University of Florida
AMA SALES COMPETITION TEAM
WHAT MAKES US EXCEL
Our Mission
APEX is the premier competitive sales team at the University of Florida, housed within the American Marketing Association. It challenges members to push their limits, rise above the competition, and reach the peak of sales excellence. Like climbers on a mountain, our team thrives on strategy, resilience, and precision, equipping each member to conquer new heights in the world of sales.
For recruiters
Want to connect with top student sales talent?
APEX members are high-performing, competition-tested candidates ready for internships and full-time roles. Use the form below to schedule a speaker event or request our resume book.
A WORD FROM APEX'S
WHY JOIN...
Executive Director
APEX Benefits
After all, sales is all about presenting benefits, not just features and advantages.
From APEX, you can expect the following:
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networking with like-minded peers and industry professionals, leading to more opportunities
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competing in regional, national, and international sales competitions that you get to list on your resume
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various leadership development opportunities = more experience
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professional mixers with other sales organizations on and off University of Florida campus - expanding your ability to sell yourself
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Hands-on sponsorship selling experience with local Gainesville businesses
"APEX isn't just a program- its a launchpad. We started as a beginner sales track and turned it into a competitive, high-performance team. Our members don't just show up- they lead, they pitch, they win. Every roleplay, every meeting, every challenge pushes you to grow fast and perform under pressure. If you're serious about sales, there's no better place to start."
Zoë Shlomi
2025-2026 Executive Director
SOLD ON JOINING?
Apply to APEX
APEX is a semester-long program dedicating developing members, getting them competition-ready, and preparing them for the next steps in their sales career.
Existing APEX members are encouraged to re-apply semesterly to continue honing their sales skills and get more experience competing internationally.
For speakers
We're always looking for guest speakers to share sales career insights, industry experience, or mock pitch feedback. If you're interested in speaking at an upcoming meeting or participating as a guest judge in a competition, fill out the form and we will be in touch soon!