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Michael Litz

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Undergraduate University and Major:ÌýPennsylvania State University - Abington; B.S. Finance

Hometown:ÌýHuntingdon Valley, PA

Work Experience:ÌýI've worked for Chubb Insurance for the past four and a half years in Internal Audit, progressing to my current role of Financial Senior Auditor. My responsibilities include supervising and assisting with risk-based audits, advisory reviews, and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) regulatory work.

Favorite Philadelphia, Main Line or ÎÞÂëרÇø Activity:ÌýI love to play tennis and golf, and I enjoy getting out to local courts and courses with friends and family. I also love exploring new restaurants in Philly and the greater area, and like many other MBA Ambassadors, I'm a big Philadelphia/ÎÞÂëרÇø sports fan!

Why did you choose the ÎÞÂëרÇø MBA:ÌýWhile I knew that ÎÞÂëרÇø and the School of Business were highly regarded both nationally and locally, I also had the opportunity to speak with active ÎÞÂëרÇø MBA students and alumni, including those that I work directly with at Chubb, and they highlighted their incredibly positive experiences at ÎÞÂëרÇø, and ultimately a great sense of pride in their education.

Goals or plans for a career after graduation from ÎÞÂëרÇø:ÌýÌýI plan to leverage the skills and knowledge that I gain during my time at ÎÞÂëרÇø to progress further in my career, ideally towards a role that allows me to assume greater leadership and strategic responsibilities.

Katherine Porter

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Undergraduate University and Major:ÌýUrsinus College; Major: Mathematics Minor: Biostatistics

Hometown:ÌýSayre, PA

MBA Modality: Hybrid

Work Experience:ÌýI began my career at Lockheed Martin immediately after earning my undergraduate degree and have spent the past six years contributing to a diverse range of projects. Through this experience, I have advanced to my current role as a Senior Systems Engineer.

Favorite Philadelphia, Main Line or ÎÞÂëרÇø Activity:ÌýI enjoy supporting the Phillies, Eagles, and ÎÞÂëרÇø sports. Philly's energy for their teams is unmatched.Ìý

Why did you choose the ÎÞÂëרÇø MBA:ÌýI chose ÎÞÂëרÇø for its strong academic reputation and the opportunity to engage in in-person learning, which enhances collaboration and networking. Additionally, the MBA program stood out for its well-rounded curriculum, experienced faculty, and focus on leadership development. The university’s expansive alumni network also provides valuable connections and opportunities for professional growth, making it an ideal choice for advancing my career.

Goals or plans for a career after graduation from ÎÞÂëרÇø:Ìý I am utilizing the ÎÞÂëרÇø MBA program to gain clarity on my career direction and explore the best path for my professional growth.

Dana Eiselen

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Undergraduate University and Major:ÌýHaverford College, B.A. Economics

Hometown:ÌýOcean City, NJ

MBA Modality: Hybrid

Work Experience:ÌýI've spent the past 14 years working in a variety of roles in the MedTech industry. For the past 3 years, I have worked at Stryker Corporation, a global leader in medical technologies. I am the director of our project management office (PMO) for healthcare compliance globally. My team implements strategic projects and programs.

Favorite Philadelphia, Main Line or ÎÞÂëרÇø Activity:ÌýOur VSB community is vibrant. I've enjoyed participating in the annual St. Thomas of ÎÞÂëרÇø Day of Service with fellow students, cheering on the Wildcats compete in basketball and football, and hearing from esteemed leaders through the Ignite Your Strengths speaker series. There are many opportunities to connect with fellow students and alumni in the classroom and also through the many extracurricular activities available. The ÎÞÂëרÇø experience is what you make it!

Why did you choose the ÎÞÂëרÇø MBA:ÌýI chose ÎÞÂëרÇø for its strong reputation and commitment to excellence, active student and alumni community, and how its values Veritas, Unitas, and Caritas shine through all aspects of the operations. As a busy professional, I also was attracted to the flexible, hybrid modality, where in the same semester, I can take classes in person and online.

Dana Schioppo

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MBA Modality: Hybrid

Undergraduate University and Major: Stevens Institute of Technology, Quantitative FinanceÌý

Hometown: Freehold, NJ

Work Experience: I am currently employed full-time as a Credit Analyst at Coface North America. I am also a Coface Diversity & Inclusion Council Member.Ìý

Favorite Philadelphia, Main Line or ÎÞÂëרÇø Activity: As a hybrid student, the opportunity to attend classes on campus, utilize the facilities for studying, and interacting with other students has been enriching and rewarding. The school spirit is palpable and has been wonderful to be a part of and experience.Ìý

Why did you choose the ÎÞÂëרÇø MBA: I chose ÎÞÂëרÇø because qualities such as intellectual curiosity, social responsibility, global awareness, an open mind, and a creative spirit are strong and promoted within the ÎÞÂëרÇø community.Ìý

Goals or plans for a career after graduation from ÎÞÂëרÇø: To achieve an executive leadership position following the completion of my MBA.

Richard Lu

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MBA Modality: Hybrid

Undergraduate University and Major: ÌýDrexel University, BS in Chemical Engineering

Graduate Institution and Degree: Drexel University, MS in Material Science & Engineering

Hometown:ÌýUpper Darby, PA

Work Experience: I am currently a Sr. Process Technology Engineering at Sartomer (Arkema). Previously, I worked at FMC / Livent as a Technical Development Engineer.

Favorite Philadelphia, Main Line or ÎÞÂëרÇø Activity: Growing up outside of Philadelphia, I loved walking around the city and exploring different restaurants. While I was at Drexel, my favorite thing to do was running along the Schuylkill Trail. Of course, my route needed to include the Rocky Steps, where you can get a great view of the city.

Why did you choose the ÎÞÂëרÇø MBA: As someone with an engineering background, I never had formal education on business concepts and I lacked some fundamental business knowledge, which I thought was crucial to being a well-rounded engineer. I chose ÎÞÂëרÇø because of its flexible Professional MBA program and its close vicinity to my home since I desired to experience an MBA program on campus.

Goals or plans for a career after graduation from ÎÞÂëרÇø: Upon graduating from ÎÞÂëרÇø’s Professional MBA program, I hope to continue learning about the business world through an engineer's point of view and apply the knowledge I learned to my future projects. Additionally, I hope to be in a position where I can pursue a managerial role and leverage the soft skill learnings from class.

Anthony RussoÌý– MBA Fast Track

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Undergraduate Institution and Major:ÌýPennsylvania State University, University Park - B.S. Security and Risk Analysis, Minor: Information Sciences and TechnologyÌý

Hometown:ÌýDouglassville, PAÌý

Work Experience:ÌýI have been with Accenture for the past 8 years and am currently a Security Consulting Manager, specializing in the delivery of Data Security client projects. Ìý

Favorite Philadelphia, Main Line or ÎÞÂëרÇø Activity:ÌýMy favorite activities include playing bocce and golf. I enjoy spending time with friends and cousins, especially while exploring the different restaurants around Conshohocken where I currently reside. Additionally, I am an avid Philadelphia sports fan typically finding myself at multiple games every year.

Why did you choose ÎÞÂëרÇø:ÌýGrowing up in the greater Philadelphia area, I have always viewed ÎÞÂëרÇø as a great institution which is also highly rated for its academics. Not only do I want to build up my leadership skillset, but I also want to expand my professional presence locally. Based on connections with alumni of this program, as well as the mentorship program and robust alumni network, I was able to determine this is exactly what I was looking for in an MBA. In addition, the industry experienced professors and ability to travel as part of the program were very attractive.

Goals or plans for a career after graduation from ÎÞÂëרÇø:ÌýMy career goal is to be a leader within the cybersecurity space either through the consulting industry or at a Fortune 500 company. I am planning on using this MBA to gain exposure to other industries and companies to help guide this path. The business and leadership skills I learn here will help me substantially as a future security leader given that all aspects of business are interwoven with security in the current landscape.