Impact Awards
These awards recognize alumni and corporate partners that personify Poole College’s legacy of excellence.
About the Awards
The Poole College of Management Impact Awards honor exceptional alumni and business leaders who exemplify the College’s spirit of leadership, service, and excellence.
The inaugural ceremony will celebrate the lasting impact of a Poole education with five distinguished awards that reflect the college’s commitment to student success, research, innovation, and collaboration.
The nomination deadline for 2026 is May 1st.
Distinguished Alumni Award
Past Recipients
- 2025: Matthew Hong (Economics ’94)
- 2024: Mary Fedewa (Business Administration ’91)
- 2023: Doug Doggett (Business Administration ’83)
- 2022: Amir Mehr (Accounting ’92)
- 2021: Richard Bryant (Business Administration ’81)
- 2020: Herb Bales (Business Administration ’84)
- 2019: Jeff Ward (Master of Economics ’87)
- 2018: Charles “Chuck” Keeley (Business Administration ’85)
- 2017: Ken Torok (Business Administration ’75)
- 2016: Robert “Chip” F. Andrews III (Economics ’66)
- 2015: Clifton B. Knight Jr. (Economics ’69)
- 2014: Charlie E. Stallings (Business Administration ’77)
- 2012: Kevin Beasley (Accounting ’79)
- 2011: Jon W. Bartley (Economics ’69)
- 2010: Jon S. Rufty (Business Administration ’77)
- 2009: Christine M. Holmes (Accounting ’88)
- 2008: J.R. Shearin (Accounting ’81)
- 2007: David C. Morgan (Business Administration ’82)
- 2005: Stanhope A. Kelly (Business Administration ’80)
- 2004: Mike T. Constantino (Business Administration ’84, Accounting ’85)
In partnership with the NC State Alumni Association, the Poole College of Management Distinguished Alumni Award recognizes Poole graduates who have excelled in their careers, made a difference in their communities, and given back to their alma mater. Winners for this award are selected by the Poole College Leadership Team.
Emerging Leader Award
Past Recipients
- 2025: Marcus Rountree (Master of Business Administration ’12)
The Emerging Leader Award recognizes recent alumni who have demonstrated achievement, leadership, and a promising future in their careers. The winner for this award is selected by the Poole College Student Advisory Boards.
Professional Achievement Award
Past Recipients
- 2025: John Samuel (Accounting ’05)
The Professional Achievement Award recognizes any NC State alumnus with notable business accomplishments and a history of outstanding contributions to their profession. This award is presented to acknowledge their success in business and highlight the impact of business education. Winners for this award are selected by the Poole College Advisory Board.
Corporate Partner Award
Past Recipients
- 2025: Lowe’s
The Corporate Partner Award recognizes organizations that have demonstrated a commitment to Poole College through initiatives such as career readiness, recruitment, internships, mentoring, financial support, and placement. Nominees for this award are selected by the Poole College Career Services Center.
Hall of Fame
Inductees by Class
- 2025: Lonnie & Carol Poole, Benjamin & Marianne Jenkins, Stephen & Judy Zelnak and Jim & Kathrine Owens
The Poole College Hall of Fame enshrines the legacy of individuals who have made transformational contributions to the College and University and have received one or more University awards. Nominees for this award are selected by Poole College Leadership and the College Advisory Board.
2025 Impact Awards Highlights
Explore last year’s highlights— browse the photo album or watch our event recap video to experience the best moments from last year.
