InNOLEnews VOL 8 (S '23)

A MESSAGE FROM THE DEAN

Dear Faculty, Students, Alumni and Friends,

Our apologies for the tardiness of this 2023 Spring/Summer InNOLEnews. Time had gotten away from us for some very good reasons. First, our own (now) Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs, Kirsten Frandsen, got married this summer in Italy! We are thrilled for her and her lucky husband. She is now Kirsten Harrison and has her hands full since one of our two advisors moved away from Tallahassee, and we are in the midst of hiring a couple more advisors In addition, Marketing Director Kaylee Gray welcomed her first child in late Summer and has spent the fall semester on maternity leave Her daughter is absolutely beautiful, sweet, and sleeping through the night! Our development officer, Ashleigh Marsh also spent part of the spring and most of the summer on maternity leave with her very sweet son Great news all around as the JMC grows and welcomes new members to our family

Please take a moment to read about our incredible students. We only wish we could highlight each one of our amazing students and hope you will see yourself in our newsletter as a student or alumni Please let us know what and how you are doing, we would love to feature you

The JMC continues to grow stronger and better every day We offered one new online master ’ s degree program in the fall of 2023, Social and Sustainable Enterprises, headed and championed by our own Dr Mark McNees, or Social Entrepreneur in Residence (EIR) This program has a strong interdisciplinary approach with faculty from across FSU and top experts from around the world teaching the courses We are also working on our fifth MS degree in Creative Arts and Entrepreneurship and hope to start advertising that program soon.

We are in full swing with our relatively new BS major in STEM entrepreneurship which is now headed by Dr. Matt Carter. This undergraduate major has the support of our STEM colleagues from across campus and requires a STEM minor as part of the degree. Please contact Dr. Carter and/or Kirsten Harrison if you would like additional information.

We continue to offer the first in the country, a minor and concentration in Franchise Automotive Entrepreneurship This new program offers hands-on, real-life experiences in the dynamic day-to-day operations of a franchised automobile dealership We are working closely with the present and past owners of Peter Boulware Toyota Dealership to design this very exciting new concentration

All the JMC programs offer FSU students excellent experiential instruction with great potential for employment upon graduation. Our internship programs continue to grow, and our students find continued success in working with entrepreneurial-minded companies all over the world.

We hope you will enjoy this, our eighth edition of our newsletter where we continue to highlight our students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Please keep in touch as we would love to your stories of success. Send us an email or contact us via social media

Take care of yourselves and each other

With warmest regards,

SUSAN S FIORITO, PH D

Dean, Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship

S T U D E N T S P O T L I G H T S

JIM MORAN COLLEGE STUDENT SPOTLIGHTS

The College features some amazing undergraduate and graduate students To see what they are up to both inside and outside the classroom and why they choose entrepreneurship as their field of study

STUDENT SPOTLIGHTS

ASHTON HERNDON | COMMERCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP

WhatisyourfavoritethingabouttheJMCprogramsofar?

Iabsolutelylovethecommunityaspectofthecollegeandhoweverybodyknows eachotherImeanIhavemadesomeofmybestfriendsthroughtheprogram simplyfromjustgoingtoclasseverydayandspendingtimewiththesegreat people.Everyonehassomethingtobringtothetable,andinmyopinion,we havethemosttalentedstudentsatFSUAlso,theteachersarethebestinthe gameandgiveyoutheirfullattentionwheneveryoumayneedit,whichisvery uncommonatauniversityaslargeasours

Whatareyourcareergoals?

MygoalfirstandforemostistogrowmySocialMediaBusinessto1million+ subscribersonbothYouTubeandTikTok,andjustspreadmypassionforvideo makingandproductionwitheveryoneouttherewhomaybeinneedof information,entertainmentorsimplyjustasmileputontheirfaceafterarough dayAfterscalingmysocialmediabusiness,Iplanonventuringintootherfacets ofexpansionsuchasstartingapodcasttosupplementthevideos,courseson growingasocialmediabusiness,andmostimportantly,becomingaproducerfor majormotionpicturesThroughhardworkandconsistency,Ibelievethesegoals canandwillbeattained,andIlookforwardtoseeingwherethiswildjourney takesme!

KEHINDE SOGBESAN | STEM ENTREPRENEURSHIP

What are your career goals?

Intentionality defines the theme of the career I aim to achieve. Specifically, I want SX Technologies & Media to be a successful company that provides STI diagnostic tests to all individuals. I am making an intentional effort to disrupt the status quo and offer rapid and affordable solutions to mitigate this ongoing STI epidemic. The conversation has been neglected, reform has been forgotten, it is time for change. I long to inspire individuals with my career aspirations; pursue greatness and one will truly achieve it This greatness isn't defined by the title but rather the impact I evoke in society At the end of the day, I want to say through innovation and conversation, I made a positive impact in the world around me through in

What advice would you give to incoming JMC Students?

The power of the tongue is powerful, and humility is exceptional As students, we sometimes are afraid to dream and explore our curiosities As a JMC student, this program allows you to explore your curiosities through engaging in a multiplicity of topics, classes, and minors You get what you put into any program at Florida State University Therefore, if you want to succeed in this program, claim success Write out the goals you want and act on it, everything will begin to align When you speak, speak with conviction and authenticity This practice will allow your dreams to become your destiny, and your destiny to become your reality.

Humility will steer you toward an adventurous and beautiful journey within JMC Having an inquiring mind doesn't mean researching in the comfort of your home. You need to remain humble and realize you do not have all the answers. This humility will guide you to people dedicated to aiding your journey They will give you feedback, critiques, and monumental wisdom As a young scholar, it is your role to remain humble and soak the knowledge as if you were a sponge Like an athlete, you are training to win, wouldn't it make sense to train with the best? Collaborate with students in your class, ask thought-provoking questions, just keep going. The adventure continues, and the excitement day in and day out grows

STUDENT SPOTLIGHTS

ALEXLACOVICK|RETAILENTREPRENEURSHIP

What advice would you give to incoming JMC Students?

The biggest piece of advice I can give to incoming JMC students is to get involved as much as you can As cliché as it sounds, once I got more involved in establishing relationships with professors, and competing in collegiate, national, and international competitions I found that through JMC, I was able to really figure out what I wanted to do within the retail industry. Going into competitions held or showcased by JMC has really helped in my professional development in expressing my creativity while also showcasing my ability to analytically think of ideas and concepts that are cool and practical as well. Getting involved provides you with great opportunities, like the Student Spotlight, access to scholarship money, and opportunities to travel, all expenses paid to places like New York City. Even if you don’t win a competition, remember the relationships, connections, and growth you have established in yourself since starting and figure out where to go from there to continue growing Get involved!!!

Who or what has influenced you to pursue entrepreneurship in your specific industry?

The retail industry is one that is honestly very unique in the way people can go into many different fields A lot of the time, most jobs only allow you to think analytically whereas retail has a cross-section into both thinking analytically AND creatively. This cross-section is what influenced me to pursue entrepreneurship as a major because I can express my love for fashion through picking out assortments, designing, and developing products/apparel with very cool aspects in fiber content or features. While I did not know about this organization before joining the major, learning about the American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists and their competitions, I was able to create an athletic clothing line made from recycled nylon and polyester fused with used coffee grounds to have some really amazing characteristics for gym wear as well as being suitable for an office This major has allowed me to express my thoughts and create tangible things from them which is something I have always dreamt of doing!

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... I was able to create an athletic clothing line made from recycled nylon and polyester fused with used coffee grounds to have some really amazing characteristics for gym wear as well as being suitable for an office."

STUDENT SPOTLIGHTS

MADELINEPOLEY-BOGAN | GRADUATESTUDENT | TEXTILE&APPARELENTREPRENEURSHIP

WhathaveyouenjoyedmostthisFallinJimMoranCollege?

ThisfallsemesteratJimMoranCollegewasatrulyenrichingexperience The exposure to industry experts, collaboration with peers, internships, research opportunities, and educational events helped me broaden my knowledge, strengthen my skills, and solidify my passion for the versatile and dynamic worldofretailandtextiles Iamexcitedtocontinueexploringtheindustryand pursuingmycareergoalswiththesupportofJimMoranCollege

WhatadvicewouldyougivetoincomingJMCstudents?

It'sperfectlyokaynottohaveacleardirectionorknowexactlywhatyouwant to do when you first start your academic journey. It is a time for exploration andself-discovery,andit’scommontofindyourpassionandinterestsalongthe way The Jim Moran College, with its diverse range of courses and opportunities, provides a platform for students to explore various facets of the retail industry. Remaining open-minded and embracing the chance to explore differentareasoftheretailindustrycanleadtoexcitingopportunities!

RILEYBAHR |

GRADUATESTUDENT | SOCIAL&SUSTAINABLEENTERPRISES

WhatisyourfavoritethingabouttheJMCprogramsofar?

My favorite thing about the JMC program is the freedom to choose and explore a wide rangeoftopicsandindustryareaswithintheprojectguidelines.Thisflexibilityhasallowed me to delve into specific interests like regenerative agriculture, policymaking, sustainability frameworks, benchmarking, and even exploring pressing issues like Miami FL's sinking problem.Iappreciatehowtheseprojectsenablemetospecializeandfamiliarizemyselfwith areasthattrulyintrigueme,whetherit'srelatedtospecificcompaniesI'dliketoworkforor findingwaystoenhancetheirsustainabilityefforts.Formostprojectsforcompanies,Ihave been able to directly reach out to the company and offer my research as a means to make real changes inside their company Overall, the program ' s project-oriented approach has enrichedmylearningexperienceandempoweredmetopursuemypassionswithinthefield.

Whatareyourcareergoals?

My career goal is to be an impactful sustainability specialist or consultant, and I find that myvisionofmydreamcareerisconstantlyevolving.Currently,Iamstartingmyjourneyas a sustainability analyst, where I will be immersed in understanding greenhouse gas emission accounting and devising strategies for emissions reduction On the entrepreneurial side, I aspire to create a business that educates and certifies products or industries for sustainability My ultimate aim is to use my knowledge to educate the masses on how to lead more sustainable lives and to encourage simple switches that have a profound impact on the planet

As an athlete, I am also passionate about creating a business model that integrates the well-being of both people and the planet, recognizing how interconnected they are I believe sports can be a powerful tool to educate fans and stakeholders about sustainability, and I hope to leverage athletes' platforms to promote green sports and drive positive change.

In summary, my career goals revolve around making a significant impact on sustainability, both as an analyst and an entrepreneur, by promoting education, and certification, and incorporating sports as a means to inspire positive change for a healthier planet and people.

Internship Spotlights

JIM MORAN COLLEGE INTERNSHIP SPOTLIGHTS

The College features undergraduate and graduate students who have completed outstanding internships each semester These students had the opportunity to work with companies and individuals in a variety of industries and are excited to share these opportunities with our readers

INTERNSHIP SPOTLIGHT

INTERNSHIP: NIKE

WHAT I'M MOST LOOKING FORWARD TO LEARNING FROM MY INTERNSHIP:

What I'm most looking forward to learning from my internship is understanding how NIKE develops and executes brand campaigns, conducts market analysis, and leverages digital marketing channels Also, staying up-to-date with industry trends and witnessing how NIKE navigates the ever-changing sports and lifestyle industry would be inspiring and informative.

HOW HAS THE JMC INTERNSHIP PREP CLASS PREPARED YOU FOR YOUR INTERNSHIP:

The mentorship from Mrs. Parker and the JMC Internship Prep class has undoubtedly played a crucial role in preparing me for my internship with NIKE. Under the guidance of Mrs Parker, the course has equipped me with valuable skills and knowledge required for success in the professional world Mrs Parker's dedication and support have been invaluable to me She set up a last-minute

Zoom call for me before the NIKE interview to motivate me and offer sample interview questions She has instilled confidence in me, and I've witnessed her do the same for my classmates, which helped students feel more prepared going into their interviews

WHAT SKILLS OR INFORMATION YOU ARE EXPECTING TO LEARN IN YOUR INTERNSHIP

I desire to gain a broad range of skills and knowledge during my internship with NIKE. The chance to collaborate with professionals from various departments and stay updated on industry trends adds even more learning potential. The possibilities are limitless for me I am willing to absorb as much knowledge as possible during my time at their headquarters

HOW YOU FEEL ABOUT TEMPORARILY MOVING TO A NEW LOCATION:

Moving to a new location, such as Portland, Oregon, is a significant change from where I grew up in Liberty City, Miami, Florida. I am approaching this change with an open mind and a sense of adventure. I look forward to growing in a new environment, meeting new people, and exploring a different city. I want to make the best of my time in Portland and create lasting memories and experiences.

The mission of the Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship at Florida State University is to inspire innovation, instill compassion, and ignite an entrepreneurial mindset in the next generation of leaders

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ROSE WALTERS | COMMERCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP

CHISA KAMOI | STEM ENTREPRENEURSHIP

INTERNSHIP: CROSS MISSIONS

TELL US ABOUT YOUR SUMMER INTERNSHIP:

"I have been blessed beyond measure this summer through my experience interning with CROSS Missions. Spending my summer in Charlotte has provided invaluable opportunities to practice life skills such as teamwork, mindfulness, boundary-setting, and problemsolving. I especially appreciate the intentional community my fellow interns and I have created to shape one another into better leaders.

WHAT HAVE YOU LEARNED?

We have learned that honest communication, vulnerability, and authentic expression of self are foundational in any effective team. This internship has built my self-confidence, love, and trust. I am so grateful to the JMC for encouraging me to seek out this transformational experience!"

INTERNSHIP: DUNSEL'S

Dunsel’s is a company co-owned by Jim Moran College Alumni, that up-cycles discarded sailboat sails and marine textile waste to create unique, durable, and functional bags

TELL US ABOUT YOUR SUMMER INTERNSHIP:

"I am extremely grateful for the invaluable opportunity to intern at Dunsel's over the summer of 2023. Throughout my internship, I have had the privilege of working closely with the passionate founder (who is also a JMC Graduate), who possesses a profound understanding of sustainable supply chains. He not only provides me with instructions but also encourages me to think about how to enhance the tasks. He serves as my mentor I believe this experience has allowed me to acquire extensive knowledge and practical skills I am sincerely thankful for the chance to contribute to Dunsel's team and for the valuable insights and expertise I have gained during my time here Lastly, I would like to say thank you to Jim Moran College for the comprehensive support "

JIM MORAN COLLEGE FACULTY SPOTLIGHTS

The College features undergraduate and graduate faculty to give our readers a chance to meet and learn more about the individuals who shape JMC students' minds These spotlights give you a chance to learn about what some of our faculty are up to inside and outside the classroom

F A C U L T Y S P O T L I G H T S

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MEREDITH MCQUERRY, PH.D.

During the fall 2022-spring 2023 academic year, Dr. Meredith McQuerry wrapped up her federally supported research on female firefighter protective clothing, publishing an invited journal article in the special issue, “Challenges and Emerging Issues on Firefighter’s Toxic Chemical Exposure: Smoke Chemicals, Contaminated PPE, and Off-gassing” in Frontiers in Materials. She also presented this research through two international presentations at the European Conference on Protective Clothing in Arnhem, Netherlands and the Fire Industry Education Resource Organization (FIERO) PPE Symposium in Greenville, SC This externally funded project supported the collection of the first and largest female firefighter anthropometric database in the United States, which is currently under licensure with the Office of Commercialization.

In addition to her work on improving female firefighter PPE, a $181K house appropriations award will bring brand new equipment to the ThermaNOLE Comfort Lab® in 2023 to expand the abilities of the ANDI sweating thermal manikin to include fabric level measurements on a sweating guarded hot plate. This will enable full systems research and development efforts from the fabric to the human wear level. Speaking of human wear, Dr. McQuerry’s lab team recently completed an extensive wear trial in conjunction with the Tallahassee Fire Department and Institute of Sports Sciences and Medicine to assess the ergonomic mobility of a newly designed turnout suit, developed in house alongside Dr. Sherry Schofield, the technical patternmaking mastermind! Their research will be presented this fall at the 67th International Human Factors and Ergonomics Society annual meeting in Washington, D.C.

As if ANDI isn’t busy enough, he’s also been working hard to assess sports performance apparel, outerwear, turnout suits, personal flotation devices, cooling vests, and military PPE this year in various temperature extremes. The ThermaNOLE Comfort Lab® received its first direct to military contract that is supporting graduate and undergraduate research assistantships. These projects will continue into the fall and throughout each year, providing students the opportunity to learn unique technologies, gain hands on experience, and interface with numerous industry and government entities.

Looking into the fall, Dr. McQuerry hopes to continue her work on female firefighter protective clothing with a $1.5M FEMA grant pending to do just that. If funded, it will bring an international postdoc to Florida State University and support graduate research assistantships through 2026. If you ’ re interested in touring the lab or learning more about Dr. McQuerry’s research, you can check out more information here: https://jimmorancollege fsu edu/about/lab-spaces/thermanole-comfort-lab

F A C U L T Y A W A R D S P O T L I G H T S

JESSICA RIDGWAY CLAYTON, PH D & BRENDA GARNER

SHERRY SCHOFIELD, PHD

MEREDITH MCQUERRY, PHD

Congratulations to Jessica Ridgway Clayton, PhD and Brenda Garner on being recognized with a University Teaching Award. The University Teaching Awards program recognizes faculty for excellence in undergraduate and graduate teaching This is a studentoriented award with nominations submitted by students and alumni

Dr Schofield presented her research at The Project Enhancement Network and Incubator (PEN & Inc) Recognition Event this past Spring

FSU’s internal grant, PEN & Inc given by the Library received a record number of applications for the 22-23 academic year which made the selection process incredibly difficult due to the high quality of the applications and the merits of each project proposal.

Ultimately, the Office of Digital Research and Scholarship was able to accept a record 15 participants to the program. Dr. Schofield received a $1K grant.

Project Name: Digitizing the JMC Textile and Apparel Historic Costume Collection

Dr. McQuerry McQuerry was awarded a $32K 2023 Cotton in the Curriculum educational grant by Cotton Incorporated. This grant has enhanced textile and apparel courses in the Retail Entrepreneurship program by incorporating hands-on research projects, presentation competitions with industry professionals, monetary awards, and an all-expenses-paid trip for undergraduate and graduate students to travel to Cotton Incorporated's headquarters in Raleigh, NC to tour world-class fiber and yarn spinning, weaving, knitting, and finishing facilities

Thanks to this grant, Dr McQuerry was able to offer a co-listed undergraduate and graduate course this summer titled “A Survey of Cotton Performance Technologies ”

JMC NEWS

ACC Inventure Prize team takes People’s Choice Award

Florida State University took home the People’s Choice AwardatthesixthannualACCInVenturePrizecompetition

Thursday.

FSU hosted the Shark Tank-style competition in which the 15 schools of the Atlantic Coast Conference sent teams comprisedofundergraduatestudentstopitchtheirinventions andbusinesses.

A three-judge panel crowned the Fighting Irish of the University of Notre Dame the winners, while online voters choseFSUforthePeople’sChoiceAward

The competition was broadcast on WFSU with teams presenting to an in-studio audience in addition to those watchingfromhome.

Mechanical engineering majors Michael Romega, Kristine Villarino, Andrew Burkhardt, Caleb Ward and Max McCammon, who represented FSU, wonthePeople’sChoiceprizefortheirtechnology,extraBREATH,whichtreatspatientswithseverelunginjurieswhileeliminatingtheneedformedical sedationanditsnegativesideeffects. Theteamwon$5,000inprizemoney.

McCammon said he was a little intimidated going into the competition but noted that FSU’s team was well prepared. “As mechanical engineers we don’t necessarily think about entrepreneurship in our day-to-day lives,” he said “But we had a lot of resources and mentorship when it comes to entrepreneurshipthathavebeenreallyvaluableinpreparingusforallthenon-engineeringthingsthiscompetitionrequires.”

HostingtheeventforthesecondyearinarowandclaimingthePeople’sChoiceAwardcapsagreatyearforFSUatthecompetition,saidBritainDwyre Riley,instructionalspecialistandinternshipcoordinatorfortheJimMoranCollegeofEntrepreneurship.

“It’s just a fantastic showcase of entrepreneurship and winning the People’s Choice Award shows that people are really bought into the entrepreneurial endeavorshappeningacrossFSU,”shesaid.

The Notre Dame team ’ s LifeDrive, a wheelchair that offers alternative control solutions including eye, voice and mobile stick control, earned top prize and$15,000 DukeandSyracuseuniversitiestiedforsecondplace

Since its establishment in 2016, the ACC InVenture Prize has grown to become the nation’s largest student innovation competition and has helped fundmultiplestudentinventionsandprojects

JMC Spring Expo

The Spring 2023 Entrepreneurship Expo, hosted by the Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship was a success! The expo is an opportunity for FSU students to showcase, sell, and promote their businesses and products on campus. The event was held on Landis Green, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.

Olivia Floyd Johnson SunnyGirl Brand

Stefanny Sanchez Contravia

Jeannie Castro Wild Hippie Cosmetics

Isabella Favata & Ansley Leathers Wear to Prints

JMC Student Org Updates

Florida State University’s chapter of the Society for the Advancement of Management (SAM) won Chapter of the Year for the third consecutive year.

The award was one of a handful bestowed upon team members at the SAM national conference in Nashville last month. FSU’s SAM team is comprised entirely of students majoring in commercial entrepreneurship and is housed in the Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship

It is a win that speaks to the caliber of students at FSU, said the chapter’s faculty adviser Bob Garner, teaching faculty and entrepreneur in residence at the Moran College.

“I am just extremely proud of our students,” Garner said. “I think it shows not only the quality of our students but the quality of instruction by our faculty.”

Three FSU teams competed across three divisions: undergraduate, open and online In the open division FSU was represented by seniors Antonio Sojos, Chris Jafet and Paige Spizale. In the undergraduate division, seniors Kelsey Pemberton and Kaitlyn Killeen and junior John Jones competed, while the virtual team included juniors Ben Arney, Ashton Herndon and Julian Fernandez.

Team Awards

Overall Team – Second Place

Written Case Competition – First Place

Overall Team – Second Place

Written Case Competition – Second Place

Student Case Competition – Second Place

Overall Team – Third Place

Written Case Competition – First Place

Student Case Competition – Second Place

Individual Awards

Extemporaneous Speech Competition

Business Pitch Competition

International Collegiate Business Skills Championship

Extemporaneous Speech

Business Pitch Competition

International Collegiate Business Skills Championship

Extemporaneous Speech Competition

Business Knowledge Bowl Competition

Business Pitch Competition

International Collegiate Business Skills Championship

Evaluation for the Chapter of the Year award is based on local chapters’ accomplishments and work, including service to the community.

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Florida State University First Dr Lady Jai Vartikar kicked off the event with opening remarks followed by a panel discussion of highly accomplished women entrepreneurs in October 2022

Women are one the fastest-growing groups of entrepreneurs and the Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship at Florida State University has launched the Women in Entrepreneurship (WIE) initiative to help the trend continue

The FSU WIE will be dedicated to influencing, empowering, and connecting students, faculty, staff, alumnae, and professionals through collaborative programming, mentorships, a monthly speaker series, networking opportunities, and more The monthly speakers’ events will be hosted both in class and as stand-alone events.

Florida State University’s Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship (JMC) has partnered with Tallahassee Women Wednesdays and FSU WIE to host an afternoon of networking and a robust panel discussion to celebrate National Women in Entrepreneurship Week in October.

This event was organized by the FSU Women in Entrepreneurship, a recognized student organization

Guitar players leery of losing yet another pick through the instrument’s sound hole no longer need to fret thanks to Save A Pick Inc , winner of the 2023 InNOLEvation® Challenge

Florida State University freshman Mackenzie Taylor, inventor and CEO of Save A Pick, nabbed the $10,000 first-place prize in the business model competition, which is hosted by the Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship

The annual InNOLEvation® Challenge is a business model competition that provides students from all majors with the opportunity to gain valuable insight and experience in innovation and entrepreneurship

Save A Pick fits over the guitar sound hole and prevents wayward picks from sparking a retrieval effort that has vexed guitar players since the instrument’s invention Taylor, a native of Tampa, said a key to the product is that it does not disrupt the guitar’s sound

“We’re so very proud of all the students who applied for this competition and worked throughout the past year to achieve this milestone in their businesses,” said Susan Fiorito, Dean of the Moran College

In addition to developing a product or service, participants build a business model, and subject their idea to customer testing The entire competition takes place over two semesters with students submitting parts of the business model canvas along the way

The win was music to Taylor’s ears, who said she was thrilled and honored

Otherprizewinnersinthecompetitionare:

$4,000JimMoranChallengeSocialVentureAward ElevatedFlavors

$4,000SpiritofEntrepreneurshipAward MissPosiePockets

$4,000DivvyUpMostViableAward TallahasseeExchange

$4,000GrowlerCountryMostScalableAward UniCleaningCrew

$4,000MarkScottMostInnovativeAward GasMoney,LLC

$500Finalists MyGreekLegacyandSoyaline

RETAIL CORNER

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This year ' s annual Retail Roundtable

Held in August each year, the JMC Retail Roundtable is designed for local retail businesses including "Main Street" retailers and Store Managers of the local big box retailers Supported by the Florida Retail Federation, relevant topics are discussed, and there is always time for the businesses to meet each other as well as discuss internships, job openings, and how JMC and the Retail Center can be of assistance in our local retail community We were pleased to host 13 unique local businesses represented by over 20 attendees This year ’ s featured speaker was Scott Shalley, President and CEO of the Florida Retail Federation, and Shelby Dotson, Vice President of Member Relations for the Florida Retail Federation.

NOTE FROM THE RETAIL CENTER DIRECTOR

Ann Langston, Director, Florida State University Retail Center

We thank our retail partners for their continued support of The Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship Because of these partnerships, our Fall JMC Recognition Reception was an excellent opportunity for our retailers and students to connect.

We look forward to seeing our companies back on campus for the Spring Networking Reception on January 25, 2023 We are amazed at the experiences, internships, and careers that our retailers continue to offer to our talented students.

Best wishes for a successful holiday season,

BELLA ROSE HART

Retail Center Senior Intern

I began my internship in 2021 as a Junior and had the opportunity to work with Ann Langston and Grayce Halter, the Senior intern This year I am the Senior Retail Center Intern and have enjoyed working with the Junior, Adam Hall. During this experience, not only have I gained insightful mentorship from Ann Langston but have also had the ability to work on a collaborative team and learn from my peers. As a Retail Center Intern, I have gained an immense amount of knowledge about the retail industry by connecting our retail partners to JMC students to help them receive internships, jobs, and scholarship opportunities It has been such a pleasure to help organize events for the Retail Center such as the Spring JMC Reception, the Fall JMC Recognition Reception, the Retail Roundtable, and our Virtual Networking Sessions. I was honored to receive the Macy's Fund for Excellence

Scholarship my junior and senior years of college I have also had the pleasure to learn from the National Retail Federation, the Florida Retail Federation, and the Fashion Scholarship Fund. I would like to thank Ann Langston, Adam Hall, the JMC faculty and staff, and the JMC students for supporting me throughout this position in my college career. I am grateful for the knowledge, mentorship, and experience that I will take with me as I pursue a career in the retail industry

ADAM HALL

Retail Center Junior Intern

My name is Adam Hall, I am a Junior studying Retail Entrepreneurship. I currently run two businesses, I am close to receiving my FAA Private Pilots License, and I am honored to serve as an Intern for the Retail Center, being heavily involved in the fashion and retail industry already, the opportunities within the Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship have helped me grow as a student and business owner This fall, I was a part of organizing the Retail Roundtable and the Jim Moran College Recognition and Reception event and received the Macys’ Fund for Excellence Scholarship. By working with the supportive faculty, recruiters, and students, both events were successful. I am thankful and humbled by the amount of support within the college

NATIONAL RETAIL FEDERATION AMBASSADOR

Delaney Hanson, Retail Entrepreneurship

My experience as the NRF Foundation Student Ambassador at Florida State University for the past year has been such a rewarding experience. In this position I served as the liaison between the NRF Foundation and FSU where I facilitated the growth of the NRF Foundation community on campus I loved sharing all the great opportunities that the NRF Foundation offers for undergraduate and graduate students interested in the retail industry. Getting students connected and more informed on the industry has been such a great way to channel my own passion for retail. I couldn’t have done it without the help of Mrs. Langston, Bella Hart, and Adam Hall and I can ’ t wait to experience the NRF Foundation Student Program with them in New York City this January!

NATIONAL RETAIL FEDERATION NEXT GENERATION FINALIST:

Anais Humes, Retail Entrepreneurship, Product Development

During this past Spring and Summer, I had the amazing opportunity of competing in the NRF Foundation Next Generation Case Study. The case study challenged competitors to create a Nordstrom Made brand that aimed to reduce Nordstrom’s carbon footprint through responsible sourcing, manufacturing, and supply chain Additionally, interning with Nordstrom at the Aventura location this Summer gave me more perspective on Nordstrom and how they operate as a business which I found helpful in conducting this study. After completing the research on Nordstrom’s product offerings and their current sustainability initiatives, I created Crux, a brand of bold essential pieces that would be produced sustainably. The key to sustainable fashion is creating pieces that individuals can pair with many garments and wear in multiple ways. Prioritizing creative design and challenging the way

we view everyday wear can influence the way we shop. By allowing us to choose clothing that is versatile, we can reduce the consumption of fast fashion and clothes that can only be worn a few times. Competing in the NRF Foundation Next Generation Case Study provided me the opportunity and platform to demonstrate my knowledge and creativity. It helped me believe that I am able to be successful within the retail and fashion industry!

Retail Center Ambassadors

Lucia Villanustre Retail Entrepreneurship

Being a Retail Center Ambassador was a great experience as I got to not only attend the reception, network with great retailers, but also meet peers who have like-minded goals as me It gave me a chance to get further involved with the Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship I recommend applying to be a Retail Center ambassador to help develop the important intrapersonal skills you will gain from networking and communicating with the recruiters The Seminole Futures Career Fair the next day was less intimidating thanks to the relationships I built at the JMC Reception I was lucky enough to receive a scholarship awarded to me by the Target corporation at the reception. It gave me a chance to build my network with the target representatives attending. I received this scholarship by going on FSU4U, which is FSU's scholarship website, and completed both the general application and the specific Jim Moran College General application. It was a simple process that ended up paying off!

Carly Woollard Retail Entrepreneurship

I am a junior, studying retail entrepreneurship here at Florida State University and I have been a retail center ambassador for almost a year. This has been a terrific experience, as I have learned an abundance of crucial skills, such as networking not only among future employers but also among my peers. As an ambassador, we are expected to contribute to the planning and execution of retail center events- specifically, the JMC Reception We also promote the events to our classes to spread the word about opportunities for students to build connections This year, I was the recipient of the Macy’s Inc Foundation Endowment scholarship and was honored to be recognized at the reception Working as a retail center ambassador helped me make contacts in the retail industry which will get me one step closer to obtaining my future career goals.

2023 JMC RECOGNITION RECEPTION

The JMC Recognition Reception is a networking event that gives the students the opportunity to network with our retail partners. During the JMC Fall Reception, the Retail Center also holds a scholarship recognition ceremony to recognize our JMC students for their achievements The event is designed to connect students who are actively pursuing internships and job opportunities with recruiters from each company. The event prepares the students for the FSU Career Fair’s Seminole Futures the following day. The JMC Reception would not be a success without our retail partners providing great networking experiences and opportunities to our students

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