Katya Fomin MPAc 26
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Katya Fomin MPAc 26

I chose UC Davis for the close-knit community, nature and ability to grow academically while remaining involved in the music scene.

Work Experience

  • Founder, Velvet Red Productions

Previous Education

  • B.S in neurobiology, physiology and behavior; minor in professional writing, UC Davis

Fun Facts

  • I always have a yerba mate with me when I go to class.
  • I love hot yoga and pilates.
  • I enjoy spending time with friends and having game nights.
Prasanti Cuttalambakkam Nadadur MBA 26
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Prasanti Cuttalambakkam Nadadur MBA 26

I chose UC Davis for its collaborative culture, close-knit cohort, and opportunities like IMP and Industry Immersions that support real professional growth.

Student Leadership and Experience

  • Director of Marketing, GSM Student Association
  • Director of Corporate Sponsorships, GSM Student Association

Work Experience

  • Corporate Planning & Business Operation Intern, Intuit
  • Technology Consultant, Deloitte Consulting

Previous Education

  • Bachelor of Technology in Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Hyderabad, India

Fun Facts

  • I love exploring national parks and
Dillon Hill MBA 24
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Dillon Hill MBA 24

I went here for my undergrad, dropped out to work on a startup and then decided to come back for my master's degree!

Current Position

  • CEO, Cosmoforge

Previous Work Experience

  • Cofounder, SchedGo
  • Digital Campaign Manager, Omnilocal
  • Growth Marketing Consultant, Cosmoforge
  • Growth Marketing Manager, Empathable
  • Director of Astonishment, Live For Another
  • Founder, Gamers Gift
  • Digital Marketing Manager, Irish Iron

Previous Education

  • B.S. Information Science, University of Arizona

Fun Facts

  • I have led three world record events.
  • I have been on television.
  • I love to BBQ.
Kaustubh Chaturvedi MBA 26
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Kaustubh Chaturvedi MBA 26

I chose UC Davis for my MBA because of its expertise in the food and agriculture sector and its proximity to the Bay Area.

Student Leadership

  • Director of Marketing, Associated Students of Management
  • Vice President, Davis Marketing & Product Management Club
  • Director, Food & Wine Club

Previous Education

  • Master of Arts in Law and Diplomacy in international relations, Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy
  • Bachelor of Technology in electronics and communication engineering, Manipal University

Previous Work Experience

  • Assistant Manager, Invest India
  • Marketing Strategy MBA Intern, Positively Groundfish

Fun Facts

Sanjay Puri MSBA 25
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Sanjay Puri MSBA 25

I chose UC Davis for its prime location, prestigious reputation, strong alumni network, innovative curriculum and collaborative learning environment.

Current Position

  • Global Logistics Analyst at Mainspring Energy

Previous Work Experience

  • Supply Chain Lead, Philip Morris International
  • Supply Chain Manager, Brook & Ben Event Management
  • Sales and Marketing Assistant Manager, DataCheck (Credit Bureau)

Previous Education

  • Master of Science in Business Analytics, UC Davis Graduate School of Management
  • Master's in management, Institute of Business Administration (IBA) Karachi
  • Bachelor's in business
John Risner MPAc 26
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John Risner MPAc 26

I chose UC Davis for its community, campus and reputation. After earning my undergraduate degree here, the MPAc program offered the perfect opportunity to gain stability, career readiness and lasting connections.

Student Leadership

  • Supervisor and Manager for Club Sports

Previous Education

  • B.A. in economics, UC Davis

Previous Work Experience

  • Manager, UC Davis Campus Recreation
  • Teaching Assistant, UC Davis Graduate School of Management
  • Business Analysis Intern, Nexseer Capital

Fun Facts

  • I’ve never been off the mainland U.S., but that will change this winter when I travel to Hawaii!
  • I love playing sports
Andre Paradiang MBA 27
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Andre Paradiang MBA 27

I chose UC Davis because of its close-knit community and great opportunities offered by the Graduate School of Management!

Previous Education

  • B.S. in business quality management, Southwestern College

Previous Work Experience

  • Strategic Partnerships, Google
  • C-17A Crew Chief, United States Air Force

Fun Facts

  • I have a dog named Kona.
  • I love the sport of boxing.
  • I know how to brew beer.
Sarah Deng MBA 27
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Sarah Deng MBA 27

I chose UC Davis for its leadership in food, agriculture and sustainability. As a former chef and strategist, I wanted a program connecting innovation, business and science with real-world impact.

Student Leadership

  • Net Impact Vice President

Previous Education

  • B.A. in international relations; Fordham University

Previous Work Experience

  • Strategic Communications Consultant, Ceres Food Film Festival
  • Social Media and Content Partnerships Strategist, Asia Society
  • Creator, Rooted Eats

Fun Facts

  • I trained as a professional chef and once cooked in the VIP kitchen at Coachella Music Festival.
  • I used to compete as
Selina (Yingxuan) Bian MSBA 25
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Selina (Yingxuan) Bian MSBA 25

I chose UC Davis for its fantastic San Francisco location, which aligns with my interests in the tech industry and entrepreneurship. The year-long practicum project offers immersive, hands-on opportunities to apply the skills and knowledge gained in class.

Current Position

  • Solution Engineer, LiveX AI

Previous Education

  • Master of Science in Business Analytics, UC Davis Graduate School of Management
  • Bachelor's Degree in applied economics, Chinese University of Hongkong Shenzhen

Fun Facts

  • I’ve had a preference for even numbers since I was five years old.
  • I love making fancy coffee and matcha drinks.
  • I'm a
Daniela Fuentes Ramirez MBA 26
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Daniela Fuentes Ramirez MBA 26

I chose the UC Davis MBA for its flexibility, community and STEM-designated rigor. Its collaborative, analytical program strengthens my marketing expertise, sharpens my leadership skills and empowers me to grow strategically and creatively.

Student Leadership and Experience

  • Director of Marketing, GSM Student Association
  • Director of Corporate Sponsorships, GSM Student Association

Work Experience

  • Marketing and Communications Manager

Previous Education

  • B.A. in marketing and graphic design, California State University, San Bernardino

Fun Facts

  • I love traveling and learning from different cultures.
  • I enjoy
Olga Novoa Cipriani MBA 26
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Olga Novoa Cipriani MBA 26

I chose UC Davis for its collaborative MBA program emphasizing leadership, strategy and people management. The rigorous, community-driven experience and Salesforce internship prepared me to advance into inclusive, innovation-focused HR leadership.

Student Leadership

  • Hispanic Scholarship Fund Scholar (2025)
  • Chicana Latina Foundation Scholar (2025)
  • Teaching Assistant, UC Davis Graduate School of Management (2025)
  • UC Davis Ideas Competition Winner (2024)
  • Graduate Student representative, UC Chicanx/Latinx Leadership Summit (2024)

Previous Education

  • B.A. in psychology; minors in

Rushikesh Choudhury MBA 26
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Rushikesh Choudhury MBA 26

UC Davis Bay Area MBA balanced rigor with relevance, combining analytics, leadership and innovation. Collaborative peers and accessible faculty created an environment where bridging business and technology felt possible from day one.

Previous Education

  • Bachelor's of technology, Biju Patnaik University of Technology

Previous Work Experience

  • Senior Manager, Workday

Fun Facts

  • I spend time gardening, and we have 20 fruit trees that produce year-round.
  • I enjoy traveling and have visited six countries.
  • I also like cooking and often make special dishes for friends and family
Chris Ngan MPAc 26
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Chris Ngan MPAc 26

I chose UC Davis because it was the opposite of UC Riverside, where I did my undergraduate studies. I wanted something fresh, and UC Davis provided that with its strong reputation and world-class faculty.

Student Leadership and Experience

  • Welcome Chair, UC Riverside Vietnamese Student Association
  • Co-founder and Secretary, UC Riverside Adventure Club
  • Tutor, UC Riverside University Writing Program

Previous Education

  •  B.S. in business administration, UC Riverside

Previous Work Experience

  • IT Communications Intern, Seagate Technology
  • Head Writing Tutor, UC Riverside
  • Marketing Intern, Edge Branding Inc.

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Verenice Andrade MBA 24
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Verenice Andrade MBA 24

I chose UC Davis for its staff. They made me feel welcome and heard, even before I applied. I also wanted a career pivot and the curriculum aligned with my goals. Davis was a great fit for me.

Current Position

  • Principal Program Manager, PG&E

Previous Work Experience

  • Senior Paralegal, PG&E

Previous Education

  • Master of Business Administration, UC Davis Graduate School of Management
  • B.A. in international political economy & ethnic studies, UC Berkeley

Fun Facts

  • I’m Bad Bunny’s biggest fan—yes, I went to the residency in Puerto Rico.
  • I continue to do my own nails at home
Nathaniel Wentland MBA 26
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Nathaniel Wentland MBA 26

I chose UC Davis for the world class cows.

Student Leadership and Experience

  • UC Davis Veterans Success Center

Previous Education

  • B.S. in logistics and intermodal transportation, United States Merchant Marine Academy

Previous Work Experience

  • Supply Chain Intern, Intel
  • Operations Officer, Navy Reserve
  • Chief Mate, Merchant Mariner, Military Sealift Command
  • Second Mate, Merchant Mariner, Crowley Maritime

Fun Facts

  • I enjoy baking for my family and classmates.
  • My best ideas always seem to find me in parking lots.
  • My biggest hobby is sleeping in.
Marissa Hernandez MBA 25
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Marissa Hernandez MBA 25

I chose UC Davis for its strong leadership culture and people-centered community, preparing me with the business acumen to launch my career in healthcare finance at an institution I deeply believe in.

Current Position

  •  Finance Administrative Fellow, UCLA Health

Previous Work Experience

  • Administrative Supervisor, UC Davis Health

Previous Education

  • Master of Business Administration, UC Davis Graduate School of Management
  • Health Professions Post-Baccalaureate Certification, San Francisco State University
  • Bachelor’s in biological sciences, UC Davis

Fun Facts

  • My fantasy
Shrishti Gupta MSBA 25
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Shrishti Gupta MSBA 25

I chose UC Davis for its blend of technical rigor and real-world application. The practicum project, Bay Area connections and small cohort size offered the perfect balance of collaboration, career growth and hands-on experience.

Previous Work Experience

  • AI Strategy Intern, Bevalty Inc
  • Product Data Analyst, Standard Insights
  • Founder, Finanacial Consultancy
  • IT Risk Analyst, KPMG LLP

Previous Education

  • Master's of Science in of Business Analytics, UC Davis Graduate School of Management
  • Master's in economics, Mumbai University
  • Bachelor's in business administration, Mumbai
Koji Hasegawa MBA 26
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Koji Hasegawa MBA 26

I chose UC Davis for its strong presence in agriculture, flexible program format, hybrid of in-person and online classes, affordable class sizes and the strength of the UC brand.

Student Leadership and Experience

  • Bay Area MBA Ambassador

Previous Education

  • B.S. in mechanical engineering, Kansai University

Previous Work Experience

  • General Manager, Innovation Center Silicon Valley, Kubota Corporation

Fun Facts

  • I love running and have completed more than 20 marathon races.
  • I love traveling and trying new dishes around the world. 
Jaimie Asakawa MBA 24
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Jaimie Asakawa MBA 24

UC Davis provides the opportunity to make a positive impact and be the change I want to see!

Current Position

  • Media & Communications Director, Western Regional Alliance for Pediatric Emergency Management, UC Davis Health

Previous Work Experience

  • Communications Officer, Pediatric Pandemic Network
  • Business & Organizational Specialist, UC Davis School of Medicine

Previous Education

  • Master of Business Administration, UC Davis Graduate School of Management
  • Modern Languages (French & Spanish), University of Massachusetts, Lowell

Fun Facts

  • I love to run! I've run three half
Daniel Vaziri MBA 27
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Daniel Vaziri MBA 27

I chose UC Davis for its unique curriculum, strong community and career focus. The program sharpens critical thinking, supports career goals and fosters camaraderie—helping students enter the workforce prepared and ahead of the competition.

Student Leadership and Experience

  • Division I athlete

Previous Education

  • B.S. in business administration, Pepperdine University

Previous Work Experience

  • Digital Media Coordinator, WME

Fun Facts

  • I'm a huge video game nerd.
  • NYT mini games should always be played in this order: Mini Crossword, Connections, Wordle and Strands.