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Students Explore Global Trade and Sustainability in CGB Industry Trek

As part of the Careers Crossing Borders series, Smith students toured Hughes Network Systems, the Port of Baltimore, and MSC’s office to explore careers in global logistics, connectivity, and sustainability while learning from industry leaders about real-world international business practices.

CEO at Smith: Board Chair David Marriott Shares Timeless Hospitality Lessons

David S. Marriott, Chairman of Marriott International, shared insights on leadership, service, and technology at the Smith School's CEO at Smith event, reflecting on his family's legacy and the enduring values behind the global hospitality brand.

TechFest 2025: DOIT-hosted Forum Tackles Growing Risks From AI, Data and Cybersecurity

At the Smith School's TechFest 2025, experts in AI, data, and cybersecurity explored deepfakes, ethical risks, mental health, and human-centered leadership, urging students to balance innovation with responsibility in tackling rising digital threats across business and society.

2nd Annual AI Symposium Addresses the Challenges and Benefits of Artificial Intelligence

Experts from business, government, and nonprofits shared insights on AI’s challenges, opportunities, and governance at the Smith School’s 2nd Annual AI Symposium, highlighting innovation in healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and legal compliance.

Gallo Partners with Smith School for Spring Undergraduate Case Competition

The Center for Social Value Creation hosted its Spring Undergraduate Case Competition in partnership with Gallo, challenging Smith School students to develop marketing strategies for Nobilo wine. Six teams presented recommendations to a panel of industry and faculty judges.

Alumni

Supportive Smith Network Inspires Alumnus to “Uplift” Current Students

Renard Brumfield, MBA ’22, studied finance during his time at Smith and is currently a Finance Business Manager with JPMorgan Chase. Brumfield credits his Smith network for helping him get to where he is today and he pays it forward by engaging with the Smith community and mentoring current students.

UMD Students Shine in National Case Competitions

University of Maryland students excelled in two national case competitions with support from the Center for Global Business. Undergraduates won first place at CGB’s Grand Global Challenges Competition and competed in Los Angeles, proposing a sustainable alternative to sand mining. Meanwhile, Smith School graduate students tackled business expansion strategies at the NASBITE International Case Competition in Cleveland.

Entrepreneurial Spirit

AI Tool That Aims for Viral Clips Takes Top Honors at Pitch Dingman

An AI tool that auto-clips livestreams for social media won the top $25K prize at UMD’s 2025 Pitch Dingman Competition, hosted by the Dingman-Lamone Center for Entrepreneurship, which awarded over $170K to ventures across five student and alumni tracks.

When the IRS Comes Knocking: Understanding 501c3 Status Revocation

By Samuel Handwerg

Smith Brain Trust

“The Future is Not What it Used to Be”

Ambiguity arises when choices must be made despite unclear outcomes, says Professor J. Gerald Suarez. In today’s fast-paced world, discernment, flexibility, and embracing uncertainty—not rigid control—are key to navigating change, complexity, and an unpredictable future.

6th Annual Datathon Offers Real-World Experience to UMD and AU Students

The Smith School’s 6th Annual Datathon welcomed 44 AU students and represented nearly 50 majors across both universities. Teams tackled a real-world Spotify challenge, with finalists earning cash prizes and career mentorship from Deloitte professionals.

2025 CIBE International Research Award Goes to PhD Candidate for Wage Study

PhD candidate Kanat Isakov received the 2025 CIBE International Research Award for his study on how external economic shocks affect wage setting and inequality in developing countries, using linked employer-employee data and fieldwork access in Colombia.
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