Please contact Dr. Works (keworks@fsu.eu) for additional help: Submission navigation links for Research Symposium Program Portal WF ‹ Previous submission Next submission › Submission information Submission Number: 38 Submission ID: 7691 Submission UUID: cdde4d2c-2187-4c80-aaf5-c0102870c318 Submission URI: /student-research/symposium/research-symposium-program-portal Submission Update: /student-research/symposium/research-symposium-program-portal?token=-9CusTzl8KWcNJnAPVB3N04zUr2RXcNdvUF--TV78BY Created: Sun, 02/02/2025 - 09:15 AM Completed: Sun, 02/02/2025 - 10:09 AM Changed: Tue, 04/01/2025 - 08:18 AM Remote IP address: 174.218.197.100 Submitted by: Anonymous Language: English Is draft: No Webform: Research Symposium Program Portal WF Submitted to: Student Research Symposium Program Portal Primary Student Contact First Name Primary Student Contact Last Name Pronouns Primary Student Contact FSU Student Email Photo of all individuals presenting this work 0c7f8964-f6ee-49da-8a4b-906133d078e5.jpg474.84 KB Remove Upload requirementsOne file only.2 MB limit. Major(s) of all individuals presenting this work Bio of all individuals presenting this work I am a Systems Engineering graduate student from Queens, NY, raised in Spartanburg, SC currently serving on active duty in the United States Air Force as a Weapons Load crew Member on the F-35. My military experience has given me a unique perspective on teamwork, precision, and high-pressure problem-solving, which I am eager to apply in my studies and future career. I am pursuing a Master’s in Systems Engineering with the goal of establishing a successful career in the engineering field after completing my program. My research interests focus on understanding the paths to financial success, particularly how individuals achieve millionaire status, and I aim to explore these dynamics further as part of my academic journey. Driven by both my military service and academic ambitions, I am committed to leveraging my skills and experiences to contribute to innovative solutions in engineering, while also building a future grounded in financial literacy and success. Poster Title Abstract Bill Gates' leadership is characterized by a unique blend of visionary thinking, strategic decision-making, and adaptability, which has shaped both the technology sector and global philanthropy. As co-founder of Microsoft, Gates demonstrated an early ability to foresee the future of personal computing, driving innovation and market dominance with products like Windows and Office. A relentless pursuit of excellence marked his leadership style, a data-driven approach to problem-solving, and a deep commitment to fostering a culture of innovation within Microsoft. Gates' decision to transition from CEO to philanthropist through the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation highlighted his capacity for strategic pivoting, as he leveraged his resources and influence to tackle complex global issues such as public health and education. This abstract examines the core leadership principles that defined Gates’ career strategic vision, resilience in the face of challenges, and a focus on long-term impact, while also exploring how these qualities have influenced both corporate and charitable sectors. Research Mentor Name Research Mentor's College (or High School) Research Mentor's Department (or Subject) Research Mentor's Email Additional Research Mentor(s) Co-presenter(s) Keywords Poster Session/Number Work Complete Exploratory (the research question has been identified and design of approach is outlined) Presentation Modality Face to Face Poster session Synchronous Online Presentation Asynchronous Online Presentation Poster PDF Upload Upload requirementsOne file only.100 MB limit. Poster Thumbnail Please take a screenshot of your poster to be a thumbnail on your Symposium Program Profile. Upload Upload requirementsOne file only.2 MB limit. I will be printing my poster CAPTCHA What code is in the image? Enter the characters shown in the image. This question is for testing whether or not you are a human visitor and to prevent automated spam submissions. Save Leave this field blank