MBA Student Ambassadors

Hello! My name is Jared Anongos, and I’m concentrating in management consulting and technology here at Kenan-Flagler. I’m originally from Richmond, Virginia, and I completed my undergrad degree at the United States Naval Academy. Prior to business school, I was in the Navy for seven years. I specialized and served as a nuclear submarine warfare officer, while stationed at a various naval bases in South Carolina, New York, Washington and Rhode Island. This summer I will be a Senior Program Manager Intern at Amazon. In my free time, I enjoy hiking, camping, and spending time with my fiancée and our pets. Feel free to reach out to me with questions about UNC or anything, and I’d be happy to share my experience.

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Hello! I’m Nimish Paripatyadar, a full-time UNC Kenan-Flagler MBA student concentrating in Marketing. I was born and raised in Houston, TX and completed my undergrad at Texas A&M University. Prior to business school, I worked as a consultant in the corporate healthcare space. This upcoming summer, I’ll be working at Dell Technologies as a Marketing intern. Outside of school, I enjoy staying active, cooking and gaming. I’m happy to chat about the MBA experience, career options and recruiting, or anything else!

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My name is Kristen Koepsell, and I am concentrating in Healthcare and Marketing.  I graduated with a BA from Mount Holyoke College and earned my MS in Biomedical Sciences from Tufts University School of Medicine.  Before coming to Kenan-Flagler, I worked in clinical research and most recently, was a project manager at a healthcare tech startup.  I am a Curriculum Advisory Board representative and the 2021-2022 Healthcare Club president.  Outside of school, I enjoy baking, taking long walks with my dog, and listening to healthcare podcasts.  Feel free to ask me about courses, Analytical Skills Workshop (ASW) and Healthcare Club!

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Hi! My name is Sam Adams and I am concentrating in Consulting here at Kenan-Flagler. I grew up in South Carolina and went to Clemson University for undergrad where I majored in Finance. Prior to business school, I served 6 years on active duty in the U.S. Army as a logistics officer around in the world, primarily in Europe and Far East Asia. When I am not in school I love snowboarding, traveling (in previous world), hiking and reading. Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions regarding UNC, recruiting, transitioning from the military or just life in Chapel Hill.

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Hi, my name is Daisy Nguyen-Le and I’m from Bel Air, MD. I graduated from Johns Hopkins University in 2017 with my bachelors in economics. Prior to coming to UNC Kenan-Flagler, I was an active duty army officer, and held managerial positions in the Information Technology and Maintenance industries. This upcoming summer, I will be interning with Google as a Supply Chain intern. Outside of school, I enjoy weight-lifting, trying new foods, and spending time with my spouse. Feel free to reach out if you have questions of recruiting, Chapel Hill life or military transition!

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Hey there!  My name is Ryan Fleer, and I am concentrating in Consulting.  I attended Tufts University for undergrad and grew up in New Jersey.  Before business school, I worked in finance (sales/trading and private equity) in New York City.  This upcoming summer, I will be interning as a senior associate advisory intern with PwC.  On (virtual) campus, I serve as co-president of the Kenan-Flagler Pride Club and on the board of the MBA Consulting Club and Jewish Business Association.  Outside of the classroom, I am a cycling instructor at The Sweat Lab.  Feel free to reach if you have any questions about school, recruiting, LGBTQ+ life in Chapel Hill, or pretty much anything in between!

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Hi, my name is Linda Wang, a dual-degree MBA/MSPH student concentrating in Healthcare and Consulting. As a 1st generation college graduate, I grew up in Southern California and earned my BS in Public Health at the University of California, San Diego. For the past 5 years, my passion has been in health services research, advocating for health equity, and improving health literacy for underserved communities. I will be in a Medicaid Strategy role this summer at Humana. Through cross-sector partnerships, I hope to leverage my public health and healthcare experiences to integrate culturally sensitive, value-based solutions to improve access to healthcare, particularly for vulnerable populations. Outside the classroom, I have somewhat of an unhealthy obsession with home makeover videos and food documentaries. Please reach out if you want to chat!

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My name is Derek Lichtinger. I am a first year at Kenan-Flagler concentrating in Real Estate and Corporate Finance. I’m originally from Northwestern Pennsylvania and went to The University of Akron in Ohio to earn my Mechanical Engineering degree. I spent the following six years in the helicopter industry as a design engineer and program manager. While working in my engineering career, I started a small value-add multifamily real estate company that I operated until I started the MBA program. After school, I plan to transition into a career in real estate. When I’m not working on something school related, I like to work out, do anything outside, travel, or find an excuse to build something. I had a great experience connecting with Kenan-Flagler students when I was looking at schools, so please reach out to connect. I’d be happy to chat about my Kenan-Flagler experience, the real estate program, or anything else that’s on your mind.

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Hey! My name is Bruce Ensley, and I am taking classes in the Consulting, Corporate Finance, and Business Analytics and Management Science concentration areas. I grew up in Richmond, VA, and attended West Virginia University for undergrad. I came to business school from the energy industry, where I was a field engineer. Before moving to North Carolina, I spent time living in Houston and Denver. Outside of the classroom, I enjoy hiking, fishing and college sports! Feel free to reach out with any questions involving UNC, the MBA experience, or Chapel Hill!

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Hey y’all! My name is TJ Scott and I am concentrating in Operations and Consulting.  I am a double Tar Heel, graduating from UNC in 2012 with a bachelors in psychology. I grew up in Hope Mills, NC (small town outside of Fayetteville) before making my way to Chapel Hill.  Prior to my MBA, I worked within the administration at UNC, most recently with the board of trustees.  Outside of school I enjoy baking, watching reality tv, and spending time with my husband and our two dogs.  Always happy to answer any questions about UNC, Chapel Hill, Analytical Skills Workshop (ASW) or life here in the southern part of heaven.  Go Heels!

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My name is Taylor Smith and I am concentrating in Real Estate and Corporate Finance. I grew up in a rural area of South Georgia – our only claim to fame is the filming location of the first Longest Yard with Burt Reynolds. After graduating from the University of Georgia, where I majored in economics, I worked in various aspects of real estate sales and development before coming to Kenan-Flagler. Immediately after school, my short-term goal is to work in real estate development and my long-term goal is to eventually open up my own development shop. Additionally, I will be working at Rangewater Real Estate in Atlanta this summer. Outside of class, I enjoy using any excuse to get outside like golfing, fishing, or even just sitting on my front porch if that’s all I have time for. I also love hosting dinner parties, talking music and books, and interior design. Please reach out if you are interested in real estate, student clubs (Real Estate Club, Project Destined, MBA Student Association), or just looking for a candid take on my MBA experience during the times of Covid.

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Hi! My name is Maggie Sullivan and I’m concentrating in Marketing and Sustainable Enterprise. I grew up in Bethesda, Maryland and went to undergrad at the University of Wisconsin-Madison (go Badgers!). Prior to business school, I worked as a Customer Success Manager and later in internal strategy within the hospitality industry. When I’m not in school, I love traveling whenever possible, running and exploring the local food scene. Feel free to reach out if you’d like to chat!

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Hey, you’re in the right spot! My name is Mike Zausmer and I also reached out to an MBA Student Ambassador when I was considering where to pursue my MBA. It was super helpful! I learned what life as a Kenan-Flagler student really looked like (living, learning, and everything in-between)! Prior to business school I worked in a marketing/brand management position for former professional golfer, Jack Nicklaus. At Kenan-Flagler, I am focusing my studies on Finance, Strategy, Operations and Entrepreneurship. When I am not doing course work, you can find me on the golf course, hiking or out for a bite to eat with friends. I am always available for a call to talk about Chapel Hill, what an MBA means to me, my decision process or just logistic questions you have around the program. Talk soon!

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Hi! My name is Lizzy and I am originally from New Jersey but was living in New York City prior to business school. I attended Denison University in Ohio for undergrad where I focused on communications and played varsity field hockey and lacrosse. After graduating, I moved to New York City and worked in wealth management in a number of different positions. I knew that I wanted a change in my career so I decided to go back to school and pursue my MBA. While at Kenan-Flagler, I have focused on consulting, marketing, and sustainable enterprise and will be pursuing a career in consulting after business school. I am also heavily involved in MBA Ambassadors, Carolina Women in Business, and Net Impact clubs. Feel free to reach out with questions about the MBA process, being a career-changer, life at UNC in Chapel Hill or anything else!

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Hello! My name is Rhys Dodd and I’m originally from Roanoke, Va. For my undergrad, I went to the University of Virginia where I studied Spanish and Foreign Affairs. After graduation, I began my career in the sales division at CEB, Inc., a research advisory firm in Washington, D.C. From there I went on to work for Ballast Research, a research firm that specializes in advising corporate government affairs groups and professional lobbying organizations. At Kenan-Flagler, I’m concentrating in Operations Management and actively participating in the Golf Club, Ambassadors Club and Consulting Club. Outside of class, you can usually find me fly fishing, golfing, running, or trying out some kind of whacky new recipe. Feel free to reach out to me with any questions about the MBA process, UNC, things to do in Chapel Hill, or anything else!

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Hey there – my name is Glenn Coapstick, and I am a first-year at Kenan-Flagler concentrating in Consulting. Originally from Indianapolis, Indiana, I graduated in 2015 from Indiana University, Kelley School of Business where I studied finance and international business. I worked for five years in corporate finance, most recently at a Fortune 200 agriculture and chemical company. I always planned on getting my MBA and wanted to transition into consulting; when I visited Chapel Hill and chatted with some MBA Student Ambassadors, I knew it was meant to be. This coming summer, I will be working as a Summer Associate at Cognizant Consulting. Beyond school/work, I enjoy traveling, trying different restaurants, and playing guitar. I also love being outside – whether it’s cycling, waterskiing, or golfing. Feel free to reach out with any questions about being a student at Kenan-Flagler, recruiting, or living in Chapel Hill!

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Hey y’all! My name is Brittain Hughes and I’m a second year concentrating in Real Estate. I grew up in Greenville, South Carolina and graduated from Duke University with a Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy and Documentary Photography. Before coming back to get my MBA, I worked in financial services at GLG in Austin, Texas. Outside of class, I love watching Formula1, playing pickleball and golf, traveling, and grabbing drinks with classmates. Reach out anytime and I’d love to chat!

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Hi! My name is Sanam Chakraborty and I’m concentrating in Operations Management and Technology here at Kenan-Flagler. I went to undergrad at Purdue University and I grew up outside of Chicago. Prior to coming to UNC, I was a product manager in the telecom and retail industries. This upcoming summer I will be interning as a Global Procurement intern with PepsiCo. When I’m not in school I love hiking, cooking, and reading. Feel free to reach out to me with any questions about school, recruiting, or even just life in Chapel Hill!

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My name is Dan LaSorte and I am originally from Binghamton, N.Y. I went to Penn State University for my undergraduate degree where I studied finance. Prior to business school, I spent six years working in Philadelphia in the Private Wealth Management industry at Bank of America and Wells Fargo. At Kenan-Flagler, I am concentrating in Corporate Finance with the intention of transitioning to the Investment Banking industry upon graduation. Outside of work and school, I enjoy following sports, traveling, working out, reading, and golfing. I am always happy to help so feel free to reach out with questions about the MBA program, financial services industry, or anything else!

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Hi! My name is Noon and I’m originally from Sudan, Africa. I went to University of Medical Science and Technology (UMST) in Sudan for undergrad where I studied Business Administration. After graduation, I began my career at a multinational manufacturing company in Sudan as part of their two years Leadership Development Program. Within the program, I worked in sales and marketing, supply chain and business development. Right after completing the LDP, I accepted a full-time position as a project manager within the company’s PMO. My passion for more education led me to decide to move to the U.S. in 2016 to do my master’s in organizational leadership at Clarke University. Afterwards, I was fortunate enough to work for John Deere at their operations and supply management departments before coming to Kenan-Flagler. I’m looking to transition to strategy or supply management in the tech industry. Feel free to reach out with any questions about the MBA process, life at UNC, moving to the U.S. or anything else that you might be curious about!

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My name is Fielding, and I’m originally from Richmond, Virginia. I went to the University of Virginia for undergrad where I studied Civil Engineering, concentrating in structural engineering. I didn’t want to become a Structural Engineer, but I was interested in building and real estate development. So, I began my career at Balfour Beatty Construction, an international general contractor, at the firm’s Washington, D.C. division. Starting as a Project Engineer and working my way up to Assistant Project Manager, I managed the construction of two high-rise multifamily projects in the D.C. Metropolitan Area. However, I had always been interested in the larger Real Estate industry, and I wanted to get exposure to the financial aspects that had occurred behind the scenes. So, I came to Kenan-Flagler to pursue these interests and am currently looking forward to my Summer Internship with Bank of America in their Investment Banking Division in the Real Estate, Gaming & Lodging group. Please feel free to reach out with any questions about UNC, Real Estate, Investment Banking, or life in Chapel Hill!

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Hello, my name is Taylor Jackson and I am from Houston, Texas. I went to Texas A&M University (Whoop!) where I studied Human Resources and minored in Business and Psychology. After graduation, I worked as an HR generalist for Target before getting into consulting. For the last three years I have been at Deloitte in Human Capital consulting specializing in retail and consumer product clients. I am pursuing my MBA to get a better understanding of data & analytics and marketing principles to better understand how to help my clients think more strategically and pinpoint opportunities to improve their customers experiences. Feel free to reach out to me about consulting, retail, moving to North Carolina, being married while attending school, or being in business school without a traditional business background!

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Hey there! My name is Quincy, and I am originally from Ypsilanti, MI. I went to Eastern Michigan University for undergrad, studying Criminology and earning my Commission as an Army Officer. After serving in the Army for four years and completing a tour to Afghanistan, I decided to transition from Active Duty to pursue a career in Investment Management. Feel free to reach out with questions about the MBA process, Diversity Networking Programs, life at UNC, or anything else that may be on your mind!

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Hi! My name is Kevin Ortiz and I’m originally from Orlando and was born in Mexico. I went to the University of Central Florida for my undergraduate degree where I studied business administration. After graduation, I started my career with BB&T now Truist as a Student Leadership Specialist. While I was based out of Greensboro, NC, I got the chance to travel all over the US as I visited different colleges and universities to deliver leadership development programming. I am a first-generation college student and love my Latin American roots. Feel free to reach out with any questions about UNC or anything else that comes to mind. Pa’lante!

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Hi, my name is Emily and I’m originally from Maryland. I graduated from the University of Maryland with a degree in Anthropology, then served 6 years as a Marine Corps Logistics Officer. After finishing up active duty, I worked in supply chain for 2.5 years for a global mining productivity partner based in Dallas, Texas before heading to KFBS to develop my business acumen and transition to a marketing role in the healthcare industry. When I’m not studying or working, I love exploring NC with my husband Dan and my dog Betsy. Happy to answer any questions you might have, big or small!

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Hello! My name is Annie and I’m originally from Iowa. I went to the University of Notre Dame for undergrad where I double majored in English and American Studies. Post-graduation, I made my way to Chicago where I started my career in public relations. After a few internships, I transitioned over to the advertising side, specializing in social and digital marketing strategies. My client roster kept things interesting as I worked on everything from theme parks to shaving brands. My most recent role was as a digital strategist with Edelman working on cheese/snack products and grill brands. I’m planning to pursue a career in brand management with a CPG or retail company, pending how my ongoing internship search evolves. Reach out with questions about MBA applications, UNC culture, relocating to Chapel Hill or anything else that’s on your mind!

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Hello! My name is Ankita and I am an international student from India. I went to the National Institute of Fashion Technology (Bangalore, India) for undergrad where I studied Apparel & Retail Management. My passion for lifestyle products made me explore different sectors in the retail space in India and South-East Asia. After graduation, I began my career as a consultant working with brands like ASDA Stores, SuperDry, Victoria’s Secret, Disney, DC, Universal, etc. providing solutions to their sourcing problems. I have worked with AJIO.com (Reliance Retail) in the past and most recently I led Forever 21 India E-commerce business. I co-facilitate ‘breathing & meditation’ workshops as a volunteer at the Art of Living Foundation, focused on social issues. I am a trained dancer in Indian classical dance forms and a huge Disney fan (I love Mickey Mouse!). I look forward to pursuing a career in consulting after business school. Please feel free to reach out to me with questions about life at UNC, the MBA process, moving to the USA, or anything else that you might want to know!

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Hey! My name is Raider Keenan, I was named after the football team but I’m not even a fan… I grew up outside Chicago in a small farm town, but ended up in Colorado for undergrad at the University of Colorado. I was going to play soccer there but decided instead to focus on my career since I knew what I wanted to do long term. After graduation, I went into wealth management and was managing family and business owners’ wealth at a small boutique firm in Colorado Springs. Helping people align their wealth with what they want to do in their life is my true passion and it makes me feel good going home each day knowing I helped people change their lives. After business school, I plan to follow the same career path, but would like to manage a team of advisors and run a firm, so pursuing my MBA is a career enhancing step. I look forward to meeting everyone!

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Hello! My name is Han and I’m originally from China. I obtained my Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering at Dalian Polytechnic University. After graduation, I went to Japan to pursue my Master’s degree and Ph.D. degree. After completing my Ph.D. in Information Science at Nagoya University, I worked as an engineer in the automotive industry for 5 years. My passion for learning has led me to pursue an MBA at UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School. I can speak Chinese, Japanese and English. Feel free to reach out with questions about the MBA process, life at UNC, or anything else that might be on your mind!

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Hi! My name is Evan Sutton and I am originally from Birmingham, AL but I also spent three years living in Milan, Italy when I was younger. After graduating high school, I went to Auburn University where I studied chemical engineering. Outside of class, I was really passionate about the clubs and organizations I worked with and I loved being involved on campus. After I graduated from Auburn, I went to work for International Paper, first at their plant in Selma, AL and later at their plant in Pensacola, FL. I started out as a process engineer before moving into various roles in production/operations management where I was able to put my engineering and problem-solving skills to work – solving complex problems in real time. I came to UNC Kenan-Flagler to develop the skills I need to pivot to a career in consulting, where I hope to solve broader, more complex problems at a higher level.

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Hey! My name is Bryant and I am originally from Alabama. I attended Alabama A&M University for undergrad where I studied Electrical Engineering. However, during my summer internship with NASA I realized a desk job was not for me. Furthermore, I wanted to hone my leadership and interpersonal skills as well as see the world. So I joined the United States Army. I served nine years as a Combat Arms Officer. I served on multiple cross-functional teams in many different units across the globe. I am looking to leverage that experience to pursue a career in Management Consulting. I am a proud member of the UNC Kenan-Flagler Pride Club and the Black Business Student Association. Feel free to reach out with questions about the MBA process, why I chose UNC Kenan-Flagler, life in Chapel Hill, navigating the transition to civilian life, or anything else that might be on your mind!

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Hi there! My name is Madison, and I’m originally from Arlington, TX. I went to the University of Missouri (Mizzou) for both undergrad and my first master’s degree, where I studied Magazine Journalism. After graduating, I moved to New York City where I worked for three major media companies: Hearst Corporation, Meredith Corporation and Verizon Media. Most recently at Meredith and Verizon Media, I worked on the commerce teams, and my revenue-driving work inspired me to pursue an MBA to fill the gap in my business knowledge. At UNC Kenan-Flagler, I’m currently pursuing a career in marketing brand management/strategy within the tech or retail industry. Feel free to reach out with questions about the MBA process (especially if you have a “non-traditional” background!), life in Chapel Hill or anything else you’re curious about!

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My name is Carson Moss, and I was born and raised in Raleigh, North Carolina. I went to NC State for undergrad and earned a degree in Chemical Engineering with a minor in Spanish. After spending a month working at an oil refinery in St. Croix, I quickly realized I wanted a desk job, which led me to RTI International in Research Triangle Park. For the past seven years I’ve done air quality research as a technical consultant for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. I’m hoping to use transfer those technical consulting skills into a strategic consulting career after business school. I currently commute to Chapel Hill from downtown Raleigh where I live with my husband Nate and our two dogs (Winston, an English Bulldog, and Cooper, a Catahoula Leopard) and our black cat Nox (yes named after the Harry Potter spell). Feel free to reach out with questions about the MBA process, life at UNC, or anything else that might be on your mind!

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Hey! My name is Nita Hoq. I was born in Bangladesh but grew up in Boston, MA. I went to Brandeis University for my undergraduate degree where I studied Economics. Prior to business school, I spent four years working in data analytics at Liberty Mutual Insurance. Currently at UNC Kenan-Flagler, I am pursuing a concentration in consulting and am planning to leverage my data analytics background to pivot into consulting in the field. I am also a member of The Consortium for Graduate Study in Management. Feel free to reach out with any questions about The Consortium, MBA process, life in Chapel Hill, or anything else that might be on your mind!

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Hi, I’m Shaurya! I am from originally from New Delhi, India. I completed my undergrad in Economics from LSR. To feed my inquisitive and business acumen I worked in market research for over 7 years. Here I worked alongside Private Equities and Management Consulting firms solve their business and strategy problems. But soon I found myself wanting more and decided to pursue my MBA in hope to not just help but build and implement strategy. Post my MBA I hope to work in Marketing and Corporate Strategy. You can reach out to me for any questions about anything under the sun, I’d be happy to give my insights on everything UNC Kenan-Flagler, MBA and anything else.

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Hi there! My name is Arvind and I am originally from Richmond, VA. I received a formalized education in Mechanical Engineering at the undergraduate and graduate level, and then worked for five years as a Supplier Quality Engineer in the automotive and aerospace industries. After graduation, I am looking to make a career-switch into the financial services sector, specifically Investment Banking. Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions regarding the MBA application process, life at UNC, Investment Banking career recruiting, or anything else that may be on your mind!

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My name is Ben Read and I am originally from Winston-Salem, N.C. I graduated from the US Naval Academy in 2011 and served 10 years in the US Navy as a MH-60S Knighthawk helicopter pilot prior to enrolling at UNC Kenan-Flagler. One of the biggest things that drew me to UNC Kenan-Flagler was the collaborative environment. Whether it’s grabbing dinner on Franklin St with a group of friends, or working on a group project for class, UNC Kenan-Flagler’s close knit community is second to none. I am concentrating in real estate development and hoping to make an immediate impact in the Triangle area after graduation. Looking forward to answering any questions you have!

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Hi! My name is Nick, and I’m from Lancaster, Pa. I went to Penn State for undergrad and graduated in 2018 with a B.S. of Mining Engineering. After graduating I worked for two different F500 mining companies in Tampa, Florida and Gillete, Wyoming. I decided that Wyoming winters were not for me, and came back to the southeast for business school. I am concentrating in Corporate Finance and Energy, and I am involved in the Energy Club and Net Impact. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions about our energy program, recruiting, coming from an untraditional background, or anything else!

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Hi. My name is Jim Molnar. I grew up in Orlando, Florida and attended Penn State where I received my undergraduate degree. For the past 12 years I have served as an Active Duty Army Officer and will return to service upon my completion of business school. I have 6 combat deployments to various locations throughout the world. During my deployments, I have gained leadership experience and have been humbled by the people I have met and the missions I was fortunate enough to execute. I love watching sports, hiking, and challenging myself. Please feel free to reach out to me if you have any questions regarding business school, the army’s PB-GSIP/ACS, resume help or anything else!

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