton College, received the 2021-22 Outstanding Contribution to Service Learning Teaching Award.Assistant Professor Rogelio Garcia Contreras receives the Service Learning Outstanding Teaching Award.03/17/2022https://news.uark.edu/articles/60349/grant-to-develop-roadmap-for-smart-mobility-initiativesGrant to Develop Roadmap for Smart Mobility InitiativesA new planning grant will help the U of A become the preeminent university in smart mobility.Smart Helicopter on landing pad; Credit: Jared Sorrells, 4media group07/05/2022https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/fueled-education-meet-rachel-jb-hunt-transport-services-inc/Fueled by Education: Meet RachelRachel has been part of the J.B. Hunt team for five years and during that time, she has been attending school to get her degree in Supply Chain Management.Rachelstudentssupplychain01/24/2023students,supplychainCSCMP Supply Chain Hall of Fame Expands its Service to the Supply Chain Profession: Exhibit HighlightsIn the past several months the CSCMP Supply Chain Hall of Fame has been busy and looks to be set for even busier times both in terms of exhibits and meetings and events.CSCMP Supply Chain Hall of Fame HighlightsRemko Van HoekSupply Chain Hall of Famesupplychain09/19/2022Supply Chain Hall of Fame,supplychainCSCMP Supply Chain Hall of Fame First Month of Operation Sets Strong PaceIn the first month after its virtual opening, the CSCMP Supply Chain Hall of Fame has experienced a strong start.Supply Chain at the University of ArkansasSupply Chain Hall of Famesupplychain12/01/2020Supply Chain Hall of Fame,supplychainCuellar and Lamichhane Awarded Ostrom FellowshipMiguel Cuellar and Kushal Lamichhane have been awarded Elinor Ostrom Fellowships from the Mercatus Center at George Mason University. Miguel Cuellar and Kushal Lamichhane, third year economics Ph.D. candidates, were been awarded Elinor Ostrom Fellowships. Lori McLemoreeconomicsfaculty06/21/2023economics,facultyhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/76803/u-of-a-sau-tech-partner-to-strengthen-data-science-workforceU of A, SAU Tech Partner to Strengthen Data Science WorkforceThe U of A and Southern Arkansas University Tech signed a memorandum of agreement to align the schools' data science curriculum and allow SAU Tech graduates who earn an associate degree in data science to seamlessly transfer to the U of A to complete their bachelor's degree in data science. Ron GordonA group of five professionally dressed individuals is posing at a formal signing event. Two men are seated at a table covered with a University of Arkansas-branded tablecloth, each with documents in front of them. Three people stand behind them, smiling. The backdrop features a University of Arkansas banner, flanked by balloon arrangements in blue and silver. The setting conveys a celebratory and professional atmosphere, likely marking a partnership or agreement related to data science.02/27/2025https://news.uark.edu/articles/61963/molly-rapert-recognized-at-september-s-cordes-chair-event-by-the-tfscMolly Rapert Recognized at September's Cordes Chair Event by the TFSCMolly Rapert, an associate professor of marketing in the Sam M. Walton College of Business, was recognized as the September 2022 Cordes Chair.Molly Rapert sitting in a rocking chairfacultymarketingnoteworthy09/19/2022faculty,marketing,noteworthyDobrzykowski Promoted to Director of Walton College Healthcare InitiativesDobrzykowski will promote healthcare-related academic programming, research and thought leadership, and outreach and engagement. Dr. David DobrzykowskiLori McLemorefacultysupplychain11/08/2022faculty,supplychainhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/57061/local-startup-lapovations-awarded-100-000-small-business-awardLocal Startup Lapovations Awarded $100,000 Small Business AwardThe grant builds on a similar $1 million Small Business Innovation and Research award Lapovations received from the National Science Foundation in 2020.Jared Greer, center, receives the winner's check at the 2018 SEC Student Pitch Championship, with Carol Reeves, left, of the U of A, and Blake Petty, right, of Texas A&M University.06/15/2021https://news.uark.edu/articles/58587/trucking-accidents-up-after-electronic-logging-device-mandate-study-findsTrucking Accidents Up After Electronic Logging Device Mandate, Study FindsResearchers examined compliance rates, number of accidents and unsafe driving infractions before and after the mandate took effect.Andrew Balthrop, University of Arkansas; Credit: University of Arkansas12/16/2021Economists to Discuss Outlook for 2023 at 29th Business Forecast LuncheonThree distinguished economists will speak Jan. 27, 2023, on the regional, national and international outlook for the coming year. Register now.Mervin Jebaraj speaks about regional economic trends.Lori McLemoreeconomicsfaculty02/09/2023economics,facultyhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/60021/parnell-fondren-and-poellot-earn-collis-r-geren-and-patricia-r-koski-awardsParnell, Fondren and Poellot Earn Collis R. Geren and Patricia R. Koski AwardsNancy Fondren, Greg Parnell and Cheri Poellot have been named winners of the 2022 Collis R. Geren awards for excellence in graduate education.From left, Nancy Fondren, Cheri Poellot and Greg Parnell.05/04/2022https://news.uark.edu/articles/62540/retired-entrepreneurship-professor-honored-with-legacy-award-Retired Entrepreneurship Professor Honored With 'Legacy Award'When Carol Reeves first began developing entrepreneurship programs, she and one other part-time person handled all the entrepreneurial activity on campus. Reeves was honored last week for the legacy of that work.Carol Reeves received the Legacy Award in Las Vegas, Nevada, from the Global Consortium of Entrepreneurship Centers; Credit: Radioactive Productions11/04/2022trueEconomists to Discuss Outlook for 2024 at 30th Business Forecast LuncheonThe luncheon will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Jan. 26, 2024, at the Rogers Convention Center. Register now.Mervin Jebaraj, 2023 Business Forecast LuncheonLori McLemoreeconomicsindustry12/12/2023economics,industryhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/58436/shellhammer-to-lead-greenhouse-outdoor-recreation-programShellhammer to Lead Greenhouse Outdoor Recreation ProgramThe Greenhouse Outdoor Recreation Program is a multi-level engagement platform that helps grow early-stage companies from idea to launch with in-depth support.Greenhouse Outdoor Recreation; Credit: Raleigh Woods11/30/2021https://news.uark.edu/articles/59155/study-agreeableness-a-helpful-trait-for-general-success-in-lifeStudy: Agreeableness a Helpful Trait for General Success in LifeAfter examining the effect of “Big Five” personality traits in many kinds of occupations, researchers focus on one trait helpful to general life success.Michael Wilmot, University of Arkansas; Credit: University of Arkansas03/01/2022trueEdwards to Discuss VW Scandal and Business Integrity. Join Us on Tuesday. Guest speaker Michele Edwards will address keeping your word and maintaining business integrity at the Faulkner Performing Arts Center. Michele EdwardsLori McLemorebiliindustry10/20/2023bili,industryhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/58291/walton-college-of-business-sales-competitionWalton College of Business Sales CompetitionMadison Martin, Brady McGinely, Faith Norton, Karsyn Robinson, Helen Woodham and Jacob Young advanced to the final round of the competition, and Helen Woodham finished first.The top six students were Madison Martin, Brady McGinely, Faith Norton, Jacob Young, Helen Woodham and Karsyn Robinson.marketingsalesstudent successstudents11/15/2021marketing,sales,student success,studentsEight U of A Students Receive Tjuana Byrd Summer STEAM InternshipsThe internship program was designed to encourage women of color to seek STEAM jobs, an area where they are typically under-represented. kinetic by windstreamLori McLemorestudentssupplychain07/08/2022students,supplychainFaculty Spotlight: Anne VelliquetteAnne studied here at Walton College and received her doctorate in marketing. She then left Fayetteville to teach at the The University of Utah for four years. She has been teaching at Walton College since 2014.Anne VelliquetteGrant Scholfacultymarketingspotlight10/24/2022faculty,marketing,spotlightEthereum for Business: A Guide to Doing Business on BlockchainWalton College's Epic Books is publishing Ethereum for Business, a straightforward guide to the largest public blockchain. Order your copy now! Ethereum for Business Book Coverfacultyisysresearch12/22/2023faculty,isys,researchhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/60095/largest-cohort-of-mcmillon-studio-teams-reveal-prototypes-learnings-at-spring-2022-demo-dayLargest Cohort of McMillon Studio Teams Reveal Prototypes, Learnings at Spring 2022 Demo DayThe teams harnessed human-centered design principles to tackle myriad problems in the community that were identified through partnerships with local industry, non-profits and across campus.Students discussing something at lunch; Credit: Brandon Howard05/16/2022https://news.uark.edu/articles/58720/award-honoring-paul-cronan-established-by-cordes-teaching-and-faculty-support-centerAward Honoring Paul Cronan Established by Cordes Teaching and Faculty Support CenterPhoto Submitted. Paul Cronan, Department of Information Systems. An award recognizing Paul Cronan, a co-founder of the Cordes Teaching and Faculty Support Center, was recently created. The award, "The Paul Cronan Technology Teaching Excellence Award"Paul Cronan, Department of Information Systems01/21/2022Faculty Spotlight: Cash AcreyAcrey is the director of the Master of Science in Finance program, which has a social impact focus. He is also the director for the Arkansas Impact Investing initiative, which promotes investing with a purpose.Cash AcreyGrant Scholfacultyfinancespotlight11/02/2022faculty,finance,spotlighthttps://news.uark.edu/articles/59522/buy-hold-or-sell-students-compete-in-stock-competitionBuy, Hold or Sell: Students Compete in Stock CompetitionThe winners from this semester's competition are Jonathan Bass, Swapnaneel Nath and Alivia Brewer.Seven Walton College students advanced to the final round of the Stock Pitch Competition hosted by Stephens Inc. on March 14.03/30/2022Faculty Spotlight: Katie TerrellKatie has gone from working retail to teaching English abroad to corporate business analytics and is now an award-winning faculty and author of an academic textbook.Katie Terrell sitting at her desk in her officeGrant Scholfacultyspotlight09/22/2022faculty,spotlighthttps://news.uark.edu/articles/57657/diversity-in-the-workplace-panelDiversity in the Workplace PanelThis year's Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace Panel takes place virtually from 3:30-4:30 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 23. Register through Handshake.09/16/2021https://news.uark.edu/articles/59957/first-cohort-in-u-of-a-s-outdoor-startup-incubator-graduates-from-the-greenhouseFirst Cohort in U of A's Outdoor Startup Incubator Graduates from the GreenhouseIn February, he entered the Greenhouse Outdoor Recreation Program, also known as GORP, a business incubator at the University of Arkansas focused on outdoor startups. ... GORP supports startups in the cohort with workshop training, team mentoring andU of A's Outdoor Startup Incubator Graduates from the Greenhouse; Credit: Brandon Howard04/26/2022https://news.uark.edu/articles/58047/entrepreneur-phil-libin-and-walton-dean-matthew-waller-to-lead-honors-college-forum-out-of-officeEntrepreneur Phil Libin and Walton Dean Matthew Waller to Lead Honors College Forum: Out of OfficeHonors students from a wide range of disciplines will study the future of work in an Honors College Forum, Out of Office, led by entrepreneur Phil Libin and Matthew Waller, dean of Walton College. Apply by Oct. 29.Today's distributed workforce creates opportunities and challenges that will be explored in this Spring 2022 Honors College Forum; Credit: istock10/22/2021https://news.uark.edu/articles/57614/fall-2021-stock-pitch-competitionFall 2021 Stock Pitch CompetitionWilliam Cross, a current junior finance major with a minor in Japanese, took home first place in the Fall 2021 Stock Pitch CompetitionFall 2021 Stock Pitch Competition09/13/2021https://news.uark.edu/articles/57659/leadership-walton-student-executive-committeeLeadership Walton Student Executive CommitteeMorgan Wojciechowski, Amelia Catanzaro, Laura Jo Randall, Quincee Scates, Hanna Strombom, Grayson Malone, Nathan Peck, Zachary Hassan and Alisa Wyant are part of the Walton executive committee.Morgan Wojciechowski, Amelia Catanzaro, Laura Jo Randall, Quincee Scates, Hanna Strombom, Grayson Malone, Nathan Peck, Zachary Hassan and Alisa Wyant.09/20/2021Faculty Spotlight: Raja Kali“Economics is everywhere and everywhere there is economics”Raja Kali in his office sitting at his deskGrant Scholeconomicsfacultyspotlight09/15/2022economics,faculty,spotlighthttps://news.uark.edu/articles/62310/interested-in-tech-internships-and-jobs-in-arkansas-attend-the-virtual-technology-innovation-mixerInterested in Tech Internships and Jobs in Arkansas? Attend the Virtual Technology & Innovation MixerDuring this virtual mixer, students with a background and interest in technology will be able to take a seat at a virtual table and video chat between 5 and 7 p.m. Oct. 27. Register for the mixer.Attend the Virtual Technology & Innovation Mixer Thursday, Oct. 27.10/19/2022https://news.uark.edu/articles/58075/online-mapping-tool-to-accelerate-access-to-critical-data-on-agriculture-commodity-supply-chainsOnline Mapping Tool to Accelerate Access to Critical Data on Agriculture Commodity Supply ChainsThe Sustainability Consortium's will convert its existing manually-operated commodity mapping tool into a self-guided resource to increase the number of companies that can access commodity data points.Online Mapping Tool to Accelerate Access to Critical Data on Agriculture Commodity Supply Chains; Credit: The Sustainability Consortium 202110/25/2021Ice Cream, Activism and Business RevenueSEVI's Jake Grandy and his co-researcher Shon Hiatt look at activism and how it effects government regulators and industry.Jake B. Grandy, associate professor at Walton CollegeLori McLemorefacultysevi07/05/2023faculty,sevihttps://news.uark.edu/articles/57475/rogelio-garcia-contreras-named-2020-21-service-learning-committee-member-of-the-yearRogelio Garcia Contreras Named 2020-21 Service Learning Committee Member of the YearRogelio Garcia Contreras, a teaching assistant professor who has taught two service learning classes in Walton College, directed multiple service-learning-based honors theses.Rogelio Garcia Contreras; Credit: Rachel Grunert09/08/2021Healthcare Business Analytics Program Honors Robert L. ShoptawWalton College, Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield and the College of Education and Health Professions announce the Robert L. Shoptaw Master of Healthcare Business Analytics Program.Walton College announces the Robert L. Shoptaw Master of Healthcare Business Analytics Program.Lori McLemoreisys09/28/2022isysStudent Spotlight: Brooks RichardsonMeet Brooks Richardson, an incoming senior at Walton College. Discover how he secured his competitive internship, his leadership insights as President of ASCA, and his valuable advice for freshman students. Brooks Richardson at Four KitesMeghan Perryinternshipnewsstudentssupplychainwalton08/05/2024internship,news,students,supplychain,waltonhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/59591/short-talks-wilmot-discusses-research-on-personality-traits-associated-with-success-at-workShort Talks: Wilmot Discusses Research on Personality Traits Associated With Success at WorkIn this month's Short Talks from the Hill, a research podcast of the U of A Michael Wilmot, assistant professor of management, discusses two studies on the effect of personality traits and job performance.Michael Wilmot in an office; Credit: University Relations04/04/2022https://www.arkansasbusiness.com/article/137379/impact-investors-look-to-do-well-while-doing-goodImpact Investors Look to Do Well While Doing GoodThe UA working group is an initiative of the Finance Department in the Sam M. Walton College of Business.Ramsay Ball09/27/2021Next Steps with Laura CateLaura joined Dean Waller's team as chief of staff on July 1. Laura Cate; Sam M. Walton College of Businessstaff08/10/2022staffhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/62557/startup-focused-on-brain-cancer-treatment-wins-2-000-at-seed-funding-pitch-competitionStartup Focused on Brain Cancer Treatment Wins $2,000 at Seed Funding Pitch CompetitionVeronica Garcia and Hayot Tuychiev secured $2,000 for legal fees and further research for their diagnostic tool. They were among 10 teams that earned funding for proposed startups. Veronica Garcia, left, and Hayot Tuychiev answer questions about their company, Gene MassID, following their pitch at the Seed Funding Pitch Competition; Credit: Brandon Howard11/08/2022https://news.uark.edu/articles/60230/jeff-pratt-joins-walton-college-development-teamJeff Pratt Joins Walton College Development TeamPratt has been named the associate director of development for Walton College effective June 8.Jeff Pratt06/08/2022https://news.uark.edu/articles/59430/student-startup-teams-to-compete-for-110-000-cash-prize-pool-in-u-of-a-s-heartland-challengeStudent Startup Teams to Compete for $110,000 Cash Prize Pool in U of A's Heartland ChallengeTwelve graduate startup teams across North America will compete this spring in the third annual Heartland Challenge, a competition designed to simulate the process of raising venture capital for a high-growth enterprise. Heartland Challenge; Credit: Cari Humphry03/28/2022https://news.uark.edu/articles/62333/study-stock-purchases-by-senators-generate-abnormal-returns-for-firmsStudy: Stock Purchases by Senators Generate Abnormal Returns for FirmsResearchers based study on public perception of politicians as unethical, having privileged information.Jason Ridge10/20/2022https://news.uark.edu/articles/62516/two-student-companies-join-startup-village-in-downtown-fayettevilleTwo Student Companies Join Startup Village in Downtown FayettevilleTwo startups founded by U of A students — Warrenesha Arnold and Grace Underfanger — are among the three newest companies at Startup Village, which offers free co-working space to seed-stage ventures.Startup Village sign; Credit: Raleigh Woods11/03/2022trueInformation Systems Part-Time Graduate Programs Information Session June 6Join the Department of Information Systems to learn about its professional, part-time graduate programs on Thursday, June 6, at noon in an online information session.Willard J. Walker HallLori McLemoregsbisys05/29/2024gsb,isyshttps://news.uark.edu/articles/62728/u-of-a-earns-national-recognition-for-graduate-entrepreneurship-programU of A Earns National Recognition for Graduate Entrepreneurship ProgramThe U of A has been recognized by The Princeton Review as having one of the top graduate entrepreneurship programs in the country, making it one only four SEC universities to earn such distinction.Old Main at U of A Fayetteville, Arkansas Campus; Credit: Russell A. Cothren11/17/2022truePetSmart CEO J.K. Symancyk to Speak at Walton College CommencementThe ceremony is scheduled for 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 11, at Bud Walton Arena.photo of symancykJerra Tomsalumniindustry04/29/2024alumni,industryhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/61906/u-of-a-to-gather-state-leaders-in-northwest-arkansas-for-seed-arkansas-summitU of A to Gather State Leaders in Northwest Arkansas for SEED Arkansas SummitArkansas educators, business leaders and civic leadership will converge on downtown Fayetteville in October for the SEED Arkansas Summit, a gathering to empower entrepreneurs across Arkansas.Seed Arkansas Summit; Credit: Cari Humphry09/12/2022Student Spotlight: Nick KendallMeet Nick Kendall, a senior finance major from Dallas, Texas! During his time at Walton College, Nick has been an active member of Kappa Sigma Fraternity, Walton Finance Club, Walton Real Estate Club, and Walton Investment Club.A young man with short, light brown hair and a bright smile is posing against a teal-colored wooden door. He is wearing a navy blue blazer over a white dress shirt. The background features a neutral-toned wall with architectural details. His relaxed posture and friendly expression give the image a warm and approachable feel.Sydney Fordfinancespotlight02/26/2025finance,spotlighttrueIn Memoriam: Lloyd Seaton Jr.Lloyd Seaton Jr., former dean of the College of Business Administration, passed away on July 29, 2023, in Fayetteville. He was 94 years old.Lloyd Seaton Jr., former dean of the College of Business AdministrationLori McLemore09/05/2023https://news.uark.edu/articles/61750/-values-driven-authentic-leadership-shares-essential-lessons-from-leaders'Values-Driven Authentic Leadership' Shares Essential Lessons From LeadersA new book co-authored by Andrew Braham, John English and Matt Waller answers the question,Values Driven Authentic Leaders Book Cover08/29/2022Faculty Spotlight: Stephanie ThomasStephanie Thomas grew up in Shelbyville, TN just outside of Nashville and attended the University of Tennessee, Knoxville for undergrad and received her MBA there as well.Stephanie ThomasGrant Scholspotlightsupplychain10/05/2022spotlight,supplychainFaculty Spotlight: Tomas JandikTomas’ research has centered around social networks and how they play a part in the world of finance, showing that one’s social connections can help close business contracts and negotiations.Tomas JandikGrant Scholspotlight01/23/2023spotlighthttps://news.uark.edu/articles/76849/accounting-certificate-program-returns-in-april-2025Accounting Certificate Program Returns in April 2025The Office of Financial Affairs and the Human Resources Talent Development Team are partnering to present the 2025 Accounting Certificate Program.Colton MorganThe image contains bold white text that reads "ACCOUNTING CERTIFICATE" over a red-tinted aerial view of a the University of Arkansas college campus.accountingstudents03/05/2025accounting,studentsFinancial Analysis Class Takes Top Honors in Investment CompetitionThe Technical Analysis and Trading finance honors colloquium class received high honors in the 2022 CMT Association, Inc. Investment Challenge.The class, pictured above, took top honors in the 2022 CMT Association Investment Challenge, an international investment competition.Lori McLemorefinancestudents07/16/2022finance,studentshttps://waltontoday.uark.edu/2021/12/16/jackson-and-engskov-donate-barrons-subscriptions-to-walton-college/Jackson and Engskov Donate Barron’s Subscriptions to Walton CollegeFor the third consecutive year, alumni Douglas Jackson Jr. and John Engskov are providing free online subscriptions to Barron’s financial magazine to Walton College students, faculty and staff.Jackson and Engskov Donate Barron’s Subscriptions to Walton College12/06/2021https://news.uark.edu/articles/62301/firms-issue-unrelated-news-when-sec-disclosure-is-bad-newsFirms Issue Unrelated News When SEC Disclosure Is Bad NewsResearchers studied thousands of SEC mandated filings and found that firms forced to disclose bad news were more likely to announce unrelated news to distract investors.Caleb Rawson10/18/2022trueJoin Walton’s Women in IT Virtual Conference Dec. 6Business and technology professionals should attend to hear about generative AI, cybersecurity, blockchain, tech ethics and more.Kate O'Neill is the keynote speaker for the Women in IT conference on Dec. 6.Lori McLemoreindustrystudents11/21/2023industry,studentshttps://www.armoneyandpolitics.com/born-for-the-business-dean-matthew-waller/Born for the Business: Dean Matthew WallerWith a genuine fascination for all things business and a love of both learning and teaching, it is hard to imagine any job better suited for him. John CallahanMatthew Wallerfacultyspotlightsupplychain01/30/2023faculty,spotlight,supplychainFour Walton College Alumni HonoredEd Wilson, John W. Collins, Stormey Collins and Greg Colvin will be recognized for their service, entrepreneurship and lifetime achievement.(l-r)Walton College alumni Ed Wilson, John W. Collins, Stormey Collins and Greg Colvin.Carolyn Eileralumni03/17/2023alumnihttps://honorsblog.uark.edu/surveying-the-state-of-community-banks-5-qs-with-jackson-walton/Surveying the State of Community Banks: 5 Q’s with Jackson WaltonJackson’s current thesis project explores the rapid decline of community banks, which results in a lack of financial access and financial literacy throughout many small communities in Arkansas and beyond.photo of jackson waltonbankingeconomicsfinanceresearchstudentstudent successstudents01/24/2024banking,economics,finance,research,student,student success,studentsGary Peters Receives Joseph Silvoso Faculty Merit Award Peters was honored by the American Accounting Association in February 2023 for facilitating the merger of two professional groups. Gary Peters received the Joseph Silvoso Faculty Merit Award from the American Accounting Association.Lori McLemoreaccountingfaculty03/01/2023accounting,facultytruehttps://news.uark.edu/articles/69949/jim-goodlander-retirement-celebration-set-for-march-29Jim Goodlander Retirement Celebration Set for March 29Goodlander never stopped innovating and advancing, He began his career with analog tape, and is retiring in the time of AI.Meghan PerryJim Goodlander03/28/2024Students in Marketing Class Compete With Ideas to Draw Gen Z to Graduate HotelsGraduate Hotels worked with three Integrated Marketing classes, asking students to analyze a problem and suggest workable solutions.photo of studentsLori McLemoremarketingstudent successstudents01/24/2024marketing,student success,studentstrueAccountant Alyson Clyburn, Master of Applied Business Analytics '25Alyson, an accounting director in Little Rock, pursued a Master of Applied Business Analytics through Walton College's part-time, professional program to help her with innovation and automation opportunities at work.Alyson Clyburn, MABA '25Lori McLemoreMABAisys06/02/2025MABA,isyshttps://news.uark.edu/articles/70028/former-walmart-evp-joe-metzger-joins-u-of-a-supply-chain-management-facultyFormer Walmart EVP Joe Metzger Joins U of A Supply Chain Management FacultyMetzger joins the J.B. Hunt Transport Department of Supply Chain Management with 36 years of exceptional performance at top companies, leading strategy, planning capital and automation investment.Nathan Bramwellphoto of Joe Metzgerfacultyleadershipsupplychain04/05/2024faculty,leadership,supplychainFolse Joins Walton as Department of Marketing ChairAfter 22 years, Judith Anne Garretson Folse returns to Walton College.Judith Anne Garretson Folse, Department of Marketingmarketing08/07/2022marketingSabherwal Receives LEO Award for Lifetime Exceptional Achievement Rajiv received the award at the 2022 International Conference on Information Systems in Copenhagen, Denmark, in December.Walton College’s Rajiv Sabherwal received the award at the 2022 International Conference on Information Systems in Copenhagen, Denmark, in December.Lori McLemoreisys02/15/2023isystrueKern Selected as Walton College Employee of the Fourth QuarterJamie Kern, director in the Graduate School of Business, has been named employee of the fourth quarter of 2022-2023 academic year. Jamie Kern and co-workers.Lori McLemorefaculty09/12/2023facultytrueShaila Miranda: From Dogs to HogsMeet Shaila Miranda, the new chair for the Department of Information Systems.Shaila MirandaLori McLemorefacultyisysspotlight08/28/2023faculty,isys,spotlighthttps://news.uark.edu/articles/76857/gorp-helps-outdoor-startup-launch-product-lineGORP Helps Outdoor Startup Launch Product LineAfter launching a company in 2023 to support the unique needs of women shooters, and with some assistance from U of A's Greenhouse Outdoor Recreation Program, she's launched her first product, a gun range backpack inspired by legendary sharpshooter Calamity Jane. Brandon HowardThe image showcases a stylish brown leather backpack with multiple carrying options. It features a top handle, adjustable shoulder straps, and a detachable crossbody strap. The bag has a front pocket with a flap, a zippered main compartment, and side mesh pockets. A metallic logo with the brand name "JANE WICK" is displayed on the upper front panel.entrepreneurship03/05/2025entrepreneurshiptrueMeet Josh Koelker, Master of Information Systems '25“A strong emphasis on IT management has also been a game-changer. During my first year as a professional student, I gained skills that helped me excel in my current role. By my second year, I was learning tools and strategies to elevate my career to the next level.” Josh Koelker, MIS '25Lori McLemoreMISisyspmis06/05/2025MIS,isys,pmistrueSherry Li Receives the Lewis E. Epley Jr. ProfessorshipSherry Li, professor of economics, is the new holder of the Lewis E. Epley Jr. Professorship. Li is the second to hold this prestigious title.Sherry LiLori McLemoreeconomicsfaculty10/17/2023economics,facultytruehttps://news.uark.edu/articles/69607/professor-mary-lacity-receives-2024-sec-faculty-achievement-awardProfessor Mary Lacity Receives 2024 SEC Faculty Achievement AwardThis honor is a testament to her unwavering commitment to research excellence and her dedication to our students' success.photo of Mary Lacityfacultyisysnoteworthy02/26/2024faculty,isys,noteworthyRegister Now: Future of Work Panel DiscussionJoin Walton College for a free panel discussion and complimentary happy hour regarding the future of work on April 4 in Bentonville. Professionals network at event.Lori McLemore03/13/2023Master of Science in Marketing Degree Now Available at Walton CollegeWalton College now offers a Master of Science in Marketing degree, which focuses on brand and retail management, consumer behavior and analytics.Craig GeigerLori McLemoreMSMmarketing03/27/2023MSM,marketingRichardson Joins the Technology Innovation Alliance Working GroupVernon Richardson joins the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board's Technology Innovation Alliance Working Group.Vern RichardsonLori McLemoreaccountingfaculty12/15/2022accounting,facultyMervin Jebaraj Reports on Economic Trends at Business Analysis on June 8The Center for Business and Economic Research will focus on the NWA economy and the region’s immediate and long-term economic prospects.Mervin Jebaraj speaks at the October 2022 Quarterly Business AnalysisLori McLemoreeconomincsfacultyindustryresearch04/25/2023economincs,faculty,industry,researchRichardson, Teeter and Terrell Receive Accounting Education Award The American Accounting Association presented the 2022 Innovation in Accounting Education Award to Vernon J. Richardson, Ryan Teeter and Katie L. Terrell.The American Accounting Association presented the 2022 Innovation in Accounting Education Award to (L-R) Ryan Teeter, Vernon J. Richardson and Katie L. Terrell.Lori McLemoreaccountingfaculty09/14/2022accounting,facultytrueModderman Selected as Walton College Employee of the First QuarterVinnie Modderman, computer support specialist in the Technology Center, has been named employee of the first quarter by Walton College for the 2023-2024 academic year. Vinnie Modderman, Employee of the QuarterLori McLemorestaff12/01/2023staffhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/54640/help-solve-community-problems-exacerbated-by-covid-19-through-social-innovation-challengeHelp Solve Community Problems Exacerbated by COVID-19 Through Social Innovation Challengeinnovators are needed now more than ever.09/18/2020Molly Rapert Lets the Dominoes Fall into PlaceIf not for a series of chance encounters, a forged cover letter and a leap of faith, her life would have been very different.Molly Rapert sits in her office at Walton College.Grant Scholmarketing03/22/2023marketingtrueSales Competition Spotlight: Bella SteketeeThe competition brings together students who make pitches judged by real buyers and sellers from various industries. image showing studentmarketingsalesspotlightstudent successstudents05/30/2024marketing,sales,spotlight,student success,studentshttps://news.uark.edu/articles/69686/-mypathtoseniorwalk-lizbeth-hernandez-finds-her-footing#MyPathToSeniorWalk: Lizbeth Hernandez Finds Her FootingLizbeth Hernandez believes students should take advantage of the opportunities they are given.Lizbeth Hernandezaccountingspotlightstudentstudent successtransfer03/01/2024accounting,spotlight,student,student success,transferStanley D. Smith: In MemoriamDean Emeritus Stan Smith passed away Nov. 21, 2022, in Deland, Fla. He served as dean of the College of Business Administration from 1989 - 1992.Dean Emeritus Stanley “Stan” D. Smith, circa 1989Lori McLemore11/25/2022https://news.uark.edu/articles/70652/non-profit-awards-walton-college-students-awesome-scholarshipNon-Profit Awards Supply Chain Students AWESOME AwardKatherine Thomas and Tessa Freberg, seniors in the Sam M. Walton College of Business, have been recognized as 2024 Excellence in Education Scholars by the national non-profit AWESOME (Achieving Women's Excellence in Supply Chain Operations, Management and Education). Meghan PerryImage of Katherine Thomas and Tessa Freberg, seniors in the Sam M. Walton College of BusinessScholarshipsstudent successstudentssupplychain06/24/2024Scholarships,student success,students,supplychainhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/70302/u-of-a-startups-win-over-50-000-in-prize-money-at-arkansas-governor-s-cupU of A Startups Win Over $50,000 in Prize Money at Arkansas Governor's CupThe team emerged from the Walton College Master of Science in Product Innovation program, which develops the skills to create, launch and manage products in the context of a startup or industry environment. photo of award winning studentsentrepreneurshipsevistudents04/29/2024entrepreneurship,sevi,studentshttps://news.uark.edu/articles/57696/panel-discussion-impact-investing-as-a-catalyst-for-growth-building-the-ecosystem-in-arkansasPanel Discussion: Impact Investing as a Catalyst for Growth: Building the Ecosystem in ArkansasExploring the power of impact investing within local communities — how impact investing can stir economic growth and provide access to capital for diverse entrepreneurs.impact investing event09/17/2021Smith Receives AACSRE Emerging Fellowship for Signage ResearchThe Academic Advisory Council for Signage Research and Education announced that Leah Smith, assistant professor of marketing in the Walton College, will receive an Emerging Fellows award of $10,000 to examine the effects of sensational spelling in on-premise signage and branding.Leah Smithfacultyresearch07/06/2022faculty,researchPeters Named Senior Associate Dean for Walton CollegeGary F. Peters, chair of the William Dillard Department of Accounting, was named the senior associate dean for Walton College. Gary PetersLori McLemoreaccountingfacultynoteworthy07/12/2023accounting,faculty,noteworthyRegister for Business Integrity Program Focused on Speaking UpThe fall Let’s Talk program will focus on speaking up when something seems wrong. Students, faculty, staff and the public are welcome.Let's Talk About Speaking UpLori McLemore08/25/2022truePrototyping and Design: Turning Imaginative Ideas into Innovative ProductsGraduate students (l-r) Seth Baker and Morgan Reese present their solutions for more comfortable biking helmets in the Principles of Product Design and Prototyping (SEVI 5443) class, a component in the Master of Science in Product Innovation program.Graduate students (l-r) Seth Baker and Morgan Reese present their solutions for more comfortable biking helmets in the Principles of Product Design and Prototyping (SEVI 5443) class, a component in the Master of Science in Product Innovation program.Lori McLemoreDesignMSPIinnovationsevi05/29/2024Design,MSPI,innovation,seviSchwarzkopf Selected as Walton College Employee of the First QuarterAustin Schwarzkopf, administrative specialist III in the Undergraduate Programs Office, has been named employee of the first quarter!Austin Schwarzkopf, administrative specialist III in the Undergraduate Programs Office, has been named employee of the first quarter by the Sam M. Walton College of Business. Lori McLemorestaff04/12/2023staffhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/69260/walton-college-students-to-benefit-from-new-stat-recovery-scholarshipWalton College Students to Benefit from New STAT Recovery ScholarshipThe scholarship is designed to alleviate financial pressures, allowing recipients to focus on their studies and career goals, and will provide $15,000 per recipient for students in their fifth/master’s year of study.photo of professor with studentdevelopmentgivinggsbscholarshipstudent successstudents01/24/2024development,giving,gsb,scholarship,student success,studentsThree Department Chairs Announced for Walton CollegeJonathan Shipman, Shaila Miranda and Alexey Malakhov are Walton College’s department chairs for the accounting, information systems and finance departments.Jonathan Shipman, Shaila Miranda and Alexey Malakhov are Walton College’s department chairs for the accounting, information systems and finance departments.Lori McLemoreaccountingfacultyfinanceisys08/25/2023accounting,faculty,finance,isysState of Northwest Arkansas Region, Business Analysis Set for Oct. 27Mervin Jebaraj will discuss economic data and housing affordability compared to peer regions and the nation.Mervin Jebaraj, director for the Center for Business and Economic Research, will highlight the latest economic data and financial news influencing local, state and national businesses. Lori McLemoreeconomicsfacultyWednesday, September 21, 2022 7:43:59 AM PDTeconomics,facultyhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/70713/isabelle-artnak-selected-as-2024-ali-arguello-service-recipient?Isabelle Artnak Selected as 2024 Ali Arguello Service RecipientIsabelle "Izzy" Artnak, an honors student at the U of A, is the recipient of this year's Ali Arguello Service Award. Nathan BramwellIsabelle "Izzy" Artnak in Romesupplychain07/23/2024supplychaintrueState of Northwest Arkansas Region, Quarterly Business Analysis Set Oct. 25 U of A economist Mervin Jebaraj joined by Northwest Arkansas Council to release the Annual State of the NWA Region Report.U of A economist Mervin Jebaraj Lori McLemoreindustry09/19/2023industryTop Business Researchers in the World Located at Walton CollegeTwo business-focused research databases with an international reach tout faculty at Walton College as some of the most cited researchers in the world.winter sceneLori McLemoreisysmanagementmarketingsupplychain01/11/2024isys,management,marketing,supplychainSteiger-Muck Named Senior Director of Walton College Career ServicesIn this role, she will led a team of professionals to motivate and coach students to help prepare them for careers and student internships.Lindsey Steiger-MuckLori McLemorestaff01/11/2023staffhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/70602/walton-college-professor-to-be-awarded-outstanding-accounting-educatorVernon Richardson Awarded Outstanding Educator by American Accounting Association"It's an honor to be recognized for my lifetime commitment to students. Adding a small portion to their unlimited potential is what we all try to do in academe."Meghan Perryphoto of vern richardsonaccountingfaculty06/24/2024accounting,facultyGraduate Student Spotlight: Ashley LeeAshley a mother of three, and a full-time student in the Master of Economic Analytics program.Ashley Lee with familyGrant Scholeconomicsisysspotlight02/15/2023economics,isys,spotlighthttps://online.uark.edu/students/experience/colton-hinrichs.phpStudent Spotlight: Colton HinrichsAfter starting the Professional Master of Applied Business Analytics program, Colton Hinrichs has already received a job promotion and is in line for another when he graduates this spring.Colton Hinrichsisysscholarshipspotlightstudent01/03/2023isys,scholarship,spotlight,studentWalton College Hosts Block Party on MondayThe Sam M. Walton College of Business will host its 31th annual Block Party, complete with hot dogs, pizza, drinks and more on Monday, August 28, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Shollmier Plaza! Drop by Monday for FREE FOOD. Welcome back to campus! Lori McLemore08/22/2023Student-Run Business Spotlight: Nicholas Prentiss"Venture creation and entrepreneurship has been a burning desire in me since I was a kid."photo of Nicholas PrentissGrant Scholmanagementspotlight01/24/2023management,spotlightWalton College Hosts Block Party on TuesdayFind free food and a truck simulator noon to 2 p.m. on the plaza!2017 Annual Block PartyLori McLemore08/18/2022Walton College Recognizes Outstanding Faculty Dean Matt Waller presented faculty awards for the 2022-23 academic year. 2023 Faculty AwardsLori McLemorefaculty05/05/2023facultytrueStudents: Dream Big with P&G and WalmartStudents, join us for the Always Dreaming speaking event featuring female business leaders on Tuesday, August 29, from 6 – 8 p.m. in WJWH 218.Walker Hallcareersstudents08/25/2023careers,studentsWomen in Supply Chain: Symposium to be Held October 23rdSupply chain students and early career supply chain professionals from around the globe will gather virtually to learn and grow around this year’s Symposium theme: What’s Your Vision?Women and Careers in Supply Chain Management09/30/2020Watch: The SCM Hall of Fame 2021 OverviewThis video takes you through the mission and vision of the Supply Chain Hall of Fame. SCM Hall of Fame 2021Supply Chain Hall of Famesupplychain05/14/2021Supply Chain Hall of Fame,supplychainhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/54719/supply-chain-hall-of-fame-grand-opening-set-for-oct-8Supply Chain Hall of Fame Grand Opening Set for Oct. 8The purpose of the CSCMP Supply Chain Hall of Fame, hosted by the Walton College of Business, is to shine a bright light on the greatest supply chain innovations and leadership accomplishments to date, and to inspire the bright future of supply chain management, and the professionals that will build this future.Hall of Fame09/22/2020New Report Shows Health and Economic Benefits of Biking in NWAThe Center for Business and Economic Research found the biking industry generated $159 million in total economic impacts in Northwest Arkansas in 2022.World class cyclists compete at Centennial Park in Fayetteville in 2022 creating tourism revenue for Northwest Arkansas.Lori McLemoresevi06/12/2023sevitrueU of A Supply Chain Students Place Top Three in Intermodal EXPO's Academic ChallengeThe supply chain students representing the U of A were Ben Blaine, Matthew Grierson, Lily Raccasi, Ella Knee and Bart Bartholomeo.(L-R) Supply chain students Ben Blaine, Matthew Grierson, Lily Raccasi, Ella Knee and Bart Bartholomeo.Nathan Bramwellstudentssupplychain09/20/2023students,supplychainU.S. Economy Looks Stable for 2023At the Quarterly Business Analysis held June 8, Jebaraj reports a recession in 2023 is unlikely. Mervin Jebaraj reports the U.S. economy remains strong. [Photo by Grant Schol.]Lori McLemoreeconomincsfacultyresearch01/03/2023economincs,faculty,researchtruehttps://news.uark.edu/articles/70580/study-shows-sustainability-advantage-for-omnichannel-retailersStudy Shows Sustainability Advantage for Omnichannel RetailersRod Thomas and co-authors Remko Van Hoek and Travis Tokar, discussed these findings in a Harvard Business Review article published last month. Nathan Bramwella sign showing customers they can order online and pickup in store.facultyresearchretailsupplychain06/19/2024faculty,research,retail,supplychainWaldie Wins 2023 Geren-Koski AwardMike Waldie received the Outstanding Staff Award from the Graduate School and International Education for excellence in graduate education.(l-r) From left: Collis R. Geren, Mike Waldie, Patricia R. KoskiLori McLemore04/24/2023The Business of Being EthicalThe Walton MBA Class of 2022 was challenged to “do something good.” They met the challenge head on.Description/Caption: (L-R) Adam Stoverink, Bridgett Skeirik, Anna Snodgrass, Cornelia Swardh, Peyton Boxberger and Cindy Moehring celebrate the placement of Montay Coffee in several Northwest Arkansas Walmart locations.Lori McLemore08/19/2022trueU of A Students Take Top Honors at International Model United NationsIn November, 14 students from the University of Arkansas competed at the International Model United Nations conference held in Erfurt, Germany, and left with five top honors.photo of studentsLori McLemorenoteworthystudent successstudents01/17/2024noteworthy,student success,studentshttps://talkbusiness.net/2022/01/ua-group-focuses-on-impact-investing/UA group focuses on impact investingThe finance department of the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas recently launched an initiative that’s expected to accelerate impact investing in Arkansas.investing and growth01/26/2022The Business of Outdoor Recreation: Earn a Micro-CertificateLove biking, camping, fishing or hiking? Earn an Outdoor Products and Services Micro-Certificate to learn the business side of outdoor recreation.Two bikers hit the trail.Lori McLemoresevi09/06/2023sevihttps://news.uark.edu/articles/78713/personality-can-explain-why-some-ceos-earn-higher-salariesPersonality Can Explain Why Some CEOs Earn Higher SalariesThe personality of a CEO is one factor driving the increase in executive compensation, according to a new study from a team of researchers that includes Sam M. Walton College of Business strategic management professor Jason Ridge.Todd PriceJason Ridge at his deskentrepreneurshipsevi07/03/2025entrepreneurship,seviU of A Teams Up With Plug and Play to Host Supply Chain Trends Conference Register now for the SCM Trends Conference in Bentonville on April 19.Matt Waller at the 2019 SCM Trends ConferenceLori McLemoresupplychain03/16/2023supplychainVivian Reese Hill Named Assistant Director of MS Finance ProgramHill will assist in the marketing and recruitment of students for the lucrative one-year, full-time graduate program.photo of VivianLori McLemorefinance01/19/2024financeWalton College Alumni, Students Recognized at Awards CelebrationOutstanding students and alumni were honored for their values, talent, achievement and hard work.Walton College Dean Matt Waller recognizes Mitchelle AtunguluLori McLemorealumnifacultystudents05/08/2023alumni,faculty,studentsWalton College Alumnus Bill Underwood Dies at Age 90William “Bill” Gravely Underwood, founder of Underwoods Fine Jewelry and alumnus of the Walton College, died April 2 in Fayetteville after a brief illness.Bill and LeAnn Underwood stand in the Honors College lounge at Walton College.Lori McLemoregiving04/17/2023givingtrueWalton College and American Bankers Association Advance Future of BankingBanking leaders met at Walton College at 2nd & Main in downtown Little Rock to discuss challenging issues facing the banking industry in Arkansas.The Future of BankingFaith Raungsbstaff09/07/2023gsb,staffWalton College Information Session: So You Want to Be a Lecturer Join Walton College on May 2 to learn how to become a lecturer and share your business expertise with students.Guest lecturer Jeff Metzner, vice president of Walmart team marketing and communications at Procter & Gamble, shares his marketing and branding expertise in professor Molly Rapert’s marketing class.Lori McLemorefaculty04/24/2023facultyWalton College Launches Master of Science in Product Innovation ProgramThe degree targets recent graduates and mid-career professionals who want to develop skills to launch products in a startup or innovative environment.A biker riding on a Northwest Arkansas trail. Photo by Michael Gjellum.Lori McLemoresevi09/25/2023sevitrueWalton College Launches Master of Science in Product InnovationThe new graduate program, which promotes product innovation and management, launched its inaugural class on August 17.– Justin Urso led student orientation for the 2023 Master of Science in Product Innovation cohort in August.Lori McLemoregsbnoteworthysevi09/25/2023gsb,noteworthy,sevitrueWalton College Partners With UA Morrilton to Assist Transfer StudentsThe partnership will assist students transitioning from a two-year associate degree at UA Community College at Morrilton to a four-year bachelor’s degree at the U of A.Announcing the agreement between the U of A and UACCM were (L-R) Karen Boston, Gary Peters, Brent Williams, Charles Robinson, Lisa Willenberg, Richard Counts and Robert Keeton.Lori McLemoreScholarshipsstudents09/21/2023Scholarships,studentsWalton College Partners With UA Rich Mountain in Turn 2 into 4 ProgramThe Turn 2 into 4 program will assist students transitioning from a two-year associate degree to a four-year bachelor's degree.Turn 2 Into 4 programLori McLemoreScholarships11/02/2022ScholarshipstrueWalton College Ranked 25th Best Undergrad Business School in USWalton College ranked 25th Best Undergraduate Business Program in public colleges by U.S. News & World Report in its 2024 national listing. Among public and private institutions across the country, Walton College is 38th.Walton College ranks 25th Best Undergraduate Business ProgramLori McLemorenoteworthyrankings09/21/2023noteworthy,rankingsWalton College Seniors Receive AWESOME ScholarshipRachel Spencer, a senior studying supply chain management, and Lily Raccasi, a senior majoring in international business with a supply chain concentration, were selected as AWESOME 2023 Excellence in Education Scholars.Stephanie Thomas (center) congratulates supply chain management seniors Lily Raccasi (left) and Rachel Spencer for being selected as an AWESOME Scholar by Achieving Women's Excellence in Supply Chain Operation, Management and Education.Nathan BramwellScholarshipsgivingsupplychain05/15/2023Scholarships,giving,supplychainWalton College Students Land Real Estate InternshipsFinance students Nolan Marrs, Jack McConnell, Kane Vasquez and David Markovich participated in a real estate pitch competition and internship. Walton finance students (l-r) Nolan Marrs, Jack McConnell, Kane Vasquez and David Markovich participated in a real estate pitch competition and virtual internship. Lori McLemoremanagementstudents04/19/2023management,studentstrueWalton College Students Seal the Deal in 2023 Sales CompetitionEarlier this month, 145 students from eight classes participated in the college’s 2023 Sales Competition, the largest one held to date. 2023 Sales Competition Winners AnnouncedLori McLemoremarketingsalesstudent successstudents11/17/2023marketing,sales,student success,studentsWalton Takes Three First Place Awards in Investment CompetitionWalton College Portfolio Management Class students won three first-place awards at the Global Asset Management Education Forum in New York!Portfolio Management Students take three first place awards!Lori McLemorefinancestudents04/20/2023finance,studentsWalton College’s Supply Chain Graduate Program Ranked No. 2 In North AmericaGartner’s rankings validate our dedication to program relevance and industry engagement.ranked number two for supply chainLori McLemorerankingssupplychain07/19/2022rankings,supplychainWalton MBA Recognized by Princeton ReviewThe Princeton Review added the Walton MBA to its Best Business Schools list for On-Campus MBA Programs 2023!Walton College graduate students work on an MBA project.Lori McLemorembaranking02/14/2023mba,rankingWalton Students Create 'Hungry Hog Box' to Support On-Campus Food PantryGroup of students with food pantry itemsGrant Scholstudents10/03/2022studentstrueWilliams, Marion and Wolfe Named 2023 Speech Competition WinnersThe Business Communication Lab and the Department of Communication hosted the annual Presenter of the Year Competition on Nov. 7. The 2023 Presenter of the Year finalists are (L-R) Logan Williams, Darby Marion, Summer Wolfe, Hannah Murphy, Aman Patel and Carter Stainton.Ryan Sheetsstudents11/13/2023studentsWISE Symposium Honors Supply Chain Legends and Looks to the FutureThe symposium kicks off Oct. 6-7 at Walton College and will highlight WISE Legends, female supply chain management pioneers. WISE women in supply chain managementLori McLemoreindustrystudentssupplychain10/03/2022industry,students,supplychainWith the Boyers, Philanthropy Goes Beyond AcademicsWalton College welcomed past, current and future Boyer Fellowship recipients at a luncheon, giving them the opportunity to reconnect.Boyer Fellows 04/28/23Lori McLemoreScholarshipsgivingstudents05/05/2023Scholarships,giving,studentstrueWorking Professionals: Join Walton College for EMBA Preview Day on June 15Learn more about the Executive MBA program. Register now!Professor Jeff Murray leads an Executive MBA class, sharing marketing tips and techniques.Lori McLemore06/12/2024Amber Young: Finding the Humanity in Information SystemsAs artificial intelligence (AI) continues to blur the lines between what’s human and what’s a machine, Young stresses the importance of maintaining a clear distinction between people and objects. "I am concerned about what we might lose if we fail to distinguish between humans and objects," she notes. Photo by Ella LehmanMeghan Perryfacultyisysresearch07/22/2024faculty,isys,researchStudent Spotlight: Katherine WarstlerKatherine earned an Outstanding Student Award from the Walton College Management Department and was named a Senior of Significance by the Arkansas Alumni Association.Katherine WarstlerHailey Wilson Lindseymarketingspotlightstudentswalton07/24/2024marketing,spotlight,students,waltontrueNatalie Cypert Roberts: Nurse. Mom. Student.Natalie Cypert Roberts is pursuing a Master of Healthcare Business Analytics at Walton College's Graduate School of Business.Natalie Cypert Roberts is pursuing a Master of Healthcare Business Analytics at Walton College's Graduate School of Business.Lori McLemoreHCBAgraduate studentsgsbisys07/19/2024HCBA,graduate students,gsb,isyshttps://news.uark.edu/articles/72795/-collaborative-disruption-explores-revolutionary-retailCollaborative Disruption: The Walmart and P&G Partnership that Changed Retail ForeverThe book "Collaborative Disruption" explores how strategic collaborations can reshape customer-supplier relationships within the consumer packaged-goods sector and beyond.Ryan Sheetsimage showing the Collaborative Disruption book coverresearchsupplychain11/07/2024research,supplychainhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/70680/power-to-lead-philanthropic-initiatives-for-walton-collegePower to Lead Philanthropic Initiatives for Walton CollegeMark Power has been named assistant dean for philanthropy in the Sam M. Walton College of Business, effective July 8. Jerra TomsJeff Pratt, Mark Power, and Dean Brent Williamsdevelopmentstudentswalton07/01/2024development,students,waltontruehttps://news.uark.edu/articles/72774/walton-college-researchers-ranked-top-2-in-the-world-by-elsevierWalton College Researchers Ranked Top 2% in the World by ElsevierSeven distinguished faculty members at the Sam M. Walton College of Business have been recognized among the top 2 percent of scientists globally in Elsevier's latest 2024 rankings.Meghan Perrystudents walking in Shollmier Plaza between fall colored treesfeaturedinformation systemmanagementmarketingresearchsupplychaintopfeatured11/06/2024featured,information system,management,marketing,research,supplychain,topfeaturedtrueProPika: The Entrepreneurial Side to Agricultural WasteNhiem Cao and Angel Treat, students in the Master of Science in Product Innovation program, want to make the world “cleaner, greener, greater” through their jet fuel startup company ProPika. In April, Angel Treat and Nhiem Cao participated in a clean energy roundtable discussion at the White House. Lori McLemoreMSPIOffice of Entrepreneurship and Innovationgraduate studentsgsbsevi07/12/2024MSPI,Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation,graduate students,gsb,seviGORP Taking Root: State Expansion of Greenhouse Outdoor Recreation ProgramThe Greenhouse Outdoor Recreation Program (GORP) is poised to play a crucial role in shaping Arkansas' outdoor recreation economy and supporting entrepreneurs across the state. Mountain Biker, showing outline of the state of ArkansasMeghan Perryentrepreneurshipoutdoorreport11/16/2024entrepreneurship,outdoor,reportRob McEver: An Engineer Impacting Walton College’s Marketing Students"I am really passionate about my students. I seek to serve them as a coach and mentor with the goal of helping them be successful in life."photo of Rob McEverMeghan Perryfacultymarketingsalesspotlight07/10/2024faculty,marketing,sales,spotlightBILI Is Building an Integrity Revolution Developing business leaders who understand the importance of integrity, and can navigate complex decision-making processes.photo of student groupMeghan Perrybilireportstudents11/18/2024bili,report,studentstruehttps://news.uark.edu/articles/70670/walton-college-supply-chain-management-programs-top-ranked-againSupply Chain Management Programs Top Ranked AgainGartner has named Walton College's supply chain management undergrad and grad programs as one No. 1 and No. 2 in North America. Meghan PerryGartner ranking Supply Chain numbernoteworthyrankingssupplychainwalton06/27/2024noteworthy,rankings,supplychain,waltonhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/73134/u-of-a-students-sweep-awards-at-international-model-un-conferenceU of A Students Sweep Awards at International Model UN ConferenceA group of 11 students from the Sam M. Walton College of Business and the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Arkansas achieved remarkable success at the National Model United Nations Conference, held in the Galápagos Islands, Ecuador, over Thanksgiving break.Meghan PerryFront row, from left: Sydney Foster, Izzy Artnak, Aidan Bhargava and Katherine Ford; and back row: Aaryan Phadnis, Jason Adams, Sam Butler and Robert Stapp.honorsnewsstudentsstudy abroadwalton12/20/2024honors,news,students,study abroad,waltonhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/69223/brent-d-williams-named-dean-of-sam-m-walton-college-of-businessBrent D. Williams Named Dean of Sam M. Walton College of Business"His outstanding teaching, research, mentoring, industry outreach and administrative leadership have contributed to the Walton College's reputation as one of the nation's top business schools," said Chancellor Charles Robinson.photo of Brent Williamsfacultyleadershipnoteworthysupplychain01/12/2024faculty,leadership,noteworthy,supplychainhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/73266/discover-red-growing-our-outdoor-economyDiscover RED: Growing Our Outdoor EconomyAt the University of Arkansas, the Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation works to grow that sector with the Greenhouse Outdoor Recreation Program, an incubator for new outdoor businesses.Todd PriceA cyclist performing a jump on a mountain biking trail surrounded by autumn trees, with a 'Discover Red' logo featuring the outline of Arkansas in red on the left side of the image.OEIOffice of Entrepreneurship and Innovationentrepreneurshipinnovationred01/14/2025OEI,Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation,entrepreneurship,innovation,redhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/71028/fleischer-scholars-program-inspiring-tomorrow-s-business-leadersFleischer Scholars Program: Inspiring Tomorrow's Business LeadersOver five days, senior high school students explored business career paths, enhanced their critical thinking and communication skills, gained knowledge about attending the U of A and networked with business leaders in the NWA community.Meghan PerryFleischer Scholars at General Mills in Summer 2024newsstudents08/26/2024news,studentsAn Enduring Legacy: The William Dillard II Leadership ChairMatt Waller is poised to continue Bill Dillard’s vision for inspiring and influencing the next generation of business leaders. Photo of William Dillard II and Matt WallerMeghan Perryaccountingfacultygivingleadershipreportsupplychain11/20/2024accounting,faculty,giving,leadership,report,supplychainhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/70968/paul-cronan-retirement-celebration-set-for-aug-22Paul Cronan: Celebrating 45 Years of Distinguished ServiceRetirement Celebration Set for Aug. 22: Dr. Paul Cronan is a beloved member of the Information Systems faculty and of the extended Walton College.Meghan Perryphoto of Paul Cronanfacultyisys08/19/2024faculty,isystruehttps://news.uark.edu/articles/72804/walton-college-names-seminar-series-in-honor-of-mary-ann-greenwoodWalton College Names Seminar Series in Honor of Mary Ann Greenwood“She commanded any room with respect and poise, building a successful firm of the highest standard. Her business acumen only came second to her love for Arkansas."Meghan Perryphoto of walton faculty and Greenwood familyeconomicsfacultygivingresearch11/08/2024economics,faculty,giving,researchhttps://online.uark.edu/students/experience/katie-bailey.phpStudent Spotlight: Katie BaileyKatie gained more than knowledge of accounting processes when she earned an online degree.Photo of Katieaccountingspotlight07/12/2024accounting,spotlightStudent Spotlight: Kendall JasperMeet senior Kendall Jasper! Kendall is a Marketing major with a Business Analytics minor from Fayetteville.A student, Kendall Jasper posing for a headshot with a plant behind his head.Camryn Sextonbusinessanalyticsinnovationisysmarketingspotlightstudentspotlight11/14/2024businessanalytics,innovation,isys,marketing,spotlight,studentspotlighttrueSydney Dunavant: From Biology to BusinessSydney was drawn to Walton's MBA Program for several reasons: location, leadership and the overall requirements. Sydney Dunavant overlooking the Santiago, Chile, skyline.Lori McLemoreDepartment of Managementgsbmanagementmbastudy abroad08/14/2024Department of Management,gsb,management,mba,study abroadStudent Spotlight: Nadia VartenianMeet junior Nadia Vartenian, a proud El Dorado Promise Scholarship recipient!A confident young woman with long dark hair styled back in a ponytail, wearing a white sleeveless top and silver hoop earrings. She is smiling warmly and standing outdoors with blurred architectural elements and railings in the background.Sydney FordScholarshipscareer connectionscareersfinanceglobalinternationalspotlightstudentspotlightsupplychain01/21/2025Scholarships,career connections,careers,finance,global,international,spotlight,studentspotlight,supplychainhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/70908/walton-college-professor-awarded-walmart-lectureship-in-retailingProfessor Awarded Walmart Lectureship in RetailingMolly Rapert, an esteemed marketing professor at the University of Arkansas, has been awarded the prestigious Walmart Lectureship in Retailing within the Sam M. Walton College of Business. Meghan PerryMolly Rapert teaching a marketing classfacultymarketingnewswalton08/12/2024faculty,marketing,news,waltonhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/71078/walton-engineering-students-collaborate-at-freshmen-innovation-experienceWalton, Engineering Students Collaborate at Freshmen Innovation ExperienceThe idea, known as Fay-Day, was conceived during the Converge: Freshmen Innovation Experience, which paired students from the Sam M. Walton College of Business and the College of Engineering.Brandon Howardphoto of three students, Hadley Ayers and her two team members presentingentrepreneurshipsevistudents09/16/2024entrepreneurship,sevi,studentsBreaking Barriers: Synetra HughesSynetra Hughes hit the ground running in August 2024 as Walton College's director of Arkansas engagement and hasn’t looked back. With a focus on fostering connections and opportunities for first-generation and under-served students to higher education, she has embarked on a mission to engage five key communities in Arkansas—Batesville, El Dorado, Fort Smith, Little Rock, and Jonesboro—during her first year.Synetra HughesMeghan Perrynews01/28/2025newshttps://news.uark.edu/articles/71332/28-students-inducted-into-sigma-chi-mu-tau-honors-society28 Students Inducted Into Sigma Chi Mu Tau Honors Society"We are excited to add these students to the premier supply chain management honors society in the world."Nathan Bramwellphoto showing logo of the honor societystudentssupplychain09/30/2024students,supplychainhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/72707/walton-professor-publishes-book-on-supply-chain-innovatorsWalton Professor Publishes Book on Supply Chain InnovatorsIn The Making of the Supply Chain: How Five CSCMP Supply Chain Hall of Famers Shaped the Industry, Remko van Hoek explores how the innovations of five pioneers in the discipline reshaped the ways we obtain our products and services and the role that supply chains play in business and the world around us.Ryan SheetsPhoto of author Remko van Hoek and the book coverfacultynewsscm-hofsupplychain10/30/2024faculty,news,scm-hof,supplychaintrueAlumnus Travis Kulpa Receives Doctoral Dissertation Award by CSCMPThe Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals recently recognized U of A supply chain management faculty, students and alumni.Dr. Gary Peters (far left), senior associate dean for the Sam M. Walton College of Business, and Dr. Rod Thomas (far right), faculty advisor, award Travis Kulpa a Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration with a concentration in supply chain management in May.Lori McLemoreMSCMSCMgsbsupplychain10/16/2024MSCM,SCM,gsb,supplychainThe Walton MBA 'Do Good' ProjectAs part of Adam Stoverink, Ph.D.'s Leadership and Ethics course, second-year Walton Full-Time MBA students, with support from the Walton College Business Integrity Leadership Initiative, leveraged $1,000 in funding per team to create impactful solutions.The Do Good Project group winning first place is photographed - 7 individuals, 6 students all wearing business professional attire standing in front of Willard J Walker halle.mba01/22/2025mbaStudent Spotlight: Sam ButlerMeet Senior Sam Butler. Sam is from Olathe, Kansas and is majoring in Financial Analytics with a minor in Legal Studies. On campus, he has been involved as the president of Kappa Alpha Order, a part of Model UN, in the Venture Internship Program, a member of SAKE, and more. A student, Sam Butler in a blue suit and a red tie standing outside in from of Old Main.Camryn SextonOEIfinancesakespotlight10/21/2024OEI,finance,sake,spotlighthttps://news.uark.edu/articles/73107/2025-outlook-on-tap-at-31st-annual-business-forecast-luncheon?31st Annual Business Forecast LuncheonThree esteemed economists will share their insights on the regional, national and international economic outlook for 2025 at the 31st annual Business Forecast Luncheon next month. Mary DavenportMervin Jebaraj, director of the Center for Business and Economic Research at the U of A.cbereconomicsnews12/16/2024cber,economics,newsStudent Spotlight: Isabelle ArtnakMeet Senior, Isabelle Artnak! Isabelle is a Supply Chain Management major and Finance minor from Plano, Texas.headshot of student, isabelle artnak smiling forwardCamryn SextonOEIfinancespotlightsupplychain10/07/2024OEI,finance,spotlight,supplychainStudent Spotlight: Tanisha SinghMeet Tanisha Singh! Tanisha is from Long Island, NY, and is a marketing major with a minor in business analytics. She is involved on campus with the Walton College Student Marketing Advisory Board, Resident Interhall Congress, and is a Conference Ambassador. She is also a part of the Venture Innovation Program, where she is interning with Candles by Whitney.headshot of student, Tanisha Singh, wearing a blue shirtCamryn SextonRICbusinessanalyticsmarketingspotlightstudentstudentspotlighttransferstudent10/31/2024RIC,businessanalytics,marketing,spotlight,student,studentspotlight,transferstudentStudent Spotlight: Sammy MassriMeet Sammy Massri, a junior accounting major completing his degree online!A young man with short, curly dark hair is smiling slightly at the camera. He is wearing a dark blue suit with a white shirt. The background features draped white fabric, suggesting a formal or celebratory setting.Sydney Fordaccountingspotlight03/11/2025accounting,spotlighthttps://news.uark.edu/articles/72865/division-of-student-affairs-presents-two-students-the-henry-woods-leadership-awardDivision of Student Affairs Presents Two Students the Henry Woods Leadership AwardThe Division of Student Affairs has awarded two graduating seniors with the Henry Woods Leadership Award.Scott FlanaginTwo student headshots, Ellis Freel, left and Ricardo Gomez-Aguilar on right.accountinginnovationmarketing11/15/2024accounting,innovation,marketinghttps://news.uark.edu/articles/72878/two-students-named-finalists-for-world-renowned-scholarshipsTwo Students Named Finalists for World-Renowned ScholarshipsIsaac Hampton, a 2022 graduate of the Sam M. Walton College of Business with a Bachelor of Science in International Business and a minor in Mandarin was named a finalist for the Schwarzman Scholarship.Suzanne McCrayTwo student headshots, Hank Herzfeld, left, and Isaac Hampton on right.graduateinternational11/15/2024graduate,internationalhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/72863/u-of-a-entrepreneurship-grad-program-ranked-top-25-by-princeton-reviewU of A Entrepreneurship Grad Program Ranked Top 25 by Princeton ReviewThe Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas has been ranked No. 22 by the Princeton Review's 2025 Top 50 Entrepreneurship Graduate Programs.Meghan PerryDecorative photo of old main with fall colored leaves in front. White text and border that states "#22 top graduate entrepreneurship program, 2025 Princeton Review"OEIOffice of Entrepreneurship and Innovationentrepreneurshipgraduategraduate studentsinnovation11/14/2024OEI,Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation,entrepreneurship,graduate,graduate students,innovationtrueWorld-Renowned Business Leaders Speak at Walton MBA Leadership SummitThe Walton MBA program hosted the Walton MBA Leadership Summit exclusively for students and alumni of the program on Nov. 14 in Bentonville.Walton MBA Leadership Summit 2024Lori McLemorefeatured11/25/2024featuredhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/72959/u-of-a-students-invited-to-join-mcmillon-innovation-studioU of A Students Invited to Join McMillon Innovation StudioStudents interested in harnessing innovation to solve real-world problems are encouraged to apply for the spring 2025 Design Teams in the McMillon Innovation Studio. Jessica Andrews and Brandon HowardDecorative collage of McMillion Innovation studio students and outside areaDesignOEIResearch & Innovationinnovationstudent success11/25/2024Design,OEI,Research & Innovation,innovation,student successhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/72973/joy-estepp-selected-as-walton-college-employee-of-the-first-quarterJoy Estepp Selected as Walton College Employee of the First QuarterJoy Estepp, senior admissions analyst for the Graduate School of Business at the Sam M. Walton College of Business, has been named Walton College's Employee of the First Quarter for the 2024-25 academic year.Meghan PerryDean of Walton College, Brent D. Williams and Joy Estepp, holding an award for the Walton College Employee of the First Quarter.Brent Williamsawardstaffworkplace11/26/2024Brent Williams,award,staff,workplacehttps://news.uark.edu/articles/73037/walton-professor-featured-for-research-on-ai-development-and-public-supercomputingWalton Professor Featured for Research on AI Development and Public SupercomputingAhmed, a strategy professor, was recently featured in two articles published by Nature, discussing the critical role of supercomputers in public research and the impact of private sector AI development. Meghan PerryAhmed headshot seen in a blue suit with a red tie. A man with glasses and dark hair.financeinnovationresearchsevi12/04/2024finance,innovation,research,sevihttps://news.uark.edu/articles/73073/folse-to-assume-marketing-chair-in-walton-collegeFolse to Assume Marketing Chair in Walton CollegeJudith Anne Garretson Folse, Distinguished Professor and the Chair of the Department of Marketing, has been named the new holder of the prestigious Walmart Chair in Marketing within the Sam M. Walton College of Business.Meghan Perry and Jerra TomsJudith Folse, headshot with curled white blonde hair down, silver hoop earrings with a black suit jacket on.consumer behaviorfacultymarketingresearch12/10/2024consumer behavior,faculty,marketing,researchhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/73111/nwa-captured-majority-of-venture-capital-in-2023NWA Captured Majority of Venture Capital in 2023Northwest Arkansas captured the majority of venture capital activity in the state in 2023, according to the Arkansas Capital Scan.Nate Green and Brandon HowardOld Main on a sunny and cloudy day. During Fall as the trees are a gorgeous color of red, green, and orange. Old Main is hidden by the trees where we only see the top of the building.OEITechnologycbereconomiceconomicsinnovationsevi12/18/2024OEI,Technology,cber,economic,economics,innovation,sevihttps://news.uark.edu/articles/73245/new-research-identifies-ideal-ai-system-types-for-managersNew Research Identifies Ideal AI System Types for ManagersAs managers face more pressure in implementing artificial intelligence (AI) into the workflow, a study from researchers at a trio of universities offers insights to help managers adapt.Magno Queiroz and Abhijith AnandA headshot of Abhijith Anand standing in front of the Walton College of Business wearing a grey suit with a blue ties and a dark grey sweater underneath.aiinformation systemisysmanagementresearch01/10/2025ai,information system,isys,management,researchMacKeith and Waller Receive $300,000 Award From U.S. Forest ServiceThe initiative will identify, research, develop and promote the use of innovative wood construction products for Arkansas’ forest economy.(l-r) Dean Peter MacKeith and Dean Emeritus Matt WallerLori McLemorefacultyresearch01/14/2025faculty,researchhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/73133/gov-sanders-division-of-higher-education-announce-1-75-million-for-u-of-a-training-grantsGov. Sanders, Division of Higher Education Announce $1.75 Million for U of A Training GrantsGov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders, Ken Warden of the Arkansas Division of Higher Education Commission and Mike Rogers, chief workforce officer, awarded nearly $26 million in training grants last week to support workforce development effortsMark RushingA group of University of Arkansas representatives and officials posing with a ceremonial check for $1,000,000 from the Arkansas Division of Higher Education (ADHE) Workforce Grant, with Arkansas flags in the background.ChancellorsTechnologyengineeringgrant12/23/2024Chancellors,Technology,engineering,granthttps://news.uark.edu/articles/73267/applications-open-for-sixth-annual-heartland-challengeApplications Open for Sixth Annual Heartland ChallengeThe sixth annual Heartland Challenge will gather student startup teams from across the world in Northwest Arkansas as they compete for a prize pool of nearly $100,000.Maddy Stricklen and Brandon HowardA promotional collage for the Heartland Challenge event, scheduled for April 3-5, 2025. The image features participants in various activities such as presenting, networking, and receiving awards, with the event name prominently displayed on a red background.OEIOffice of Entrepreneurship and Innovationfund01/13/2025OEI,Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation,fundhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/73237/startup-focused-on-mimicking-human-organs-wins-2-000-in-seed-fundingStartup Focused on Mimicking Human Organs Wins $2,000 in Seed FundingA student startup focused on commercializing platforms that mimic human organs won $2,000 at the Seed Funding Pitch Competition.Brandon Howard4 individuals standing with a seed fund aware smiling.OEIOffice of Entrepreneurship and InnovationResearch & Innovationcollege of engineering01/15/2025OEI,Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation,Research & Innovation,college of engineeringhttps://online.uark.edu/blog/supply-chain-management-online-masters-degree-rounds-out-career-experience.phpSupply Chain Management Online Master’s Degree Rounds Out Career ExperienceRudy Schmerber considers himself a late bloomer, academically, but at 52 he now wears his University of Arkansas class ring with pride.Heidi WellsRudy Schmerber shows off his diploma with his wife, Missy.01/16/2025https://news.uark.edu/articles/74318/u-of-a-entrepreneurial-law-project-expanding-in-2025U of A Entrepreneurial Law Project Expanding in 2025The Entrepreneurial Law Project was formed in the spring of 2023 as a collaboration between the U of A School of Law and the U of A Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation. Brandon HowardA group photo of students and faculty standing together in a brightly lit hallway, smiling at the camera during an event or gathering at the Brewer Family Entrepreneurship Hub.OEIOffice of Entrepreneurship and InnovationResearch & Innovationentrepreneurshipinnovationlawseviualaw01/21/2025OEI,Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation,Research & Innovation,entrepreneurship,innovation,law,sevi,ualawhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/75428/walton-college-online-program-ranked-top-10-in-nationWalton College Online Program Ranked Top 10 in NationThe Walton College's online bachelor's business degree programs have ascended to No. 8 in the nation, advancing two spots from the previous year.Meghan Perry and Jerra TomsDecorative image of the Sam M. Walton College of Business building. Two large trees shown in front, one on the left more green and full, while the tree on the right includes more yellow and green colors which can be illuminated by the plentiful sunshine.accountingfinanceleadershipmarketingonlineonline learnerrankingsretail programsupplychain01/27/2025accounting,finance,leadership,marketing,online,online learner,rankings,retail program,supplychainhttps://online.uark.edu/blog/emba-student-describes-how-to-maximize-your-investment.phpEMBA Student Describes 'How to Maximize Your Investment'Cordell Griffin, a student in the Executive Master of Business Administration program, shares what EMBA students encounter in the first semester.Cordell GriffinCordell Griffinmba01/30/2025mbahttps://news.uark.edu/articles/75506/students-offer-innovation-solutions-for-improving-postpartum-care-in-arkansasStudents Offer Innovation Solutions for Improving Postpartum Care in ArkansasA student team dedicated to improving the maternal mortality rates in Arkansas captured one of the top prizes at Demo Day, a bi-annual event showcasing a semester of learnings in the U of A's McMillon Innovation Studio. Brandon HowardA group of four young women in matching pink blazers presents a project to an attentive audience at a "Demo Day" event. They stand in front of a large screen displaying a slide while holding microphones. The event is hosted by the McMillon Innovation Studio, as indicated by a sign on a nearby table decorated with balloons and promotional materials. The audience, dressed in business attire, listens intently. A "Demo Day" sign stands on an easel, reinforcing the event's theme of showcasing innovative ideas. The setting features floor-to-ceiling windows, allowing natural light to illuminate the modern venue.entrepreneurshipsevi02/03/2025entrepreneurship,sevihttps://news.uark.edu/articles/75650/u-of-a-teaching-academy-announces-2024-imhoff-award-honorees?utm_source=arkansas-news&utm_medium=email_2025-02-12&utm_campaign=news_headlines&utm_content=u-of-a-teaching-academy-announces-2024-imhoff-award-honoreesU of A Teaching Academy Announces 2024 Imhoff Award HonoreesThe U of A Teaching Academy recently recognized the 2024 Dr. John and Mrs. Lois Imhoff Award honorees for Outstanding Teaching and Student Mentorship at a ceremony held on Dec. 2, 2024.Lyndsay BradshawA digital collage features three professional headshots placed side by side. The person on the left is a woman with long, wavy, light brown hair, wearing glasses and a dark purple blouse. She is smiling and has a neutral-toned background. The person in the center is a bald man wearing a light blue button-up shirt, also smiling, with a beige stone or concrete background. The person on the right is a woman with long, wavy blonde hair, wearing a green top and a gold necklace. She is smiling, with a home or office setting featuring shelves in the background. The image has a soft gradient border blending into the background.isys02/12/2025isyshttps://news.uark.edu/articles/75668/oksana-maksymchuk-2024-25-walton-visiting-writer-in-translation-to-read-in-fayettevilleOksana Maksymchuk, 2024-25 Walton Visiting Writer in Translation, to Read in FayettevilleThe U of A Program in Creative Writing and Translation in the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences is proud to welcome author Oksana Maksymchuk as its 2024-25 Walton Visiting Writer in Translation.Jane VB LarsonA headshot of a woman with long, straight brown hair and bangs, taken outdoors. She has a fair complexion, red lipstick, and a slight smile. The background is filled with green foliage, slightly blurred. The lighting is soft and natural, highlighting her face evenly. The image has a subtle gradient border blending into the background.02/14/2025https://news.uark.edu/articles/75692/honors-college-celebrates-outstanding-facultyHonors College Celebrates Outstanding Faculty This year, awards were presented in the Distinguished Leadership and Distinguished Research and Teaching Faculty Award categories.  Shelby Gill and Laurie MarshallA group of 10 individuals intently listening to a speaker (not pictured), during the event to celebrate faculty.accountingmarketing02/18/2025accounting,marketinghttps://news.uark.edu/articles/75659/sanchez-reflects-on-study-abroad-experience-in-mexicoSanchez Reflects on Study Abroad Experience in MexicoChristian Sanchez's experience studying abroad in Mexico didn't just make him a better business student — it made him "a better human as well."John PostChristian Sanchez standing on the edge of a dropdown, with a town like environment behind him, during his time studying abroad in Mexico.accountingstudents02/18/2025accounting,studentsAlumni Spotlight: Mark ToddMark Todd, MBA’s experience at the Walton College opened the door to new opportunities and set him on a path toward a successful career in finance. He graduated in 2025 and now works as a Senior Financial Analyst at Tyson Foods in Fayetteville, Arkansas.Mark Todd HeadshotHannah Drydenexecutive mbambaspotlightstudentspotlight09/10/2025executive mba,mba,spotlight,studentspotlighthttps://news.uark.edu/articles/75744/hodges-fellowship-will-fund-deep-entrepreneurial-trainingHodges Fellowship Will Fund Deep Entrepreneurial TrainingUniversity of Arkansas graduate students interested in entrepreneurship are encouraged to apply for the Kaneaster and Ruth Lindley Hodges Entrepreneurial Fellowship Award, which will aid in pursuing deep entrepreneurial training. José E. Cartagena Ortiz and Brandon HowardA group of three individuals engaged in discussion in a professional setting. One person, seated in an armchair, wears a patterned blouse and tan pants, listening with a thoughtful expression while resting their head on their hand. Another individual, dressed in a suit, leans forward attentively. A third person, also in professional attire, sits across with a laptop displaying lines of code or data, gesturing as they speak. The setting includes a table with a water bottle and personal items, with natural light streaming in through a window behind them.entrepreneurship02/25/2025entrepreneurshiphttps://news.uark.edu/articles/76894/biotech-medical-startups-dominate-field-for-2025-heartland-challengeBiotech, Medical Startups Dominate Field for 2025 Heartland ChallengeFor the second straight year, medical and biotechnology startups dominate the field for the Heartland Challenge, which will welcome 12 teams from across North America to Bentonville next month as they compete for a prize pool of nearly $100,000. Brandon HowardThe image features the words "Heartland Challenge" prominently displayed. The background showcases an orange sunset with contour lines, possibly representing a topographic map. Below the text, there is a landscape view with a historic-looking building that has two clock towers, Old Main.entrepreneurship03/10/2025entrepreneurshiphttps://news.uark.edu/articles/76907/study-finds-twitter-banter-with-competitors-good-for-product-launchStudy Finds Twitter Banter With Competitors Good for Product LaunchA new study established that engaging in a little banter with rival brands over X (formerly Twitter) helped drive in-store visits, particularly in the context of launching a new product. Hardin YoungThis image features a man with a beard and dark hair, wearing a blue blazer over a brown shirt. He is smiling and standing with his arms crossed. The background includes a red wall with the words "DEPARTMENT OF MARKETING" written on it.marketingresearch03/10/2025marketing,researchhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/76927/job-interviews-can-be-a-hurdle-for-autistic-applicantsJob Interviews Can Be a Hurdle for Autistic ApplicantsA new study by Maira E. Ezerins, a doctoral candidate in management, examines both the challenges autistic job candidates face in an interview and how they want the process changed to accommodate them.Todd PriceA young woman with shoulder-length brown hair, glasses, and a warm smile stands in front of a maroon wall with white text that reads "DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMICS" and "DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT." She is wearing a rust-colored sweater with red stripes and has a confident, approachable expression.managementresearch03/11/2025management,researchtruehttps://news.uark.edu/articles/75732/bangladesh-tanneries-policies-and-unintended-effectsBangladesh Tanneries: Policies and Unintended EffectsA U of A economics researcher in the Sam M. Walton College of Business is bringing his expertise to an emerging economy. He and his team of international colleagues hope to use their research to create sustainable policies that benefit developing countries.Lori McLemoreA man with short black hair and a beard is smiling at the camera while standing outdoors in front of lush green foliage. He is wearing a maroon polo shirt and a black backpack with straps over both shoulders. The background consists of various green plants and trees, creating a vibrant, natural setting.economicsfeaturedresearch03/12/2025economics,featured,researchhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/77002/spring-into-opportunity-business-career-fair-connects-students-with-industry-leaders Spring Into Opportunity: Business Career Fair Connects Students With Industry LeadersRain may have drizzled on the Sam M. Walton College of Business' 2025 Spring Business Career Fair, but it didn't dampen student enthusiasm. Over 1,300 students passed through Bud Walton Arena at the U of A, connecting with 113 companies from around the country.Meghan PerryA diverse group of young professionals is attending a career fair in a bustling indoor setting. They are dressed in business attire, wearing name tags, and carrying folders or documents. The individuals in the foreground appear focused, listening intently to a recruiter or company representative. The background is filled with other attendees and booths, indicating a busy networking environment. The atmosphere suggests a professional event where students or job seekers are engaging with potential employers.students03/19/2025studentshttps://news.uark.edu/articles/75788/walton-college-researchers-help-drive-accounting-standards-dialogueWalton College Researchers Help Drive Accounting Standards DialogueKris D. Allee and Zac Wiebe, accounting faculty members and researchers in the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the U of A, recently attended an exclusive conference at the Financial Accounting Standards Board headquarters in Norfolk, Connecticut.Meghan Perry and Jerra TomsA snowy scene outside Willard J. Walker Hall captures fresh snowfall being disturbed, possibly by wind or someone brushing it off nearby surfaces. The building's exterior features a modern design with a beige stone facade and large glass windows. A red vertical banner beside the entrance prominently displays the word "WELCOME," inviting visitors inside. The wintery atmosphere is emphasized by the snow-covered bushes and the frosty air, creating a striking contrast against the warm tones of the building.accountingresearch02/25/2025accounting,researchhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/77039/ai-startup-founder-to-be-keynote-speaker-at-heartland-challengeAI Startup Founder to Be Keynote Speaker at Heartland ChallengeThe founder of an artificial intelligence startup who relocated from California to Northwest Arkansas will be the keynote speaker for the sixth annual Heartland Challenge, a global student startup competition hosted by the U of A. Brandon Howard The image features a smiling man with short black hair, glasses, and a light purple collared shirt against a vibrant purple background. His expression is warm and approachable.entrepreneurship03/24/2025entrepreneurshiphttps://news.uark.edu/articles/76967/u-of-a-expands-master-s-program-in-supply-chain-to-dallasU of A Expands Master's Program in Supply Chain to DallasThe U of A’s Sam M. Walton College of Business is expanding its Master of Science in supply chain management program to the Dallas metropolitan area in fall 2025.Jerra TomsThe image showcases a stunning view of a city's skyline at sunset, with sunlight reflecting off the tall glass skyscrapers. The tallest building in the center has a sleek, modern design, while other high-rises and office buildings create a dense urban landscape. The sky is painted with soft hues of orange and pink, enhancing the city's vibrant and dynamic atmosphere.mbasupplychain03/24/2025mba,supplychainhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/60229/walton-s-supply-chain-management-program-ranked-no-1-againWalton’s Supply Chain Management Program Ranked No. 1 AgainArkansas’ program remained the top program from Gartner’s previous rankings in 2020.No. 1 Undergraduate Supply Chain Program in North America, Gartner 2020 & 202206/07/2022https://news.uark.edu/articles/77037/u-of-a-awarded-750-000-to-increase-arkansas-data-science-workforceU of A Awarded $750,000 to Increase Arkansas Data Science WorkforceThe Arkansas Department of Higher Education awarded $750,000 to the U of A to help increase the number of data science certificates and degrees throughout the state.Hardin YoungA middle-aged man with glasses, wearing a navy blue blazer over a light blue button-up shirt, sits on the edge of a wooden desk in an office. He has a confident yet approachable expression. The office contains bookshelves filled with books, framed photos, and various awards. Behind him, large sheets of paper with handwritten notes and strategic plans are pinned to the wall. A computer monitor, office supplies, and decorative items, including figurines and a globe, are on the desk. The workspace appears organized yet active, suggesting a leadership or academic role.isys03/24/2025isyshttps://news.uark.edu/articles/77065/attend-the-2025-business-sustainability-summit-p4Attend the 2025 Business Sustainability Summit: P4The People, Planet and Profit Project is excited to host the second annual Business Sustainability Summit from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, April 4, 2025, at Willard J. Walker Hall.The image is a promotional graphic for the Annual Business Sustainability Summit, scheduled for Friday, April 4, 2025, from 10 AM to 3 PM. The design features a split background with a beige gradient on the left and a solid green section on the right. The event title is in bold, green uppercase letters, while the date and time details are in white. The time is enclosed in a white oval shape for emphasis. The overall design is clean and professional, likely intended to attract business professionals and sustainability advocates.03/31/2025https://news.uark.edu/articles/77109/u-of-a-recently-hosted-sec-leadership-workshopU of A Recently Hosted SEC Leadership WorkshopThe U of A hosted the SEC Academic Leadership Development Program Workshop in February, which provided professional growth and leadership opportunities to academic administrators across the Southeastern Conference.Lyndsay BradshawFour screen captures of zoom members with all cameras on and faces in the frame. Left right corner has a single individual pinned, who we can assume is the main presenter at that time.04/02/2025https://news.uark.edu/articles/77133/fashion-and-tech-now-intertwined-researcher-arguesFashion and Tech Now Intertwined, Researcher ArguesIn a paper recently published in Information Systems Research, Grover breaks down how IT becomes fashionable, what makes IT fashion different and how fashion influences a consumer’s decision to buy a new device. Todd PriceSmiling older man with white hair and glasses wearing a maroon polo shirt, standing outdoors near a light-colored building.isysresearch04/07/2025isys,researchhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/77165/walton-college-ranked-24th-among-top-public-graduate-business-schoolsWalton College Ranked 24th Among Top Public Graduate Business SchoolsIn its 2025 ranking, U.S. News & World Report listed the Master of Business Administration program from the University of Arkansas' Sam M. Walton College of Business as the 24th Best Business School among public business colleges in the nation.Lori McLemoreGraphic showing Walton MBA ranked #24 among public MBA programs in Best Graduate Business Schools by U.S. News & World Report, 2025. The background features the Sam M. Walton College of Business building partially obscured by trees, with the University of Arkansas logo in the bottom left cornermba04/08/2025mbatrueJames Wallis: Economic Analytics for the WinAlumnus James Wallis reflects on how his Master of Science in Economic Analytics degree contributes to his professional success.James WallisLori McLemoreMSEAMaster of Economic Analyticseconomics04/10/2025MSEA,Master of Economic Analytics,economicstruehttps://news.uark.edu/articles/77244/u-of-a-s-supply-chain-department-ranked-top-5-for-empirical-researchU of A's Supply Chain Department Ranked Top 5 for Empirical ResearchFor the sixth straight year, the J.B. Hunt Transport Department of Supply Chain Management at the U of A was ranked No. 5 in empirical supply chain research by The SCM Journal List.Lori McLemoreOld Main at the University of Arkansas with a banner reading '#5 Empirical Supply Chain Research in the world – The SCM Journal List™ – University of Arkansas, J.B. Hunt Transport Department of Supply Chain Management.scmrpostsupplychain04/15/2025scmrpost,supplychainStudent Spotlight: Kai LaidholdMeet Kai Laidhold, a second-year supply chain management major from Roswell, Georgia, with a minor in business analytics.Young man with short, wavy light brown hair and light facial hair, wearing a dark suit jacket and white shirt, smiling slightly in front of a dark gray textured background.Sydney Fordisysspotlightstudentssupplychain04/16/2025isys,spotlight,students,supplychainhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/77285/turning-data-into-action-economic-students-tackle-real-world-challengesTurning Data Into Action: Economic Students Tackle Real-World ChallengesThe Department of Economics at the Sam M. Walton College of Business will host the 2025 Economic Analytics Poster Session from 12:30-2:30 p.m. on Friday, April 25, in Willard J. Walker Hall 203 (Hembree).Meghan PerryA light tan brick building labeled "Sam M. Walton College of Business" framed by vibrant pink spring blossoms and yellow-orange foliage.economics04/17/2025economicshttps://news.uark.edu/articles/77316/alan-ellstrand-retirement-celebration-set-for-april-25Alan Ellstrand Retirement Celebration Set for April 25The U of A community is invited to celebrate Alan Ellstrand's distinguished 25-year career on Friday, April 25, from 3 to 5 p.m. in Willard J. Walker Hall 203 (Hembree Room) for an afternoon of celebratory toasts, collegiate camaraderie and heartfelt farewells.Meghan PerryA smiling man with a gray goatee is wearing a light blue collared shirt. The background is softly blurred, suggesting an indoor setting with modern architecture.entrepreneurshipsevi04/21/2025entrepreneurship,sevihttps://news.uark.edu/articles/77314/walton-college-to-award-distinguished-alumni-supporters-and-studentsWalton College to Award Distinguished Alumni, Supporters and StudentsThe Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas will shine a spotlight on exceptional alumni, supporters and students during its 32nd Annual Student and Alumni Awards Ceremony on Wednesday, April 24.Meghan PerryA smiling couple poses outdoors; the man is wearing a dark suit with a white shirt and bright pink tie, while the woman has blonde hair and is wearing a dark top. Next to them is another smiling man with gray hair, wearing a light-colored plaid jacket and blue shirt, standing in front of a dark background.giving04/21/2025givinghttps://news.uark.edu/articles/77358/walton-professor-receives-prestigious-faculty-gold-medal-awardWalton Professor Receives Prestigious Faculty Gold Medal AwardCharles Leflar, clinical professor emeritus of the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the U of A, was recently honored with the prestigious Faculty Gold Medal at the annual State and National Awards Reception.Meghan PerryProfessional headshot of a middle-aged man with glasses wearing a blue shirt under a light-colored jacket. He has short dark hair with some gray and is smiling broadly at the camera against a neutral brown background.accounting04/24/2025accountinghttps://news.uark.edu/articles/77334/jason-riley-presents-innovative-workshops-at-national-internship-conferenceJason Riley Presents Innovative Workshops at National Internship ConferenceJason Riley, program manager for the U of A Venture Intern Program, recently represented the university on a national stage.Angela Mosley-MontsGroup photo at a professional conference or workshop. A group of approximately 25-30 individuals, gathered together in a meeting room. The photo appears to be a selfie taken by a person with dark hair and glasses in the foreground, with the rest of the group clustered behind them. Participants are wearing name badges and professional attire.entrepreneurshipsevi04/24/2025entrepreneurship,sevitrueMaster of Supply Chain Mgt. Online: Teamwork Makes the Dream Work in DallasAt PepsiCo, Nick Cortes, Catherine Gingerich, Dominic Biasi and Zachary Keating team up to earn a Master of Supply Chain Management.At PepsiCo, Nick Cortes, Catherine Gingerich, Dominic Biasi and Zachary Keating team up to earn a Master of Supply Chain Management.Lori McLemore#MSCM#SCM#featuredsupplychain04/25/2025#MSCM,#SCM,#featured,supplychainhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/77370/hailey-wilson-lindsey-named-walton-college-s-employee-of-the-third-quarterHailey Wilson Lindsey Named Walton College's Employee of the Third QuarterHailey Wilson Lindsey, marketing program manager for the Department of Marketing in the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the U of A, has been named the Walton College's Employee of the Third Quarter for the 2024-25 academic year. Meghan PerryTwo individuals standing, the left is a middle aged man and the right is a young woman with brown hair. They are both holding an award title 'WALTON'.04/25/2025https://news.uark.edu/articles/77397/simpson-and-eichler-to-speak-at-walton-college-commencementSimpson and Eichler to Speak at Walton College CommencementThe Sam M. Walton College of Business at the U of A will have not one, but two speakers for its Spring 2025 Commencement ceremonies: Shelley Simpson, president and chief executive officer of J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc., and Brad Eichler, chief operating officer of Stephens Inc.Meghan Perry and Jerra TomsTwo individuals headshots side by side. The left shows a smiling woman with brown/blonde hair.. The right shows a man wearing glasses, smiling, with brown/blonde hair.04/29/2025trueQ&A with Alan EllstrandAlan Ellstrand, associate dean for curriculum innovation & teaching effectiveness, shares his insights about faculty research.Alan Ellstrand, associate dean for curriculum innovation & teaching effectiveness, shares his insights about faculty research.Lori McLemoreDepartment of Managementfacultyleadershipresearchsevi04/29/2025Department of Management,faculty,leadership,research,seviAlumni Spotlight: Macy WheelerMeet Macy Wheeler, M.S., a 2024 Walton College graduate with a Master of Science in Marketing, and a 2023 graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration – Marketing. She is now building her career as a Management Consulting Analyst at Accenture, based in Bentonville.Macy Wheeler HeadshotHannah Drydenmarketingspotlight09/10/2025marketing,spotlighthttps://news.uark.edu/articles/77415/business-librarian-helps-student-entrepreneur-grow-skincare-brandBusiness Librarian Helps Student Entrepreneur Grow Skincare BrandWhen Warrenesha Arnold launched Nyarai Skincare in 2020, she didn't yet know that a visit to the University of Arkansas Libraries years later would provide the spark she needed to take her business to the next level.Anna Clymer and Kelsey Lovewell LippardTwo women standing side by side and smiling outdoors. The woman on the left wears a black “Nyarai Skincare” T-shirt and has long braided hair styled in a bun. The woman on the right wears glasses and a black-and-white gingham dress over a light-colored shirt. A campus-like building and greenery are in the background.entrepreneurshipmbastudents05/01/2025entrepreneurship,mba,studentshttps://news.uark.edu/articles/77406/biotech-startup-focused-on-mini-human-organs-wins-2025-heartland-challengeBiotech Startup Focused on Mini Human Organs Wins 2025 Heartland ChallengeA student startup from the University of Michigan that makes miniature human intestines for more predictive preclinical drug testing was the overall champion at the 2025 Heartland Challenge, a global student startup competition hosted by the U of A Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation and the Sam M. Walton College of Business.. Brandon HowardThree professionally dressed individuals stand at a podium indoors. The woman in front, wearing glasses and a blue blazer, is speaking into a microphone and smiling. Behind her, a man and another woman also in business attire are smiling. A large presentation screen is in the background.entrepreneurshipsevi05/01/2025entrepreneurship,sevihttps://news.uark.edu/articles/78458/latest-short-talks-podcast-explores-uses-and-limits-of-aiPodcast Explores Uses and Limits of AIOn the latest Short Talks from the Hill podcast, Varun Grover, a Distinguished Professor of information systems in the Sam M. Walton College of Business, studies the impact of technology on people, companies and society. And he has thought a lot about AI in research papers, editorials and a regular series of philosophical posts on LinkedIn.Varun GroverVarun Grover looks at the viewer while standing next to a podcast microphone.isys05/06/2025isystrueU of A Collaborates to Optimize ResearchFaculty members from the Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences, Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station, College of Engineering and Sam M. Walton College of Business discuss research collaboration across campus.Dr. Sandra Eksioglu gives an overview of the research collaboration initiative, while Dr. Brian Fugate (left) and Dr. Jean-Francois Meullenet (right) were on hand to answer questions.Lori McLemoreResearch & Innovationresearch05/08/2025Research & Innovation,researchhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/77135/arkansas-research-alliance-awards-14-impact-grants-to-u-of-a-researchersArkansas Research Alliance Awards 14 Impact Grants to U of A ResearchersJeremy HarperOld Main from above04/08/2025trueKallie Quinn: Part-Time Job Leads to Master of Science in MarketingDue to financial considerations, Kallie thought a graduate degree was out of reach, but her part-time job in the Student Ambassador program came to the rescue!graduation photo of Kallie QuinnLori McLemoreMSMmarketing06/05/2025MSM,marketingtrueCole Parton, Master of Science in Finance ‘24: A Man on a MissionCole Parton knows what he wants and is strategic about getting it.man in checkered shirtLori McLemoreMaster of Financefinance06/16/2025Master of Finance,financetrueCooper Gordy, Master of Professional Accounting ’25: Ready for Work“I chose the MPAcc program because the accounting professors at the U of A are the best in the business.” Man in red shirt standing in front of shrubs.Lori McLemoreMPAccaccounting06/23/2025MPAcc,accountingtruehttps://news.uark.edu/articles/78723/walton-m-b-a-unveils-accelerated-one-year-program-to-meet-modern-workforce-demandsWalton M.B.A. Unveils Accelerated One-Year Program to Meet Modern Workforce DemandsThe Sam M. Walton College of Business has announced a redesign of its full-time M.B.A. program, fast-tracking the traditional 21-month format into an accelerated one-year curriculum.Adam Stoverink and Jerra TomsWilliard J. Walker Hallmba07/14/2025mbahttps://news.uark.edu/articles/79730/apply-now-for-executive-m-b-a-program-in-walton-collegeApply Now for Executive M.B.A. Program in Walton CollegeDesigned for experienced professionals and rising leaders, the Walton Executive M.B.A. allows students to maintain their full-time careers while advancing their business acumen. Apply by Saturday, July 19.Nathan BramwellSam M. Walton College of Business buildingmba07/15/2025mbahttps://news.uark.edu/articles/79749/u-of-a-s-management-faculty-rank-among-nation-s-best-for-research-productivityU of A's Management Faculty Rank Among Nation's Best for Research ProductivityWalton College’s management and strategy faculty rank No. 20 nationally in total research publications across 10 top-tier academic journals and No. 10 in publications per faculty member.Nathan BramwellSam M. Walton College of Business building at the University of ArkansasMSPImanagementmbasevi07/21/2025MSPI,management,mba,sevihttps://news.uark.edu/articles/78697/dhruvi-bhatt-s-transformative-path-to-senior-walk-and-beyondDhruvi Bhatt's Transformative Path to Senior Walk, and BeyondBhatt moved from Gaithersburg, Maryland, to the U of A to pursue a Master of Information Systems, “a decision that was both exciting and daunting.”DeLani BartletteDhruvia Bhatt stands in the plaza between the Walton College business buildings.MISisyspmis06/30/2025MIS,isys,pmishttps://news.uark.edu/articles/79762/beard-family-gift-to-expand-opportunity-for-arkansas-studentsBeard Family Gift to Expand Opportunity for Arkansas StudentsThe Beards established the Chip and Suzanne Beard Advance Arkansas Endowed Scholarship in the Sam M. Walton College of Business, supporting first-generation college students and business majors. The Beards also support youth education, enrichment and lite...Rachel MoorePhoto of the Beard Family businessgiftgivingwalton07/24/2025business,gift,giving,waltonhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/79778/global-campus-awards-scholarships-to-35-students-in-online-degree-programsGlobal Campus Awards Scholarships to 35 Students in Online Degree ProgramsThe remaining six awardees are graduating in December so they will receive an award totaling $1,000. The students are studying in online degree programs offered by the Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences; the School of Law; the Fulbright College of Arts and...Heidi WellsW.E Manning Scholarship07/31/2025https://news.uark.edu/articles/75717/adam-stoverink-recognized-with-february-tfsc-cordes-chairAdam Stoverink Recognized With February TFSC Cordes ChairThe Wally Cordes Teaching and Faculty Support Center recognized Adam Stoverink as the February 2025 Wally Cordes Chair. Lori LibbertA man with glasses, wearing a white shirt and navy vest, is seated in a wooden chair, smiling at the camera. Behind him, a large screen displays a presentation slide titled 'What Makes Teaching Memorable?' for the Wally Cordes Chair Lecture, given by Adam Stoverink from Walton College of Business. The setting features wood-paneled walls and a cabinet beneath the screen, holding various electronic devices and a small award.managementmba02/20/2025management,mbatrueFood Distribution Efficiency: Banking on Supply ChainBrian Fugate and Janeth Gabaldon are studying energy-efficient supply chain practices for food banks thanks to a grant from Danone Institute North America and the FFAR. Janeth Gabaldon, far left, joins team members at the Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley in Pharr, Texas, to conduct an audit of its cold chain systems.Lori McLemoreMSCMSCMfeaturedsupplychain08/28/2025MSCM,SCM,featured,supplychainWhy Walmart? A Living Leadership LaboratoryAdam Stoverink and Matt Waller designed their Walton MBA's Leadership and Organizational Behavior course using Walmart as a case study in leadership.Adam Stoverink and Matt WallerMatt Wallermba08/19/2025mbaLeadership vs. Management: Unlocking the Power of Both in a Changing WorldLeadership and management -- these terms get tossed around like they’re synonyms, but they’re not.Matt Waller discusses leadership and management and the nuances between the two.Matt Wallermba08/22/2025mbaDoug McMillon’s Leadership: 5 PrinciplesIn my opinion five themes stood out in my mind that align with established leadership research and frameworks.Matt Waller (right) talks to Doug McMillon (left) about leadership principles.Matt Wallermba08/31/2025mbaLeadership Behaviors: Unleashing Purposeful ActionLeadership behaviors are the visible actions leaders use to influence, guide and support others. Behaviors can be developed and improved. Doug McMillon and Julie Royall connect with others before leading.Matt Wallermba09/05/2025mbaWeek 4 in the Walton MBA: Mastering Decision-MakingThis week, our focus is on effective decision-making. Experienced leaders sometimes make poor choices, often due to four common cognitive biases: Confirmation Bias, Anchoring Bias, Availability Bias or Sunk Cost Bias.This week, our focus is on effective decision-making. This is a leadership behavior that often separates strong leaders from struggling ones.Matt Wallermba09/08/2025mbatrueLeading with Values and Purpose: Lessons from Walmart CEO Doug McMillonDuring the second week of classes, Matt Waller interviewed Doug McMillon, the president and chief executive officer of the world’s largest retailer, about leadership. Matt Waller (right) interviewed Doug McMillon (left) about leadership.Emily Martin and Reagan Pricemba09/11/2025mbahttps://news.uark.edu/articles/79975/life-success-reimaginedLife Success ReimaginedAlong with his team, Walton College's assistant professor Michael Wilmot helps to categorize success in life.Todd PriceMichael WilmotDepartment of Managementmanagement09/11/2025Department of Management,managementtrueDecision Making as a Leadership Behavior: Lessons from Karrie Claybrook’s Journey at WalmartDecision making is a core leadership behavior that directly shapes strategy, collaboration, and organizational impact. Karrie ClaybrookMatt Wallermba09/13/2025mbatrueEthical Leadership in Action: Lessons from the Walton MBA Program and WalmartHow do we make sound ethical decisions when faced with dilemmas that are not “right versus wrong” but “right versus right”?Maren Waggoner, Walmart executiveMatt Wallermba09/21/2025mbatrueEthical Leadership in Action: Reflections on Kieran Shanahan’s VisitLeaders influence not only through formal authority but through their ability to model integrity, fairness, and genuine care for others.Kieran Shanahan WalmartMatt Wallermba09/22/2025mbatrueLeadership Lessons from Doug McMillon’s AI Wake-Up CallRecent remarks by Walmart CEO Doug McMillon, reported in the Wall Street Journal, provide an ideal case study. Doug McMillon speaks to MBA and EMBA students at Walton College.Matt Wallermba09/27/2025mbaStudent Spotlight: Leslie TraweekLeslie is a current student in the Master of Science in Healthcare Business Analytics program. She earned her Bachelor’s from the Walton College in Information Systems.Leslie Traweek HeadshotHannah Drydenisysspotlight09/10/2025isys,spotlighttrueBrooke Giacin, EMBA 2026: On the Road to SuccessFrom South Florida to Texas, Northwest Arkansas to India, Brooke's academic journey is deepening her business skills and enriching her career.Thirty faculty members and graduate students stand in front of the Taj Mahal.Lori McLemoremba10/02/2025mbatrueAccounting Workshop: Football, Research Findings and FunHosted by the accounting department, associate professors Jessica Watkins (Univ. of Notre Dame), John Donovan (Univ. of Notre Dame), and Michael Iselin (Univ. of Minnesota) presented their findings from recent research papers.Three men standing in front of a marching band at the University of Arkansas.Lori McLemoreaccountingresearch10/07/2025accounting,researchDan Conway Appointed Chair of U.S. Blockchain Standards BodyDaniel Conway was appointed chair of the U.S. Blockchain Technical Committee under the InterNational Committee for Information Technology Standards.man standing on college campusLori McLemorefacultyisys10/08/2025faculty,isystrueLeading with Energy and Purpose: Lessons from Michael Ehret, Chief People Officer, Walmart InternationalThe MBA cohort heard from Michael Ehret, who focused on how leaders can understand motivation, increase satisfaction, and strengthen engagement through daily leadership practices.Man teaching class in three segmented photos.Matt Wallermba10/09/2025mbatrueLance Yarbrough: MBA Global Immersion Trip to IndiaGlobal immersion trips help students explore a business problem in depth, while experiencing unique cultural and business differences.man stands in front of the Taj Mahal in IndiaLori McLemoremba10/16/2025mbatruehttps://news.uark.edu/articles/80254/walton-college-ph-d-student-wins-10-000-in-business-and-ai-dissertation-proposal-competitionSupply Chain Management Doctoral Student Wins AI CompetitionFinnegan "Finn" McKinley has won the inaugural Building a Better Future Through Business and AI for Supply Chain Management Dissertation Proposal Competition 2025. John AloysiusFinn McKinleysupplychain10/17/2025supplychainJace and Kroopa Hit the Road for the Master of Supply Chain Management in DallasGraduate students Jace and Kroopa are ready to level up their career by pursuing an online MSCM degree with face-to-face experiences.Two women working on a project in class.Lori McLemoreMSCMsupplychain10/27/2025MSCM,supplychainLori McLemore Retires from Walton CollegePlease join Walton College on Thursday, Oct. 30, from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m., in Willard J. Walker Hall room 504 to send her off in proper U of A style!Woman taking a selfie.10/29/2025Alumni Spotlight: Soujanya HegdeMeet Soujanya Hegde, a Bentonville-based Walton College alumna who earned her Master’s in Applied Business Analytics.Soujanya Hedge HeadshotHannah DrydenMABAinformation systemisysspotlight10/30/2025MABA,information system,isys,spotlighthttps://news.uark.edu/articles/80320/industry-leader-named-new-director-of-mcmillon-innovation-studioIndustry Leader Named New Director of McMillon Innovation StudioChris Tisdel, an industry leader with a background in Human Centered Design, has been named director of the McMillon Innovation Studio, the campus innovation hub at the University of Arkansas.Brandon Howard, Jerra TomsPhoto portrait of Chris Tisdel11/04/2025https://news.uark.edu/articles/80312/walton-student-s-path-to-senior-walk-leads-to-successWalton Student's Path to Senior Walk Leads to SuccessDevonte Daniel, a Walton College marketing major from Marked Tree, Arkansas, combined his passion for sales and logistics through Leadership Walton and a United Rentals internship.DeLani BartlettePhoto of Devonte DanielMSCMsupplychain10/30/2025MSCM,supplychainhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/80281/professor-remko-van-hoek-awarded-2025-distinguished-service-awardProfessor Remko van Hoek Awarded 2025 Distinguished Service AwardRemko van Hoek, professor of supply chain management at the University of Arkansas’ Walton College, received the 2025 CSCMP Distinguished Service Award—the highest individual honor in the field—and was inducted into the Supply Chain Hall of Fame. A global leader bridging academia and industry, van Hoek’s research and leadership continue to shape the future of supply chain management.Jerra TomsProfessor Remko van Hoek receiving the distinguished service awardMSCMsupplychain10/27/2025MSCM,supplychainhttps://news.uark.edu/articles/80195/walton-college-faculty-creates-free-textbook-through-libraries-programWalton College Faculty Creates Free Textbook Through Libraries ProgramAfter a student suggested the Open Educational Resources program, Walton College professor Iana Shaheen created a free, customizable textbook for her Introduction to Supply Chain Management course. Partnering with the University Libraries, she developed a resource that reduces student costs, ensures consistency across sections and enhances learning for U of A business students.Christine RickabaughIntroduction to Supply Chain Managementsupplychain10/10/2025supplychaintruehttps://news.uark.edu/articles/80511/capital-scan-identifies-where-arkansas-startups-are-growing-and-where-funding-gaps-remainCapital Scan Identifies Where Arkansas Startups Are Growing and Where Funding Gaps RemainPage TitleVenture capital investment in Arkansas startups remained steady in 2024, according to the newly released Arkansas Capital Scan. The report highlights continued concentration of investment activity in Northwest Arkansas and outlines opportunities to strengthen funding for young companies and new business formation across the state.Amanda Horn, Brandon Howard, Jerra TomsArkansas Capital Scan 202412/11/2025Crisis Leadership, Change Management, and Product Management: Insights from Tim Simmons, Walmart InternationalThis reflective session with Walmart International’s Chief Product Officer Tim Simmons explores how crisis leadership, team resilience, and transformational change intersect to guide organizations through uncertainty and renewal.Tim Simmons, SVP and Chief Product Officer at Walmart InternationalMatt Wallermba11/05/2025mbatruehttps://news.uark.edu/articles/80356/u-of-a-entrepreneurship-grad-program-climbs-to-no-20-in-princeton-review-rankingsU of A Entrepreneurship Grad Program Climbs to No. 20 in Princeton Review RankingsThe Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas has been ranked No. 20 by The Princeton Review in their list of the Top 50 Entrepreneurship Graduate Programs, rising two spots from last year's ranking of No. 22 and 15 spots in the past two years since making its debut on the list at No. 35 in 2023. Brandon Howard, Jerra TomsPhotograph of Old Main building with #20 superimposed on topsevi11/12/2025sevihttps://news.uark.edu/articles/80422/walton-college-accounting-student-awarded-prestigious-fasb-assistantshipWalton College Accounting Student Awarded Prestigious FASB AssistantshipGrace Helmers, a Master of Professional Accounting student in the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas, has secured a postgraduate technical assistantship with the Financial Accounting Standards Board. She is only the second U of A student to achieve this honor, and the first since 2012.Jerra TomsGrace Helmersaccountingacct11/19/2025accounting,acctThree Takeaways That Elevated My Approach to Supply Chain LeadershipA Walton Executive MBA student shares three key lessons from Dr. Chris Hofer’s demand planning and inventory operations course and how they directly strengthened his leadership in supply chain.A photo of Hunter Whitley Hunter Whitleycommunicated complex supply chain conceptsdemand planningexecutive mbaexecutive mba supply chain takeawaysforecasting skills for supply chain professionalshow to improve safety stock calculationsinventory operationsmbasafety stock strategysupply chain career developmentsupply chain forecastingsupply chain leadershipsupply chain storytelling12/09/2025communicated complex supply chain concepts,demand planning,executive mba,executive mba supply chain takeaways,forecasting skills for supply chain professionals,how to improve safety stock calculations,inventory operations,mba,safety stock strategy,supply chain career development,supply chain forecasting,supply chain leadership,supply chain storytellinghttps://news.uark.edu/articles/80449/walton-college-remembers-former-accounting-department-chair-dr-jack-white?v=639014348288595192Walton College Remembers Former Accounting Department Chair Dr. Jack WhiteDr. Jackson "Jack" White, professor emeritus of accounting and former chair of the William Dillard Department of Accounting at the Sam M. Walton College of Business, passed away on Nov. 13, 2025, in Fayetteville.Jerra TomsJackson White11/25/2025https://news.uark.edu/articles/80478/walton-college-alum-earns-prestigious-elijah-watt-sells-award-for-outstanding-cpa-exam-performance?v=639014348288545339Walton College Alum Earns Prestigious Elijah Watt Sells Award for Outstanding CPA Exam PerformanceThe Sam M. Walton College of Business and the William Dillard Department of Accounting are proud to announce that alumnus Samuel Abram has been named a recipient of the prestigious Elijah Watt Sells Award by the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) and the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA).Jerra TomsSamuel Abram12/03/2025https://news.uark.edu/articles/80509/walton-college-assistant-professor-named-senior-research-fellow-at-portulans-institute?v=639014348288545339Walton College Assistant Professor Named Senior Research Fellow at Portulans InstitutePage TitleAbhijith Anand, assistant professor of information systems at the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas, has been appointed as a Senior Research Fellow at the Portulans Institute, a prestigious Washington, D.C.-based think tank focused on innovation and technology policy.Jerra TomsAbhijith Anand12/10/2025MBA Students Showcase Innovation at Mock Market DayWalton Full-Time MBA students transformed classroom ideas into market-ready concepts during Mock Market Day, presenting original products to attendees and gathering real-world feedback.Students pitch projects at MBA Mock Market DayNathan Bramwellwalton mba12/17/2025walton mbaCSCMP Celebrates Vision and Leadership with the 2025 Supply Chain Hall of Fame Inductees at EDGE in National HarborThe Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) is proud to announce that Oliver Wight (1929–1983), Founder of Oliver Wight International (In Memoriam), will be inducted into the Supply Chain Hall of Fame during the 2025 EDGE Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition.Remko Van Hoek recieving his awardWendy Princescm-hofsupplychain01/07/2026scm-hof,supplychainStudent Spotlight: Claudia MercadoMeet Claudia Mercado, a first-generation student from Siloam Springs, Arkansas. She earned her degree in Computer Science from the University of Arkansas College of Engineering and is now pursuing her Master’s in Business Administration.Claudia MercadoSydney Fordmbaspotlightstudentspotlightwalton mba01/14/2026mba,spotlight,studentspotlight,walton mbaTurning Possibility Into Purpose: How Career Coaching Transforms the Walton MBA JourneyFind out how three career coaches from the Sam M. Walton College of Business help MBA students clarify their options and take meaningful steps toward a future that reflects their capabilities and values.A smiling student and career coach having a conversation in a classroom.Jeff McClelland, Lynn Wong and Bill Ryanmbawalton mbawcob01/20/2026mba,walton mba,wcobStudent Spotlight: Brianna SwaffordMeet Brianna Swafford, a Walton MBA - University of Arkansas student from McKinney, Texas.Brianna SwaffordSydney Fordspotlightstudentspotlight01/28/2026spotlight,studentspotlightStudent Spotlight: Reagan PriceMeet Reagan Price, a full-time Walton MBA - University of Arkansas student with a concentration in Retail Marketing from Austin, Texas. She stays actively involved on campus as the MBA Program Director for the Springdale High School Mentorship Program, a member of the Walton MBA Case Competition Team, and a Graduate Assistant for the Department of Marketing at the Sam M. Walton College of Business. Alongside her academic work, Reagan is gaining industry experience as an MBA Strategic Sales Intern at Mars Petcare supporting the Walmart account.Reagan PriceSydney Fordspotlightstudentspotlight02/09/2026spotlight,studentspotlightU of A and Plug and Play Host 2026 Supply Chain Trends & Expo EventThe Supply Chain Management Research Center within the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas is teaming up once again with Plug and Play to host the 2026 Supply Chain Trends & Expo event on Wednesday, April 22 in Bentonville.Joshua Saffran from Plug and Play and Brian Johnson of Walton College presenting at the 2025 Supply Chain Trends & Expo EventSCMscmrcsupplychain02/11/2026SCM,scmrc,supplychainBusiness Forecast Luncheon Highlights Economic Outlook for 2026Local business leaders, policymakers, and community members gathered to find out: what economic trends are likely to shape the economy in 2026?Mervin Jebaraj presenting his 2026 economic forecast to the audience.economicsfacultyindustryresearch02/12/2026economics,faculty,industry,researchMarketing Graduate Students Pitch Strategy to Liquid I.V. ExecutivesMarketing graduate students applied hands-on research and strategy skills in a semester-long project culminating in a presentation to Liquid I.V. executives.Group photo of the marketing graduate students who participated in the Liquid I.V. project.Jenni WiltzMSMgraduate studentsin the classroommarketing03/09/2026MSM,graduate students,in the classroom,marketingAlumni Spotlight: Poornima MalviyaMeet Poornima Malviya, a Walton College Master of Information Systems alumna with a concentration in Digital Innovation and now, a Program Manager at Walmart. Poormina Malviya HeadshotSydney Fordisysspotlight03/16/2026isys,spotlightAI Leadership within the Information Systems Graduate CurriculumArtificial intelligence is no longer just a technical capability—it’s a strategic imperative shaping how organizations compete, innovate, and grow. Here's how our Master of Information Systems degree prepares students to lead AI adoption responsibly and effectively at scale.A group of students in a classroom setting wearing VR headsets, engaged in virtual reality.Jenni Wiltzinformation systeminnovationisys03/31/2026information system,innovation,isyshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/boyer-fellow.php The Legacy of the Boyer Fellowship Is in Relationships The first Boyer Fellowship was awarded in 2000, with a total of 15 students supported thus far by the program. This article looks back at some of those who have received the fellowship in its 20+ year history and its continuing impact and legacy. Stephen Caldwellmultiple students collage01/11/2021https://walton.uark.edu/insights/15-people-speed-dial.php15 People You Need on Speed DialI thought I would share the 15 people that I keep on speed dial. Not so much individuals but rather perspectives that I rely on as I navigate the journey that is called life.Stacey Masonpeople in virtual callStacey Masonleadershipperspectives11/18/2020Stacey Mason,leadership,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/brewing-up-creativity.phpBrewing Up Creativity: Does Caffeine Really Stimulate Your Brain?So your caffeine addiction may be just that: an addiction. But does caffeine really help you work?Michael Adkison, Darya L. Zabelinanote book with bulb and coffee cupDarya L. Zabelinamichael adkisonresearch04/03/2020Darya L. Zabelina,michael adkison,researchhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/build-a-plane-while-flying.phpHow to Build a Plane While FlyingGraham Cobb, president and chief executive officer at the Greater Bentonville Area Chamber of Commerce, isn’t concerned with creating new experiences. He’s taking advantage of what already exists in Northwest Arkansas.Alexandra Goforthwalton conference12/17/201915 Questions to PonderQuestioning everything might reveal what you need to succeed after graduation. These 15 questions from The Improv Lab's Stacey Mason can help get you started.Woman looking off into distance, pondering; Article: "15 Questions to Ponder" by Stacey MasonStacey Masonperspectivesstudent success05/18/2023perspectives,student successhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/barriers-to-entry-kept-early-fedex-competitors-grounded.php Three Barriers to Entry that Kept FedEx’s Early Competitors Grounded FedEx succeeded for many reasons. Most of those have been well-documented, but Taylor says one under-acknowledged key to its survival in the crib was the barriers to entry that were created and effectively managed by Smith. Stephen Caldwellaeroplane and parachutes12/17/2020https://walton.uark.edu/insights/15-things-learned-since-i-graduated-from-college.php15 Things I’ve Learned Since I Graduated From CollegeNothing is as powerful as the discoveries we make along the way. I thought I would share 15 things I’ve learned since I was a 20-something college student.Stacey Masongraduation cap imageStacey Masonleadershipperspectives05/06/2021Stacey Mason,leadership,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/drop-shipping.phpBeing the Bridge: Drop-Shipping and the New Terms of the TriadDrive for convenience puts great pressure on suppliers and manufacturers.Jeff. L. Wright and Ryan Sheetsworld wide shippingJeff L. WrightRyan Sheetsresearchsupplychain11/15/2019Jeff L. Wright,Ryan Sheets,research,supplychainhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/ethical-ai.php5 Practical Tips for the Ethical Use of Artificial IntelligenceThe ever-increasing and pervasive existence of technology in our lives makes the ethical use of it more important than ever.Cindy Moehringscanning facecindy moehringcommunicationleadershipperspectives07/16/2020cindy moehring,communication,leadership,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/game-changer.phpGame Changer: Considering Emotions in Gamified SystemsGamification may be the game changer companies have been seeking to both improve employee engagement and solve the complex problems facing the world today.woman with VR headset playingJeff MullinsRajiv Sabherwalorganizations and teamsresearchryan decker12/11/2020Jeff Mullins,Rajiv Sabherwal,organizations and teams,research,ryan deckerhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/applied-business-analytics-degree.phpGetting Past the Math En Route to Applied Business AnalyticsThe list of career options in the “not for me category” is extremely long, and it pretty much includes anything with the word “analytics” in the job title, job description or educational qualifications.Stephen Caldwellwoman with glassesMaster of Applied Business Analyticsperspectivesstephen caldwell06/12/2020Master of Applied Business Analytics,perspectives,stephen caldwellhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/building-the-right-culture.phpBuilding the Right CultureBuilding culture; that’s the tougher part of the equation because it feels like a paradox – contradicting pieces and parts merging to create an environment that ebbs and flows over the life of the organization. It’s a beautiful thing to watch when it’s done well.Stacey Masonteam casual meetingStacey Masonleadershipperspectives05/28/2020Stacey Mason,leadership,perspectivesA Better Way To Learn?: How the ‘Retail Safari’ Brings Classroom Lessons to LifeBusiness expertise can be dull and complicated. One class aims to bring the lessons of retail to life for its students. A Better Way To Learn?: How the ‘Retail Safari’ Brings Classroom Lessons to LifeMolly Rapert, Lucas Cuni-MertzMolly Rapertin the classroomlucas cuni-mertzmarketingstudent success10/15/2021Molly Rapert,in the classroom,lucas cuni-mertz,marketing,student successhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/blockchain-governance.php Blockchain Governance: Turning Competition into Teammates Governance, in an application such as blockchain, cannot be an afterthought. Governance, like a good omelet ingredient, has to be cooked into the overall product in order for it to serve its purpose. Ryan Sheets, Mary Lacity, Zach Steelman, Paul Cronanblockchain01/15/2021https://walton.uark.edu/insights/blockchain-interoperability.phpInteroperability: A Big Unanswered Question in BlockchainBlockchain solutions are rapidly developing yet relatively immature. This immaturity and rapidity make interoperability a difficult, yet important, topic to address.Ryan Sheets, Mary Lacity, Zach Steelman, Paul CronaninteroperabilityMary LacityPaul CronanRyan SheetsZach Steelmanemerging technologyresearch01/31/2020Mary Lacity,Paul Cronan,Ryan Sheets,Zach Steelman,emerging technology,researchA Conversation on PerspectiveOne of my favorite improv exercises is Fortunately/Unfortunately, which helps us focus on our own unique perspective, belief systems, and examine our intentions.A Conversation on PerspectiveStacey MasonStacey Masonleadershipperspectives10/27/2021Stacey Mason,leadership,perspectivesBeing Near Pro Stadiums Really Matters for Businesses Proximity to NFL and NBA pro stadiums and arenas generated $10 million in revenue/month for businesses when lockdown conditions were absent in 2021. photo showing a city with a large stadiumStephen Caldwell with James Walliseconomicsresearch06/03/2024economics,researchA Little Personalization Goes a Long WayWhen firms personalize communication, investors spend more time processing financial information and shift from a short-term to long-term mindset.Phone recording girls showing clothingAlyssa Riley; Stephen Roweaccountingresearch05/07/2024accounting,researchhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/balancing-work-family-physical-activity.phpWorking It All Out: Balancing Work, Family and Physical ActivityMaintaining the harmony of work-life and family life is a balancing act — one that can, at times, be strenuous and tiresome.Michael Adkison, Christopher C. Rosenwoman doing yogachristopher c. rosenmichael adkisonorganizations and teamsresearch01/22/2021christopher c. rosen,michael adkison,organizations and teams,researchhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/good-mentor.phpHow to Make the Most of MentoringA mentor is a source of wisdom, guidance, and support, but not someone who prescribes specific actions or changes.Rich Lawrence, Molly Rapert, Matt Waller, and Jeff Murraywooden manMolly RapertRich Lawrencejeff murraymatt wallerresearch11/14/2019Molly Rapert,Rich Lawrence,jeff murray,matt waller,researchhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/barcode-scanner-darkly.phpA Barcode Scanner Darkly: AutoID and the Future of Interactive Mobile AppsAs Apple and Google collaborate with the CDC and begin beta testing their app, recognizing these researchers’ findings and suggestions from an unrelated study could be integral to developing an AutoID-based COVID-19 application.Michael Adkison, John A. Aloysius, Viswanath Venkateshgirl looking at mobile phoneJohn Aloysiusisysmichael adkisonresearch06/26/2020John Aloysius,isys,michael adkison,researchhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/business-degree-online.phpHow to Know If You Should Get Your Business Degree OnlineAdvancements in technology have made today’s online classes highly interactive, and most instructors are easily accessible during scheduled hours.Stephen Caldwellwalker buildingperspectivesstephen caldwell05/14/2019perspectives,stephen caldwellA Successful Replication Study on Firm InternationalizationPetrenko, Doiguchi, & Chandler find new data by updating, replicating, and extending a seminal study on how internationalization affects firm governance. Unfocused image of a conference room with large windowsMitchell Simpson, Oleg Petrenko, Tsutomu (Tom) Doiguchimanagementresearch11/28/2023management,researchhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/business-succession-planning.php5 Things to Keep in Mind for Business Succession PlanningThese tips to help ease family tensions and increase the odds that the business will thrive are based on experience (I grew up in a family business), observation and research.Stephen Caldwellroadleadershipperspectivesstephen caldwell04/02/2020leadership,perspectives,stephen caldwellhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/a-tale-of-two-businesses.phpA Tale of Two Businesses:  Arkansas’ Bars and Liquor Stores during COVID-19 This report expands on information first delivered at the 2021 Arkansas Business Forecast.David SortoA Tale of Two Businesses:  Arkansas’ Bars and Liquor Stores during COVID-19 David Sortocbereconomicsresearch02/03/2021David Sorto,cber,economics,researchhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/blockchain-tech-reliability.phpPersonal Reflections on a Business School EducationBeginning today, pour yourself completely into your college experience, and later, give something of significance back to your community and to society.Michael Adkison, Daniel Conwaybuildings connectedDan Conwayemerging technologymichael adkisonresearch05/22/2020Dan Conway,emerging technology,michael adkison,researchhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/can-active-managers-beat-the-market.phpCan Active Managers Beat the Market?How easy is it to beat the market? Even for skilled money managers, it is not easy. Ryan Decker, Tim Rileybox charts over world mapTim Rileyfinanceresearchryan decker07/24/2020Tim Riley,finance,research,ryan deckerA WISER Future for Supply ChainsWomen Impacting Supply Chain Excellence asks how students, faculty, and industry leaders can help build a more robust, dynamic future for supply chains.Kathryn McLay and Stephanie Thomas at Sam's Club during the WISE Future Leaders SymposiumStephanie Thomasperspectivessupplychain03/09/2023perspectives,supplychainhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/i-love-that.phpI Love That: Processual Theory and Transformative Consumer ResearchAs a result, processual theory has become a mainstay of TCR research because it accounts for an ever-changing society.Jeff L. Wright, Jeff Murraybox plotsJeff L. Wrightjeff murraymarketingresearch06/19/2020Jeff L. Wright,jeff murray,marketing,researchArkansas Is Advancing the Future of Banking Walton Executive Education, Arkansas Business Association collaborate on a new white paper detailing what the future of banking could - and should - look like.Collaborative meeting between Walton Executive Education and Arkansas Business Association discussing the future of bankingFaith Raunfinanceperspectives08/03/2023finance,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/i3r-grant-uark.php7 Ways the I3R Grant Will Help Transform the University of ArkansasThe announcement of a $194.7 million grant to the University of Arkansas from the Walton Family Charitable Support Foundation is notable for its amount, but far more significant because of its potential for making a positive, lasting impact on our campus, our state, and the future of higher education.Matt Wallergraphic image of women announcingentrepreneurshipmatt wallerperspectives07/30/2020entrepreneurship,matt waller,perspectivesAbove Board: How Independent Directors Facilitate Strategic ChangeIndependent board members provide much-needed fresh perspective in the wake of a CEO transition, especially when the outgoing CEO stays on as a board member.Group of young professionals working on project with "CHANGE" written across itMitchell Simpson, Michael CummingsMichael CummingsMitchell Simpsonleadershipresearchsevi04/21/2022Michael Cummings,Mitchell Simpson,leadership,research,sevihttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/buying-into-blockchain.phpBuying into Blockchain: What Does It Take to Invest?Its name strikes fear into the hearts of men, leaving even the strongest among us trembling: blockchain technology. Yet, to paraphrase many analysts, blockchain is the hot, new trend in business..Michael Adkison, Remko Van Hoekblockchain mapRemko Van Hoekemerging technologymichael adkisonresearch03/06/2020Remko Van Hoek,emerging technology,michael adkison,researchhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/accounting-degree-series.phpAccounting Students Learn the Language Of Business Accounting is less about high-level mathematics, for instance, and more about giving structure to unstructured situations by learning and speaking the language of business.Stephen Caldwellworking on calculatoraccountingperspectivesstephen caldwell01/21/2021accounting,perspectives,stephen caldwellhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/beat-the-street.phpBeat the Street: Stock Analysts, Credit Risk, and the Lack of Negative Earnings ForecastsYou may have to spend money to make money, but it never hurts to make sure you see the whole picture.Michael Adkison, Samar Ashourfinancial forecastsfinancemichael adkisonresearch08/07/2020finance,michael adkison,researchCents and Sensibility Does it matter what investors say about stocks? Find out how pairing investor sentiment with quantitative data might help you more accurately evaluate stocks.Man studies stock chartsMitchell Simpson, Vernon Richardsonaccountingisysresearch08/09/2022accounting,isys,researchAction Principle Research for Emergent ProblemsSometimes, it takes supply chain researchers too long to produce practical recommendations. Could an action principles research model provide the solution?Woman pointing at a screenMitchell Simpson, Remko van Hoek, Mary Lacityresearchsupplychain02/09/2023research,supplychainhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-axioms-to-live-by.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: Axioms to Live ByFollowing up on my last blogpost where I provided my best advice for graduating seniors, I thought it might be good to share axioms I have lived by that would benefit anyone who plans on owning a business.Mark Zweiggraphic image of man on a pathMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives05/13/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/advance-your-career-tips.phpWant to Advance in Your Career? Follow These 3 Simple TipsThe hardest integrity lessons to learn are often the ones that seem so simple. It pays to be reminded of them because managers slip up on the seemingly easy things and ruin their careers, over and over again.Cindy Moehringgraphic image of balanceleadershipperspectivesstephen caldwell06/18/2020leadership,perspectives,stephen caldwellhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/boundary-spanning.phpBoundary Spanning in Search of Something UsefulIt turns out that I spend a fair amount of time each day doing something that I’d never heard of just a few years ago: boundary spanning. At least I think that’s what I’m doing. I was pretty sure until I looked this phrase up and came away unexpectedly confused. Stephen Caldwellgraphic bulbleadershipperspectivesstephen caldwell07/23/2020leadership,perspectives,stephen caldwellhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/advanced-supply-chain-degree.phpWho Needs an Advanced Degree in Supply Chain, Anyway?Supply chain managers are connect-the-dots sort of people, so they tend to understand just about every aspect of a business and how they fit together.Stephen Caldwellwarehouseperspectivesstephen caldwellsupplychain05/29/2020perspectives,stephen caldwell,supplychainhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/assessments.phpHow to Assess Strengths and Personality Assessments for BusinessMore and more organizations, in fact, are turning to psychological profiles and strengths-based assessments to gauge cultural fit, build better teams, and help develop employees so they can more effectively and enjoyably do their jobs.Stephen Caldwellwooden blocksorganizations and teamsperspectivesstephen caldwell11/07/2019organizations and teams,perspectives,stephen caldwellhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/best-way-to-use-stimulus-check-help-the-economy.phpWhat’s the Best Way to Use That $1,200 Stimulus Check and Help the Economy?Many Americans will get a check for up to $1,200, with up to an additional $500 per child for some, as a part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act. And it raises the question: If you want that money to actually help stimulate the economy, what’s the best way to put it to use?Raja Kalistimulus checkRaja Kalieconomicsperspectives04/09/2020Raja Kali,economics,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/back-to-the-basics-of-marketing.phpBack to the Basics of MarketingReally understanding marketing and using that knowledge every day is essential to growth and continued success.Mark Zweigmarketing studyMark Zweigentrepreneurshipmarketingperspectives03/18/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,marketing,perspectivesAn Offer You Can’t Refuse: Making Alliances with Machiavellian CEOsIs Machiavellianism a useful or harmful aspect in a CEO? Family-owned firms may be able to moderate certain behaviors to get the most from these types of CEOs.An Offer You Can’t Refuse: Making Alliances with Machiavellian CEOsOleg Petrenko, Michael Adkison Oleg V. Petrenkomichael adkisonresearch08/27/2021Oleg V. Petrenko,michael adkison,researchhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/blocking-fake-news-blockchain-digital-notary.phpBlocking Fake News: Blockchain as a Digital NotaryBlockchain applications can help counter the spread of fake news, especially on social media. Walton College's Blockchain Center of Excellence shares how Italy’s leading news wire service, ANSA, and E&Y are implementing this service.Ryan Decker, Mary Lacity, Dan Conwayfake news graphicDan ConwayMary Lacityemerging technologyresearchryan decker07/09/2021Dan Conway,Mary Lacity,emerging technology,research,ryan deckerhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/big-data-big-responsibility.phpWith Big Data Comes Big ResponsibilityWith big data comes big responsibility — and today’s scholars must recognize that responsibility to preserve the future of IS studies.Michael Adkison, Varun Groverwoman doing analyticsVarun Groverisysmichael adkisonresearch10/23/2020Varun Grover,isys,michael adkison,researchAnd MORE Improv Advice in TranslationBusiness and improv may seem wildly different, but improv has a lot to say about leadership, listening, collaboration, teamwork, and delivering for clients.A group of students performing an improv skit in front of their peers. Stacey Masonleadershipperspectives12/21/2022leadership,perspectivesFlavor Your Company Culture With InnovationA good company culture is key to success in business, life, and leadership. Find out what steps you can take to ensure that you and your employees thrive.Flavor Your Company Culture With InnovationStephen Caldwellentrepreneurshipleadershipperspectivesstephen caldwell01/05/2022entrepreneurship,leadership,perspectives,stephen caldwellFive Ways To Navigate Today’s Changing Business LandscapeLessons for navigating change come from unexpected sources. The nontraditional route Reginald Miller, McDonald's VP & global chief DEI officer, exemplify thisFive Ways To Navigate Today’s Changing Business LandscapeStephen Caldwellleadershipperspectivespodcaststephen caldwell10/18/2021leadership,perspectives,podcast,stephen caldwellHow to Exercise Authority When You Aren’t the Expert Leaders have to lead, even when they don't have the skill or the information they need. Here are some tips for doing a lot with a little. How to Exercise Authority When You Aren’t the Expert Stephen Caldwellleadershipperspectivespodcaststephen caldwell12/01/2021leadership,perspectives,podcast,stephen caldwellChanges in Consumer Behavior Affecting the Supply ChainIf you’re struggling to locate common items in stores, you’re not alone. Since March 2020, shifts in consumers’ habits have taken a toll on the supply chain.  Changes in Consumer Behavior Affecting the Supply ChainLaurel SchleyLaurel Schleyconsumer behaviorresearch10/14/2021Laurel Schley,consumer behavior,researchhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-gestation-period.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: The Gestation Period for a New VentureAs someone who has started a half-dozen or more business, mostly on my own but sometimes with one or more partners, I know there are steps one can take before taking the plunge to start that new venture. Sometimes the information you can learn will actually keep you from starting the business.Mark Zweigstart lineMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives07/15/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectivesThe Entrepreneurial Journey: How To Find the Right Path To Building a BusinessFrom mentoring to maker spaces, the University of Arkansas has created a vibrant startup network to support student entrepreneurs like MORE Technologies. Be Epic Podcast Article Series: The Entrepreneurial Journey: How To Find the Right Path To Building a BusinessStephen Caldwellentrepreneurshipperspectivespodcaststephen caldwell10/11/2021entrepreneurship,perspectives,podcast,stephen caldwellhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-13-things-you-can-do-to-get-the-most-from-your-college-experience.php Confessions of an Entrepreneur: 13 Things You Can Do to Get the Most from Your College Experience Each semester, there are a handful of students who really “get it.” These people fully engage and are going to get the most they can from their college experience. The standouts are especially noticeable now during COVID-19. Mark Zweig boy writing 01/12/2021https://walton.uark.edu/insights/concentrations-add-value-to-accounting-masters-program.phpConcentrations Add Value to Accounting Master’s ProgramThe IMAcc provides the smoothest path toward a seamless, five-year competition of both an undergraduate and master’s degree. And the restructured master’s program provides concentrated options for students no matter the next step in their academic or professional journeys.Stephen CaldwellConcentrations Add Value to Accounting Master’s Programaccountingperspectivesstephen caldwell04/01/2021accounting,perspectives,stephen caldwellhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/lack-of-capital.phpIs Lack of Capital the Real Problem?There are important causes to why small businesses run out of capital.Mark Zweigmoney sackMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives09/25/2019Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectivesThese Two Words Can Reshape Your Approach to Career SuccessSometimes the path to success is anything but straightforward. This advice will give you the confidence to navigate its twists and turns. Career Pathways can vary wildly.Stephen Caldwellleadershipperspectivespodcaststephen caldwell11/08/2021leadership,perspectives,podcast,stephen caldwelltrueConfessions of an Entrepreneur: Some of My Biggest Regrets as a LeaderIt's confession time - here are some mistakes I've made in my career. Acknowledging them, learning from them, and moving on have developed my leadership skills.Confessions of an Entrepreneur: Some of My Biggest Regrets as a LeaderMark ZweigMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives11/17/2021Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectivesThinking About an M&A Deal? Follow This AdviceMergers and acquisitions fail more often than they succeed. Fortunately, we know why. Follow these tips to give your M&A the greatest chance for success. Thinking About an M&A Deal? Follow This AdvicePage TitleStephen Caldwellleadershipperspectivesstephen caldwell11/10/2021leadership,perspectives,stephen caldwellConfessions of an Entrepreneur: Some Practical Advice for Your StartupWe can all talk about various methods to develop our business plans or test the market acceptance for a new product idea, but how about we spend a little time in the weeds going over some stuff that startup founders should really be thinking about and doing? Confessions of an Entrepreneur: Some Practical Advice for Your StartupMark ZweigMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectivesseviwalton insights09/22/2021Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectives,sevi,walton insightsWant To Be an Entrepreneur? Scrap the RoadmapIf you want to be an entrepreneur, you have to realize there's no roadmap to follow. That said, Collin Jones has some timely advice for future entrepreneurs.Want To Be an Entrepreneur? Scrap the RoadmapStephen Caldwellentrepreneurshipperspectivespodcaststephen caldwell10/25/2021entrepreneurship,perspectives,podcast,stephen caldwellBeing Nice Pays Off: Why Nice Leaders Are More EffectiveSome think that being a good leader means being harsh, strict, and unfriendly. Find out why niceness is actually what makes leaders more effective.Woman leader in front of teamEmilija Sarma, Andrew Blake, Oleg PetrenkoEmilijia SarmaOleg V. Petrenkoandrew blakeleadershiporganizations and teamsresearch02/14/2022Emilijia Sarma,Oleg V. Petrenko,andrew blake,leadership,organizations and teams,researchConfessions of an Entrepreneur: When You Have an Old Car—or BusinessMy 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur takes a lot of maintenance. So have my businesses. Doing these six things over the years have improved profits and operations.“Confessions of an Entrepreneur: When You Have an Old Car—or Business”Mark ZweigMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives10/28/2021Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-family-entrepreneurial-venture.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: Your Family and Your Entrepreneurial VentureHere are some potential issues you may face related to your family and your business that you may have already experienced but if not, ones you need to be prepared for when they do crop up.Mark ZweigfamilyMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives08/12/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectivesBuilding a ______ Metaverse: How Will We Fill in the Blanks?We have tools like VR, AR, smart contracts, governance tokens, and SSI. How do we build a metaverse where innovation and creativity is accessible to everybody?Man wearing virtual reality glasses viewing a metaverse virtual worldRyan Sheets, Mary Lacity, Jeff Mullins, Le Kuaiemerging technologyisys03/07/2023emerging technology,isyshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-buying-an-existing-business.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: 11 Good Reasons to Buy an Existing BusinessBuying a business – one of the “doorways to entrepreneurship” – is too often not considered by those seeking self-employment.Mark Zweigagreement signMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives01/15/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-nine-things.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: Nine Things that Make Your Business More ValuableThe bottom line, however, is that an owner who is conscious of and working on the drivers of value for their business will do better at exit than those who aren’t!Mark Zweiggraphic image of office activitiesMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives10/06/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/building-bridges-to-the-future-northwest-arkansas-supply-chain-cluster.phpBuilding Bridges to the Future: The Recent Development of Northwest Arkansas’ Supply Chain ClusterNorthwest Arkansas is a very different place than it was 90 years ago.Ron GordonNWA images collageRon Gordonresearchscmrsupplychain05/13/2021Ron Gordon,research,scmr,supplychainhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-employees-not-engaged.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: Why Employees Aren’t as Engaged as You Want Them to BeYou talk with as many business owners as I have over the last 40 years and you will hear them quite often speak disparagingly about their employees and how engaged and committed they are.Mark Zweigpeople sadMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives07/22/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-recession.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: What Happens If We Have A Recession?What is important to remember — especially if and when a recession is underway — is that it doesn’t necessarily mean that your business will decline.Mark Zweigrecovery and recession boardsMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives11/13/2019Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-mistakes-to-avoid.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: Mistakes to Avoid in Your Start-up’s Business PlanIf you are creating a business plan and want to be in the former category versus the latter, please allow me to make some observations about where some of the common deficiencies are in these plans. Mark Zweigfoot stepping on banana peelMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives11/03/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-lucky-break.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: We All Need a Lucky BreakIf you feel like you are due for a spate of good luck, here are some things you can do that might increase your odds of experiencing it. Mark Zweigman and woman shaking handsMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives10/27/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectivesBuilding Trust in Business: Strategies for Maintaining CredibilityPublic trust in business is high compared to how the public perceives government, media, and NGOs. What can businesses do to maintain and further this trust?Two people shaking hand with arrows, X's, and O's in the imageCindy Moehringleadershipperspectives03/30/2023leadership,perspectivesConfessions of an Entrepreneur: A Lack of Realism Kills Too Many StartupsFew things are as dangerous - and as avoidable - to an entrepreneur than a lack of realism. Avoiding these 6 pitfalls will help you stay focused and succeed. Confessions of an Entrepreneur: A Lack of Realism Kills Too Many StartupsMark ZweigMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives09/08/2021Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectivesBusiness Rivalries: Tensions in the Entrepreneur – Investor RelationshipBuilding a successful business requires the perfect business partner. But what if the relationship sours? Learn about managing office interpersonal dynamics.Business Rivalries: Tensions in the Entrepreneur – Investor RelationshipMitchell Simpson, Oleg Petrenkoentrepreneurshipresearchsevi08/30/2022entrepreneurship,research,sevihttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-frustration-when-good-people-dont-get-along.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: The Frustration When Good People Don’t Get AlongOne of the most frustrating people problems to have as a business owner is when two employees, both of whom are productive ones, don’t get along.Mark Zweigbusiness professionals graphicMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives02/26/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/buying-a-business-instead-of-starting-one.phpBuy a Business Instead of Starting One from ScratchWhether you are considering starting a new business, or already own your own business and want to supercharge your growth, buying a business that is already up and going is always an option that should be considered. Mark ZweigBuy a Business Instead of Starting One from ScratchMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives03/16/2021Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-avoid-outside-investors.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: Why You Might Want to Avoid Having any Outside Investors I would encourage those creating new ventures to not pursue outside equity if there is any way to avoid it. I would say more “real” entrepreneurs — people who actually plan on committing themselves wholly to their new ventures — are very leery of it, and for good cause.Mark Zweigmen discussingMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives12/01/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-getting-past-startup.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: Getting Past the Startup PhaseThere is a lot of interest in startups. Where people got their idea, how they raised the capital, what their elevator pitch was, and so on.Mark Zweigglowing blubMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives08/26/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectivesCan Self-Sovereign Identity Deliver Business Value? Lessons Learned from the NHS Investing in self-sovereign identity and digital passports paid dividends for the NHS during the pandemic; how can your firm use SSI to unlock business value?Woman reading document on computerRyan Sheets, Mary Lacity, Erran Carmel Mary LacityRyan Sheetsemerging technologyisysresearch04/19/2022Mary Lacity,Ryan Sheets,emerging technology,isys,researchhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-finding-inner-peace.php Confessions of an Entrepreneur: Finding Inner Peace At some point, the need to find some inner peace may be greater than the need to keep proving oneself. And the truth is when you find that inner peace is when you gain real insight. Mark Zweigwoman meditating01/19/2021https://walton.uark.edu/insights/leader-blogs.php21 Reasons a Leader Should Write BlogsBlogging is an essential part of my strategy for leading the Sam M. Walton College of Business, and I believe it is a useful tool any leader can use.Matthew Wallerstationaryleadershipmatt wallerperspectives07/22/2019leadership,matt waller,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-first-order-of-business-is-survival.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: The First Order of Any Business is SurvivalIt’s time for some real honesty now. As a business owner, creditor and debtor with the COVID-19 virus threat in full swing, I can admit that I’m scared. The business I own has ground to a halt.Mark Zweigempty classroom03/19/2020Can Smiley Face Emojis Really Replace Smiling Faces?Do emojis really matter in marketing? In certain instances, emojis can influence purchase decisions and create connections with receptive consumersCan Smiley Face Emojis Really Replace Smiling Faces?Leah Warfield Smith, Randall L. Rose, Jeff WrightJeff L. WrightLeah Smithmarketingresearch09/08/2021Jeff L. Wright,Leah Smith,marketing,researchhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-fostering-creativity-and-innovation.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: Fostering Creativity and InnovationCreativity and innovation won’t happen if you do things the way you always have done them. It starts at the top and takes more than just talk. Mark ZweigConfessions of an Entrepreneur: Fostering Creativity and InnovationMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives02/23/2021Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectivesCoaching for Perspective What does coaching look like in a business setting? Find out how coaching can shape your perspective and why it should be a cornerstone of your office culture.Woman teaching group of business professionalsStacey Masonleadershipperspectives06/16/2022leadership,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-biggest-mistakes-company-founders-make.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: The Biggest Mistakes Company Founders MakeMore times than not, failure is based on internal mistakes businesses owners make, not external conditions.Mark Zweigman regretting imageMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives04/23/2021Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/making-a-profit.phpMaking a Profit Takes More Than Just Cost-Cutting!Instead of resorting to cost-cutting to increase business profits, make sure to explore all available options.Mark Zweigdollar signsMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives11/06/2019Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectivesClosing the Loop on a Cracking Whip: Viewing Port Congestion Through the Lens of System DynamicsFrom the outside, supply chains can seem simple and straightforward. Find out how recent events have affected them and why they can be so hard to safeguard.Supply chain port congestionTravis Tokar, Andrew Balthrop, and Ron Gordon Ron Gordonresearchscmrsupplychain02/23/2022Ron Gordon,research,scmr,supplychainhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/dillards-taught-me-about-legacy.phpWhat the Dillards Taught Me About Leaving a LegacyRecently I’ve come to appreciate something new – the story of the family that built this business and the value of the business that goes well beyond a good price on a well-made shirt.Stephen Caldwelldillardsentrepreneurshipperspectivesstephen caldwell02/27/2020entrepreneurship,perspectives,stephen caldwellhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/cover-letter-tips.php8 Simple Tips For A Cover Letter That Gets You NoticedEven in an age of email and online applications, a cover letter can make or break job-seekers’ chances for getting resumes reviewed and taken seriously.Stephen Caldwelltyping on laptopmatt wallerperspectives07/29/2019matt waller,perspectivesConfessions of an Entrepreneur: Desperately Seeking Monetary Help from Friends and FamilyCash flow problems aren't uncommon for entrepreneurs. Check out these seven tips on how to navigate having to ask friends and family for a bailout.Confessions of an Entrepreneur: Desperately Seeking Monetary Help from Friends and FamilyMark ZweigMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives09/01/2021Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-strategy-of-changing-nothing.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: The Strategy of Changing NothingI must admit that I have always admired the businesses with a strategy of doing things “the old way” – changing little to nothing with the times – that actually thrive because of that.Mark Zweigrolls royceMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives02/05/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/cracking-under-pressure.phpCracking Under Pressure: The Side Effects of Nonmonetary PrizeWhile there is nothing inherently wrong with nonmonetary prizes, you might want to think twice before you offer one in the name of harmless, friendly competition and good performance.Michael Adkison, Raja Kaligolf ballRaja Kalieconomicsmichael adkisonresearch08/21/2020Raja Kali,economics,michael adkison,researchhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-the-typical-entrepreneur.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: The Typical Entrepreneur There may be some qualities these successful entrepreneurs have that bond them together — qualities not everyone possesses. Here are some I have observed in the preponderance of successful entrepreneurs I have met and/or worked with over the years.Mark Zweigwoman in a meetingMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives09/29/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/covid-19-arkansas-impact.phpCOVID-19 Economic Impact in ArkansasHealth measures are important to slow the spread of the virus, but they have immediate economic impacts on businesses across the state of Arkansas.Mervin Jebarajpeople with masksMervin Jebarajcbereconomicsresearch03/24/2020Mervin Jebaraj,cber,economics,researchConfessions of an Entrepreneur: Increasing Your Chances for Success in Your Own BusinessFailure and entrepreneurship don't have to be synonyms. Finding the right doorway to entrepreneurship (startup, buying a business, franchise) reduces your risk.Confessions of an Entrepreneur: Increasing Your Chances for Success in Your Own BusinessPage TitleMark ZweigMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives10/20/2021Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-future-business-travel.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: My Thoughts on Future Business TravelBusiness travel is way down. I don’t think it will be back for 10 years or more — that is if it ever comes back to where it was.Mark Zweigtravel in covidMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives12/08/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-getting-stuff-done-when-you-dont-have-to.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: Getting Stuff Done Even When You Don’t Have ToWhen you examine those who accomplish a great deal over their lifetimes, one thing is apparent. They get things done even when they don’t have to. Mark Zweigman climbing ladderMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives05/20/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-good-kinds-of-outside-investors.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: Good Kinds of Outside Investors for Your BusinessAnyone who knows me or who has read anything I have ever written knows I am a big fan of bootstrapping — i.e., avoiding any outside equity funding for a new startup.Mark ZweigConfessions of an Entrepreneur: Good Kinds of Outside Investors for Your BusinessMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives02/09/2021Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-keeping-business-going-and-growing.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: Keeping that Business You Started Going (and Growing)It takes a lot to keep a business running past the startup phase. Here are nine factors that help to keep businesses growing.Mark Zweigincreasing plot graphMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives03/11/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-leadership-lessons-learned.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: Leadership Lessons LearnedLeadership — the quality of it — is the special sauce that makes everything in the organization come together.Mark Zweigchess pawnsMark Zweigentrepreneurshipleadershipperspectives11/20/2019Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,leadership,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-ways-to-build-relationships.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: 5 Ways to Build RelationshipsThere are things you can do to build valuable relationships with your bosses, clients, customers, suppliers, regulators, teammates and subordinates, both inside and outside of your organization.Mark Zweigjigsaw puzzleMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives01/22/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-making-a-decision-to-stay-small.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: Making a Decision to Keep Your Business SmallWhichever way you go, you need to thoroughly understand the pros and cons as to how they relate to you. Mark ZweigTwo dogs; Confessions of an Entrepreneur: Making a Decision to Keep Your Business SmallMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives04/06/2021Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-you-need-a-good-business-partner.php Confessions of an Entrepreneur: You Need a Good Business Partner Pick your business partners carefully! It will either make you or break you. Mark Zweigtwo business people01/26/2021https://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-more-advice-for-new-startups.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: More Advice for New StartupsSince so many people ask him for advice on their startups, entrepreneur Mark Zweig provides his insights on hiring, legal setup, debt, marketing, and more.Mark Zweigimage of Mark ZweigMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives07/01/2021Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-you-shouldnt-have-to-kill-yourself.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: You Shouldn’t Have to Kill Yourself You may not be the next Elon Musk or Steve Jobs and that’s OK. You could actually be more “successful” than them — successful in life.Mark Zweigworklife balanceMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives10/13/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-necessity-opportunity.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: Necessity Is the Mother of Invention/Opportunity Is All Around UsTimes like the present – when so much of the economy is shutting down – will test all of us working in organizations, large and small.Mark Zweighome office room graphicMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives04/15/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-your-inner-entrepreneur.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: Your Inner EntrepreneurEntrepreneurs are kind of like artists. Every 7-year-old is an artist. But few 22-year-olds are. And most every 7-year-old is an entrepreneur too—selling lemonade or girl scout cookies. But few adults are. Somehow, along the path of life, we lose that entrepreneurial spirit.Mark ZweigConfessions of an Entrepreneur: Your Inner EntrepreneurMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives03/23/2021Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-new-business-off-the-ground.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: Actually Getting Your New Business Off the GroundBeing real entrepreneurs who earn a living from the businesses they create is a lot different from being coffee shop 'wantrepreneurs.' Mark Zweigdigital art of man in a chairMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives11/17/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-thoughts-on-strategy.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: Thoughts on StrategyDefining your strategies is not just an academic exercise, but it is something that can be crucial to your success..Mark Zweiggraphic image of peopleMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives02/12/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/entrepreneurial-mindset.phpWhat is The Entrepreneurial Mindset?Being an entrepreneur is a mindset, one that is not limited to business.Matthew Wallerentrepreneur wordentrepreneurshipmatt wallerperspectives08/12/2019entrepreneurship,matt waller,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-top-ten-predictions-18-months.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: My Top 10 Predictions for the Next 18 MonthsWhile I realize that none of us has been through a pandemic like the one we are currently experiencing with COVID-19 and the resulting worldwide economic slowdown, as entrepreneurs and small business owners, we have to look ahead.Mark Zweignetwork of peopleMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives04/29/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectivestrueConfessions of an Entrepreneur: Buying an Existing BusinessBuying an existing business is a good way to get into entrepreneurship. These tips will help you avoid common pitfalls as well as position yourself for success.Two men shaking hands over a business dealMark ZweigMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives05/05/2022Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/covid-19-where-do-we-go-from-here.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: Where Do We Go From Here?It’s hard to know where we go from here. Yet, the ability to accurately predict the future is essential to our ability to first survive, and second, succeed. Mark Zweigcurrency note with maskMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives05/27/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-of-an-entrepreneur.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur — Keeping Your Priorities StraightOvercommitment may be the way to make a lot of money but it is not necessarily the way to be happy.Mark Zweigmerry-go-roundMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives09/17/2019Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/covid-healthcare-supply-chains.phpCOVID-19’s Unique Impact on Healthcare Supply ChainsThe challenges that have emerged with the COVID-19 pandemic are unlike anything the healthcare supply chain has seen in our lifetimes.David DobrzykowskiCOVID-19’s Unique Impact on Healthcare Supply Chains04/17/2020https://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-older-entrepreneur.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: My Advice for Entrepreneurs Who are Getting OlderIf you own a business, the time flies and someday you will find yourself my age (or older). Things won’t be the same as they were when you started your business at 22 or 25 or 30 or 40. Mark Zweigolder entrepreneurMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives11/10/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-things-right-now.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: Things You Can Do Right NowNow is the time to work harder than ever and do everything we can to not go down.Mark Zweigvideo callMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives04/22/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/customer-centric-leadership.phpThe Path to Customer Centric LeadershipProcter & Gamble’s decision to open an office in Fayetteville, Arkansas, in 1987 was a seminal moment in the history of corporate retail, but it also became a catalyst for changes that, among many other things, have helped shape and transform the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas.Stephen Caldwellstephen caldwellAndy Murrayleadershipperspectivesstephen caldwell08/20/2020Andy Murray,leadership,perspectives,stephen caldwellhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-open-book-management-is-a-fantastic-tool-any-business-owner-can-use.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: Open Book Management is a Fantastic Tool Any Business Owner Can UseYou need to educate your people on why making a profit is essential and where that money goes. Mark ZweigConfessions of an Entrepreneur: Open Book Management is a Fantastic Tool Any Business Owner Can UseMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives03/09/2021Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/data-driven-economists.phpI Thank My Lucky Stars for Data-Driven EconomistsI’d like to take a moment to thank my lucky stars for economists. More specifically, the growing number of economists who specialize in big-data analytics.Stephen Caldwellbrain digital imagestephen caldwell12/05/2019stephen caldwellhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-outside-director.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: Why You Should Have Outside Directors NowOne thing that any company of any age, size, or type can do to help make them more successful is to either add outside directors to their board or add outside advisory (non-voting) board members to their board.Mark Zweigbusiness meetingMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives03/04/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-what-happens-as-you-get-older.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: What Happens as You Get OlderNever is there a better time to start your own business than now. You will need every bit of energy, enthusiasm and willingness to sacrifice to succeed. Do it while you are young.Mark Zweigbook with keyMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives06/03/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-parting-words-graduating-seniors.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: Parting Words for Graduating SeniorsThe first thing I want to say is, “Congratulations!” You should be proud of yourself. You have accomplished something important. It shows you can set a goal and do the work necessary to achieve it.Mark Zweig2020Mark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives05/06/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/domestic-freight-transportation-trends.phpDelivering Decisions: Response to Trends in Domestic Freight TransportationThe supply chain involves a wide range of business activities – transportation, customer service, inventory management, order processing, payments, warehousing, packaging, purchasing, and maintenance, to name few.Matthew Wallercargomatt wallerperspectivessupplychain08/05/2019matt waller,perspectives,supplychainhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-perceived-barriers.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: The Perceived Barriers to EntrepreneurshipI want my students — I want everyone, really — to understand that they all have the option of creating their own job. But too many of my students come into the class with the belief that starting a business would be nearly impossible for them. Mark Zweiggraphic image of man jumping over hurdlesMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives09/09/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-troubles.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: We’re in Trouble!It happens to many of us at some point—our business, our “baby,” the machine that feeds us—is struggling financially...Mark Zweigart of men in troubleMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives10/01/2019Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/dog-eat-dog-workplace.phpIt’s a Dog-Eat-Dog Workplace: Political Climate and Job PursuitDo you want your workplace to be “political?” If you checked your business’s reviews on glassdoor.com or vault.com, or even just on Facebook or Twitter, would you feel confident in the results?.Michael Adkison, Christopher C. Rosenchess moveschristopher c. rosenmichael adkisonorganizations and teamsresearch04/24/2020christopher c. rosen,michael adkison,organizations and teams,researchhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-positive-mental-atitude-in-spite-of-everything.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: How To Keep a Positive Mental Attitude in Spite of Everything! What’s going on inside your head will determine your success or failure.Mark Zweiggroup hifiMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives10/20/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-why-business-owners-wont-use-marketing.php Confessions of an Entrepreneur: Why Business Owners Won’t Use Marketing It has always baffled me how so many entrepreneurs and small business owners won’t use or don’t use marketing. Mark Zweigcamera recording12/15/2020https://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-professional-service-providers.phpConfessions of a Real Estate Entrepreneur: Dealing with Professional Service ProvidersI wanted to put out one more post on my best advice for dealing with the various professional service providers one has to deal with in the course of this business as well.Mark Zweighanding over keysMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives08/19/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/consider-an-executive-mba.php7 Reasons You Should Consider an Executive MBAWhether you want to switch careers, launch your own company, or move up in the organization where you already work, an executive MBA can provide the fuel for the journey.Matthew Wallerstationarymatt wallerperspectives06/14/2019matt waller,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-real-estate-investing.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: Real Estate Investing 101We never had a huge operation compared to some, but for most of each of the last 10 years or so we probably sold $5-10 million worth of properties annually through our design/build/development/property management company, Mark Zweig, Inc., and were pretty well-known in the area for doing high quality projects.Mark Zweighouse imageMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives07/29/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/continuous-improvement-efforts.phpBlazing a Path to Excellence, Professionalism, Innovation, CollegialityThe culture of the advising office has a long history of being steeped in our Walton College EPIC values—Excellence, Professionalism, Innovation, and Collegiality.Brian FugateclassroomBrian Fugateperspectives09/19/2019Brian Fugate,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-retail-business-today.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: If I Had a Retail Business Today...Through my work as a small business and entrepreneurship teacher at the Walton College, I have witnessed the owners of many of these businesses struggle to survive and make a profit.Mark Zweigtwo men figurinesMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives01/29/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/dean-wallers-vision.phpDean Waller's Vision of Walton CollegeThe vision of the Walton College is 'through our research, teaching, and service to be thought leaders and catalysts for transforming lives.'Matthew Wallercampus in fall seasonmatt wallerperspectives11/12/2018matt waller,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-sea-of-uncertainty.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: Operating in a Sea of UncertaintyNo one has a crystal ball that tells them the future. But by being smart and using every single resource at your disposal, you can — most likely — weather this storm. Mark Zweiggraphic of man in uncertaintyMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives09/16/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/entrepreneurship-mature-market.phpEntrepreneurship in a Mature MarketMost people starting businesses don’t come up with something entirely new, so they should be looking for a niche or gap in the market that they can fill..Mark ZweigpenguinsMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives10/09/2019Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-selling.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: What I Have Learned About SellingI really learned about selling when I got my first job out of grad school at 22 and went to work as the youngest employee of a small executive search and management consulting firm based in St. Louis.Mark Zweigblocks with arrowsMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives12/11/2019Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-use-debt-wisely.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: Using Debt WiselyAs someone who has started, owned, run and sold several high-growth businesses, I have plenty of experience with debt.Mark ZweigcalculatorMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives07/01/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-simple-business-ideas-lead-to-success.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: Simple Business Ideas That Will Lead to SuccessNot all business ideas are good. Not all of them can be used in every business. But here are a few simple strategies and tactics that I have employed over the years in my own businesses (as well as others) that I can say without question I would use again were I to start or acquire another business.Mark Zweigstars overs mobile phoneMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives06/10/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-thoughts-on-strategy-making-management-transition-real.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: Making Management Transition RealHow effectively your organization handles these critical transitions will greatly determine its long-term success.Mark Zweigmanagement discussionMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives02/19/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-sometimes-good-things-come-from-what-at-the-time-seems-like-bad.php Confessions of an Entrepreneur: Sometimes Good Comes from What Seems at the Time Like Bad Sure, there were all kinds of problems we (and I) had to overcome along the way, but in the end, we had accomplished everything we set out to do. Mark Zweigbar graph with increasing index01/05/2021https://walton.uark.edu/insights/digital-health-passes.phpDigital Health Passes: It’s Not the Technology but the Ecosystem That MattersThe next time you pack your passport to cross an international border (even the U.S.-Canada border), you may also be required to download a DHP to your phone that shows your coronavirus vaccination and/or a recent COVID-19 test result.Erran Carmel and Mary Lacitydigital confirmation of vaccination graphicErran CarmelMary Lacityemerging technologyresearch06/03/2021Erran Carmel,Mary Lacity,emerging technology,researchhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-start-business-young.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: The Best Time to Start a Business Is When You Are YoungYoung, old or middle-aged people each have the opportunity to start or buy a business that they can nurture and grow to create value that they can harvest upon exit — one of the primary distinctions of an entrepreneurial venture versus something that is just a small business.Mark Zweigyoung professionalsMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives06/17/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-why-i-love-mature-markets.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: Why I Love Mature MarketsMy contention has always been that allowing yourself to abandon that preconceived notion opens up a whole range of new opportunities.Mark ZweigConfessions of an Entrepreneur: Why I Love Mature MarketsMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives02/02/2021Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-what-happens-when-the-sale-of-your-business-doesnt-go-through.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: What Happens When the Sale of Your Business Doesn’t Go Through?I thought it might be interesting to review what happens when you, as a business owner or owners, embark on an external sale and the deal falls apart in the 11th hour.Mark Zweigdollar note graphicMark Zweigperspectives04/13/2021Mark Zweig,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/confessions-what-its-really-like-to-own-your-own-business.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: What it’s Really Like to Own Your Own BusinessWhen things are going well, business ownership can be incredibly rewarding. But when things aren’t going well, it can feel like you have a Titanic-size boat anchor chained around your neck.Mark Zweigwoman with open sign for storeMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives09/24/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectivesThe Gift of a Diverse Workforce: Corporate Philanthropy and the Employees Who Influence It11/08/2022Counting Calories: How Effective is Menu Calorie Labeling?Ever bought a meal despite knowing it's unhealthy? Scot Burton, colleagues examine why we ignore calorie information and choose unhealthy, high-calorie meals.Counting Calories: How Effective is Menu Calorie Labeling?Scot Burton, Michael AdkisonScot Burtonconsumer behaviormichael adkisonresearch09/17/2021Scot Burton,consumer behavior,michael adkison,researchhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/evolution-of-retail-formats-enhancing-customer-experience.phpCustomer-Centric Focus in the Evolution of Retail Formats: Win by Reducing Friction and Enhancing Customer ExperienceThe companies that successfully reduce fiction for customers and enhance their shopping experience will roll forward into the future.Dinesh GauriCustomer-Centric Focus in the Evolution of Retail Formats: Win by Reducing Friction and Enhancing Customer Experiencedinesh gaurimarketingresearchretail01/29/2021dinesh gauri,marketing,research,retailhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/covid-19-wake-up-call-for-supply-chain-management.phpCOVID-19: The Wake-Up Call for Supply Chain Management Supply chain management has played a critical role in the pandemic, coordinating shipments of life-saving PPE and medical devices to hospitals around the world – but not without complications. Improving the resilience of these supply chains by closing the gap between literature and practice will help us greatly when the next crisis comes around.Ryan Decker, Remko Van Hoekcovid analytics graphRemko Van Hoekresearchryan deckersupplychain10/16/2020Remko Van Hoek,research,ryan decker,supplychainEverything Must Go! Mutual Funds’ Role During Fire SalesWhile Zhang, Zhang, and Wang found that there is relatively less liquidity provision in the market during the Dodd-Frank era because of new regulatory constraints, the act of liquidity provision is still an important signal for investors as they vet fund managers.Everything Must Go! Mutual Funds’ Role During Fire SalesMitchell Simpson, Xinde ZhangMitchell SimpsonXinde Zhangfinanceresearch12/06/2021Mitchell Simpson,Xinde Zhang,finance,researchCreating a Supportive Work Environment for Autistic IndividualsAs more autistic adults enter the workforce than ever before, research reveals how managers can better support and retain neurodivergent employees.Black and white outlines of faces with one colorful silhouetteKaslyn Tidmore; Maira Ezerins, Christopher Rosen, and Lauren Simonmanagementresearch04/02/2024management,researchMaps and GlobesSeth Godin's analogy of maps & globes reminds us to think broadly, with context rather than deeply/narrowly, to consider general relevance plus specialization.Maps and GlobesStacey MasonStacey Masonleadershipperspectives11/22/2021Stacey Mason,leadership,perspectivesEmployers’ Social Engagement Motivates WorkersCompanies that focus on social responsibility appeal to the values of consumers and create trust. Read about how CSR also affects employee engagement.Group of people volunteering togetherJack Travis, Oleg Petrenko leadershiporganizations and teams11/14/2023leadership,organizations and teamshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/network-theory.php7 Ways Network Theory Is Reshaping Supply ChainBy applying network theory to the challenges of modern supply chains, we can better understand and manage the information and systems that move products from source to market.Marat Davletshinlogistics graphicMarat Davletshinresearchsupplychain02/25/2020Marat Davletshin,research,supplychainCulture, Controls, and Corporate Governance: Lessons from the FTX FiascoFTX collapse shows danger of fast growth without controls or integrity; lessons for us all on the importance of oversight, governance to sustain companies.Man watching a graph line go through the floorCindy Moehringleadershiptopfeatured12/19/2023leadership,topfeaturedhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/fighting-words-ceos-as-attackers-and-victims-of-attacks.phpThem’s Fightin’ Words: CEOs as Attackers and Victims of AttacksAt the end of the day, CEOs, employees, and the towns that support them, are all humans whose livelihoods are at stake.Jeff L. Wright, Jason Ridgegraphic image of two men rushing to workJason RidgeJeff L. Wrightresearchsevistrategy09/18/2020Jason Ridge,Jeff L. Wright,research,sevi,strategyhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/damage-control-when-are-bad-reviews-harmful.phpDamage Control: When Are Bad Reviews Harmful?In a world where reputation is everything, negative reviews can cause major harm.Ryan Decker, Dinesh Gaurireviews on mobileconsumer behaviordinesh gaurimarketingresearchryan decker10/02/2020consumer behavior,dinesh gauri,marketing,research,ryan deckerhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/endowing-a-department-benefits-the-department-college-and-society.php12 Ways Endowing a Department Benefits the Department, College and SocietyAll of these benefits to a department with a named endowment lead to better teaching, better research and better prepared graduates.Matt Wallerwalton buildingaccountingmatt wallerperspectives02/20/2020accounting,matt waller,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/data-driven-price-discrimination-a-lifeline-for-the-cruise-industry.phpData-Driven Price Discrimination: A Lifeline for the Cruise IndustryData-driven pricing and analytics strategies are on the rise and offer promising outcomes for many companies.Ryan Decker, Dinesh GauriData-Driven Price Discrimination: A Lifeline for the Cruise Industrydinesh gaurimarketingresearchryan decker02/05/2021dinesh gauri,marketing,research,ryan deckerhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/finance-students-learn-how-to-make-the-world-go-around.phpFinance Students Learn How to Make the World Go AroundWhat really makes the planet spin on its axis – metaphorically, of course – are the decisions people make when it comes to money. And that’s where an understanding of finance comes into the picture.Stephen Caldwellstudent thinking11/19/2020https://walton.uark.edu/insights/data-science-is-changing-supply-chain-management.phpIs Data Science a Fleeting Fad?Many new companies have been founded by applying data science, predictive analytics, and big data to supply chain management.Matt Wallerdashboardmatt wallerperspectivessupplychain01/23/2020matt waller,perspectives,supplychainhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/ensure-your-supply-chain-has-integrity.phpChild Labor and Corruption in the Congo. 2 Tips to Ensure Your Supply Chain Has IntegrityA full two-thirds of the world’s supply of cobalt is found in the Congo, and tech companies need it to make the lithium-ion batteries in phones, computers and almost every other rechargeable gadget.Cindy Moehringglobecindy moehringleadershipperspectivessupplychain07/08/2020cindy moehring,leadership,perspectives,supplychainhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/giving-up-control.phpGiving Up ControlIt’s about leaning in to the unknown and trusting in an outcome you can’t see or predict.Stacey MasonGiving Up ControlStacey Masonleadershipperspectives02/11/2021Stacey Mason,leadership,perspectivesDelivering the Right Message to the Right Shopper at the Right TimeCustomer communication is difficult to do properly. Find out what the latest research has to say about how companies can target and reach consumers. Retailer showing a customer a productEmilijia Sarma, Daniel Villanova Daniel VillanovaEmilijia Sarmamarketingresearch02/25/2022Daniel Villanova,Emilijia Sarma,marketing,researchDoes Tablet Usage in Patient Rooms Affect Physician Satisfaction?Integration of tablets in consultation rooms empowers physicians to facilitate real-time patient education and optimizes the decision-making process. Doctor with patient and patients mother looking at a tabletNabiha Khetani, Rajiv Sabherwal isysresearch10/31/2023isys,researchhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/petty-cybercrime.phpPetty Cybercrime: How Modern Store Checkout Condones ShopliftingUniversity of Arkansas professors John A. Aloysius and Viswanath Venkatesh have been studying the use of mobile technologies in shopping contexts for several years now. In their 2019 article “Shoplifting in mobile checkout settings: cybercrime in retail stores,” coauthored with a Ph.D. student, Ankur Arora, they analyze mobile checkout theft.Michael Adkison, John A. Aloysius, Viswanath Venkateshscanning barcodeJohn Aloysiusisysmichael adkisonresearch07/17/2020John Aloysius,isys,michael adkison,researchhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/digital-disruption-disaster-opportunity-accounting-professionals-decker-richardson.phpDigital Disruption: Disaster or Opportunity for Accounting ProfessionalsIs automation a threat for accountants? Automation has changed - and will continue to change the profession. This article describes how educators should respond.Ryan Deckeraccounting automation graphicaccountingresearchvern richardson07/30/2021accounting,research,vern richardsonhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/disabilities-inclusive-workplaces-combat-wheelchairs.phpWhat I Am About to Tell You”: Disabilities, Inclusive Workplaces and Combat Wheelchairs We can all start with the labels we use and discuss the unique challenges we all face, instead of just the disabilities that some of us face.Jeff L. Wright, Lauren Simon, Christopher C. Rosen wheel chairJeff L. WrightLauren Simonchristopher c. rosenmanagementresearch12/04/2020Jeff L. Wright,Lauren Simon,christopher c. rosen,management,researchExploring Leadership Characteristics in Family CEOsNew research examines how a family firm CEO's observable and psychological characteristics influence strategic choices and firm performance.photo of a man and wife, managing a restaurantNabiha Khetani; Oleg Petrenkoleadershipmanagementresearchtopfeatured05/14/2024leadership,management,research,topfeaturedhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/fight-fire-with-fire-cybersecurity.phpFight Fire with Fire: How Bug Bounty Programs Improve CybersecurityAs more and more companies rely on open-source software developers, crowdsourcing could help build security into software and focus on the prevention rather than the cure.Ryan Decker, Suresh Malladi, Hemang Subramaniancybersecurity lock graphicHemang SubramanianSuresh Malladiisysresearchryan decker06/25/2021Hemang Subramanian,Suresh Malladi,isys,research,ryan deckerDisclosure Disagreements: How Transparent Should Firms Be? Should firms disclose everything? Analyzing transparency in firm disclosure practices reveals links to clarity, increased scrutiny, and types of stakeholders.Animated photo of man giving a speech with analyticsMitchell Simpson, Jake Grandy researchsevistrategy06/14/2022research,sevi,strategyhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/economic-analytics-graduate-degree.phpEconomic Analytics Graduate Degree Fills Gap in Education To Meet an Urgent Marketplace Need The Master of Science in Economic Analytics is a recently created one-year program designed with training in both economics and cutting-edge data science, but without the heavy-lifting research and dissertation that comes with a doctorate.Stephen CaldwellEconomic Analytics Graduate Degree Fills Gap in Education To Meet an Urgent Marketplace NeedMaster of Economic Analyticseconomicsperspectivesstephen caldwell03/18/2021Master of Economic Analytics,economics,perspectives,stephen caldwellhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/for-the-love-of-reading-mason.phpFor the Love of ReadingLooking for thought-provoking, engaging reads this summer? Maybe something outside your wheelhouse? See what the Improv Lab's Stacey Mason recommends!Stacey Masonopened book graphicStacey Masonperspectives07/16/2021Stacey Mason,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/employee-engagement-is-the-wrong-question.phpEmployee Engagement Is the Wrong QuestionHappiness is an individual decision; a choice I make. And happiness begets engagement. Let’s get to the root of the discussion. What we need is for the human race to discover happiness.Stacey Masondifferent smileysStacey Masonleadershipperspectives10/15/2020Stacey Mason,leadership,perspectivesFuture-Proof Skill Building Want to become future-proof? Take Stacey's advice to stay curious, encounter new ideas often, and develop a higher level of intellectual adaptability.Future-Proof Skill BuildingStacey MasonStacey Masonleadershipperspectives08/18/2021Stacey Mason,leadership,perspectivesDisrupting Management: Adapting Leadership To Manage Major Supply Chain DisruptionsWhen disaster strikes your supply chain, what qualities can help leaders manage the disruption? Learn how decisive and adaptable leadership mitigates harm.Business man looking at a screen with cargo ship in the backgroundJack Travis, Iana Shaheen04/18/2023https://walton.uark.edu/insights/flagship-land-grant.phpHow Does Walton College Contribute to the Flagship and Land-Grant Status of the University of Arkansas?Walton College contributes to the flagship and land-grant status of the university in several different ways.Matthew Wallerwalton buildingmatt wallerperspectives02/04/2019matt waller,perspectivesDoes Solving Healthcare Staffing Shortages Start With Faculty Retention?Having a diverse, well-prepared nursing workforce starts with faculty recruitment & retention. How can administrators & recruiters increase their impact?Silhouette of a man burnt out in a hospital hallwayNabiha Khetani, Christopher Rosenorganizations and teamsresearch10/24/2023organizations and teams,researchPhraseologyWords have meaning and we should choose them carefully. These phrases will help you develop richer connectivity, truer exploration, and a shifting mindset.PhraseologyStacey MasonStacey Masonleadershipperspectives05/24/2022Stacey Mason,leadership,perspectivesDo You Trust What the Survey Says? Examining Data Quality on Online Crowdsourcing PlatformsCrowdsourced data is useful, but is it accurate? Learn what methods you can use to increase the reliability of data from platforms like Amazon MTurk. Two people taking a survey; Walton Insights Article: "Do You Trust What the Survey Says? Examining Data Quality on Online Crowdsourcing Platforms" by Jack Travis with research by Scot BurtonJack Travis, Scot Burtonconsumer behaviorresearch07/11/2023consumer behavior,researchEQ is the Game ChangerIf you only study one more thing in your life, please spend your energy developing greater EQ. EQ is a true game changer for those who foster it.Dice with the letters "E," "I" and "Q"Stacey Masonleadershipperspectives08/24/2023leadership,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/graduates-first-job.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: What New Graduates Should Do in Their First Job to Be SuccessfulStarting a new job is an exciting time. Increase your chances of success by following this new job guide.Mark Zweiggraphic image of letterMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives10/30/2019Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectivesFeel Like Sharing? How Emotion Affects Knowledge Seeking and Sharing Explore the connection between successful knowledge management strategies and how employees feel about the information they encounter at work.People talking in a group setting; Walton Insights Article: "Feel Like Sharing? How Emotion Affects Knowledge Seeking and Sharing" by Jack Travis with research by Rajiv SabherwalJack Travis, Rajiv Sabherwal isysresearch08/08/2023isys,researchFinding Innovation and Transformation in Northwest ArkansasA thread of innovation and transformation runs through Steve Nelson’s career, and that bodes well for Northwest Arkansas.northwest arkansas architectureStephen Caldwellleadershipperspectivespodcast03/02/2022leadership,perspectives,podcastFinding the Right Fit: How Customers Choose Whether to Shop Online or In-Store E-commerce-savvy fashion retailers can create successful marketing strategies by varying the products they feature online vs. offline.In store versus onlineSarah Browning Meyerowich, Gonca Soysalconsumer behaviormarketingresearch09/14/2022consumer behavior,marketing,research5 Essential Tips for Whistleblowers: What You Need to KnowIts successful whistleblower program plays an important role in the SEC's mission to protect investors, maintain fair markets, and facilitate capital formation.2D Sketch of silhouettes, one of which is blowing a whistle; Walton Insights Article: "5 Essential Tips for Whistleblowers: What You Need to Know" by Cindy MoehringCindy Moehringleadership05/30/2023leadershipFive Takeaways From the 2022 Walton MBA ShowcaseThe 2022 Walton MBA Alumni Showcase included wisdom from Presidents & CEOs of prominent companies like Saatchi & Saatchi X, ArcBest, J.B. Hunt, Walmart, & more.Walton College Dean Matt Waller and Walmart CEO Doug McMillon during a fireside chat-style conversation at the 2022 Walton MBA Showcase.Helen Woodham, Gracie Crainperspectivesstudent success12/14/2022perspectives,student successhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/higher-education-for-business-is-not-broken.phpHigher Education for Business is NOT BrokenIt’s popular these days to bash higher education. All you hear about is the high cost of it and the excessive debt that students take on to get “useless” degrees. And then there is plenty of criticism for how we teach it. Some say the system is completely broken.Mark Zweiggraduation capMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives04/08/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/flying-in-formation-goals-for-teamwork-in-business.phpFlying in Formation: Citizenship, Prosocial Behaviors, and Goals for Teamwork in BusinessManagers should look at these operational citizenship behaviors and utilize those social resources to see where they can grow that citizenship within the team and increase appeal to the individual members.Jeff L. Wright, Adam C. Stoverinkgraphic image of office roomJeff L. Wrightadam stoverinkleadershipresearch10/08/2020Jeff L. Wright,adam stoverink,leadership,researchHow Collaboration Is Revolutionizing Higher EducationAs market forces continue to affect higher education, collaborating with industry leaders to produce and distribute content is an innovative path forward.Female leader speaking to a medium sized room of peopleStephen Caldwellperspectivespodcaststudent success10/04/2022perspectives,podcast,student successFood Banks: The New Hub for Innovation PracticesIn times of resource scarcity and disruption, food banks and other humanitarian organizations turn to innovation to increase efficiency and attract new donors.Women speaking together at a food bankNabiha Khetani, Iana Shaheenresearchsupplychain09/26/2023research,supplychainHow Culture and Values Shape the Path to Global SuccessSuccessful global growth strategies requires universally shared ethical values communicated in locally relevant ways that resonate with local stakeholders.Group of people in a circle around a map with the BILI logo in the cornerCindy Moehringleadershipperspectives11/10/2023leadership,perspectivesFrom Homemade Sign to Supply Chain Superstar Read about the latest star in the field of supply chain management and see how the University of Arkansas has used the opportunity to reach and teach. From Homemade Sign to Supply Chain Superstar Stephen Caldwellperspectivesstephen caldwellsupplychain01/06/2022perspectives,stephen caldwell,supplychainhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/heres-why-industry-and-business-colleges-need-each-other-to-survive.phpHere’s Why Industry and Business Colleges Need Each Other to SurviveUniversities, and business schools in particular, face more tension than ever between long-held commitments to reward deep, theoretical research and the need to educate agile, nimble students who can thrive in the workforce.Stephen Caldwellexecutive and student imageleadershipperspectivesstephen caldwell05/20/2021leadership,perspectives,stephen caldwellhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/generosity-is-key-how-should-corporations-market-social-causes.phpGenerosity is Key: How Should Corporations Market Social Causes?It's not just virtue signaling. Taking a stand on social issues is a sound business practice that resonates with consumers and improves company's bottom lines.Michael Adkisonpurpose driven consumers graphicAntastasia ThyroffMolly RapertSarah Graceconsumer behaviormarketingresearch07/23/2021Antastasia Thyroff,Molly Rapert,Sarah Grace,consumer behavior,marketing,researchGetting the Message Across In times of flux and confusion, clear communication is of utmost importance. Find out how businesses can reach their patrons through effective messaging.A "Clean & Safe" sign with a checkmark being set on a table. Abbi Ross, Garrett Rybak, Alicia Johnson, Scot BurtonAlicia M. JohnsonGarrett RybakScot Burtonconsumer behaviormarketingresearch04/12/2022Alicia M. Johnson,Garrett Rybak,Scot Burton,consumer behavior,marketing,researchGift Giving May Be Easier Than You Think Learn how assumptions about materialism and usefulness affect your choices. Self-serving bias can influence anything from retail strategy to the gifts you buy.A woman holding a gift in her hands; Article: "Gift Giving May Be Easier Than You Think" by Mitchell Simpson with research by Daniel VillanovaMitchell Simpson, Daniel Villanova marketingresearch06/20/2023marketing,researchhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/historical-loss-stress-test-covid-community-banks.phpCOVID-19’s Unique Impact on Healthcare Supply ChainsTimes of crisis often need to be contextualized – that’s why you have likely seen news articles comparing the financial fallout of COVID-19 against other crises: the Great Recession of a decade ago, Black Monday of 1987 and even the Great Depression.Michael Adkison, Tim Yeagercorona virusTim Yeagerfinancemichael adkisonresearch04/17/2020Tim Yeager,finance,michael adkison,researchGoing Beyond the 10 Rules: Revisiting Sam Walton’s Legacy Sam Walton's leadership legacy goes beyond his 10 rules. His life story, willingness to break his rules, & the core principles behind them can teach us.Black and white image of Sam Walton in front of a Walmart signStephen Caldwellleadershipperspectives11/16/2023leadership,perspectivesPast the Numbers: How Data Scientists Create Solutions from InformationData scientists play key roles in helping organizations solve problems. Learn more about how Arkansas's data science program innovatively prepares its students.businesswomen using advance technology hologram computer display business information dataJack Travisperspectivesstudent success10/25/2022perspectives,student successGoliath vs. Goliath: Amazon and Walmart Battle it OutAs more and more of our lives become digital, competition between online and offline retailers will intensify. Find out who has the upperhand and why.Amazon and Walmart shipping boxes on a porch Mitchell Simpson, Dinesh GuariMitchell Simpsondinesh gaurimarketingresearch12/10/2021Mitchell Simpson,dinesh gauri,marketing,researchhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/green-technology-influences-carrier-selection.phpStudy Shows How Green Technology Influences Carrier SelectionThe demand for environmental sustainability is high enough that shippers will choose carriers who use green weigh station and tollbooth bypass technology in their trucks, even when those carriers charge slightly more than their less environmentally friendly competitors.Ron Gordon, Rod Thomasroad signRodney ThomasRon Gordonresearchsupplychain04/10/2020Rodney Thomas,Ron Gordon,research,supplychainHow Parents Can Help Students SucceedHow can you support your child throughout their college experience? Read some practical tips on parenting to help your relationship prosper no matter what.Parents helping their daughter relocate, perhaps into an apartment or college dorm. The young woman is in the foreground smiling at the camera, carrying a backpack and basket filled with her belongings.Stephen Caldwellperspectivesstudent success11/15/2022perspectives,student successHappiness Begets Engagement Conversations about employee engagement often focus on many factors, but what roles does happiness play? Happipness can - and often does - beget happiness.Yellow smiley face in a white frame on a blue backgroundStacey Masonleadershipperspectives11/09/2023leadership,perspectivesHelping Older Workers Thrive: Managing the Effects of Technological Interruptions Technostress affects all workers, but older workers feel it more profoundly; how can employers develop strategies to mediate these effects for older workers?Young male helping older female coworker work on computerMitchell Simpson, Varun Grover isysleadershipresearch07/12/2022isys,leadership,researchHarnessing the Power of Generative AI: Opportunities, Risks, and ResponsibilitiesGenerative AI tools like ChatGPT, Bard, and DALL-E are disrupting the business world. How can leaders optimize this technology while keeping ethical guidelines?Computer illustration with AI bots - Walton Insights Article: "Harnessing the Power of Generative AI: Opportunities, Risks, and Responsibilities" by Cindy MoehringCindy Moehringleadershipperspectives06/30/2023leadership,perspectivesHelping Remote Employees Thrive: Building Resilient Virtual TeamsIncreasing your virtual team's resiliency & performance isn't something you can delay. This articles' strategies will help you retain & leverage top talentHelping Remote Employees Thrive: Building Resilient Virtual TeamsAdam Stoverink, Sara HolmSara Holmadam stoverinkorganizations and teamsresearch09/29/2021Sara Holm,adam stoverink,organizations and teams,researchHealthful or Not-so-healthful: Consumers React to Ultra-processed FoodsHow much do health labels matter when selecting the food we eat? Research shows how graphics and word choice influence consumers in supermarket selections.this is our descriptionMitchell Simpson; Scot Burton consumer behaviormarketingresearch06/11/2024consumer behavior,marketing,researchHow a Product Management Guild is Serving NWA A local product management guild provides invaluable training and mentoring to product managers, promoting vendor-neutral approaches and industry best practices Team of young professionals in a meetingStephen Caldwellleadershipperspectivespodcaststephen caldwell04/14/2022leadership,perspectives,podcast,stephen caldwellHelping Disaster Relief Employees Navigate TraumaDisaster relief workers deal with demanding, traumatic work environments; supervisor support & collaborative, synchronized organizations help immensely.Woman looking out with a wildfire in the backgroundAlyssa Riley; Iana Shaheen and David Dobryzkowskiresearchsupplychain04/23/2024research,supplychainhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/higher-ed-practice-innovation.phpHow Higher Ed Can Practice the Innovation It TeachesThe McMillon Innovation Studio...has a brief but interesting history at the University of Arkansas that in some ways runs counter to traditional higher education norms but in every way is beholden to the fundamental concepts of innovation.Stephen Caldwellinnovative classroomentrepreneurshipin the classroomperspectivesstephen caldwellstudent success01/16/2020entrepreneurship,in the classroom,perspectives,stephen caldwell,student successhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/in-the-age-of-me-too.phpWhy You Should Listen to Your Inner Voice, And to Others, in the Age of #metooThe #metoo movement is a practical way of thinking about one of the six principles for the practice of business ethics – respect everyone’s autonomy.Cindy Moehringwomen protestingcindy moehringleadershipperspectives06/25/2020cindy moehring,leadership,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/information-expire.phpThanks for the Information. When Does it Expire?Although it is just a date and string of other numbers, a “Sell By” date matters to grocery shoppers and affects their purchasing decisions.Jeff L. Wright, Brian Fugategraphic image of floppy diskBrian FugateJeff L. Wrightresearchsupplychain12/20/2019Brian Fugate,Jeff L. Wright,research,supplychainHow a Walk in the Woods Led to a Career in SustainabilityCan you make a career out of introspection? Probably not. Can you make introspection an essential part of your career? Absolutely. Ammen Jordan discusses why.How a Walk in the Woods Led to a Career in SustainabilityStephen Caldwellleadershipperspectivespodcaststephen caldwell01/12/2022leadership,perspectives,podcast,stephen caldwellHow Businesses Can Fight the Growing Trend of Child Labor AbuseWhat can businesses do to fight child labor abuse? Cindy Moehring provides five proactive steps businesses can take to address this core ethical issue.Piece of ripped paper with words "Child Labor" on the piecesCindy Moehringleadershipperspectives04/27/2023leadership,perspectivesHow Can Students Make the Most of Their Internships? Try These Six StepsHow exactly does one become a social media influencer? See the six steps Rachel Mooreland took during her internship experience to get into influencer marketing.How Can Students Make the Most of Their Internships? Try These Six StepsStephen Caldwellperspectivesstephen caldwellstudent success10/04/2021perspectives,stephen caldwell,student successHow ‘Relating’ Drives Success in LeadershipBusiness professionals talk conversation, networking, and motivation. Learn how to relating to people can help drive success and progress in your organization.A group of six professionals gathered together; Walton Insights Article: "How ‘Relating’ Drives Success in Leadership" by Stephen CaldwellStephen Caldwellleadershipperspectives07/06/2023leadership,perspectivesHow Consumers Are Swayed by Products’ Nutrient Content and Processing ClaimsClean label package claims increasingly matter to consumers. But can a lack of regulation or clear definitions mislead consumers or lead to unverifiable claims?How Consumers Are Swayed by Products’ Nutrient Content and Processing ClaimsLucas Cuni-Mertz, Garrett Rybak, Scot Burton, Alicia M. JohnsonAlicia M. JohnsonGarrett RybakScot Burtonlucas cuni-mertzresearch11/15/2021Alicia M. Johnson,Garrett Rybak,Scot Burton,lucas cuni-mertz,researchHow Firms Can Make the Most Out of Consumer DataThere is more to data than passively collecting bytes and bits. Learn what steps can be taken to ensure that it works to the greatest benefit of the company. How Firms Can Make the Most Out of Consumer DataLucas Cuni-Mertz, Jialie ChenJialie Chenlucas cuni-mertzmarketingresearchretail12/03/2021Jialie Chen,lucas cuni-mertz,marketing,research,retailHow Personality and Occupation InteractIs conscientiousness key to job performance? Read about the relationship between psychology's Big Five personality traits and your career path.Office Meeting in Conference Room: Specialist with Short Pink Hair Talks about Firm Strategy with Diverse Team of Professional Businesspeople.Mitchell Simpson, Michael WilmotDepartment of Managementleadership11/29/2022Department of Management,leadershiphttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/if-you-give-a-shopper-a-shipping-fee.phpIf You Give A Shopper a Shipping Fee: The Logic Behind LogisticsOnline shoppers want their cake and to eat it, too; they want premiere logistics services, but they don’t want to pay for it.Michael Adkison, Brian S. Fugate, Brent D. Williamsdelivery boxesBrent WilliamsBrian Fugateconsumer behaviormichael adkisonresearchsupplychain08/28/2020Brent Williams,Brian Fugate,consumer behavior,michael adkison,research,supplychainhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/importance-of-proper-pricing.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: The Importance of Proper PricingPricing of whatever you sell is so crucial to your success, yet rarely given the attention or scrutiny that it deserves. Here are a few of my thoughts and observations on this subject.Mark Zweigprice indexMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives01/08/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectivesHow Geographic Company Connections Shielded Executives from Stock Market Losses during COVIDIn the right place at the right time? Learn how early access to COVID-19 news allowed executives with connections in China to protect their assets.Covid-19 virus structure impacting the economy Mitchell Simpson, Erin Henry, Caleb Rawsonaccountingresearch03/14/2023accounting,researchHow Maracas, 15-Minute Meetings, and a Product Mindset Strengthened Our Team: Three Tips for Using Product Management in Your OfficeEver wonder if a different approach would energize a team? Same here - these product mindset and product management changes have helped us have better meetings.How Maracas, 15-Minute Meetings, and a Product Mindset Strengthened Our Team: Three Tips for Using Product Management in Your OfficeRon Gordon, Brent WilliamsBrent WilliamsRon Gordonresearchsupplychain10/22/2021Brent Williams,Ron Gordon,research,supplychainHow Trust Pays Off for Business LeadersWhy should leaders care about trust in their organizations? Learn about the practical and personal benefits of building trust with relevant stakeholders.Handshake demonstrating financial trust; Article: "How Trust Pays Off for Business Leaders," by Stephen CaldwellStephen Caldwellleadershipperspectives06/27/2023leadership,perspectivesHow Geographic Company Connections Shielded Executives From Stock Market Losses During COVIDMitchell Simpson, Erin Henry, Caleb Rawson03/14/2023https://walton.uark.edu/insights/how-to-get-your-business-into-the-nil-game.phpHow To Get Your Business Into the Name, Image, and Likeness GamePage TitleDo you want to get your business into the NIL game? Stephen Caldwell explains the various rules, regulations, and best practices for NIL and businesses.Stephen CaldwellFootball players NILperspectivesstephen caldwell08/06/2021perspectives,stephen caldwellHow Global Gender Norms Affect Financial Markets in a CrisisPromoting gender equality boosts financial participation; countries with positive attitudes on women's rights had smaller stock market losses during COVID.A woman leading a meetingAlyssa Riley; Dobrina Jandikfinanceresearchtopfeatured03/05/2024finance,research,topfeaturedHow to Help Students Navigate Ambiguity and UncertaintyThe world is changing faster and more frequently than ever before. Find out how we can help students learn to navigate and find their place in it. Female student sitting at computer Emilija Sarma, Molly RapertEmilijia SarmaMolly Rapertmarketingresearchstudent success03/17/2022Emilijia Sarma,Molly Rapert,marketing,research,student successHow Healthcare Apps Can Help or Hinder Behavior ChangeWant patients to have make healthier choices? There's an app for that. But is it the right app? Improving app UX may help patients more than expected.Two people working on their phones with different behaviorsMitchell Simpson; Parvin Hashemi and Rajiv Sabherwalisysresearch04/16/2024isys,researchHow the Market Responds to Legislator Stock Purchases Is it insider trading when legislators buy stocks? Read on whether or not legislators regularly beat the market, abnormal returns, and legislators as investors.Blindfolded statue holding a balance scaleMitchell Simpson, Jason Ridge, Roary Sniderleadershipresearch03/28/2023leadership,researchHow High School Students Can Prepare for Success in the Walton CollegeThe transition from high school to college can be tough, but forethought and good habits can set students up for success in academia and beyond.Students with masks sitting in classStephen Caldwellperspectivesstephen caldwellstudent success02/16/2022perspectives,stephen caldwell,student successhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/how-hospital-governance-impacts-performance.php Under Pressure: How Hospital Governance Impacts Performance As hospitals face unprecedented challenges, hospital managers and physicians now more than ever must work together to improve operational efficiency and patient satisfaction. Ryan Decker, David Dobryzkowskistethoscope and analytics12/18/2020https://walton.uark.edu/insights/retail-strategy.phpRetail Strategy for the 2020s: Brick-and-Mortar and E-CommerceWhile it is too early to tell what channel strategies will succeed over the next few years...research helps better understand what ways brick-and-mortar stores contribute to consumer loyalty.Ryan Sheets, Gonca Soysalonline shoppingGonca SoysalRyan Sheetsresearchretail08/19/2019Gonca Soysal,Ryan Sheets,research,retailHow the Pandemic Altered Mobile App UsageThe research found that after the pandemic, those who lacked relatedness browsed much more frequently and sourced both more information and materials.a woman uses a mobile device, while nearby a gigantic monster virus is about to attack her.Nabiha Khetani, research by Varun Groverisysresearchtopfeatured05/22/2024isys,research,topfeaturedHow Human Is Too Human? How Human-like AI Affects Our Sense of Humanness From consumer behavior to interpersonal relationships, artificial intelligence has changed our lives beyond measure. Scholars explore the effects of its use.Man looking at AI version of himself Emilija Sarma, Mary LacityEmilijia SarmaMary Lacityconsumer behaviorisys01/21/2022Emilijia Sarma,Mary Lacity,consumer behavior,isysIntrinsic Interest in IT We know there's a gender disparity in STEM fields. Can we facilitate diversity by using an empathizing-systemizing model to evaluate interest in technology?Information technology employees gather around a table to collaborateMitchell Simpson, Zachary Steelemanisysresearch01/24/2023isys,researchHow Speaking Up Can Be Your Business Superpower Set a tone, and create a culture that can address challenges.raised handsCindy Moehring leadershipperspectives09/09/2022leadership,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/john-h-johnson-advice.phpAdvice on How to Succeed from John H. JohnsonJohnson said that the key to success is creativity and persistence.Matthew Wallerjohn johnsonmatt wallerperspectives12/28/2018matt waller,perspectivesHow Information Volume and Member Characteristics Affect Group Decision MakingMore information helps, but only to a point; in groups, how much info helps decision making? At what point does info become counterproductive for members?Group of people sitting at a table measuring data and analyticsMitchell Simpson, Jeff Mullins, Rajiv Sabherwalisysresearch11/07/2023isys,researchHow to Apply for Scholarships and Housing in the Walton College Financial troubles are the last thing students and families want to worry about. Find out where and how you can apply for scholarships.to ease the burden.How to Apply for Scholarships and Housing in the Walton College Stephen Caldwellperspectivesstephen caldwell02/08/2022perspectives,stephen caldwellHow Innovative Brands Can Build Stronger Relationships With ConsumersInnovation is key to developing a strong and loyal customer base. Branding is equally important. Learn how leveraging both can strengthen consumer relationships.Brand attracting reactions through social mediaSara Holm, Gonca SoysalGonca SoysalSara Holmconsumer behaviormarketingresearch02/18/2022Gonca Soysal,Sara Holm,consumer behavior,marketing,researchhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/how-technology-is-shaping-retail.phpHow Technology Is Reshaping Retail Marketing The companies that successfully reduce fiction for customers and enhance their shopping experience will roll forward into the future. Dinesh GauriHow Technology Is Reshaping Retail Marketing dinesh gauriresearchretail04/02/2021dinesh gauri,research,retailhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/increase-engagement-with-students.phpIncreasing Engagement with Students in This Post-COVID-19 EnvironmentFor those of us who teach at the university level, how we can increase student engagement when we may never even physically see our students is something we are all thinking about.Mark Zweigonline classMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectivesstudent success09/02/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectives,student successHow the Sex and Physical Attractiveness of Newcomers Affects Team Members’ BehaviorsOur perceptions of each other can drastically affect how we work together and behave toward one another. Find out how in the latest research on the topic.Coworkers talking at workLucas Cuni-Mertz, Oleg PetrenkoOleg V. Petrenkolucas cuni-mertzorganizations and teamsresearch01/14/2022Oleg V. Petrenko,lucas cuni-mertz,organizations and teams,researchHow to Integrate Ethics: Building the Business Integrity Leadership Initiative at Walton College Founder & Executive Chair Cindy Moehring outlines how the Business Integrity Leadership Initiative has accomplished so much in just a few years. Red arrows in various configurations with text that reads "Business Integrity Leadership Initiative at the Sam M. Walton College of Business, University of Arkansas; Article: "How to Integrate Ethics: Building the Business Integrity Leadership Initiative at Walton College"Cindy Moehringleadershipperspectives07/31/2023leadership,perspectivesIntermodal Provides a Greener Option for Freight, but Barriers Remain Intermodal transportation is environmentally promising, but infrastructure, competition, regulatory, and network efficiency barriers still remain.Intermodal Substitution Truck; Walton Insights Article: Intermodal Provides a Greener Option for Freight, but Barriers RemainMatt Waller and Andrew Balthorpresearchsupplychain07/07/2023research,supplychainMy Nontraditional MBA PathMBA programs have changed in recent years. As current Walton MBA student Sydney Combs demonstrates, there are multiple paths applicants can take.Women pondering a path the leads to her MBASydney Combsperspectivesstudent success11/30/2023perspectives,student successHow’d That Get in My Cart? How Recommendations and Discounts Affect Online Shoppers’ Trust and Purchase Decisions Sometimes the way to a shopper's heart is a good recommendation. Read this article to see the effects product recommendations can have on consumer trust.How’d That Get in My Cart? How Recommendations and Discounts Affect Online Shoppers’ Trust and Purchase Decisions Emilija Sarma, John AloysiusEmilijia SarmaJohn Aloysiusresearchsupplychain01/10/2022Emilijia Sarma,John Aloysius,research,supplychainInternational Internships Found New Life, High Impact During the Pandemic Much of student success involves working with what you've got. Find out how the U of A's virtual internships gave new life to a service affected by the pandemic.Student using computer to engage in activities Stephen Caldwellperspectivesstudent success03/31/2022perspectives,student successHuman Capital, Part 1 - The Value of Supplementing Your Education With ExperiencesHow can college students develop professional experience while focusing on education? Find out how study abroad, internships, and experiential courses can help.Students studying together in front of a clock tower.Stephen Caldwellperspectivespodcaststudent success09/06/2022perspectives,podcast,student successhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/my-business-degrees.phpWhy I’m Glad I Got My Business DegreesI still believe nearly everyone — no matter their background, interests or future profession or vocation — would be better off with a business degree.Mark Zweigmba degreeMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives12/04/2019Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/molly-rapert-profile.phpMolly Rapert: Alumna, Professor and Parent of Students in the Walton CollegeWant to learn valuable marketing concepts that will help you succeed in your career? Want a professor who will care about you? Then take Marketing Management from associate professor Molly Rapert.Matthew Wallermolly rapertMolly Rapertmatt wallerperspectives01/10/2019Molly Rapert,matt waller,perspectivestrueInvesting in Each Other: Equity Crowdfunding 101Equity crowdfunding creates new opportunities for both investors and founders. Far more people can get involved in meaningful - and local/regional - investing.Smiling couple shaking hands with a businesswoman Cash Acreyfinanceimpact-investingresearch05/03/2022finance,impact-investing,researchhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/popcorn-to-popups.phpFrom Popcorn to Pop-upsAs a land-grant and flagship institution, the University of Arkansas and the Walton College are committed to engaging with all of Arkansas. Business challenges, ideas and concepts aren’t limited to publicly traded entities or even small for-profit businesses.Blythe Egglestoncasual discussionBlythe Egglestonperspectives01/10/2020Blythe Eggleston,perspectivesHuman Capital, Part 2 - How Higher Education Can Develop Your Human CapitalWork experience isn't the only valid measure when it comes to career advancement. Higher ed can help professionals continue to develop throughout their careers.Two people reading through notebooksStephen Caldwellperspectivespodcaststudent success09/20/2022perspectives,podcast,student successhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/hypercompetitive-world-of-omnichannel-retail.phpThe Hypercompetitive World of Omnichannel RetailThe brands that best use technology to serve their customers’ needs are the brands that will thrive.Dinesh Gauriimage of Dinesh Gauridinesh gaurimarketingresearchretail11/06/2020dinesh gauri,marketing,research,retailIt’s Time To Take a Fresh Look at Some ClassicsWalking down well-worn paths can often give rise to new insights. That idea animates our new series, which revisits "classic" business & leadership books.Person reading in the foreground with old books in the backgroundStephen Caldwellleadershipperspectives10/05/2023leadership,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/impact-of-information-disclosure-programs.phpThanks for the Information. When Does it Expire?Information Disclosure Programs provide great information to consumers, but often present challenges for supply chain managers. The pressures and effects were the subject of a research project by Walton College professors.Jeff L. Wright, Jason W. Miller, Brian S. Fugate, Susan L. Golicicgraphic image of man Brian FugateJeff L. Wrightresearchsupplychain01/24/2020Brian Fugate,Jeff L. Wright,research,supplychainhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/improv-advice-in-translation.phpImprov Advice in TranslationI have found that most advice is worthy of thorough examination. Often advice pertaining to one discipline – with just a bit of translation – has meaning in other disciplines.Stacey MasonstageStacey Masonleadershipperspectives08/27/2020Stacey Mason,leadership,perspectivesIs Simpler Better? For Bar Graphs, Yes.Bar graphs are not made equal; subtle display differences can change how consumers interpret the relative positivity of online reviews.Multi-colored bar graphMitchell Simpson; Javad Mousavimarketingresearch04/09/2024marketing,researchIn Case You Missed It: Our Top Consumer Behavior ArticlesDid you buy that product because you heard about it on TikTok? Does it seem to affirm your identity? Find out more from our top articles on consumer behavior.In Case You Missed It: Our Top Consumer Behavior Articles (Image Text: "TikTok Famous CPG Brands: How Social Media Influencers Impact Retail Sales"; "Clean & Safe")Stephen Caldwellconsumer behaviorperspectives07/07/2022consumer behavior,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/jonathon-schilling-spotlight.phpAlumni Spotlight: Jonathon SchillingJonathon is from the St. Louis, Missouri, area, in a region where he was surrounded by excellent universities and outstanding colleges of business. Matthew Wallerjonathan schillingJonathon Schillingmatt wallerperspectives05/01/2019Jonathon Schilling,matt waller,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/journey-toward-empathy.phpA Journey Toward EmpathyThe journey toward becoming a more innovative organization (or individual) requires opening yourself up to a deep understanding of the people you identify as users or customers. Jessica Salmonfriends talkingJessica Salmonentrepreneurshiporganizations and teamsperspectives03/13/2020Jessica Salmon,entrepreneurship,organizations and teams,perspectivesIn Case You Missed It: Our Top Marketing ArticlesThe pandemic changed everything about how marketers gain traction with their audiences. Read more from this year's top marketing articles.Drawing of marketing strategyStephen Caldwellmarketingperspectives07/14/2022marketing,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/linkedin-enhances-leadership.php7 Ways Using LinkedIn Enhances LeadershipLinkedIn has established itself as the social media platform of choice for executives, but choosing the platform and using the platform effectively are two very different things.Matt Wallerlinkedin loginleadershipmatt wallerperspectives01/09/2020leadership,matt waller,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/increase-trust-with-stakeholders.phpHere’s How to Increase Trust with StakeholdersThis year’s Edelman trust barometer reveals that despite a strong global economy and near full employment, none of the four main societal institutions scored high enough to be considered trusted. None of them.Cindy Moehringgraphic image of man trying to climbcindy moehringleadershipperspectives06/04/2020cindy moehring,leadership,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/living-up-to-your-obligations.phpWhy Living Up to Your Obligations Matters and Three Tips for Doing it EffectivelyA company’s commitment to honor its contract terms – explicit and implicit – is one of the six principles for practicing business ethics effectively.Cindy Moehringworld map with flight routescindy moehringleadershipperspectives07/02/2020cindy moehring,leadership,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/loosening-the-reins.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: Starting as a Control Freak but Eventually Loosening the ReinsWhen a company grows beyond your ability to be personally involved in everything.Mark Zweigdigital art of peopleMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives10/16/2019Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectivesInformation Asymmetry and IPOsWhen companies go public, is it beneficial to disclose more information to investors? Research on ownership concentration and IPOs could guide your strategy.Cropped shot of businessman greeting a young professional around the table in office. Close up of business people shaking hands in office.Mitchell Simpson, Oleg PetrenkoDepartment of Managementmanagementresearch11/01/2022Department of Management,management,researchhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/information-systems-connecting-technology-to-business.phpInformation Systems: Connecting Technology to Business Students who earn a degree in information systems take what they learn and apply it in jobs with all types of titles, from analysts to database administrators, to leaders on IT teams.Stephen Caldwellmen in technologyisysperspectivesstephen caldwell10/29/2020isys,perspectives,stephen caldwellIs Scarcity the Mother of Innovation? Nonprofits’ Response to the Pandemic Necessity's the mother of invention, but is scarcity the mother of innovation? Hunger relief NFPs' response to dire operating circumstances prove it is.Woman shopping from empty grocery store shelves Miranda Stith, Iana Shaheenresearchsupplychain07/19/2022research,supplychainhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/innovation-and-entrepreneurship-no-same-old-same-old-degree.phpInnovation and Entrepreneurship: No Same-Old, Same-Old DegreeThe program is unique in that it caters to students who don’t want to wait for graduation to start their venture or work on innovative projects. Many, in fact, use class projects and competitions as a launching pad for starting a business while still in college.Stephen Caldwellstudents attending seminarperspectivessevistephen caldwell12/10/2020perspectives,sevi,stephen caldwellhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/keeping-up-with-clusters.phpKeeping Up with the ClustersA business cluster is a concentration of companies designed for innovation. Often, these businesses interact with each other, bringing specialization, research and entrepreneurship to the cluster.Michael Adkisonsilicon valley graphicRaja Kalieconomicsmichael adkisonresearch01/17/2020Raja Kali,economics,michael adkison,researchhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/integrity-crisis-one-simple-thing-you-can-do.phpThe Integrity Crisis and One Simple Thing You Can Do About ItThe lines between right and wrong have been blurred, leaders’ actions are not matching their words, and accountability is lacking.Cindy Moehringman walking on ropecindy moehringleadershipperspectives03/10/2020cindy moehring,leadership,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/leaders-know-your-values.phpLeaders: Know Your Values – Live ThemThe elements of an organization’s mandate must be heavily rooted in the mind and heart of the leader.Matthew Wallerbuildingsleadershipmatt wallerperspectives08/19/2019leadership,matt waller,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/integrity-crisis-what-business-schools-can-do.php"The Integrity Crisis and 7 Things Business Schools Can Do About ItBusiness schools have a role to play here in making sure current and future business leaders learn from these situations and avoid making the same mistakes.Cindy Moehringintegrity crisiscindy moehringleadershipperspectives05/20/2020cindy moehring,leadership,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/investing-in-supply-chain-research.php4 Ways Investing in Supply Chain Research Benefits the Bottom LineStock analysts aren’t yet fully applying network theory in their work, but they do understand the importance of digging deeper into the connections that form a supply network.Marat Davletshinstock analysisMarat Davletshinperspectivessupplychain03/05/2020Marat Davletshin,perspectives,supplychainhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/power-of-the-positive.phpLeadership and the Power of the PositiveFor most, I believe “the power of the positive” is relatively intuitive – it’s not just a mantra to lead by, it’s a mantra to live by.Steve Schumacherhappy smileySteve Schumacherleadershipperspectives03/12/2020Steve Schumacher,leadership,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/is-it-worth-it-the-relationship-between-audit-fees-audit-quality.phpIs It Worth It? The Relationship Between Audit Fees and Audit QualityAudit quality's improved since SOX, so are high audit premiums worth it? Recent research suggests maybe not, given the convergence of audit price and qualityRyan Decker, Jonathan ShipmanWoman working at a computer; Is It Worth It? The Relationship Between Audit Fees and Audit Qualityaccountingjonathan shipmanresearchryan decker08/13/2021accounting,jonathan shipman,research,ryan deckerIntentional Simplicity: Brewing Industry Enters the Sharing EconomyA new entrant into the local beer scene is showing how the "sharing economy" and a streamlined business plan can give customers the "brewer's experience."a beer scene.Mitchell Simpsonentrepreneurshipperspectives01/30/2024entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/learning-about-management.phpLearning About Management: The Business of PeopleWhen students earn an undergraduate business degree in management, what they’re really pursuing is an education in how to manage in ways that help people and their organizations become more successful.Stephen Caldwellwoman presentingmanagementperspectivesstephen caldwell12/03/2020management,perspectives,stephen caldwellIt Pays To Be Connected: CEOs With High Social Capital Earn Greater Stock Returns Some CEOs earn significantly more than others in the stock market. Walton College researchers have discovered what they have in common. It Pays To Be Connected: CEOs With High Social Capital Earn Greater Stock Returns Dobrina Jandik, Tomas Jandik, Lucas Cuni-MertzDobrina JandikTomas Jandikfinancelucas cuni-mertzresearch10/08/2021Dobrina Jandik,Tomas Jandik,finance,lucas cuni-mertz,researchIt’s Lonely at the Top: Creating Connections Among FoundersThe Founder Development Initiative supports early-stage founders in NWA, helping them build resilience and deeper connections with other entrepreneurs.a man standing on top of a mountainSarah Luhtanen, Ryan Sheetsentrepreneurshipperspectives01/25/2024entrepreneurship,perspectivesIt’s Not You, It’s Me: How To Deliver Bad News in the Professional World No one wants to be the bearer of bad news, but when it falls to us, it's crucial to do it right. Find out what to do and how to do it with tact and grace.Businessman reading a documentLiza Vammenbcl-labcommunicationsleadershipliza vammenperspectivesstudent success04/05/2022bcl-lab,communications,leadership,liza vammen,perspectives,student successhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/land-of-opportunity-beginnings-of-northwest-arkansas-supply-chain-cluster.phpThe Land of Opportunity: The Beginnings of Northwest Arkansas’ Supply Chain ClusterBetween 1930 and 1975, the seeds were sown for Northwest Arkansas to emerge as a global business powerhouse.Ron GordonVintage collage of Sam Walton, J.B. Hunt trucks, and Tyson; The Land of Opportunity: The Beginnings of Northwest Arkansas’ Supply Chain ClusterRon Gordonresearchscmrsupplychain04/05/2021Ron Gordon,research,scmr,supplychainLearning from the Past to Manage Future CrisesThe pandemic is global, and our efforts to mitigate its effects must also be global. Find out how marketing, retail, and other sectors can act effectively.Man looking at outcome of pandemic on a screenEmilija Sarma, Scot BurtonEmilijia SarmaScot Burtonmarketingresearchretailsupplychain03/15/2022Emilijia Sarma,Scot Burton,marketing,research,retail,supplychainhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/lending-an-ear-how-venting-in-the-workplace-can-go-wrong.phpLet’s Talk About Lending an Ear: How Venting in the Workplace Can Go WrongIt’s essential to know when to lend an ear in the workplace and how to do it.Michael Adkison, Christopher C. RosenLet’s Talk About Lending an Ear: How Venting in the Workplace Can Go Wrong03/19/2021Lessons for a Sustainable Supply Chain from BayerWorking sustainability into a company’s supply chain is easier said than done. New research highlights the role of Bayer's supplier code of conduct.Modes of supply chain depicted on a global mapMitchell Simpson, Remko van Hoekresearchsupplychain12/05/2023research,supplychainListen Up: How Does Audio Affect Healthcare Brands?Corporations shape consumer perceptions by combining audio with visual logos to define their brand. Does this strategy also work for healthcare providers?Women looking a shelves of healthcare productsNabiha Khetani, Steven Koppmarketingresearch01/09/2024marketing,researchMachiavellianism Isn't (Always) A Bad ThingCalling someone "machiavellian" isn't a compliment–or is it? Find out how leaders with this personality trait strategically benefit their companies.Woman looking serious with her team behind herThomas Burnam, Oleg Petrenkoorganizations and teamsresearchstrategy08/16/2022organizations and teams,research,strategyhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/make-the-most-of-your-linkedin-articles.php12 Tips to Make the Most of Your Linkedin ArticlesPosting insightful articles on LinkedIn is a strategic focus for progressive business leaders and academics, so we figured it would be helpful to share the tips more broadly. They fall into two categories: writing tips and marketing tips.Lindsey Wagaman and Stephen Caldwelllinkedin pageLindsey Wagamanleadershipperspectivesstephen caldwell05/07/2020Lindsey Wagaman,leadership,perspectives,stephen caldwellMaking Mental Wellness a Priority is a Key to Student Success Students need to take care of their mental health. Learn what resources, like counseling, are available to can help students facilitate their mental wellness.Student and a counselor; Article: Making Mental Wellness a Priority is a Key to Student Success Stephen Caldwellperspectivesstudent success02/07/2023perspectives,student successhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/making-the-pieces-fit-supply-chain-management.phpMaking the Pieces Fit’ Key for Supply Chain Management Students A degree in supply chain management provides a broad range of career opportunities – inventory analysts, demand planners, purchasing managers, warehouse supervisors, logistics specialists and account representatives, just to name a few.Stephen Caldwellwoman in scmperspectivesstephen caldwellsupplychain11/12/2020perspectives,stephen caldwell,supplychainMarket or Roadway Mayhem? A Fundamental Supply Chain DilemmaRigidities in the supply of truck drivers and truck availability have a lot in common with Greek tragedies because of the market's boom-and-bust nature.Semi trucks on a highway; Walton Insights article: "Market or Roadway Mayhem? A Fundamental Supply Chain Dilemma"Andrew Balthrop, Jonathan Pharesresearchsupplychain09/12/2023research,supplychainhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/marketing-fertile-field-for-walton-students.phpMarketing Is a Fertile Field for Walton College StudentsThe best way to look at the value students gain when pursuing a degree in marketing from the Walton College is to keep in mind that those students are growing in extremely rich soil and that results in several benefits to what they learn.Stephen Caldwellwoman sticking a note on boardmarketingperspectivesstephen caldwell11/05/2020marketing,perspectives,stephen caldwellhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/master-of-applied-business-analytics-is-a-natural-next-step-at-walton-college.phpMaster of Applied Business Analytics Is a Natural Next Step at Walton CollegeGraduates leave with practical experience using current software and a chance to step into well-paying jobs that are in high demand. Those jobs might involve retail, manufacturing, sports or any number of other industries, but they all involve one common theme: using data to solve a business problem.Stephen CaldwellMaster of Applied Business Analytics Is a Natural Next Step at Walton CollegeMaster of Applied Business Analyticsperspectivesstephen caldwell03/12/2021Master of Applied Business Analytics,perspectives,stephen caldwellhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/master-of-finance-degrees-set-up-grads-for-digital-economy.phpMaster of Finance Degree Sets Up Grads for the Digital EconomyThe finance faculty at the University of Arkansas began noticing a trend a few years ago during field trips to visit companies across the region. While job titles remained largely unchanged, descriptions of the actual work finance majors were doing was shifting.Stephen Caldwellstudent studying imageMaster of Financefinanceperspectivesstephen caldwell04/08/2021Master of Finance,finance,perspectives,stephen caldwellThe McMillon Studio is Advancing Product Management KnowledgeProduct management is a skill whose value will only increase as time passes. Find out what the McMillon Studio is doing to prepare its students for success.McMillon studentsStephen Caldwellperspectivessevistephen caldwellstrategy03/11/2022perspectives,sevi,stephen caldwell,strategyMindful Study Habits: Lessons From a 100-Year-Old BookStudying is a skill anybody can master. Learn how to take interest in many subjects, read with purpose, and take quality notes so you can ace that final exam.Girl sitting and thinking in theater style seats Liza Vammenbcl-labcommunicationsperspectives05/04/2023bcl-lab,communications,perspectivesMining Data on the American DreamSocial mobility has stalled. What behaviors, choices, and habits can U.S. policymakers encourage & direct funding towards to reinvigorate social mobility?Money with a flameStephen Caldwell; Paul Gramlingeconomicsresearchtopfeatured06/13/2024economics,research,topfeaturedhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/omni-channel-in-the-digital-age.phpUnderstanding Omni-Channel Strategy in the Digital AgeThe better you understand how your customers value physical storefronts, the better you can predict the churn rate that will accompany a potential store closure.Ryan Sheets, Gonca Soysal, Alejandro Zetner, Eric Zhengshopping cartGonca SoysalRyan Sheetsresearchretail01/23/2020Gonca Soysal,Ryan Sheets,research,retailhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/more-improv-advice-in-translation.phpMore Improv Advice in TranslationI have found that most advice is worthy of thorough examination. Often advice pertaining to one discipline – with just a bit of translation – has meaning in other disciplines. Stacey Masonempty stage with mic imageStacey Masonleadershipperspectives06/03/2021Stacey Mason,leadership,perspectivestrueNot Just Good vs. Evil: A Balanced View of the Societal Impacts of AI At this point in the AI evolution, thousands of decisions are being made regarding its development and deployment. We cannot afford to get them wrong.thumbs up vs. thumbs down image on turquoise and yellow backgroundKaslyn Tidmore; Rajiv Sabherwal and Varun Grover emerging technologyresearch06/18/2024emerging technology,researchMore Than a Contract: Relational Affect in Principal-Agent Dynamics Firms can expect different outcomes based on the kind of trust built in the relationship between their CEO and their executive board. Shaking hands over a contractNabiha Khetani, Jon Johnson, and Alan Ellstrand research09/19/2023researchNudging Consumers for More Sustainable Last-mile DeliveryWhat if businesses could increase their sustainability while reducing strain on their supply chains? Read about low-cost green nudges aimed at consumers.Supply chain freight truck driving on a roadMitchell Simpson, Rodney Thomasresearchsupplychain02/21/2023research,supplychainhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/naut-in-the-same-boat-price-elasticity-in-the-cruise-industry.php“Naut” In the Same Boat: Price Elasticity in the Cruise IndustryThese may be uncharted waters for cruise companies, but there’s a unique opportunity to understand how consumers behave in dynamic pricing games when companies get back to business.Ryan Decker, Dinesh Gauri“Naut” In the Same Boat: Price Elasticity in the Cruise Industrydinesh gauriresearchryan decker02/26/2021dinesh gauri,research,ryan deckerhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/pandemic-privacy-economic-resilience.phpPandemic, Privacy and Economic ResilienceVirus-tracing software has become a controversial tool in the fight against the spread of the coronavirus, and its success or failure is largely in the hands of the tech industry.Cindy Moehringmobile showing locations09/03/2020Navigating a Shifting Retail LandscapeThe research of Dinesh Gauri, Walmart Chair in Marketing at the Sam M. Walton College of Business, Rupinder Jindal,and Yu Ma was recently featured in a Mass Market Retailers article discussing the shifting landscape of grocery retail. Navigating a Shifting Retail LandscapeEvan Wordlaw, Dinesh GauriEvan Wordlawdinesh gaurimarketingresearch11/16/2021Evan Wordlaw,dinesh gauri,marketing,researchhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/procurement-professionals-and-value-creation.phpHow Procurement Professionals Can Add Value to the EnterpriseProcurement is a maturing field that faces challenges with meeting its changing (and growing) roles in organizations. One of those challenges is changing the perceptions about the value procurement adds to an enterprise.Ryan Decker, Remko Van Hoek, Carlos Mena, John Gattornaprocurement iconsRemko Van Hoekresearchryan deckersupplychain01/23/2020Remko Van Hoek,research,ryan decker,supplychainhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/prepare-young-professionals-for-careers.phpHow To Better Prepare Young Professionals for CareersBig data and analytics, artificial intelligence, machine learning and blockchain influence how industries do business. With technology changing rapidly, students, faculty and industry professionals must collaborate to embrace the future.Ryan Deckergroup discussionleadershipperspectivesryan deckerstudent success09/04/2020leadership,perspectives,ryan decker,student successhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/no-1-undergraduate-supply-chain-progrm.phpHow We Became the No. 1 Undergraduate Supply Chain Management ProgramWhen Gartner announced that it had ranked our undergraduate program No. 1 in North America, we were pleasantly surprised, to say the least.Brian Fugategartner rank for scmBrian Fugateperspectivessupplychain08/13/2020Brian Fugate,perspectives,supplychainPhishing for Billions: When Accuracy isn’t Enough What convinces customers that anti-phishing software works? And what prevents them from relying on it? Learn how to educate your workforce about cybersecurity.Phishing concept; A red envelope and hook in front of a computer. Article: "Phishing for Billions: When Accuracy isn’t Enough" for Walton InsightsJack Travis, Zachary Steelman, Rhonda Sylerconsumer behaviorisys01/10/2023consumer behavior,isysNavigating the Mirage: Ethical, Transparency, and Regulatory Challenges in the Age of DeepfakesDeepfakes are still relatively new, which makes now the perfect time to inject ethical guidelines, transparency measures, and proactive governance.illustration of a man wearing maskCindy Moehringleadershipperspectivestopfeatured03/20/2024leadership,perspectives,topfeaturedhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/not-taught-in-business-school-myths.phpThey Don’t Teach This in Business School … Or Do They? The Myths ExaminedYou might not learn new painting techniques in business school or how to escape from a tar pit. But you will learn – if you do your part – the theories and best practices about business that will set you up for success.Stephen Caldwellclassroom graphicentrepreneurshipleadershipperspectivesstephen caldwell04/30/2020entrepreneurship,leadership,perspectives,stephen caldwellhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/problem-good-samaritan.phpThe Problem with Good Samaritans: Helping Pressure in the WorkplaceHelping pressure is an employee’s perception of either being encouraged or obligated to go that extra mile, either to help the organization or to ensure job security.Michael Adkison, Joel Koopman , Christopher C. Rosen , Allison S. Gabriel , Harshad Puranik , Russell E. Johnson , D. Lance Ferrishand shakechristopher c. rosenmichael adkisonorganizations and teamsresearch12/13/2019christopher c. rosen,michael adkison,organizations and teams,researchNavigating Turbulence: Boeing’s 737 MAX Continuing Saga and the Path to RedemptionBoeing faces a long road to regaining lost trust; per Cindy Moehring, returning to its roots & aligning its purpose with strategy will keep it on track.photo of a passenger airlinerCindy Moehringleadershipperspectives02/15/2024leadership,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/podcasts-strengthen-leadership.phpSix Ways Hosting a Podcast Strengthens Your LeadershipI have plenty of demands on my time, and I am careful not to intentionally add anything to my plate that doesn’t clearly add value to the people I serve, so launching the Be EPIC podcast about a year ago was a strategic decision. I’m happy to report that the results have exceeded my expectations – not just because of the benefits to the Walton College but also because of how it has helped my growth as a leader.Matt WallerMatt Wallerleadershipmatt wallerperspectives10/24/2019leadership,matt waller,perspectivesPassive Compliance: How Index Fund Ownership Affects Financial ReportingIs an active or passive manager better for your index fund? Read on how integrity and transparency in financial reporting might affect your investments.Digital background with "Financial Report" written over topJack Travis, Caleb Rawsonaccountingresearch09/07/2023accounting,researchhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/personal-reflections-on-business-school-education.phpPersonal Reflections on a Business School EducationBeginning today, pour yourself completely into your college experience, and later, give something of significance back to your community and to society. Michael Adkison, Daniel Conwaybuildings connected05/22/2020https://walton.uark.edu/insights/procurement-adds-value.phpFrom One-Trick Pony to Workhorse: How Procurement Can (and Already Does) Add Value to the EnterpriseThe future identity of procurement and its place at the strategic table depend on these proactive efforts.Ryan Sheets, Remko Van Hoekprocurement iconsRemko Van HoekRyan Sheetsresearchsupplychain09/11/2019Remko Van Hoek,Ryan Sheets,research,supplychainhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/sharpen-entreprenurial-tools.php9 Areas Where a Business Degree Will Sharpen Your Entrepreneurial ToolsFrom business execution to enhancing opportunities, these are nine areas where a business degree will sharpen your entrepreneurial tools.Matthew Walleroffice setupentrepreneurshipmatt wallerperspectives07/24/2019entrepreneurship,matt waller,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/shopper-focused-art.phpShopper-focused Art is Key to Successful E-CommerceHaving business students who understand and appreciate art will help us encourage innovation in entrepreneurship and retail.Matthew Wallerlaptop matt wallerperspectives12/18/2018matt waller,perspectivesPut Your Money Where Your Mouth Is: Recruiting a Diverse Workforce Get past performative allyship and learn how to signal that your firm is genuinely inclusive and supportive of potential and current LGBT+ employeesMan working on his computer while putting together the puzzle piecesJack Travis, Lauren Simon managementresearch09/27/2023management,researchPut Your Whole Self InWhen did we stop becoming fearless? Or stop believing in our own creativity? Or afraid to take center stage? Let's figure out how we can come back to ourselves!Students on a stageStacey MasonStacey Masonleadershipperspectives12/13/2021Stacey Mason,leadership,perspectivesLeadership Affect: How Micro-expressions Change Viewers’ EmotionsNonverbal cues such as micro-expressions affect the emotional impact of a message. In a highly politicized climate, they can further drive people apart.Leader speaking to crowd with a mask onMitchell Simpson; Jeffrey Mullinsleadershipresearch09/05/2024leadership,researchPutting Principles First: Revisiting Covey’s 7 HabitsCovey's 7 Habits still reminds us of the foundational importance of "character ethic" principles: integrity, humillity, industry, justice, and patience.Building blocks of a heart and a handshakeStephen Caldwellleadershipperspectives04/04/2024leadership,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/quality-customer-service.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: What You Can Do as a Leader to Improve Quality and Customer Service NowEvery business owner better be concerned with the quality of what their firm does and how they service their clients and customers.Mark Zweigdigital meterMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives12/18/2019Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/quotes-that-matter.phpQuotes That MatterQuotes are like true north on a compass - they matter.Stacey Masonquestions cards imageStacey Masonleadershipperspectives04/14/2021Stacey Mason,leadership,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/raising-awareness.phpRaising Awareness: Ideology-Infused Psychological Contracts and Why they Help the WorkplacePromoting a greater good that is both intrinsically rewarding and externally beneficial can bring a whole bounty of benefits to the workplace.Michael Adkison, Anne O’Leary-Kelly, Jonathan Johnsongraphic image of bulbAnne O'Leary-KellyJon Johnsonmichael adkisonorganizations and teamsresearch02/28/2020Anne O'Leary-Kelly,Jon Johnson,michael adkison,organizations and teams,researchhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/supply-chain-masters-degree-provides-flexibility-for-working-professionals.phpSupply Chain Master’s Degree Provides Flexibility for Working ProfessionalsWith the critical role supply chains are playing in the success of modern organizations, a master’s-level education in the field provides a competitive advantage.Stephen CaldwellSupply Chain Master’s Degree Provides Flexibility for Working Professionalsperspectivesstephen caldwellsupplychain03/04/2021perspectives,stephen caldwell,supplychainhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/sharing-is-caring-online-discussion.phpSharing is Caring: Why We Share Information in Online Discussion GroupsDespite the rapid increase in the number of telecommuting and teleconferencing services and chat apps due to remote working, that’s not a common adage you’ll hear your friends say. The truth is that online discussion communities, or ODCs, have their value in society.Michael Adkison, Rajiv Sabherwalsharing is caringRajiv Sabherwalisysmichael adkisonresearch05/15/2020Rajiv Sabherwal,isys,michael adkison,researchRaising the Minimum Wage Decreases Occupational Mobility, Increases Job MismatchEconomic policy often has unintended consequences. Find out what one study says about the potential effects of increasing the minimum wage. Money with an arrow to symbolize an increaseLucas Cuni-Mertz, Andrew (Yizhou) Liuandrew liueconomicslucas cuni-mertzresearch01/26/2022andrew liu,economics,lucas cuni-mertz,researchRecognizing What Creates Shifts in Your CultureAccording to these CEOs, hiring new people, changes in leadership, and shifting challenges are just a few factors that influence your organizational culture.Man looking at arrows going different directionsStephen Caldwellleadershipperspectives06/06/2023leadership,perspectivesRepacking Your BagsIf life is the proverbial road trip, then it might serve us well to stop every now and then to check what we have packed in our bags. Man walking through airport with a suitcaseStacey MasonStacey Masonleadershipperspectives01/31/2022Stacey Mason,leadership,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/replace-judgement-with-curiousity.phpReplace Judgment with CuriosityReplace judgment with curiosity. I don’t know if these words found me or if I found them, but they have transformed my life, my work, and my understanding of human-ness. Stacey Masonwhite arrow marksStacey Masonleadershipperspectives08/06/2020Stacey Mason,leadership,perspectivesResearching the Researchers Walton College research activities result in better teaching and the advancement of new ideas that create improvements across industries and throughout society.Scot Burton, Mary Lacity, Rajiv Sabherwal, Vernon Richardson, Matthew Waller, Remko van Hoek; Walton InsightsStephen Caldwellperspectives03/10/2023perspectivesSustainable Profitability: The Benefits of Sustainability in TruckingIt's not just virtue signaling: shippers prefer carriers to invest in environmental & social sustainability - so long as it doesn't hurt economic sustainability.Sustainable Profitability: The Benefits of Sustainability in TruckingRon Gordon, Rodney ThomasRodney ThomasRon Gordonresearchsupplychain10/29/2021Rodney Thomas,Ron Gordon,research,supplychain Rethinking Why and When We Trust Information TechnologiesTrust matters in IS research because new technologies will emerge, new forms of governance must be instituted, and new forms of transactions will develop.Man looking at a digital globeRyan Sheets, Mary Lacity, Sebastian Schuetz, Le Kuai, and Zachary Steelmanisysresearch09/14/2023isys,researchhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/salesperson-ambidexterity-not-one-size-fits-all.phpSalesperson Ambidexterity: Not One Size Fits AllImproving the work environment and investing in employees can increase job satisfaction, and in turn, contribute to the long-term growth of the company. Ryan Decker, Ashish Sharma Salesperson Ambidexterity: Not One Size Fits AllAshish Sharmaresearchryan decker02/19/2021Ashish Sharma,research,ryan deckerhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/scmrc-white-paper-truck-driver-burnout.phpSCMRC White Paper Addresses Truck Driver BurnoutThe report – Truck Driver Burnout: Ways Carriers Can Fight Stress-Related Turnover – is a collaboration of SCMRC Executive Director Donnie Williams; Stephanie Thomas, an associate professor of practice in the Department of Supply Chain Management; and communications specialist Ron Gordon.scmrc iconsDonnie WilliamsRon GordonStephanie Thomasresearchscmrcsupplychain10/21/2020Donnie Williams,Ron Gordon,Stephanie Thomas,research,scmrc,supplychainRevisiting the 2023 Business Forecast Luncheon: Highlights for Young ProfessionalsHow should young professionals prepare for economic changes in 2023? Read about recessions (or lack thereof), marginal factors, and resilience in the economy. Mervin Jebaraj speaking at the 29th Annual Business Forecast LuncheonSarah Browning, Mervin Jebarajeconomicsresearch03/16/2023economics,researchRevisiting the E-MythDecades later, Michael Gerber's advice still holds true: small businesses owners tend to depend far too much on their own ability to produce results.a woman bombarded by screensStephen Caldwell01/11/2024Take Some Breaks and Get to Know Northwest Arkansas Northwest Arkansas has something for everyone. In between study sessions, enjoy biking, hiking, kayaking, events downtown, community spaces, art, and more. Tanyard Creek Nature Trail in Northwest Arkansas. Photo by Michael GjellumStephen Caldwellperspectivesstudent success11/03/2022perspectives,student successRisky Business: Organizational Risk-Taking During DisastersIs FEMA or a local church more willing to risk it all for disaster victims? See how different relief organizations assess risk and formulate their responses.Communication of people in the business of the company. Delegation of work and responsibilities. Functioning of departments and divisions of the company. Decentralized networking. Teamwork cooperationMitchell Simpson, Iana Shaheenorganizations and teamsresearch12/06/2022organizations and teams,researchhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/selecting-a-business-major.phpThe Complete Guide to Selecting a Business MajorThe most important thing for any business student to know about picking a major is that you don’t have to have everything figured out to make your decision.Stephen Caldwelllaptop perspectivesstephen caldwell05/28/2019perspectives,stephen caldwellShould Business Leaders Take an Intellectual Adventure With Malcolm Gladwell?Savvy leaders are curious readers. Business leaders don't just need business books, as shown by the unique insights and impact from Gladwell's books.a man thinkingStephen Caldwellleadershipperspectives02/22/2024leadership,perspectivesStressing Measurements: How to Better Identify Biasing FactorsMeasurement bias can negatively affect decision making at the management level. By accurately identifying biases, firms can create healthier work environments.Personal looking a various graphs on a device at workJack Travis, Christopher Rosen managementresearch12/12/2023management,researchhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/sit-down-and-fast-food-restaurants-in-arkansas-during-covid-19.phpSit-Down & Fast-Food Restaurants in Arkansas During COVID-19A review of the available sales tax revenue data for sit-down and fast-restaurants across Arkansas provides a detailed look of how two large sub-sectors in the same industry have adapted during COVID and its subsequent disruptions. David SortoSit-Down & Fast-Food Restaurants in Arkansas During COVID-19David Sortocberresearch02/25/2021David Sorto,cber,researchSitting In the TensionTension isn't a bad thing, yet we often frame it that way. Could tension instead just be a part of our lives that we must learn to manage rather than avoid?African American woman feels anxiety and emotional stress. Thunder clouds surround woman's head.Stacey Masonperspectives10/07/2022perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/students-in-strategy-entrepreneurship-innovation-sevi.phpStudents in Strategy, Entrepreneurship, and Venture Innovation Get Practical Real World Experience at Walton CollegeOur program is not only practical, but it can provide some potentially life-changing experiences for our students.Mark Zweigstudents in classroom imageMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectivessevi05/14/2021Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectives,sevihttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/successful-dropouts-is-college-necessary.phpWildly Successful College Dropouts: Is a Degree Really Necessary?I’ve been challenged more than a few times over the years by leaders who suggest entrepreneurs don’t need a college degree, much less a degree in business.Matthew Wallercollege dropout CEOsleadershipmatt wallerperspectives10/03/2019leadership,matt waller,perspectivesSix Cross-Industry Lessons from the Rise and Fall of FTX As the FTX bankruptcy shows, running a business without ruining the business comes down to governance, risk assessment and management, due diligence, and trust.Cards falling; Article: Six Cross-Industry Lessons from the Rise and Fall of FTX Cindy Moehringleadershipperspectives01/27/2023leadership,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/supply-chain-insights-greg-smith.php5 Supply Chain Insights from a Conversation with Walmart’s Greg SmithGreg Smith has witnessed a great many groundbreaking innovations in supply chain management over the past 35 years, but not as a passive observer.Donnie Williamswalmart storeDonnie Williamsperspectivessupplychain02/04/2020Donnie Williams,perspectives,supplychainhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/six-ways-walton-college-promotes-student-success.php6 Ways Walton College Promotes Student SuccessThe idea behind the Walton College Student Success initiative is to bring a comprehensive, systems-thinking approach to efforts around student engagement, retention, degree completion, career readiness and job outcomes.Stephen Caldwell6 Ways Walton College Promotes Student SuccessPage Titleperspectivesstephen caldwellstudent success02/04/2021perspectives,stephen caldwell,student successSupply Chain Professors on Policy: Uncertainty, Buffers, and Trade-offsNobody doubts the value of supply chain resilience; but have policymakers fully considered the tradeoffs for incentivizing or coercing greater resilience?shipping logistics supply chain facility shortage Ron Gordon, Brent Williams, Brian Fugate, Andrew BalthropAndrew BalthropBrent WilliamsBrian FugateRon Gordonresearchsupplychain09/14/2021Andrew Balthrop,Brent Williams,Brian Fugate,Ron Gordon,research,supplychainhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/skills-to-build-regardless-of-the-future.php15 Skills to Build Regardless of the FutureWe know that planning for the future is not a precise science. But you can put yourself in the place of most potential by developing timeless skills.Stacey Masongraphic image of man flyingStacey Masonleadershipperspectives03/31/2020Stacey Mason,leadership,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/smart-fitting-rooms.phpThe Cyber Age Enters the Fitting RoomWhile smart rooms are still somewhat rare in 2019, companies such as Nordstrom and Ralph Lauren have been experimenting with RFID equipped fitting rooms for four or more years now.Jeff L. Wright, Amaradri Mukherjee, Ronn J. Smith, Anna M. Turrifitting rooms boardJeff L. WrightRonn J. Smithconsumer behaviormarketingresearchretail12/06/2019Jeff L. Wright,Ronn J. Smith,consumer behavior,marketing,research,retailhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/smart-resume.phpU of A Partners with Blockchain Company for Innovative Resume-Building ProgramThe University of Arkansas recently collaborated with Arkansas-based blockchain company iDatafy to implement a new resume-building program for students..Michael Adkisonsmart resumeMary Lacityemerging technologymichael adkisonresearch02/18/2020Mary Lacity,emerging technology,michael adkison,researchhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/smart-technology-in-retail.phpHow Smart Technology Is Reshaping RetailWhile smart rooms are still somewhat rare in 2019, companies such as Nordstrom and Ralph Lauren have been experimenting with RFID equipped fitting rooms for four or more years now.Jeff L. Wright, Amaradri Mukherjee, Ronn J. Smith, Anna M. Turrifitting rooms boardJeff L. WrightRonn J. Smithconsumer behaviormarketingresearchretail01/22/2020Jeff L. Wright,Ronn J. Smith,consumer behavior,marketing,research,retailSo, You Want To Be a Guest Lecturer?Industry knowledge & connections. Stories animating the textbook's core concepts. Learn how you can bring these to UA students through our new lecturer program.Man giving lecture to group of studentsStephen Caldwell perspectivesstudent success06/01/2022perspectives,student successhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/stuck-at-home.phpStuck at Home? Here’s How to Make the Best of ItThere’s no one way to succeed at working from home, but here are a few things that help me stay productive and moderately sane.Stephen Caldwellwork from home setupperspectivesstephen caldwellsuccss03/17/2020perspectives,stephen caldwell,succsshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/student-success-community-colleges.phpImproving Student Success via Partnerships with Community CollegesI’ve been thinking about those people in Arkansas who don’t have the opportunity – for whatever reason – to attend a four-year university full time. It may be financial. It may be because of family obligations. It may be cultural.Matthew Wallerwriting with pencilmatt wallerperspectivesstudent success02/15/2019matt waller,perspectives,student successSoaring Expectations: Trying to Keep Airline Passengers Happy  Delayed flights, denied boarding, and lost baggage are putting airlines are under pressure. Are advertising and employee working conditions adding to it?Passangers on an airplaneNabiha Khetani, Adriana Rossiter Hofer, and Nicolò Masorgo  consumer behaviorresearch12/13/2022consumer behavior,researchhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/supply-chain-stress-test.phpSupply Chain Stress Testing: To Mandate, or Not to Mandate?On March 17, 2000, lightning struck an Albuquerque, New Mexico, powerline. The resulting surge overloaded the power grid and started a fire in a nearby factory. The blaze destroyed millions of microchips. Ron Gordon, Andrew Balthrop, Donnie Williams, Brent Williams, Brian FugateSupply Chain Stress Testing: To Mandate, or Not to Mandate?Andrew BalthropBrent WilliamsBrian FugateDonnie WilliamsRon Gordonresearch06/18/2021Andrew Balthrop,Brent Williams,Brian Fugate,Donnie Williams,Ron Gordon,researchSocial Capital Shields Office Real Estate MarketWhat makes an organization resilient enough to withstand an unexpectated shock like COVID-19? Read about how social capital protects office real estate.A person holding a key in front of a shield; Article: "Social Capital Shields Office Real Estate Market" by Mitchell Simpson and Dobrina JandikMitchell Simpson, Dobrina Jandikfinanceresearch06/13/2023finance,researchhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/summer-reads.phpBooks for Your Summer Reading … and a Sixpence for Your ShoeYou also can mix up the genres and styles. Read a non-fiction book on leadership, the latest best-selling novel, a book of poetry, a biography or autobiography, historical fiction, current events, a faith-based self-help book or how about this – a children’s book.Stephen Caldwellman reading book on hilltop imageperspectivesstephen caldwell06/10/2021perspectives,stephen caldwellhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/social-stance-in-office-affect-peer-performance-reviews.phpOn Wednesdays, We Rate Our Peers: How Your Social Stance in the Office Can Affect Peer Performance RatingsPeer reviews might only give half the story, and forgetting that could make all the difference.Michael Adkison, Christopher C. RosenOn Wednesdays, We Rate Our Peers: How Your Social Stance in the Office Can Affect Peer Performance Ratingschristopher c. rosenmichael adkisonorganizations and teamsresearch02/12/2021christopher c. rosen,michael adkison,organizations and teams,researchhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/speak-up-culture.phpWill Your Employees Speak Up or Stay Silent? Four Ways Leaders Can Support a Speak up Culture.Let’s look at those four scenarios and how you, as a leader, can better ensure your organization’s culture is positioned to either prevent unethical behavior or quickly nip it in the bud.Cindy Moehringpeople with boardscindy moehringleadershipperspectives06/11/2020cindy moehring,leadership,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/speculative-renovations.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: What I Have Learned About Speculative Home Renovations Over the YearsYou have to be careful or you can easily waste your money and do things that you won’t be happy with, nor help you to recover and earn a return on your investment.Mark Zweigrenovating houseMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives08/05/2020Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectivesStart with Why. Just Don’t End ThereSimon Sinek's simple, intuitive premise still resonates with readers after 15 years. But readers should remember that "why" is the start, not the endpoint.photo of a running trackStephen Caldwellleadershipperspectives02/01/2024leadership,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/staying-connected-iot-technology.phpStaying Connected: Is the World Ready for IoT Technology?Twenty years ago, athletes used pedometers; today, they use Fitbits, Apple Watches, or even their smartphone to track their health.Michael Adkison, Rhonda A. Sylerbuilding connected with IoTRhonda A. Sylerisysmichael adkisonresearch08/14/2020Rhonda A. Syler,isys,michael adkison,researchSteppingstones and Comfort Zones: How the Pandemic Changed Supply Chain Risk ScenariosNew research identifies five lessons learned from COVID-19 that can help managers develop supply chain resiliency to prepare for future potential disruptions.Man stepping on stepping stones across water with stoplight colored backgroundAlyssa Riley; Remko van Hoekresearchsupplychain03/12/2024research,supplychainSupply Chain Department Develops Expertise in TruckingTrucking has never mattered more in Arkansas - and trucking research expertise has never been higher than now, thanks to the Walton College's efforts.Supply Chain Department Develops Expertise in TruckingRon Gordon, Andrew Balthrop, Brian Fugate, Rod Thomas, Stephanie Thomas, Donnie WilliamsAndrew BalthropBrent WilliamsBrian FugateDonnie WilliamsRon Gordonresearchsupplychain11/04/2021Andrew Balthrop,Brent Williams,Brian Fugate,Donnie Williams,Ron Gordon,research,supplychainSteps for Success: Exercise Before the End of the WorkdayPhysical activity during the workday benefits employees at work and at home - they are better equipped to meet work and non-work goals once off the clock.Women lifting a kettlebell with image of a stopwatch faded in the backgroundMitchell Simpson, Christopher Rosenorganizations and teamsresearch05/16/2023organizations and teams,researchStress Test Allows Community Banks To Predict How They’ll Handle Economic CrisesPlanning for financial crises can seem a daunting task; thankfully, Walton College researchers have created a downloadable, free stress test for community banks.Stress Test Allows Community Banks To Predict How They’ll Handle Economic CrisesTim Yeager, Lucas Cuni-Mertz Tim Yeagerfinancelucas cuni-mertzresearch10/01/2021Tim Yeager,finance,lucas cuni-mertz,researchStrategies Retailers Can Implement to Make the Most Out of Product Returns Product returns can be a revenue sink, but companies aren't without options. Here are some strategies that can help minimize risk and maximize return.Strategies Retailers Can Implement to Make the Most Out of Product Returns Lucas Cuni-Mertz, Jialie ChenJialie Chenlucas cuni-mertzmarketingresearch11/29/2021Jialie Chen,lucas cuni-mertz,marketing,researchTaking the Robot Out of the Human: Strategic Supply Chain Process AutomationEmployees are wary of automation, but a streamlined supply chain is a huge asset to most companies. How does robotic process automation respond to this problem?Taking the Robot Out of the Human: Strategic Supply Chain Process AutomationRyan Sheets, Remko van Hoek, Mary Lacityisysresearchsupplychain09/15/2022isys,research,supplychainWhen Helping Hurts: Why We Need Diverse Outlooks on How to HelpDo your coworkers and employees care about the kind of help they receive? Read on how empowering help fights gender discrimination in the workplace."When Helping Hurts: Why We Need Diverse Outlooks on How to Help"; An animated photo of people holding hands to make a support circle.Nabiha Khetani, Lauren Simon, Christopher Rosenorganizations and teamsresearch01/05/2023organizations and teams,researchTechnology-Mediated Interruptions and Work-Life BalanceWhat exactly can workers do about the technology-mediated interruptions (all the calls, IMs, emails, texts, and social media posts) they face each workday?Technology-Mediated Interruptions and Work-Life BalanceJeff L. Wright, Varun GroverJeff L. WrightVarun Groverisysresearch11/12/2021Jeff L. Wright,Varun Grover,isys,researchhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/ted-talks.phpTED Talks to Make You ThinkThese talks are courageous and ingenious, harrowing and humorous. Stacey MasonTED Talks to Make You ThinkStacey Masonleadershipperspectives03/11/2021Stacey Mason,leadership,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/temporary-supply-chain-ppe-shortage.phpTemporary Supply Chain: How a Global Group of Volunteers Rallied to Address the PPE Shortage for Hospitals in the United StatesSpring Break typically finds me in China, but this year I was relaxing on the farm – until an unexpected opportunity arose to contribute to a unique collaboration that now is helping supply hospitals with nearly a million dollars’ worth of much-needed equipment in their fight against COVID-19.John Kentface maskJohn Kentresearchsupplychain04/16/2020John Kent,research,supplychainTen Rules for Leadership SuccessGood leadership is about more than authority. Explore these tips to help make yourself someone your team can count on to lead fairly and effectively.Portrait of a businesswomanRyan SheetsRyan Sheetsleadershipperspectivespodcast02/21/2022Ryan Sheets,leadership,perspectives,podcasttrueThink Big: Using Supply Chain Complexity to Increase Financial ReturnsFor some firms, a more horizontally complex - aka diversified - supply chain allows them to more efficiently turn inventory over and provides needed resiliency.Woman and man looking at iPad in storage facility Mitchell Simpson, Claudia Rosalesresearchsupplychain05/17/2022research,supplychainhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/test-drive-startup-experience-how-to-win-a-hackathon-five-steps.php"Test Drive" a Startup Experience: How to Win a Hackathon in 5 StepsCompeting in – and winning – a blockchain hackathon takes more than tech expertise. It takes problem-solving, planning, communication, and storytelling skills.Ryan Decker and Jenna Wilsonwinning expression graphicemerging technologyjenna wilsonresearchryan decker07/02/2021emerging technology,jenna wilson,research,ryan deckerhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/the-almighty-dollar.phpThe Almighty Dollar: How Presidential Political Parties Affect the Value of U.S. CurrencyDoes the political affiliation in power affect the strength of the dollar? Bluntly put, is the dollar stronger under Democratic or Republican presidents?Michael Adkison, Samar Ashourdollar notesSamar Ashourfinancemichael adkisonresearch05/08/2020Samar Ashour,finance,michael adkison,researchWhy Grace Periods Don’t Help Some Borrowers People are hard to predict, especially where money is concerned. Read to find out how finance experts explain a common tendency among borrowers. Loans and borrowing conceptEvan Wordlaw, Kuan Liu Evan WordlawKuan Liufinanceresearch01/24/2022Evan Wordlaw,Kuan Liu,finance,researchhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/the-art-of-effective-communication.phpThe Art of Effective CommunicationIn a world that contains this many word choices, coupled with nuances in delivery method and tone (how I say what I say), perhaps it is no wonder that effective communication can be tricky. But to triumph over the tricky simply requires a few techniques.Stacey Masonemployees discussingStacey Masoncommunicationleadershipperspectives09/10/2020Stacey Mason,communication,leadership,perspectivesWho Speaks Up Against Harassment in the Workplace?To ensure a satisfactory work environment, companies must take steps to prevent gender harassment and take employees seriously when they raise concerns.Woman stressed at work with people in the backgroundKaslyn Tidmore; Christopher Rosen managementresearch03/26/2024management,researchThe Business and Politics of Radical ProtestNew research on the "radical flank effect" shows how activist groups' moderate and extreme tactics interact to influence regulators, depending on agencies' discretion to make decisions.A protester holding a signMitchell Simpson; Jake B Grandyentrepreneurshipresearch02/06/2024entrepreneurship,researchWhy Pursue an MBA? A Personal PerspectiveMBA programs allow students to touch on many different specialties on the surface, and the opportunity to become an expert in the 1-2 specialized fields.photo of a student groupSydney Combsmbaperspectives02/29/2024mba,perspectivesThe Deeper Value of Being Ranked #1Gartner ranked U of A's undergraduate supply chain program #1 for two consecutive cycles. Find out why students, and the companies that hire them, should care.Animated group crowd with female holding "#1 Supply Chain (Gartner)" signStephen Caldwellperspectivesstephen caldwellsupplychain06/23/2022perspectives,stephen caldwell,supplychainTies That Bind: Improving Corporate Alliances’ Success Rates Navigating complexity means relying on the expertise, connections of others; but when and under what conditions should firms formalize these alliances?Group of 4 business people chattingEvan Wordlaw, Ashish Sharmamarketingresearch06/08/2022marketing,researchhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/the-development-of-northwest-arkansas-supply-chain-cluster.php‘Those People Bought Walmart Stock Early’: The Development of Northwest Arkansas’ Supply Chain Cluster, 1975-2010Many of the developments that boosted Arkansas’ national profile were inseparable from the growth of its northwestern corner’s supply chain cluster: a concentrated set of supply chain-related business activities. Ron Gordonblack and white image with peopleRon Gordonresearchscmrsupplychain04/16/2021Ron Gordon,research,scmr,supplychainWhat Are the Risks for Retailers When Adopting Artificial Intelligence?Artificial Intelligence remains uncharted territory fraught with risk. Fortunately, Walton College researchers have begun to map the road ahead. What Are the Risks for Retailers When Adopting Artificial Intelligence?Lucas Cuni-Mertz, Hyunseok JungHyunseok Jungeconomicslucas cuni-mertzresearch11/01/2021Hyunseok Jung,economics,lucas cuni-mertz,researchDoing the Smart Thing: The Effect of Female Decision Makers in the Supply ChainsNew research discusses the benefits of women’s inclusion in the supply chain team dynamic and shows that women supply chain professionals are more collaborative.Female supply chain workerRyan Sheets, Evan Wordlaw, John AloysiusEvan WordlawJohn AloysiusRyan Sheetsleadershipresearchsupplychain03/30/2022Evan Wordlaw,John Aloysius,Ryan Sheets,leadership,research,supplychainhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/why-companies-arent-investing-in-cybersecurity.phpTo Catch a Breach: Why Companies Aren’t Investing in CybersecurityBreaches occur more frequently in retail, banking, and internet service companies, and the number of breaches has significantly increased since 2009.Michael Adkisonrobotic handaccountingmichael adkisonresearchvern richardson02/21/2020accounting,michael adkison,research,vern richardsonThe Effect of Urban Density on Social CapitalIn low/middle-income countries, population density affects social capital by lowering trust & community participation but promoting intergroup tolerance.a busy street sceneMitchell Simpson; Andrea Civelli and Arya Gaduheconomicsresearch01/23/2024economics,researchWhen Refs Make Bad Calls: Decision Making Under PressureWhen the stakes are high, does your team have the tools to resist the urge to cave to others’ expectations? Can they confidently make unpopular decisions?A ref and sports fans; Article: "When Refs Make Bad Calls: Decision Making Under Pressure" by Mitchell Simpson with research by Adam Stoverink and Marilla Hayman KingsleyMitchell Simpson, Adam Stoverink, and Marilla Hayman Kingsley organizations and teamsresearch08/29/2023organizations and teams,researchThe Endless Aisle: The Evolution, and Future, of Retail ShoppingOnline and in-person shopping are often thought competitors, but we might see them join together in the future. Read this article to see the latest trends.The Endless AisleMichael Adkison, Dinesh Gauridinesh gaurimarketingmichael adkisonresearch12/17/2021dinesh gauri,marketing,michael adkison,researchThe Enduring Value of Winning Friends and Influencing PeopleAlmost 90 years later, the simple and obvious advice of Dale Carnegie still resonate; building relationships that help you succeed never becomes passé.Man and woman collaborating and working on an iPad togetherStephen Caldwellleadershipperspectives03/14/2024leadership,perspectivesWhat Happens When a Salesperson Overestimates a Customer’s Trust?Overestimating levels of trust creates negative consequences for salespeople and customers; new research provides tips on out how to neutralize them.Chain breaking and a sunset in the backgroundHiba Tahir, Sarah Browning, and Judith Anne Garretson Folse marketingresearch10/03/2023marketing,researchThe Executive as Outlier: How Firms Adapt to Political OppositionWhat role do politics play in firm management? Find how executives influence their firm's lobbying and investment strategies based on the political environment.Microphone facing speaker in front of crowd of peopleJack Travis, Jason Ridgeleadershipresearchsevi10/18/2022leadership,research,seviThe Future of Wellbeing at WorkEmployees aren’t just employees. They have identities and interior lives - and face pressures - beyond work. Can prioritizing employee wellbeing reduce burnout?Chalk balance scale balancing work and life with people walking through a city in the backgroundSarah Browning, Maira Ezerins, Rebecca MacGowan, Christopher Rosen, and Lauren Simonmanagementorganizations and teams04/25/2023management,organizations and teamsWhat Student-Managed Investment Funds Teach Everyone Student-managed investment funds (SMIF) are no joke. Arkansas's Rebsamen SMIF often beats industry benchmarks & has seen a steady increase in returns since 1996.What Student-Managed Investment Funds Teach Everyone Jeff WrightJeff L. Wrightfinanceresearch09/24/2021Jeff L. Wright,finance,researchThinking about a Career in Product Management? Here’s the Path Product management is a vital part of today's business landscape. Find out how you can turn your interest into a secure and successful career. product improvement pathStephen Caldwellperspectivessevistephen caldwellstrategy03/09/2022perspectives,sevi,stephen caldwell,strategyThe Gift of a Diverse Workforce: Corporate Philanthropy and the Employees Who Influence ItEmbracing diversity through corporate philanthropy could help create an inclusive workspace where employees can build critical problem solving skills. Male worker in wheelchair having cheerful discussion leadingJeff Wright, Oleg Petrenko organizations and teamsresearch11/08/2022organizations and teams,researchhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/when-do-employees-rise-to-the-challenge.phpWhen Do Employees Rise to the Challenge?The best way to help an employee grow is to challenge and reward them consistently over time.Ryan Decker, Christopher Rosen, Lauren Simongraphic image of employees rising to topLauren Simonchristopher c. rosenmanagementresearchryan decker09/11/2020Lauren Simon,christopher c. rosen,management,research,ryan deckerThe Gift of Considerate WritingWhen tailoring a message to a specific audience, always consider the power dynamic, the amount of context they need, and how they will receive your message.The Gift of Considerate WritingLiza Vammenbcl-labcommunications02/10/2022bcl-lab,communicationsThe Surprising Realities of Product Management When it comes to product management, there's more than meets the eye. Learn what it is, how it works, and why it's necessary for success in business.product managementStephen Caldwell perspectivessevistephen caldwellstrategy03/07/2022perspectives,sevi,stephen caldwell,strategyThe Hidden Pillar of Success: Nurturing a Culture of Integrity in Your Startup When founders and leaders forget to feed a culture of integrity, it can create myriad hidden costs that they or their successors will have to reckon with.Two men working to smooth concrete Cindy Moehringleadershipperspectives10/02/2023leadership,perspectivesWhen Quitting Makes Perfect SenseDon't quit your job because you're miserable. Quit because you see better opportunities elsewhere. Optimal quitting is a strategy to help you build your career.Clock with "Quit" labeled megaphone Stephen Caldwellleadershipperspectivespodcast09/29/2022leadership,perspectives,podcastThe High Cost of Low Income As Gauri, Jindal, and Ma write, closing these gaps and easing these burdens will not only “benefit brands and retailers by lifting overall sales but deliver greater good as well.” The High Cost of Low Income Ryan Sheets, Dinesh GauriRyan Sheetsdinesh gaurimarketingresearchretail01/07/2022Ryan Sheets,dinesh gauri,marketing,research,retailThe Unseen Benefits of E-commerce Policies addressing highly visible e-commerce problems may do more harm than good, especially if they reinforce the status quo and foreclose on new ideas.A person shopping on their phoneMitchell Simpson, Robert Jensen, Brent Williamsconsumer behaviorisysresearchsupplychain06/21/2022consumer behavior,isys,research,supplychainThe Human Need for Ethical Guidelines Around ChatGPT What to do about ChatGPT and generative AI technology? Businesses could use ethical guidelines and human editing to account for some of its cons.Business man using a smartphone with AI asking "Hi! How can I help you."Cindy Moehringisysperspectives03/03/2023isys,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/three-ways-to-fly.phpThree Ways to Fly Like the Blue Angels Even If You’re on a Frankenstein TeamThere’s an intentional process that ensures the right people with the right skills, insights, and personalities join forces so that the team is efficient and effective.Stephen Caldwellrock climbingorganizations and teamsperspectivespodcaststephen caldwell12/12/2019organizations and teams,perspectives,podcast,stephen caldwellThe Lingering Effects of MisinformationCorrecting decades of misinformation is hard; how well did Big Tobacco's court-ordered corrective marketing campaign fare in changing consumers' health beliefs?One man spreading "FACTS", the other man spreading "FAKE NEWS"Mitchell Simpson, Scot BurtonMitchell SimpsonScot Burtonmarketingresearch05/10/2022Mitchell Simpson,Scot Burton,marketing,researchWhat Makes an Organizational Culture Effective?Amongst other things, good organizational culture is supported by leadership, drives innovation, reflects shared values, and creates a competitive advantage.Women holding a tablet at a business meeting with "Project Management" in the backgroundStephen Caldwellleadershipperspectives06/08/2023leadership,perspectivesThe More We Argue, The More We TradeYes, social media discourse could affect your investments. Read about how positive disagreement and access to information on StockTwits relates to trading.Woman and man arguing in the foreground with data in the backgroundJack Travis, Vernon Richardson economicsresearch07/25/2023economics,researchWhat Do Rural Businesses Gain From B Corp Certification?B Corp certification usually provides built-in customer loyalty and attracts high-quality employees, but how are its benefits different for rural businesses?Orange sphere moving ahead of three blue squaresMitchell Simpson, D. Scott Borden, Taryn MeadOffice of Entrepreneurship and Innovationentrepreneurship02/28/2023Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation,entrepreneurshiphttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/three-proven-paths-to-paying-for-mba.php3 Proven Paths to Paying for Your MBAMBA students who put in the work on the front end tend to spend less of their own money and creatively find ways to earn money that helps them avoid debt that sucks the “return” out of their ROI.Stephen Caldwellcar, money, home toysperspectivesstephen caldwellstudent success02/14/2020perspectives,stephen caldwell,student successThe Natural Beverage for the Natural State We excel at growing rice, our water’s mineral content is perfect for sake brewing. Origami Sake hopes to use Arkansas's strengths as it ramps up distribution. Sake; "Article: 'The Natural Beverage for the Natural State' for Walton Insights"Mitchell Simpsonentrepreneurshipperspectives01/04/2023entrepreneurship,perspectivesWhere Can You Take the World by 2030? Leaders who take care of themselves and who see a connection between their passions and their work will naturally perform at higher levels and inspire others to do the same.Where Can You Take the World by 2030? Stephen Caldwellleadershipperspectivespodcaststephen caldwell01/19/2022leadership,perspectives,podcast,stephen caldwellThe Nature of the Humble CEO CEOs aren't known for their humility, but humility is known to benefit CEOs. Find out how this virtue can be responsible for greater quarterly earnings.Business man smilingJeff Wright, Oleg PetrenkoJeff L. WrightOleg V. Petrenkoorganizations and teamsresearchsevistrategy02/28/2022Jeff L. Wright,Oleg V. Petrenko,organizations and teams,research,sevi,strategyThe World Still Needs Contrarian LeadersAdhering to conventional wisdom, while a safe choice, will not help you develop your full leadership potential, as Sample's seminal leadership book shows.4 white paper airplanes flying and 1 red paper airplane flying another directionStephen Caldwell leadershipperspectives10/26/2023leadership,perspectivesThe Overlooked Secrets to J. B. Hunt’s Sustained SuccessInstead of focusing on short-term wins & route profitability, JB Hunt succeeded by analyzing the whole trucking system & by constantly innovating its operations.The Overlooked Secrets to J. B. Hunt’s Sustained SuccessStephen Caldwellperspectivespodcaststephen caldwellsupplychain09/28/2021perspectives,podcast,stephen caldwell,supplychainhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/the-power-of-reframing.php The Power of Reframing Getting unstuck – moving forward – involves reconsidering it from a different perspective, and usually with far more kindness than we afforded ourselves initially. Stacey Masonframe around a sunset01/07/2021Why Inflation is Bad for Your HealthInflation impacts healthcare supply chain infrastructure and creates asymmetrical price stickiness. Could SCM education be key to fighting these effects?Broken piggy bank with band aid bandage or plaster finance background concept for economic recession or bankruptcyRyan Sheets, David Dobrzykowski, Claudia Rosales, Andrew Balthorpresearchsupplychain12/01/2022research,supplychainThe ROI of Joining an RSOLooking to boost your career while having fun? Students can network, socialize, and develop career skills by participating in registered student organizations.Women Impacting Supply Chain Excellence (WISE) at the WISE Student SymposiumStephen Caldwellperspectivesstudent success01/17/2023perspectives,student successThe Token Economy and the Future of Individual Empowerment We've all heard about cryptocurrency, but what do Bitcoin, Ether, and NFTs mean for the average person? Can we use the token economy to empower individuals?Bitcoin spilling through open doorwayRyan Sheets, Mary Lacityemerging technologyresearch09/27/2022emerging technology,researchThe Role of CEO Personal Attributes on the IPO Pricing ProcessHumility is a virtue, except when it comes to the IPO process. New research reveals how CEO personality affects how firms are perceived by investment bankers.Man smiling with numbers in the backgroundAlyssa Riley; Oleg V. Petrenkoleadershipresearch02/13/2024leadership,researchThere's No Monopoly on WisdomBusiness books are bound to offer some profound insights, but what about more unlikely sources? Discover what children's books can teach us about leadership.Young woman reading book in libraryStacey Masonleadershipperspectives07/21/2022leadership,perspectivesThe Straightforward Wisdom Behind Functional TeamsLencioni's modern classic shows how teams can build trust, work through conflict, show commitment, maintain accountability, and focus on team results.People smiling and shaking handsStephen Caldwellleadershipperspectives04/30/2024leadership,perspectivesThe Surprising Impact of Studying RoadkillWildlife crossings should drastically lower roadkill instances but they often don't; recent MSEA grad Tandem Young's capstone project explores why.image of an elk near a passing car, as well as a wildlife bridge spanning an internstate highwayStephen Caldwell with Tandem Youngdataeconomicstopfeatured05/17/2024data,economics,topfeaturedThe Sum of Its Parts: How To Build a Resilient Workspace That Bounces Back From AdversityEvery business has its share of hardships. Luckily, there are strategies to give your team and your company the resilience to weather any storm. The Sum of Its Parts: How To Build a Resilient Workspace That Bounces Back From AdversityMichael Adkison, Adam Stoverinkadam stoverinkmichael adkisonorganizations and teamsresearch11/19/2021adam stoverink,michael adkison,organizations and teams,researchWhat Sort of Employees Best Drive Change?Find out how to increase emotions like confidence, agency, and resilience to help empower employees to drive positive change in your organization. Large yellow arrow pointing right with small white arrows pointing leftNabiha Khetani, Adam Stoverink, Cody Bradleyorganizations and teamsresearch04/04/2023organizations and teams,researchhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/where-the-magic-happens.phpWhere the Magic HappensI am a big fan of the sciences. I’m an even bigger fan of the arts. And I’m fanatic about the intersection of the two because that’s where the magic happens.Stacey Masonhands and bulbStacey Masonleadershipperspectives04/23/2020Stacey Mason,leadership,perspectivesUsing Video Monitoring Technology to Reduce Nurse BurnoutVideo monitoring technology not only improves patient health outcomes, but it also reduces the negative effects that result from nurses' emotional labor.a nurse viewing some sort of AI hologramAlyssa Riley; Christopher Rosenmanagementresearch01/16/2024management,research‘TikTok Famous’ CPG Brands? How Social Influencers Impact Retail SalesThis research project by Walton College students outlines how brands should use TikTok influencers, which influencers can boost brand loyalty and awareness.'TikTok Famous' CPG Brands: How Social Influencers Impact Retail SalesKeiry Echeverriaconsumer behaviormarketingresearch05/12/2022consumer behavior,marketing,researchhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/time-to-be-smart.phpA Time to Be SmartAs we navigate uncharted territory, I am thinking about my students - particularly my amazing, talented and caring seniors who have had their last semester so abruptly disrupted. I hope my students, and others, will find these five pieces of advice helpful during this transition to online learning in these uncertain times.Molly Rapertgraphic image of laptopMolly Rapertperspectives03/16/2020Molly Rapert,perspectivesWhat Are the Costs of Automation?Why do techies love new computers but bikers hate e-bikes? Learn how psychological ownership affects how people interact with different automated products.AI robot hand reaching for human hand Nabiha Khetani, Leah Smithconsumer behaviormarketing04/11/2023consumer behavior,marketingTo Wait or Not to Wait, or How Consumers Decide to PreorderConsumer behavior is unpredictable, but fortunately there are patterns and regularities. Read this article to learn what influences customers to preorder.Woman holding phone that displays giftMitchell Simpson, Scot Burton Mitchell SimpsonScot Burtonconsumer behaviormarketingresearch12/15/2021Mitchell Simpson,Scot Burton,consumer behavior,marketing,researchThe Value of a Walton MBA Few words matter more to Walton's culture than "value." Our MBA program, as shown in a WSJ study of graduates' debt-to-income ratios, exemplify this commitment.The Value of a Walton MBA Ryan SheetsRyan Sheetsin the classroomperspectivesstudent success11/04/2021Ryan Sheets,in the classroom,perspectives,student successWhat Kind of Networker Are You? Networking is essential in your career, but the same moves don't work for everyone. Learn what qualities people prioritize in their networking strategies.Cluster of avatars in a networking bubble; Walton Insights Article: "What Kind of Networker Are You? " by Mitchell Simpson with research by Alan EllstrandMitchell Simpson; Alan Ellstrandorganizations and teamsresearch07/18/2023organizations and teams,researchTransforming Transgressions: Strategic Communication in Sales Relationships Using the right mode of communication after you make a mistake is vital; it's especially so for salespeople wanting to repair relationships with customers.business people shaking handsKaslyn Tidmore and Judith Anne Garretson Folsecommunicationmarketingresearchsales06/03/2024communication,marketing,research,saleshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/two-word-lessons.phpTwo-Word Lessons to My 20-Something SelfI never put myself in a state of anguish wondering what might have been … could have been … should have been. Rather, I think about the lessons I’ve learned that have shaped me and placed me exactly where I’m supposed to be.Stacey Masonpencil and bulbStacey Masonleadershipperspectives05/28/2020Stacey Mason,leadership,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/ultimate-epic-formula.phpUltimate Formula to Becoming EPIC at Walton CollegeAs a student in the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas, you have the capacity and the opportunity to be EPIC.Matthew Wallerclassroommatt wallerperspectives01/23/2019matt waller,perspectivesValuing Neurodiversity in the Workplace How can workplaces be actively inclusive of neurodiverse employees? Learn how the double empathy problem contributes to issues with organizational fit.Cartoon image depicting how individuals brains work differentlyHiba Tahir, Maira Ezerins, Lauren Simon, and Christopher Rosen organizations and teamsresearch08/15/2023organizations and teams,researchUncivil Society: The Effects of Incivility at Home on WorkHow much of your home life is affecting you at work? Explore how incivility from your partner can impact your relationship with your job and coworkers. A couple amid an argument while sitting on a couch. Article: "Uncivil Society: The Effects of Incivility at Home on Work"Mitchell Simpson, Christopher Rosen, Lauren Simonorganizations and teamsresearch02/14/2023organizations and teams,researchWhat Artists and Entrepreneurs Can Teach One Another It's often said that art and business are like oil and water: they don't mix. Find out what Walton scholars are doing to correct this misperception.. Woman standing at a desk with vibrant photos behind herAbbi Ross, Adrienne Callander, Michael CummingsAbbi RossAdrienne CallanderMichael Cummingsentrepreneurshipresearchsevistrategy03/29/2022Abbi Ross,Adrienne Callander,Michael Cummings,entrepreneurship,research,sevi,strategyUnderstanding African Startups’ Exponential Growth African startups raised billions early in 2022. Find out how entrepreneurs and investors operate in the African startup ecosystem to create this amazing growth.Understanding African Startups’ Exponential Growth Miranda Stith, Narmine Ben Aissa economicsresearchstudent success07/26/2022economics,research,student successhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/venture-intern-program.phpAn Internship Like No OtherInternships are a rite of passage for most college students, providing a bridge between what they learn on campus and what they will experience in the professional world.Deb Williamsgirls discussingDeb WilliamsOEIentrepreneurshipperspectives07/08/2020Deb Williams,OEI,entrepreneurship,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/walton-alumnus-facts.php7 Facts about a Walton College Alumnus who is an EPIC SuccessHe is an Arkansan who is a successful leader and a man of integrity. Here are seven facts you should know about his business career.Matthew Wallergary norcrossleadershipmatt wallerperspectivesstudent success11/30/2018leadership,matt waller,perspectives,student successUnderstanding How Non-GAAP Reports Can Provide Investor BenefitWhy should non-GAAP reports interest firms? Learn how to provide value by analyzing data outside the generally accepted accounting principles.Magnifying glass highlighting numbers on a pageMitchell Simpson, Zac Wiebe accountingresearch10/17/2023accounting,researchWhat Drives Problematic Technology Use?How do technology habits devolve into dependencies? Find out how your device dependence might be contributing to your burnout and what you can do to stop it.Man that looks stressed, in a dark room working on his laptopMitchell Simpson, Zachary Steelmanisysresearch10/11/2022isys,researchUnderstanding How You're WiredUnderstanding How You're WiredStacey MasonStacey Masonleadershipperspectives09/20/2021Stacey Mason,leadership,perspectivesWere These Books Built to Last?Does the advice in Good to Great and Built to Last stand the test of time? A breakdown of how these two classics hold up in today's business climate.Man reading while overlooking classic booksStephen Caldwellleadershipperspectives12/14/2023leadership,perspectivesUnderstanding User Perceptions of Privacy, Security PoliciesWith security, as with most things, seeing is believing. Find out how businesses can benefit from telling their customers about security improvements.Man working on computer, sending files to a protected cloudMitchell Simpson, Rajiv SabherwalMitchell SimpsonRajiv Sabherwalconsumer behaviorisysresearch04/07/2022Mitchell Simpson,Rajiv Sabherwal,consumer behavior,isys,researchhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/what-jb-hunt-looks-for.phpWhat JB Hunt Looks for In Supply Chain Management RecruitsGreat people have made J.B. Hunt a great company. Those people represent many different disciplines, but as a leader in the supply chain industry, we obviously depend heavily on leaders with expertise in supply chain management.Kirk Thompsonjb huntKirk Thompsonleadershipperspectivessupplychain01/21/2020Kirk Thompson,leadership,perspectives,supplychainhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/university-for-online-degree.phpPicking Your Perfect University for Earning an Online Business DegreeWhen evaluating a business college, consider the same types of factors you would if you were moving to the campus.Stephen Caldwelllaptop perspectivesstephen caldwell04/04/2019perspectives,stephen caldwellhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/university-innovation.phpUniversity Innovation Is a Cycle, Not an ArrowAll of our students deserve an opportunity to be scholars and entrepreneurs, explorers and changemakers, and the evidence shows that this is not only possible, but good for everyone.Sarah Goforthgroup discussing an innovationOEISarah Goforthentrepreneurshipperspectivesstudent success07/31/2020OEI,Sarah Goforth,entrepreneurship,perspectives,student successGetting the Message Across In times of flux and confusion, clear communication is of utmost importance. Find out how businesses can reach their patrons through effective messaging.Abbi Ross04/8/2022https://walton.uark.edu/insights/up-to-code-marketers-encourage-competition.phpUp to Code: Do Regulated Markets Encourage Competition?One of the principle tenets of the American economy is the idea of competition — the notion that each business or firm has equal chance to compete in the U.S. market.Michael Adkison, Jake B. Gradygraphic image of coin as pizzaJake B. Grandyentrepreneurshipmichael adkisonresearchsevistrategy09/25/2020Jake B. Grandy,entrepreneurship,michael adkison,research,sevi,strategyWhat Can Twitter Teach Us About Politics? Can we use Twitter and Facebook to hold politicians accountable? This student project compares politicians' tweets to their legislative actions.Twitter birds in a speech bubble with a paper shaped megaphoneJack Traviseconomicsresearch06/28/2022economics,researchUpgrading Your Education Through Graduate CertificatesLooking to upskill so you can compete in your field? Or do you need new skills to switch jobs? Build your career with one of our graduate certificate programs.Businesswoman receiving graduate certificate Stephen Caldwellperspectivesstudent success08/23/2022perspectives,student successWhat CEOs Want Grads To KnowMatthew Waller shares advice for students from top executives and CEOs: follow your heart, develop your skills, keep curious, build relationships, and more.2023 graduation tassel and someone holding a lightbulb; Article: "What CEOs Want Grads To Know" by Stephen CaldwellStephen Caldwellleadershipstudent success05/11/2023leadership,student successUsing Automation as a Tool in ForecastingThe future of automation doesn’t necessarily need to be zero-sum. Instead, integrating automation with human inputs can improve quality and response times.Digital forecasting projection highlighting 2023Mitchell Simpson, John Aloysius researchsupplychain12/07/2023research,supplychainWhat a Waste of TimeWe do lots of things with time. We keep time, spend time, use time, and lose time. How do we avoid, though, the unthinkable: wasting time.a man standing next to clocks in the waterStacey Masonperspectives05/23/2024perspectivesDon't Let the Wording Fool You: Understanding the Effects of Loan Application FormatsThe formatting of loan applications has a profound influence on consumer borrowing decisions. New research examines the implications for borrower and lender. 3 individuals discussing loan applicationKaslyn Tidmore; Daniel Villanovamarketingresearch08/06/2024marketing,researchWhy Strong, Ethical Business Practices are Good for Your Bottom Line The ROI for firms that operate with integrity is high - they perform better financially, see more trust from stakeholders, and are more sustainable.Business Integrity Leadership Initiative from the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas; A man holding a safety symbol.Cindy Moehringleadershipperspectives08/30/2023leadership,perspectiveshttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/why-the-force-is-with-economics-students.phpWhy ‘The Force’ Is With Economics StudentsRaja Kali, the chair of the Department of Economics at the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas, likes to use the Star Wars analogy with students and prospective students who are considering economics as a major, because it makes the point that economics underlies almost every aspect of human interactions.Stephen Caldwelldeserteconomicsperspectivesstephen caldwelltheforce10/22/2020economics,perspectives,stephen caldwell,theforceWhy Volunteer?Did you know that volunteering has physical, mental, and career benefits? Read on the top reasons why college students should start volunteering.Group of multi-ethnic people, people with differing abilities , volunteers planting tree in parkStephen Caldwellperspectivesstudent success12/08/2022perspectives,student successSharing Leadership Often Enhances Team PerformanceWhen organizations restructure their leadership culture by allowing teams to self-lead, motivation and performance increase. Team of people working on a chart togetherAlyssa Riley, Adam Stoverinkmanagementresearch09/24/2024management,researchWhy We Should Work Out During Work HoursEstablishing the value of physical health in our working lives, to the benefit of employers and employees. employees workoutMitchell Simpson, Chris Rosenhealthhealthcaremanagementresearchworkplace03/04/2022health,healthcare,management,research,workplaceUnderstanding How COVID Disrupted Air Freight MarketsDiscover how COVID-19 disrupted air freight markets and transformed supply chain strategies, from initial shock through industry adaptation and recoveryairliner above freight containersVictoria Hernandez, Rodney Thomas researchsupplychain10/22/2024research,supplychainHow I Became A Woman in Supply ChainDuring my childhood, I played with my younger brother’s trucks, trains and planes (in the spirit of full disclosure, he also played with my dolls). I’d love to tell you that this was the foundation for my passion for logistics and supply chain management, but it wasn’t. Like many students that enter my classroom today, I didn’t know anything about this part of business. However, this is where I would find my passion and success. How did that happen?Stephanie Thomas at the WISE SymposiumStephanie P. Thomasscmr08/13/2021scmrSocial Media Showdowns: The Strategic Power of Brand-to-Brand BanterAs brands strive for a strong social media presence, feuding with the competitors has become a quick and easy way to drive engagement. But could it backfire?social media boxing matchKaslyn Tidmore; Ashutosh Bhavemarketingresearch08/27/2024marketing,researchhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/women-and-collaboration-in-supply-chain.phpWomen and Collaboration in the Supply ChainThe implications are that beyond just diversity initiatives, there may be a business case for more women in supply chain roles that span firm boundaries.John AloysiusWomen and Collaboration in the Supply ChainJohn Aloysiusresearchsupplychain03/05/2021John Aloysius,research,supplychainhttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/working-entrepreneur.phpConfessions of an Entrepreneur: Working for an EntrepreneurIt may not always be easy or fun to work for an entrepreneur. But you can learn something from them!Mark Zweigtornado of work artMark Zweigentrepreneurshipperspectives10/23/2019Mark Zweig,entrepreneurship,perspectivesWriting with PurposeGiven the flood of text in the Information Age, writing is more important--and more common--than ever before. Here are some tips on writing with purpose.Woman writing in a bookLiza Vammenliza vammenperspectivesstudent success02/02/2022liza vammen,perspectives,student successWhy Summer School MattersEnrolling in summer school classes can accelerate degree completion, benefiting both students and institutions. So why don't more students enroll?classroom of empty yellow and grey desks with bright summer sun in top leftAshton York, Andy Brownbackeconomicsresearch09/10/2024economics,researchYet Another Reason to Hate System DelaysSystem delays harm UX, job satisfaction, revenue, and learning complex material; new research explores why they affect your brain they way they do.Man frustrated at laptop delayAlyssa Riley; Kevin Harmonisysresearch06/25/2024isys,researchFinding the Goldilocks Zone: How Government Contracts Boost (or Hinder) Firms’ Profitability Doing business with the government creates challenges & unexpected effects on firms' bottom lines; finding the right balance and customer mix is crucial. capitol building reflecting on office buildingMitchell Simpson; Brian Fugate and Matt Wallerresearchsupplychain08/15/2024research,supplychainYou Might Need a Safety Net(work) When Working With the GovernmentSome organizations are better poised than others to resist the downsides of contracting with the largest consumer in the world: the U.S. government.Image of a government building with a person on a laptop with security and web iconsJack Travis, Brian Fugateresearchsupplychain08/22/2023research,supplychainHow Security and Privacy Concerns Shape App UsagePrivacy and security concerns affect mobile app usage post-download. ISO standards don't improve user trust, but usefulness can offset concerns.Women working on computer with digital overlay on imageKaslyn Tidmore, Varun Grover, and Rajiv Sabherwal emerging technologyisysresearch02/20/2024emerging technology,isys,researchYou’re Making Me Look Bad: What Drives Social Media DisengagementWhen a brand’s other customers behave poorly, we can feel vicarious shame. The extent of that shame depends on how closely we affiliate with the brand.Shadow of fans upset at a sporting eventMitchell Simpson, Daniel Villanovamarketingresearch10/10/2023marketing,researchAn Economists' Guide to Surviving the PGA TourMigrant social networks provide necessary support for foreign players on the PGA tour, especially during their inaugural season. golf ball on the cusp of falling into the holeAlyssa Riley, Raja Kalieconomicsresearch10/29/2024economics,researchZoom Fatigue May Be Here To StayWhy are Zoom calls so draining? Learn how virtual meetings force impression management and can increase the mental and emotional load required to participate.Business with sticky notes on his eyes falling asleep Nabiha Khetani, Chris Rosen, Maira Ezerinsorganizations and teamsresearch05/02/2023organizations and teams,researchCSR in the Spotlight: Balancing Compliance and InnovationGrowing consumer awareness and demand have pushed companies to adopt robust CSR practices, influencing their supply chain partners to align with these values.vegetation in the shape of a semi truckKaslyn Tidmore; Jason Ridgeresearchsupplychain08/20/2024research,supplychainBridging Theory and Practice: The Impact of the Walton MBA Do Good Project3 years, 25 projects and counting: Walton MBA student groups explore what business integrity, ethics, and leadership through action in the Do Good programWalton MBA StudentsCindy Moehring, Adam Stoverinkleadershipperspectivesstudent success01/31/2024leadership,perspectives,student successHuman Skills, NOT Soft SkillsQuit calling them "soft skills" already! Soft skills - communication, collaboration, resourcefulness, resliience - are highly social, "human" skills. Woodblock images denoting emotional intelligence and soft skillsStacey Masonleadershipperspectives09/03/2024leadership,perspectivesUnraveling the Impact of Political Conversation on Workplace Dynamics Politics is always in the background, even at work. Everyone should be aware of how our political discussions affect those who may overhear them.young woman ostracized from work conversationKaslyn Tidmore; Christopher Rosen and Maira Ezerinsmanagementresearch07/09/2024management,researchRedefining Privacy in Personal, Professional, and Digital WorldsNew research that grew out of a global colloquium hosted by the University of Arkansas Honors College explores personal, professional, and digital privacy.padlock on keyboardRyan Sheets; Lynda Coon and Mary Lacityemerging technologyresearch08/08/2024emerging technology,researchSome Grapevines Have Deep RootsWe've all heard gossipping is bad, but that's not always the case: workers can also use gossip to decide whether management has made the right decisions.multiple people talking and sharing secretsMitchell Simpson; Christopher Rosenmanagementresearch07/16/2024management,researchWhy Your Favorite App May Fail Abroad Why do some apps fail in foreign markets? Examine how cultural distance and investor selection/diversity affects app success or failure abroad.image of globe coming out of a smartphoneAlyssa Riley; Varun Groverisysresearch07/30/2024isys,researchWhat COVID-19 Taught Us about How We Deal with StressThe pandemic reshaped how we handle stress at work. Learn more about different coping mechanisms & their effectiveness in the post-pandemic workplace.stressed man on left; covid image on rightKaslyn Tidmore; Maira Ezerins, Christopher Rosen, and Rebecca MacGowanmanagementresearch07/23/2024management,researchInvesting in your Firm's AI FutureWhen a firm decides to invest in AI, managerial perceptions and preferences of this emerging technology may affect investment decisions. automated warehouse imageVictoria Hernandez, Abhijith Anandemerging technologyresearch09/17/2024emerging technology,researchSlowing Down to Speed Up: The Power of Ethical Tech DevelopmentBy grounding design in ethical principles, developers are able to align emerging technology with human values aimed at enhancing social impact. computer generated image holding justice scalesMeghan Perry; Amber Young and Tamara Rothisysresearch04/15/2025isys,researchtrueLow-Skilled Labor Suffers More in a Less Dynamic Labor MarketEmployer concentration reduces worker turnover, impacting wages and job mobility for less educated workers in low-skill industries.garment workersMitchell Simpson, Raja Kali, and Andrew Yizhou Liueconomicsresearch10/17/2024economics,researchMaster of Science in Marketing Prepares Graduates for SuccessWalton College's MS in Marketing program provides hands-on experiences with that equips graduates with skills for success in competitive industries.Program director Craig Geiger leading a discussionKaslyn Tidmoremarketingperspectivesstudent success10/10/2024marketing,perspectives,student successtrueWhen Windall Taxes Create Market HeadwindsExplore the windfall effect of the Energy Profits Levy on oil & gas firms, the spillover effect on the wider energy industry. A must-read for policymakers.pennies spilling out of a broken piggy bankMitchell Simpson, Kris Alleeaccountingresearch10/01/2024accounting,researchtrueA Roadmap to Income Statement Standardization Investment professionals' preferences shed light on efforts to improve financial reporting clarity and income statement standardization. income balance sheetKaslyn Tidmore; Kris Allee accountingresearch11/05/2024accounting,researchtrueThe Perils of Personal Connections in Mergers and Acquisitions Friendships between CEOs and their financial advisors can foster improved communication, but these same relationships prove to be detrimental for M&A deals.men shaking hands over pile of moneyKaslyn Tidmore; Dobrina Jandik and Tomas Jandikfinanceresearch11/12/2024finance,researchHow Strategic Revision Rescued a Low Enrollment ProgramA struggling, low enrollment program's revival serves as a blueprint for other universities to successfully transform programs facing similar challenges.Students working in empty classroomKaslyn Tidmore; David Reavisleadershipresearchstudent success11/19/2024leadership,research,student successWhy — and for Whom — Promotional Press Releases MatterWhen companies need to attract stakeholder attention, turning to promotional press releases can be an effective strategy to highlight positive achievements.press release file folderAlyssa Riley; Caleb Rawson accountingresearch12/03/2024accounting,researchtrueMachine Learning Improves Accounting Research, PracticeMachine learning transforms the way accounting firms and researchers work by its ability to detect fraud, improve predictions, and analyze complex datasets. AI charts and graphsAshton York; Vernon Richardson accountingresearch12/10/2024accounting,researchMBA Leadership Summit Fosters Resilience and Tranformational ChangeTop executives share leadership lessons at the Walton MBA Leadership Summit. Major themes include psychological safety, servant leadership, and growth mindset.woman standing in crowd Ajani Josephleadershipperspectivesstudent success12/12/2024leadership,perspectives,student successTop 5 Takeaways from the 2024 Walton MBA Leadership SummitEMBA students share perspectives on the Walton MBA Leadership Summit. Influential leaders credit integrity and a passion for learning for their success. Shelley Simpson answering question on stageRitiga Ravichandran and Tendai Deteleadershipperspectivesstudent success12/19/2024leadership,perspectives,student successFrom Magic Mushrooms to Medical Breakthroughs: The Future of PsilocybinPsilocybin decriminalization for therapeutic use has shifted public interest away from riskier psychedelics like MDMA and LSD. human brain surrounded by psychedelic colors and shapesAlyssa Riley; Ashutosh Bhave01/07/2025What Role Can AI Play in Your Procurement Strategy? Research reveals actual AI adoption rates in procurement, offering insights for managers on implementation barriers, benefits, and strategic considerations. selecting AI icon on digital screenRyan Sheets; Remko van Hoekresearchsupplychain01/14/2025research,supplychainMaintaining Trust During a Data BreachOne-size-fits-all communication after a data breach can further harm a firm's reputation. Instead, firms should adopt strategic responses to maintain trust.broken lockKaslyn Tidmore; Varun Groverisysresearch01/21/2025isys,researchHow Understanding Cognitive Biases Protects Us Against DeepfakesDeepfakes are created to exploit our vulnerabilities, but understanding psychological and moral frameworks can help us critically evaluate online content.line of adults looking at phonesMeredith Taylorleadershipperspectivestopfeatured01/28/2025leadership,perspectives,topfeaturedConflicting Values in e-Government ApproachesE-governmental services promise efficiency for users, but information systems implementation does not always align with public values. app widgets representing government agenciesMitchell Simpson; Tamara Rothisysresearch02/04/2025isys,researchHighlights from the 2025 Business Forecast LuncheonNobody knows just how 2025 will unfold: downside risks could sink everyone’s forecasts or events could prove these economists' forecasts (mostly) true.Panel of speakers at Business Forecast Luncheoneconomicsperspectives02/11/2025economics,perspectivesGoing the Extra Mile for Last-Mile DeliveryA three-step framework of LMD— pre-delivery, delivery, and post-delivery— examines how stakeholder interactions shape the success of online retail. Delivery man carries packageAlyssa Riley; Nicolò Masorgo, David D. Dobrzykowski, and Brian S. Fugateresearchsupplychain02/18/2025research,supplychainKnowing Your Values: Stay True to YourselfEngaging in a process in which you critically examine your personal and organizational values can help you make decisions that are both ethical and authentic. hand holding a compassMeredith Taylorleadershipperspectives02/25/2025leadership,perspectivesMaking Sense of Graduate Business School Course EvaluationsCreating a more nuanced understanding of student evals may unlock a stronger sense of best practices and better identify leaders in online education.young woman takes online classRyan Sheets; Ashutosh Bhavemarketingresearch03/04/2025marketing,researchBeyond Utility: How Fashion Drives Consumer Tech ChoicesDiscover how IT fashion influences consumer tech choices, driving adoption through social status, novelty, and personal identity expression.woman wears virtual reality headseatVictoria Hernandez; Varun Groverisysresearch03/11/2025isys,researchNo Check Swings: Walton College Goes Big on AI and Supply ChainWalton College's Daniel Stanton and Janeth Gabaldon discuss how their course equips students with the skills and mindset to thrive in an AI-enhanced world.illustration of human and machine communicating through screenMeghan Perry; Daniel Stanton and Janeth Gabaldonperspectivesstudent successsupplychain03/18/2025perspectives,student success,supplychainNavigating Tough Choices: How to Act on Your ValuesStrengthen workplace integrity with the Giving Voice to Values framework, transforming ethical principles into daily practices that shape company culture.rock sculpture on beachMeredith Taylorleadershipperspectives03/25/2025leadership,perspectivesAsking the Right Questions Can Shape MarketsWhen analysts pose unique questions during the Q&A section of earnings conference calls, they gather information that can lead to more accurate forecasts.illustration of people at a long table looking at charts and graphsAshton York; Kristian Allee accountingresearch04/02/2025accounting,researchLetting It Out: The Power of Workplace VentingWhile venting at work can cause distress for those who listen, it can also trigger empathetic responses that can lead to more supportive work environments.woman consoling coworkerKaslyn Tidmore; Christopher Rosenmanagementresearch04/08/2025management,researchGood People, Bad Systems: When Performance Incentives Undermine EthicsThe road to unethical behavior is paved with good intentions, but systems that encourage values-based action can help build ethical workplace cultures.work colleagues gather around tableMeredith Taylorleadershipperspectives04/22/2025leadership,perspectivesBreaking the Texting Habit: Why Young Drivers Take the Risk Even though young drivers know that texting while driving is dangerous, many still do it. New research uncovers why this occurs, shaping future interventions.woman holds steering wheel in one hand, cell phone in otherAlyssa Riley; Janeth Gabaldonresearchsupplychain04/29/2025research,supplychainRethinking Job Interviews for Autistic ApplicantsIn order to increase hiring accuracy—thereby creating a more talented workforce—employers should replace traditional hiring practices with inclusive ones.woman faces a man and a woman during job interviewKaslyn Tidmore; Maira Ezerins, Lauren Simon and Christopher Rosenmanagementresearch05/06/2025management,researchWork to Live, or Live to Work? The Effects of Working Long HoursThe short-term productivity gains of working long hours don't outweigh the long-term losses to one's health, well-being and performance.illustration of employee working at desk inside clockAlyssa Riley; Christopher Rosenmanagementresearch05/13/2025management,researchParent Traps and Switching Costs Parenthood affects everyone's career mobility, but certain demographic groups face steeper barriers to advancement after their first child is born.workspace arranged with both work and baby itemsAlyssa Riley; Andrew Liueconomicsresearch05/20/2025economics,researchThe Quiet Damage of Conflicts of Interest: What They Erode Inside a BusinessConflicts of interest undermine cultures of integrity, harming individual and organizational performance, sustainability and reputation. business woman holding tickets shakes hands with manMeredith Taylorleadershipperspectives05/27/2025leadership,perspectivesWhat Jakarta Can Teach Us About Public Transportation Research on the challenges faced by Jakarta's bus rapid transit reveals how a focus on rider preferences can help make the network more attractive to users.interior of busVictoria Hernandez; Arya Gaduheconomicsresearch06/03/2025economics,researchHow Socioeconomic Status Affects Employee Well-beingJob resources mediate the relationship between socioeconomic status and employee well-being, offering insights for organizations and policymakers.chess pawns atop stacks of coins of varying heightsAlyssa Riley; Maira Ezerins and Christopher Rosenmanagementresearch06/10/2025management,researchBreaking the Bond Code: New Research Can Improve Investor DecisionsNew research identifies the strongest functioning corporate bond performance models, enhancing investment analysis for investors, fund managers, and regulators.mapping gains and losses of investmentsMeghan Perry; Tim Rileyfinanceresearch06/17/2025finance,researchThe Hidden Cost of Integrity in Systems that Reward ComplianceHow do we create a workplace culture that supports integrity? Nurture an environment where speaking up is rewarded and encouraged.seated row of professional women with one holding finger to lipsMeredith Taylorleadershipperspectives06/24/2025leadership,perspectivesApplying Advanced Machine Learning Techniques to Healthcare ResearchWalton College grad student Rafid Zaman Pranto uses the innovative approach of causal forests to analyze how people make decisions regarding healthcare. illustration of doctor with computer imageryMeghan Perryeconomicsresearch07/01/2025economics,researchStronger Together? How Social Networks Shape Global M&A SuccessCEO networks and bilateral ties increase shareholder value in global mergers and acquisitions when paired with strong formal financial institutions.colorful pictograms of people connected by arrowsKaslyn Tidmore; Dobrina Jandik and Tomas Jandikfinanceresearch07/08/2025finance,researchBoardroom Differences Fuel IT Value Generation, Better GovernanceCorporate board diversity in knowledge and expertise maximizes IT investment value generation, while demographic differences show no meaningful impact.illustration of corporate board meetingRyan Sheets; Rajiv Sabherwalisysresearch07/15/2025isys,researchIt's Not (All) About the Money: Why Executives Switch JobsGeography impacts executive compensation packages more than previously believed, revealing that top talent might prioritize a desirable location over money.wooden icon of a house placed on a mapVictoria Hernandez; John Delerymanagementresearch07/22/2025management,researchWho's Really in Charge? Locus of Control and the Integrity GapHow we assign blame or credit for an outcome — whether on external forces or personal choices — plays a role in ethical decision making. head shapes and arrowsMeredith Taylorleadershipperspectives07/31/2025leadership,perspectivesMetaverse's Reality Check: Cryptocurrency vs. Digital Wallets A study of consumer behavior in VR retail environments reveals that consumers are slow to adopt cryptocurrency over familiar, trusted payment methods.man in vr headset selects shopping optionsMeghan Perry; Leah Smithmarketingresearch08/05/2025marketing,researchWhat Digital Transformation Really Means and Why Most Companies Are Missing the PointTrue digital transformation is not just about adding IT upgrades; it's a fundamental shift in how organizations structure themselves around digital resources.data lines over planet earthMeghan Perry; Varun Groverisysresearch08/12/2025isys,researchA New Roadmap to Life Success Personality-based taxonomy provides insights for talent management by highlighting pathways to success: contentment, agentic engagement and self-transcendence. Multi colored abstract opening doors on grassy field on sunny summer dayRyan Sheets; Michael Wilmotleadershipmanagementresearch08/19/2025leadership,management,researchShining a Light on Corporate Political Spending Corporate political transparency (CPT) bolsters firm performance by reducing agency costs and fostering stakeholder trust by signaling ethical governance.glass piggy bank with coinsVictoria Hernandez; Jason Ridgeorganizations and teamsresearch08/26/2025organizations and teams,researchIncreasing Chat-isfaction: Creating Positive Customer Experiences through ChatDialogical online chat boosts digital sales and customer satisfaction. Firms that tailor chat to customer motives build stronger trust, loyalty and engagement.two interlocking speech bubblesVictoria Hernandez; Judith Anne Garretson Folsemarketingresearch09/03/2025marketing,researchHarmonizing Innovation: Orchestrating Enterprise Systems with Digital TechThe orchestration of established enterprise systems with emerging digital technologies empowers firms to innovate, adapt and thrive in fast-changing markets.Conductor managing digital screens and geometrical objectsSarah Luhtanen; Varun Groverisysresearch09/09/2025isys,researchOne Size Fits None: Why Public Health Messaging Must Be TailoredNew research explores how social and legacy media shaped public discourse of COVID-19 protective behaviors, influencing risk judgments and health decisions.doctor uses tablet to send messagesAlyssa Riley; Shaila Mirandaisysresearch09/16/2025isys,researchHow Culture Affects Users' Privacy ConcernsCultural differences impact mobile cloud app privacy concerns post-adoption. Study reveals how collectivism, power distance affect user retention globally.digital lock in foreground with pixelated globe in backgroundVictoria Hernandez; Rajiv Sabherwalisysresearch09/23/2025isys,researchThe $31 Billion Question: What AI and Machine Learning Really Do for Supply ChainsAI and machine learning revolutionize supply chain logistics, delivering best results when combined with robust information sharing and coordinated operations.illustration of man using ai in logistics and supply chain managementMeghan Perry; Janeth Gabaldonresearchsupplychain09/30/2025research,supplychainHow and When Firms, Industries, and Executives Have Political InfluenceShifting political contexts—from party control to ideology—influence firms’ lobbying, PAC contributions and government contract pursuits. capitol building with red and blue cash backgroundVictoria Hernandez; Jason Ridgeleadershiporganizations and teamsresearch10/07/2025leadership,organizations and teams,researchHow Germany's FLORA System Became the Blueprint for Intergovernmental IT SuccessGermany’s blockchain-based FLORA system modernized asylum processing, streamlining intergovernmental data sharing while boosting efficiency and security.digital code road conceptAlyssa Riley; Alexander Rieger and Tamara Rothisysresearch10/14/2025isys,researchHow Online Language Shapes Group Identity OfflineOnline language patterns of ideological groups can influence emotions and social identity, encouraging an us-vs-them mentality and division between groups.speech bubble connected to multiple speech iconsAlyssa Riley; Shaila Mirandaisys10/21/2025isysHow Sharing IT Resources May Help — or Hinder — Business AgilitySharing IT resources with partners can strengthen collaboration and performance—but may also create challenges when shared systems limit flexibility or control.Abstract servers, databases, and applications connected by glowing lines, representing IT resource sharing and agility.Abhijith Anand CIO strategyITbalancing IT standardization with flexibilitybenefits of shared applications and databusiness agilityemerging technologyhow IT infrastructure affects business agilityinformation systemmanagementresearchresource sharing11/04/2025CIO strategy,IT,balancing IT standardization with flexibility,benefits of shared applications and data,business agility,emerging technology,how IT infrastructure affects business agility,information system,management,research,resource sharingtrueHow Hiring Decisions by Industry Leaders May Shape Local Labor MarketsThis study shows how hiring decisions by large industry-leading firms interact to influence local labor markets—revealing that increases in one firm’s job postings can reduce others’ hiring through wage competition and tighter matching conditions.A professional, minimalist illustration depicting interconnected business figures and digital nodes symbolizing competition for talent among large firms. The design represents how hiring decisions by major companies influence labor markets and workforce dynamics.Andrew Yizhou Liueconomicseffects of vacancy postings on wages and matching frictionshow large firms shape local labor marketsindustry leaderslabor demandmanagementresearchstrategic complementarity in hiringvacancy postingswage competition11/11/2025economics,effects of vacancy postings on wages and matching frictions,how large firms shape local labor markets,industry leaders,labor demand,management,research,strategic complementarity in hiring,vacancy postings,wage competitionWhy Do Consumers Risk Their Lives to Climb Mountains? Insights Into Mortality, Identity, and Meaning in Adventure TourismThis study reveals how mountaineers find meaning and identity through preparation and mastery rather than thrill, offering marketing and industry leaders new insight into how consumers pursue fulfillment, manage risk, and align with values in high-stakes experiences.A team of climbers ascends a steep, snow-covered slope toward rugged peaks.Steven W. Koppadvernture tourismconsumer behavioridentity transformationmanagementmarketingmortality saliencemortality salience and consumer behaviormountaineeringmountaineering as identity transformationresearchrisk-takingsymbolic meaning in extreme sportswhy consumers take risks in adventure tourism11/18/2025advernture tourism,consumer behavior,identity transformation,management,marketing,mortality salience,mortality salience and consumer behavior,mountaineering,mountaineering as identity transformation,research,risk-taking,symbolic meaning in extreme sports,why consumers take risks in adventure tourismCorporate Crypto Assets and Fair-Value Accounting: Evolving Practices in the Digital AgeThe study reveals that many firms treated crypto like investment assets rather than intangibles, foreshadowing the new fair-value standards under ASU 2023-08.An abstract blue illustration featuring cryptocurrency symbols like Bitcoin and Ethereum beside financial charts and documents, representing corporate crypto accounting and fair-value reporting.Jonathan Shipmanaccountingaudit firm influence on crypto disclosureaudit practicescryptocurrency accountingdigital assetsfair-value accounting for crypto assetsfair-value reportingfinancefinancial disclosurehow companies account for cryptocurrencyimpact of ASU 2023-08 on corporate reportingresearch11/25/2025accounting,audit firm influence on crypto disclosure,audit practices,cryptocurrency accounting,digital assets,fair-value accounting for crypto assets,fair-value reporting,finance,financial disclosure,how companies account for cryptocurrency,impact of ASU 2023-08 on corporate reporting,researchThe Short-Lived Loyalty of Subscription Free Shipping ProgramsUsing real-world data from a UK apparel retailer, the study finds that while subscriptions initially boost spending and order frequency, these effects fade over time.Three cardboard boxes stacked on a doorstep, representing the growth and challenges of subscription-based free shipping programs in e-commerce.Ashutosh BhaveE-commerceFree ShippingSubscription Programsbasket sizebehavioral effects of shipping programsconsumer behaviorcustomer retentiondesigning tiered shipping subscriptionshow subscription free shipping impacts profitabilitylow-priced itemsmanaging small-basket economicsmarketingprofitabilityrenewal ratesresearchretail strategysunk-cost effect12/02/2025E-commerce,Free Shipping,Subscription Programs,basket size,behavioral effects of shipping programs,consumer behavior,customer retention,designing tiered shipping subscriptions,how subscription free shipping impacts profitability,low-priced items,managing small-basket economics,marketing,profitability,renewal rates,research,retail strategy,sunk-cost effectAligning Hospitals and Suppliers: A Data-Driven Path to Lower Procurement Costs This research from David D. Dobrzykowski provides a data-driven framework that helps hospitals and GPOs optimize vendor tier contracts to significantly reduce procurement costs while strengthening supplier relationships.An illustration of a healthcare supply chain professional reviewing data on a laptop, connected visually to icons representing hospitals, suppliers, and delivery vehicles.David DobrzykowskiGPO optimizationcost reductiondata-driven optimization for hospital procurementhealthcare operationshospital procurementhow GPOs can improve healthcare supply chain efficiencyresearchsupply chain leadershipsupplychaintier pricingvendor contractsvendor tier contract decision-support models12/09/2025GPO optimization,cost reduction,data-driven optimization for hospital procurement,healthcare operations,hospital procurement,how GPOs can improve healthcare supply chain efficiency,research,supply chain leadership,supplychain,tier pricing,vendor contracts,vendor tier contract decision-support modelstrueWhen Waiting Helps: How Brief Delays Can Strengthen Digital DecisionsThis research shows how brief, intentional digital delays can enhance user decision making, strengthen cybersecurity behaviors, and improve overall performance by encouraging deeper cognitive processing.A professional working at a computer reviews a cybersecurity login screen in a modern office setting.Kevin Harmonresearchtopfeatured12/16/2025research,topfeaturedFinding Real Skill in Bond Funds: Separating Manager Talent from Market LuckThis research analyzes whether active bond fund managers truly create value for investors or if apparent success reflects chance and market dynamics.A stylized financial graphic showing rising bar charts, a dollar symbol, a bond icon, and an upward-moving line, representing how market momentum shapes investor reactions to earnings information.Lifa Huang, Wayne Y. Lee and Craig G Rennieresearch12/23/2025researchWhat Makes Retail Media Networks Work? New Insights from Retail-Supplier RelationshipsRetail media networks (RMNs) are reshaping how retailers and suppliers collaborate. This research explores what drives RMN success — from managing first-party data and reporting transparency to maintaining trust between retailers and suppliers.An illustration showing a smartphone and a laptop displaying online shopping carts and marketing analytics, symbolizing retail media networks and digital advertising between retailers and suppliers.Rodney Thomas, Stephanie Thomas, Molly Rapert, Brent Williams & Andy Murraybalancing personalization and privacy in retail advertisingbuilding trust in retail mediaconsumer behaviordata-drivin advertisinghow retail media networks workmanagementresearchretail media networksretail media vs traditional marketingretail strategysupplier relationships12/30/2025balancing personalization and privacy in retail advertising,building trust in retail media,consumer behavior,data-drivin advertising,how retail media networks work,management,research,retail media networks,retail media vs traditional marketing,retail strategy,supplier relationshipsRecognizing the Chat Signals That Separate Buyers from BrowsersThis research shows how subtle cues in online chat conversations can help firms distinguish high-intent buyers from casual browsers, enabling more effective real-time engagement and sales responses.An abstract network of connected chat bubbles highlights how certain conversational signals stand out within digital interactions to indicate stronger buyer intent.Valerie Goodresearch01/06/2026researchHow Purchase Limits Can Backfire During Disaster PreparednessThis research shows that retailer-imposed purchase limits before natural disasters can unintentionally increase consumer stockpiling, highlighting how behavioral responses like anchoring can undermine well-intended supply chain policies.An illustrated scene showing essential goods stacked against an approaching storm visually represents consumer stockpiling behavior and supply pressure during disaster preparedness.Adriana Rossiter Hoferresearchscmrcsupplychain01/13/2026research,scmrc,supplychainWhen Reporting Internal Control Problems Costs Audit Partners The research investigates how audit firms reassign and reward engagement partners after they issue adverse internal control opinions under SOX 404(b), revealing potential disincentives that may discourage accurate reporting of material weaknesses.A conceptual illustration shows a central business leader balancing opposing directional forces, symbolizing the professional and organizational pressures involved in making high-stakes oversight and accountability decisions.Ashleigh Bakke & Stephen Roweresearchtopfeatured01/20/2026research,topfeaturedThe Strategic Tradeoffs of Sharing User Data in Mobile EcosystemsThis study uses the rollout of Apple's HealthKit to analyze how data-sharing participation on mobile platforms shapes app innovation, competitive dynamics, and ultimately, user demand.Close-up of a smartphone screen displaying a health app icon featuring a pink heart on a white square background. The device's edge is visible.Varun Groverresearchtopfeatured01/27/2026research,topfeaturedHow Organizations Can Build More Effective Neurodiversity Hiring ProgramsThis research investigates why many neurodiversity hiring programs struggle to produce lasting, organization-wide impact, as well as how treating these initiatives as catalysts for broader workplace change — rather than stand-alone programs — may lead to more effective and sustainable outcomes.A row of colorful office chairs with sleek designs. The focus is on an orange chair, with blue, yellow, and red chairs blurred in the background, creating a vibrant tone.Lauren Simonresearch02/03/2026researchHighlights from the 2026 Business Forecast LuncheonOn January 30, the Sam M. Walton College of Business’s Center for Business & Economics Research hosted the 32nd Annual Business Forecast Luncheon, where presenters discussed what may be on the horizon for the global, national, and local economies in 2026.Mervin Jebaraj on stage, presenting his economic forecast to the audience.Jenni Wiltzeconomicsperspectivesresearchtopfeatured02/06/2026economics,perspectives,research,topfeaturedDesigning Driver Feedback Systems That Actually Improve Fuel EfficiencyThis research examines how driver ranking systems can boost or reduce fuel efficiency depending on how that feedback is delivered, indicating the importance of feedback design and delivery for logistics leaders.Tractor-trailers lined up beside fuel pumps at a truck stop.Christian Hofer & Ha Lamresearchsupplychaintopfeatured02/10/2026research,supplychain,topfeaturedUnderstanding Short-Term Shock and Long-Term Recovery After Data BreachesHow does a data breach affect the victims' trust, attitudes, and behavioral intentions? This study takes a look at how individuals react over time and what industry professionals can expect after a data breach.An abstract graphic of blue locked padlocks surrounding a larger red padlock with a broken handle, symbolizing a data breach.Rajiv Sabherwalresearchtopfeatured02/17/2026research,topfeaturedFair Value Estimates in Mergers May Offer Insight into Future Cash FlowsThis research uses purchase price allocation disclosures from nearly 600 U.S. public mergers and acquisitions to examine whether fair value estimates provide decision-useful information about post-merger performance.A magnifying glass overlays a digital cityscape, revealing circuit patterns and bar graphs. The tone is futuristic and analytical, emphasizing technology.Jonathan E. Shipman & Zac Wieberesearchtopfeatured02/24/2026research,topfeaturedWhy the Market Often Misses the Real Value of InnovationThis research shows that limited investor attention can cause markets to undervalue patents initially, suggesting firms should use longer-horizon, attention-aware measures to better assess the true economic value of innovation.Tablet displaying line and bar graphs on a desk with charts, a magnifying glass, glasses, and coffee cup, conveying data analysis focus.Yu Wangresearchtopfeatured03/03/2026research,topfeaturedWhat Retailers Should Know Before Choosing an Online Sales FormatThis research examines how two online retail formats—agency selling and reselling—are associated with product-level sales performance, which can help retail executives decide which of their products to market in each format.Image showing a variety of consumer electronics and accessories, including headphones, a smartwatch, and a camera, displayed in the foreground. In the background, two digital storefronts with shopping-related icons symbolize online and physical shopping experiences.Valerie Goodresearchtopfeatured03/10/2026research,topfeaturedWhat Supply Chain Disruptions Reveal about Speed, Cost, and Business ContinuityThis research shows how firms adjust transportation mode decisions during supply chain disruptions, using logistics flexibility to manage delays and uncertainty.An abstract collection of layered images including a ship, containers, a jet, and a globe symbolizing the global supply chain.Rodney Thomas & Matthew Wallerresearchscmrcsupplychaintopfeatured03/17/2026research,scmrc,supplychain,topfeaturedHow CEO Language Can Amplify or Cushion Earnings SurprisesThis research suggests that the language CEOs use to frame growth and risk priorities can influence how investors respond to earnings surprises, highlighting executive communication as a strategic factor in capital markets outcomes.A businessman in a suit stands at a conference table, using a megaphone, with stock charts and data visuals in the background, symbolizing communication of financial concepts.Joel Andrusresearchtopfeatured03/24/2026research,topfeaturedWhy Some Hospital Analytics Investments Pay Off — and Others StallThis research shows that hospital analytics investments generate significantly higher long-term returns in complex clinical settings like intensive care, but require longer time horizons, highlighting the importance of aligning capital allocation with clinical process complexity.A split image comparing advanced and basic hospital rooms. Left shows a room with multiple monitors and equipment; right, a simpler setup with one monitor.Abhijith Anandresearchtopfeatured03/31/2026research,topfeaturedThe Personality Patterns That Predict Counterproductive BehaviorThis research shows that workplace misconduct is more strongly predicted by specific combinations of personality traits than by any single trait, offering HR leaders new ways to approach hiring, development, and misconduct risk management.A man in a shirt and tie focuses on his laptop at a desk. Behind him, silhouettes depict stress and chaos with arguing, walking, and paper flying.Michael Wilmotresearchtopfeatured04/07/2026research,topfeaturedEpisode 147: World Trade Center Arkansas and Trade Promotion with Denise ThomasIn this episode of Be EPIC, Matt is joined by Denise Thomas, the Chief Executive Officer and 14-year veteran of the World Trade Center Arkansas. Listen as Denise shares the details of her work at the World Trade Center Arkansas, including her passion for growing and developing local businesses.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller11/03/2021Episode 140: Bob Nash on the Importance of NetworkingIn this episode of Be EPIC, Matt is joined by Bob Nash, a nonprofit and political consultant, and former Assistant to the President and Director of Presidential Personnel under President Clinton. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller09/15/2021Episode 231: A Conversation with ChatGPTThis week on the Be Epic podcast we are introducing a new kind of episode, a conversation with ChatGPT-4.Be Epic PodcastMatt Waller06/14/2023Episode 145: Carol Goforth on Cryptocurrency and Regulatory IssuesIn this episode of Be EPIC, Matt is joined by Carol Goforth, university professor at the University of Arkansas School of Law. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller10/20/2021Episode 232: Improving Economic Performance in the Heartland with Ross DeVol and Blake WoolseyThis week on the podcast, Matt sits down with Heartland Forward’s President and CEO Ross DeVol and Chief Communications and Development Officer Blake Woolsey.Be Epic PodcastMatt Waller06/21/2023Episode 208: A Deep Dive on J.B. Hunt Transport Services with John RobertsTo kickoff the CEO series, this week Matt sat down with John Roberts, chief executive officer of J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. Be Epic PodcastMatt Waller01/04/2023Episode 21: Anthony Lewis Reflects on His Extensive and International Finance CareerAnthony Lewis is the Vice President of Value Portfolio Holdings at AT&T and a Walton College Alumnus. He has been with AT&T for 35 years. Before working at AT&T, Anthony worked as the Director of Finance at Telkom in South Africa and Senior Auditor at Ernst & Young. Anthony received his BSBA in Accounting from the University of Arkansas and MBA in Finance from The University of Texas at Austin.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller04/24/2019Episode 58: Amy Watson Explains Her Research on the Impact of Symbiotic ConsumptionAmy Watson is an Assistant Professor of Marketing and TED Talk Fellow at Oregon State University-Cascades. She received her Ph.D. in Marketing from the Sam M. Walton College of Business. Amy's teaching areas include Principles of Marketing, digital analytics, advertising/promotions, consumer behavior, and statistics.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller02/12/2020Episode 131: Adam Stoverink Discusses the Walton College MBA Programs and Company Culture During Work From HomeIn this episode of Be EPIC, Matt is joined by Adam Stoverink, director of MBA Programs and associate professor of management at the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller07/07/2021Episode 189: Blooming Where You Are Planted with Shelley SimpsonThis week on the podcast Matt sits down with Shelley Simpson, President of J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller08/24/2022Episode 157: Adapting Your Business to Outside Influences with Paul GuessMatt talks to Paul Guess about leaving the corporate environment to start his own businesses and how to adapt to the constantly evolving challenges of owning your own business.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller01/12/2022Episode 6: Anne O'Leary-Kelly Shares Her Passion for Student SuccessAnne O'Leary-Kelly is the Senior Associate Dean of the Walton College of Business. She received her B.A. from the University of Michigan and received her Ph.D. in Business Administration and Management from Michigan State University.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller01/09/2019Episode 168: Agreeableness and Its Effect on the Workplace with Michael WilmotThis week Matt sat down with Michael Wilmot, Assistant Professor of Management in the Walton College, to discuss his recently published paper on agreeableness and it's consequences. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller03/30/2022Episode 120: Anne O’Leary-kelly on Return to Work and Psychological ContractsIn this episode of Be EPIC, we discuss how employee expectations have adjusted in a remote environment and making conscious strides towards fair treatment in the workplace. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller04/21/2021Episode 34: Alan Ellstrand Discusses the Success of His Freshman Business Connections ClassEach year, Alan teaches Freshman Business Connections to first year students. This class helps students transition from high school to college, understand the resources available to them, and learn the importance of networking in business.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller08/21/2019Episode 85: Andy Murray Explains Customer Centric Leadership and His Involvement With the Walton CollegeAndy Murray is a subject matter expert and thought leader in retail and shopper marketing. He has extensive leadership experience through senior roles as SVP of Marketing at Walmart, Chief Customer Officer of Asda UK, as well as founding several startups including ThompsonMurray, Saatchi and Saatchi X, Mercury 11, and most recently, BigQuest. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller08/19/2020Episode 136: Alan Ellstrand on Assurance of Learning and How Walton College Is Closing the LoopIn this episode of Be EPIC, Matt is joined by Alan Ellstrand, associate dean for programs and research and professor in the Department of Strategy, Entrepreneurship and Venture Innovation at the Sam M. Walton College of Business.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller08/18/2021Episode 126: Blythe Eggleston Explains Life-long Learning in the Walton CollegeIn this episode of Be EPIC, Matt is joined by Blythe Eggleston, the Director for Executive Education at the Sam M. Walton College of Business. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller06/02/2021Episode 13: Allan Peretz of Bold Retail Talks About the Future of EcommerceAllan Peretz is the Co-Founder and President at Bold Retail, Inc. Bold Retail is a management consulting company that helps potential businesses grow faster. They specialize in eCommerce Marketplace and Direct-to-Consumer selling.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller02/27/2019Episode 97: Anne O’Leary-Kelly and Molly Rapert Discuss What Students Are Experiencing Due to COVID-19Molly and Anne have recognized the hardships students face as it relates to the pandemic. Through this, they have learned more about the identity loss students have experienced, in addition to the resilience they have learned. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller11/11/2020Episode 116: Ammen Jordan Shares His Professional Path and the Benefits of Active TransportationIn this episode of Be EPIC, Ammen and I discuss his passion for the outdoors and sustainability, how he navigated his different professional roles, and the physical and emotional benefits of active transportation.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller03/24/2021Episode 134: Ben Hasan on Walmart’s National and Global Diversity, Equity and Inclusion EffortsIn this episode of Be EPIC, Matt is joined by Ben Hasan, senior vice president and chief culture diversity, equity and inclusion officer at Walmart.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller08/04/2021Episode 269: Augmenting Artificial Intelligence Through Cross-Functional Perspectives with Varun GroverBrent sits down with Varun Grover, Distinguished Professor of Information Systems and George & Boyce Billingsley Endowed Chair in the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas.Be Epic PodcastBrent Williams04/03/2024Episode 30: Barry Davidson Talks About His Inspiration for Founding Caddo Mountain Spring Water, LLCBarry Davidson founded Caddo Mountain Spring Water, LLC in 2014. The idea for the company came to Barry when he and his wife were road tripping across the southwest. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller07/24/2019Episode 10: Bill Dillard II Shares How His Background in Business Made Him a Successful CEOWilliam (Bill) T. Dillard II is the current CEO and Chairman of Dillard's. Bill has served as the CEO since 1998 and Chairman since 2002. In addition to this, Bill is a Walton alumnus and a current member of the Arkansas Business Hall of Fame.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller02/06/2019Episode 148: Finding Success in Writing with Janis KearneyIn this episode of Be EPIC, Matt is joined by Janis Kearney, co-founder and president of Read.Write.Share and published author.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller11/10/2021Episode 125: Brent Williams Explains the SWOT Analysis He Created for Walton CollegeIn this episode of Be EPIC, Matt is joined by Brent Williams, the Associate Dean for Executive Education and Outreach and Garrison Endowed Chair in Supply Chain Management at the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller05/26/2021Episode 98: Bjorn Simmons Discusses Building Access to Community and Capital for Underrepresented FoundersBjorn Simmons is the managing partner and co-founder for Venture Noire, whose mission is to accelerate diverse businesses in the digital economy. They focus on providing curriculum, mentorship and access to capital to high potential diverse entrepreneurs. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller11/18/2020Episode 18: Brent Williams Talks About Trends Related To Forecasting and Its Interaction With InventoryBrent D. Williams, Ph.D. is the Associate Dean for Executive Education and Outreach and Garrison Endowed Chair in Supply Chain Management in the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller04/03/2019Episode 28: Bob East Reflects on His Business Ventures at East Harding INC. And Advanced Cabling SystemsBob East is the owner of East Harding Inc. & Advanced Cabling Systems. He received a BSBA in Finance and Administration from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller06/12/2019Episode 135: Bob Sauerberg on How Curiosity and Mentorship Led Him to Become CEO of Condé NastIn this episode of Be EPIC, Matt is joined by Bob Sauerberg, a Walton College alumnus and the current lead director and board member at Reddit.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller08/11/2021Episode 113: Brett Biggs Discusses How To Develop Managerial, Leadership, and Organizational SkillsMatt Waller talks with Biggs about his hefty responsibilities, how to develop leadership and managerial skills, and what makes a strong team.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller03/03/2021Episode 119: Bobby Franklin on Venture Capital Supporting the American Entrepreneurial EcosystemBobby Franklin is the president and CEO of National Venture Capital Association, which advocates for public policy that supports the American entrepreneurial ecosystem. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller04/14/2021Episode 100: Brian Fugate and Daniel Stanton Discuss Being Thought Leaders in the World of Supply ChainOn this week's episode of the Be EPIC podcast, Brian Fugate and Daniel Stanton join Matt Waller to discuss the importance of thought leadership in the Supply Chain field. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller12/02/2020Episode 43: Brad Henry Discusses Long Term Capital Appreciation and Advice for University StudentsBrad Henry is the Managing Partner at Natural Capital. He's an alumnus of the Walton College and has held many finance roles around Arkansas. Brad is passionate about the future of Arkansas and sees great value in investing in the heartland of the U.S.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller10/23/2019Episode 8: Brent Robinson of Modthink Provides Insight Into the Importance of Micro InfluenceBrent Robinson is a 2004 Walton MBA alumnus and the CEO and Chief Thought Officer of Modthink Marketing, a Fayetteville-based full-service digital marketing agency. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller01/23/2019Episode 91: Brandy Yelton Discusses the Boyer Fellowship and the Impact of the Walton College on Her Life TodayBrandy Yelton is the Director of Treasury and Marketing for Surge Energy America. As a student in the Walton College of Business, Brandy was the recipient of the Boyer Fellowship -- the largest awarded on the University of Arkansas campus. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller09/30/2020Episode 25: Brian Fugate and Remko Van Hoek Expand on Topics in Their New Blockchain BookBrian Fugate is the Chair of the Department of Supply Chain Management in the Sam M. Walton College of Business. Remko Van Hoek is a clinical full professor of Supply Chain Management at the University of Arkansas in the Sam M. Walton College of Business.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller05/22/2019Episode 149: Building a Global Pet Business with Jeff SimmonsIn this episode of Be EPIC, Matt is joined by Jeff Simmons, president and CEO of Elanco, a leader in farm animal and pet health solutions, treating and preventing disease in more than 90 countries. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller11/17/2021Episode 133: Brendon Merkley on How Solar Can Improve Sustainability of EnergyIn this episode of Be EPIC, Matt is joined by Brendon Merkley, Chief Operating Officer at GoodLeap to discuss his ten year career in solar and how solar can improve sustainability of our world’s energy.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller07/14/2021Episode 155: Bringing Job Sites to Life with Byron AlleyIn this episode of Be EPIC, Matt is joined by Byron Alley, division manager of CR-Edge. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller12/29/2021Episode 243: Driving Sustainable Transformation at Arvest Bank with Laura MerlingThis week on the podcast, Brent sits down with Laura Merling, Chief Transformation and Operations Officer at Arvest Bank.Be Epic PodcastBrent Williams09/06/2023Episode 69: Brent Robinson Discusses the Internship Program at Modthink MarketingBrent Robinson is a 2004 Walton MBA alumnus and the CEO and Chief Thought Officer of Modthink Marketing, an agile marketing agency in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Modthink provides digital media solutions to many clients including subject matter experts in the Sam M. Walton College of Business.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller04/29/2020Episode 245: Building a Bike Trail Ecosystem with Gary VernonThis week on the podcast we are continuing with the Business of Outdoor Recreation series as Brent sits down with Gary Vernon, Director of Outdoor Recreation and Trail Innovation at Runway Group.Be Epic PodcastBrent Williams09/20/2023Episode 74: Brian Fugate Discusses the Creation of the New Master’s of Science in Supply Chain ManagementBrian Fugate is a professor, Oren Harris Chair in transportation, and chair of the Department of Supply Chain Management at the Sam M. Walton College of Business. His innovation in this area led to the creation of the Masters of Science in Supply Chain Management program.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller06/03/2020Episode 33: Brian Fugate, Stephanie Thomas, and Brian Johnson discuss the topic of the Gartner ModelSupply chain leaders discuss the talents and attributes that are needed in the market. Stephanie Thomas is a professor in the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas. Brain Johnson, an executive with Gartner, shares his experience leading organizations to optimize their Supply Chain Organization. Brian Fugate is the Department Chair of Supply Chain Management at the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller08/14/2019Episode 79: Brian Shaw Discusses His Start in the Real Estate Industry and Gives EPIC Advice To Current StudentsBrian Shaw is the CEO and Principal of Cushman & Wakefield | Sage Partners in Rogers, AR. Brian first became interested in studying real estate in high school, and chose to study industrial engineering. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller07/08/2020Episode 188: Changing the World through Economics with John ListThis week on the podcast, Matt talks with John List, the Kenneth C. Griffin Distinguished Service Professor of Economics at the University of Chicago and Chief Economist at Walmart.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller08/17/2022Episode 191: Building a Growth-Minded Startup with Carter MalloyWe begin the entrepreneur series with Carter Malloy, founder and CEO of AcreTrader, which is a land transaction and investment technology company based in Fayetteville. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller09/07/2022Episode 262: Championing Innovation in Racing with Eric JacksonWe continue the Arkansas Business Hall of Fame series with Eric Jackson, SVP of Oaklawn Hot Springs.Be Epic PodcastBrent Williams02/06/2024Episode 205: Building A Regional Entrepreneurial Ecosystem with Michael BaschAs we continue in the Capital Allocator series, Matt sits down with Michael Basch this week, Managing Partner of Atento Capital.Be Epic PodcastMatt Waller12/14/2022Episode 143: Charles Morgan on Big Data and ScalingIn this episode of Be EPIC, Matt is joined by Charles Morgan, a University of Arkansas alumnus, CEO, chairman of First Orion, and Arkansas Business Hall of Fame inductee. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller10/06/2021Episode 203: Building a Strong Investment Team with Clete BrewerThis week on the podcast Matt continues the Capital Allocators series by talking with Clete Brewer, managing partner at New Road Capital Partners.Be Epic PodcastMatt Waller11/30/2022Episode 170: Building a Vibrant and Inclusive Community in Northwest Arkansas with Robert BurnsIn this episode of the Be Epic podcast, Matt talks with Robert Burns, Director of the Home Region for the Walton Family Foundation.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller04/13/2022Episode 200: Capital Allocation and Investment Metrics with Brad HenryMatt sits down to discuss the ins and outs of capital allocation with Managing Partner of Natural Capital, Brad Henry.Be Epic PodcastMatt Waller11/09/2022Episode 194: Building An Engaging Startup Culture with Stan Zylowski and April SeggebruchContinuing the Entrepreneur Series of the Be Epic podcast, Matt sits down with Stan Zylowski and April Seggebruch of Movista. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller09/28/2022Episode 185: Changing the Education Landscape with Coursera's Jeff MaggioncaldaThis week Matt talks to Jeff Maggioncalda, CEO of Coursera, one of the largest online learning platforms in the world.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller07/27/2022Episode 246: Building an Outdoor Brand from the Ground Up with Kile GravesThis week on the podcast we continue our Business of Outdoor Recreation series with Kile Graves, Director of Operations at beardedgoat and Walton College alum.Be Epic PodcastBrent Williams09/27/2023Episode 244: Conserving Arkansas's Natural Treasures with Austin BoothThis week on the podcast we kick off the Business of Outdoor Recreation series. For the first episode, Brent sits down with Austin Booth, director of the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission.Be Epic PodcastBrent Williams09/13/2023Episode 255: Building Business Relationships with Mario RamirezThis week on the Be Epic podcast, host Brent Williams welcomes guest Mario Ramirez, President of M Ramirez Group and Chief Client Officer for Golden Rod Companies.Be Epic PodcastBrent Williams12/06/2023Episode 180: Creating a Global and Executive Mindset with Ann BordelonThis week Matt is joined by Ann Bordelon, Vice Chancellor for Finance & Administration for the University of Arkansas.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller06/22/2022Episode 226: Building Supply Chain Resiliency with Tracy RosserThis week on the podcast Matt sits down the Tracy Rosser, current Strategic Advisor at NewRoad Capital Partners.Be Epic PodcastMatt Waller05/10/2023Episode 7: Carol Goforth Provides Insight Into Cryptocurrency and Its Function as a Cyber EconomyCarol Goforth is a University Professor and the Clayton N. Little Professor of Law at the University of Arkansas School of Law. She is the former Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and a former Arkansas Bar Foundation Professor of Law.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller01/16/2019Episode 181: Building the World’s First Human Centered Automation Technology With Charu ThomasThis week Matt sat down with Charu Thomas, CEO of Ox and member of Forbes 30 Under 30.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller06/29/2022Episode 219: Building Your Leadership Skills with Allie HazelwoodThis week on the podcast Matt sits down with Allie Hazelwood, Walton College alum and Senior Vice President, Fulfillment Operations for Walmart U.SBe Epic PodcastMatt Waller03/22/2023Episode 52: Carter Clark Discusses His College Career and the Keys to Success in Real EstateCarter Clark is the Owner/Broker of Weichert Realtors - The Griffin Company. In addition to playing on the Razorback men's basketball team, he graduated from the Walton College in 2001 with a degree in Finance and Small Business Entrepreneurship. Carter's interest in real estate began in college, where he started a Christmas light hanging business and began buying rental properties.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller01/01/2020Episode 66: Charles Nabholz Discusses the Importance of Integrity at Nabholz CorporationCharles Nabholz is the Chairman Emeritus of the Nabholz Corporation. Charles' brother, Bob, founded Nabholz Corporation in 1949. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller04/08/2020Episode 265: Charting the Course for Walton College's Future with Brent WilliamsBrent sits down with a familiar face, Dean Emeritus Matt Waller as Matt turns the mic around for a conversation with Brent.Be Epic PodcastBrent Williams02/28/2024Episode 86: Cindy Moehring and Barbara Lofton Discuss Diversity, Speaking Up, and the New Let’s Talk SeriesCindy Moehring is the Founder and Executive Chair of the Business Integrity Leadership Initiative at the Walton College. Barbara Lofton is the Assistant Dean of the Sam M. Walton College of Business and Director of the Office of Diversity and Inclusion. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller08/26/2020Episode 253: Cultivating Community Connections with Adam, John and Nathan Rutledge of First Security BankThis week on the podcast, Brent sits down with Nathan, Adam, and John Rutledge from First Security Bank.Be Epic PodcastBrent Williams11/15/2023Episode 107: Cindy Moehring Discusses Business Integrity and Her Upcoming “Let’s Talk About Fraud” ProgramIn this episode of the Be EPIC Podcast, Moehring shares the importance of business integrity and her upcoming program, “Let’s Talk About Fraud.”Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller01/20/2021Episode 128: David Loseby on How His Wide Variety of Experiences Transformed His CareerIn this episode of Be EPIC, Matt is joined by David Loseby, director of procurement at Rolls-Royce, to discuss his experiences in purchasing and procurement.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller06/16/2021Episode 137: Claiborne Deming on Proactive Leadership and Seizing Opportunities in BusinessIn this episode of Be EPIC, Matt is joined by Claiborne Deming, former CEO and current chairman of the board at Murphy Oil Corporation and inductee to the Arkansas Business Hall of Fame. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller08/25/2021Episode 254: Decoding Retail Media Networks: A Deep Dive with Andy Murray, Molly Rapert, and Rod ThomasThis week on the podcast, Brent is joined by fellow Walton College colleagues, Andy Murray, Molly Rapert, and Rod Thomas, to discuss their newly released white paper on retail media networks.Be Epic PodcastBrent Williams11/22/2023Episode 122: Co-founders of MORE Technologies on the Process and Acquisition of Their StartupIn this episode of Be EPIC, Matt is joined by four University of Arkansas students, Peyton Smith; Canon Reeves; Rex Hearn; and Kaushik Ramini, co-founders of MORE Technologies. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller05/05/2021Episode 118: Collin Jones on How to Position and Prepare Yourself for Success in the Digital EconomyIn this episode of Be EPIC, Collin provides insight on experiences that can be valuable to pursue in college and skills that will position you to find success in the tech and digital industry. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller04/07/2021Episode 150: History of the Walton CollegeIn this landmark 150th episode of Be EPIC, host Matt Waller takes us on a trip through the comprehensive history of the Sam M. Walton College of Business. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller11/24/2021Episode 272: Crafting Walmart’s Customer-Centric Supply Chain with David GugginaBrent welcomes David Guggina, Executive Vice President of Supply Chain at Walmart.Be Epic PodcastBrent Williams04/24/2024Episode 260: Cultivating Legacy and Agricultural Innovation with John Conner, Jr.We kickoff the Arkansas Business Hall of Fame series with John Conner Jr., President of Holden-Conner Company.Be Epic PodcastBrent Williams01/24/2024Episode 153: Cutting-Edge Innovation in NWA with Toby TeeterIn this episode of Be EPIC, Matt is joined by Toby Teeter, director of The Collaborative, the University of Arkansas innovation catalyst in Bentonville. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller12/15/2021Episode 106: Craig Harper Discusses J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc.’s Sustainability InitiativesIn this week’s Be EPIC Podcast episode, Harper discusses sustainability, alternative fuels, and his advice to college students on how to be a successful leader. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller01/13/2021Episode 221: Creating a Seamless Shopping Experience with Tom WardThis week on the podcast Matt sits down with Tom Ward, EVP and Chief eCommerce Officer of Walmart U.S.Be Epic PodcastMatt Waller04/05/2023Episode 184: Creating a Successful Career with Tiffany HamiltonThis week on the podcast, Matt sits down with Tiffany Hamilton, Vice President of Sales - Hardware and Club at Reckitt.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller07/20/2022Episode 190: Developing a Global Leadership Mindset with Anton VincentThis week on the podcast Matt sat down with Anton Vincent, President for Mars Wrigley North America and former President at General Mills of multiple divisions.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller08/31/2022Episode 192: Creating A Sustainable Business with Andrew Gibbs-Dabney, CEO of LIVSN DesignsContinuing the Entrepreneur Series of the Be Epic podcast, Matt talks with Andrew Gibbs-Dabney, Founder and CEO of LIVSN Designs.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller09/14/2022Episode 259: Cultivating Community Wellbeing with Curtis BarnettBrent sits down with Curtis Barnett, President and CEO of Arkansas Blue Cross Blue Shield and member of the Walton College Dean's Executive Advisory Board.Be Epic PodcastBrent Williams01/17/2024Episode 198: Diving Into I3R with Ranu JungMatt sits down with Ranu Jung, Founding Executive Director and Endowed Chair for the Institute for Integrative and Innovative Research (I3R).Be Epic PodcastMatt Waller10/26/2022Episode 264: Cultivating Innovation at the Intersection of Academia and Industry with Mary Lacity and Remko Van HoekBrent sits down with Walton College colleagues Dr. Mary Lacity and Dr. Remko Van Hoek to discuss their co-authored work on research that is working in real-time with industry partners.Be Epic PodcastBrent Williams02/21/2024Episode 212: Driving Innovation in a 100 Year Old Company with Judy McReynoldsThis week on the Be Epic podcast we are kicking off a short series of conversations with the 2023 Arkansas Business Hall of Fame Inductees. We begin the series with Judy McReynolds, Chairman, President and CEO at ArcBest.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller02/01/2023Episode 16: Dan Worrell Discusses the Advent of the Supply Chain Department and Strategic Direction of WaltonDan Worrell is the Interim Department Chair in the Department of Management at the Sam M. Walton College of Business. Dan served as Dean of the Walton College from 2005 to 2012. Dr. Worrell also currently holds the Corporate Responsibility Professorship in Management. He has served in a variety of higher education administrative positions spanning over two decades. Positions have included: department chair; associate dean; and 15 years of service as a dean at three different business schools.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller03/20/2019Episode 241: Driving Sustainable Growth in the Evolving Food Industry with Wendy Jean BennettThis week on the podcast, Brent sits down with Wendy Jean Bennett, vice president of retail commerce leadership at Tyson Foods.Be Epic PodcastBrent Williams08/23/2023Episode 82: Dani Monroe Discusses Untapped Talent, Unconscious Bias, and Diversity, Equity, and InclusionDani Monroe is the Vice President and Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer - Mass. General Brigham, the largest healthcare organization in Massachusetts. Dani has a master's degree in organizational development from Pepperdine University. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller07/29/2020Episode 248: Driving Momentum in Arkansas' Climbing Economy with Dennis NelmsThis week on the podcast we continue with the Business of Outdoor Recreation series with Dennis Nelms to discuss the growing industry of climbing in Arkansas.Be Epic PodcastBrent Williams10/11/2023Episode 24: Darrell Chambliss Discusses What Peaked His Interest in Transportation and Time at Waste ConnectionsDarrell W. Chambliss has been Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Waste Connections since October 2003.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller05/15/2019Episode 169: Effectively Leading a Complex Brand Portfolio with Tom TedfordTom Tedford, President and CEO of ACCO Brands, joins Matt to discuss the magic behind effectively managing brand acquisitions and leading a company with a complex product portfolio. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller04/06/2022Episode 65: Dave Wengel and Mary Lacity Explain How Blockchain Technology Is Being Used in Certified ResumesDave Wengel is the Founder & CEO of iDatafy, a real-time information services company. Mary Lacity is a Professor of Information Systems and Director of the Blockchain Center of Excellence at the Sam M. Walton College of Business. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller04/01/2020Episode 64: Elaine Longer Explains Her Career Path in Finance and Tips for Students Entering the WorkforceElaine Longer is the Founder and Portfolio Manager of Longer Financial. She received her MBA from the Walton College and the CFA designation shortly after. Elaine served as the President for Longer Investments Inc which later became Longer Financial, an affiliate of Prime Capital Investment Advisors.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller03/25/2020Episode 236: Designing Intuitive Technology with Empathy and Purpose with Josh Smith and Jonathan SasseThis week on the podcast Matt sits down with Josh Smith and Jonathan Sasse, co-founders of Metova. Be Epic PodcastMatt Waller07/19/2023Episode 139: Elpida Ormanidou on Resilience Through Adversity and Succeeding in AnalyticsIn this episode of Be EPIC, Matt is joined by Elpida Ormanidou, VP of Data Science at Starbucks and Sam M. Walton College of Business alumna. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller09/08/2021Episode 95: Dinesh Gauri Discusses Marketing Science and the Benefits It Provides to CompaniesDinesh Gauri is a Professor of Marketing at the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas. Dinesh has expertise in marketing science as well as retail strategy, pricing, analytics, big data, omnichannel, and shopper marketing. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller10/28/2020Episode 217: Diving Into the World of HR with Jonathan CaldwellThis week on the Be Epic podcast Matt sits down with Jonathan Caldwell, SVP and Chief People Officer at Valvoline.Be Epic PodcastMatt Waller03/08/2023Episode 121: Dominique Lebigot and Remko Van Hoek on the Future of ProcurementIn this episode of Be EPIC, Matt is joined by Dominique Lebigot, chief purchasing officer at LVMH Wines & Spirits, and Remko Van Hoek full professor of practice of Supply Chain Management at the Walton College. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller04/28/2021Episode 257: Empowering Students for Sales Success with Judith Anne Garretson Folse and John BallentineBrent sits down with Judith Ann Garretson Folse, Department Chair, and John Ballentine, the sales program director, both from the Department of Marketing at the Walton College.Be Epic PodcastBrent Williams01/03/2024Episode 55: Doug Parker Discusses the Importance of Culture and Strategy at American AirlinesDoug Parker is the CEO of American Airlines Group Inc. He has served as the CEO of multiple airlines and has led companies through challenging times like 9/11 and the Great Recession. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller01/22/2020Episode 109: Dr. Lisa Williams Gives Insight on Being an Entrepreneur and CEO of World of EPIDr. Lisa Williams is a former professor at the University of Arkansas who went on to start her own business. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller02/03/2021Episode 108: Entrepreneurs Quinn and Austin Simkins Discuss Their Business Natural Way Food GroupOn this episode of the Be EPIC Podcast, The Simkins brothers sat down with Matt Waller to discuss founding their company and the triumphs and challenges of entrepreneurship. Be EPIC Podcast Matt Waller01/27/2021Episode 196: Following Your Passion Into Your Career with Brendan QuirkThis week on the Be Epic podcast Matt sits down with Brendan Quirk, CEO and President of USA Cycling, for a very special episode on all things cycling leading into the Cyclocross World Cup, which will be hosted October 14-16, 2022 in Fayetteville, Arkansas.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller10/12/2022Episode 207: Investing in Northwest Arkansas with Don HuffnerIn this next iteration of the capital allocator series, Matt sits down with Don Huffner, Vice President at RZC Investments.Be Epic PodcastMatt Waller12/28/2022Episode 225: Entrepreneurship and Outdoor Recreation at the University of Arkansas with Jason Ridge, Taryn Mead, and Matthew MyersThis week on the podcast, Matt sits down with Jason Ridge, Taryn Mead, and Matthew Myers with the Sam M. Walton College of Business.Be Epic PodcastMatt Waller05/03/2023Episode 146: Entrepreneurship and Passion in Arkansas with Zak HealdIn this episode of Be EPIC, Matt is joined by Zak Heald, owner of NorthWest Arkansas ALIVE!, partner in Farm Studios, owner of Intercut Productions, and partner in Fyrecycle.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller10/27/2021Episode 268: Envisioning Progress Through Regional Cooperation with Nelson PeacockBrent sits down with Nelson Peacock, President and CEO of the Northwest Arkansas Council.Be Epic PodcastBrent Williams03/27/2024Episode 224: Expanding Economic Development in Arkansas with Mike MaloneThis week on the podcast Matt sits down with Mike Malone, Vice Chancellor for Economic Development at the University of Arkansas.Be Epic PodcastMatt Waller04/26/2023Episode 213: Exploring Change Management, Economics and Capitalism with Curt BradburyThis week on the podcast Matt sits down with Arkansas Business Hall of Fame Inductee Curt Bradbury, Chief Operating Officer of Stephens, Inc.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller02/08/2023Episode 167: Exploring Functional Medicine with Dr. Aunna HerbstThis week Matt sat down with Dr. Aunna Herbst, Chief Medical Officer and co-founder of SALT Health. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller03/23/2022Episode 273: Exploring Leadership Lessons from Award-Winning Walton College Students Kennedy Blair and Jackson WaltonBrent connects with two remarkable Walton College seniors, Kennedy Blair and Jackson Walton.Brent Williams05/01/2024Episode 252: Exploring the Future of Digital Advertising with Kya Sainsbury-CarterThis week on the podcast, Brent is joined by Kya Sainsbury-Carter, the Corporate Vice President for Microsoft Advertising.Be Epic PodcastBrent Williams11/08/2023Episode 229: Exploring the Mind of A Venture Capitalist with Earnest SweatThis week on the podcast, Matt sits down with venture capitalist Earnest Sweat. Be Epic PodcastMatt Waller05/31/2023Episode 256: Exploring the Startup and Venture Studio Model with Josh Stanley and Fahad SiddiquiIn this week's episode of the Be Epic Podcast, Brent converses with Josh Stanley, CEO of Cartwheel Studios, and Fahad Siddiqui, Principal and Senior Vice President at SSI.Be Epic PodcastBrent Williams12/13/2023Episode 158: Exploring the Timber Industry in Arkansas with Peggy ClarkThis week begins our special mini series where Matt sits down with the four Arkansas Business Hall of Fame inductees, starting with Peggy Clark. Peggy is the owner and managing partner of Clark Timberlands and an Arkansas Business Hall of Fame Inductee for 2022. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller01/19/2022Episode 233: Exploring the US Economy with Michael BrownThis week on the podcast Matt sits down with Michael Brown, Principal US Economist for Visa and member of the Walton College’s Dean’s Executive Advisory Board.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller06/28/2023Episode 179: Exploring the Value of a Master's in Supply Chain Management with David DobrzykowskiThis week Matt sits down with David Dobryzkowski, Associate Professor and Director of the Master of Science Program in Supply Chain Management at the Walton College. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller06/15/2022Episode 174: Exploring the World of CEOs with Marlene ColucciMatt speaks with Marlene Colucci, CEO of the Business Council and Vice Chair of the Board of Directors of GXO Logistics, Inc..Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller05/11/2022Episode 193: Exploring the World of Gravel Bikes With Drew MedlockContinuing the Entrepreneur Series of the Be Epic podcast, Matt sits down with Drew Medlock, CEO of Allied Cycleworks.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller09/21/2022Episode 270: Extracting Value from Multinational Perspectives with Judith McKennaBrent sits down with Judith McKenna, former president and CEO of Walmart International.Be Epic PodcastBrent Williams04/10/2024Episode 222: Finding Innovation and Entrepreneurship in the Medical Field with Jared Greer and Spencer JonesThis week on the podcast, Matt sits down with Jared Greer and Spencer Jones to discuss their entrepreneurial ventures in the medical space at Lapovations, Jared is the Co-Founder and CEO and Spencer is the Chief Technology Officer and VP of Sales at Lapovations. Be Epic PodcastMatt Waller04/12/2023Episode 163: Finding Integrations Throughout Your Business from Operations to Supply Chain with Don FriesonIn this week's episode Matt sits down with Don Frieson, Executive Vice President Supply Chain for Lowe's Companies, Inc.Be EPIC Podcast02/23/2022Episode 187: Finding Your Leadership Voice with Ebony WyattThis week Matt speaks with Ebony Wyatt, Customer Vice President - Target and Meijer at General Mills and founder of Ebony Wyatt Speaks LLC.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller08/10/2022Episode 172: Finding Your Passion and a Successful Life With Ambassador Delano LewisIn this week’s episode Matt sits down with Ambassador Delano Lewis, former President and CEO of NPR, and US Ambassador to South Africa, to discuss his expansive career in business and government. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller04/27/2022Episode 154: Illuminating CPG Data with Meagan BowmanIn this episode of Be EPIC, Matt is joined by Meagan Bowman, founder and CEO of STOPWATCH, a cloud-based ERP software for retailers. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller12/22/2021Episode 228: From Scientist to Company President: Embracing Change with Marc de BeerThis week on the podcast Matt sits down with Marc de Beer, President of Aviagen North America. Be Epic PodcastMatt Waller05/24/2023Episode 197: Fueling Up the Entrepreneurial Ecosystem in NWA with Matthew WardThis week on the podcast Matt sits down with Matthew Ward, Director of the Fuel Accelerator and consultant at Startup Junkie.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller10/19/2022Episode 204: Funding Consumer Products and Industrial Commerce Modernization with Sean KoffelThis week on the Capital Allocator Series of the podcast, Matt sits down with Sean Koffel, co-founder and managing partner of Watchfire Ventures.Be Epic PodcastMatt Waller12/07/2022Episode 114: Gary Norcross Talks Business Growth and a Leader’s Need for Self-awarenessBorn and raised in Arkansas and a proud Walton alumnus, Gary Norcross is now the chairman, president, and CEO of FIS, a financial technology company. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller03/10/2021Episode 89: Gary Peters Explains the New Master’s of Professional Accounting ProgramGary Peters’ passion for the outdoors led him to work at a sporting goods store, where he decided he had a larger interest in business. As he studied business, Gary decided to pursue accounting and went on to teach at the University of Georgia. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller09/16/2020Episode 75: Gerald Alley Discusses What Led to His Induction Into the Arkansas Business Hall of FameGerald Alley is the founder and CEO of Con-Real, LP, a diverse company providing construction, real estate, program management, and technology and innovation services to clients and is one of the nation’s largest minority-owned businesses. He was recently inducted into the Arkansas Business Hall of Fame. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller06/10/2020Episode 27: Graham Cobb Discusses Life in Northwest Arkansas and What Drew Him to the AreaGraham Cobb stank at sports so he played in punk rock bands to learn teamwork. He Spent 20+ years earning a PhD in Pizza before heading to Arkansas Business to learn how to engage an audience with content in order find customers for local and national businesses.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller06/05/2019Episode 247: Growing an Outdoor Adventures Business in Arkansas with Austin AlbersThis week on the podcast we are continuing our Business of Outdoor Recreation series with Austin Albers, President and Owner of the Buffalo Outdoor Center in Arkansas.Be Epic PodcastBrent Williams10/04/2023Episode 171: Guiding Entrepreneurs to Success in the Outdoor Recreation Industry With Phil ShellhammerPhil Shellhammer, Director of the Greenhouse Outdoor Recreation Program (GORP) at the University of Arkansas sits down with Matt on this episode of the Be Epic podcast. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller04/20/2022Episode 166: How to Bring an Entrepreneurial Mindset into Your Career with Cedric PenixIn this week's episode Matt sits down with Cedric Penix, Senior Advisory for Enterprise Management Advisors and alum of the Walton College.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller03/16/2022Episode 161: How To Ensure That Innovation is in the DNA of Your Company with Thomas E. Faust Jr.Thomas is the former chairman and chief executive officer of Eaton Vance Corp and current chairman of Morgan Stanley Investment Management.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller02/09/2022Episode 173: How to Incorporate Human Centered Design and Entrepreneurship Into Your Career with Cara OsborneJoining Matt on this week's episode is Cara Osborne, Assistant Professor within the Walton College in the Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Venture and Innovation Department. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller05/04/2022Episode 162: How to Tell An Effective and Inspirational Data Story with Nancy DuarteNancy Duarte, author, speaker and principal and chief executive officer of Duarte Inc., sits down with Matt to discuss data, storytelling and how to effectively communicate data with a human-centered approach. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller02/16/2022Episode 201: Investing in and Exploring SaaS Companies with Brian HenleyIn this next iteration of the Capital Allocators series, Matt sits down with Brian Henley, Managing Partner of Recurring Capital Partners.Be Epic PodcastMatt Waller11/16/2022Episode 238: Implementing Strategic Plans that Deliver Results with Chad ClinehensThis week on the podcast, Matt talks to Chad Clinehens, President and CEO of Zweig Group.Be Epic PodcastMatt Waller08/02/2023Episode 2: John James Talks About Ventures in Venture Capital and E-commerceJohn James is an ex-physician who gave up his practice for the adventure of innovation. He is the founder of Engine Ecommerce, Hayseed Ventures, Acumen Holdings, Legal Sense Publishing, Egora Group and Champions Quiz Preparation. In this episode, John talks about his career path and developing an e-commerce platform. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller12/12/2018Episode 234: Incorporating Business Lessons Into Your Life with Zach WiegertThis week on the podcast, Matt sits down with Zach Wiegert, Managing Principal and Founder at Goldenrod Capital Advisors. Be Epic PodcastMatt Waller07/05/2023Episode 186: Inviting Change Into Your Career With Emi CardarelliThis week Matt is joined by Emi Cardarelli, Head of Wholesale Club - Customer Development at Unilever.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller08/03/2022Episode 182: Integrating Business and Philanthropy at Walmart with Julie GehrkiThis week Matt is joined by Julie Gehrki, Vice President of Philanthropy at Walmart. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller07/06/2022Episode 26: Jade Terminella Discusses Her Entrepreneurship Experience in Northwest ArkansasJade Terminella is the Founder of Company Club, a clubhouse for the modern woman. She has been a Partner at Thatch jewelry for the last 5 years, Co-founded NWA Fashion Week and Lola, where she served as the Apparel Buyer for over 10 years. Jade received her BSBA in Transportation and Logistics from the University of Arkansas in 2006.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller05/29/2019Episode 230: Introducing the Master's of Science in Marketing with Craig GeigerThis week on the Be Epic podcast Matt sits down with Craig Geiger, full time instructor and Director of the newly launched Master's of Science in Marketing degree at the Walton College.Be Epic PodcastMatt Waller06/07/2023Episode 112: J.K. Symancyk Shares the Importance of Continual Learning and Saying “Yes” to New ExperiencesIn this episode of the Be EPIC Podcast, J.K. and Matt talk about the importance of teaching and learning from others throughout your career, and what separates great retailers from the rest of the pack. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller02/24/2021Episode 59: Jane Henry Explains What Led Her To Found SeeHerWork, a Workwear Company for WomenJane Henry is the Founder & CEO of SeeHerWork, a safety consultancy and product manufacturing company that designs, manufactures, and sells workwear. Jane was recently selected as the Walton College Alumni Entrepreneur of the Year.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller02/19/2020Episode 83: Jason Fried Discusses His Software Company, “Basecamp”, and the Importance of a Healthy Work CultureDani Monroe is the Vice President and Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer - Mass. General Brigham, the largest healthcare organization in Massachusetts. Dani has a master's degree in organizational development from Pepperdine University. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller08/05/2020Episode 60: Jason Illian Discusses the Opportunities and Adoption of Disruptive TechnologyJason Illian is the Managing Director at Koch Disruptive Technologies. He has 20+ years of experience leading and building technology companies. Prior to assuming his role at Koch Disruptive Technologies, Jason was the Founder and CEO of BookShout.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller02/26/2020Episode 49: Jessica Salmon and Sarah Goforth Discuss the Impact of the McMillon Innovation StudioJessica Salmon is the Senior Director, Strategy and Innovation of the McMillon Innovation Studio. Sarah Goforth is the Director of Outreach for the Office of Entrepreneurship & Innovation. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller12/04/2019Episode 35: Jim Karrh Discusses the Importance of Storytelling and Delivering the Right MessageJim Karrh is the Founder & CEO of Karrh & Associates. Jim is also the Host of the "Manage Your Message Podcast," a podcast that emphasizes how the secret to growing your business is through natural, everyday conversations. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller08/28/2019Episode 72: Joe Hickman Discusses Blue Star Land’s Growth and His Relationship With Jerry JonesJoe Hickman is the president and general manager of Blue Star Land and is an alum of the Walton College. Through relationships he developed while at the U of A, Joe has had the opportunity to work for the Dallas Cowboys in their real estate endeavors. He has seen firsthand the growth and innovation of the Dallas Cowboys organization in real estate and how it fits together with the other aspects of the organization.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller05/20/2020Episode 23: John Collins, Founder & CEO of Omniix, Shares Insight on the E-commerce AlgorithmJohn Collins is the Founder & CEO of OmniiX, a B2B marketing and advertising firm that specializes in helping brands thrive on Amazon and other e-commerce sites. John is an alumnus of the Walton College and received his BSBA in Financial Management and Investments.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller05/08/2019Episode 103: John Foley Gives His Expertise in High-performance Teams and the Importance of Gratitude.In today's episode of the Be EPIC podcast, Foley explains how the Blue Angels' practical model can benefit an organization's performance and shares his advice for students wanting to Be EPIC in all they do. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller12/23/2020Episode 47: John Kent Discusses Supply Chain China Initiatives and Adoptable Technology in Food SafetyJohn Kent is the Director of Supply Chain China Initiatives at the University of Arkansas. John has experience in both supply chain management and higher education.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller11/20/2019Episode 20: Jon Johnson Discusses the History and Future of SustainabilityJon Johnson is a Walton College Professor of Sustainability and is the Founder and Chairman of the Board of The Sustainability Consortium. His areas of expertise include sustainability, environment, climate change, corporate governance, and social networks within and between organizations. He received his BS and MBA at the University of Arkansas and PhD from Indiana University.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller04/17/2019Episode 105: Jonathan Thompson Shares His Insight as a Young CEOIn today’s episode of the Be Epic podcast, Jonathan Thompson sits down with Matt Waller to discuss his experience as a young CEO and what led to his success in the industry. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller01/06/2021Episode 9: Jonathon Schilling Reflects on His Time as a Walton StudentJonathon Schilling is a 2017 alumnus of the Sam M. Walton College of Business. He received his degree in International Business with an Economics Concentration and graduated summa cum laude. Be EPIC Podcast01/30/2019Episode 129: Joseph Sinay’s Financial Analysis of J.B. HuntIn this episode of Be EPIC, Matt is joined by Joseph Sinay to discuss his research on J.B. Hunt Transport Services. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller06/23/2021Episode 117: Karen Boston on the Student Success Initiatives at the Walton CollegeKaren Boston, senior assistant dean and chief student officer at the Sam M. Walton College of Business, shares her insights on the student success activities and initiatives within the University of Arkansas and specifically Walton College. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller03/31/2021Episode 56: Kris Allee Discusses How New Innovations Impact Generally Accepted Accounting PrinciplesKris Allee is an Associate Professor & Doyle Z. Williams Chair in Professional Accounting at the Sam M. Walton College of Business. After receiving his Master of Accountancy from BYU, Kris received his Ph.D. in Accounting from Indiana University. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller01/29/2020Episode 19: Katie and Vern Discuss Their New Book, a First of Its Kind Take on Analytics for AccountingVernon J. Richardson is Distinguished Professor of Accounting and the Glezen Chair in the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas. Katie Terrell is an instructor in the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller04/10/2019Episode 240: Leading the Walton College into the Future with Brent WilliamsFor his last episode as host of the podcast before transitioning the hosting duties, Matt sits down with incoming interim dean of the Sam M. Walton College of Business, Brent Williams, to discuss the future of the Walton College and Brent's experience that has prepared him for this role.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller08/16/2023Episode 111: Katie Greenway Shares How She Is Building Her BusinessKatie Greenway is a market research manager for SMART CPG Consulting and creator of Culinary Wanderings, a digital platform featuring Greenway’s culinary recipes. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller02/17/2021Episode 53: Kurt Green Explains How Innovative Technology Is Changing the Pet Care IndustryKurt Green is the President and CEO of Vetsource. Headquartered in Portland, Oregon, Vetsource develops and delivers innovative technology, pharmacy, and business solutions for the veterinary industry.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller01/08/2020Episode 176: Leadership Lessons with Marvin DavenportThis week on the podcast, Matt is joined by Marvin Davenport, Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer of VSP Global. Marvin has extensive experience working in leadership roles for a variety of companies including Walmart, Raytheon and Amazon. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller05/25/2022Episode 54: Marat Davletshin Discusses How Network Connectivity Impacts Supply Chain ProcessesMarat Davletshin is a PhD student in the Department of Supply Chain Management in the Sam M. Walton College of Business. Marat is a co-author of "Integrating Blockchain Into Supply Chain Management: A Toolkit for Practical Implementation."Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller01/15/2020Episode 160: Leading and Growing a Global Biopharmaceutical Company with Ginger GrahamGinger is the founder and owner of Ginger and Baker and former president and chief executive officer of Amylin Pharmaceuticals. She shares her career path from sales rep to strategic planning to executive leadership including leadership lessons for current and future CEOs.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller02/02/2022Episode 263: Leading Sustainable Change in Plastics Manufacturing with Dhu ThompsonWe wrap up the 2024 Arkansas Business Hall of Fame series with inductee Dhu C. Thompson, owner of US Irrigation and former owner/president of Delta Plastics and Revolution Bag.Be Epic PodcastBrent Williams02/12/2024Episode 164: Marketing and the Art of Storytelling with Helen Woodham, Grace Crain and Coleman DavisThis week Matt sat down for a special episode with three full time MBA students who built their own custom track in the Walton MBA program.Matt Waller03/02/2022Episode 178: Leading With an Inclusive Mindset with Denise Breaux-SoignetThis week on the podcast, Matt sits down with Denise Breaux-Soignet, Director of the Tyson Center for Faith-Friendly Workplaces.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller06/08/2022Episode 37: Mario Ramirez Explains His Take on the Walton College’s Epic ValuesMario Ramirez is the President of MRamirez Group, LLC, a consulting firm based out of the Dallas/Fort Worth area. Mario is an alumnus of the Walton College and has been a member of the Dean's Executive Advisory Board for nine years. In addition to this, Mario also serves as the Managing Director of Avalon Net Worth and a Strategic Advisor at NewRoad Capital Partners. Mario has a passion for bringing people together, and has a unique background in financial markets, government relations, the Hispanic market, and higher education.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller09/13/2019Episode 261: Legacy & Leadership: Gary George on Pioneering the Poultry Industry in ArkansasWe continue the Arkansas Business Hall of Fame series with Gary George, chairman of George's Inc. and an inductee of the 2024 Arkansas Business Hall of Fame.Be Epic PodcastBrent Williams01/31/2024Episode 165: Making Business a Team Sport with Charley BoyceThis week Matt sat down with Charley Boyce, president of Paschal Air, Plumbing & Electric.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller03/09/2022Episode 42: Leslie Keating Explains the Importance of Developing and Maintaining Authentic RelationshipsLeslie Keating served as Executive Vice President of Supply Chain Strategy and Transformation for Advance Auto Parts before retiring in 2018. Before taking this role, she served as Senior Vice President Supply Chain for Frito-Lay North America. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller10/16/2019Episode 90: Mark Sanborn Discusses Intentionality, Leadership, and Public SpeakingMark Sanborn is a leadership speaker and best-selling author. As the president of Sanborn & Associates, Inc, Mark helps others become better leaders in their personal and professional lives. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller09/23/2020Episode 258: Lessons in Leadership, Career Pivots and Motivation from Brett BiggsBrent engages in a fascinating conversation with Brett Biggs, the former CFO of Walmart.Be Epic PodcastBrent Williams01/10/2024Episode 210: Navigating a Changing Retail Landscape with John FurnerThis week on the podcast Matt sits down with President and CEO of Walmart U.S., John Furner as part of the CEO Series. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller01/18/2023Episode 218: Letting the Consumer Guide Your Business with Wes SchrollThis week on the podcast Matt sits down with Wes Schroll, CEO and founder of Fetch Rewards, Inc., a mobile shopping platform that rewards shoppers for buying the brands they love.Be Epic PodcastMatt Waller03/15/2023Episode 215: Navigating the Banking Industry with Ross M. WhippleThis week on the podcast Matt wraps up the Arkansas Business Hall of Fame series with Ross M. Whipple, 2023 Arkansas Business Hall of Fame Inductee, President and CEO - Horizon Capital Partners, LLLP, President - Horizon Timber Services, Inc. and Chairman of the Board - The Ross Foundation.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller02/22/2023Episode 202: Leveraging Your Resources for Investing with Aaron PierceIn this next iteration of the capital allocator series, Matt sits down with University of Arkansas and Walton College alum, Aaron Pierce.Be Epic PodcastMatt Waller11/23/2022Episode 235: Looking Beyond Traditional Assets with Josh PackThis week on the podcast Matt sits down with Josh Pack, co-CEO of Fortress, a global asset management firm. Be Epic PodcastMatt Waller07/12/2023Episode 57: Lindsey Wagaman and Trey Robinson Discuss Their Internships at Modthink and Time as Walton StudentsLindsey Wagaman is a senior Marketing and Supply Chain Management double major in the Sam M. Walton College of Business. Trey Robinson is a senior Marketing major and Business Analytics minor at the Sam M. Walton College of Business.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller02/05/2020Episode 4: Neal Dellett Talks About the Value of Continuous ImprovementNeal Dellett is a Senior Consultant at Simpactful, a CPG/retail consultancy firm. Neal specializes in end-to-end supply chain and has a proven track record of leading organizations to best-in-class results.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller12/26/2018Episode 38: Lisa Barrentine Discusses Epic Values Excellence and InnovationLisa Barrentine is the President and CEO at First Preston HT in Dallas, TX. Lisa is an alumnus of the Sam M. Walton College of Business where she received her BSBA in Accounting. Lisa has an impressive accounting background, and is well-known for property management and real estate.Be EPIC Podcast Matt Waller09/19/2019Episode 266: Managing the Dynamic Gatorade Brand with Mike Del PozzoBrent engages in a dynamic discussion with Mike Del Pozzo, President and General Manager of Gatorade at PepsiCo.Be Epic PodcastBrent Williams03/06/2024Episode 94: Liz Wiseman Discusses Her Book, “The Multiplier Effect”, the Diminishing Leader, and ContributorshipLiz Wiseman is the CEO of The Wiseman Group, a researcher, and an executive advisor who teaches leadership to other executives around the world.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller10/21/2020Episode 81: Mark Goulston Explains His Role in the OJ Simpson Trial and How To Deal With Difficult PeopleDr. Mark Goulston is a former UCLA professor of psychiatry and FBI and police hostage negotiation trainer. Dr. Goulston is now an executive coach and consultant to major organizations and fortune 500 companies. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller07/22/2020Episode 102: Mark Saviers Shares His Path To Co-founding Tempus Realty and His New Book, “Flipped”In this episode of the Be EPIC podcast, we discuss Savier's epic journey to real estate and becoming an author.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller12/16/2020Episode 50: Mary Beth Brooks Discusses the Impact of Cross-functional Exposure in the Walton CollegeMary Beth Brooks is the Director of the Arkansas Small Business Technology and Development Center. Before assuming this role in 2018, she was president and CEO of The Bank of Fayetteville from 2004 to 2015. Mary Beth is an alumna of the Walton College and received her BSBA in Finance and Financial Management Services.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller12/11/2019Episode 92: Mary Lacity Discusses Her New Book “Blockchain Foundations: For the Internet of Value”Mary Lacity is a Walton College of Business Professor of Information Systems and Director of the Blockchain Center of Excellence. Read MoreBe EPIC PodcastMatt Waller10/07/2020Episode 32: Mary Lacity Explains Her Take on the Impact Blockchain Will Have on the Future of BusinessMary Lacity is a Walton Professor of Information Systems and Director of the Blockchain Center of Excellence at the Sam M. Walton College of Business. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller08/07/2019Episode 130: Matt McLelland on Innovation in the Trucking Industry and His Process of InnovationIn this episode of Be EPIC, Matt Waller is joined by Matt McLelland to discuss his career in sustainability and innovation at Covenant.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller06/30/2021Episode 80: Max Viana Discusses Global Business and the Opportunities Created by the Walton MBA ProgramMax Viana is the Business Development Manager for Trading and Supply at Shell. Max grew up in Honduras in a family that prioritized school heavily. His focus on school and drive for success eventually opened up an opportunity for him to come to the U.S. to pursue his undergraduate degree.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller07/15/2020Episode 45: McMillon Student Directors, Kyle and Natalie, Discuss the Studio’s Impact and OpportunitiesKyle Berger is the Undergraduate Director for the McMillon Innovation Studio. Natalie Means is the Graduate Director for the McMillon Innovation Studio. Together, they are responsible for leading student teams in the McMillon Innovation Studio in the Sam M. Walton College of Business.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller11/06/2019Episode 87: Meng Chee Discusses Being the First Chief Product Officer at Walmart With Guest Host Brent WilliamsMeng Chee is Walmart’s first Chief Product Officer. Brent Williams is the Associate Dean for Executive Education and Outreach and Garrison Endowed Chair in Supply Chain Management in the Sam M. Walton College of Business. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller09/02/2020Episode 3: Michael Paladino of Revunit Talks About the Future of Intelligent MachinesMichael is the Co-Founder of RevUnit, a digital product studio focused on building digital strategies and intelligent platforms to help clients.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller12/19/2018Episode 104: Michelle Segar Discusses Her Book “No Sweat” and the Importance of Being a Physically Fit LeaderIn today’s episode of the Be EPIC podcast, Segar discusses the importance of physical fitness, maintaining motivation, and her book. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller12/30/2020Episode 70: Mike Novogratz Explains How COVID-19 Is Accelerating Digitalization and InnovationMike Novogratz is the CEO and Investor at Galaxy Digital, a diversified financial services firm dedicated to the digital asset, cryptocurrency and blockchain technology industry. Before his role at Galaxy Digital, Mike served as a partner at Goldman Sachs and CIO of Fortress Investment Group.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller05/06/2020Episode 62: Mitchell Webb Discusses Autonomous Supply Chain and the Ecosystem of Northwest ArkansasMitchell Webb is the Senior Director, Walmart at Blue Yonder in Northwest Arkansas. He has been involved in supply chain since the 1980s. Mitchell started his career in capacity and has held roles at JDA Software, IBM, and SAP.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller03/11/2020Episode 144: Molly Rapert, Anastasia Thyroff and Sarah Grace Discuss Their Published ArticleIn this episode of Be EPIC, Matt is joined by professor Molly Rapert of the University of Arkansas, professor Anastasia Thyroff of Clemson University, and Sarah Grace, senior manager of customer insights and strategy at Walmart.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller10/13/2021Episode 31: Molly Rapert Discusses the Wcob Center for Teaching Effectiveness and Her Marketing Management ClassMolly Rapert is one of the most revered professors in the Sam M. Walton College of Business. Molly has served as an Associate Professor of Marketing for 21 years and Director of the Walton College of Business Center for Teaching Effectiveness for 13 years.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller07/31/2019Episode 67: Nathaniel Burke Discusses Economics as It Relates to Diversity and IdentityNathaniel Burke is a Ph.D. candidate at the Sam M. Walton College of Business. He received his BA in economics from Manhattan College, then earned his MS in resource and applied economics from the University of Alaska Fairbanks. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller 04/15/2020Episode 99: Nicholas Hinrichsen Gives Insight Into His Experiences in the World of EntrepreneurshipNicholas Hinrichsen, Co-Founder of Clutch and Carlypso, went to Stanford University in 2011 after studying in Chile and Germany. At Stanford, he co-founded Carlypso, an online marketplace that gave consumers access to vehicles usually sold in wholesale markets.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller11/25/2020Episode 29: Oliver Sims III Discusses His Career Path, Passions, and Advice for Current StudentsOliver L. Sims III is the Americas Technical Sales Leader at Broadcom Inc. He is a business executive with a proven track record in starting, transforming, and growing businesses, sales, and technical sales organizations.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller06/19/2019Episode 220: Overcoming Adversity and Building Strength with Quentin Smith, Jr.On this week’s episode, Matt sits down with Quentin Smith, Jr. Quentin has over 40 years of experience providing management service to publicly and privately held businesses and is Chairman of the Board of Banner Health, and President of Cadre Business Advisors, LLC.Be Epic PodcastMatt Waller03/29/2023Episode 88: Patrick Sbarra Discusses How a Passion for Helping Others Led to His Entrepreneurial EndeavorsPatrick Sbarra is the co-founder and co-owner of Lamplighter Restoration, a home renovation company based out of Northwest Arkansas with a mission of crafting community. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller09/09/2020Episode 11: Phillip Keene Talks About Thinking Differently and Lessons Learned Outside the ClassroomPhillip Keene is a Director of Corporate Communications for Walmart, overseeing State and Local Communications for the East Coast since January, 2016. He works out of the company's Home Office in Bentonville and has been a Walmart associate for more than 10 years overall. In addition, he has a media, government and retail operations background, along with a Masters degree in Political Studies. Phillip is currently working toward his Executive MBA at the Sam M. Walton College of Business.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller02/13/2019Episode 237: Pivoting Your Career Successfully with Becky LumlyThis week on the podcast Matt sits down with Becky Lumly, Chief Financial Officer at Front Range Capital Partners in Denver.Be Epic PodcastMatt Waller07/26/2023Episode 101: Professor Amber Young Discusses Her Paper, “Avoiding an Oppressive Future of Machine Learning”Young sits down with host Matt Waller to discuss how her expertise in information systems and interest in using technology for social good led to her future-oriented research. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller12/09/2020Episode 22: Provost Jim Coleman Discusses the Ecosystem Test and Direction of the University of ArkansasJim Coleman is the Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs and professor of biological sciences at the University of Arkansas. He is a plant physiological ecologist and academic administrator with a broad background that crosses multiple disciplines. Jim is responsible for leading the development and implementation of the University of Arkansas’ strategic plan and oversight of all of the university’s academic operations.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller05/01/2019Episode 78: Pu Liu Discusses the Master of Science in Finance Degree and the Importance of Financial LiteracyDr. Pu Liu is a professor of finance and chairman of the department of finance at the Sam M. Walton College of Business. Liu recognized the importance of a Master of Science in Finance program after seeing the need to address the challenges of a digital economy driven by technology and innovation. In this program, students learn essential financial skills and gain the expertise to excel in their careers.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller07/01/2020Episode 127: Rachel Mooreland On Brand Management and Walton College’s Role in her Career at Tyson FoodsIn this episode of Be EPIC, Matt is joined by Rachel Mooreland, a brand manager for Tyson Foods and alum of the Walton College. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller06/09/2021Episode 46: Raja Kali Introduces the Walton College’s New Master of Science in Economic AnalyticsRaja Kali is the Chair and Professor in the Department of Economics at the University of Arkansas. Dr. Kali is skilled in Economics, and has played a key role in developing the Walton College's new Masters of Science in Economic Analytics program.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller11/13/2019Episode 71: Rajiv Sabherwal and Paul Cronan Discuss of the Master of Applied Business Analytics ProgramRajiv Sabherwal is a distinguished professor and chair of the department of information systems at the Sam M. Walton College of Business.Paul Cronan is a professor of information systems and the director of MIS and graduate certificate programs at the Sam M. Walton College of Business.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller05/13/2020Episode 14: Rebecca Garner Reflects on Her Finance Career and Experience in the IndustryRebecca Garner has experience working for a number of major institutions, including municipalities, insurance companies, banks, foundations, endowments, mutual funds, and trusts, as well as family offices and private investors. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller03/06/2019Episode 239: Reflecting on a Successful Tenure as Dean with Matt WallerThis week on the podcast, we turn the mic to Matt as he is interviewed by incoming interim dean and new podcast host, Brent Williams.Be Epic PodcastBrent Williams08/09/2023Episode 124: Reginald Miller on How Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Can Shape a Company and It’s Employees.In this episode of Be EPIC, Matt is joined by Reginald Miller, the Vice President, Global Chief Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Officer at McDonald’s and two-time University of Arkansas graduate. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller05/19/2021Episode 12: Remko Van Hoek Shares Insight About Sourcing and Procurement StrategiesRemko is a clinical full professor of Supply Chain Management at the University of Arkansas in the Sam M. Walton College of Business. He took this position in January 2018. In addition to this, Remko also serves as an independent advisor of sourcing and procurement.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller02/20/2019Episode 152: Revitalizing A Region Through Real Estate with Jonathan NavalloIn this episode of Be EPIC, Matt is joined by Jonathan Navallo, Walton College alumnus and head of real estate at Ocean State Job Lot. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller12/08/2021Episode 77: Reynie Rutledge Discusses the Challenges Faced in Banking and Owning an Expanding Community BankReynie Rutledge is the President and CEO of First Security Bancorp, a bank that began in Searcy, AR, and now has locations throughout the state. Reynie is a recent inductee into the Arkansas Business Hall of fame. After graduating with a degree in industrial engineering, he returned to get an MBA from the Walton College of Business.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller06/24/2020Episode 132: Rich Lawrence on Lifelong Learning and Boundary Spanning in Industry and Higher EducationIn this episode of Be EPIC, Matt is joined by Rich Lawrence, vice president of special markets at Helen of Troy and adjunct professor of leadership in the Sam M. Walton College of Business, to discuss being a lifelong learner. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller07/22/2021Episode 115: Robert Hatcher Talks About the Growth of His Music Publishing Startup, AurignRobert Hatcher is the founder and CEO of Aurign. Aurign is a music publishing tech startup that uses blockchain technology and data analytics.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller03/17/2021Episode 96: Ross DeVol Explains the Nwa Economic Recovery Strategy and the Vision of Heartland ForwardRoss DeVol is the CEO and president of Heartland Forward, a company with a goal of promoting regional innovation and entrepreneurial ecosystems that foster job creation, wage gains, and economic growth for the American Heartland. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller11/04/2020Episode 206: Ross Glotzbach on the Benefit of Long-Term Value Investing This week Matt sits down with Ross Glotzbach, CEO and Head of Global Research for Southeastern Asset Management.Be Epic PodcastMatt Waller12/21/2022Episode 141: Ryan Fraizer and Kenny Cason on Friendship in BusinessIn this episode of Be EPIC, Matt is joined by Ryan Frazier and Kenny Cason, co-founders of Arrived and University of Arkansas alumni.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller09/22/2021Episode 84: Sandy Asch Explains Building Resilience and the Importance of This in the Midst of COVID-19Sandy Asch is a TEDx speaker, bestselling author, and resilience expert. Sandy has helped many major organizations such as the famous San Diego Zoo develop and build resilient leaders. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller08/12/2020Episode 5: Sarah Goforth Discusses the Importance of Fundamental Research Informing EntrepreneurshipSarah Goforth is the Director of Outreach for the Office of Entrepreneurship & Innovation. Sarah co-teaches New Venture Development and supports student teams forming high-growth science and technology businesses.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller01/02/2019Episode 63: Sarah, Jon, Canon, and Kyle Explain How Entrepreneurship at the University Is Responding to COVID-19Sarah Goforth is the Executive Director of the Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation at the University of Arkansas. Jon Johnson is the Founder and Chairman of the Board of The Sustainability Consortium. Canon Reeves is a Computer Science major at the University of Arkansas and the CEO and Co-Founder of MORE Technologies. Kyle Sadler is a Computer Science major at the University of Arkansas. He is also the Managing Director of Startup Village. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller03/18/2020Episode 138: Sarah Langham on Micro-innovation and How It Impacts Company CultureIn this episode of Be EPIC, Matt is joined by Sarah Langham, an assurance partner at HoganTaylor LLP, alumna at Sam M. Walton College of Business and member of the Dean’s Alumni Advisory Council.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller09/01/2021Episode 242: Scaling Innovation and Collaboration in Omnichannel with Simon MilesThis week on the Be Epic podcast, Brent sits down with Simon Miles, Vice President of Global Omnichannel at The Coca-Cola Company. Be EPIC PodcastBrent Williams08/30/2023Episode 17: Scot Burton, Distinguished Walton Marketing Professor, Discusses Labeling and Packaging RegulationsScot Burton is a Distinguished Professor and Tyson Chair in Food and Consumer Products Retailing at the Sam M. Walton College of Business. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller03/27/2019Episode 195: Serendipitous Connections with Scott HolleyAs we move into the final few episodes of the Entrepreneur Series on the Be Epic Podcast, Matt sits down with Scott Holley, President of Eddyline Kayaks. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller10/05/2022Episode 271: Shaping the Future of Accounting with Technology Insights from Sarah LanghamBrent welcomes Sarah Langham, a partner and office managing partner at HoganTaylor and an alum of the Walton College.Be Epic PodcastBrent Williams04/17/2024Episode 250: Shaping the Future of Medicine with Dr. Sharmila MakhijaThis week on the Be Epic podcast, Brent sits down with Dr. Sharmila Makhija, the founding dean and CEO of the Alice L. Walton School of Medicine.Be Epic PodcastBrent Williams10/25/2023Episode 249: Shaping the Future of Pediatric Healthcare with Marcy DodererThis week on the podcast, Brent sits down with Marcy Doderer, President and CEO of Arkansas Children's where she leads the state of Arkansas' only pediatric health system serving the children of Arkansas and beyond.Be Epic PodcastBrent Williams10/18/2023Episode 68: Sheila Colclasure Discusses How Data, Digital Responsibility, and Trust Apply to Business EthicsSheila Colclasure is the Global Chief Digital Responsibility and Public Policy Officer at IPG Kinesso. Prior to working at IPG Kinesso, she held multiple positions at Acxiom. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller04/22/2020Episode 44: Simone Peinkofer Discusses the Omnichannel Environment and Saving the SaleSimone Peinkofer is an Assistant Professor of Supply Chain Management at Michigan State University. Simone is an alumnus of the Walton College and received her PhD in Supply Chain Management in 2016. With a strong focus in inventory visibility, Simone's research focuses on how price promotions affect consumer responses to online stockouts.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller10/30/2019Episode 51: Stephanie Thomas Discusses Diversity and Career Paths in Supply Chain ManagementStephanie Thomas is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Supply Chain Management in the Sam M. Walton College of Business. Stephanie also serves as the faculty advisor for Women Impacting Supply Chain Excellence. Stephanie received her BSBA and MBA from the University of Tennessee-Knoxville and PhD from Georgia Southern University.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller12/18/2019Episode 48: Stephen Rutner Discusses How His Experience in the Military Shaped His Leadership StyleStephen Rutner is a Professor of Supply Chain at Texas Tech University. In addition to this, Stephen has also served as a Brigadier General for the United States Army Reserve for over 30 years. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller11/27/2019Episode 209: Strategic Decision Making and the Values of Simmons Foods with Todd SimmonsAs we continue on in the CEO series, Matt sits down with the CEO of Simmons Foods Inc., Todd Simmons.Be Epic PodcastMatt Waller01/11/2023Episode 76: Terry Esper Explains His Experience With Racism in Academia and How To Be an Anti-racistTerry Esper is an Associate Professor of Logistics in the Department of Marketing and Logistics at the Fisher College of Business at The Ohio State University. Dr. Esper was previously the Oren Harris Endowed Chair of Logistics and associate professor of supply chain management at the Sam M. Walton College of Business. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller06/17/2020Episode 41: Suresh Sreeramulu Discusses Life in Northwest Arkansas, AI, and Impacts of Technological DisruptionsSuresh Sreeramulu is the Senior Director at Cognizant Technology Solutions. Suresh has been with cognizant for over 15 years and received his MBA from the Sam M. Walton College of Business in 2019. In addition to his 20+ years of experience in building platforms, Suresh is skilled in setting and driving IT strategy, financial management, and more.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller10/09/2019Episode 175: The 21st Century Skills You Need To Succeed with Dr. Laura JanaIn this episode of Be EPIC, Matt is joined by Dr. Laura Jana, pediatrician, educator, award-winning author, and health communicator.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller05/18/2022Episode 156: Synchrodestiny and Taking Career Chances with Steve NelsonIn this episode of Be Epic, Matt sits down with Steve Nelson, co-founder of 3-D printing technology company Carbon, Inc and empowerment initiative Re Inc.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller01/05/2022Episode 177: Telling the World's Stories with David RoemerThis week on the Be Epic podcast, Matt speaks with David Roemer, CEO and co-founder of Ideas United.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller06/01/2022Episode 1: The Dean Team Discusses Platforms as They Relate to the Future of EducationIn this episode, the Walton College Dean Team including Matt Waller, Anne O'Leary-Kelly, Alan Ellstrand, and Brent Williams discuss topics related to higher education and beyond. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller12/05/2018Episode 199: The Digital Revolution in the Entertainment Industry with Drew BuckleyThis week on the Be Epic podcast Matt sits down with Drew Buckley, Chief Operating Officer for Propagate ContentBe Epic PodcastMatt Waller11/02/2022Episode 214: The Evolution of the Auto Parts Industry with E. Fletcher Lord, Jr.This week on the Be Epic Podcast Matt sits down with E. Fletcher Lord, Jr., Chairman of the Board for Bumper-to-Bumper/Crow Burlingame Company and 2023 inductee to the Arkansas Business Hall of Fame.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller02/15/2023Episode 223: The Evolving World of Accounting with Barbara Marchini-EllisThis week on the podcast Matt sits down with Barbara Marchini-Ellis, Partner at EY.Be Epic PodcastMatt Waller04/19/2023Episode 227: The Growth of Alternative Financial Investments with Chuck BauerThis week on the podcast, Matt sits down with Chuck Bauer, partner and head of investor relations for EnCap Investments. The episode begins with Chuck walking through what EnCap does as a private investment firm focused on North American energy markets. Be Epic PodcastMatt Waller05/17/2023Episode 211: The Journey from Cashier to CEO with Kim EskewThis week on the podcast to wrap up the CEO Series, Matt sits down with Kim Eskew, Chairman & CEO of Harps Food Stores.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller01/25/2023Episode 183: Understanding Values-Driven Authentic Leadership with John R. English and Andrew BrahamThis week on the podcast Matt sat down with John R. English, Vice Chancellor for Research and Innovation and Andrew Braham, Professor of Industrial Engineering at the University of Arkansas.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller07/13/2022Episode 216: Understanding Commercial Real Estate Investments with Dan AndrewsThis week on the Be Epic Podcast Matt sits down with Dan Andrews, Managing Partner and CEO at Tempus Realty PartnersBe Epic PodcastMatt Waller03/01/2023Episode 159: The Power of Listening and Empowering Your Employees with George Gleason II George is chairman and chief executive officer of Bank OZK and an Arkansas Business Hall of Fame Inductee for 2022. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller01/26/2022Episode 251: Unveiling Sales Strategies for Success with Spencer FrazierThis week on the podcast, Brent sits down with Spencer Frazier, Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing at JB Hunt.Be Epic PodcastBrent Williams11/01/2023Episode 61: Tom Seay Discusses His Relationship With Sam Walton and Career Path at WalmartTom Seay is a two-time alumnus of the Sam M. Walton College of Business. Throughout his career, Tom developed expertise in both retail and real estate. Tom's leadership, perseverance, and work ethic progressed him through many roles at Walmart.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller03/04/2020Episode 36: Tom Verdery Explains How His Experience at P&G Aligns to Sam Walton’s VisionTom spent 34 years at Procter & Gamble as an International Team Leader and Global Training & Development Manager before retiring in 2009. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller09/04/2019Episode 39: Trammell Crow and Tony Keane of Earthx Discuss the Future of SustainabilityTrammell Crow is the founder of EarthX, the largest annual exposition and forum showcasing initiatives, research, innovations, policies and corporate practices serving the environment. Tony Keane is the CEO at EarthX. Tony became the CEO in November 2018 after eight years as the President and CEO of the International Facility Management Association.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller09/25/2019Episode 123: Two Outstanding Walton College Students Detail the Impact Walton Had on Them & Their Future CareersKirsten James and Torey Morris are two recent graduates of the Walton College who used the resources and opportunities Walton College provides to their advantage professionally. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller05/12/2021Episode 110: Tucker Taylor and Dan Sanker Discuss the Beginning of FedEx and How the Company Became a SuccessTucker Taylor has rich experience in logistics and supply chain management and is on the board of SupplyPike. He worked for Federal Express for nine years. Dan Sanker is the founder of CaseStack and president at CaseStack Retail Supplier Solutions, which is a part of Hub Group.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller02/10/2021Episode 73: Vikas Anand Discusses the Emba and MBA Programs and the Value They Provide to Students and CompaniesVikas Anand is the Executive Director of MBA Programs and Graduate Innovation at Sam M. Walton College of Business. He is also a professor in the department of strategy, entrepreneurship, and venture innovation. His passion for student success has made the program successful in providing value to both students and companies.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller05/27/2020Episode 151: Walmart’s Global Supply Chain with Jason EvansIn this episode of Be EPIC, Matt is joined by Jason Evans, vice president of international realty and supply chain at Walmart. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller12/01/2021Episode 93: Walt Rakowich Discusses His Time at Prologis, Great Leadership, and His Book “Transfluence”Walt Rakowich is the former CEO of Prologis, a global leader in logistics real estate. Rakowich took over as CEO during the economic recession in 2008.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller10/14/2020Episode 15: Walton Students Paul, Toby and Raleigh Discuss Their Favorite Entrepreneurs From Matt Waller’s ClassWalton Students Paul Forness, Toby Johnson and Raleigh Woods were all students in Matt Waller's Entrepreneurs Honors Forum Class in the fall of 2018. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller03/13/2019Episode 142: Warren Stephens on Business and CapitalismIn this episode of Be EPIC, Matt is joined by Warren Stephens, the chairman, president, and CEO of Stephens Inc., an independent financial services firm. Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller09/29/2021Episode 40: Wayne Miller Explains the Accelerator Concept and Practical Applications of FintechWayne Miller is the Executive Director at the Venture Center in Little Rock, Arkansas. Wayne has experience in Health Care, IT, Professional Services, Retail, Transportation, and Fintech. Wayne is passionate about driving corporate innovation and is dedicated to creating collaborative working environments for both teams and individuals to excel.Be EPIC PodcastMatt Waller10/02/2019Event Highlight: Summer PLN EventThe Summer 2022 SCMRC Peer Learning Event focused on labor issues within the supply chain. Kevin Kliesen of the St. Louis Federal Reserve Bank gave an assessment of overall macroeconomic conditions. Brian Fugate (University of Arkansas) engaged Kellie Black (ArcBest), Torin Martinez (P&G), and MaryEllen Kauffman (Walmart) in a panel discussion on managing workforce talent in the Post-COVID era.PLN Panel DiscussionNathan Bramwellscmr10/11/2022scmrEvent Highlight: Fall PLN EventThe Fall 2002 SCMRC Peer-Learning Event focused on risk and resilience in the supply chain. Ash Eisa (formerly SVP of Global Sourcing, Walmart) shared his perspectives on the key principles: 1) it is imperative to know your supply chain end to end; 2) balance tradeoffs between costs and control; 3) bear spray seems expensive until you need it—buy the insurance. The principles are easy to agree with at a superficial level, implementing them requires understanding the “nuts and bolts.” To this end, Eisa led a panel discussion with Jennifer Christy (Sr. Director of Contract Manufacturing, Tyson), Eric McGee (EVP Highway Service, JB Hunt) and Sean Reber (Sr. Director of Global Sourcing, Walmart) to identify actionable strategies for increasing resilience.Discussion Panel at Fall PLNNathan Bramwellscmr10/14/2022scmrEvent Highlight: Walton College Supply Chain Pre-Career Fair Networking EventOver 45 companies and nearly 200 students were in attendance at the Fall Walton Supply Chain Management Pre-Career Fair Networking Event on Monday, September 26. Students at Pre-Career Fair Networking EventNathan Bramwellscmr10/11/2022scmrEvent Highlight: NWA SCM Shadow DayIt was another successful Northwest Arkansas Supply Chain Management Shadow Day for the J.B. Hunt Transport Department of Supply Chain Management as nine NWA-based companies allowed students from the University of Arkansas to see what a day in the life of that company looks like. Students at P&GNathan Bramwellscmr10/11/2022scmrEvent Highlight: WISE Future Leaders SymposiumThe Fourth Annual WISE Future Leader Symposium kicked off Oct. 6-7 in the Reynolds Center for Enterprise Development at the Sam M. Walton College of Business. The event, themed “A Wiser Future for Supply Chain,” celebrated female pioneers who have led the way for women in supply chain management, and many legends of the industry will be on hand.Kath McLay and Dr. Stephanie ThomasNathan Bramwellscmr10/11/2022scmrEvent Highlight: 2023 Supply Chain Immersion Virtual SummitThe 2023 Immersion Summit, hosted by the J.B. Hunt Transport Department of Supply Chain Management in the Sam M. Walton College of Business, took place virtually last week from November 9th through 10th. The purpose of the summit was to connect a diverse grouping of university students and faculty from across the nation with the thriving supply chain ecosystem in Northwest Arkansas. Marc Scott, associate professor of supply chain management, led the 2023 Immersion SummitNathan BramwellscmrFriday, November 17, 2023 6:16:41 AM PSTscmrDates Announced for Annual Trends in Supply Chain Management ConferenceA hallmark event of the Supply Chain Management Research Center, bringing together 250+ national attendees to explore the latest trends and topics within the industry.Trends in Supply Chain Management Conferencescmr09/13/2022scmrEvent Recap: Third Annual Emerging Research SymposiumThis event is a one-of-a-kind program that brings industry together with the faculty of the Walton Supply Chain program to learn about current and ongoing research being pursued. Event Recap: Third Annual Emerging Research Symposiumscmr11/16/2021scmrEvent Highlight: Spring '23 Supply Chain Pre-Career Fair Networking EventEvent Details are as follows: EVENT: Walton College Supply Chain Pre-Career Fair Networking Event DATE: Monday, February 27, 2023 TIME: 1:00 - 3:00 pm LOCATION: SEC Club at Razorback Stadiums23 networking eventNathan BramwellscmrThursday, February 23, 2023 4:21:54 AM PSTscmrEvent Highlight: 2023 Supply Chain Trends & Expo EventThe University of Arkansas Supply Chain Management Research Center and Plug & Play Tech Center are collaborating to bring Northwest Arkansas Supply Chain professionals together for a full day of learning and networking. Trends Conference ImageNathan Bramwellscmr02/23/2023scmrtrueEvent Highlight: Walton SCM ShowcaseThe reimagined format of this event will feature project presentations, an industry address, and a student panel discussion showcasing the value of industry integration within our program.Alumni House at the University of Arkansasscmr11/17/2021scmrIs Price Gouging Causing Pain at the Pump? Not According to Federal Economic DataWhile gas prices are up, gas station profits are down. And though oil refineries have had several strong quarters, they do not appear to be profiteering.Gasoline prices displayed on a service station signJason Miller, Ron Gordon scmrpostFriday, June 17, 2022 7:23:48 AM PDTscmrpost2019 China Insights Logistics ReportThe primary purpose of the 2019 China Logistics Insights Reports is to provide research with findings formatted to allow a direct comparison of detailed logistics costs as a percentage of GDP for t…world mapscmrpost02/02/2019scmrpostIntermodal Provides a Greener Option for Freight, but Barriers RemainIntermodal freight transportation is a way to lower carbon footprints, but regulation, railroad concentration, and too little investment in infrastructure limit wider use.truck trailer carrier by trainMatt Waller, Andrew BalthropscmrpostscmrpostAnalyzing Trucking Firm SizeAs a multibillion-dollar industry with a relatively low barrier of entry, the trucking industry consists of both giant firms and single-truck operations. A handful of large carriers each own thousa…truck's wheelsscmrpost03/14/2020scmrpostHow Investors React to Congressional Testimony Congressional committees often invite companies to testify on the “possible impact proposed legislation may have on the environment, business, and society at large.” Such invitations are difficult …national flagscmrpost04/22/2019scmrpostDoes Banking Turbulence Threaten Supply Chains?Recent bank failures threaten to plunge the economy into recession. Bank runs also threaten supply chain finance, resulting in supply chain disruptions.Battered piggy bank with bandagesAndrew Balthrop, Jason Millerscmrpost05/11/2023scmrposthttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/building-bridges-to-the-future-northwest-arkansas-supply-chain-cluster.phpBuilding Bridges to the Future: The Recent Development of Northwest Arkansas’ Supply Chain ClusterNorthwest Arkansas is a very different place than it was 90 years ago.prominent places in NWA scmrpost05/13/2021scmrpostFarm to Fork: How a Supply Chain Orientation is Helping Improve Food Safety in ChinaThough China’s poultry industry has quickly become one of the world’s largest, its food safety standards have not kept pace. Certain widespread practices risk exposing consumerspoultryscmrpost03/16/2021scmrposthttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/posts/closing-the-loop-on-a-cracking-whip-viewing-port-congestion-through-the-lens-of-system-dynamics.phpClosing the Loop on a Cracking Whip: Viewing Port Congestion Through the Lens of System DynamicsFrom the outside, supply chains can seem simple and straightforward. Find out how recent events have affected them and why they can be so hard to safeguard.Travis Tokar, Andrew Balthrop, and Ron GordonSupply chain port congestionscmrpost02/23/2022scmrpostHas the ELD Mandate Affected Trucking Prices?Researchers have long recognized that trucking spot market prices affect contract prices. The typical one-year contract between a shipper and carrier is based on spot prices. Though one-time spot m…truck on road side viewscmrpost10/20/2020scmrpostConflict in Ukraine Fuels Worldwide Energy Price IncreasesRussia's invasion of Ukraine has further inflated prices for oil, natural gas, coal, and fertilizer.Oil drilling rig against the backdrop of a red sky at sunsetJason Miller, Ron Gordonscmrpost04/11/2022scmrpostFood Manufacturers Are Not Price GougingA handful of food manufacturers dominate certain sectors of the industry, so it is tempting to blame them for rising prices. However, publicly available economic data does not support charges of profiteering.A full grocery cart moves along an upward slanted arrow representing inflation.Jason Miller, Ron Gordonscmrpost01/19/2022scmrpostDo Policy Risk and Uncertainty Lead Companies to Stockpile Inventory?Supply chain managers must try to anticipate future developments and adjust their operations accordingly. One factor managers must attempt to forecast is the likelihood of policy intervention. Pred…inventoryscmrpost04/26/2020scmrpostHow Government Contract Dependence Affects Market PerformanceGovernment contracts are highly coveted because they offer many benefits. Governments tend to be reliable customers who sign long-term contracts in which cost is not always a criterion. Moreover, g…capitol buildingscmrpost01/30/2020scmrpostDobrzykowski and McFadden Examine Hospital GovernanceAmerican hospitals house a unique power dynamic. Nowhere else do you find such important figures who influence organizational performance, but may not necessarily be employees of the facilities in …hospital boardscmrpost10/07/2019scmrpostHow Do Shippers Choose A Carrier?While many have suggested that shippers should factor environmental and social sustainability into their trucking carrier selection process, little is known about how they actually make that decisi…red truckscmrpost06/18/2018scmrpostDobrzykowski Outlines Healthcare Supply Chain CharacteristicsWith healthcare supply chain management research still in its relative infancy, David Dobrzykowski – Associate Professor in the Department of Supply Chain Management in the University of Arkansas’s…doctorscmrpost03/18/2019scmrpostHow Sustainability Affects Carrier SelectionAs trucking carriers face public and governmental pressure to adopt sustainable practices, the decision to do so is made easier by a growing body of studies showing sustainability’s benefitstruck and cars on roadscmrpost05/01/2020scmrpostDrug Testing Procedures in Trucking: An OverviewAs trucking regulators consider changes to the mandatory drug testing program, we examine the merits of urine, hair, and oral fluid testing; the debate over hair testing; and possible outcomes of policymakers’ recent proposals.Plastic baggie of methamphetamine alongside a lighter, a syringe, and a spoon of methamphetamine that has been heated.Ron Gordon, Doug Voss, Andrew Balthrop, Joe Cangelosiscmrpost01/11/2022scmrpostWhite Paper: Inflation and Healthcare Supply ChainsInflation poses a particular challenge in the healthcare industry. Supply chain costs for the industry have risen faster than revenues, resulting in a squeeze for industry. Furthermore, disruptions in healthcare supply chains have resulted in higher cost increases than reported. JB Hunt Department of Supply Chain Management faculty discuss strategies for healthcare providers in the latest SCMRC white paper. Healthcare white paper with a grayscale header image that shows a tablet and health information.scmrpostMonday, November 14, 2022 8:51:19 AM PSTscmrpostDrug Testing Procedures in Trucking: An OverviewAs trucking regulators consider changes to the mandatory drug testing program, we examine the merits of urine, hair, and oral fluid testing; the debate over hair testing; and possible outcomes of policymakers’ recent proposals.Plastic baggie of methamphetamine alongside a lighter, a syringe, and a spoon of methamphetamine that has been heated.Ron Gordon, Doug Voss, Andrew Balthrop, Joe Cangelosiscmrpost01/11/2022scmrpostFighting Scalping Bots May Be a Losing Battle for RetailersIt is not clear that retailers can stop scalpers from buying up high-demand products — or that they are especially incentivized to do so.Man standing in front of a stack of sneakers boxes and a laptopRon Gordonscmrpost06/22/2022scmrpostGetting Online Shoppers to Choose No-Rush Shipping Is Easier Than You ThinkAs e-commerce sites try to cut costs and reduce their carbon footprint by incentivizing customers to choose no-rush shipping, new research shows that the solution may be as simple as giving shoppers information on carbon emissions.Woman completing an online purchase from her couch.Ron Gordonscmrpost09/29/2022scmrpostHigh Inventory Levels and Declining Sales Could Spell Bad News for Retailers Supply chain disruptions and record consumer demand kept inventory levels low through most of 2020 and 2021. Retailers have finally been able to replenish their inventories — but cooling demand could make them wish they hadn't.A man stands in front of tall racks of boxes of inventory in a warehouse.Jason Miller, Ron Gordonscmrpost04/07/2022scmrpostHow Should "Free" Goods Be Distributed? Lessons From COVID-19 Tests and MasksIn January, the U.S. government began mailing at-home COVID-19 tests directly to consumers and indirectly providing N95 masks through retailers. While each distribution method has its pros and cons, indirect distribution seems to be the best option for similar programs in the future.Image shows the hand of someone conducting an at-home Covid test.Dave Ketchen, Jessica Darby, Ron Gordonscmrpost03/16/2022scmrpostInternational Shipping Prices Don’t Explain Why Seafood Costs More This Holiday SeasonRecent supply chain disruptions make it tempting to explain inflation by scapegoating high transportation costs. But the data does not support that argument. To better understand the forces at play, we examine the cost of a heavily imported staple of many holiday dinners: seafood. Seafood platter being brought to a family's dinner table on ChristmasJason Miller, Ron Gordon scmrpost12/20/2021scmrpostIt's Easier Being Green: How Sustainability Influences Carrier ChoiceAs manufacturers, retailers, and consumers demand sustainability throughout supply chains, shipping managers are scrutinizing current and potential trucking partners’ sustainability as never before…truck driversscmrpost08/10/2021scmrpostLow Interest Rates, Price Controls, and Home Gardens: A Cautionary Tale of Inflation PsychologyWhen policymakers failed to tame inflation in the late 60s and early to mid 70s, Americans came to expect prices to keep rising. That mindset helped fuel a “Great Inflation” that lasted until 1982.Black and white photo of shoppers in a supermarket in 1978.Ron Gordon, Andrew Balthropscmrpost07/27/2022scmrpostMany Truckers Will Stay Home During This Week’s Inspection BlitzWhen inspection events are announced in advance, carriers often park their trucks instead of paying for maintenance. But announced inspections still serve a purpose.Happy man playing video games with his son.Ron Gordonscmrpost05/17/2022scmrpostMiller Examines Trucking Safety ComplianceNumerous studies have shown that larger trucking carriers are more compliant with safety regulations than their smaller counterparts. However, there is no consensus on why that is the case. Some ha…examine tiresscmrpost02/01/2020scmrpostMiller, Golicic, and Fugate Analyze Trucking SafetyAre trucking carriers who utilize more owner-operators more compliant with safety rules than those with more employee drivers? SCM researchers have debated that question since the 1980s. Some have …truck and mountainsscmrpost06/01/2018scmrpostNew Research Questions Benefits of Federally Mandated Truck Monitoring DevicesOn December 18, 2017 the U.S. Department of Transportation began requiring carriers to equip nearly all semi-trucks with electronic logging devices (ELDs) that monitor drivers’ working hourstruck during sunsetscmrpost07/31/2020scmrpostNew Research Shows Unintended Consequences of the Crash Preventability ProgramThe Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSA) recently-implemented Crash Preventability Program allows trucking carriers to dispute their fault after they are involved in certain types …road with skid marksscmrpost11/30/2020scmrpostNew Study Shows Why Truck Drivers Quit and How Firms Can Fight TurnoverA better understanding of why drivers quit can help firms address trucking’s long-standing driver retention problem. A new study by Stephanie P. Thomas, Sara Liao-Troth, and Donnie F. Williams anal…sad truck driverscmrpost11/18/2020scmrpostOptimizing Delivery Management in Large CitiesAs retailers compete to offer faster delivery, companies like FedEx and UPS strive to maximize driver efficiency. With drivers making more than 100 stops per day, delivery management is key to opti…delivery boyscmrpost06/20/2019scmrpostPhares and Richey Examine Beer Regulations’ Unintended ConsequencesTime postponement is a common supply chain strategy wherein fully manufactured and labeled inventory is stored in a distribution center until a nearby retailer places an order. While time postponem…beer glassscmrpost02/10/2021scmrpostPort Backlogs Will Play Little Role in the Holiday Season’s Empty ShelvesIf ports were running smoothly, we would still be experiencing shortages because uncertain demand has flummoxed many supply chain forecasting systems.Artist's rendering of Christmas gifts in open cargo containersMatthew A. Waller, Jason Millerscmrpost12/08/2021scmrpostAre Gas Stations and Oil Refineries Price Gouging? Not According to Federal Economic DataGas prices are up, but gas station profits are down. And though oil refineries have had several strong quarters, they do not appear to be profiteering.Closeup image of a service station gas pump.Jason Miller, Ron Gordonscmrpost06/17/2022scmrpostRecord High Food Prices May Get Worse Food prices were already soaring before Russia's invasion of Ukraine raised prices for wheat, soybeans, and cooking oils. Rising commodity prices mean we will likely pay even more for food in the coming months.Wheat field with a storm in the background.Jason Miller, Ron Gordonscmrpost04/15/2022scmrpostResearchers Examine How Policy Affects Retail Medical ClinicsRetail medical clinics (RMCs) like Walmart Health, Kroger’s The Little Clinic, and Amazon have the potential to revolutionize American healthcare with innovative delivery models informed by the ret…stethoscope on billscmrpost10/29/2020scmrpostResearchers Assess Pros and Cons of Mandating Female Board RepresentationA recent study finds that firms whose boards of directors include multiple women recall defective, highly dangerous products more quickly. While the authors find that firms with one female director…board membersscmrpost02/10/2021scmrpostResearchers Outline Key Components of Effective Older Adult CareThe world’s population is aging rapidly. This is largely due to a combination of increased life expectancy, lowered fertility rates, and the aging of the large “baby boom” generation. The United Na…nurse with old ladyscmrpost03/18/2020scmrpostResearch Shows How High Driver Turnover Rates Affect Freight PricingDriver turnover forces carriers to spend large sums recruiting and training new drivers. One industry source estimates carriers spend roughly $15,000 to recruit, train, and seat each new driver. Wi…freight truckscmrpost10/20/2020scmrpostResearchers Show How Regulatory Compliance FluctuatesDecoupling involves formally announcing a company’s adoption of practices that comply with new governmental regulations, while continuing many daily routines which violate the regulations. It usual…jigsaw puzzlescmrpost04/29/2019scmrpostResearchers Examine Disaster Relief CollaborationAfter a natural disaster various types of organizations work together to help those affected. Local nongovernmental organizations work alongside national nongovernmental organizations and governmen…disaster relief suppliesscmrpost08/05/2020scmrpostResearchers Show How Companies Respond to Politician MisconductMuch research has examined the way firms react to misconduct by exchange partners: buyers, suppliers, employees, etc. The revelation of misconduct forces partnering firms to decide whether the bene…politician scmrpost11/06/2019scmrpostResearchers Examine Food Safety Law’s Unintended ConsequencesThe Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) of 2011 marked the most comprehensive change in government oversight of food production and processing in over 70 years, shifting toward preventing foodborn…fresh vegetablesscmrpost02/10/2021scmrpostSupermarket Chains Are Not Price GougingFederal economic data does not support Elizabeth Warren’s claim that major grocers are using inflation as an excuse to unnecessarily raise prices.Woman wearing a mask shops for groceriesJason Miller, Ron Gordonscmrpost01/03/2022scmrpostRussia's Invasion of Ukraine May Worsen U.S. InflationThough Russia is a relatively minor U.S. trading partner, the disruption of Russian fertilizer, wheat, and aluminum exports will likely worsen U.S. inflation.Russian tanks on display.Jason Miller, Ron GordonscmrpostscmrpostRaccoons, Scientologists, and Extended Turnaround TimesRecord manufacturer Gold Rush Vinyl has faced many of the same supply chain issues firms in other industries have grappled with during the pandemic — and some that are very unique. Vinyl record on a turntableRon Gordonscmrpost06/02/2022scmrpostScott and Davis-Sramek Analyze Trucking’s Gender ImbalanceResearchers have largely overlooked the topic of women in trucking, even though recruiting and retaining more female drivers could help the industry address its long-standing driver shortage. Numer…female truck driver 2scmrpost02/17/2021scmrpostSingle-Sourcing, Market Concentration, and an Overkill Recall: A Losing Formula for Infant Milk The infant formula shortage shows a need to diversify the market and improve the industry's capacity for product recalls.Powdered infant formula being scooped from a container on a kitchen table.Dave Ketchen, Andrew Balthrop, Ron Gordonscmrpost06/14/2022scmrpostStates May Receive Millions To Improve Truck Parking Infrastructure. How Should They Spend the Money?Researchers from New Zealand's EROAD and the U of A's Freight Transportation Data Research Lab have created a system that can help show policymakers where funding is most needed.Overhead view of trucks parked at a rest stop at night.Ron Gordonscmrpost08/24/2022scmrpostStudy Shows Green Technology’s Influence on Carrier SelectionThe demand for environmental sustainability is high enough that shippers will choose carriers who use green weigh station and tollbooth bypass technology in their trucks, even when those carriers …"green sign on roadscmrpost09/10/2019scmrpostWomen and Collaboration in the Supply ChainFirms in the supply chain seek to further their own interests but also collaborate with their partner firms in order to reap the benefits of an efficient supply chain. Women and collaboration in the supply chainJohn Aloysiusscmrpost11/01/2021scmrpostSupply Chain Professors on Policy: Uncertainty, Buffers, and Trade-OffsWhile adding safety stock or capacity may allow companies to meet unexpected spikes in demand due to disruptions, there are trade-offs to consider. Supply Chain Manager at Shipping Facilityscmrpost08/27/2021scmrpostC4 Decision Architecture for Contested Sustainment: How four supply chain ideas form one operational logicLearn how a C4 decision architecture could revolutionize military sustainment by equipping logisticians with data-driven, resilient decision-making tools to keep forces supplied and effective in contested battlefields where traditional supply lines fail.Graphic with a camouflage background titled “C4 Decision Architecture for Contested Sustainment,” featuring four connected icons labeled Command (replenishment decision), Commit (late/postponement), Coordinate (flow/cross-docking), and Compress (time at the node/autonomous forklifts), illustrated with a shield, clock, warehouse, and forklift with satellite signal.Matt Wallerscmrpost02/26/2026scmrpostSupply Chain Resilience vs. Efficiency: A False Dichotomy?Technology has come a long way since the “efficiency versus resilience” narrative was written. Firms can now use automation, visibility tools, and data analytics to improve resilience while cutting long term costs. Blurred image of a retail store with clear interconnected technological communication symbols in the foreground.Jennifer Blackhurst, Ron Gordon scmrpost12/16/2021scmrpostAutonomy Without Alignment Is Fragility: What Principal-Agent Theory Tells Us About Contested LogisticsLearn why autonomy alone isn’t enough for military systems to thrive under pressure, and how strong alignment between goals, theory, and execution can make the difference between resilience and fragility in contested environments.Graphic with a camouflage background titled “Autonomy Without Alignment Is Fragility: What Principal-Agent Theory Tells Us About Contested Logistics,” featuring a clock icon and a warehouse with boxes connected by two opposing arrows, symbolizing coordination and alignment.Matt Wallerscmrpost02/27/2026scmrposthttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/supply-chain-stress-test.phpSupply Chain Stress Testing: To Mandate, or Not to Mandate?On March 17, 2000, lightning struck an Albuquerque, New Mexico, powerline. The resulting surge overloaded the power grid and started a fire in a nearby factory. The blaze destroyed millions of microchips. supply chain stress testscmrpost06/28/2021scmrpostWhy Are Supermarket Shelves Empty?Elevated sales, low inventories, and Omicron-induced staffing woes help explain why supermarkets are experiencing stockouts.A mask-wearing woman shrugs her shoulders in front of empty supermarket shelves.Jason Miller, Andrew Balthropscmrpost01/18/2022scmrposthttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/land-of-opportunity-beginnings-of-northwest-arkansas-supply-chain-cluster.phpThe Land of Opportunity: The Beginnings of Northwest Arkansas’ Supply Chain ClusterBetween 1930 and 1975, the seeds were sown for Northwest Arkansas to emerge as a global business powerhouse.people about opportunitiesscmrpost04/05/2021scmrpostWhat Does Wall Street Volatility Mean for Freight Markets?Uncertainty is causing a historically bad month on Wall Street. That could affect freight markets, but transportation firms should not panic yet.Images suggesting falling stock prices are superimposed over a semi-truckAndrew Balthrop, Ron Gordonscmrpost01/26/2022scmrposthttps://walton.uark.edu/insights/the-development-of-northwest-arkansas-supply-chain-cluster.php‘Those People Bought Walmart Stock Early’: The Development of Northwest Arkansas’ Supply Chain Cluster, 1975-2010Many of the developments that boosted Arkansas’ national profile were inseparable from the growth of its northwestern corner’s supply chain cluster: a concentrated set of supply chain-related business activities.people in black and white in a meetingscmrpost04/16/2021scmrpostWill Online Shoppers Pay for Upgraded Delivery?Online shoppers value fast shipping, accurate tracking information, and undamaged deliveries. They perceive certain delivery carriers to be superior to others. If highly regarded carriers like FedEx…online goods deliveryscmrpost03/02/2020scmrpostTokar and Swink Encourage SCM Researchers to Consider Policy ImplicationsThe Supply Chain Management Research Center at the Walton College of Business leads a multi-university research initiative aimed at advancing our understanding of the way public policy affectsgearsscmrpost03/18/2019scmrpostWomen, Supply Chain, and Governor Hutchinson’s Task Force for Economic RecoveryExamining women’s current participation in supply chain jobs, the benefits of bringing more women into the supply chain workforce, and suggesting ways to achieve that goal.women in supply chainscmrpost08/15/2021scmrpostTruck Driver Burnout: Ways Carriers Can Fight Stress-Related TurnoverTrucking firms have spent decades trying to address the industry’s driver retention problem. Past attempts have not solved the problem, so we are taking a different approachtrucks in grey scalescmrpost10/14/2020scmrpostWhat Percentage of Truck Drivers Are Female?The gender composition of the U.S. trucking work force has received a lot of attention recently. Trucking has historically been male-dominated, and with the widespread driver shortage, some have su…female truck driverscmrpost03/17/2021scmrpostThe Army doesn’t need better logistics AI. It needs better decision architecture.The article argues that the Army doesn’t need better logistics AI—it needs stronger decision architecture to make smarter, coordinated choices.A camouflage background featuring bold overlay text that reads, “The Army doesn’t need better logistics AI. It needs better decision architecture.”Matt Wallerscmrpost02/20/2026scmrpostPrecision Sustainment Is a Quality Problem Masquerading as an AI ProblemA closer look at “precision sustainment,” arguing that the real challenge isn’t AI—but underlying quality and decision-making issues in sustainment operations.A camouflage background graphic featuring the headline “Precision Sustainment: The Quality Behind the Speed,” alongside simple clock and warehouse icons.Matt Wallerscmrpost02/23/2026scmrpostContested Postponement: What a supply chain model reveals about the Army’s hardest logistics problemAn exploration of “contested postponement,” explaining how a supply chain model offers strategic insight into managing risk and responsiveness in contested or disrupted environments.A camouflage background graphic featuring the headline “Contested Postponement” with a subtitle about the Army’s logistics challenges, accompanied by target and hourglass icons connected by a double arrow.Matt Wallerscmrpost02/23/2026scmrpostFlow, Not Storage: What Cross‑Docking Teaches Us About Contested SustainmentAn exploration of the contested sustainment paradox: we work hard to move materiel forward and then we make it easy to target once it arrives.A camouflage background graphic featuring the headline "Flow, Not Storage" with a subtitle about the Army's contested sustainment paradox, accompanied by icons depicting materiel storage and military vehicles connected by a double arrow.Matt Wallerscmrpost02/24/2026scmrpostWhat Autonomous Forklifts Have to Do with Surviving a Contested BattlefieldFind out how autonomous, human-assisted forklifts could reshape battlefield logistics by speeding supply throughput, reducing troop exposure, and turning warehouse efficiency into a survivability advantage in contested environments.Graphic with a camouflage background displaying the title “What Autonomous Forklifts Have to Do with Surviving a Contested Battlefield,” alongside a white icon of a forklift carrying stacked crates, a satellite signal symbol, and a target reticle.Matt Wallerscmrpost02/25/2026scmrpostWorking Paper | Reducing the Cost of Last Mile Delivery: A Channel Shifting Behavioral ApproachThe increasing prevalence of ecommerce has presented an abundance of challenges for retailers. Among the most prominent of these is the high cost and operational complexity of home delivery for online purchases. While alternate delivery channels, such as buy online pickup in store, have recently been developed, shoppers still typically prefer the convenience of delivery – particularly when retailers offer it at the low cost and high speed of today’s competitive environment. In this paper we test the efficacy of two potential methods of shifting consumers’ delivery selection away from costly delivery and toward the much more favorable pickup option – namely sustainability-oriented information labels and monetary discounts. Our results show that information labels are indeed effective at shaping behavior and are far more impactful than the modest discount retailers tend to offer. Further, we find no evidence of negative second-order effects related to the messages. Thus our work presents retailers with a possible win-win tactic for easing the cost and challenge of ecommerce without losing the patronage of customers.By Rodney Thomas and Travis Tokar05/17/2024Season 2, Episode 9: Interview with Laura Spence Discussing the Future of Business EthicsHe started as a medical doctor and psychiatrist by training, but now, this week's podcast guest, Gianpiero Petriglieri, is a professor of organizational behavior and expert on leadership and learning in the workplace. Petriglieri talks with Cindy Moehring about the relationship between leadership and ethics along with his thoughts on where the field of business ethics should be heading in the future. Cindy Moehring Laura Spence11/05/2020Season 2, Episode 6: Interview With Ed Freeman Discussing the Future of Business EthicsWe have the immense pleasure of having Ed Freeman, university professor and academic director of the Institute for Business in Society at the University of Virginia Darden School of Business. As the author and editor of over 30 volumes and 150 articles in the areas of stakeholder management, business strategy, and business ethics, Freeman is a true luminary in his field. Most recently, Freeman is known for his new book The Power of And, and his new documentary, Fishing with Dynamite, available on iTunes. Join us as Cindy Moehring and Ed Freeman discuss the stakeholder theory, Freeman's contributions to the field of business ethics, and where the future of business ethics education is heading. Cindy Moehring Ed Freeman 10/15/2020https://walton.uark.edu/insights/advance-your-career-tips.phpWant to Advance in Your Career? Follow These 3 Simple TipsThe hardest integrity lessons to learn are often the ones that seem so simple. It pays to be reminded of them because managers slip up on the seemingly easy things and ruin their careers, over and over again.Cindy MoehringHeart and coin balance06/18/2020https://walton.uark.edu/insights/in-the-age-of-me-too.phpWhy You Should Listen to Your Inner Voice, And to Others, in the Age of #metooThe #metoo movement is a practical way of thinking about one of the six principles for the practice of business ethics – respect everyone’s autonomy. Cindy Moehring In the age of #metoo06/25/2020Season 4, Episode 7: Alanna Fishman - Implementing Successful ESG Strategies for Your CompanyCindy Moehring is joined by Alanna Fishman to discuss current environmental, social, and corporate governance, a practice that has gained increasing relevance in the business world. Alanna FishmanCindy Moehring10/14/2021https://walton.uark.edu/insights/ensure-your-supply-chain-has-integrity.phpChild Labor and Corruption in the Congo. 2 Tips to Ensure Your Supply Chain Has IntegrityA full two-thirds of the world’s supply of cobalt is found in the Congo, and tech companies need it to make the lithium-ion batteries in phones, computers and almost every other rechargeable gadget.Cindy MoehringCongo on a map07/08/2020Season 4, Episode 1: Craig Harper - J.B. Hunt's ESG JourneyCindy Moehring sits down with Craig Harper, Chief Sustainability Officer at J.B. Hunt Transportation Services to discuss J.B. Hunt’s first sustainability report and the company’s journey towards a more ecologically responsible, inclusive, and safe set of business practices. Craig HarperCindy Moehring09/02/2021Alyssa Simpson Rochwerger: Speaker Recap for Let's Talk about Ethical AI Alyssa Simpson Rochwerger spoke to Walton College as a part of the Let's Talk about Ethical AI program hosted by the Business Integrity Leadership Initiative. Alyssa Simpson Rochwerger serves as the director of product at Blue Shield of California, which provides more than 4.5 million Californians with access to affordable health care. She has over a decade of experience in building technical data-driven products and has held numerous leadership roles for machine learning organizations, including director of product at IBM Watson. Alyssa Simpson Rochwerger - Let's Talk about Ethical AI guest speakerCindy Moehring03/18/2022Season 4, Episode 4: Ed Huber - How Clorox Is Taking A Stand Against Climate ChangeOn this episode of The BIS, Cindy Moehring chats with Ed Huber, Chief Sustainability Officer at Clorox.Ed HuberCindy Moehring09/22/2021Season 4, Episode 11: Andrew Ciafardini - ESG in the Fintech WorldCindy Moehring chats with Andrew Ciafardini, Chief Sustainability and Global Public Policy Officer at FIS to discuss his incredibly diverse career.Andrew CiafardiniCindy Moehring11/11/2021Season 2, Episode 4: Interview With Jeff Moriarty Discussing the Future of Business EthicsDr. Cindy Moehring and Jeffrey Moriarty discuss his research on the ethical aspect of compensation arrangements including CEO compensation his role and the impact the Hoffman Center for Business Ethics has, and where business ethics is going in the future to best prepare students heading into the workforce. Cindy Moehring Cindy Moehring and Jeffrey Moriarty10/01/2020Season 2, Episode 15: Interview with Andrew Stark Discussing the Future of Business EthicsFor our final episode of Season 2 of The BIS podcast, we’re honored to have Andrew Stark, professor of Strategic Management at the University of Toronto. Stark is also the author of the HBR article “What’s the Matter with Business Ethics?” Throughout season 2, we’ve been referencing this article to pull insights and look towards what the future of business ethics entails. Join us as Cindy Moehring and Stark discuss where the field of business ethics has been and where it’s heading. Cindy Moehring Andrew Stark12/22/2020Season 2, Episode 12: Interview with Jennifer Kish-Gephart Discussing the Future of Business EthicsWe're staying close to home for this episode of The BIS! This week Cindy is interviewing Professor Jennifer Kish-Gephart from the University of Arkansas. Professor Kish-Gephart's research is based on why individuals behave unethically in the workplace particularly through the lens of emotions, moral disengagement, and the non-conscious. Cindy Moehring Jennifer Kish-Gephart12/03/2020Season 4, Episode 9: Andy Ruben - Trove & Creating More Sustainable BrandsIn this new episode of the BIS, Cindy Moehring chats with Andy Reuben, the first Chief Sustainability Officer at Walmart and the CEO/founder of Trove, a white-label platform that helps companies resell their products and create a sustainable circular economy.Andy RubenCindy Moehring10/28/2021Season 4, Episode 8: Jon White - Auditing Forced Labor in the Private SectorCindy Moehring is joined by Jon White, Managing Director at Omega Compliance, a Hong Kong-based organization that provides monitoring and guidance for ethical supply chain systems.Jon WhiteCindy Moehring10/21/2021Season 2, Episode 14: Interview with Ann Tenbrunsel Discussing the Future of Business EthicsShe started in the business world, but now teaches in academia. We are excited to introduce our next guest, Ann Tenbrunsel, a true leader in the field of business ethics. Cindy Moehring Ann Tenbrunsel12/17/2020Season 5, Episode 9: Creating Compassionate AI Conversations with Rama AkkirajuRama Akkiraju, an IBM Fellow, IBM Academy Member, IBM Master Inventor, and Director of IBM’s Watson Division, is a pioneer in applying AI to solve real world problems. Rama AkkirajuCindy Moehring03/17/2022Season 4, Episode 14: Anthony Campagna & Kevin Spellman - ESG and InvestingThis week’s episode of the BIS sees Cindy conversing with Anthony Campagna, Managing Director at ISS and Kevin Spellman, Senior Advisor to ISS and adjunct professor at IE Business School in Spain. Anthony Campagna & Kevin SpellmanCindy Moehring12/09/2021Season 3, Episode 12: Dina Howell: The Importance of a Shared Purpose and Trust in the Business EcosystemJoin Cindy Moehring as she talks with Dina Howell, board director for Spin Master and former CEO of Saatchi & Saatchi X. Moehring and Howell discuss how critical it is for companies to have a strong, shared purpose and the importance of building trust between all stakeholders in the business ecosystem. Cindy MoehringDina Howell04/08/2021Season 3, Episode 3: Leo Mackay | Leadership and Integrity from the Navy to Corporate AmericaCindy Moehring and Leo Mackay discuss the differences in ethics and compliance in the Navy vs corporate America. Cindy Moehring Leo Mackay02/05/2021Season 1, Episode 6: Avoid Discrimination and HarassmentIn the age of #MeToo, respecting other’s autonomy is at the forefront of the media. But when work cultures sometimes blur lines, how do you respond? This episode breaks down actionable tips you can use to practice the business ethics principle of avoiding discrimination and harassment.Cindy MoehringCindy Moehring and Matt Waller06/25/2020https://walton.uark.edu/insights/ethical-ai.php5 Practical Tips for the Ethical Use of Artificial IntelligenceThe ever-increasing and pervasive existence of technology in our lives makes the ethical use of it more important than ever. Cindy MoehringAI technology07/16/2020Season 1, Episode 8: Avoid Forced LaborWith the increase of supply chains that span the globe and involve multiple links in the chain, there is potential for forced labor. Who is in charge when this happens? Who bears the burden? This episode explains the business ethics principle of avoiding forced labor, and how to put it into practice. Your resource for practical business ethics tips, from the Business Integrity Leadership Initiative at the Sam M. Walton College of Business.Cindy MoehringCindy Moehring and Matt Waller07/09/2020Season 3, Episode 14: Deborah Majoras | Growing a Business with Intergity through Purpose, Values, and Principles Deborah Majoras, Chief Legal Officer at Proctor & Gamble, joins Cindy Moehring to discuss the implications of business ethics in the corporate world.Cindy MoehringDeborah Majoras04/22/2021Season 5, Episode 7: Behind the Buzzwords in Tech with Sam CharringtonSam Charrington, software engineer, entrepreneur and TWIML podcast host joins Cindy Moehring and sheds light on what lies behind the tech buzzwords. Sam CharringtonCindy Moehring03/03/2022Season 3, Episode 15: Julie Kane | What's Next? The Future of Compliance and Business EthicsJulie Kane, former Chief Executive Compliance Officer at Pacific Gas and Electric Company and current board member at Siga Technologies, joins Cindy Moehring for the latest installment of The Business Integrity School. Julie KaneCindy Moehring04/29/2021Season 3, Episode 9: Benno Dorer | Clorox, COVID, and Good GrowthVikas Anand is the Executive Director of MBA Programs and Graduate Innovation at the Walton College of Business. Cindy MoehringBenno Dorer03/18/2021Season 3, Episode 15: Julie Kane | What's Next? The Future of Compliance and Business EthicsJulie Kane, former Chief Executive Compliance Officer at Pacific Gas and Electric Company and current board member at Siga Technologies, joins Cindy Moehring for the latest installment of The Business Integrity School. Cindy MoehringJulie Kane04/29/2021Season 2, Episode 5: Interview With Dirk Matten Discussing the Future of Business EthicsWe head outside of the United States to talk with Professor Dirk Matten on this episode of The BIS Podcast. As the founding director of the Center for Excellence and Responsible Business at York University, Dr. Matten has gained a wealth of knowledge that he shares with Dr. Cindy Moehring. Dr. Moehring and Dr. Matten share their insights on what direction they believe business ethics education should be heading for the future. Cindy Moehring Dirk Matten10/08/2020Season 2, Episode 8: Interview with Linda Treviño Discussing the Future of Business EthicsHe started as a medical doctor and psychiatrist by training, but now, this week's podcast guest, Gianpiero Petriglieri, is a professor of organizational behavior and expert on leadership and learning in the workplace. Petriglieri talks with Cindy Moehring about the relationship between leadership and ethics along with his thoughts on where the field of business ethics should be heading in the future. Cindy Moehring Linda Treviño10/29/2020https://walton.uark.edu/insights/posts/building-trust-in-business-strategies-for-maintaining-credibility.phpBuilding Trust in Business: Strategies for Maintaining CredibilityPublic trust in business is high compared to how the public perceives government, media, and NGOs. What can businesses do to maintain and further this trust?Cindy Moehring Handshake with arrows: Building Trust in Business: Strategies for Maintaining CredibilityThursday, March 30, 2023 9:49:08 AM PDTSeason 3, Episode 2: Eugene Soltes | Harvard Professor With an Inside Look To the Mind of White Collar CriminalsEugene sits down with Cindy Moehring in this episode to discuss his experience interviewing over 50 white-collar criminals including Bernie Madoff. Cindy Moehring Eugene Soltes01/28/2021Season 4, Episode 12: Dan Worrell - ESG & CollaborationThis special episode of The BIS features Walton College professor Dan Worrell and Cindy Moehring talking about the history of CSR into what we now know as ESG. Dan WorrellCindy Moehring11/17/2021Business Integrity BadgeThe Business Integrity career readiness badge sets the foundation for participants to earn fundamental knowledge of ethics principles.Business Integrity Badge12/01/2019Season 4, Episode 3: Kevin Bales - Modern Slavery, Environmental Destruction, and Creating Ethical Supply ChainsCindy Moehring’s guest is Kevin Bales, author, professor at the University of Nottingham, UK, and leading expert on contemporary slavery. Kevin BalesCindy Moehring09/16/2021Season 2, Episode 13: Interview with Celia Moore Discussing the Future of Business EthicsCelia Moore, professor of Organisational Behaviour at the Imperial College Business School in London is our next guest. Celia's teaching sits at the epicenter of leadership and ethics with a focus on supporting individuals to enact their moral agency responsibly. Cindy Moehring Celia Moore12/10/2020Season 2, Episode 10: Interview with Kirsten MartinKirsten Martin is a professor of technology ethics at the University of Notre Dame's Mendoza School of Business. Kirsten is a nationally recognized expert in privacy, technology and corporate responsibility.Cindy Moehring Kirsten Martin11/12/2020Season 3, Episode 6: Chuck Duross | Former DOJ Procsecuter's View on Integrity and Its Impact on Frontline Business ManagersIn this episode, host Cindy Moehring sits down with Global Co-Chair of Investigations and White Collar Defense Practice Charles “Chuck” Duross to discuss his lengthy career in the law deaing with white collar crime, business ethics and compliance.Cindy MoehringChuck Duross02/25/2021Season 5, Episode 12: Designing Responsible AI From the Start With Wilson PangJoin in as Cindy Moehring talks with Wilson Pang about designing responsible AI systems from conception to deployment in a world where technology moves incredibly fast. Wilson PangCindy Moehring04/14/2022Season 5, Episode 3: Convenience vs Privacy in Fintech with Kara HillCindy Moehring visits with Kara Hill, Corporate Chief Information Officer and Transformation Lead at FIS, to learn more about ethics in the fintech world. Kara HillCindy Moehring02/03/2022Season 3, Episode 14: Deborah Majoras | Growing a Business with Intergity through Purpose, Values, and Principles Deborah Majoras, Chief Legal Officer at Proctor & Gamble, joins Cindy Moehring to discuss the implications of business ethics in the corporate world.Deborah MajorasCindy Moehring04/22/2021Season 2, Episode 7: Interview with Gianpiero Petriglieri Discussing the Future of Business EthicsHe started as a medical doctor and psychiatrist by training, but now, this week's podcast guest, Gianpiero Petriglieri, is a professor of organizational behavior and expert on leadership and learning in the workplace. Petriglieri talks with Cindy Moehring about the relationship between leadership and ethics along with his thoughts on where the field of business ethics should be heading in the future. Cindy Moehring Gianpiero Petriglieri10/22/2020Season 5, Episode 11: Data Stewardship and Ethical AI Practices With Jerry JonesCindy Moehring is joined by Jerry Jones, EVP and Chief Ethics and Legal Officer of LiveRamp, a data enablement platform.Jerry JonesCindy Moehring04/07/2022Ijeoma Oluo: Let's Talk SeriesIjeoma Oluo spoke via Zoom at the University of Arkansas for the Let’s Talk program on integrity and race. The event was a huge success with over 600 attendees.Ijeoma Oluo01/04/2021trueEugene Soltes: Speaker Recap for Let's Talk about FraudEugene Soltes spoke to Walton College as a part of the Let's Talk about Fraud program hosted by the Business Integrity Leadership Initiative. Eugene Soltes, the author of the required reading, is a Professor of Business Administration at Harvard Business School. Eugene’s work focuses on corporate integrity and utilizing data analytics to predict, detect, and mitigate issues related to organizational misconduct. Eugene Soltes - Let's Talk about Fraud guest speaker03/24/2021Season 5, Episode 1: Ethical Agility & Technology Perspectives with Tom CreelyIn the first episode of the BIS Season 5, Cindy visits with Thomas E. Creely, the director of Ethics & Emerging Military Technology Graduate Program at the US Naval War College.Tom CreelyCindy Moehring01/20/2022trueLet’s Talk About Fraud: A New Business Integrity Leadership Program for SpringA spring program about white collar crime. What it is. Why people do it. How to recognize it.A group of students having a conversation12/18/2020Season 5, Episode 10: Exploring Ethical Dilemmas of Emerging Technologies with Wendell WallachWendell Wallach, renowned bioethicist, author, and Senior Fellow of the Carnegie Council, joins Cindy Moehring to discuss trending ethical concerns of emerging technologies including AI, bioethics, and the metaverse. Wendell WallachCindy Moehring03/31/2022https://walton.uark.edu/insights/posts/five-essential-tips-for-whistleblowers-what-you-need-to-know.php5 Essential Tips for Whistleblowers: What You Need to KnowIts successful whistleblower program plays an important role in the SEC's mission to protect investors, maintain fair markets, and facilitate capital formation. Cindy Moehring2D Sketch of silhouettes, one of which is blowing a whistle; Walton Insights Article: "5 Essential Tips for Whistleblowers: What You Need to Know" by Cindy Moehring05/30/2023trueLet’s Talk About FraudA spring program about white-collar crime, what it is, why people do it, and how to recognize it. The speaker series comprises two white-collar criminals, Walt Pavlo and Richard Bistrong. Both speakers spent time in jail for their crimes and now devote their professional efforts to education so others can learn from their mistakes. Let's Talk about Fraud12/18/2020https://walton.uark.edu/insights/posts/harnessing-the-power-of-generative-ai-opportunities-risks-and-responsibilities.phpHarnessing the Power of Generative AI: Opportunities, Risks, and ResponsibilitiesGenerative AI tools like ChatGPT, Bard, and DALL-E are disrupting the business world. How can leaders optimize this technology while keeping ethical guidelines?Cindy MoehringHarnessing the Power of Generative AI: Opportunities, Risks, and Responsibilities06/30/2023trueChuck Duross: Speaker Recap for Let's Talk about FraudChuck Duross spoke to Walton College as a part of the Let's Talk about Fraud program hosted by the Business Integrity Leadership Initiative. Chuck Duross, a former Deputy Chief of the Department of Justice’s Criminal Fraud Section, is now a globally recognized white collar criminal defense attorney with Morrison Foerster. Chuck is internationally recognized for his leading role in developing and implementing the government’s Foreign Corrupt Practices Act enforcement strategy. Chuck Duross - Let's Talk about Fraud guest speaker03/09/2021Season 2, Episode 3: Interview with Mary Gentile Discussing the Future of Business EthicsIn this episode of the BIS: Business Integrity School Podcast, Cindy Moehring sits down with Mary Gentile, creator and director of “Giving Voice to Values” (GVV). Mary’s approach has advanced the ethics field by asking a completely different question. Once you know what you think the right thing to do is, how do you go about about getting it done? This action-oriented step is a practical addition to the necessary awareness and analysis of issues.Cindy MoehringMary Gentile 09/24/2020https://walton.uark.edu/insights/posts/how-businesses-can-fight-the-growing-trend-of-child-labor-abuse.phpHow Businesses Can Fight the Growing Trend of Child Labor AbuseWhat can businesses do to fight child labor abuse? Cindy Moehring provides five proactive steps businesses can take to address this core ethical issue.Cindy MoehringTorn paper reading "Child Labor." Article: "How Businesses Can Fight the Growing Trend of Child Labor Abuse"04/27/2023Erika Cheung: Speaker Recap for Let's Talk about Speaking UpErika Cheung spoke to Walton College as a part of the Let's Talk about Speaking Up program hosted by the Business Integrity Leadership Initiative. Erika Cheung is one of the key whistleblowers who reported Theranos’ false medical tests to health regulators. Since then, Cheung co-founded and is the Executive Director of Ethics in Entrepreneurship. The non-profit develops resources and ethical training for future tech leaders to learn how to recognize and act on ethical problems. She is also the Program Director of Betatron, an early-stage venture capital firm based in Hong Kong. Erika Cheung - Let's Talk about Speaking Up guest speakerConnor Henderson11/21/2022https://walton.uark.edu/insights/posts/how-speaking-up-can-be-your-business-superpower.phpHow Speaking Up Can Be Your Business SuperpowerSet a tone, and create a culture that can address challenges. Cindy MoehringColorful hands raised09/09/2022Season 4, Episode 2: Lisa Morden - Sustainability Efforts at Kimberly ClarkOn this episode of The BIS, Cindy Moehring chats with Lisa Morden, VP of Safety and Sustainability at Kimberly-Clark. Lisa MordenCindy Moehring09/09/2021https://walton.uark.edu/insights/posts/how-to-integrate-ethics-building-the-business-integrity-leadership-initiative-at-walton-college.phpHow to Integrate Ethics: Building the Business Integrity Leadership Initiative at Walton CollegeFounder & Executive Chair Cindy Moehring outlines how the Business Integrity Leadership Initiative has accomplished so much in just a few years.Cindy MoehringRed arrows in various configurations with text that reads "Business Integrity Leadership Initiative at the Sam M. Walton College of Business, University of Arkansas; Article: "How to Integrate Ethics: Building the Business Integrity Leadership Initiative at Walton College"Let's Talk About Fraud: Introduction To the Program“This semester’s program was designed to give participants first-hand insight into what white collar crime is, why people do it, and how it can be avoided” said Cindy Moehring, Founder and Executive Chair of the Business Integrity Leadership Initiative. Let's Talk About Fraud: Business Integrity Leadership Initiative 01/27/2021Let's Talk About Keeping Your WordLearn from experts about the importance of keeping your word and following through with your actions.Let's Talk about Keeping Your Wordnews08/24/2023newsSeason 5, Episode 6: Human Imperfections in AI with Hal DauméCindy Moehring chats with Hal Daumé, senior principal researcher at Microsoft and professor of computer science at the University of Maryland, to explore the intersection of ethics and technology. Hal DauméCindy Moehring02/24/2022https://walton.uark.edu/insights/increase-trust-with-stakeholders.phpHere’s How to Increase Trust with StakeholdersThis year’s Edelman trust barometer reveals that despite a strong global economy and near full employment, none of the four main societal institutions scored high enough to be considered trusted. None of them.Cindy MoehringBusinessmen trusting each other06/04/2020https://walton.uark.edu/insights/integrity-crisis-what-business-schools-can-do.phpThe Integrity Crisis and 7 Things Business Schools Can Do About ItBusiness schools have a role to play here in making sure current and future business leaders learn from these situations and avoid making the same mistakes.Cindy Moehring Business integrity crisis, compass reading: Integrity, Respect, Ethics and Values05/20/2020Season 1, Episode 1: Introduction to Business EthicsBusiness ethics is an integral part of the corporate world. This introductory video offers information on how it applies to everyone in business, and the importance of integrating the topic in a practical way throughout a business school’s curriculum. Continue through this series to learn more about the principles of business ethics and how you can apply them. Cindy MoehringCindy Moehring and Matt Waller05/21/2020Mary Gentile: Speaker Recap for Let's Talk about Speaking UpMary Gentile spoke to Walton College as a part of the Let's Talk about Speaking Up program hosted by the Business Integrity Leadership Initiative. Mary C. Gentile, Ph.D., is a prominent values-driven leadership expert. Mary is a celebrated author and creator of the Giving Voice to Values curriculum. She is a retired Professor of Practice at the University of Virginia, a Senior Advisor to the Aspen Institute Business & Society Program, and an independent consultant. She was inducted into the Thinkers50 Hall of Fame in 2021. Mary Gentile - Let's Talk about Speaking Up guest speakerAliza Wrigleynews09/20/2022newsJerry Jones: Speaker Recap for Let's Talk about Ethical AIJerry Jones spoke to Walton College as a part of the Let's Talk about Ethical AI program hosted by the Business Integrity Leadership Initiative. Jerry Jones is the chief legal & ethics officer and executive vice president of LiveRamp, a data connectivity company formerly known as Acxiom Corporation. At LiveRamp, Jones is responsible for the legal, privacy, and data ethics teams and leads strategic initiatives. Jones is also a special advisor to Club de Madrid, a forum of former democratic heads of state, focused on, among other things, the responsible use of AI on the world stage. Jones also sits on the Business Integrity Leadership Initiative’s external advisory board. Jerry Jones - Let's Talk about Ethical AI guest speakerCindy Moehring04/19/2022trueRichard Bistrong: Speaker Recap for Let's Talk about FraudRichard Bistrong spoke to Walton College as a part of the Let's Talk about Fraud program hosted by the Business Integrity Leadership Initiative. Richard Bistrong, a former VP of International Sales for a publicly traded, multi-national company, was convicted for his role in conspiring to pay bribes to agents at the United Nations and foreign government officials in exchange for business. Richard Bistrong - Let's Talk about Fraud guest speaker02/23/2021Season 2, Episode 2: Interview with John Hasnas Discussing the Future of Business EthicsIn the latest episode of The BIS: Business Integrity School Podcast, Cindy Moehring speaks with Professor John Hasnas from Georgetown University. Their shared passion for business law and business ethics is evident in this episode of the Business Integrity School.Cindy MoehringJohn Hasnas09/17/2020https://walton.uark.edu/insights/living-up-to-your-obligations.phpWhy Living Up to Your Obligations Matters and Three Tips for Doing it EffectivelyA company’s commitment to honor its contract terms – explicit and implicit – is one of the six principles for practicing business ethics effectively.Cindy MoehringFlight locations on a United States map07/02/2020Kevin Bales: Speaker Recap for Let's Talk about Forced LaborKevin Bales spoke to Walton College as a part of the Let's Talk about Forced Labor program hosted by the Business Integrity Leadership Initiative. Kevin Bales is our first speaker. In addition to his academic leadership, Bales is a Pulitzer-nominated author and co-founder of the Free the Slaves organization in Washington, D.C. He sits on the board of the Freedom Fund and is considered a leading expert on modern-day slavery. Kevin Bales - Let's Talk about Forced Labor guest speakerCindy Moehring09/28/2021trueWalt Pavlo: Speaker Recap for Let's Talk about Fraud Walt Pavlo spoke to Walton College as a part of the Let's Talk about Fraud program hosted by the Business Integrity Leadership Initiative. Walt Pavlo, a former MCI/WorldCom executive, was convicted for his role in one of the largest accounting frauds in history. He now consults, writes and speaks on topics ranging from white collar crime to criminal justice. Walt Pavlo - Let's Talk about Fraud guest speaker02/03/2021Season 5, Episode 15: Leading Ethical AI in Organizations With Ty SmithIn this week’s episode, Cindy Moehring sits down with Ty Smith, a retired U.S. Navy SEAL, and founder and CEO of CommSafe AI, a tech company that disrupts emerging threats of unethical behavior 24/7 using AI. Ty SmithCindy Moehring05/05/2022trueLet’s Talk about Speaking UpThis program teaches students and community leaders how to voice their values and how to create a culture where people are empowered to speak up. It provides real-life examples of what taking action looks like from high-profile whistleblowers. The program shares what the speakers learned from their experiences to help prepare you to do the right thing when facing future ethical dilemmas. Let's Talk About Speaking Up08/08/2022Truckers Against Trafficking: Let's Talk about Forced Labor WorkshopUniversity of Arkansas students and employees of J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc., gathered in-person and virtually for the “Preventing Human Trafficking” workshop hosted by the Business Integrity Leadership Initiative and sponsored by J.B. Hunt. Truckers Against Trafficking: Let's Talk about Forced Labor workshopCindy Moehring11/24/2021trueLet’s Talk About Forced LaborThe Let’s Talk about Forced Labor program explores the topic of forced labor, a form of coercive employment that is a common component of modern slavery. According to Anti-Slavery International, 24.9 million people are in forced labor worldwide and children account for up to 10 million of these victims. Let's Talk about Forced Labor07/27/2021Season 4, Episode 5: Louis Bowen - ESG in AsiaIn this episode, Cindy Moehring chats with Louis Bowen, CEO and Chairman of Asia Capital Management (ACM) Group.Louis BowenCindy Moehring09/30/2021trueLet’s Talk About Forced Labor: A New Business Integrity Leadership Program for FallLet's Talk07/27/2021Sherron Watkins: Speaker Recap for Let's Talk about Speaking UpSherron Watkins spoke to Walton College as a part of the Let's Talk about Speaking Up program hosted by the Business Integrity Leadership Initiative. Sherron Watkins, is a leadership and ethics advocate widely known for being the whistleblower on Enron Corporation’s accounting irregularities. She has testified before Congressional Committees from both the House and Senate investigating Enron’s demise. Watkins was selected by TIME magazine in 2002 as one of their Persons of the Year. Today, she is a Professor of Practice at the University of North Carolina and co-author of the book Power Failure: The Inside Story of the Collapse of Enron. Sherron Watkins - Let's Talk about Speaking Up guest speakerYonatan Khaitasnews10/14/2022newsSeason 1, Episode 5: Refrain from Fraud and Improper DeceitBeing fraudulent or deceitful isn’t always out of malice or intent to harm. Unfortunately, it often comes out of arrogance and hubris. Watch to learn more about how to use three simple tips to practice the business ethics principle of refraining from fraud. Cindy MoehringCindy Moehring and Matt Waller06/18/2020Matt Friedman: Speaker Recap for Let's Talk about Forced LaborMatthew (Matt) Friedman spoke to Walton College as a part of the Let's Talk about Forced Labor program hosted by the Business Integrity Leadership Initiative. Friedman is an accomplished author and chief executive officer of the Mekong Club, an organization that ensures businesses and individuals work to create a slave-free world.Matt Friedman - Let's Talk about Forced Labor guest speakerCindy Moehring10/25/2021Let’s Talk about Ethical AIThe Let’s Talk program is focused on ethical artificial intelligence (AI) and is produced by the Walton College Business Integrity Leadership Initiative. The program is sponsored by J.B. Hunt Transportation Services and consists of a speaker series and a book. Program Overview: Let’s Talk about Ethical AI Program Cindy Moehring01/07/2022Let's Talk About Integrity and Race: Final Student and Community WorkshopOver the course of the fall 2020 semester, the Business Integrity Leadership Initiative, in partnership with the Office of Diversity and Inclusion, held weekly workshops for students, faculty, and the NWA community to further the conversation on systemic racism and provide guidance on an action-oriented approach to speaking up against racism. Let's Talk About Integrity and Race Final Student and Community Workshop01/04/2021Pete Singer: Speaker Recap for Let's Talk about Ethical AI Peter W. Singer spoke to Walton College as a part of the Let's Talk about Ethical AI program hosted by the Business Integrity Leadership Initiative. Peter W. Singer is a professor of practice at Arizona State University, a strategist and senior fellow at The New America Foundation, and the author of several books including Burn-In: A Novel of the Real Robotic Revolution, which visualizes our AI future, and Likewar: The Weaponization of Social Media.Peter Singer - Let's Talk About Ethical AI guest speakerCindy Moehring02/16/2022Season 5, Episode 8: Product Management and Tech Ethics with Alyssa Simpson RochwergerAlyssa Simpson Rochwerger, co-author of Real World AI and Director of Product Management at Blue Shield California, sits down with Cindy Moehring to explain the difficulties and benefits of managing engineers as someone without an extensive background in technology. Alyssa Simpson RochwergerCindy Moehring03/10/2022Season 4, Episode 15: Lisa Newman-Wise + Kwasi Mitchell - ESG Reporting and Changing StandardsTune into this special episode of the BIS and hear Cindy Moehring’s discussion with Lisa Newman-Wise and Kwasi Mitchell of Deloitte as they explain how they came to their current positions. Lisa Newman-Wise + Kwasi Mitchell Cindy Moehring12/16/2021Season 3, Episode 8: Vikas Anand | How Business Schools Can Lead Us Into the Future of Business EthicsVikas Anand is the Executive Director of MBA Programs and Graduate Innovation at the Walton College of Business. Cindy MoehringVikas Anand03/11/2021Season 1, Episode 7: Live Up to the Terms of Your ContractTrust is a fundamental building block of developing and retaining customers. When it comes to the contracts, both express and implied, that have been agreed upon, trust is more important than ever. This video provides examples of companies that lost this trust and gives practical tips for living up to the terms of your contract. Your resource for practical business ethics tips, from the Business Integrity Leadership Initiative at the Sam M. Walton College of Business.Cindy MoehringCindy Moehring and Matt Waller07/02/2020Season 2, Episode 11: Interview with Margaret Heffernan Discussing the Future of Business EthicsShe's been seen on her Ted Talks by over 12 million, is one of the top 100 media executives by the Hollywood Reporter, and is the author of 6 books. Now, Margaret Heffernan is a Professor of Practice at the University of Bath sharing her practical experience with students. Cindy Moehring Margaret Heffernan11/19/2020Season 3, Episode 5: Rob Chesnut | Intentional Integrity: The 6 C's and Myths About Integrity Dilemmas in the WorkplaceCindy Moehring Rob Chestnut02/18/2021Season 4, Episode 13: Maria Knapp - Supply Chains and ComplianceTune in to listen as Cindy and Maria chat about Control Risks' assistance in ensuring ESG compliance, how companies assess their supply chains, and the importance of businesses recognizing the impact they have on their communities.Maria KnappCindy Moehring12/01/2021trueLet’s Talk About Integrity and RaceA book, workshop, and speaker series for students, faculty, and staff at the Sam M. Walton College of Business to initiate, inform, and enhance discussions about what racism is, how to speak up about it, and engage in productive dialogue.Let's Talk about Integrity and Race08/18/2020Season 6, Episode 1: Mary Gentile Discusses How To Speak Up When Faced With Ethics IssuesIn the season six premiere of The Business Integrity School podcast, Cindy Moehring is joined by Mary Gentile, author and creator of the Giving Voice to Values program.The Business Integrity School Podcast. Guest: Mary Gentile, Creator, Director & Author of Giving Voice to Values; Season 6, Episode 1Cindy Moehring09/15/2022Season 1, Episode 2: 6 Principles for Practicing Business EthicsBusiness ethics often seems impractical and hard to grasp, but here are examples and practical tips on how to better understand and apply business ethics. This episode provides insight into the 6 principles for practicing business ethics effectively. Cindy Moehring Cindy Moehring and Matt Waller05/28/2020Video: Guest Speaker Mary GentileMary Gentile, author of Giving Voice to Values, came to the University of Arkansas on September 29th to discuss how people can effectively voice their personal values. The virtual event on Zoom drew in over 150 people and the audience included students, faculty, staff, prominent business professionals, and other members of the NWA community.Cindy Moehring Mary Gentile11/12/2020Season 3, Episode 1: Walt Pavlo - A First-Hand Account of Fraud and RationalizationsWalt Pavlo, a contributor at New York University School of Law’s program on Corporate Compliance and Enforcement Program.Cindy Moehring Walt Pavlo01/21/2021Season 4, Episode 6: Matt Friedman - The Fight for Human Rights & Abolishment of Modern SlaveryMatt Friedman, international human trafficking expert and esteemed public speaker, sits down with Cindy Moehring on this episode of The BIS.Matt FriedmanCindy Moehring10/07/2021Season 3, Episode 7: Matt Galvin | How Technology Can Be Used in Business To Catch Potential Crimes Before They HappenIn this episode, host Cindy Moehring sits down with Global Vice President of Ethics and Compliance at Anheuser-Busch InBev, Matt Galvin.Cindy MoehringMatt Galvin03/04/2021Season 1, Episode 4: Speak Up and Let Your Voice The pressure of situations can make speaking up difficult to do. However, it is an important aspect of the practice of business ethics. This episode offers practical ways you can find and use your voice. Cindy Moehring Cindy Moehring and Matt Waller 06/11/2020Season 5, Episode 2: Medical Tech & AI with Eric PianaltoFormer Razorback and current President of Mercy NWA visits host Cindy Moehring in this incredible new episode of the BIS podcast. Eric Pianalto Cindy Moehring01/27/2022https://talkbusiness.net/2021/11/university-of-arkansas-event-raises-awareness-of-human-trafficking-in-transportation-industryTalk Business & Politics: University of Arkansas Event Raises Awareness of Human Trafficking in Transportation IndustryTrucking industry executives and staff came together recently to raise awareness of human trafficking that affects about 40 million people worldwide. Jeff Della RosaLet's Talk about Forced Labor11/11/2021Season 3, Episode 13: Melissa Stapleton-Barnes | “Facing the Same Storm in Different Boats”: Navigating through COVID-19, Efforts in ESG, and Global PurposeMelissa is currently the Senior Vice President of Risk Management and Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer at Eli Lilly and Company.Melissa Stapleton-BarnesCindy Moehring04/15/2021Season 1, Episode 9: Use Explainable TechnologyIn the age of technology and artificial intelligence, it’s more important than ever to ensure the algorithms are transparent, explainable, and understandable. Technology can’t work without humans, human programming, and human intervention. This episode gives practical tips on how algorithms can be used effectively and ethically. Your resource for practical business ethics tips, from the Business Integrity Leadership Initiative at the Sam M. Walton College of Business.Cindy MoehringCindy Moehring and Matt Waller07/22/2020Season 3, Episode 13: Melissa Stapleton-Barnes | “Facing the Same Storm in Different Boats”: Navigating through COVID-19, Efforts in ESG, and Global PurposeMelissa is currently the Senior Vice President of Risk Management and Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer at Eli Lilly and Company.Cindy MoehringMelissa Stapleton-Barnes04/15/2021Season 3, Episode 10: Michael Bender | Private vs Public Companies on The Stakeholder Theory, ESG, and COVID-19Michael Bender, president and CEO of Eyemart Express, sits down with Cindy Moehring on this episode of The BIS. With experience in both public and private companies, Bender shares his unique view of the effect of the stakeholder theory in each sector. Cindy MoehringMichael Bender03/25/2021Season 3, Episode 4: Richard Bistrong | "From Corruption to Compliance": A Real Life Account from a Convicted Criminal turned Compliance ConsultantJoin Cindy Moehring as she and Richard engage in an insightful conversation about white-collar crime and the future of business ethics. Cindy Moehring Richard Bistrong02/11/2021trueMichele Edwards: Speaker Recap for Let's Talk about Keeping Your WordMichele Edwards was a guest speaker for the Let's Talk about Keeping Your Word program. Michele Edwards has over 25 years of experience in fraud, compliance risk management, auditing and monitoring. In 2017, Edwards served as Chief of Staff for the independent compliance monitor and auditor team appointed by the Department of Justice for the VW monitorship. Michele Edwards - Let's Talk about Keeping Your Word guest speakernews12/07/2023newsSeason 4, Episode 10: Page Motes - Implementing Effective ESG Strategies at Dell On this new episode of the BIS podcast, Cindy Moehring speaks with Page Motes, Head of Global Sustainability at Dell Technologies. Page MotesCindy Moehring11/04/2021https://walton.uark.edu/insights/speak-up-culture.phpWill Your Employees Speak Up or Stay Silent? Four Ways Leaders Can Support a Speak Up Culture.Let’s look at those four scenarios and how you, as a leader, can better ensure your organization’s culture is positioned to either prevent unethical behavior or quickly nip it in the bud.Cindy Moehring Speak up culture06/11/2020https://walton.uark.edu/insights/pandemic-privacy-economic-resilience.phpPandemic, Privacy and Economic ResilienceVirus-tracing software has become a controversial tool in the fight against the spread of the coronavirus, and its success or failure is largely in the hands of the tech industry.Cindy Moehringplaceholder09/03/2020Season 3, Episode 11: Pat Harned | Global Ethics Trends and The Impact of COVID on Compliance Programs As CEO of Ethics and Compliance Initiative (ECI), Pat Harned is a true thought leader when it comes to empowering organizations to build and sustain high-quality ethics and compliance programs. Cindy MoehringPat Harned04/01/2021Season 1, Episode 3: TrustworthinessThis video explores how people decide which companies to trust. Research has shown that people base their trust in a company on two things: the company’s ethics and competence, but the two are not equally weighted. Ethics is 3x more important. Watch this episode to learn more about how you can establish trust with your customers by focusing on business ethics.Cindy MoehringCindy Moehring and Matt Waller06/04/2020Season 5, Episode 13: Shaping the Future of AI Through Entrepreneurship With Lukas BiewaldLukas Biewald, former founder and CEO of Figure Eight, and current founder and CEO of Weights and Biases, sits down with Cindy Moehring to discuss his experience and efforts to better the future of AI and machine learning. Lukas Biewald Cindy Moehring04/21/2022truehttps://talkbusiness.net/2021/10/technology-can-build-a-better-world-ua-blockchain-leader-saysTalk Business & Politics: Technology Can ‘Build a Better World,’ UA Blockchain Leader SaysSpeakers and panelists provided insights into the value and ethics of blockchain systems and noted that anything can be represented as a token of the technology. The discussions took place Friday (Oct. 8) as part of a virtual event hosted by the University of Arkansas Blockchain Center of Excellence. Jeff Della RosaMary Lacity, Director of the Blockchain Center of Excellence during the 2021 Blockchain Conference10/09/2021Season 5, Episode 5: Technology Changing What It Means to Be Human with Mary Lacity Join in as the two talk about the technologies changing what it means to be human, metaverse experiences, ethics surrounding digital heath statuses, and the new age of “surveillance capitalism.” Mary LacityCindy Moehring02/17/2022https://walton.uark.edu/insights/posts/the-human-need-for-ethical-guidelines-around-chatgpt.phpThe Human Need for Ethical Guidelines Around ChatGPTWhat to do about ChatGPT and generative AI technology? Businesses could use ethical guidelines and human editing to account for some of its cons.Cindy Moehring"Hi, how are you?" Article: "The Human Need for Ethical Guidelines Around ChatGPT"03/03/2023Season 5, Episode 4: The Weaponization of Information with Peter SingerCindy Moehring chats with Peter Singer, strategist at New America, Professor of Practice at Arizona State University, and principal at Useful Fiction LLC. Pete SingerCindy Moehring02/14/2022Season 2, Episode 1: Interview with Tom Donaldson Discussing the Future of Business EthicsIn the age of technology and artificial intelligence, it’s more important than ever to ensure the algorithms are transparent, explainable, and understandable. Technology can’t work without humans, human programming, and human intervention. This episode gives practical tips on how algorithms can be used effectively and ethically. Your resource for practical business ethics tips, from the Business Integrity Leadership Initiative at the Sam M. Walton College of Business.Cindy MoehringTom Donaldson 09/10/2020Season 5, Episode 14: Utilizing AI as a Tool With Vivienne MingCindy Moehring chats with Vivienne Ming, a self-described mad scientist, theoretical neuroscientist, AI expert, entrepreneur, author, and is well-known for her research and inventions.Vivienne MingCindy Moehring04/28/2022https://walton.uark.edu/insights/customer-centric-leadership.phpWalton Insights: The Path to Customer Centric LeadershipProcter & Gamble’s decision to open an office in Fayetteville, Arkansas, in 1987 was a seminal moment in the history of corporate retail, but it also became a catalyst for changes that, among many other things, have helped shape and transform the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas. Stephen Caldwell Andy Murray08/20/2020The Key Essentials for a Customer Centric Organization: Build a Consistent ExperienceCustomers look for cohesiveness in their buyer’s journey, so a unified, connected voice should be identifiable in each customer interaction. Build A Consistent ExperienceAndy Murray 09/07/2021The Key Essentials for a Customer-Centric Organization: Collect and Store Customer DataA customer data warehouse is exactly what it sounds like— a giant, digital storage unit full of all the data you’ve collected on your customers. Andy MurrayEssentials Checklist Item #2: Collect and Store Customer Data04/09/2021White Paper: Realizing the Promise of Retail Media NetworksBrands that move quickly can build loyalties across retailers, across categories, and across moments in the consumer’s journey.networksMolly Rapert, Rodney W. Thomas, Stephanie P. Thomas, Brent D. Williams02/26/2024The Key Essentials for a Customer-Centric Organization: Consider the Customer in Your Decisions The role of the chief customer officer – or other similarly titled c-suite executive positions – is relatively new in the corporate world, so there’s still debate over the position’s value.Essentials Checklist Item #3: Consider the Customer in Your Decisions05/07/2021The Key Essentials for a Customer Centric Organization: Develop a Culture of EmpathyAre you listening to your customers?Developing a Culture of EmpathyAndy Murray08/07/2021The Key Essentials for a Customer Centric Organization: Encourage Friction HuntersEvery organization has friction, and in order to achieve long-term growth, you must be actively seeking out and identifying friction points.Checklist Item #7: The Key Essentials for a Customer Centric Organization: Encourage Friction HuntersAndy Murray 09/30/2021The Key Essentials for a Customer Centric Organization: Establish a Single View of the CustomerCompanies with a customer-centric mindset need to evaluate where and how customers interact with them and make sure they have a one sign-on approach that is seamless and friction-free. Andy MurrayEssentials Checklist Item #1: Establish a Single View of the Customer04/07/2021The Key Essentials for a Customer Centric Organization: Measure Customer SatisfactionAre all members of your business working to create a well-rounded customer experience?Measuring Customer SatisfactionAndy Murray08/07/2021https://walton.uark.edu/be-epic-podcast/andy-murray.php Be EPIC Podcast: Andy MurrayAndy Murray is a subject matter expert and thought leader in retail and shopper marketing. He has extensive leadership experience through senior roles as SVP of Marketing at Walmart, Chief Customer Officer of Asda UK, as well as founding several startups including ThompsonMurray, Saatchi and Saatchi X, Mercury 11, and most recently, BigQuest. Matt Waller08/19/2020Retail Media Networks: An Ongoing Journey From Promise to PerformanceIt’s been a busy season for retail media networks (RMNs), so it’s worth it to take another deep look at the value of what’s been called the third wave of digital advertising (NRF 2023).Retail Media Networks: An Ongoing Journey From Promise to Performance; White-paper from the Customer Centric Leadership Initiative at the University of Arkansas. Listed (L-R): Brent Williams, Interim Dean of the Sam M. Walton College of Business, Molly Rapert, Associate Professor of Marketing, Rod Thomas, Associate Professor and Director of the Undergraduate Supply Chain Management Program, Andy Murray, Founder & Executive Chair of the Customer Centric Leadership Initiative 10/25/2023Classic MBA Versus a Specialty Degree: What's the Difference? Before deciding on the graduate degree best for themselves, students need to look at the differences between an MBA program and compare it to specialty graduate degrees.Walton MBA Faculty TeachingHeidi Rolf02/23/20222019 Walton MBA Faculty of the YearEvery year, the Walton College MBA Faculty of the Year award is bestowed upon an exceptional faculty member to recognize their influence as an educator and a leader among the MBA and Executive MBA (EMBA) programs. Sarah WilliamsonVernon “Vern” Richardson03/27/2020An Interview with Dr. Eric Spann (Walton MBA ’23, LSU M.D. ’91)Dr. Eric Spann sat down with Walton MBA Insider to discuss his experience as a healthcare consultant, how his time in the Walton MBA program has empowered him to further pursue his passions, and what steps he takes to ‘do it all’.Dr. Eric Spann (Walton MBA '23, LSU M.D. '91) Ariel Sibley01/30/2023Benefits of the Full-Time MBA Internship ProgramPrevious UpSpring, Nielsen IQ and Henkel Walton MBA interns and corporate recruiters shared their insight into the Full-Time MBA Internship Program.Willard J. Walker HallTaylor Poe09/01/2021Walton MBA Student Grace Crain Hands Off Her Homecoming Crown2021 Homecoming Queen Grace Crain (Walton MBA ‘23) handed off her crown to fellow Little Rock native Karlie Barnett at the Arkansas vs. Liberty Homecoming football game this year. Grace sat down with Walton MBA Insider to discuss her homecoming experience and what it means to be a leader, a role model and a Razorback.Grace Crain (Walton MBA '23 and Homecoming Queen '21)Ariel Sibley12/05/2022Custom Tracks Through the Walton MBAStudents are specializing their graduate school experience by developing custom degree plans. In this business climate, niche talents can find their place to shine. Currently, the University of Arkansas’ Walton MBA program offers five different career tracks in entrepreneurship and innovation, retail marketing, supply chain management, financial management and data analytics. Willard J. Walker buildingHeidi Rolf04/27/20228 Ways to Pay for Your MBAProgram costs can feel like an overwhelming barrier between you and your MBA. From full tuition waivers to study abroad travel assistance, Walton MBA offers several scholarship and funding opportunities for the full-time and executive MBA programs. Alexandra Goforth8 Ways to Pay for Your MBA01/24/2020Walton MBA WalksThe Walton MBA Walks initiative, hour-long outdoor executions hosted by Walton College faculty and administration, creates safe opportunities for full-time MBA students to connect with the Walton College community.Alexandra GoforthWalton MBA Walks11/05/2020Changes in Consumer Behavior Impacting the Supply ChainAcross the country, retailers and shoppers alike are dealing with a new reality of shipping delays, less variety, and stockouts. Since the start of the pandemic, consumers’ habits have shifted dramatically, taking a toll on the supply chain. User ratings concept Laurel Schley10/06/2021A Digital Revolution in Retail with Focus on WalmartDaniel Eckert, former senior vice president of Walmart Services and Digital Acceleration, says customers are changing how, where and when they shop, and a harmonized commerce ecosystem—the seamless integration of physical and digital retail environments—will win the future of retail. Alexandra GoforthA Digital Revolution in Retail with Focus on Walmart02/28/2020Student Spotlight: Karrie ClaybrookIn Karrie Claybrook’s life, two people really helped to shape her into the person she is today. Her mother and grandmother instilled in her the importance of education and curiosity. For these trailblazing women, education was the great equalizer, an accomplishment no one could take from them. Ontario WestKarrie Claybrook11/05/2020Fall 2021 Welcome Back MessageWalton MBA Director Adam Stoverink shares a welcome message for the start of the Fall 2021 semester.2018 Fall Campus Views HeaderAdam Stoverink09/01/2021A Message from the DirectorThis newsletter comes out at a time when we confront significant challenges resulting from the Covid-19 pandemic. Methods of working, teaching, and living have changed. Vikas AnandA Message from the Director03/27/2020Adam Stoverink Offers New Business Leadership and Ethics CourseAdam Stoverink, Ph.D. is an associate professor of management in the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas. Dr. Stoverink teaches leadership to undergraduate, graduate and executive audiences and also instructs a teaching seminar in the Walton College doctoral program. Hannah LeeAdam Stoverink08/07/2020Dr. Stoverink on Managing RemotelyDr. Adam Stoverink provides insights into best managing employees in a remote environment. Willard J. Walker HallLaurel Schley12/01/2021Adventure Is Out There - Walton MBA Global ImmersionThe Walton MBA students recently returned from Chile (Santiago, Santa Cruz, Valparaiso, and Puerto Montt) and Indonesia (Jakarta and Bali).MBA students on global immersion trip06/15/2023The Walton MBA Learning SeriesThe Walton MBA Learning Series allows students, alumni and the public to practice continuous learning, network with successful working professionals and gain new perspectives.MBA Learning Series HeaderTaylor Poe03/01/2021Alumna Erin Moody Rosa Provides Program and Industry InsightsProgram alumna Erin Moody Rosa discusses her role as a director of sales at Warner Media, program insights, involvement with the Alumni Advisory Board and experiences with volunteering and leading with kindness. Erin Moody RosaTaylor Poe12/01/2021Bill Ryan Joins MBA Programs as Career CoachTo better assist the Walton MBA students as they navigate an ever-changing job market, Bill Ryan has joined the Walton MBA Programs office as a career coach. This new position will primarily assist Executive MBA students as they plan their career paths after graduation. Julie StoringBill Ryan08/07/2020Alumna Tina Winham Makes a Positive Community ImpactWalton EMBA Program alumna Tina Winham graduated with her MBA in 2018 and currently works as the Walmart lead at Conair in the Hair Beauty Accessories division. With over 15 years of experience overseeing multi-million dollar budgets, Winham has extensive experience with operations, sales and marketing efforts for several major global brands. Tina WinhamTaylor Poe05/04/2022Alumni Spotlight: Kenny BiermanKenny Bierman, a 2015 full-time MBA graduate, works for PepsiCo as a senior category adviser for Walmart. Before Bierman began his journey in the MBA, he worked for more than eleven years for the U.S. Air Force. His journey towards his MBA was non-traditional, but the experience helped transform his career.Sarah WilliamsonKenny Bierman03/27/2020Event: MBA Career DayOctober is a busy month for our Walton MBA full-time students kicking off their fall internship hiring cycle. The MBA Programs Office works with companies to organize an MBA Career Day each year.MBA Students Career FairLindsey Steiger-Muck10/15/2021Alumni Spotlight: An Interview with Phil Keil of Zweig GroupPhil Keil, Principal & Director of Strategy at Zweig Group, Northwest Arkansas Business Journal Fast 15 Class of 2017, and Walton MBA class of 2016, reflects on his time at Walton, challenges facing the current business climate, and how he seeks inspiration in his day to day. Phil Keil of Zweig Group, MBA 2016Ariel Sibley, Kyleigh Tucker10/03/2022Alumni Spotlight: Bill FedorchakThe idea of returning to academia as a ‘non-traditional student’ may be intimidating to some, especially after spending nearly a quarter of a decade in the industry. 2017 E.M.B.A. graduate Bill Fedorchak explains how the experience challenged and benefited him in more ways than he expected. Sarah WilliamsonWalton College01/28/2020Coronavirus (COVID-19) ResourcesRecommended reads from Walton MBA faculty and alumni for the Walton MBA and the Northwest Arkansas business communities. Updated 4/13/2020. Alexandra GoforthCoronavirus03/27/2020Why Walmart? A Living Leadership LaboratoryAdam Stoverink and Matt Waller designed their Walton MBA's Leadership and Organizational Behavior course using Walmart as a case study in leadership.Adam Stoverink and Matt WallerMatt Wallermba08/19/2025mbaAndrea Albright Receives the 2022 Walton MBA Distinguished Alumni AwardCongratulations to Andrea Albright (Executive Walton MBA ‘15) for receiving the 2022 Walton MBA Distinguished Alumni award!Andrea Albright receiving Distinguished Alumni Award 12/02/2022https://news.uark.edu/articles/75717/adam-stoverink-recognized-with-february-tfsc-cordes-chairAdam Stoverink Recognized With February TFSC Cordes ChairThe Wally Cordes Teaching and Faculty Support Center recognized Adam Stoverink as the February 2025 Wally Cordes Chair. Lori LibbertA man with glasses, wearing a white shirt and navy vest, is seated in a wooden chair, smiling at the camera. Behind him, a large screen displays a presentation slide titled 'What Makes Teaching Memorable?' for the Wally Cordes Chair Lecture, given by Adam Stoverink from Walton College of Business. The setting features wood-paneled walls and a cabinet beneath the screen, holding various electronic devices and a small award.managementmba02/20/2025management,mbaFaculty Spotlight: Remko Van Hoek's Latest Article PublicationCongratulations to Walton Executive MBA Professor Remko Van Hoek on the recent publication of his article, “Design of a Company-Engagement Model for Procurement and Supply Management Classes” in Logistics!Remko Van Hoek and colleagues of the Walton EMBA program03/22/2023Ben Davis and Jeff Cady Receive 2020 Outstanding Graduating Student AwardsHealthcare Executive MBA students, Ben Davis, medical director of the Surgical Intensive Care Unit at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, and Jeff Cady, associate director of strategic accounts at Johnson and Johnson Health Care Systems, were recognized on April 24 as outstanding graduating students from the Walton College Class of 2020Alexandra GoforthBen Davis and Jeff Cady05/11/2020Full-Time MBA Internship PlacementsFull-time Walton MBA students received internship placements with industry leaders. Willard J. Walker buildingKimberly Silva-Nash02/02/2022Brant Ward Promoted to President of Signature Bank of ArkansasCongratulations to Walton MBA alumnus Brant Ward on his promotion to president of Signature Bank of Arkansas!Brant Ward Promoted to President of Signature Bank of Arkansas05/24/2023Farewell to Walton MBA Student WorkersWe are saying goodbye to three incredible student workers as they leave for local internships. Ashley Perone, Chrissy Matlock and Cornelia Swardh have been instrumental in assisting staff and helping to organize key Walton MBA events. Each student worker has been awarded a yearlong internship with local corporations and will be moving to the next chapter in their professional development.Sarah WilliamsonMBA student workers 05/11/2020https://walton.uark.edu/insights/posts/bridging-theory-and-practice-the-impact-of-the-walton-mba-do-good-project.phpBridging Theory and Practice: The Impact of the Walton MBA Do Good ProjectThe Walton MBA Do Good Project offers immersive, experiential learning that bridges the gap between academic theory and practical application.Cindy Moehring, Adam StoverinkWalton MBA students at the Do Good Challenge01/31/2024First Generation EMBA Students Experience In Graduate SchoolMany first-generation college students face a mountain of challenges when they decide to pursue a degree – especially those enrolling in graduate school.Ontario WestOld Main05/03/2021Complex Problems at Work? The Walton Executive MBA Class of 2025 has SolutionsWalton Executive MBA students participated in an experiential design thinking workshop.EMBA Class of 2025 in Class08/09/2023Congratulations to Dr. Analiz Rodriguez MD, PhD, FAANS on UAMS Being Ranked in the Top 5% in the Nation for Brain Surgery by HealthgradesCongratulations to Executive Walton MBA student Dr. Analiz Rodriguez MD, PhD, FAANS on UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences being ranked in the top 5% of the nation for brain surgery by Healthgrades!Congratulations to Dr. Analiz Rodriguez MD, PhD, FAANS03/21/2023Flexibility in the Walton EMBAThe Walton Executive MBA program is designed with the needs of the working professional in mind, particularly in flexibility. Walton EMBA Students in ClassroomTaylor Poe04/02/2022truehttps://news.uark.edu/articles/78723/walton-m-b-a-unveils-accelerated-one-year-program-to-meet-modern-workforce-demandsWalton M.B.A. Unveils Accelerated One-Year Program to Meet Modern Workforce DemandsThe Sam M. Walton College of Business has announced a redesign of its full-time M.B.A. program, fast-tracking the traditional 21-month format into an accelerated one-year curriculum.Adam Stoverink and Jerra TomsWilliard J. Walker Hallmba07/14/2025mbaWalton College Executive Education Utilizes Mindful Marketing to Connect with CommunityOver a month has passed since universities and workplaces have mandated stay-at-home procedures. During this month, we have seen changes in policies and social norms that reflect these unprecedented times. Alondra CruzWalton College Executive Education Utilizes Mindful Marketing to Connect with Community05/11/2020Deadline Approaching to Earn Master’s Degree in Public Service through Clinton School OnlineThe University of Arkansas Clinton School of Public Service is now accepting applications for the fourth class of its online master’s degree program. The deadline to apply is December 1. Patrick NewtonUniversity of Arkansas Clinton School of Public Service11/05/2020Full-time Walton MBA InternshipsThe Walton MBA internships are incredibly beneficial to students because they allow for the development of valuable work experience based on the student’s interest. Lindsey Steiger-Muck, assistant MBA director at the Walton MBA programs said, “Students have the opportunity to explore a potential career path and give themselves a competitive edge in the job market based on the skills they’ve learned.” Molly Bombonato, Robert Cummings, Sean Grady, Meritt Rae and Sydney Wendfeldt spoke about their internship experiences.Hannah LeeFull-time internships09/08/2020Executive Education Launches Pop-Up ProgramsThe Walton College Executive Education now offers Business Foundations, a program designed to develop business the skills needed to run organizations in leaders who lack business backgrounds. The customizable program, which can be delivered in various locations, is ideal for organizations who looking to broaden their business acumen and enhance their decision making skills. Alex BlytheExecutive Education Launches Pop-Up Programs01/24/2020Doug McMillon’s Leadership: 5 PrinciplesIn my opinion five themes stood out in my mind that align with established leadership research and frameworks.Matt Waller (right) talks to Doug McMillon (left) about leadership principles.Matt Wallermba08/31/2025mbaDr. Analiz Rodriguez MD, PhD, FAANS Wins the 2023 UAMS Chancellor’s Award of Excellence in Clinical Innovation!Congratulations to Walton Executive MBA student Dr. Analiz Rodriguez MD, PhD, FAANS on winning the 2023 UAMS Chancellor’s Award of Excellence in Clinical Innovation!Dr. Analiz Rodriguez MD, PhD, FAANS06/22/2023From the Classroom to the Workplace (and Back)Executive MBA students Mitchell and McKinley Harris (EMBA ’22) bring new skills and solutions to the workplace after attending MBA Visual Analytics workshop.Mitchell and McKinley Harris HeaderAlexandra Goforth02/01/2021The Nielsen AcademyNielsen joins forces with Walton MBA to create student-centered, community-based learning and professional development opportunities for MBA students. Alexandra GoforthThe Nielsen Academy 01/24/2020Emily Murphy ’22 Fights the Good Fight at Arkansas Children’s HospitalEmily Murphy, a 2022 Executive MBA graduate, works at the heart of the battle against COVID-19 as a registered respiratory therapist and ECMO specialist at Arkansas Children’s Hospital. Willard J. Walker HallAlexandra Goforth04/27/2022Exclusive Speed Networking Event for Walton MBA StudentsDid you know that the Walton MBA program offers an exclusive speed networking event for Walton MBA students?Walton MBA students attend speed networking event10/05/2023Internship Reflection: Ontario WestThe Walton MBA program provides every student the opportunity to complete an internship with a company of their desire or companies they have great relationships with. Reminiscing over this past summer, I reflected on the hardships, learning opportunities, soul searching and victories I experienced through multiple internships.Ontario West's Internship ReflectionOntario West09/01/2021https://news.uark.edu/articles/77165/walton-college-ranked-24th-among-top-public-graduate-business-schoolsWalton College Ranked 24th Among Top Public Graduate Business SchoolsIn its 2025 ranking, U.S. News & World Report listed the Master of Business Administration program from the University of Arkansas' Sam M. Walton College of Business as the 24th Best Business School among public business colleges in the nation.Lori McLemoreGraphic showing Walton MBA ranked #24 among public MBA programs in Best Graduate Business Schools by U.S. News & World Report, 2025. The background features the Sam M. Walton College of Business building partially obscured by trees, with the University of Arkansas logo in the bottom left cornermba04/08/2025mbaLeadership vs. Management: Unlocking the Power of Both in a Changing WorldLeadership and management -- these terms get tossed around like they’re synonyms, but they’re not.Matt Waller discusses leadership and management and the nuances between the two.Matt Wallermba08/22/2025mbaFostering a Passion of Sustainability Through Biking: Benefits for Yourself and Your CommunityAre you looking to foster a passion for sustainability? Biking is a great solution, and springtime in NWA is the ideal time to start. As the number of cyclists in NWA increases, so do the benefits to the environment, social community and the cyclist’s overall health.A man biking with hills behind himLori Speer04/02/2022Week 4 in the Walton MBA: Mastering Decision-MakingThis week, our focus is on effective decision-making. Experienced leaders sometimes make poor choices, often due to four common cognitive biases: Confirmation Bias, Anchoring Bias, Availability Bias or Sunk Cost Bias.This week, our focus is on effective decision-making. This is a leadership behavior that often separates strong leaders from struggling ones.Matt Wallermba09/08/2025mbaHiring Partners Consider Walton MBA Program a Rich Source of TalentThe Walton MBA program has earned a reputation with employers for being a rich source of talent, producing graduates that embrace the entrepreneurial spirit with a newfound way of strategic thinking. Employers continue to be impressed with graduates’ strong communication, leadership, and decision-making skills. When it comes to hiring decisions, employers recognize that the resources available to Walton MBA students produce top-tier candidates.Willard J. Walker buildingLori Speer02/23/2022How the Walton MBA is “Keeping It Real” with a New Digital Marketing CourseSEO. Influencers. Automation. PPC. All topics at the cutting-edge of marketing practice today. They’re also, as it happens, topics we’re discussing in the full-time Walton MBA program this semester.MBA Keeping It Real HeaderChris Medenwald03/01/2021Graduate Net Impact Speaker PanelGraduate Net Impact consists of student organizations and professional groups that strive to build a more sustainable world. By running diverse program initiatives, the University of Arkansas Graduate Net Impact chapter drives meaningful change on campus, in the workplace and in the local community. Graduate Net Impact activityTaylor Poe11/03/2021I got my MBA right after undergrad and here’s what happened…“I wouldn’t do that if I were you, it will be much more valuable to get industry experience first then go back for your MBA.”Emily WiencekEmily Wiencek MBA Header05/03/2021Professional Development Builds Long-Term SkillsWalton MBA Professional Development is a one-credit hour course that students are enrolled in three times throughout the program. It’s one of the most innovative aspects of the Walton MBA.Professional Development Builds Long-Term SkillsLindsey Steiger-Muck10/05/2021MBA Student Spotlight: Chuan Yaw LimInternational student Chuan Yaw Lim shares his experience in the full-time Walton MBA program.Chuan Lim headerOntario West03/01/2021First Recipient Earns Walton College Executive Education Proven Leadership CertificateEmily Money, central Arkansas development director for the University of Arkansas, has earned the first Walton College Executive Education Proven Leadership Certificate by completing a series of three courses through Walton College Executive Education. Alondra CruzFirst Recipient Earns Walton College Executive Education Proven Leadership Certificate03/27/2020Elizabeth Arredondo Shares on the Value of InternshipsCorporate internships are a critical experience for MBA students. Experience gained in an internship expands learning beyond what can be taught in a classroom. Students experience firsthand how classroom lectures apply to work performed in the office. Elizabeth Arredondo, 2018 Walton MBA alumna, shares on the value of internships. Sarah Williamson Henkel02/28/2020Morgan Keeling Banks on Change for the WatershedAs the community relations manager at the Illinois River Watershed Partnership, 2021 Walton Executive MBA graduate Morgan Keeling advocates for watershed conservation and restoration practices.People floating on a riverSarah Browning04/02/2022https://online.uark.edu/students/experience/hattie-shelton.phpInvaluable Connections and Global Opportunity with Hattie SheltonHattie studied abroad to Japan in her Executive Master of Business Administration Program offered in a hybrid format by Walton College at the University of Arkansas.Photo of Hattie on a Study Abroad Tripgraduate studentsmbanewsstudentsstudy abroad03/25/2024graduate students,mba,news,students,study abroadNew Members Join the Alumni Advisory BoardThe Walton MBA Alumni Advisory Board is crucial to the success of the M.B.A. programs. Alumni provide valuable insight and leadership, ensuring that the curriculum remains relevant during times of change in industry. Meet our three newest alumni board members and hear what they believe they each bring to the program. Sarah WilliamsonWalton College01/24/2020Jaymin Patel and CelluDot: The Heartland ChallengeJaymin Patel is an operations science analyst at ArcBest Technologies, a logistics provider in Fort Smith, Arkansas. He graduated last month from our Walton Executive MBA program. During his time as a student in the Walton EMBA program, Patel’s focus study area was entrepreneurship. He holds a Bachelor of Science in industrial engineering from the University of Arkansas. This past summer, Patel participated in the inaugural Heartland Challenge. Hannah LeeHeartland Challenge08/07/2020Student Spotlight: Adam GrantAdam Grant is a sales account manager at Butterball, LLC and a member of the 2024 Walton Executive MBA cohort.Adam Grant08/03/2023Jeff Murray’s New Executive MBA PodcastJeff Murray, professor in the Department of Marketing at the Sam M. Walton College of Business, joined the University of Arkansas in 1989. Murray, a Colorado-native turned long-term Arkansas resident, currently teaches in the Executive MBA and Full-time MBA programs at Walton College. When the university moved to remote instruction in March, Murray wanted a high-context medium to ease the lack of face-to-face interaction with his Executive MBA students. He kept coming back to the idea of a podcast. Season 1 of Hidden Signs is now available to students, alumni and the public. Alexandra GoforthJeff Murray's Hidden Signs podcast09/08/2020Spring Full-time MBA Internship PlacementsFull-time MBA students Vasu Chawla, Madeleine Corbell, Brock Davis, Gina Monaldi and Cara Woelffer share their experiences securing their internships as a part of the full-time Walton MBA program.MBA internship studentsHannah Lee02/01/2021Welcome New Marketing Director Jerra Nalley TomsToms loved her experience in the Walton Executive MBA program. The biggest benefit she gained from the program is reflected in her network; she still talks to her EMBA classmates often, whether it be to solve a business problem or discuss their bi-monthly get-togethers. Jerra TomsAriel Sibley10/13/2021Outdoors Club Allows Students to Stay Active and ConnectedHayden Banister, full-time Walton MBA student and former regional service manager at J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc., wanted to find opportunities for new students to connect outside of the classroom. Due to COVID restrictions, an Outdoors Club offered a safe space to stay connected.Willard J. Walker HallOntario West02/01/2021Lunch and Learn with Lynn Wong and Stephanie MagnusonThis past weekend our EMBA Professional Development Committee hosted a lunch and learn during the EMBA Saturday with Lynn Wong and Stephanie MagnusonLynn Wong and Stephanie Magnuson11/08/2023MBA Faculty Feature: Dr. Raja Kali on Economics, Research and TeachingRaja Kali, Walton MBA faculty and chair of the Department of Economics, describes his experiences and research in higher education, favorite economics concepts to share with students and Walton MBA Program insights. Raja KaliTaylor Poe02/02/2022Sarah Goforth Leads Graduate Entrepreneurship ProgramSarah Goforth is the executive director of the Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation at the University of Arkansas. She teaches the graduate level New Venture Development course sequence and oversees the interdisciplinary Graduate Certificate in Entrepreneurship. Hannah LeeSarah Goforth10/12/2020trueEthical Leadership in Action: Lessons from the Walton MBA Program and WalmartHow do we make sound ethical decisions when faced with dilemmas that are not “right versus wrong” but “right versus right”?Maren Waggoner, Walmart executiveMatt Wallermba09/21/2025mbaLeadership Behaviors: Unleashing Purposeful ActionLeadership behaviors are the visible actions leaders use to influence, guide and support others. Behaviors can be developed and improved. Doug McMillon and Julie Royall connect with others before leading.Matt Wallermba09/05/2025mbaSpring 2020 Alumni Learning SeriesThe Walton Alumni Learning Series, hosted by the Walton MBA programs at the Sam M. Walton College of Business, started the Spring 2020 series with a sold-out event. Alexandra Goforth Spring 2020 Alumni Learning Series02/28/2020Meet the Walton Executive MBA Career CoachesWe are proud to offer personalized career coaching as part of the Executive MBA program.Walton EMBA Career Coaches07/05/2023Students Choose Walton MBA for Exceptional Networking OpportunitiesWith a diverse cohort, world-renowned professors and expansive opportunities for connection, the Walton MBA offers an unparalleled networking experience.Walton MBA students at career fairAllie Mertensotto02/23/2022Ralph Bray, Walton MBA and Clinton MPS Candidate, on Helping For-Profit Business Operate More SustainablyRalph Bray (MBA ‘23) is on a mission to bridge the gap between for-profit business and environmentalism. Ralph BrayAriel Sibley12/01/2021https://news.uark.edu/articles/79912/nokes-family-supports-land-of-opportunity-scholarship-for-arkansas-studentsNokes Family Supports Land of Opportunity Scholarship for Arkansas StudentsPage TitleU of A alumni Jim Nokes and his wife, Glennis, established the Jim and Glennis Nokes Land of Opportunity Scholarship Endowment with a $100,000 gift. Mark CamariggU of A Campus Photographmba08/27/2025mbatrueDecision Making as a Leadership Behavior: Lessons from Karrie Claybrook’s Journey at WalmartDecision making is a core leadership behavior that directly shapes strategy, collaboration, and organizational impact. Karrie ClaybrookMatt Wallermba09/13/2025mbatrueEthical Leadership in Action: Reflections on Kieran Shanahan’s VisitLeaders influence not only through formal authority but through their ability to model integrity, fairness, and genuine care for others.Kieran Shanahan WalmartMatt Wallermba09/22/2025mbaTeaching During the PandemicAs the University of Arkansas prepares to return to in-person instruction in fall, Walton MBA professors Tomas Jandik and Christian Hofer reflect on teaching during the pandemic.Hillside HeaderAlexandra Goforth04/05/2021The Walton MBA Mentorship ProgramThe Walton College provides a unique mentoring program where the full-time MBA students are paired with top-level corporate executives from all over Northwest Arkansas.Old Main on the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville campusKimberly Silva-Nash12/01/2021Stacy Tan Named to the 2023 Northwest Arkansas Business Journal’s Forty Under 40Congratulations to Stacy Tan (Walton Executive MBA ‘22) for being named to the 2023 Northwest Arkansas Business Journal’s Forty Under 40!Stacy Tan Named 2023 Northwest Arkansas Business Journal Forty Under 4009/12/2023trueLeadership Lessons from Doug McMillon’s AI Wake-Up CallRecent remarks by Walmart CEO Doug McMillon, reported in the Wall Street Journal, provide an ideal case study. Doug McMillon speaks to MBA and EMBA students at Walton College.Matt Wallermba09/27/2025mbaStephen Agnew Creates a Legacy for His ChildrenStephen Agnew (EMBA ’22) tells his story of growing up in East Little Rock as the youngest of 12 and pursuing an MBA to build a legacy for his children. Stephen AgnewTaylor Poe 10/05/2021trueLeading with Values and Purpose: Lessons from Doug McMillonDuring the second week of classes, Matt Waller interviewed Doug McMillon, the president and chief executive officer of the world’s largest retailer, about leadership. Matt Waller (right) interviewed Doug McMillon (left) about leadership.Lori McLemoremba09/11/2025mbaSustainability and Resiliency in Times of Uncertainty with Dr. Christy Melhart SlayChristy Melhart Slay, director of technical alignment for The Sustainability Consortium, a global organization co-led by the University of Arkansas and Arizona State University that helps industries “define, develop and deliver more sustainable products,” earned her Ph.D. in biological sciences from the University of Arkansas in 2010. As a graduate student she was interested in sustainability and the intersection of science and business. Alexandra Goforth05/11/2020Student Spotlight: Alyssa EbyAlyssa Eby is a Senior Product Designer at Workrise and currently pursuing her Walton Executive MBA.Alyssa Eby05/31/2023Student Spotlight: Caiden TaysMeet Caiden Tays, MBA class of 2024photo of Caiden08/24/2023Student Spotlight: Dennis DanielsDennis Daniels recently completed his Walton MBA at the University of Arkansas after graduating from Southern Arkansas University in 2021 with a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.Dennis Daniels05/23/2023The Tango Press Business Model with John BallentineSmall businesses are facing the brunt of COVID-19 shutdowns. In one of the first analyses of the impacts of the pandemic on small businesses, Stanford reported a 22% reduction in active small business owners between February and April – an estimated loss of 3.3 million businesses in less than three months. However, some businesses are thriving under the current social and economic climates. Walmart’s online sales are up 74% and telehealth visits are skyrocketing. But why are some businesses doing better than others? Alexandra Goforth The Tango Press08/07/2020Student Spotlight: Laura Jo RandallLaura Jo Randall, MBA, district manager for ALDI USA and recent Walton MBA graduate completed the accelerated Walton MBA program with a concentration in supply chain.laura-do-randall08/09/2023https://online.uark.edu/students/experience/katie-bailey.phpThe Razorbug Diploma Tour with Katie Bailey, West MemphisKatie Bailey gained more than knowledge of accounting processes when she earned an online degree in accounting from the U of A.Katie Bailey receiving her diploma with the Razorbug09/14/2023Walton MBA Student Spotlight: Liz Luzcando and Ayden OwensLiz Luzcando (MBA ’22) is from Panama and practices jiujitsu. Ayden Owens (MBA ‘23) is from Pittsburgh, Pa., and is one of eight children in his family.Liz Luzcando and Ayden OwensCollin Macias11/29/2021Walton MBA Alumni Spotlight: Shan PesaruShan Pesaru is the owner and CEO of Sharp Hue and a 2007 Walton Executive MBA alum. He graduated from the Georgia Institute of Technology with a bachelor’s degree in computer engineering in 2005 and says he was missing the experience needed for business ownership and entrepreneurship before joining the program. Pesaru says the Walton MBA gave him the confidence and skills he needed to start his business.Alexandra GoforthWalton College05/11/2020Student Spotlight: Manuel TejadaManuel Tejada is a member of the 2023 Walton Executive MBA cohort and a Project Manager for the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences.Manuel Tejada07/06/2023Student Spotlight: Claudia MercadoMeet Claudia Mercado, a first-generation student from Siloam Springs, Arkansas. She earned her degree in Computer Science from the University of Arkansas College of Engineering and is now pursuing her Master’s in Business Administration.Claudia MercadoSydney Fordmbaspotlightstudentspotlightwalton mba01/14/2026mba,spotlight,studentspotlight,walton mbaStudent Spotlight: Megan NicholsMegan Nichols is Vice President, Commercial Relationship Manager at Regions Bank in Dallas, TX and is currently pursuing her Walton Executive MBA at the University of Arkansas.Megan Nichols06/29/2023Walton MBA Ethics Project ImpactDuring the fall of 2021, second-year full-time Walton MBA students completed The Walton MBA Ethics Project. This project was incorporated into the Business Leadership and Ethics course taught by Adam Stovernik, director of Walton MBA Programs and associate professor of management. There were 10 teams of students who received $1,000 to complete a project that will benefit others. Students who completed the MBA Ethics ProjectMackenzie Brown02/02/2022Student Spotlight: Sophia SchmidtSophia Schmidt is a full-time MBA student with a concentration in marketing and creative advertising.Sophia Schmidt02/28/2023Walton MBA Students Make Connections at Networking EventThe Walton MBA programs teamed up with Walton Career Services to host a networking event for students prior to the Walton College Spring Business Fair. The event included 51 companies, and all expressed an interest in hiring MBA students. Many second-year students attended the event actively seeking employment, and first-year students made connections with representatives for internships or full-time positions after graduation. Students at networking eventOntario West04/02/2022Student Spotlight: Sydney CombsSydney Combs (Walton MBA ’24) has a professional background in consulting and is completing a custom track in management, financial markets and data analytics.Walton MBA Student Sydney Combs08/17/2023Student Spotlight: Brianna SwaffordMeet Brianna Swafford, a Walton MBA - University of Arkansas student from McKinney, Texas.Brianna SwaffordSydney Fordmba01/28/2026mbaStudent Spotlight: Will SmithWill Smith is an operator at the Benton Washington Regional Public Water Authority and a member of the 2023 Walton Executive MBA cohort.Will Smith07/19/2023Saatchi & Saatchi X CEO Hosts Walton MBA ConversationsJessica Hendrix, president and CEO of Saatchi & Saatchi X, led a session of the Walton MBA Conversation Series on “COVID’s Impact on Shopping and Decision Making.” Allison VincentWalton MBA Conversations 10/12/2020Walton MBA Students Give BackWalton MBA Students Give Back During Volunteer WeekWalton MBA students give back05/10/2023trueBrooke Giacin, EMBA 2026: On the Road to SuccessFrom South Florida to Texas, Northwest Arkansas to India, Brooke's academic journey is deepening her business skills and enriching her career.Thirty faculty members and graduate students stand in front of the Taj Mahal.Lori McLemoremba10/02/2025mbaWalton EMBA Curriculum Challenges and Educates StudentsThe Walton Executive MBA program’s Fall 2020 classes have provided students with a strong base of business knowledge while also challenging the students to be creative in their problem solving. Julie StoringWalton EMBA Curriculum Challenges and Educates Students11/05/2020https://news.uark.edu/articles/80289/u-of-a-student-startup-wins-sec-pitch-competitionU of A Student Startup Wins SEC Pitch CompetitionAltaris MedTech, a U of A student startup developing an innovative pain-free strep test, won first place and $10,000 at the 2025 SEC Student Pitch Competition, held at Vanderbilt University.Brandon Howard, Jerra TomsAltaris MedTech winning students stand holding a large winning check for $10,000mba10/30/2025mbaTomas Jandik Reaches Milestone as Instructor the Walton Executive MBA ProgramCongratulations to Tomas Jandik on marking 20 years as the primary finance instructor for the Walton Executive MBA program!Tomas Jandik, Finance Professor04/05/2023MBA Learning Series: Risk Management Principles for Uncertain EnvironmentsPaul McDowell, senior risk management consultant for USAID and Walton MBA alumnus, describes the enterprise risk management process and how it enables corporations to achieve their strategic objectives in the face of uncertainty.Paul McDowellAriel Sibley10/04/2021Walton College Executive Education Launches Digital BadgesUpon completion of select Walton College Executive Education programs, participants will now receive a LinkedIn badge to showcase professional or technical expertise skills gained. Alondra CruzWalton College Executive Education Launches Digital Badges10/12/2020https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u5sJ0ybvRyEA Quick Walk with Hamish CameronIn this episode of A Quick Walk with Brent Williams, Brent meets Hamish Cameron, Senior Manager, Pickup & Delivery Acceleration for Walmart, at the new Walton Family Whole Health and Fitness center. Hamish is a recent graduate (as of May 2024) of the Executive MBA program at Walton College! During their walk, Brent and Hamish discuss the ways in which the Executive MBA program have improved his career and expanded his network. He also touched on how he has taken the innovations learned in the classroom directly into the workplace.Hamish and Brent walkingBrent Williamsmba07/03/2024Brent Williams,mbaWalton College Executive Education Accepting Nominations for 2021 Leadership Circle for Banking CohortWalton College Executive Education is partnering with Milestone Leadership to host the second cohort of Leadership Circle for Banking.Alondra CruzWalton College Executive Education02/01/2021MBA Students Showcase Innovation at Mock Market DayWalton Full-Time MBA students transformed classroom ideas into market-ready concepts during Mock Market Day, presenting original products to attendees and gathering real-world feedback.Students pitch projects at MBA Mock Market DayNathan Bramwellmbawalton mba12/17/2025mba,walton mbaStudent Spotlight: Reagan PriceMeet Reagan Price, a full-time Walton MBA - University of Arkansas student with a concentration in Retail Marketing from Austin, Texas. Reagan PriceSydney Fordexecutive mbambaspotlightstudentspotlight02/09/2026executive mba,mba,spotlight,studentspotlightWalton College Executive Education Announces its Spring Program CalendarDrive innovation, maximize team performance, design a narrative or learn about micro-finance — Walton College Executive Education is thrilled to announce upcoming learning opportunities with its Spring 2021 program calendar. Alondra CruzWalton College Executive Education at 2nd and Main in Little Rock, AR 11/05/2020Walton College Executive Education Celebrates Come as You ArkansasJoin Walton College Executive Education in celebration of the 150th anniversary of the founding of the University of Arkansas.2018 Fall Campus Views HeaderAlondra Cruz09/01/2021Walton MBA Ethics Project Inspires Full-time MBA Students to Change the WorldThe Walton MBA programs have implemented a new semester-long ethics project for second-year students that requires students to work in teams creating a project that will benefit others.Willard J. Walker HallJulie Storing10/06/2021Alumni Spotlight: Mark ToddMark Todd, MBA’s experience at the Walton College opened the door to new opportunities and set him on a path toward a successful career in finance. He graduated in 2025 and now works as a Senior Financial Analyst at Tyson Foods in Fayetteville, Arkansas.Mark Todd HeadshotHannah Drydenexecutive mbambaspotlightstudentspotlight09/10/2025executive mba,mba,spotlight,studentspotlightThree Takeaways That Elevated My Approach to Supply Chain LeadershipA Walton Executive MBA student shares three key lessons from Dr. Chris Hofer’s demand planning and inventory operations course and how they directly strengthened his leadership in supply chain.A photo of Hunter Whitley Hunter Whitleycommunicated complex supply chain conceptsdemand planningexecutive mbaexecutive mba supply chain takeawaysforecasting skills for supply chain professionalshow to improve safety stock calculationsinventory operationsmbasafety stock strategysupply chain career developmentsupply chain forecastingsupply chain leadershipsupply chain storytelling12/09/2025communicated complex supply chain concepts,demand planning,executive mba,executive mba supply chain takeaways,forecasting skills for supply chain professionals,how to improve safety stock calculations,inventory operations,mba,safety stock strategy,supply chain career development,supply chain forecasting,supply chain leadership,supply chain storytellingWalton MBA Welcomes New DirectorAdam Stoverink, associate professor of management and former Ph.D. program coordinator, will serve as new director of MBA programs at the Sam M. Walton College of Business.Alexandra GoforthWalker Hall 05/03/2021Walton EMBA Admissions: Frequently Asked QuestionsWalton MBA staff answer common EMBA admission questions to make the application process more transparent and easier to understand.Julie StoringEMBA Header04/05/2021trueLance Yarbrough: MBA Global Immersion Trip to IndiaGlobal immersion trips help students explore a business problem in depth, while experiencing unique cultural and business differences.man stands in front of the Taj Mahal in IndiaLori McLemoremba10/16/2025mbaWalton Executive MBA Entrepreneurship and Business Analytics Focus Study AreasThe Graduate School of Business offers graduate certificates in the focus study areas of entrepreneurship and business analytics.Walton College of Business buildingsAriel Sibley09/01/2021Walton College Executive Education Hosts Second Leadership Circle for HealthcareWalton College Executive Education has partnered with Milestone Leadership to host a second custom cohort of Leadership Circle for Healthcare. The six-month program provides industry leaders with skills, experiences and connections that create a lasting personal, professional and industry impact. Alondra CruzWalton Exec Ed02/28/2020Walton EMBA Alumni Spotlight: Stephanie MartinezWalton Executive MBA graduate Stephanie Danielle Martinez (EMBA ’19) shares her experience in the EMBA program and her entrepreneurial inspiration and drive. Person holding a diplomaOntario West02/02/2022Walton MBA Faculty Spotlight: Varun Grover “Is Digital IT?”Varun Grover, Distinguished Professor and David D. Glass Endowed Chair in Information Systems at Walton College, shares “Is Digital IT?” An original article for the Walton MBA newsletter. Varun GroverVarun Grover05/11/2020Walton Executive MBA Students Grow Their Business Relationships and Expand Their Professional DevelopmentWalton Executive MBA students attend networking event featuring a panel of experts sharing on managing people, communication, and careers.Networking panel of professionals05/26/2023Walton MBA Events and Programming Connect and Educate AlumniWhile the coronavirus has changed how events and programming are offered, the Walton MBA Programs Office has continued to provide learning and networking opportunities for its many alumni.Julie StoringWalton MBA Events and Programming Connect and Educate Alumni10/12/2020Walton MBA Faculty and Alumni Published in Special Issue of the Journal of RetailingThe special issue has eight articles focused on topics in retail: AI, Technology, Format, Private Label, CRM, Promotions, Merchandising and Sustainability. We spoke to Gauri and Dr. John Aloysius of the Walton College faculty and alumni Dinesh Hegde, Erin Rosa and Rand Waddoups.Hannah LeeRetail Header05/03/2021Walton MBA Learning Series: “Coronavirus and the Global Economy”In 2003, a severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus (SARS-CoV) outbreak in the Guangdong Province of China lead to approximately 8,000 cases and 800 deaths – affecting almost 30 countries and resulting in an estimated economic loss of $40 billion dollars. Alexandra GoforthWalton MBA Learning Series: “Coronavirus and the Global Economy”03/27/2020Walton MBA Fall 2020 OverviewAfter moving to remote instruction in mid-March 2020, the University of Arkansas and Walton MBA programs have returned for the Fall 2020 semester with a combination of both remote and in-person class options to maintain a quality educational experience while also protecting the health and safety of the students and faculty.Julie StoringWillard J. Walker Hall09/08/2020Walton MBA Ranks 11th out of 600 programs for ROI by the Wall Street JournalFew words are heard as often in Walton as “value.” It often seems like one of those words you just cannot escape. You may hear about it with regard to Walton’s EPIC values, the Blockchain Center of Excellence’s research on the “Internet of Value,” the value-added services that the Supply Chain Management Research Center provides, or in everyday classroom discussions. University of Arkansas campusRyan Sheets02/23/2022Walton MBA Student Spotlight: Giang Dang VuThe Walton MBA Program believes in the value of a diverse cohort. Students come from a variety of backgrounds, with different undergraduate degrees and from different parts of the world. International students add variety to the MBA program by offering unique perspectives and enriching class discussion. Sarah Williamson Walton College05/11/2020Walton MBA Student Spotlight: Grace Crain and Phil NecessaryWalton MBA students Grace Crain and Phil Necessary discuss their experiences with the program and homecoming court.Walton MBA Student Spotlight: Grace Crain and Phil NecessaryOntario West12/01/2021Walton MBA Student Spotlight: Meet Micah and SophiaFull-time students Micah Wittschen and Sophia Schmidt share why they chose the Walton MBA, their experience in the program and their goals for the future. University of Arkansas campusCollin Macias01/28/2022Walton MBA Students Participate in Business Plan CompetitionsDegree-seeking Arkansas college students presented business plans and learned about entrepreneurship in the Arkansas Governor’s Cup business plan competition held in March. Heartland challenge displayOntario West04/27/2022https://online.uark.edu/students/experience/will-welch.phpHow an EMBA Transformed Will Welch’s Career: From Golf Courses to Global RetailWelch chose the hybrid Executive Master of Business Administration program at Walton because it allowed him the ability to work while going to school. By leveraging the skills gained from his EMBA, he was able to secure a position in the associate merchant development program at Walmart.Shopping cart point of view at WalmartEMBAgraduatejobsmbastudent07/12/2024EMBA,graduate,jobs,mba,studenthttps://news.uark.edu/articles/72863/u-of-a-entrepreneurship-grad-program-ranked-top-25-by-princeton-reviewU of A Entrepreneurship Grad Program Ranked Top 25 by Princeton ReviewThe Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas has been ranked No. 22 by the Princeton Review's 2025 Top 50 Entrepreneurship Graduate Programs.Meghan PerryDecorative image of a side of the old main building with fall orange and red leaves in front with the text stating, "#22 Top Graduate Entrepreneurship Program 2025 Princeton Review"mba11/14/2024mbaWorld-Renowned Business Leaders Speak at Walton MBA Leadership SummitThe Walton MBA program hosted the Walton MBA Leadership Summit exclusively for students and alumni of the program on Nov. 14 in Bentonville.An image with three individuals on the stage stating "Walton MBA Leadership Summit" Lori McLemoremba11/25/2024mbaCrisis Leadership, Change Management, and Product Management: Insights from Tim Simmons, Walmart InternationalThis reflective session with Walmart International’s Chief Product Officer Tim Simmons explores how crisis leadership, team resilience, and transformational change intersect to guide organizations through uncertainty and renewal.Tim Simmons, SVP and Chief Product Officer at Walmart InternationalMatt Wallermba11/05/2025mbaTurning Possibility Into Purpose: How Career Coaching Transforms the Walton MBA JourneyFind out how three career coaches from the Sam M. Walton College of Business help MBA students clarify their options and take meaningful steps toward a future that reflects their capabilities and values.A smiling student and career coach having a conversation in a classroom.mbawalton mba01/20/2026mba,walton mbaAI and Emerging Technologies: Insights from Vinod Bidarkoppa, Walmart InternationalMatt Waller and Vinod Bidarkoppa, EVP and CTO of Walmart International, sat down for a fireside chat to discuss leadership, AI, and more.Vinod Bidarkoppa (left) and Matt Waller (right) discussing AI, emerging technologies, and more. Matt Wallermatt wallerwalton mba03/12/2026matt waller,walton mba