Commending the Society for Advancement of Management (SAM) on the 2026 81st Annual International Business Conference, March 16–21, 2026, and Recognizing Conference Chair, Shelby Perry

WHEREAS, The Society for Advancement of Management (SAM), founded in 1912, has for more than a century advanced the principles and practice of management through education, scholarship, and professional development; and

WHEREAS, The Society for Advancement of Management will bring the 2026 st Annual International Business Conference to the State of Rhode Island, hosted by the New England Institute of Technology in East Greenwich from March 16 through March 21, 2026; and

WHEREAS, This conference will provide scholars, practitioners, and students an opportunity to share research, innovation, and best practices in management and organizational leadership; and

WHEREAS, The presence of this international conference is expected to enhance Rhode Island’s reputation for academic excellence, professional development, and organizational leadership; and

WHEREAS, Shelby Perry, serving as one of the 20 Conference Chair, has demonstrated exceptional leadership, vision, and dedication in planning, organizing, and coordinating this important event; and

WHEREAS, Through her tireless efforts, Shelby Perry has ensured that the conference will facilitate meaningful collaboration among scholars, practitioners, and students, highlight Rhode Island as a center for academic and professional excellence, and set a high standard for future conferences; and

WHEREAS, Shelby Perry’s professionalism, creativity, and commitment to the management profession exemplify outstanding service and bring distinction to the State of Rhode Island; now, therefore be it

RESOLVED, That this House of Representatives of the State of Rhode Island hereby commends the Society for Advancement of Management and the New England Institute of Technology for bringing the 2026 st Annual International Business Conference to Rhode Island, and extends best wishes for a successful and impactful conference; and be it further

RESOLVED, That this House furthermore recognizes and commends Shelby Perry for her exemplary leadership, vision, and dedicated service in planning, coordinating, and ensuring the success of the 20 Society for Advancement of Management International Business Conference; and be it further

RESOLVED, That the Secretary of State be and hereby is authorized and directed to transmit duly certified copies of this resolution to the Society for Advancement of Management (SAM), the New England Institute of Technology, and Shelby Perry.