Dean’s Game Plan
Impact Starts Here
Watch as Dean Williams shares his game plan for the future of the Sam M. Walton College of Business
At the Sam M. Walton College of Business, we have a clear vision – to be a thought leader in business and a catalyst for transforming lives in Arkansas and beyond. As Dean, it is my job to help our dedicated faculty and staff to see this vision through. That’s why, along with my team and with the input of our trusted stakeholders, I have put together, what I call my game plan, that will set us up for success for years to come.
Brent Williams, DEAN
Sam M. Walton College of Business
Dean's Focus Areas
Lead in the Development of Top Business Talent
- Attract Top Talent: Bring in talented students from a broader base of communities within Arkansas and beyond.
- Equip Top Talent: Prepare students to be people-focused, tech-fluent leaders by promoting teamwork and incorporating emerging technologies into curriculum.
- Connect Top Talent: Provide students with hands-on business experience in real-world settings, establishing their network and positioning them for success.
Empower Researchers To Activate Meaningful Change
- Drive Local and Global Impact: Enable researchers to engage with the surrounding business sector while addressing challenges that affect the global community.
- Incentivize Research Partnerships: Motivate researchers to build partnerships with industries, government agencies and other fields outside of business.
- Amplify Research Reach: Share research findings and their implications in ways that are easier for people to access and understand.
Advance Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Economic Development
- Expand Partnerships Across Campus and State: Enhance collaboration with campus and statewide partners through innovative programs, research initiatives and outreach efforts.
- Create Collaborative Environments: Establish physical spaces that foster collaboration and innovation among students, faculty, staff and industry professionals.
- Strengthen the Economy: Drive economic development by providing business knowledge and educational resources to organizations, professionals and the wider workforce.
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