Written Testimonials

Dr. Bhuiyan:

I am very happy that you are starting an entrepreneurship program for Historically Black Colleges and Universities. I wish you great success with this important venture.

Best wishes,

Arthur J. Gregg

Lt General  US Army {Retired}

 Dear Mohammad:

After watching your actions and the responses to them first-hand, I realize that you don't need our compliments.  Nonetheless, we can't help but express our views.

Over the years, I have attended a lot of conferences and meetings.  But I must tell you that yours is one of a kind. Things were first-rate: the people, the presentations, food and lodging and the general help. You have the right focus: the students.  After all, it's all about them.  You have a way of finding talents.  Their enthusiasm and desire and their presentations warmed my feelings. It's heartening to see how much reputation and goodwill you have earned.  On an individual level, one can buy loyalty, but one can't buy goodwill.  We were also amazed by the sharpness of your mind:  You remember everybody’s names and positions. I appreciate how much you are doing to advance education and to shape young minds.

                                                                                                                                                                             Fazlur Rahman, MD, Competition Judge, Texas.

Dr. Bhuiyan.

I must say that the Innovation and Entrepreneurship program for HBCUs was the most intellectually, academically beneficial, and relevant conference I have ever attended in my 35+ years in higher education, including over 25 years in business schools.  The sessions in innovation commercialization were especially interesting, and the conversations I had with business and military leaders were extremely stimulating.  As the conference progressed, I could see the minds and imaginations of my students expanding. 

I am especially impressed with the way the conference was handled, with respect and politeness at all times, while keeping everyone involved in as many activities as possible. While the Alcorn team did not make it to the second round, the feedback from the judges was very helpful and right on target.  The students and I benefited greatly from the competition and the advice.

I am still recovering for the outstanding experience that you provided to all of us.

Thank you!

Kimball P. Marshall, Ph.D., Faculty Advisor, Alcorn State University

Dear Dr. Bhuiyan,
On behalf of our students and faculty advisors, I want to express my sincere appreciation for giving us this wonderful opportunity.  This was the first visit for our team, and they were impressed with all aspects of the conference - the set-up, hotel, meals, and above all the professionalism that was demonstrated by you and your entire team.  I believe that we all learned a great deal by participating in the Business Plan Competition and we are confident that next year we will be much stronger.
Please let me know when you visit New Orleans next time - I would love to meet with you.
Best regards,
                                                                            Anil Kukreja, Ph.D., Chair, Division of Business, Xavier University of Louisiana

Dr. Bhuiyan,

I enjoyed serving as a judge once again and look forward to next year. Great job to you and the team for running such a smooth event!

Eugene Campbell, Judge, Disney.

Dr. Bhuiyan –

 Again congratulations on a great program.  I am glad that I attended and was able to see the progress.  Our team had a great time and learned a lot, as I did also.  We look forward to participating next year.

                                                                      Charlie E. Mahone, Jr., Ph.D., Dean,   School of Business and Public Administration, University of the District of Columbia

Dr. Bhuiyan.

Thanks for inviting us; you managed an outstanding program!

Hope to come again in the future!

Best wishes!

 Sundar Fleming, Dean, School of Business, North Carolina Central University

Hello Dr. Bhuiyan.

Thank you so much for the opportunity to serve as a volunteer. Throughout this conference I have increased my skills and learned how to network with individuals in many areas in the business field. Your expertise and help has been very valuable to me as a student. I would love to participate in the future.

Taquita Gary, Senior, Fayetteville State University

Good Morning Dr. Bhuiyan,

I greatly appreciate the opportunity to judge.  As always, it was a fantastic event.

Thank you,

 Bill Clark, Judge, Sam's Club People Group

Hi Dr. Bhuiyan,

Congratulations on what I thought was a marvelous event this weekend and thank you for allowing Xavier University to participate. Those of us who attended enjoyed the experience immensely, and we all benefited from it.  You provide a valuable service to HBCU students, and I am honored to have been able to participate.

Best wishes and I hope to see you at next year's event.

Mark Quinn, Faculty Advisor, Xavier University

Dr. Bhuiyan,

Excellent program, well organized, planned and delivered. I appreciate everything you do for FSU.

                                                            Terence Murchison, Trustee, Fayetteville State University

Hello Dr. B and Mrs. Bhuiyan,
Congratulations on organizing and delivering an outstanding 2011 OFC Competition experience this year. Yes indeed, it was the best one ever and congratulations to The University of The West Indies.
This past weekend was life changing as usual and I am very thankful to both of you for the opportunity to serve.
My sincere thanks to you both.

Brian Faison (Volunteer Leader), Benefits Administration, KAISER PERMANENTE

Dr. Bhuiyan,
Very much enjoyed my visit. What a great forum for talented and motivated individuals. Thank you for the gracious hospitality.
                                                                                                            Col Jon Andre, USAF

Dr. Bhuiyan,

Thanks for inviting us; you managed an outstanding program!

Hope to come again in the future!

Best wishes!

                        Sundar Fleming, Dean, School of Business, NCCU

Dr. Bhuiyan,

Thank you and your staff for planning such a highly well-organized conference! The three students and I learned a great deal from the experience, and we hope to have a team to compete next year.

Thank you again for inviting us to attend the business plan competition event.

                                    Larnell Flannagan, Faculty Advisor, Cheyney University of PA

Dr. Bhuiyan,

I want to express my gratitude for inviting our university to the conference in Atlanta. I enjoyed watching the business plans, it was a wonderful learning experience. Thank you again for the opportunity you have given us.
                                                                        Brittany Battle-Lias, Cheyney University of PA.

Greetings Dr. Bhuiyan.

The primary reason for this e-mail is sincerely express my appreciation for the wonderful experience at the HBCU Business Plan Competition conference in Atlanta. The technical and professional presentations were very well done.  The networking sessions with professionals and my fellow students significantly enhanced the leadership opportunities of the business plan competition conference. Thanks again for the opportunity and experiences.
                        Isimhemen Ayewoh, Cheyney University of Pennsylvania