Program Overview

Introduction to the J. Daniel and Nancy Garrison Sales Innovation Program

The J. Daniel and Nancy Garrison Sales Innovation Program (SIP) was founded in 2019 as a flagship program within the Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business through an Academic Cornerstone donation by Dan and Nancy Garrison. The program focuses on being a nationally renowned resource for sales research, sales education, and valuable academic partnerships.

About the Sales Innovation Program

The Sales Innovation Program is open to all Clemson students regardless of academic year or major. The program is looking for students who are passionate about pursuing a career in sales. To be considered for the Sales Innovation Program, students must complete the SIP application and participate in a personal interview.

Program Details

• Overview: The program provides students with specialized courses, sales competitions, and networking nights to develop their sales skills.
• Curriculum: The curriculum is designed to prepare students for a career in sales, with a focus on sales research, sales education, and industry partnerships.
• Professional Development: The program offers opportunities for professional development, including networking events and sales competitions.
• Opportunities: Students in the program have access to various opportunities, including internships and job placements with industry partners.
• Ascent Track: The program includes an Ascent Track, which provides students with a structured path to develop their sales skills and advance in their careers.

Research Areas

The Sales Innovation Program focuses on sales research, with a emphasis on developing new knowledge and insights in the field of sales. The program's research areas include:

• Sales Education: The program conducts research on sales education, including the development of new teaching methods and materials.
• Sales Research: The program conducts research on sales topics, including sales performance, sales strategy, and sales leadership.

Testimonials

Students who have participated in the Sales Innovation Program have reported positive experiences, including:

• Hope Wilde: "I can easily say SIP has been one of the most beneficial programs I've been involved in since coming to Clemson. From partaking in specialized courses to sales competitions to networking nights, I feel more prepared and ready to pursue a career in sales than I ever could have imagined."
• Ashley Sullivan: "The Sales Innovation Program has given me valuable opportunities to develop my sales skills through networking nights, sales competitions, and other events. These events have pushed me out of my comfort zone, and my sales skills have significantly improved because of them."