/business/news/Recent posts from Newsen-usSat, 04 Apr 2026 05:38:20 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/business/news/2026/04-02-25under25-honorees-announced-usf-muma-college-of-business.aspxThis year's class is made up of first-generation college students, dual-degree seekers with perfect 4.0 GPAs, multilingual immigrants with a heart for community service, and founders on their way to becoming tomorrow’s CEOs.Elizabeth L. BrownThu, 02 Apr 2026 09:42:07 USF Muma College of Business announces 25 Under 25 Award honoreesThis year's class is made up of first-generation college students, dual-degree seekers with perfect 4.0 GPAs, multilingual immigrants with a heart for community service, and founders on their way to becoming tomorrow’s CEOs.25 under 25 honorees/business/news/2026/04-02-25under25-honorees-announced-usf-muma-college-of-business.aspxBusiness News,Honors and AwardsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance,Lynn Pippenger School of Accountancy,School of Hospitality and Sport Management,School of Information Systems,School of Management,School of Marketing and Innovation,School of Risk Management and Insurance/business/news/2026/03-26-mateo-spotlight.aspxAt Muma, he found more than just coursework; he found an environment designed to mirror the expectations of the professional world.Sofia Garcia VargasThu, 26 Mar 2026 11:47:27 How Mateo Racini Serje turned data into opportunity at Goldman SachsAt Muma, he found more than just coursework; he found an environment designed to mirror the expectations of the professional world.Mateo Racini Serje/business/news/2026/03-26-mateo-spotlight.aspxBusiness News,SpotlightsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Financehttps://crowsneststpete.com/2026/03/11/usf-bot-to-terminate-four-degree-programs-and-add-two/The BOT committee presented the Muma College of Business’s proposal for a bachelor’s degree in fintech, or financial technology, to be implemented this fall. The master’s fintech program was introduced in fall 2025.External ArticleWed, 11 Mar 2026 00:11:48 USF BOT to add two degree programs, including a bachelor's in fintech - The Crow's NestThe BOT committee presented the Muma College of Business’s proposal for a bachelor’s degree in fintech, or financial technology, to be implemented this fall. The master’s fintech program was introduced in fall 2025.����TVhttps://crowsneststpete.com/2026/03/11/usf-bot-to-terminate-four-degree-programs-and-add-two/Research and InnovationFintech,Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Financehttps://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/news/2026/03/09/major-usf-donor-and-finance-trailblazer-has-died.htmlLynn Pippenger, 87, served as CFO of Raymond James Financial before retiring in 2012. She gave a $10 million gift in 2015 for the naming of the Lynn Pippenger School of Accountancy and $5 million for the naming of the Lynn Pippenger Hall at the university’s St. Petersburg campus.External ArticleMon, 09 Mar 2026 10:28:12 Lynn Pippenger, former Raymond James CFO and major USF donor, has died - TBBJLynn Pippenger, 87, served as CFO of Raymond James Financial before retiring in 2012. She gave a $10 million gift in 2015 for the naming of the Lynn Pippenger School of Accountancy and $5 million for the naming of the Lynn Pippenger Hall at the university’s St. Petersburg campus.lynn pippengerhttps://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/news/2026/03/09/major-usf-donor-and-finance-trailblazer-has-died.htmlEntrepreneurshipKate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance,Lynn Pippenger School of Accountancy/news/2026/remembering-lynn-pippenger.aspxUSF president Moez Limayem remembers Lynn Pippenger, a remarkable leader, generous philanthropist and dear friend of the ����TV.External ArticleSun, 08 Mar 2026 10:19:11 Remembering Lynn Pippenger - USF NewsUSF president Moez Limayem remembers Lynn Pippenger, a remarkable leader, generous philanthropist and dear friend of the ����TV.lynn pippenger/news/2026/remembering-lynn-pippenger.aspxBusiness NewsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance,Lynn Pippenger School of Accountancy/news/2026/usfs-70-years-of-shaping-tampa-bays-economy-and-workforce.aspxUSF’s 70th anniversary underscores how deeply the university fuels Tampa Bay’s growth, generating nearly $7 billion in annual economic impact and serving as a powerful talent pipeline for companies.External ArticleTue, 03 Mar 2026 11:20:58 USF’s 70 years of shaping Tampa Bay’s economy and workforce - USF NewsUSF’s 70th anniversary underscores how deeply the university fuels Tampa Bay’s growth, generating nearly $7 billion in annual economic impact and serving as a powerful talent pipeline for companies.downtown tampa/news/2026/usfs-70-years-of-shaping-tampa-bays-economy-and-workforce.aspxBusiness NewsBellini Center for Talent Development,Fintech,Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance,Lynn Pippenger School of Accountancy,School of Information Systems,School of Risk Management and Insurancehttps://www.tampabay.com/sponsored/2026/02/27/tampa-bay-fintech-tampa-crypto-hub-florida-fintech-growth-tampa-bay-tech-jobs-florida-cryptocurrency-industry-tampa-blockchain-companies-fintech-accelerator-tampa-tampa-tech-ecosystem/Fintech and crypto companies, including platforms operating in the crypto entertainment space, decentralized finance, stablecoin infrastructure and blockchain payments, now represent a fast-expanding piece of the regional economy.External ArticleFri, 27 Feb 2026 00:20:36 How Tampa Bay became Florida’s fastest-growing fintech and crypto hub in 2026 - Tampa Bay TimesFintech and crypto companies, including platforms operating in the crypto entertainment space, decentralized finance, stablecoin infrastructure and blockchain payments, now represent a fast-expanding piece of the regional economy.crypto hub bitcoinhttps://www.tampabay.com/sponsored/2026/02/27/tampa-bay-fintech-tampa-crypto-hub-florida-fintech-growth-tampa-bay-tech-jobs-florida-cryptocurrency-industry-tampa-blockchain-companies-fintech-accelerator-tampa-tampa-tech-ecosystem/Research and InnovationFintech,Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance,School of Information Systemshttps://www.sarasotamanatee.usf.edu/news/2026/bloomberg_lab_hosts_local_students.aspxMore than 80 students from seven local high schools attended Wall Street Trading with Bloomberg Day on the USF Sarasota-Manatee campus.External ArticleThu, 19 Feb 2026 13:29:59 USF Sarasota-Manatee's Bloomberg Lab hosted local high school students to prepare them for careers on Wall Street - USF Sarasota-ManateeMore than 80 students from seven local high schools attended Wall Street Trading with Bloomberg Day on the USF Sarasota-Manatee campus.Bloomberg Dayhttps://www.sarasotamanatee.usf.edu/news/2026/bloomberg_lab_hosts_local_students.aspxBusiness NewsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Financehttps://www.usforacle.com/2026/02/12/usf-valentines-day-couples-love-stories/In honor of Valentine’s Day, some married USF professors, faculty members and university leaders shared how they found love alongside their academic careers.External ArticleThu, 12 Feb 2026 15:28:00 Valentine’s Day at USF: Married couples share their love stories - OracleIn honor of Valentine’s Day, some married USF professors, faculty members and university leaders shared how they found love alongside their academic careers.Valentine's Dayhttps://www.usforacle.com/2026/02/12/usf-valentines-day-couples-love-stories/EventsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance,School of Management/business/news/2026/02-11-personal-financial-planning-case-competition.aspxThe competition, part of the 2026 Future Advisors Conference, gave personal financial planning students an opportunity to apply both technical and client‑facing skills in a realistic advisory setting.Elizabeth L. BrownWed, 11 Feb 2026 10:28:33 USF students place second in financial planning case competitionThe competition, part of the 2026 Future Advisors Conference, gave personal financial planning students an opportunity to apply both technical and client‑facing skills in a realistic advisory setting.personal financial planning conference/business/news/2026/02-11-personal-financial-planning-case-competition.aspxHonors and AwardsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Financehttps://www.fox13news.com/sports/sports-betting-multibillion-dollar-industry-legalization-floridaIn Florida, legal betting is limited to Hard Rock's app, while illegal betting likely far exceeds legal wagers. Experts warn gambling addiction and risky betting habits are major concerns.External ArticleSun, 08 Feb 2026 14:37:50 Sports betting explodes into multibillion-dollar industry since legalization - Fox-13In Florida, legal betting is limited to Hard Rock's app, while illegal betting likely far exceeds legal wagers. Experts warn gambling addiction and risky betting habits are major concerns.sports bettinghttps://www.fox13news.com/sports/sports-betting-multibillion-dollar-industry-legalization-floridaResearch and InnovationKate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance/business/news/2026/01-28-muma-students-share-how-usf-broadened-their-horizons-70th-anniversary.aspxAs the university celebrates its 70th anniversary, students like Trent Carter, Rosa Nafrere and Anneliese Cotroneo represent how the opportunities at USF have fueled their next chapters.Isabela GilbertiMon, 02 Feb 2026 00:34:19 Bleeding green, gold and bold: Muma students share how USF broadened their horizonsAs the university celebrates its 70th anniversary, students like Trent Carter, Rosa Nafrere and Anneliese Cotroneo represent how the opportunities at USF have fueled their next chapters.Anneliese Cotroneo Trent Carter and Rosa Nafrere/business/news/2026/01-28-muma-students-share-how-usf-broadened-their-horizons-70th-anniversary.aspxBusiness News,SpotlightsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance,School of Information Systems,School of Marketing and Innovationhttps://www.usforacle.com/2026/01/27/usf-alumnus-donation-expands-real-estate/USF will launch a Master of Science in Real Estate in fall 2027 to prepare students for careers across the real estate industry — from development to investment and property management.External ArticleTue, 27 Jan 2026 00:38:20 USF expands real estate education with $1.25M gift - The OracleUSF will launch a Master of Science in Real Estate in fall 2027 to prepare students for careers across the real estate industry — from development to investment and property management.Muma College of Business building exteriorhttps://www.usforacle.com/2026/01/27/usf-alumnus-donation-expands-real-estate/Research and InnovationKate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance,Real Estatehttps://stpetecatalyst.com/zaps/usf-real-estate-program-receives-1-25-million-gift/Alumnus Jeffery Hills, president of Tampa-based Eisenhower Property Group, recently donated $1.25 million to ����TV burgeoning real estate program. His gift will support a proposed Master of Science in Real Estate program that could launch in the fall of 2027.External ArticleThu, 18 Dec 2025 16:40:09 USF real estate program receives $1.25 million gift - St. Pete CatalystAlumnus Jeffery Hills, president of Tampa-based Eisenhower Property Group, recently donated $1.25 million to ����TV burgeoning real estate program. His gift will support a proposed Master of Science in Real Estate program that could launch in the fall of 2027.Randy Anderson, Jeffery Hills and Dave Blackwellhttps://stpetecatalyst.com/zaps/usf-real-estate-program-receives-1-25-million-gift/Business NewsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance,Real Estatehttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/real-estate-program-booms-visionary-leader-and-generous-donor����TV growing real estate program has attracted donor support from alumnus Jeffery Hills, president of the Eisenhower Property Group in Tampa, who recently made a generous $1.25 million gift to support and grow the program.External ArticleWed, 17 Dec 2025 16:33:05 Real estate program booms with visionary leader — and generous donor - USF Foundation����TV growing real estate program has attracted donor support from alumnus Jeffery Hills, president of the Eisenhower Property Group in Tampa, who recently made a generous $1.25 million gift to support and grow the program.Randy Anderson, Jeffery Hills and Dave Blackwellhttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/real-estate-program-booms-visionary-leader-and-generous-donorBusiness NewsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance,Real Estatehttps://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/news/2025/12/17/tampa-developer-gifts-125m-to-usf.htmlThe ����TV is preparing to launch a new real estate master’s program following a $1.25 million gift from Jeffery Hills, president of Tampa-based Eisenhower Property Group.External ArticleWed, 17 Dec 2025 16:09:17 Tampa developer gives $1.25M to USF for real estate program - TBBJThe ����TV is preparing to launch a new real estate master’s program following a $1.25 million gift from Jeffery Hills, president of Tampa-based Eisenhower Property Group.usf entrance signhttps://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/news/2025/12/17/tampa-developer-gifts-125m-to-usf.htmlBusiness NewsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance,Real Estatehttps://tbbwmag.com/2025/12/17/usf-real-estate-program-1-25m-gift/Alumnus Jeffery Hills, president of Tampa-based Eisenhower Property Group, made a $1.25 million gift to support faculty hiring and curriculum development , including the planned master's real estate program.External ArticleWed, 17 Dec 2025 16:01:27 USF real estate program accelerates with $1.25M gift - TBBWAlumnus Jeffery Hills, president of Tampa-based Eisenhower Property Group, made a $1.25 million gift to support faculty hiring and curriculum development , including the planned master's real estate program.usf entrance signhttps://tbbwmag.com/2025/12/17/usf-real-estate-program-1-25m-gift/Business NewsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance,Real Estate/news/2025/usf-commencement-spotlights-four-visionary-leaders-advancing-innovation-and-growth.aspxUSF honored four remarkable individuals whose contributions have elevated the university and the broader community. Among the honorees were Muma alumna Dr. Mayumi Yamamoto, who received the Global Leadership Award, and Arnie Bellini, who received the President's Fellow Medallion.External ArticleMon, 15 Dec 2025 16:21:37 USF commencement spotlights four visionary leaders advancing innovation and growth - USF NewsUSF honored four remarkable individuals whose contributions have elevated the university and the broader community. Among the honorees were Muma alumna Dr. Mayumi Yamamoto, who received the Global Leadership Award, and Arnie Bellini, who received the President's Fellow Medallion.Arnie Bellini/news/2025/usf-commencement-spotlights-four-visionary-leaders-advancing-innovation-and-growth.aspxBusiness News,Honors and AwardsArtificial Intelligence,Bellini Center for Talent Development,Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance/business/news/2025/12-10-bloomberg-trading-challenge-usf.aspxThe USF Bulls 2025 team finished No. 69 among 2,700 teams representing 400 universities across 50 countries. The challenge gives each team a virtual $1 million portfolio to invest.Elizabeth L. BrownSun, 07 Dec 2025 15:47:19 USF students finish in top 3% at 2025 Bloomberg Global Trading ChallengeThe USF Bulls 2025 team finished No. 69 among 2,700 teams representing 400 universities across 50 countries. The challenge gives each team a virtual $1 million portfolio to invest.bloomberg trading challenge/business/news/2025/12-10-bloomberg-trading-challenge-usf.aspxBusiness NewsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Financehttps://tbbwmag.com/2025/11/25/usf-real-estate-masters-program-2027/The ����TV’s Muma College of Business is expanding its real estate offerings with new graduate concentrations and a proposed Master of Science in Real Estate that could start in fall 2027.External ArticleTue, 25 Nov 2025 15:06:24 USF eyes 2027 launch for new real estate master’s program - Tampa Bay Business & WealthThe ����TV’s Muma College of Business is expanding its real estate offerings with new graduate concentrations and a proposed Master of Science in Real Estate that could start in fall 2027.USF Street signhttps://tbbwmag.com/2025/11/25/usf-real-estate-masters-program-2027/Business NewsExternal News,Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance,Real Estatehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gSKwh7twIRcTravelers are using vacation itineraries generated by artificial intelligence chatbots.External ArticleTue, 25 Nov 2025 15:00:04 Travelers can plan their vacations using AI - YouTubeTravelers are using vacation itineraries generated by artificial intelligence chatbots.Video thumbnail of person dragging suitcase with wheelshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gSKwh7twIRcBusiness NewsExternal News,Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance,Real Estatehttps://www.heraldtribune.com/story/business/finance/2025/11/24/how-ai-helps-health-care-fraudsters-and-investigators/82633019007/The U.S. health care system is a major target for fraud. AI can both worsen fraud through sophisticated scams and help combat it by detecting suspicious patterns.External ArticleTue, 25 Nov 2025 14:22:37 How AI is changing the fight against health care fraud - Herald-TribuneThe U.S. health care system is a major target for fraud. AI can both worsen fraud through sophisticated scams and help combat it by detecting suspicious patterns.����TV: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.heraldtribune.com/story/business/finance/2025/11/24/how-ai-helps-health-care-fraudsters-and-investigators/82633019007/Business NewsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Financehttps://www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/11/19/what-florida-homebuyers-should-know-about-trumps-50-year-mortgage-plan/Lei Wedge, an associate professor in the Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance, shares her real estate insights with the Orlando Sentinel.External ArticleWed, 19 Nov 2025 16:04:18 What Florida homebuyers should know about Trump's 50-year mortgage plan - Orlando SentinelLei Wedge, an associate professor in the Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance, shares her real estate insights with the Orlando Sentinel.house for salehttps://www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/11/19/what-florida-homebuyers-should-know-about-trumps-50-year-mortgage-plan/Business News,Research and InnovationKate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance,Real Estate/business/news/2025/11-12-25-becca-brown.aspxBecca Brown, CEO of the Tampa Bay Innovation Center and co-founder of Solemates, shared that authenticity is always going to rule supreme when building a business.Isabela Gilberti and Alexis WalshThu, 13 Nov 2025 15:11:08 ‘Shark Tank’ entrepreneur speaks at USF St. Petersburg about startup journeyBecca Brown, CEO of the Tampa Bay Innovation Center and co-founder of Solemates, shared that authenticity is always going to rule supreme when building a business.Becca Brown and Allen Clary/business/news/2025/11-12-25-becca-brown.aspxBusiness News,Entrepreneurship,EventsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance,School of Management/business/news/2025/11-5-usf-grow-financial-announce-financial-literacy-planning-clinic.aspxThrough this partnership, Grow Financial plans to commit up to $1.8 million to the clinic over the next four years, and its team members will actively participate in the clinic’s activities.Sofia Garcia VargasWed, 05 Nov 2025 14:47:48 USF and Grow Financial partner to create new clinic to empower financial literacyThrough this partnership, Grow Financial plans to commit up to $1.8 million to the clinic over the next four years, and its team members will actively participate in the clinic’s activities.coin stacks with plants sprouting on top/business/news/2025/11-5-usf-grow-financial-announce-financial-literacy-planning-clinic.aspxBusiness NewsGrow Financial Literacy & Planning Clinic,Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance/world/news/2025/genspiration-foundation-edc-internship-tampa-bay.aspxFinance major Diego Pardo and business analytics and information systems major Emma Scuderi are each working on initiatives that directly connect to their academic and career goals.External ArticleWed, 15 Oct 2025 14:49:39 USF students gain hands-on experience through Genspiration Foundation and Tampa Bay EDC Internship - USF WorldFinance major Diego Pardo and business analytics and information systems major Emma Scuderi are each working on initiatives that directly connect to their academic and career goals.USF interns at the Tampa Bay Economic Development Council/world/news/2025/genspiration-foundation-edc-internship-tampa-bay.aspxBusiness News,Honors and AwardsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance,School of Information Systemshttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/statup-founders-pitch-their-fintech-solutions-to-close-out-accelerator-program.aspxThe pitch event was part of the fourth FinTech|X Accelerator program, a partnership between the USF Muma College of Business and Tampa Bay Wave, that assists high-potential startups through mentoring, pitch coaching and investor introductions.External ArticleMon, 29 Sep 2025 16:53:12 Startup founders pitch their fintech solutions to close out Accelerator program - USF St. PetersburgThe pitch event was part of the fourth FinTech|X Accelerator program, a partnership between the USF Muma College of Business and Tampa Bay Wave, that assists high-potential startups through mentoring, pitch coaching and investor introductions.pitch night for fintech X acceleratorhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/statup-founders-pitch-their-fintech-solutions-to-close-out-accelerator-program.aspxBusiness NewsFintech,Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Financehttps://www.ourweekly.com/2025/09/24/best-real-estate-and-housing-markets-in-the-u-s/Martina Schmidt, a professor at USF St. Petersburg, says inflation has impacted housing prices and since COVID, inflation has driven up construction costs and increased interest rates, making home ownership less affordable.External ArticleThu, 25 Sep 2025 14:25:29 Best real estate and housing markets in the U.S. - Our WeeklyMartina Schmidt, a professor at USF St. Petersburg, says inflation has impacted housing prices and since COVID, inflation has driven up construction costs and increased interest rates, making home ownership less affordable.househttps://www.ourweekly.com/2025/09/24/best-real-estate-and-housing-markets-in-the-u-s/Research and InnovationKate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance,Real Estatehttps://www.tbnweekly.com/st_petersburg/article_85450d4e-92cf-456d-be1f-af7d0c3aa5a2.htmlThe new Center for Executive and Leadership Education will offer national-caliber leadership training to corporate leaders and executives in the Tampa Bay region and fill a regional need for high-level leadership education and custom corporate training programs.External ArticleThu, 25 Sep 2025 14:12:13 USF plans executive leadership center - TBN WeeklyThe new Center for Executive and Leadership Education will offer national-caliber leadership training to corporate leaders and executives in the Tampa Bay region and fill a regional need for high-level leadership education and custom corporate training programs.center for executive and leadership education launch eventhttps://www.tbnweekly.com/st_petersburg/article_85450d4e-92cf-456d-be1f-af7d0c3aa5a2.htmlEventsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Financehttps://stpetecatalyst.com/usf-st-pete-launches-executive-leadership-center/USF’s Muma College of Business celebrated the Center for Executive and Leadership Education’s launch. The school is now partnering with organizations to provide a world-class curriculum that reflects current corporate challenges and opportunities.External ArticleFri, 19 Sep 2025 17:42:35 USF St. Pete launches executive leadership center - St. Pete CatalystUSF’s Muma College of Business celebrated the Center for Executive and Leadership Education’s launch. The school is now partnering with organizations to provide a world-class curriculum that reflects current corporate challenges and opportunities.center for executive and leadership education launch eventhttps://stpetecatalyst.com/usf-st-pete-launches-executive-leadership-center/Business NewsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Financehttps://www.businessobserverfl.com/news/2025/sep/18/usf-launch-center-executive-leadership-education/The new center will be based on USF’s St. Petersburg campus out of the Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance, offering training courses to corporate leaders, executives and professionals looking to grow their skills and advance their careers.External ArticleThu, 18 Sep 2025 17:19:02 USF to launch new Center for Executive and Leadership Education - Business ObserverThe new center will be based on USF’s St. Petersburg campus out of the Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance, offering training courses to corporate leaders, executives and professionals looking to grow their skills and advance their careers.center for executive and leadership education launch eventhttps://www.businessobserverfl.com/news/2025/sep/18/usf-launch-center-executive-leadership-education/Business NewsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Financehttps://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/news/2025/09/18/usf-receives-3m-for-new-center-aimed-at-execs.htmlThe center will act as a “critical bridge” between businesses and academia. It will have various open enrollment programs for mid-level, senior and executive leaders in 2026.External ArticleThu, 18 Sep 2025 17:13:50 USF launches executive leadership center on St. Pete campus with $3M gift - Tampa Bay Business JournalThe center will act as a “critical bridge” between businesses and academia. It will have various open enrollment programs for mid-level, senior and executive leaders in 2026.center for executive and leadership education launch eventhttps://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/news/2025/09/18/usf-receives-3m-for-new-center-aimed-at-execs.htmlBusiness NewsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance/business/news/2025/09-18-executive-education.aspxThe new center will be based on the USF St. Petersburg campus and will offer national-caliber leadership training to corporate leaders and executives in the Tampa Bay region.Elizabeth L. BrownThu, 18 Sep 2025 16:08:33 USF launches 'bold vision' for new Center for Executive and Leadership EducationThe new center will be based on the USF St. Petersburg campus and will offer national-caliber leadership training to corporate leaders and executives in the Tampa Bay region.Center for Executive and Leadership Education launch event/business/news/2025/09-18-executive-education.aspxBusiness News,EventsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance/business/news/2025/08-20-finance-talent-pathway.aspxApplications are open to incoming freshman and sophomores who are enrolled in the Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance. The deadline to apply is Sept. 5Sofia Garcia VargasWed, 20 Aug 2025 10:48:22 USF launches Finance Talent Pathway program for aspiring student finance leadersApplications are open to incoming freshman and sophomores who are enrolled in the Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance. The deadline to apply is Sept. 5stock photo of Wall St. sign/business/news/2025/08-20-finance-talent-pathway.aspxBusiness NewsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Financehttps://www.wric.com/business/press-releases/globenewswire/9514138/tampa-bay-wave-and-usf-launch-2025-fintechx-accelerator-cohort/Now in its fourth year, the FinTech|X Accelerator has become a premier launchpad for high-potential, early-stage fintech companies. It is designed to help startups accelerate growth, attract investment and scale innovative solutions that are reshaping the future of finance.External ArticleMon, 18 Aug 2025 11:59:17 Tampa Bay Wave and USF launch 2025 FinTech|X Accelerator cohort - ABC 8 NewsNow in its fourth year, the FinTech|X Accelerator has become a premier launchpad for high-potential, early-stage fintech companies. It is designed to help startups accelerate growth, attract investment and scale innovative solutions that are reshaping the future of finance.fintech accelerator speaker on stagehttps://www.wric.com/business/press-releases/globenewswire/9514138/tampa-bay-wave-and-usf-launch-2025-fintechx-accelerator-cohort/Business NewsFintech,Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Financehttps://menafn.com/1109942853/Tampa-Bay-Wave-And-USF-Launch-2025-Fintechx-Accelerator-CohortNow in its fourth year, the FinTech|X Accelerator has become a premier launchpad for high-potential, early-stage fintech companies. It is designed to help startups accelerate growth, attract investment and scale innovative solutions that are reshaping the future of finance.External ArticleMon, 18 Aug 2025 11:55:34 Tampa Bay Wave And USF launch 2025 Fintechx Accelerator cohort - MENAFN.comNow in its fourth year, the FinTech|X Accelerator has become a premier launchpad for high-potential, early-stage fintech companies. It is designed to help startups accelerate growth, attract investment and scale innovative solutions that are reshaping the future of finance.fintech x accelerator welcome receptionhttps://menafn.com/1109942853/Tampa-Bay-Wave-And-USF-Launch-2025-Fintechx-Accelerator-CohortBusiness NewsFintech,Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Financehttps://finance.yahoo.com/news/tampa-bay-wave-usf-launch-145800240.html?guccounter=1%26guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8%26guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAIsI4KwkzAI_ti5YUgdo4mPCwgKA4ReFlteEJ3oLettJA1vPTP-CgzQOFm3csqnOjpfzhjxnhNp9VHx7YPatltF4DATAaPBQOF0dbr6obvAG6hjSTNl8wz8OUE5sWGUJxOhOn3K2Wz57lqO6RSBIh243LjA7-qK_QRZGP8rgGcQvNow in its fourth year, the FinTech|X Accelerator has become a premier launchpad for high-potential, early-stage fintech companies. It is designed to help startups accelerate growth, attract investment and scale innovative solutions that are reshaping the future of finance.External ArticleMon, 18 Aug 2025 11:50:49 Tampa Bay Wave and USF launch 2025 FinTech|X Accelerator cohort - Yahoo FinanceNow in its fourth year, the FinTech|X Accelerator has become a premier launchpad for high-potential, early-stage fintech companies. It is designed to help startups accelerate growth, attract investment and scale innovative solutions that are reshaping the future of finance.fintech x accelerator welcome receptionhttps://finance.yahoo.com/news/tampa-bay-wave-usf-launch-145800240.html?guccounter=1%26guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8%26guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAIsI4KwkzAI_ti5YUgdo4mPCwgKA4ReFlteEJ3oLettJA1vPTP-CgzQOFm3csqnOjpfzhjxnhNp9VHx7YPatltF4DATAaPBQOF0dbr6obvAG6hjSTNl8wz8OUE5sWGUJxOhOn3K2Wz57lqO6RSBIh243LjA7-qK_QRZGP8rgGcQvBusiness NewsFintech,Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Financehttps://www.kron4.com/business/press-releases/globenewswire/9514138/tampa-bay-wave-and-usf-launch-2025-fintechx-accelerator-cohort/Now in its fourth year, the FinTech|X Accelerator has become a premier launchpad for high-potential, early-stage fintech companies. It is designed to help startups accelerate growth, attract investment and scale innovative solutions that are reshaping the future of finance.External ArticleMon, 18 Aug 2025 11:44:33 Tampa Bay Wave and USF launch 2025 FinTech|X Accelerator cohort - KRON 4Now in its fourth year, the FinTech|X Accelerator has become a premier launchpad for high-potential, early-stage fintech companies. It is designed to help startups accelerate growth, attract investment and scale innovative solutions that are reshaping the future of finance.fintech accelerator welcome receptionhttps://www.kron4.com/business/press-releases/globenewswire/9514138/tampa-bay-wave-and-usf-launch-2025-fintechx-accelerator-cohort/Business NewsFintech,Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Financehttp://usf.eduhttps://www.cbs42.com/business/press-releases/globenewswire/9514138/tampa-bay-wave-and-usf-launch-2025-fintechx-accelerator-cohort/Now in its fourth year, the accelerator has become a premier launchpad for high-potential, early-stage fintech companies. It is designed to help startups accelerate growth, attract investment and scale innovative solutions that are reshaping the future of finance.External ArticleMon, 18 Aug 2025 10:10:04 Tampa Bay Wave and USF launch 2025 FinTech|X Accelerator cohort - CBS 42Now in its fourth year, the accelerator has become a premier launchpad for high-potential, early-stage fintech companies. It is designed to help startups accelerate growth, attract investment and scale innovative solutions that are reshaping the future of finance.fintech x accelerator welcome receptionhttp://usf.eduhttps://www.cbs42.com/business/press-releases/globenewswire/9514138/tampa-bay-wave-and-usf-launch-2025-fintechx-accelerator-cohort/Business NewsFintech,Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Financehttps://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/news/2025/08/14/tampa-bay-wave-fintech-cohort.htmlNow in its fourth year, alumni companies have raised over $300 million in funding and generated over $60 million in revenue. Notable graduates include New York-based Paperstack, Atlanta-based Viva Finance and St. Louis-based Ascent.External ArticleThu, 14 Aug 2025 10:29:05 Tampa Bay Wave rolls in latest class for 2025 fintech accelerator - Tampa Bay Business JournalNow in its fourth year, alumni companies have raised over $300 million in funding and generated over $60 million in revenue. Notable graduates include New York-based Paperstack, Atlanta-based Viva Finance and St. Louis-based Ascent.fintech acceleratorhttps://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/news/2025/08/14/tampa-bay-wave-fintech-cohort.htmlEntrepreneurshipFintech,Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance/business/news/2025/08-14-fintechx-cohort.aspxNow in its fourth year, the FinTech|X Accelerator has become a premier launchpad for high-potential, early-stage fintech companies. The 2025 cohort kicked off on Aug. 4 with 12 companies.Thu, 14 Aug 2025 00:25:30 USF and Tampa Bay Wave launch 2025 FinTech|X Accelerator cohortNow in its fourth year, the FinTech|X Accelerator has become a premier launchpad for high-potential, early-stage fintech companies. The 2025 cohort kicked off on Aug. 4 with 12 companies.Alex Sanchez speaks at the FinTech|X Accelerator welcome reception/business/news/2025/08-14-fintechx-cohort.aspxBusiness NewsFintech,Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Financehttps://tbbwmag.com/2025/08/01/tampa-bay-wave-usf-2025-fintechx-accelerator/The 2025 cohort will bring together a group of startups worldwide. Since its inception, the program's alumni have raised more than $300 million in funding and generated over $60 million in revenue.External ArticleFri, 01 Aug 2025 10:04:11 Tampa Bay Wave and USF team up for 2025 FinTech|X Accelerator launch - TBBWThe 2025 cohort will bring together a group of startups worldwide. Since its inception, the program's alumni have raised more than $300 million in funding and generated over $60 million in revenue.2025 FinTech|X Accelerator https://tbbwmag.com/2025/08/01/tampa-bay-wave-usf-2025-fintechx-accelerator/Business News,EntrepreneurshipFintech,Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance/business/news/2025/07-24-usf-bulls-summer-finance-camp.aspxIn its second year, the Bulls Finance Summer Camp covers topics like personal finance, investments, corporate finance and fintech through a mix of interactive lectures, collaborative projects, and industry tools.Maria AmorimThu, 24 Jul 2025 11:58:28 High schoolers explore stocks, fintech and investments at USF’s finance campIn its second year, the Bulls Finance Summer Camp covers topics like personal finance, investments, corporate finance and fintech through a mix of interactive lectures, collaborative projects, and industry tools.group picture from bulls finance summer camp/business/news/2025/07-24-usf-bulls-summer-finance-camp.aspxBusiness NewsFintech,Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Financehttps://wallethub.com/edu/best-cities-for-renters/23010#expert=Lei_WedgeWalletHub’s ranking of the best cities for renters features expert insights from Lei Wedge, an associate professor at USF. She offers practical tips on finding value in rentals and warns against common mistakes like overlooking hidden costs and lease terms.External ArticleTue, 08 Jul 2025 16:46:55 Best and worst places to rent in America (2025) - WalletHubWalletHub’s ranking of the best cities for renters features expert insights from Lei Wedge, an associate professor at USF. She offers practical tips on finding value in rentals and warns against common mistakes like overlooking hidden costs and lease terms.Wallethub: Home for Rent https://wallethub.com/edu/best-cities-for-renters/23010#expert=Lei_WedgeResearch and InnovationKate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance,Real Estatehttps://www.tampabay.com/news/real-estate/2025/06/26/should-i-sell-home-tampa-bay-real-estate-advice/A spike in demand during the COVID-19 pandemic gave sellers the upper hand in Tampa Bay's real estate market. Lei Wedge, an associate professor of finance at USF, offered expert insight in the local housing market.External ArticleThu, 26 Jun 2025 13:56:23 Selling your Tampa Bay home? What to expect as the market cools down - Tampa Bay TimesA spike in demand during the COVID-19 pandemic gave sellers the upper hand in Tampa Bay's real estate market. Lei Wedge, an associate professor of finance at USF, offered expert insight in the local housing market.A for sale sign is seen in front of a home along Sixth Avenue North in the Kenwood area in 2020 in St. Petersburg. [ CHRIS URSO | Times ]https://www.tampabay.com/news/real-estate/2025/06/26/should-i-sell-home-tampa-bay-real-estate-advice/Business NewsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance,Real Estatehttps://usfalumni.org/stay-connected/new-usf-magazine-25/Transforming-Music-City-one-story-at-a-timeUSF alumnus Tony Giarratana (Finance, ’80) has breathed new life into downtown Nashville's cityscape. Since establishing Giarratana, LLC in 1986, he has played a significant role in making Music City what it is today.External ArticleFri, 13 Jun 2025 17:01:52 Transforming Music City one story at a time - USF Alumni AssociationUSF alumnus Tony Giarratana (Finance, ’80) has breathed new life into downtown Nashville's cityscape. Since establishing Giarratana, LLC in 1986, he has played a significant role in making Music City what it is today.Tony Giarratana https://usfalumni.org/stay-connected/new-usf-magazine-25/Transforming-Music-City-one-story-at-a-timeSpotlightsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Financehttps://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/cricket/the-tiger-woods-of-india-will-compete-for-usf-one-last-time/ar-AA1Fik9HWhile Shubham Jaglan knows he's not escaping the "India's Tiger Woods" moniker any time soon, this week he simply wants to be known as a USF senior as he plays for the Bulls for the final time.External ArticleThu, 22 May 2025 11:53:18 The 'Tiger Woods of India' will compete for USF one last time - MSNWhile Shubham Jaglan knows he's not escaping the "India's Tiger Woods" moniker any time soon, this week he simply wants to be known as a USF senior as he plays for the Bulls for the final time.Shubham Jaglanhttps://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/cricket/the-tiger-woods-of-india-will-compete-for-usf-one-last-time/ar-AA1Fik9HBusiness NewsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Financehttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/how-the-fintech-x-accelerator-is-reshaping-the-future-of-finance-technology-in-tampa-bay.aspxApproaching its fourth year, the Fintech|X Accelerator has drawn startup founders from across the United States and around the world who have gone on to generate millions in revenue while creating hundreds of jobs.External ArticleTue, 20 May 2025 11:07:41 How the FinTech|X Accelerator is reshaping the future of finance and technology in Tampa Bay - USF St. PetersburgApproaching its fourth year, the Fintech|X Accelerator has drawn startup founders from across the United States and around the world who have gone on to generate millions in revenue while creating hundreds of jobs.fintech accelerator speaker on stagehttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/how-the-fintech-x-accelerator-is-reshaping-the-future-of-finance-technology-in-tampa-bay.aspxBusiness NewsFintech,Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance/business/news/2025/05-05-founders-finance-deans-advisory-board-honorees.aspxCynthia Tang and Juliana Camargo Torres were named 2025 honorees. The award recognizes exceptional scholars and leaders within the Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance.Elizabeth L. BrownTue, 06 May 2025 15:46:52 Founders in Finance: Two students named Dean’s Advisory Board Leadership Award recipientsCynthia Tang and Juliana Camargo Torres were named 2025 honorees. The award recognizes exceptional scholars and leaders within the Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance.image of dean's advisory board leadership award winners/business/news/2025/05-05-founders-finance-deans-advisory-board-honorees.aspxBusiness News,Entrepreneurship,Honors and AwardsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Financehttps://crowsneststpete.com/2025/04/14/demystifying-investing-usf-finance-students-share-insights-for-young-professionals/USF’s Investment Club offers an additional opportunity for students to develop their investment acumen, with several divisions dedicated to different functions related to investing and finance.External ArticleMon, 14 Apr 2025 14:44:46 Demystifying ​investing​: USF finance students share insights for young professionals - The Crow's NestUSF’s Investment Club offers an additional opportunity for students to develop their investment acumen, with several divisions dedicated to different functions related to investing and finance.investment club meeting with dean blackwellhttps://crowsneststpete.com/2025/04/14/demystifying-investing-usf-finance-students-share-insights-for-young-professionals/EntrepreneurshipKate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance