Fastenal National Sales
Invitational 2026
In Partnership with the University of Southern Mississippi
In Partnership with the University of Southern Mississippi
A national collegiate sales competition
connecting top talent with real-world opportunities
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Overview
Participants take on a series of competitive rounds designed to simulate real sales interactions, building skills in communication, problem solving, and relationship building.
Along the way, students connect with Fastenal leaders and industry professionals, opening the door to future career opportunities.
Important Dates
PLEASE REGISTER BEFORE 09/18
Kickoff Call
09/09 at 3:30pm EST
Sales Invitational Structure
Invitation to Awards Ceremony
Round 1
Case & Rubric Release:
09/21
Competition:
10/05 – 10/09
On YOUR campus for one day within the competition dates above
Round 2
Case & Rubric Release:
10/12
Competition:
10/26 – 10/29
Virtual Meetings through Microsoft Teams
Round 3
Case & Rubric Release:
11/02
Competition:
11/16 – 11/19
Virtual Meetings through Microsoft Teams
Awards
Competition Winner will be announced during Awards Ceremony on 11/20.
Case Studies and Round Winners
Round 1
Info Released 09/21
Round 1 Winners:
Round 2
Info Released 10/12
Round 2 Winners:
Round 3
Info Released 11/02
Round 3 Winners:
Case Studies and Round Winners
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Round 3 Info Released 11/02 Round 3 Winners
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Awards
Students
1st Place: $2000
2nd Place: $1000
3rd Place: $750
Sales Program
1st Place: $1000
2nd Place: $750
3rd Place: $500
Regions with Regional Recruiters
Regional Recruiter Contact Information
Regional Recruiter Contact Information
2025 Winners
1st Place: So’niya Thompson – – University of Southern Mississippi
2nd Place: Emily Charest – Southern New Hampshire University
3rd Place: Michael Van Offeren – University of Wisconsin Whitewater
2024 Winners
1st Place: Liz Robertson – University of North Alabama
2nd Place: Meg Cunningham – University of Washington
3rd place: Skyler Gates – Northern Illinois University
Any questions About FNSI? Contact us: fnsicompetition@fastenal.com
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