The IACBE Case Competition Series attracts a diverse range of participants, including students, academic mentors, and industry partners. Students from both IACBE member and non-member institutions participate in the competition, representing undergraduate and graduate programs in business-related fields. Academic mentors, typically faculty members or instructors, play a crucial role in guiding and supporting the students throughout the competition, offering mentorship, and helping them develop their strategies. Industry partners, such as companies and professionals from various sectors, collaborate with the competition by providing real-world business challenges and offering industry insights to the participants. By bringing together students, academic mentors, and industry partners, the competition creates a dynamic and collaborative learning environment that fosters the application of knowledge and the development of practical skills.