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EIU Professional Sales Competition

We are thrilled to announce the Fall 2023 EIU sales competition taking place on Wednesday, September 20th, in the School of Business. Hosted by Dr. Farhad Sadeh, assistant professor of Marketing, this competition aims to showcase the exceptional sales and communication skills of our Professional Sales Course students.

The competition will be an electrifying event encompassing dynamic sales role-plays, elevator pitches, and a networking session. Students will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their sales acumen by engaging in realistic scenarios and showcasing their ability to think on their feet.

What makes this competition particularly special is that it will be judged by both esteemed faculty members and industry professionals. Their expertise and insight will provide invaluable feedback to our students and contribute to their growth as future sales professionals.

But that's not all! The winners of this exciting sales competition will have the incredible opportunity to represent our university as the official team at the International Collegiate Sales Competition (ICSC) in Orlando, Florida. This prestigious event brings together top talents from universities across the globe, and we have no doubt that our winners will make our university proud.

All members of our university community are welcome to attend and witness the final round of this exhilarating competition. Come and support our talented students as they showcase their sales prowess and vie for the chance to represent our university at the ICSC. The event promises to be engaging, competitive, and a true testament to the skill and determination of our students.

So mark your calendars for Wednesday, September 20th, at 6:30 p.m. in Lumpkin Hall 1120, and join us for an evening of thrilling sales pitches and impressive role-plays. Let's come together as a community and show our encouragement to these budding sales professionals as they embark on this exciting journey.