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Past cases have challenged participants to tackle pressing issues such as pay equity, financial inclusion and systemic inequities. Through collaboration and creative problem-solving, students explore real-world scenarios, crafting actionable strategies that highlight the transformative power of ethical business practices. In partnership with stakeholders, the community-based research and proposals made by students are available to case competition sponsors for their potential use. Participants gain invaluable opportunities to build robust professional networks by engaging with industry leaders, judges and peers from diverse backgrounds. 

  • A diverse panel of judges watches and listens attentively to student presentations

    2024 Case: Health Equity

    Students examined the rise of private equity in health care and its role in addressing health equity.

  • An young woman in a red business sport coat presents her proposal in front of an audience

    2023 Case: Financial Inclusion

    Students examined access to and quality of financial services in underserved markets and proposed business solutions to financial exclusion.

  • A team of four male students dressed in business professional suits present their business proposal

    2022 Case: Wealth Gap

    Students examined the disproportionate impact of socioeconomic challenges on communities across Indiana and proposed business solutions to the wealth gap.