Annual Report
LACY SCHOOL BUSINESS of 2025–2026
An Elite Business Education
A Letter from the Dean
We are thrilled to share the Lacy School of Business (LSB) first-ever Annual Report, a bold milestone in itself, and a fitting reflection of the accomplishments and progress it proudly represents.
Through extensive analysis and feedback, we concluded that our business programs are uncommonly valuable. The experiences, outcomes, and employer recognition our students receive are not exceptions; they are our standard. Together, they form what we confidently define as an elite business education. This distinctiveness gives LSB a strategic advantage—one that must be cultivated, supported, and proclaimed.
Our programs are intentionally high-touch, experiential, and personalized. They blend the best of a small-school community with opportunities more commonly associated with much larger institutions. When prospective students see what we offer—including the life and career outcomes our students enjoy—they increasingly recognize that we compete with the very best business schools in the world.
Among our strongest points of differentiation are:
› Career Mentors: A career-readiness model with industry experts guiding students and a No. 1 ranking*
› First-Year and Real Business (Sophomore) Courses: A twocourse sequence grounded in solving real business problems, also No. 1 ranked*
› Two Required Internships: A distinctive model dating back to the 1990s, replicated by few universities
› C-Suite Operational Opportunities: A portfolio of studentcreated and student-run businesses that allows students to lead before graduation
Experiences like these resonate not only with prospective students, but also with corporate recruiters, industry partners, and future collaborators.
*Rankings displayed on page 5
At the same time, one of our near-term challenges is telling our story more boldly and more broadly—especially at a moment of extraordinary momentum. The recognitions featured in this report mark one of the most celebrated periods in our school’s history. Yet behind these accolades are the personal stories that give them meaning: faculty innovation, student success, alumni leadership, and lives changed through a Lacy education.
Sustaining and extending this excellence requires intentional investment. As we shape the next strategic plan to guide LSB forward, I invite you to join us as partners in this work. Your support helps ensure our programming remains among the very best and that we continue to expand the opportunities our students receive.
Looking ahead, we are finalizing a new strategic plan that will guide how the Lacy School of Business delivers a transformational education in a rapidly changing world. Our previous plan—initially designed as a five-year roadmap— has reached most of its goals ahead of schedule, a reflection of disciplined execution and institutional momentum. Building on that strength, our next plan adopts a three-year horizon, allowing greater agility in a dynamic landscape.
Shaped through extensive input from students, parents, alumni, faculty, and school leadership, the plan reflects our shared values and our highest aspirations. It builds on what we do best today and introduces innovative initiatives that prepare our students for the realities of an evolving business environment. In doing so, it positions the Lacy School of Business to extend this period of distinction into one of enduring leadership.
Thank you for being part of this remarkable community.
Craig Caldwell Dean, Lacy School of Business Butler University
Lacy School of Business
At the Lacy School of Business, excellence is the standard—and it’s measurable. National rankings, student success metrics, and program recognitions reflect a school deeply committed to experiential learning, world-class teaching, and individualized support. These achievements underscore our mission: to prepare students not only for meaningful careers, but for lives of purpose, leadership, and impact.
Dr. Matthew Lanham
2026 MODEL RE-EMERGING PROGRAM of the YEAR
United States Association of Small Business & Entrepreneurship (USASBE)
ONLINE MBA PROGRAM 2026 U.S. News & World Report
Ranked ahead of institutions such as the Wharton School (UPenn), Kelley School of Business (IU), and Mendoza College of Business (Notre Dame) Student Success & Engagement
Top25 LARGEST STUDENT-MANAGED INVESTMENT FUNDS
Center for Investment Research
JOB PLACEMENT RATE WITHIN SIX MONTHS of GRADUATION
INDIANA STATE CHAMPIONS (MOS 2026): Students ranked 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 8th, and 10th
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
Jenna Burd
Senior Marketing and Entrepreneurship and Innovation Major
Igniting Entrepreneurial Courage
Jenna Burd ’26 didn’t just study entrepreneurship at the Lacy School of Business—she experienced it first-hand. Growing up in a household where both parents left traditional career paths to build their own companies, she absorbed the realities of building something from nothing.
“They showed me entrepreneurship isn’t reserved for a select few,” she says. “Why not me?”
That question shaped her path at Butler. As a Marketing and Entrepreneurship and Innovation major, Jenna sought every opportunity to turn classroom concepts into real-world momentum.
What she found at LSB was an ecosystem that matched her ambition: faculty mentors who invested in her growth, peers who pushed her thinking, and programs designed for students ready to build, test, and lead.
A defining moment in Jenna’s LSB experience came through the Real Business Experience (RBE) program, where she served as VP of Sales and CEO for the Men of Butler novelty calendar. Leading a student-run venture taught her lessons most students don’t encounter until years into their careers.
“I had to learn very quickly how to delegate, how to empower people, and how to step back while still keeping the vision on track,” she says.
That experience, she believes, was foundational to walking into entrepreneurship with confidence.
During a backpacking trip through Morocco, Jenna kept hearing one word echoing through the markets and streets: Yalla—“let’s go.” The phrase captured exactly what entrepreneurship meant to her: action, movement, no waiting for permission.
She brought that energy home to Indianapolis and founded Yalla Solutions, a digital-first fractional CMO agency helping startups and service businesses build powerful marketing systems.
At Yalla, Jenna leads a growing team of student contractors from Butler, a leap she says would have been far more daunting without the training
she gained at LSB. The agency allows her to merge her strategic mind with technical skills in digital marketing and emerging AI tools. It’s fast-growing, nimble, and already serving clients in multiple countries.
Jenna credits LSB’s entrepreneurship ecosystem—especially mentorship from lecturer Nick Smarrelli—for accelerating her success.
“It’s one of a kind,” she says. “The connections, resources, and mentorship… I wouldn’t be where I am without it.”
Beyond strategy and marketing execution, Jenna says LSB shaped her as a peoplecentered leader. Group projects, hands-on ventures, and mentorship helped her develop empathy, emotional intelligence, and the ability to identify what motivates others.
“At some point, your role becomes less about doing everything yourself and more about helping others thrive,” she says. “LSB taught me how to lead in a way that brings people with me.”
Those lessons show up every day as she manages her growing team, serves clients, and scales Yalla Solutions.
Jenna’s vision for the future is clear: expand her agency, deepen her expertise in AIdriven marketing, and become the go-to fractional marketer for service businesses in Indianapolis. She loves the flexibility of entrepreneurship, the ability to work from home, and the chance to build a company that aligns with her values. She wants to continue growing the business internationally, building on the foundation she formed at Butler while staying rooted in the Indianapolis community.
Jenna is outspoken about one message she hopes other students and prospective students take from her journey:
“Prioritize speed over perfection. You don’t have to have a business plan. You just have to start. Bet on yourself.”
She believes the LSB environment gives students a rare advantage: access to mentors, alumni, real-world experience, and a community built for people who want to create something meaningful.
“If you’re thinking about entrepreneurship, there’s no better place to plant your roots,” she says. “This is the community that helps you make it happen.”
If you’re thinking about entrepreneurship, there’s no better place to plant your roots. This is the community that helps you make it happen. “ “
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
Eric Bedrosian
Senior Marketing and Finance Major
Leading with Purpose and Possibility
For Eric Bedrosian ’26, leadership isn’t defined by titles—it’s defined by impact. Over his four years at Butler University, he’s left a mark few students can match.
When he reflects on his time at the Lacy School of Business, one theme rises above the rest: Butler is a “yes” community. It’s where mentors open doors, classmates become collaborators, and ambition is met with opportunity. Eric simply made the most of every “yes” that came his way.
Eric grew up in Fishers, Indiana, surrounded by Butler alumni who shaped his life long before he stepped on campus.
“By the time I began my college search, Butler was already at the top of my list,” he says.
What sealed the deal was the kindness and accessibility of LSB faculty during his decision-making process. Small classes, meaningful relationships, and a powerful alumni network made Butler feel like home before day one.
Once on campus, Eric wasted no time jumping in. As a first-year student, he founded Butler University Collegiate DECA—a chapter that has since grown to more than 250 members, making it the second-largest in the world. His leadership propelled him even further: during his sophomore year, he was elected International President, representing more than 295,000 members globally and directly serving over 5,500 collegiate members. During his term, he helped launch 53 new collegiate chapters.
Today, he continues to strengthen the organization as the first State President of Indiana Collegiate DECA.
“None of this would have happened without Butler,” he says. “This University supports students who want to create something meaningful. Someone is always there to help you take the next step.”
Eric’s academic experience was equally transformative. His favorite course—Sales Management with Todd Wottring—helped him understand the sales pipelines and gave him a chance to collaborate on the Real Business Experience storefront, a new permanent space where
student ventures operate and sell their products. The real highlight, however, was the professor behind the course.
“Professor Wottring is hilarious, down-to-earth, and genuinely cares. I’ll carry his mentorship with me long after graduation.”
Across five internships in finance, marketing, and operations, Eric put his classroom knowledge to work in sectors ranging from banking to wealth management to the second-largest Arby’s franchisee in the world. He credits LSB for preparing him to contribute from day one.
“Many organizations hire Butler students because we’re truly ready for life after graduation,” he says.
The mentor who left the deepest mark on him is Nick Smarrelli. What began as a simple ask during Eric’s sophomore year evolved into one of the most important relationships of his college career.
“He’s pushed me, grounded me, supported me, and advocated for me. Nick is my mentor, advisor, and friend. I’m incredibly grateful.”
Eric’s success has been recognized across campus and beyond. He is a recipient of several of the Lacy School of Business’s most prestigious honors—including the Jack Engledow Endowed Scholarship, the William T. Rasmussen Memorial Scholarship, and the Charles O. McGaughey Leadership Award (twice). These awards reflect not only his academic excellence and work ethic, but his integrity, entrepreneurial mindset, and ability to elevate the people and organizations around him.
When Eric thinks about what he’s learned at LSB, his biggest takeaway is confidence.
“Imposter syndrome is real,” he says. “But you earned your place. You earned your opportunities. Lead with confidence—you’re ready.”
After graduation, Eric hopes to stay in Indianapolis and pursue a sales role that blends professional growth with personal fulfillment. Eventually, he aims to become a franchise owner and create a foundation that gives back to the communities that shaped him. And one day, he dreams of returning to a university like Butler to teach.
“I’ve been supported by an incredible community,” he says. “Butler gave me the courage to lead. Now it’s my turn to help others do the same.”
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I’ve been supported by an incredible community. Butler gave me the courage to lead. Now it’s my turn to help others do the same.
FACULTY SPOTLIGHT
Dr. Kuhelika De
Associate Professor of Economics
A Global Lens on Economics, Research, and Student Impact
Dr. Kuhelika De’s passion for economics is unmistakable. When she talks about monetary policy, business cycles, or inequality, her enthusiasm brings complex ideas to life. For her, economics goes beyond theory; it serves as a lens for understanding the world and shaping a better society.
Her academic journey began in India, sparked by a high school teacher who introduced her to economics and encouraged her curiosity. That early influence eventually took her from India to the United Kingdom and then to the United States, where she earned her PhD in Economics from the University of Georgia in 2017, specializing in monetary economics.
Before joining the Lacy School of Business, Dr. De built a strong foundation as an economist and teacher, earning recognition for her early scholarly contributions. When she arrived at LSB in 2023, she was drawn to its small class sizes, nationally recognized reputation, and culture of innovation.
“There’s such a positive externality here,” she says with a laugh. “My colleagues and the senior faculty have been incredibly supportive. Their energy inspires you to grow, to innovate, to do more.”
A Commitment to Students and Mentorship
While her résumé reflects significant accomplishments, Dr. De lights up most when she talks about her students.
“Interacting with students is the best part of my job,” she says. “Professors play a role beyond teaching—we are mentors and advisors. In some ways, we come next to parents in shaping a student’s future.”
LSB students, she noted, are sincere, engaged, entrepreneurial, and full of ideas. She teaches courses including Principles of Macroeconomics, Intermediate Macroeconomics, and Money and Banking. Her goal is to help students understand both the theoretical and the practical dimensions of economics and to see themselves as global citizens.
Research with Global Impact
Dr. De has recently published significant research in highly respected journals. In 2024, her paper Business Cycles and Healthcare Employment appeared in Health Economics, offering new evidence that the U.S. healthcare sector is not recession-proof—contrary to conventional wisdom.
In 2025, her paper Inequality, Household Credit Shocks, and House Price Dynamics was published in the IMF Economic Review, one of the premier journals in her field. Using data from 42 countries, she demonstrated how income and wealth inequality amplify housing market fluctuations, drawing lessons from the 2008 financial crisis. Her message is clear: without addressing inequality, economic stability is at risk.
For these contributions, she received the Lacy School of Business’s Research with Impact award in 2025.
However, for Dr. De, research is not about prestige—it’s about helping people.
“The main purpose of my research is to improve human well-being,” she says.
“Understanding causes of economic fluctuations helps us design better policies, reduce hardship, and build more resilient economies.”
Her research examines the impact of remittances on business cycles, climate change, and housing markets, alongside policies for economic and financial stability.
Though her work spans continents, Dr. De sees strong connections between her research and Indiana’s economic landscape. Issues related to credit markets, inequality, and international finance all play a role in shaping investment, growth, and workforce trends across the Midwest.
Dr. De views her work at Butler as a blend of research, teaching, and mentorship.
“Students are creative, curious, and full of ideas,” she says. “My job is to help them discover what’s meant for them and give them the tools to pursue it.”
My job is to help them discover what’s meant for them and give them the tools to pursue it. “ “
FACULTY SPOTLIGHT
Meredith Rhoads
Assistant Professor of Marketing
Understanding Community Through the Marketplace
Dr. Meredith Rhoads’ path into marketing began long before she formally entered the field. Growing up in her father’s furniture store in West Frankfort, Illinois, she saw firsthand how local businesses strengthen community ties, build trust, and support families. Those early experiences shaped her belief that marketing is, at its core, about people: their needs, values, and the communities they form.
Her academic interest grew at Southern Illinois University Carbondale, where she majored in Marketing. During her MBA program, she worked on a faculty-led research project studying elderly consumers and their interactions with service providers.
“That project opened my eyes,” she says. “It showed me how marketing touches vulnerable populations—and how the marketplace can preserve or diminish dignity.”
After earning her MBA, Dr. Rhoads joined the new product development team at Anheuser-Busch. She explored new beverage concepts, studied emerging markets, and spent time observing consumers in real-life settings. She found herself repeatedly drawn to qualitative research. That curiosity led her to pursue a PhD in Marketing at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
There, her research identity took shape. Dr. Rhoads became deeply interested in how people experience community, how neighborhoods influence social connection, and how marketplace systems can either promote inclusion or create barriers.
“I grew up in a place where people showed up for each other,” she says. “That has guided my research from the beginning.”
Teaching Through a Human Lens
Although her background includes both industry experience and advanced scholarship, Dr. Rhoads lights up when she talks about students.
“Interacting with students is the best part of my job,” she says.
“They’re curious, insightful, and eager to understand how marketing shapes everyday life.”
At the Lacy School of Business, she teaches Consumer Behavior, Advertising, and Principles of Marketing. She integrates psychology, sociology, anthropology, and design thinking into her courses, encouraging students to think deeply about why consumers behave the way they do—and how marketing can serve people responsibly.
“We live in a consumer society,” she says. “Marketing touches everything. I want students to see both the power and responsibility of that.”
Research That Strengthens Communities
Dr. Rhoads’ research explores the intersection of community and the marketplace. Her work examines:
› how neighborhoods and urban design shape social relationships
› how small and local businesses serve as community anchors
› how vulnerable consumers navigate essential goods and services
Her recent paper Service Design for Humanitarian Value, published in the Journal of Service Research, highlights this focus. Working with a longtime research team, she studied a wide range of social service providers to understand how they create value. The resulting framework identifies three layers of humanitarian value: triaging immediate needs, supporting capacity development, and empowering individuals to build sustainable independence.
Finding Home at Butler
After exploring faculty opportunities nationwide, Dr. Rhoads knew she wanted to return to the Midwest. Butler stood out immediately.
“From the moment I stepped on campus, it felt like home,” she says. “People here care about people. They care about community.”
Now in her second year at LSB, she is energized by the school’s collaborative culture and its commitment to meaningful, locally engaged research. She looks forward to strengthening connections with Indianapolis businesses, nonprofits, and policymakers.
“There’s tremendous opportunity for backyard research here,” she says. “We can help make Indianapolis stronger.”
From the moment I stepped on campus, it felt like home. People here care about people. They care about community. “ “
A Career Mentorship Model That Transforms Futures
At the Lacy School of Business, career development is built into the student experience from day one. Thanks to one of the most robust, relationship-driven mentoring models in the country, students receive the kind of personal guidance typically reserved for seasoned professionals.
Each business student is paired with a personal career mentor the moment they arrive on campus. These mentors are former C-suite leaders and senior executives who have shaped industries at companies including Cummins, Anthem, Roche, and IBM. Their decades of experience become a living curriculum for students, who learn not only how to prepare for a career, but how to build a life of purpose and leadership.
Mentors help students explore interests, identify strengths, and map out an intentional four-year plan. They offer practical advice, industry insight, and honest feedback that accelerates both confidence and competence.
Career mentors often speak about how deeply personal and mutually beneficial the experience becomes.
“While teaching career skills, we teach life skills: authenticity, persistence, resilience, gratitude, and the power of human connection. The payoff for our students is more than a job, it’s the path to a fulfilling life.”
– Randy Brown, Former Chief HR Officer, WellPoint (Anthem)
“Giving students the motivation and opportunity to explore and create themselves during their college years is a joy. Developing strategies for success and guiding students to achieve beyond their own expectations is the most rewarding part of mentorship. I learn as much as the students do.”
– Eloise Paul, Former Senior VP of Merchandising, Paul Harris
These are not transactional relationships. They are foundational, long-lasting partnerships that often extend well beyond graduation.
Alongside executive mentorship, students follow the Butler Blueprint, a developmental model that builds career readiness, leadership capacity, and self-knowledge one semester at a time.
FIRST YEAR: Self-discovery, Myers-Briggs assessment, alumni panels, career exploration.
SOPHOMORE YEAR: Skill identification, résumé development, networking foundations, interview preparation.
JUNIOR YEAR: Internship and job search strategies, expanded connections.
SENIOR YEAR: Financial literacy, evaluating job offers, long-term career success planning.
Throughout every stage, students have a full support system behind them: academic advisors, executive career mentors, and a powerful alumni network.
This intensive, relationship-centered approach has earned national distinction. In the Poets&Quants 2025 rankings, LSB was recognized as the #1 program for career advising in the nation, underscoring the strength and impact of its mentoring model.
And the results speak for themselves:
These outcomes represent far more than statistics, they reflect a school where students are known, guided, supported, and empowered to succeed.
Lori Coe, who has been instrumental in shaping the program is excited that the program is expanding to all Butler students:
“Over the past decade, I have witnessed the transformational impact of the career mentoring program, and I am excited that more students will benefit from the personal and professional guidance of a dedicated career mentor during their Butler experience,” the Associate Director of Career and Professional Success says.
From the first year to long after graduation, the Lacy School of Business career mentoring model builds something powerful: confidence, clarity, and a network of champions helping students step boldly into the business world.
DONOR SPOTLIGHT
Matt Arnold
Matt Arnold ’94, a proud Lacy School of Business graduate and former owner of LOOK Trailers and its affiliated companies, has built a career defined by entrepreneurial grit, innovation, and a deep appreciation for the lessons learned at Butler. Under his leadership, LOOK Trailers rose to become the nation’s largest enclosed cargo trailer manufacturer, a success he credits in part to the foundation he received as a Marketing student in the early 1990s.
Today, Matt and his wife, Tammy Hollis Arnold—who together helped fund the Lacy School of Business Innovation Commons—are passionate supporters of Butler and its students. With strong generational ties to Butler, Matt is the father of a Butler graduate (Gabriella Arnold ’22) and stepfather to a current Butler student (Turner Embry ’27). His enduring gratitude drives his commitment to giving back, honoring his family’s legacy, and helping future Bulldogs.
Q: Is there a personal experience, memory, or moment that motivated your giving?
The memories I have of Butler are what have made it special to me since graduating. I learned so much from Professor Dick Fetter. He encouraged me early on to start a business “when you can afford to go broke,” advice that stayed with me for years. After earning my MBA and losing my father, I returned to Dick for guidance on my business plan, and he supported me through every step, even up to the sale of my company. The good things in my life—from my career to my family—started at the LSB. Giving back is my way of honoring that. That’s The Butler Way.
Q: What first inspired you to support the Lacy School of Business and name the Innovation Commons?
My gift is a tribute to my father, who put himself through a small business college because his family couldn’t afford a university. His proudest achievement was being able to pay for his children’s college education. Seeing his name and story in the Arnold Innovation Commons is my way of honoring the opportunities he created for us. I hope others feel inspired by their time at Butler and recognize how their support can improve future students’ experiences.
Q: What impact do you hope your support will have on students and programs?
I hope my support helps Butler continue investing in technology and encourages students to explore entrepreneurship. Small businesses—often those under 500 employees—drive much of this country’s economic success, and I want students to see what they can build without chasing billion-dollar valuations. I also want them to understand the value of failure. Dick Fetter once gave me what felt like a D on a statistics paper—not because the math was wrong, but because the summary was poor. Rewriting it taught me how to push past “good enough” and pursue excellence.
Q: What excites you most about the direction of the Lacy School of Business?
I’m encouraged by the way Butler continues to grow and how LSB engages the business community through both investment and experiential learning. The more opportunities students have to observe real strategy conversations, work with companies, and practice solving problems, the better prepared they will be when they enter the workforce.
Erin Roth ’98—Vice President, General Counsel, Corporate Secretary, and Chief Compliance Officer at Modine Manufacturing—exemplifies the spirit of leadership and gratitude that defines the Lacy School of Business community. A summa cum laude Accounting graduate, Butler Top 10 Outstanding Student, Beta Gamma Sigma honoree, and member of the 1997 MCC champion women’s track and field team, Erin was deeply engaged across campus during her time at LSB.
Her appreciation for the support she received as a student fuels her commitment to giving back and ensuring future Bulldogs have the same opportunities.
Q: What makes the Lacy School of Business meaningful to you?
LSB was and is more than just an education or degree; it has been a community of people who are willing to support each other in achieving their personal and professional goals. I know I can always reach out to the staff, faculty, and fellow alums when I need support. And it feels great to do the same thing when they reach out to me.
Q: Is there a personal experience, memory, or moment that motivated your giving?
Without scholarship money, I would not have been able to attend Butler. My experiences at LSB and the willingness of faculty and staff to support me—both when I was a student and for years afterward—have contributed greatly to my professional opportunities and success over the last 25+ years.
Q: What inspired you to support the Lacy School of Business?
My ability to attend Butler was largely due to scholarship support I received as a student. When my husband and I began looking for ways to give back, we wanted to both create opportunities for future students and honor people at the Lacy School of Business who helped guide my path. Bob and Mary Bennett were two of those individuals. Bob was my honors thesis advisor, and he and his family have offered me tremendous support and advice over the years. When we spoke with them about naming a fund in their honor, Bob shared how impactful study abroad had been in his own life and how many students lack the financial resources to pursue that opportunity. That resonated deeply with us. Neither my husband nor I were able to study abroad when we were younger, but we’ve experienced firsthand how meaningful international travel can be. Supporting students in gaining those global experiences felt like a natural and meaningful way to give back.
Q: What excites you most about the direction of the Lacy School of Business?
LSB is always innovating and looking for what it needs to do to help make its students successful in the future. I love that faculty and staff are finding ways to grow and change, and actively engaging with business leaders to understand how the school can continue to improve.
Erin Roth
DONOR SPOTLIGHT
LSB’s Dean’s Advisory Council
The Dean’s Advisory Council plays a vital role in advancing the mission of the Andre B. Lacy School of Business. Composed of distinguished business leaders and industry experts, the council provides strategic guidance, real-world insight, and forward-thinking perspectives that strengthen our programs and elevate the student experience. Their counsel helps shape innovation, uphold high standards of excellence in faculty-student engagement, and ensure our curriculum remains responsive to the evolving needs of business and industry. We’re grateful for their continued partnership, leadership, and commitment to preparing LSB students for meaningful careers and purposeful lives.
Jeff Albee
Chief Financial & Investment Officer, Adolph Coors Company
Kelley Basta
President & Owner, St. Louis Screens
Elaine Bedel
CEO & Founder, Bedel Financial Consulting, Inc.
Michael Bennett Managing Director, Roc360
Dennis Dye
Executive Vice President, Shiel Sexton Co, Inc.
Herschel Frierson Principal, Crowe LLP
Christina Fugate* Partner, Ice Miller LLP
Michael Gorman
President, Edward Rose & Sons
Marsha Keune
Senior Associate Dean, University of Dayton
Sean McGould
CEO & Chief Investment Officer, Lighthouse Partners, LLC
Francisco J. Miyares Jr., MBA
Director, Ends of the Earth Kayaking, Ends of the Earth Adventures (Ministry of New International)
William F. Murphy, CPA/PFS, ABV, CFF, CGMA, CVA
Guest Lecturer in Tax and Accounting Topics, AICPA
Nick Musial
Chief Accounting Officer & Treasurer, Allegion plc
Jason Myers
Partner, National Sector Leader – Real Estate, Forvis Mazars
Erika Patterson
Chief Customer & Impact Officer, Envita Solutions
Andrew Penca
Executive Vice President, Herff Jones
Joshua Plank
Co-Partner, WestPoint Financial Group
Branden Renner
Director & First Vice President, Renner Masariu Wealth Management of Raymond James
Erin J. Roth
Vice President, General Counsel, Secretary & Chief Compliance Officer, Modine
Howard W. Sams II CEO, Applied Biotech
JoAn Scott
Vice President, Men’s Basketball, NCAA
Brock Templin
Regional Manager, Depuy Synthes, Johnson & Johnson
Eric Wiedelman
Managing Director, JPMorgan
*Chair of the Dean’s Advisory Council
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