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2025 Case: Child Care

Case Overview

In the 2025 DEI Grow the Good in Business™ Case Competition, students will tackle the critical question of how businesses can play a role in reducing barriers to high-quality child care. Access to affordable and high-quality child care is a persistent challenge, disproportionately affecting single parents, women and lower-income families. Inclusive workplaces understand the importance of supporting the wide-ranging needs of employees, including family responsibilities, and recognize that child care support not only enhances accessibility but also makes workplaces more attractive to a broad range of talent. Moreover, robust child care policies are essential for ensuring that caregivers have an equal opportunity to thrive professionally. Through this year's case competition, students will explore how thoughtful business strategies can drive meaningful change in this space, making a positive impact on families, workplaces and communities.

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Winning Teams - Graduate

1st place

Impact Innovators | Quentin Autry (MNA), Karina Gaskins (MNA), Liliana Lomeli (MNA), Anna Silvidi (MNA)

2nd place

MSM Team | Megan Deuel (MSM), Jack Ferletic (MSM), Robin Lu (MSM), Zach Riordan (MSM)

3rd place

Gold Standard | Amber Clarke (Global EMBA), Kelly Griffin (Global EMBA), Sibeko Jywanza (Global EMBA), Chris Morehead (Global EMBA)

Winning Teams – Undergraduate

1st place

K&K | Kendelle Hung-Ino (Business Analytics, Impact Consulting), Kate Shaw (Global Affairs, Peace Studies)

2nd place

HERmony | Jay Calderon Monterroso (Economics, Latino Studies), Angela Calva (Strategic Management, Latino Studies), Karina Villarreal (Architecture, Real Estate)

3rd place

Golden Standard | Caleb Chumley (Finance, Accounting), Christian Gabriel El Azar (Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering)

Speakers

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Final Round Judging Panel

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Platinum Sponsors

Platinum Sponsors are lead partners of the competition, receiving premier recognition through a keynote speaking opportunity. Platinum Sponsors gain access to top talent through exclusive networking events, fostering meaningful connections with students and industry leaders. Additionally, they also have a seat on the judging panel, allowing them to engage with and evaluate innovative solutions.

Diamond Sponsors

Diamond Sponsors are key partners of the competition, receiving prominent recognition and exclusive access to top talent through exclusive networking events, fostering meaningful connections with students and industry leaders. Additionally, they have a seat on the judging panel, allowing them to engage with and evaluate innovative solutions.

Gold Sponsors

Gold Sponsors are valued partners of the competition, gaining recognition and access to top talent through an exclusive networking event, where they can connect with students and industry professionals. Additionally, they have a seat on the judging panel, allowing them to engage with and evaluate innovative solutions.

Strategic Partners

Strategic Partners play a vital role in shaping the competition and helping enhance the overall experience for participants. As thought partners, Strategic Partners will be actively involved in preparing students to compete, ensuring they gain valuable skills and directly contributing to the competition’s success. Additionally, they have a seat on the judging panel, allowing them to engage with and evaluate innovative solutions.