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Graduation Year: 2008

Industry: Public Relations, Consulting

Function: Manager/Executive

Employer: CCS Fundraising

Club Involvement at Stern: Association of Hispanic and Black Business Students, Stern Women in Business, Torch Club, Graduate Marketing Association

Specializations: Marketing, Strategy

What was your favorite class at Stern?
The Craft and Commerce of Cinema: Cannes Film Festival is an application-based, faculty-led travel course taught by Professor Lieberman. The course covered all aspects of the film industry and culminated in attendance at the Cannes Film Festival. It was a unique and special educational experience and one of many things that really set Stern apart among business schools.

What is your fondest memory at Stern?
During my first year at Stern, the Association of Hispanic and Black Business Students (AHBBS) planned a spring break trek to Morocco. We spent 10 days traveling throughout the country, including an overnight in the desert. On our many stops along the way, we were exposed to so many aspects of Moroccan culture and made memories with classmates that will last a lifetime.

How has your Stern education helped with your career development?
Stern opened my eyes to new professional possibilities and career opportunities were suddenly open to me that never would have been prior to business school. My Stern education helped me develop my leadership skills, broadened my understanding of business concepts, and enabled me to apply critical thinking to all sorts of challenges. I wouldn't have my career if I hadn't attended Stern and it was, without a doubt, one of the best life decisions I have made.

Graduation Year: 2023

Industry: Brand Management, Product Marketing

Function: Global Product Marketing Manager

Employer: Moroccan Oil

Club Involvement at Stern: Graduate Marketing Association

Specializations: Brand Management, Strategy, Sustainable Business & Innovation

What was your favorite class at Stern?
My favorite class at Stern was Sustainability & Impact in Supply Chains and Procurement. The course underscored the critical importance of sustainability in both supply chain management and global business strategy. This resonated with me due to its real-world relevance and the growing emphasis on responsible business practices, along with the increasing need for inclusive and transparent supply networks that promote a transition from transactional to transformative relationships with suppliers.

What is your fondest memory at Stern?
Getting to know many folks from all over the world.

Have you participated in any experiential learning opportunities?
Yes, DBi Costa Rica: Sustainable Business in Latin America and DBi Italy (Luxury Retail & Branding).

How has your Stern education helped with your career development?
My Stern education has been instrumental in my career development, providing me with a strategic framework for advancement, global networking opportunities, and a deepened understanding of business dynamics, enhancing my leadership and negotiation skills

Graduation Year: 2023

Industry: Real Estate

Function: Project Manager

Employer: Verizon Communications

Club Involvement at Stern: Langone Student Government, Stern Real Estate Club, Asian Business Society

Specializations: Finance, Real Estate

What was your favorite class at Stern?
"Engage Your Audience" was my favorite class at Stern. This was a 1.5 credit communications course where we practiced presenting different types of speeches. I enjoyed this class so much because of how quickly I saw my presentation skills improve. It was also rewarding because I saw all of my classmates grow as public speakers too.

What is your fondest memory at Stern?
My fondest memory at Stern was serving as Langone Student Government's VP of First Year students. In this role, I oriented all of the incoming students to Stern through various social events. I planned scavenger hunts, karaoke, and Halloween parties to get them engaged with
their classmates. This experience helped me to form so many new friendships and allowed me to get the most out of the Stern program.

What was your favorite experiential learning opportunity?
I participated in the Operations in Entertainment: Las Vegas course. This course brought us to Las Vegas for a week to learn Operations Management for some of the most well-known entertainment businesses: casinos, hotels, nightclubs, the UFC, the Las Vegas Raiders, and
more. While the trip didn't leave much time for sleep, I have a much deeper understanding of how the Las Vegas economy works than I ever could have otherwise.

How has your Stern education helped with your career development?
Having Stern on my resume has landed me dozens of interviews and my current part-time internship in the area of Real Estate Investing. It has also opened up the Stern alumni network to me, who's members have served as a tremendous resource during my job search.

Graduation Year: 2026

Industry: Financial Services, Risk Management

Function: Vice President, Wealth Deposits and Lending Global Product Governance (Risk Manager)

Employer: Citi

Club Involvement at Stern: Langone Student Government, Social Impact and Sustainability Association,Stern Women in Business, Navy Block Co-Lead

Specializations: Economics and Management

What was your favorite class at Stern?
My favorite class at Stern was Behavioral Economics with Professor Bowmaker. I loved how it challenged the assumption that people make perfectly rational decisions. We looked at how biases, incentives, and the way choices are presented can shape behavior, and I found it fascinating to connect those ideas to real-world business decisions. It changed the way I think about everything from consumer behavior to how companies design products and experiences, and it made me much more attentive to the psychology behind seemingly simple decisions and how I frame my choices to stakeholders when presenting in meetings.

What is your fondest memory at Stern?
During my final winter intensive, I was a part of the DBi to Costa Rica where we examined sustainable business practices and social entrepreneurship. The week-long trip allowed me to really break out of my comfort zone and ask difficult questions, read case studies, visit the trade free zone and make some really great friends. Not only did I learn a ton on that trip but made lifelong friends.

How has your Stern education helped with your career development?
My Stern education has helped me develop both the technical skills and the broader business perspective I’ve needed to grow in my career. Beyond the core coursework, Stern taught me how to approach problems from different perspectives, communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds, and make decisions with both data and judgment. One of the biggest takeaways for me has been learning to connect theory to real-world business situations. Stern gave me a strong foundation while also pushing me to become a more thoughtful and adaptable professional.