An annual initiative, the Influential Leaders challenge recognizes notable graduates from AACSB-accredited business schools. Prior honorees include business executives, elected officials, athletes, tech experts, non-profit leaders, and academics—showcasing the variety of career paths supported by business education.
The 2020 business accreditation standards empower each school to define and demonstrate societal impact in a manner that supports its mission. Similarly, honorees of the 2021 Class of Influential Leaders will reflect alumni who are using their business education to create positive societal impact in their own, unique way. The nomination period has ended. Honorees will be announced in February 2021.
The Influential Leaders challenge is a great opportunity to bring media exposure to your school and alumni. In 2020, the initiative reached 850,000 individuals on social media with more than 520,000 engagements across platforms—view this Twitter moment for a few examples!
Honorees are also highlighted at AACSB events and through its blog and video series.
For questions regarding the Influential Leaders challenge, email challenges@aacsb.edu or view our Frequently Asked Questions page.
Align your brand with inspiring stories of business school alumni. For more information, email engage@aacsb.edu.