The Stillman School of Business at Seton Hall University proudly announces its 2025 cohort of Practice Partners —
distinguished professionals who work alongside faculty to enrich student learning
with practical insight and real-world application. The Practice Partner program reflects
Stillman’s mission to “put concepts into practice,” strengthening the connection between
academic theory and hands-on experience to prepare students for leadership in a rapidly
evolving global business environment.
Each semester, Practice Partners collaborate with faculty to design, mentor, and guide
students through experiential projects that address contemporary business challenges.
These collaborations span areas such as entrepreneurship, digital marketing, sustainability
and corporate social responsibility.
For Fall 2025, the Practice Partner collaborations include:
- Elizabeth McCrea, Ph.D., and Paul Sannitti for “BMGT 4566 – Starting a Business” and “BMGT 4569 – Business Sustainability Consulting,”
where students learn to launch new ventures and integrate sustainable practices into
strategic decision-making. - Debra Lee Surface, Ph.D., and Merideth Morgan for “BMKT 4650 – Influencer Cultural Marketing,” a course examining the intersection
of social media, cultural identity and consumer engagement. - Daniel Ladik, Ph.D., and Chris Strom for “BMKT 4639 – Digital Marketing,” exploring the influence of artificial intelligence
and analytics on contemporary marketing practice. - Susan Scherreik, M.B.A., and Karen Pisciotta for “BMGT 4567/7567 – Entrepreneurship Lab,” a signature experiential course where
students design, build, and launch new ventures. - Paula Alexander, Ph.D., and Stephen Wood for “BMBA 9451 – Corporate Social Responsibility,” helping graduate students connect
ethical leadership with organizational performance.
Dean Joyce Strawser praised the initiative, highlighting its role in advancing student readiness and
faculty engagement: “Our Practice Partners represent the very best of Stillman’s commitment
to integrating business theory with real-world practice.” Strawser noted, “By connecting
our students directly with accomplished professionals, we ensure that they graduate
not only with strong analytical and ethical foundations, but with practical insights
and experiences that prepare them to make a meaningful impact from day one.”
This commitment to applied learning is echoed by Chris Strom, chief marketing officer
at Sunrise Association and practice partner in the Digital Marketing course, who emphasized
the value of technological fluency and ethical awareness for today’s emerging professionals.
“Throughout the Fall semester, I taught and worked with students in a digital marketing
class, bringing real-world insights into AI and marketing, two areas I’m deeply passionate
about,” Storm stated. “The industry has been evolving at lightning speed, and it was
exciting to explore how AI is shaping marketing with the next generation of digital
leaders.”
Together, insights from leaders like Strom demonstrate how the program’s partnerships
translate directly into meaningful learning experiences for students, a strength that
continues to define the Practice Partner initiative as it evolves. In this way, the
Practice Partner program continues to strengthen Stillman’s commitment to delivering
transformational student experiences.
By empowering students to learn through action, address real-world problems and engage
with leaders across industries, the program extends classroom learning into professional
settings where students can test ideas, refine skills and build confidence. Through
these experiences, it reinforces Stillman’s focus on innovation, external engagement
and meaningful partnerships that advance both student success and the business community.
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