The STEM CEO Challenge
Black SONs & The Morgan State University School of Business and Management
Presents
The STEM CEO Challenge
The STEM CEO Challenge is a unique experience that brings participants to the intersection of Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) and business. At present, 7 out of the 10 largest companies are STEM (tech) companies. This ratio is projected to continue and expand for the foreseeable future. Therefore, not only is it important for future leaders to understand the world of STEM, but it is also equally important that they understand the world of business. This event will introduce students to commercial real estate. Commercial real estate is widely recognized as a critical element of business.
Participants will step into the role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Amazon and lead the company to new heights by making a consequential commercial real estate decision! Participants will have the opportunity to tour the Morgan State University Earl G Graves School of Business and Management, learn about the role of a tech company CEO, and learn foundational principles of commercial real estate before completing a fun and engaging team commercial real estate challenge with the opportunity for a cash prize. Participants will also have the opportunity to interact with Morgan State School of Business and Management students and professors, as well as distinguished real estate professionals.
Cash Prizes:
1st place team: $500
2nd place team: $400
3rd place team: $300
Max 4 people per team. Team assignments will be made at the event
Pre-STEM CEO Challenge Research Recommendations:
It is recommended that participants conduct research on the Amazon business model prior to the event. Doing so will increase the participants odds of success during the cash challenge.
Participants should research:
- What makes Amazon a distinguished tech company?
- Factors that Amazon considers when selecting warehouse distribution facilities
Registration Details:
- Eligible Participants: High school students
- Nonrefundable $5 fee per participant
- Chaperones/parents, and general spectators are allowed, but not required to attend. All chaperones and spectators must register and check in at the event
- Breakfast and lunch included for participants
- Participant t-shirts will be distributed at check in and are required to be worn during the event. Please provide t-shirt size at check out
About Black SONs:
Black Success Oriented Networks (Black SONs) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to improving math and science proficiency, STEM exposure and education, and STEM workforce representation within underrepresented communities.
Learn more about Black SONs by visiting:
www.blacksuccessnetworks.org
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