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Bretteill Davidoff MBA 25

I chose the UC Davis Online MBA for its flexibility, rigor, and real-world focus, enabling me to grow professionally while balancing work and connecting with like-minded peers across diverse industries.

Student Leadership and Experience

Director of Events, GSM Student Association Online MBA

Previous Education

Bachelor's in business administration, California State University, Stanislaus

Previous Work Experience

Transportation Coordinator, PepsiCo

Fun Facts

I love experimenting in the kitchen and trying recipes from different cultures.
I’m passionate about exploring new

Adaeze Crenshaw MPAc 25

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Adaeze Crenshaw MPAc 25

I chose the UC Davis MPAc program for the intimate, rigorous, and dedicated learning environment.

Previous Education

B.S. in accounting, Xavier University of Louisiana
B.A. in art, Xavier University of Louisiana

Previous Work Experience

Forensic Advisory Intern, KPMG

Fun Facts

I have been a gallery assistant.
I can turn a bull into a steer.
I am a french fry connoisseur.

Rohit Desai MSBA 24

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Rohit Desai MSBA 24

I chose the UC Davis MSBA program for its hands-on learning, expert faculty, and technical curriculum.

The year-long practicum project applies analytics to real-world challenges, making it ideal for aspiring data and AI professionals in San Francisco’s innovation hub.

Student Leadership and Experience

Management, SolarMobil
Management, DPS Hyderabad

Previous Education

Bachelor's in technology, Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal, MAHE

Previous Work Experience

Data Analyst, HP
Software Engineer, Innova Solutions
Data Analyst Intern, KPMG India

Fun Facts

I'm a

Tom Garberson MBA 25

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Tom Garberson MBA 25

“I chose the Part-Time MBA program for its flexibility, excellence and innovation. Proud to be a Triple Aggie, continuing my journey after earning my bachelor's degree and juris doctor at UC Davis.”

Student Leadership and Experience

Student Ambassador, IMPACT fellow

Previous Education

B.A. in sociology, UC Davis
J.D. in law, UC Davis

Previous Work Experience

General Counsel, Eskaton

Fun Facts

I wore a chicken suit and led the Chicken Dance on live TV to kick off the Sacramento Walk to End Alzheimer's during my first month as an MBA student.
I recently realized that I’ve

Vatsal Nanawati MSBA 25

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Vatsal Nanawati MSBA 25

I chose the UC Davis MSBA program because of its strong emphasis on applying analytics to solve real-world business problems, particularly through the year-long practicum project. The program’s proximity to the tech hubs of San Francisco and Silicon Valley also offers incredible networking and career opportunities.

Student Leadership and Experience

Database & Web Development Head, Society of Automotive Engineers
Sponsorship & Project Head, Stage8 Productions
Core Committee Member, Tech Tatva & Revels
National Cadet Corps

Previous Education

Bachelor of Technology, Mechatronics

Taylor Stanton MBA 24

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Taylor Stanton MBA 24

Attending UC Davis for my undergraduate degree was one of the best decisions of my life. As my career progressed, I realized UC Davis was the ideal place for my growth as a business leader. The Graduate School of Management has truly helped me think like a CEO.

Current Position

Director of Communications and Marketing, Gradient Learning The Chan Zuckerberg Initiative's Flagship Nonprofit

Previous Work Experience

Senior Marketing and Communications Manager, Rakuten Intelligence

Previous Education,

B.S. in political science, UC Davis

Fun Facts

I love hiking and have climbed

Yuna Kim MSBA 24

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Yuna Kim MSBA 24

I chose UC Davis for its academic rigor and proximity to Silicon Valley. The MSBA program, with its practicum project and Aggie Hackathon 2024, helped me transition from traditional marketing to data analytics.

Previous Work Experience

Marketing Analyst, Hear.com
Brand Marketing Associate, Unilever

Previous Education

MSBA, UC Davis Graduate School of Management
Business Administration, Ajou University

Ayan Mani

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Ayan Mani

UC Davis Undergraduate

I chose UC Davis to stay close to home in the Bay Area while receiving an excellent education from a top research university. My favorite thing about Davis is its tight-knit community despite being a large school.

Student Leadership and Experience

Director of External Affairs, AggieWorks

Previous Education

B.A. in economics at UC Davis, College of Letters & Sciences
B.S. in statistics at UC Davis, College of Letters & Sciences

Previous Work Experience

Student Researcher, Center for Analytics & Technology in Society at UC Davis Graduate School of Management

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Anirudh Murugesan

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Anirudh Murugesan

UC Davis Undergraduate

I chose UC Davis because of the enriching academic environment, tight-knit social community, and high potential for career growth and opportunities!

Student Leadership and Experience

Founder, AI Student Collective
Product Manager, AggieWorks
Advisor, Product Space

Previous Education

B.S. in applied statistics, UC Davis
B.S. in computational cognitive science, UC Davis

Previous Work Experience

Product Management Intern, Visa Direct Client Solutions

Fun Facts

I enjoy getting involved with nonprofit and youth development initiatives.
I love playing basketball and

Ryan Advincula MBA 26

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Ryan Advincula MBA 26

As a Sacramento native, I grew up visiting UC Davis and appreciate the bustling college town. I'm proud to be both a student and an employee here.

Student Leadership and Experience

Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging, GSM Student Association Sacramento
Mentor, Sacramento Kings Fastbreak
GSM Pride Network

Previous Education

B.A. in political science and theater and performance studies, UC Berkeley

Previous Work Experience

Assistant Director of Development, UC Davis College of Letters and Science
Associate Director of Development, San Francisco Playhouse

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Liza Santa Ana MBA 25

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Liza Santa Ana MBA 25

I chose the UC Davis MBA program for its reputation, diversity in students, and flexibility.

Previous Education

B.A. in integrative biology, UC Berkeley

Previous Work Experience

Managerial Consultant, Kaiser Permanente

Fun Facts

I'm a new mom.
I have an English dog named Deebo.
I earned a third-degree black belt in Taekwondo a long time ago.

Henna Sawhney MBA 24

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Henna Sawhney MBA 24

UC Davis was my only MBA application due to its balance of professional development, STEM focus, flexible course load, and excellent teaching. As a healthcare professional, I'm grateful for my decision.

Previous Education

B.A. in women's studies at University of California, Berkeley
M.D. at St. George's University of London
M.P.H. at University of Southern California

Previous Work Experience

Clinical Research Coordinator, University of California, San Francisco Medical Center
Public Health Advisor, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Surgical Neurophysiologist, Los

Andy Collins MBA 25

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Andy Collins MBA 25

I chose to attend UC Davis for two main reasons. The first was after I spoke to several people who had either attended or were attending, I learned that they all had the same things to say, "The education is great, but the people and the tight-knit family community is what sets this place apart." After having been enrolled in the program for one year, I can confirm that the previous statement is true. At Davis, you are more than just a student to attend class; you are part of a larger family where you always learn from each other's past experiences.

The second reason I chose UC Davis is

Nye Smarr

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Nye Smarr

UC's Summer Institute for Emerging Managers and Leaders, UC Davis, May 2024

Delaware State University - Student Leadership and Experience

Treasurer, Student Government Association (2024-2025)
President, Financial Planning Club (2024-2025)
Treasurer, Honors Program (2023-2024)
Corresponding Secretary, Sophomore Class (2023-2024)
Vice President, Financial Planning Club (2023-2024)

Previous Education

Peddie High School

Previous Work Experience

Markets Fellow, J.P. Morgan (2023)
Corporate Analyst, J.P. Morgan (2024)
UBS Student Analyst for Women's History Month under the Make

Verenice Andrade MBA 24

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Verenice Andrade MBA 24

I chose UC Davis for its flexible program, conducive environment, and transparent admissions process. The collaborative atmosphere and convenient Part-Time MBA program made it the perfect choice for my career change.

Current Position

Senior Paralegal, Pacific Gas & Electric Company

Previous Work Experience

Paralegal, Sundeen Salinas & Pyle

Previous Education

Bachelor of Arts, UC Berkeley

Fun Facts

I speak 3.25 languages (English, Spanish, Portuguese, and Arabic).
During the pandemic, I mastered DIY gel manicures, and now host nail workshops with other GSM nail enthusiasts

Kristy MaKieve MBA 15

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Kristy MaKieve MBA 15

UC Davis GSM was a natural choice for me. The professors were of the same caliber as my Ivy League undergraduate faculty, and the Sacramento MBA campus was conveniently located.

Current Position

CEO, Healthy Rural California

Previous Work Experience

Director of Admissions, UC Davis Graduate School of Management
Director of Membership, California Medical Association
Administrative Director, Behavioral Health Center of Excellence
Executive Analyst, UC Davis School of Medicine
Development and Communications, UC Davis Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing

Previous Education

Gennaro Tecchia MBA 23

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Gennaro Tecchia MBA 23

I chose UC Davis because of its close-knit community, collaboration, diversity, and strong alumni network, aligning perfectly with my business administration background and career goals.

Current Position

Deployment Project Manager, Project Management & Shared Services, Kaiser Permanente

Previous Work Experience

Business Consulting Services Graduate Intern, Project Management & Shared Services, Kaiser Permanente
Founder, Consulting, GT Media Consulting
Business Development Lead, Business Development, GradRight Inc.
Head of Marketing, Marketing, Powered By Pros Inc.
Director of

Aashi Mehrotra MBA 25

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Aashi Mehrotra MBA 25

I chose UC Davis for its biotech immersion, which offers hands-on experiences and a curriculum deeply rooted in biotechnology.

Its location near the biotech hub provides easy access to leading companies, facilitating industry connections, internships, and full-time opportunities.

Student Leadership and Experience

ASM Board Member: Director of Career Services
Club Membership: GSM Healthcare Council, Product Management

Previous Education

Post Graduation (Pathology): Kasturba Medical College, Manipal
Graduation (M.B.B.S.): M.G.M. Medical College, Aurangabad

Previous Work

Rohan Ranshinge MSBA 19

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Rohan Ranshinge MSBA 19

I chose UC Davis for its balanced MSBA program, offering technical and business courses, and a year-long practicum project to apply learning in real-world settings.

Current Position

Marketing Analyst, Google

Previous Work Experience

Accenture
The Home Depot
Google

Previous Education

B.S. in Engineering, University of Mumbai
MSBA, UC Davis Graduate School of Management

Fun Facts

I am a self-taught guitar player.
I completed a 5K military obstacle course called the Devil's Circuit.
There are two of me! I have a twin who was also in the same MSBA program, and we both

Alice Vega MBA 24

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Alice Vega MBA 24

I chose UC Davis because of its cohort-based structure which helped me build a strong network. I was drawn to the diverse course offerings, especially the chance to study abroad.

Student Leadership and Experience

Club Membership: Women in Leadership
Director of Finance, GSM Student Association Sacramento 2022-2023

Previous Education

B.A. in Business Administration, Concentration in Accounting, San Jose State University

Previous Work Experience

Senior Accountant - Quick Quack Car Wash
Staff Accountant - Catana Bio (formerly Dovetail Genomics)
Assurance Staff - Moss Adams, LLP