Global Connection and Faith-Driven Business: A Virtual Discussion Sparking Inspiration

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A virtual discussion hosted by the BYU Marriott School of Business, connecting MBA, MAcc, and economics students with BYU--Pathway Worldwide students, brought together 65 students from 18 different countries. The hour-long discussion, led by Adjunct Professor of Finance James Fletcher and Associate Professor of Finance Brian Boyer, focused on how principles of finance relate to principles of the gospel of Jesus Christ. This shared moment of connection and faith-driven business ignited a sense of unity and inspired students to sign up to mentor and be mentored by their peers, including Zachary Matthews, who signed up to mentor a BYU--Pathway student in Nigeria.

Key Takeaways:

  • The discussion was attended by 65 BYU--Pathway Worldwide students from 18 different countries, providing a unique opportunity for global connection and collaboration.
  • The focus of the discussion was on how principles of finance relate to principles of the gospel of Jesus Christ, highlighting the importance of faith-driven business.
  • Associate Professor of Finance Taylor Nadauld emphasized the two main goals of the discussion: helping students become professionally excellent and become disciples of Jesus Christ at the same time.
  • The discussion inspired students to sign up to mentor and be mentored by their peers, including Zachary Matthews, who signed up to mentor a BYU--Pathway student in Nigeria.
  • The experience renewed Matthews's sense of gratitude for the opportunities he has had, including access to education, mentorship, and professional networks.
  • Adjunct Professor of Finance James Fletcher commented that most people were left in tears by the end of the class, feeling inspired to learn together from their brothers and sisters from around the world.

Statistics:

  • 65 BYU--Pathway Worldwide students from 18 different countries participated in the discussion.
  • 250 BYU--Pathway students have been helped by Adjunct Professor of Finance James Fletcher and Associate Professor of Finance Brian Boyer in researching stocks through the Ethos Pathway Emerging Markets Fund.
  • The discussion highlighted the power of connection, combining faith and business.
  • 1 hour was the duration of the virtual discussion.

Sources:

  • Brigham Young University's Marriott School of Management
  • BYU--Pathway Worldwide
  • Mountain River Partners
  • Zachary Matthews
  • Taylor Nadauld
  • James Fletcher
  • Brian Boyer
  • Bryan Ross (author of the article)