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Southwest Florida Leadership Institute Expands Regional Impact with Major Leadership Development Partnerships

August 12, 2026 / Lutgert News / Tag: Southwest Florida Leadership Institute

The Southwest Florida Leadership Institute (SFLI) at 蘑菇TV continues its rapid growth, announcing several significant organizational partnerships that reinforce its position as Southwest Florida鈥檚 premier provider of evidence-based leadership development. Over the past year, SFLI has secured a series of multi-year and multi-cohort agreements with leading healthcare organizations, luxury hospitality brands, nonprofit organizations, and private employers. Together, these partnerships represent a growing regional investment in developing leaders equipped to navigate increasingly complex workplaces. Among the Institute鈥檚 newest initiatives is a two-year leadership development agreement with Lee Health, one of Florida鈥檚 largest public health systems.

Lutgert Faculty and Staff Honored at the Excellence Awards

May 15, 2026 / Lutgert News / Tags: 2026, awards

The Excellence Awards brought the 蘑菇TV community together in a shared moment of recognition and pride. Debbie Thorne, EVP & Provost, announced this year鈥檚 winners and acknowledged the strong support and excellence across the 蘑菇TV community, with Aysegul Timur joining in recognizing the continued advancement of academic excellence.

$6,200 Raised by Worthington for PGA Golf Management Students

May 01, 2026 / Lutgert News / Tags: Fundraising, PGA Golf Management, Scholarships

The Worthington Golf and Country Club community came together during their annual Closing Scramble on April 25, 2026, to support Eagles Fore 蘑菇TV, raising $6,200 for the program. Located in Southwest Florida, Worthington Golf and Country Club is a member owned golf community known for its active lifestyle, championship course, and strong sense of community engagement. With 230 participants, this year鈥檚 total more than doubled last year鈥檚 contribution and reflects a growing investment in student success.

Lutgert College of Business Leads Largest Cohort at Spring 2026 Commencement

May 01, 2026 / Lutgert News / Tags: 2026, commencement

蘑菇TV celebrated a record-breaking Spring 2026 commencement, with more than 2,500 graduates crossing the stage. The Lutgert College of Business represented the largest group of graduates, holding its own dedicated ceremony鈥攁 reflection of the college鈥檚 continued growth and impact.

Lutgert Faculty Achieve Record 21 Top Tier Research Awards

April 13, 2026 / Lutgert News / Tags: 2025, Academic Journals, LCOB Top Tier Award, Research

The Lutgert College of Business is proud to recognize a record-breaking 21 Top Tier Research Awards in 2025, honoring faculty whose work has been published in some of the most competitive and highly ranked academic journals in the world. This milestone reflects the depth of expertise, innovation, and dedication across our faculty, with research spanning artificial intelligence, global economics, leadership, supply chain, workplace behavior, and more. These awards are reserved for publications in journals recognized by leading rankings such as ABDC, JCR, ABS, and ARES, reinforcing the level of excellence required to earn this recognition.

Nathan Misirian Named 2026 Beta Gamma Sigma Chapter Honoree at 蘑菇TV

April 08, 2026 / Lutgert News / Tags: 2026, BGS, Beta Gamma Sigma, Honoree

For Nathan Misirian, the relationship with 蘑菇TV is personal. Both of his children are graduates of the university, and that connection to campus evolved naturally into a deeper investment in its students and programs. Over the years, Misirian has become a familiar presence in the Lutgert College of Business鈥攎entoring marketing students, offering career guidance, and helping young professionals navigate the transition from classroom to career. 鈥淲atching a student realize they belong in this industry鈥攖hat they have something real to contribute鈥攖hat鈥檚 the moment I work toward,鈥� Misirian said. 鈥淭he degree gets them in the door. The confidence to stay in the room? That takes someone believing in them out loud.鈥� Misirian鈥檚 mentorship goes beyond scheduled office hours. Students describe him as someone who takes their calls, reviews their portfolios, and connects them with professionals across Southwest Florida. Several former mentees now hold marketing and business development roles in the region鈥攁 point of pride for Misirian, who views each success as proof that investing time in others pays dividends far beyond any balance sheet.