Changemaker Shaping Pathways for Asian American and Pacific Islanders
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Changemaker Shaping Pathways for Asian American and Pacific Islanders

MBA empowers me to honor my Hmong heritage and create social impact

As the daughter of Hmong refugees who fled the Vietnam War to the U.S., Maikhou Thao embraces the opportunity to strengthen her cultural leadership and representation. At UC Davis, she is building the skills and network to drive meaningful change and empower future leaders.

From Samsung to Bloomberg: The Power of an MSBA Degree
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From Samsung to Bloomberg: The Power of an MSBA Degree

How a YouTube video changed my career

One unexpected YouTube video, six years at Samsung, and a leap of faith, Ji Hyun Kim shares how, as an international student, the MSBA program propelled her into a dream data career at Bloomberg in New York City.

The Power of Paying It Forward with Mentorship
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The Power of Paying It Forward with Mentorship

Plus, my three tips to help you succeed in corporate accounting

First-gen college student and MPAc alumna Shaneil McKenzie-Guyher shares how UC Davis' culture and curriculum helped her transition to the corporate world, empowering her to give back by mentoring young professionals.

Building an Operating System for Democracy: My Journey as an Entrepreneur for Social Good
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Building an Operating System for Democracy: My Journey as an Entrepreneur for Social Good

MBA alumnus Mac Clemmens’ Streamline web platform reaches millions

“The Graduate School of Management helped me recognize that if I truly wanted to create lasting change, I needed a different approach—one that could grow, adapt, and serve thousands of organizations at scale,” says MBA alumnus Mac Clemmens.

Bridging AI, Business Analytics and Leadership
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Bridging AI, Business Analytics and Leadership

Tech investor and alumna Shilpi Sharma shares insights with MSBAs

MSBA student Jovoney Morton shares insights from tech investor, entrepreneur and MBA alumna Shilpi Sharma who returned to her alma mater to offer her expertise on the impact of AI, bridging data science with business, and driving innovation through collaboration.

How Sacramento Became the Center of American Caviar Production
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How Sacramento Became the Center of American Caviar Production

MBA alum Ali Bolourchi leads Tsar Nicoulai, the biggest sturgeon farm in U.S.

Source: Bon Appetit

“The long-term goal is that Sacramento gets the Napa recognition,” UC Davis MBA alumnus Ali Bolourchi, president of Tsar Nicoulai, tells Bon Appetit. “What Napa is to wine, Sacramento is going to be that for caviar.”

Speed Networking in The City with Purpose
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Speed Networking in The City with Purpose

Insights and advice from alumni at Google, Meta, Microsoft and more

Imagine rapidly posing questions to leaders at Microsoft, Google, Meta, Apple, Salesforce—and gaining insights into AI and personal branding all in one evening. MSBA students Fatima Haroon and Katrin Maliatski share their takeaways.

UC Davis Students Connect with Tech Giants at Annual Speed Networking Event
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UC Davis Students Connect with Tech Giants at Annual Speed Networking Event

Building professional relationships with execs and alumni

The third annual Speed Networking Event connects MBA and MSBA students with tech industry experts from Meta, Microsoft, and Google, offering insights into career paths and the skills companies value.

How to Prepare for the CPA Exam
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How to Prepare for the CPA Exam

My CPA license opened doors to promotion at CTW

Alum Brian Favetti, a tax senior associate at CTW, shares how he used UC Davis MPAc coursework as a study guide for the CPA exam and discusses how earning the CPA opens doors to career opportunities and promotions in both public accounting and the private sector.

Meet the Firms: Launching Your Accounting Career
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Meet the Firms: Launching Your Accounting Career

Networking with leading national accounting firms at UC Davis

At this year’s 12th annual Meet the Firms event, recruiters from 20+ companies and agencies came to connect and share their organization’s career tracks and culture with MPAc students. Read blog and view video.

UC Davis Helped Me Become a Silicon Valley Communications Leader 
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UC Davis Helped Me Become a Silicon Valley Communications Leader 

“Setting the gold standard for student success”

Double Aggie Taylor Stanton says his undergrad degree and Bay Area MBA propelled his Silicon Valley communications career forward. He coins it the “Davis Difference,” an action-oriented mindset to tackle any personal and professional goal.

Class of 2024: What’s Next for You?
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Class of 2024: What’s Next for You?

View videos of our newest alumni from the Class of 2024 who share where they are heading next in their careers and future pursuits.

Alumni Spotlight: Meg Lee MBA 22
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Alumni Spotlight: Meg Lee MBA 22

Finance Manager at E. & J. Gallo Winery

Alum Meg Lee shares how skills from her Sacramento Part-Time MBA propel her wine industry career and offers insights on Gen-Z, the changing workforce, and the rise of non-alcoholic consumption.

My MBA Journey Empowering Rural Healthcare Access
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My MBA Journey Empowering Rural Healthcare Access

Collaborative leadership key to establishing medical education in Northern California

Alum Kristy Bird MaKieve leverages her MBA skills to spearhead multiple non-profits and groundbreaking medical education initiatives, revolutionizing rural healthcare access and education in Northern California.

Bringing My Data Analytics Insights to MSBA Class to Inspire Students
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Bringing My Data Analytics Insights to MSBA Class to Inspire Students

Sharing my experiences at Home Depot and Google

Alum Rohan Ranshinge revisited the MSBA classroom to share how the program unlocked opportunities, refined skills, and propelled his career success in analytics at Home Depot and Google.

UC Davis Undergrad Leads to MPAc Success at Deloitte
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UC Davis Undergrad Leads to MPAc Success at Deloitte

Alum Megan Smith share advice on time management and CPA exam scheduling

In this Q&A, Double Aggie Megan Smith MPAc 23 discusses leveraging early application to the MPAc program as a UC Davis undergrad, balancing academics and extracurriculars, and her role as an audit & assurance assistant at Deloitte.

Being a Collaborative Leader: How My MBA Shaped My Personal and Professional Growth
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Being a Collaborative Leader: How My MBA Shaped My Personal and Professional Growth

Five principles to build resiliency

Alum Gennaro Tecchia attributes his development of leadership qualities and successful transition into a product management career at Kaiser Permanente to the Collaborative Leadership Program and supportive UC Davis community.

UC Davis MBA Alumna Archana Arunkumar on Collaborative Leadership in Tech
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UC Davis MBA Alumna Archana Arunkumar on Collaborative Leadership in Tech

"Carry your confidence into every room you enter."

What’s collaborative leadership mean? How do you collaborate at work to make an impact? UC Davis MBA alumna Archana Arunkumar shares her insights from more than 20 years experience as a product and technology executive, advisor and board director in the tech world.

Comstock's Startup of the Month: Soar Optics
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Comstock's Startup of the Month: Soar Optics

Alumnus Steve Barnett: "Technology can be modified to detect microplastics in wastewater, soil and food."

Source: Comstock's Magazine

Soar Optics CEO Steve Barnett MBA 10 featured in Comstock's for the start-up's pioneering and patented microplastic detection tech. Positive reviews drive plans for advancement and prototype funding.

Hacking Efficiency: The Streamline Story
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Hacking Efficiency: The Streamline Story

Alum Mac Clemmens is passionate about innovation and community impact

Source: StartupSac

StartupSac interviews Mac Clemmens MBA 07, an innovator on a mission to revolutionize special district management with Streamline. Clemmens was recognized as the first recipient of the GSM Alumni Association's Rising Star Award.