JSU College of Business and Industry

Congratulations to Mr. John Sudduth IV, Instructor of Accounting in the Gregory D. Brown Department of Finance, Economics & Accounting, on receiving the Outstanding Faculty Award at the 2025–26 Gamecock Choice Awards.

This recognition is especially meaningful as it is voted on by students, reflecting the direct impact of his work in the classroom and his commitment to student success, both during their time at Jax State and as they prepare for careers beyond graduation.

Join us in celebrating an outstanding achievement in the College of Business & Industry!

Congratulations to Sandra Menes, named the Outstanding Graduate in Finance for Spring 2026 in the Gregory D. Brown Department of Finance, Economics & Accounting.

Sandra’s hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence have truly set her apart. This well-deserved recognition reflects both her academic success and the bright future ahead.

Thank you to AmFirst Credit Union for providing coffee and pastries to our College of Business & Industry students in Merrill Hall to wish them the best on finals. We appreciate your continued partnership with CBI and the Gregory D. Brown Department of Finance, Economics & Accounting.

Wishing all CBI students the very best on your finals. Finish strong, Gamecocks! 🐔

AmFirst Credit Union presents - ☕Sips to Your Sweet Success 🍩

Finals week is here, and we’ve got just what you need to fuel up and finish strong.

Join us for coffee & pastries as you prepare for exams:

📅 Thursday, April 23
⏰ 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
📍 Merrill Hall (1st floor entrance)

Take a break, grab a cup, and recharge - you’ve earned it.
Good luck on your finals, Gamecocks - you’ve got this!💯

A special thank you to AmFirst Credit Union for investing in our students and supporting the Gregory D. Brown Department of Finance, Economics & Accounting and the College of Business & Industry.

The Financial Management Association (FMA), a student organization within the Gregory D. Brown Department of Finance, Economics & Accounting, recently welcomed alumnus Cary Guffey, Certified Financial Planner with PNC Investment Co LLC in Birmingham, back to campus for a guest presentation in the Regions Finance Lab at Merrill Hall.

During the presentation, Mr. Guffey spoke with students and faculty about portfolio development and investment strategy, highlighting the role of the Student Managed Investment Fund (SMIF) in providing hands-on investment experience. Established in 2011 by former finance faculty member Gene Padgham, SMIF allows students to apply classroom finance instruction through experiential learning.

Mr. Guffey earned his MBA from Jax State and currently serves on the JSU College of Business & Industry Board of Advisors.

The event was hosted by FMA and presented as part of the FEA Executive Exchange Series and the Glenn Huie Guest Lecture Series.

We are grateful to Mr. Guffey for returning to campus to share his professional experience and perspective with our students. His continued engagement with Jax State and willingness to invest time in the next generation of finance professionals are truly appreciated.

🥤 The Coca-Cola Experience: From Classroom to Corporate

Students at Jax State’s College of Business & Industry spent the day learning from leaders representing The Coca-Cola Company and Coca-Cola Bottling Company United.

From branding and marketing to supply chain operations, students gained insight into how one of the world’s most recognizable brands operates.

Members of Beta Alpha Psi, Jax State’s accounting and finance student organization, were also in attendance, engaging with speakers and gaining valuable insights that connect classroom learning with real-world business.

Plus…Coke floats and Coca-Cola swag made the day even better.

A special thank you to the College-to-Career staff for their work coordinating and supporting this event and helping connect Jax State students with industry leaders.

Experiences like this help bring business education to life and prepare our students for careers beyond the classroom.

📣 New Date Confirmed

Due to a schedule adjustment, the Cary Guffey guest speaker event has been moved to April 16 at 3:00 PM in the Regions Finance Lab (on the first floor of Merrill Hall).

The Financial Management Association (FMA), in partnership with the Glenn Huie Eminent Scholar Speaker Series, will host Cary Guffey, Certified Financial Planner with PNC Investments and Jax State alumnus.

📅 April 16
⏰ 3:00 PM
📍 Regions Finance Lab, Merrill Hall

Topics include:
• Student Managed Investment Fund (SMIF)
• Portfolio Strategy
• Retirement Planning

Hosted by the Gregory D. Brown Department of Finance, Economics & Accounting as part of the FEA Executive Exchange Series.

Real Money. Real Markets. Real Experience.

🥤 Free Coke Floats + Coca-Cola Swag + Real Business Insights? Yes, please.

Join us for The Coca-Cola Experience: From Classroom to Corporate, a one-day event featuring leaders from The Coca-Cola Company and Coca-Cola Bottling Company United.

Learn how one of the world’s most iconic brands operates - from branding and marketing to operations and supply chain.

📅 Thursday, April 9
⏰ 10 AM – 3 PM (Registration at 9:30 AM)
📍 Merrill Hall Auditorium

✨ Bonus:
🥤 Coke Floats during lunch
🛍 Coke Swag Bags at the end of the day

📌 Registration is still open!
👉 Register now - link in the comments.

CBI is loving the new Jax State signs around campus, especially this one outside Merrill Hall, which is already becoming a great spot for photos.

Our Beta Alpha Psi students from the Gregory D. Brown Department of Finance, Economics & Accounting took a moment to stop by and capture a group photo while showing their Gamecock pride.