janetbullard131@gmail.com
Place of Employment: A.T. Whitehead, Inc.
Job Title: Owner, President
Why did you choose Western New England University’s College of Business? Because I have the highest esteem for the entire faculty as well as the management of the University.
kman73@sbcglobal.net • Place of Employment: Zygo Corporation
Job Title: Director, Marketing
Why did you choose Western New England University’s College of Business? I chose Western New England due to the beautiful campus, the excellent business program, and the ability to know my professors through small classes.
fgrimaldi@springfieldthunderbirds.com • Place of Employment: Springfield Thunderbirds
Job Title: Manager, Ticket Operations and Retention
Why did you choose Western New England University’s College of Business? I knew right from the start that Western New England was a great place to go. I could tell that the professors and administrators cared about you. They wanted to make sure you would not only succeed in the classroom, but upon graduation.
JJKRAW1971@comcast.net • Place of Employment: LGC Clinical Diagnostics
Job Title: Senior Vice President, Finance
Why did you choose Western New England University’s College of Business? My experience has been that the education and instruction I received from the 91ŃÇÉ« COB was equal or better than any other college or university based on working with hundreds of colleagues throughout my career. The COB always showed incredible interest and support while continuously challenging you to stretch your learning in both business and broader areas of study to make you the most well-rounded student. The opportunities to participate in various academic and non-academic activities were always available and I believe prepared me incredibly well for the transition into a professional career.
tmcdonald@springfieldthunderbirds.com • Place of Employment: Springfield Thunderbirds
Job Title: VP Sales & Strategy
Why did you choose Western New England University’s College of Business? The College of Business will properly prepare you for a career in many fields. The networking opportunities are second to none and it is comforting to know that there are individuals in a variety of industries that are willing to lend a helping hand.
adamwm629@gmail.com • Place of Employment: Marketing Doctor, Inc.
Job Title: Director, Client + Agency Relationships
Why did you choose Western New England University’s College of Business? Western New England University was a wonderful experience. I loved my time on campus and the personal attention given by professors. It has served me very well in the business world and I feel at home every time I come back.
brandon.w.obrien@gmail.com • Place of Employment: PwC
Job Title: Deals Manager - Project Management Advisory
Why did you choose Western New England University’s College of Business? 91ŃÇÉ«’s COB has meant so much to me—from the education I received to get me ready for my career, to the internship opportunities brought to campus, the faculty who have more than just book smarts, they provide real world experiences and opportunities for us to learn. 91ŃÇÉ« sets you up for success beyond the classroom.
jpantera1979@yahoo.com • Place of Employment: WellBiz Brands, Inc.
Job Title: Director of Franchise Sales & Development
Why did you choose Western New England University’s College of Business? Business is the ultimate equalizer for any career path. 91ŃÇÉ« is renowned for its College of Business, we are the best of the best. This path will set you up for an amazing launch point to start your career. To me, the knowledge and experience gained in the College of Business truly is priceless.
sebbyserra@yahoo.com • Place of Employment: Wayfair
Job Title: Senior Sales Coach
Why did you choose Western New England University’s College of Business? As a Western Mass local, my grandma had lived only a few streets away and I would pass the college quite a bit growing up. My plans after college were to head to Boston and start a fun adventure out there. In a classic version of “moms know best”, my mom suggested adding Western New England to my list of colleges to consider… in an attempt to keep me more local, but for the high educational reputation of the University she was aware of growing up in town. And man, was she right! Western New England’s College of Business was the right fit for me!
Between the smaller class sizes that allowed professors to get to know you, to the upbeat and homey campus feel, and the passion for teaching that echoes through each Professor, it was a no-brainer at that point. In fact, Western New England was my first of 9 college tours and the only one that felt right to me…so much so I toured twice more before starting my freshman year! I was fortunate enough to also have a work-study position in the College of Business which helped me expand my network with professors.
When it came time to determine my Masters plans, it was clear that my first choice was Western New England. The College of Business is AACSB accredited and the Master of Science in Organizational Leadership (MSOL) program was that perfectly matched build on my undergraduate degree in Management and Leadership. I felt this degree would give me the edge I need to work in corporate America to hone interpersonal and leadership skills and isn’t a specialty program found at a lot of other Universities. While concerned I would be a fully virtual student for the first time in my educational career, I was welcomed back with open arms. I had such a strong support system, still feeling that passion from professors I mentioned…just through a computer now.
To this day, I’m proudly an adjunct professor and volunteer for many College of Business functions, as professors continue to connect and keep open lines of communication that I greatly value. I always look forward to coming back to my COB Golden Bear family as much as I do my own family. I can only hope to share the same.
trextini@aol.com • Place of Employment: UnitedHealth Group/Optum
Job Title: Director Business Process/Strategic Initiatives
Why did you choose Western New England University’s College of Business? I chose 91ŃÇÉ«C for my BSBA based on the reputation of the college and great campus. After graduation, I realized as I started my career at UHG I gained more than an education. I learned “how to think” differently largely in part of how the professors, case studies, etc. crafted courses challenged us to think more broadly than the simple responses students gave. As a result, I did not think twice to get my MBA from 91ŃÇÉ«C based on my undergrad experience. The quality of professors and curriculum was amazing.
