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Prachi Mishra MBA 24

I chose the UC Davis for its exceptional blend of cutting-edge technology and business acumen.

With a strong focus on innovation, collaborative leadership, and its proximity to the vibrant Silicon Valley ecosystem, the Graduate School of Management offered me a unique opportunity to cultivate the skills and alumni network necessary to excel in my product marketing role. The program's distinguished faculty, hands-on approach to learning, and commitment to inclusivity makes it ideal for someone who wants to be in the dynamic tech startup landscape.

Student Leadership and Experience

Direct

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!

Student Leadership and Experience

Entrepreneurship and Innovation Association (EIA)

Previous Education

B.S. Information Science, University of Arizona

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

Fun Facts

I have led three world record

Peter Barrick MBA 16

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Peter Barrick MBA 16

The reason why I applied to the Graduate School of Management was that it’s a catalyst at the cross section of innovation in multiple disciplines. UC Davis is a global research leader in food and beverage, food tech, agriculture and health.

Current Position

CEO at Rivalz

Previous Education

Bachelor of Arts at University of California, Davis
Master of Business Administration at University of California, Davis
Master of Arts at California State University, Sacramento

Previous Work Experience

Sonoma Brands
United States Marine Corps

Fun Facts

I am a passionate

Julissa de Gonzalez MBA 26

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Julissa de Gonzalez MBA 26

I chose UC Davis due to the proximity to the State Capitol as I knew I wanted to work in policy and the various opportunities to study abroad.

Previous Education

Bachelor of Arts, Political Science, UC Davis

Previous Work Experience

Director of Legislation, Department of Pesticide Regulation

Fun Facts

I love to travel.
I love to cook and bake.
My siblings and I are all proud Aggies.

Sayar Banerjee MSBA 23

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Sayar Banerjee MSBA 23

I chose UC Davis for its unique curriculum, diverse networking and career opportunities.

Student Leadership and Experience

Graduate Student Researcher

Previous Education

Bachelors of Arts in Economics and Statistics from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Previous Work Experience

Data Analyst, Engineering, Indihood

Fun Facts

I love cooking.
I love watching films and soccer.
I can do impressions of over 50 celebrities/personalities/characters.

Marissa Hernandez MBA 25

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Marissa Hernandez MBA 25

The MBA program has given me the guidance to define my career path, the education to transition into a new field, and the tools to set my business management goals into action.

Student Leadership and Experience

Secretary, National Association of Latino Healthcare Executives
President, Healthcare Council
American College of Healthcare Executives
California Association of Healthcare Leaders

Previous Education

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

Jialei (Emily) Sun MPAc 17

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Jialei (Emily) Sun MPAc 17

I joined the UC Davis MPAc as I believed that this program would prepare me with the knowledge and skill that I needed to become a CPA and further my accounting career

Current Position

CFO - Haykingdom

Previous Education

Master of Professional Accountancy, University of California, Davis
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration, University of California, Riverside

Previous Work Experience

Tax Manager - Campbell Taylor Washburn

Fun Facts

I enjoy gardening and I have 50+ roses in my garden.
I am a Marvel fan.
I met my husband in MPAc, and Professor Will married us.

Kritika Singh MBA 24

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Kritika Singh MBA 24

I chose UC Davis for its top-ranked academics, robust STEM programs, and prestigious reputation

Student Leadership and Experience

Director of Communications, Associated Students of Management

Previous Education

Bachelor's in Accounting Information Systems, San Jose State University

Previous Work Experience

Project Management, Fremont Bank

Fun Facts

I love traveling and have explored 22 countries.
I'm a big fan of nature and outdoor activities. I enjoy hiking, biking, snowboarding, and running.
I enjoy cooking and exploring new cuisines.

Marisol Ibarra MBA 26

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Marisol Ibarra MBA 26

I chose the UC Davis Sacramento Part-Time MBA program due to the campus being a strategic advantage, positioned at the nexus of politics and economics.

The program offers an unparalleled environment to apply classroom knowledge to real-world scenarios. This alignment with my goal of bridging policy and business, combined with the school's strong reputation, convinced me that the UC Davis Graduate School of Management is the perfect partner for my MBA journey.

Student Leadership and Experience Host of Here Comes the Sun podcast Previous Education B.A. in Political Science, Cal Poly

Genevieve Ngambia MBA 23

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Genevieve Ngambia MBA 23

I chose UC Davis for its collaborative leadership focus, close-knit community, extensive network, and strategic location near Silicon Valley.

Student Leadership and Experience

GSM Student Association Bay Area General Member, 2022-2023

Previous Education

Master's in Computer Sciences at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology in Germany

Previous Work Experience

Senior Engineering Manager at Kaiser Permanente

Fun Facts

I've lived on three different continents.
I speak four different languages.
I love singing and dancing, even if my singing is often out of tune.

Antonio Hurtado MBA 22

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Antonio Hurtado MBA 22

I chose UC Davis because I was looking for a STEM-focused program. It was especially beneficial that it offered a two-year program to ease the transition from my background in manufacturing.

Professional Experience

Technical Program Manager, Hardware, Nuro
Project Manager, Quality, Tesla

Current Position

Founder of NUEVE

Previous Education

Bachelor's of Science, Materials Science & Engineering, UC Davis

Fun Facts

I enjoy traveling, having been to 16 countries so far.
I enjoy dancing salsa, bachata, merengue, banda.
I have been published three times in the Journal of

Amita Nair MBA 24

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Amita Nair MBA 24

I chose UC Davis for exceptional training, a world-class educational experience and its amazing alumni network.

Student Leadership and Experience

Director of Career Development, Online MBA Student Association

Previous Education

Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics and Communication

Previous Work Experience

Senior Engineer with Intuit
Senior Consultant with British Telecom

Fun Facts

I love painting.
I love traveling to new places and trying new cuisines.
I love writing blogs and poetry in my free time.

Faye Wu MBA 23

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Faye Wu MBA 23

I chose UC Davis because of the school reputation and the quality of education.

Student Leadership and Experience

Net Impact, Director of Outreach

Previous Education

B.A. in Fashion Merchandising, California State University, Long Beach
A.A. in Fashion Design, Guangzhou University

Previous Work Experience

Visual Manager, COS (H&M group)

Fun Facts

I have two bunnies (lionhead & angora mix).
I used to do Bellydance for about 10 years.
I studied and obtained a psychology degree out of interest.

Alexandra Von Klan MBA 24

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Alexandra Von Klan MBA 24

I chose the Bay Area Part-Time MBA program for its commitment to student development and growth!

Professional Experience

Lead Project Manager, Otis Elevator Company

Student Leadership and Experience

Chair, Otis Pride Employee Resource Groups

Previous Education

Two bachelor's degrees in gender and women’s studies and American studies with a minor in city and regional planning at UC Berkeley

Fun Facts

I’m an avid commuter cyclist, gardener, and beginner roller skater.
I was born and raised in the SF Bay Area.
I’ve been to the elevator machine room in the Eiffel Tower!

Fatehbir Singh MPAc 23

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Fatehbir Singh MPAc 23

I chose to enroll in the UC Davis MPAc program for two main reasons: its focus on non-accounting majors and its condensed duration of just nine months.

Professional Experience

Freight and transportation

Student Leadership and Experience

Sport's Club President, San Joaquin Delta College.

Previous Education

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in finance, California State University, East Bay.

Fun Facts

I developed a deep love for snowboarding after discovering the sport two years ago.
I find immense joy in riding my electric skateboard. I

Fatehbir Singh MPAc 23

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Fatehbir Singh MPAc 23

I chose to enroll in the UC Davis MPAc program for two main reasons: its focus on non-accounting majors and its condensed duration of just nine months.

Professional Experience

Freight and transportation

Student Leadership and Experience

Joshua Hubbard MBA 24

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Joshua Hubbard MBA 24

UC Davis has an incredible reputation, and I appreciate the flexibility offered in the Part-Time MBA program. I also like the mix of online and in-person classes.

Professional Experience

Assistant News Director, ABC-7, The Walt Disney Company
Assistant News Director, KHOU-11, Tegna
Executive Producer, KUSA-TV, Tegna/Gannett
Executive Producer, KCRA-TV, Hearst

Previous Education

Bachelor of Arts, Broadcast Journalism, Syracuse University

Fun Facts

I have 3 kids and 3 dogs!
My sister used to be a Buddhist nun in France, and now she is pursuing her MBA as well.
I met my wife

Vaaridhi Mathur MSBA 2023

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Vaaridhi Mathur MSBA 2023

I chose UC Davis because I firmly believed that within a year, it could facilitate my technical, professional and personal growth. Since joining the MSBA cohort, I have enjoyed collaborating with a diverse group of individuals in a sandbox environment, where I can pursue my passions, delve into new areas of interest and enjoy the experience along the way.

Professional Experience

Senior Data Analyst, Goldman Sachs

Student Leadership and Experience

Project Manager at Gain Credit (MSBA Particum Project)
Member of Women's Network & LGBTQ+ Ally Community at Goldman Sachs
Co-Founder and

Lauren Goldenberg MBA 23

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Lauren Goldenberg MBA 23

I chose UC Davis because of its prominence in the wine industry, its proximity to Northern California wine country and Silicon Valley, and its reputation as a school.