Reiya Sheth MBA 25
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Reiya Sheth MBA 25

I chose UC Davis because of its one-of-a kind Biotechnology immersion Program. The proximity to the numerous Biotech and Pharma companies aligned well with my future career aspirations.

Student Leadership and Experience

  • Club Membership: GSM Healthcare Council, Women in Leadership

Previous Education

  • Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.B.S.), GMERS Medical College and Hospital

Previous Work Experience

  • General Physician, Iconic 1010 Hospital
  • General Physician, Milan Orthopedic and Fracture care Hospital
  • Intern Doctor, GMERS Medical College and Hospital

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    Cindy Jeon MSBA 24
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    Cindy Jeon MSBA 24

    I chose UC Davis because of its job-acclimated curriculum which will provide me a better understanding of core competencies, including a more focused insight of business analytics and computing subjects.

    Additionally, I believe the practicum project will help me to continue the momentum in my career. Lastly, it's located in California—why not!

    Student Leadership and Experience

    • Project Manager at BroadVision (MSBA Practicum Project)
    • Leader at 2024 Hackathone Champion Team
    • MSBA Graduate Student Analyst (Grad STAT)

    Previous Education

    • B.A. in Marketing and Business Administration
    Tara Rahimi MBA 24
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    Tara Rahimi MBA 24

    I chose UC Davis because it offers me the flexibility to work while expanding my education. Moreover, I love the tight-knit community of students, faculty, and staff which makes me feel supported.

    Student Leadership and Experience

    • Bay Area Student Ambassador Program

    Previous Education

    • B.S. in Exercise Physiology, California State University, Chico

    Previous Work Experience

    • Benefits Advisor, Gusto

    Fun Facts

    • I enjoy playing tennis and hiking.
    • I am bilingual.
    • I love doing puzzles.
    Danielle Kleiner-Kanter MBA 25
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    Danielle Kleiner-Kanter MBA 25

    I chose UC Davis because I am passionate about the intersection of food, agriculture, and sustainability. At the heart of these fields of study, UC Davis was a natural choice.

    Student Leadership and Experience

    • Co-President, Net Impact

    Previous Education

    • B.A. in Anthropology, Macalester College

    Previous Work Experience

    • Consumer Insights Consultant, The Hartman Group

    Fun Facts

    • I am a long distance cyclist. My favorite ride was over four days from Santa Barbara to San Diego!
    • I took up knitting during the pandemic. It is pretty cool to design and wear clothes that I have made
    Fitzjames Ryan MBA 24
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    Fitzjames Ryan MBA 24

    I chose UC Davis because it has a stellar reputation and delivers quality education. The Part-Time MBA program is flexible and allows me to pursue my degree while working full-time.

    Current Position

    • Materials Technologist at Sandia National Laboratory

    Previous Work Experience

    • Assay Technology

    Previous Education

    • B.S. in Chemistry, UC Santa Barbara
    Min Zhu MBA 25
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    Min Zhu MBA 25

    Choosing UC Davis was driven by its leadership in the food and agriculture sector and its prime location between San Francisco and Sacramento. The university's renowned programs and proximity to industry hubs offer unparalleled opportunities for hands-on learning, professional growth and a vibrant professional network.

    Student Leadership and Experience

    • Finance Association
    • Net Impact
    • Food and Wine Leadership

    Previous Education

    • B.S. in Nutrition and Food Science from University of Leeds
    • M.S. in Food Science from University of Missouri

    Previous Work Experience

    • Research and
    Nicolas Seto MBA 25
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    Nicolas Seto MBA 25

    I chose UC Davis because it offers students the chance to learn from its renowned faculty and industry leaders through tailored industry immersions in the Bay Area. 

    Student Leadership and Experience

    • Officer Role: Academic Liaison, Associated Students of Management
    • Club Membership: Net Impact, Marketing and Product Management

    Previous Education

    • B.S. in Computer Science, San Jose State University

    Previous Work Experience

    • Software Application Engineer, Workday

    Fun Facts

    • I am a big foodie who enjoys traveling, and have been to 10 countries to date.
    • My spouse and I are both
    Simrun Bhandal MBA 25
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    Simrun Bhandal MBA 25

    I choose UC Davis because it’s close to home and the school's excellent reputation.

    Student Leadership and Experience

    • ASM Director of Marketing and Outreach
    • GSM Student Ambassador Director of Outreach 

    Previous Education

    • Bachelor's in Business Marketing and Management, California State University East Bay 

    Previous Work Experience

    • Marketing Coordinator, New Faze Development
    • Marketing Coordinator, The Warren Group

    Fun Facts

    • I can’t live without coffee or soda.
    • During my free time, I enjoy cooking new recipes and baking sweet treats for my family.
    • I don’t know how to
    Allison Judy MBA 25
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    Allison Judy MBA 25

    Choosing UC Davis, I transitioned from teaching AP Chemistry in SoCal to pursue opportunities in the health industry. With a passion for curriculum management, I was drawn to UC Davis's biotech immersion program and community. The warm welcome from student ambassadors and admissions sealed my decision. I'm excited to bring that kindness forward in my interactions here.

    Student Leadership and Experience

    • Club Membership: Women in Leadership and Healthcare Council Club

    Previous Education

    • B.S. in Chemistry, Wesmont College
    • Preliminary Secondary Teacher Credential (Science), Westmont
    Kendall Richards MPAc 24
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    Kendall Richards MPAc 24

    I chose UC Davis for my undergraduate studies and was eager to extend my stay in Davis for another year.

    Student Leadership and Experience

    • Davis Women in Business- Finance Director 2022-2023
    • Davis Accounting Society- Internal Affairs Director 2022-2023 

    Previous Education

    • B.A. in Economics, UC Davis

    Previous Work Experience

    • Audit Intern at KPMG
    • Tax Intern at Andersen
    • Graduate School of Management - Teaching Assistant

    Fun Facts

    • I love to ski.
    • I enjoy live music and try to see all my favorite artists in concert.
    • I love to travel domestically and internationally.
    Jack Schaufler MBA 25
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    Jack Schaufler MBA 25

    I chose UC Davis to learn from world-class faculty in a community that values sustainability and innovation. The small cohort is appealing; I value daily interaction and a strong sense of community.

    Student Leadership and Experience

    • Club Memberships: Net Impact, Women in Leadership, Pride Network 

    Previous Education

    • B.S. in Sustainable Technology from Appalachian State University

    Previous Work Experience

    • Asset Manager, Skyline Renewables
    • Compliance Manager and Operations Analyst, Strata Solar
    • Board Member, United Solar Initiative

    Fun Facts

    • I've been to 14 counties and
    Catherine Jaber MPAc 24
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    Catherine Jaber MPAc 24

    I chose UC Davis because it is a large university with great opportunities and an expansive network.

    Previous Education

    • B.S. in Business Administration - Finance, Saint Mary's College of California 

    Previous Work Experience

    • Inventory Planner and Analyst, Banana Republic

    Fun Facts

    • I enjoy baking, and I make homemade birthday cakes for everyone!
    • I love live music, and go to a ton of concerts.
    • My undergraduate mascot was a Gael—an Irish fighting man.
    Daniela Mallard Juarez MSBA 24
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    Daniela Mallard Juarez MSBA 24

    I chose UC Davis for its competitive Master of Science in Business Analytics program and prestigious reputation. The one-year STEM program will enable me to pursue a career in analytics after graduation.

    Previous Education

    • B.A. in Economics at ITAM Instituto Tecnologico Autonomo de Mexico

    Previous Work Experience

    • Associate, Investment Banking, BBVA Mexico

    Fun Facts

    • I can speak German.
    • My father and brother are airline pilots.
    • I'm a die-hard Hello Kitty fan, but I'm actually a dog person.
    Fabiana Alves MBA 08
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    Fabiana Alves MBA 08

    I chose UC Davis for its smaller class sizes, emphasis on teamwork and leadership development, quality of life in Davis, and the vibrant Aggie atmosphere.

    Current Position

    • CEO & General Manager

    Previous Work Experience

    • I've dedicated over 15 years to Rabobank, starting right after finishing my MBA. Since then, I've held various roles within the organization. For the past eight years, I've served as a statutory director in Brazil, overseeing Commercial Departments.

    Previous Education

    • Business Specialization Certification (CEAG) , Fundação Getulio Vargas, São Paulo, Brazil

    Fun

    Lanre Akinfemiwa MBA 24
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    Lanre Akinfemiwa MBA 24

    I chose UC Davis for its Industry Immersion Program, offering diverse hands-on experience. The Graduate School of Management's collaborative ethos aligns with my values, fostering my leadership aspirations in teamwork.

    Student Leadership and Experience

    • Davis Marketing & Product Management Club
    • Entrepreneurship and Innovation Association (EIA)

    Previous Education

    • B.A. in History and Strategic Studies, University of Lagos (Nigeria)

    Previous Work Experience

    • Area Manager I, Amazon
    • Area Manager II, Amazon

    Fun Facts

    • I've been self-teaching Japanese through immersive anime
    Matthew Ejiogu MPAc 24
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    Matthew Ejiogu MPAc 24

    I chose UC Davis because of the school's great academic reputation and emphasis on fostering an inclusive environment for students and faculty. 

    Previous Education

    • B.B.A. in Accounting, University of the Pacific

    Previous Work Experience

    • Assurance Intern at Moss Adams

    Fun Facts

    • I like taking day trips to San Francisco.
    • I enjoy watching Sacramento Kings games.
    • I'm a fan of the Marvel Cinematic Universe films.
    Nicolas Oropeza MPAc 24
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    Nicolas Oropeza MPAc 24

    I chose UC Davis because for the college town environment and academic prestige. 

    Student Leadership and Experience

    • MPAc Student

    Previous Education

    • B.S.M. in Finance, Tulane University

    Previous Work Experience

    • Audit Intern, Crowe LLP

    Fun Facts

    • Tennis is both my preferred sport to play and watch.
    • I spend most of my time on the Duolingo app.
    • "Friends" will always be my go-to show.
    Aniket Goundaje MBA 26
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    Aniket Goundaje MBA 26

    Collaborative learning environment, world class faculty and proximity to tech world in the Bay Area were the key points that attracted me to the Graduate School of Management.

    Student Leadership and Experience

    • Club Membership: Finance and Product Management
    • President of Sacramento Part-Time MBA Student Association

    Previous Education

    • Bachelors of Engineering in Instrumentation and Control, University of Pune

    Previous Work Experience

    • Cloud Applications Architect - CGI
    • Senior Associate- Applications Development - Cognizant
    • Senior Software Engineer - Accenture

    Fun Facts

    • I
    Amber Sillis MSBA 24
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    Amber Sillis MSBA 24

    The program is a perfect fit with what I wanted from a graduate degree: tight-knit community, small faculty to student ratio, hands-on experience with a career-focused curriculum that adapts to the evolution of the economy.

    Student Leadership and Experience

    • Directors' Student Advisory Committee (DSAC), Curriculum Lead

    Previous Education

    • B.S. in Business Administration (IT & Strategic Management), Babson College

    Previous Work Experience

    • HRIS Technical Consultant , Kognitiv Inc.
    • Corporate Strategy Intern, EBSCO Information Services
    • Product Intern, Track.com & SecondHalf
    Amber Sillis MSBA 24
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    Amber Sillis MSBA 24

    The program is a perfect fit with what I wanted from a graduate degree: tight-knit community, small faculty to student ratio, hands-on experience with a career-focused curriculum that adapts to the evolution of the economy.

    Student Leadership and Experience

    • Directors' Student Advisory Committee (DSAC), Curriculum Lead

    Previous Education

    • B.S. in Business Administration (IT & Strategic Management), Babson College

    Previous Work Experience

    • HRIS Technical Consultant , Kognitiv Inc.
    • Corporate Strategy Intern, EBSCO Information Services
    • Product Intern, Track.com & SecondHalf