# Identity Affinity Programs

##  Identity Affinity Programs Committee

Stern's alumni identity affinity groups are committed to connecting alumni with each other, students, and the School through events, programs, and philanthropy within their respective populations.

##  Vice Chair

[      ![Catherine Cantave (MBA '10)](/sites/default/files/styles/480w_x_543h/public/2025-07/catherine_cantave_mba_10.png?h=4ecf8430&itok=s76PIEh2)

](https://www.linkedin.com/in/crcantave/)

###  Catherine Cantave (MBA '10)

**Black and Latino Alumni (BALA) Group Representative** | Co-Founder of Soapbox Strategists

[See Profile](https://www.linkedin.com/in/crcantave/)

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##  Meet the Members

[      ![Nate Hudson (MBA ’24)](/sites/default/files/styles/480w_x_543h/public/2025-07/nate_hudson_mba_24.png?h=4ecf8430&itok=0Nm45p-d)

](https://www.linkedin.com/in/nthudson/)

###  Nate Hudson (MBA ’24)

**LGBTQ+ Representative** | Associate at McKinsey

[SEE PROFILE](https://www.linkedin.com/in/nthudson/)

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[      ![Chris Costello (MBA ’19)](/sites/default/files/styles/480w_x_543h/public/2025-07/chris_costello_mba_19.png?h=4ecf8430&itok=oM9qdWr0)

](https://www.linkedin.com/in/cpcostello/)

###  Chris Costello (MBA ’19)

**Veterans Representative** | Co-Founder at Roland Hall Partners

[See Profile](https://www.linkedin.com/in/cpcostello/)

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[      ![Cathy Choi (MBA ’96)](/sites/default/files/styles/480w_x_543h/public/2025-07/cathy_choi_mba_96.png?h=4ecf8430&itok=VEXkvhEj)

](https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathychoibulbrite/)

###  Cathy Choi (MBA ’96)

**Stern Women's Forum Representative** | President at Bulbrite

[See Profile](https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathychoibulbrite/)

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![Stern alumni connect at the Welcome to Stern 10 Summer Gathering](/sites/default/files/styles/640w_x_535h/public/2023-10/53008358566_2feb81b416_6k%20%281%29.jpg.webp?itok=vl_5Ic1a)

Alumni Council

##  Alumni Groups

Stern alumni have the opportunity to join alumni and affinity groups that offer programs and events that foster community, networking, and lifelong learning.

[Learn More](/portal-partners/alumni/stay-connected/alumni-groups)

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