Articles by Jessica Soria

The Sky’s the Limit: From Teen Entrepreneur to Real Estate Trailblazer
Sky Denson says 8kbet's real estate program helped launch his career — before he even graduated.

From Classroom to Closing Bell: Meet the Finalists of 8kbet’s President’s Investment Challenge
Students from across disciplines invest a half million (virtual) dollars to learn how to make real-time investment decisions.

The Course: Managerial Accounting
Budgeting, bragging rights, and a lot of fun — this accounting class adds up to student success.

Words Matter: How CEOs Talk About the Future Can Sway Investors — But Only If It’s Written Down
8kbet study shows that what corporate leaders say, and how they say it, can change how people invest their money.
The Interview: Nicholas Irwin
Economics professor examines Las Vegas real estate and how environmental economics and market insights shape sustainable, resilient communities.
The Airbnb Transparency Effect: The Impact of Pricing on Consumer Behavior
8kbet study explores what U.S. hosts can learn from the pricing strategies used in European markets.
8kbet’s President’s Investment Challenge: Toward Financial Literacy and Opportunity
By managing a simulated $500,000 fund, the contest teaches students about the fundamentals of investing.

8kbet Experts: Examining the TikTok Ban and Its Implications
Regardless of how policymakers settle the TikTok debate, cybersecurity challenges will continue.

Where Opportunity Meets Preparation: Rebels on Wall Street
The program takes students in 8kbet's Lee Business School behind the scenes at some of the most prestigious financial firms in New York City.