Welcome to the latest Bryan Business Report, a reflection of the extraordinary progress and accomplishments we have made over the past year. This year marks a personal milestone for me as well as I officially step into the role of Dean of the Bryan School of Business and Economics. It is both a privilege and a responsibility that I embrace with gratitude and optimism for what lies ahead. Our momentum continues to build. Earlier this year, we earned reaccreditation with flying colors from AACSB International — the hallmark of excellence in business education achieved  by fewer than 6% of business schools worldwide. This recognition affirms the dedication of our faculty, staff, and students in advancing the Bryan School’s mission and values.

Excellence at the Bryan School is never confined to the classroom. This year, we strengthened our impact in the community by offering resources, such as artificial intelligence workshops for business leaders and a workshop on networking strategies for young professionals in the digital era. Among other similar Bryan School initiatives, these opportunities equip organizations with tools to navigate a rapidly changing business landscape. They also instantiate our dual commitment: preparing students for success while contributing meaningfully to the economic and social vitality of our region.

Our faculty continue to excel as teacher-scholars, ensuring that our students are exposed to the latest ideas, innovations, and practices shaping business today. They bring their research, their real-world expertise, and their passion into the classroom, making student success not just an aspiration but a lived reality.

But no letter can capture the true energy and drive of the Bryan School as well as the stories that follow in this report. Whether it is through groundbreaking student projects, alumni achievements, or faculty innovations, excellence here comes in many forms. What unites them all is our belief that anyone can belong at Bryan and that every success story adds to the collective impact of our school.

As you read this year’s Bryan Business Report, I hope you feel the same sense of pride and excitement that I do. Our mission remains clear: to develop principled leaders and exceptional problem solvers who embody excellence, both inside and outside the classroom. Thank you for being part of our community and for helping us advance that mission.

Happy reading,