Bryant Engage - January 2020

Engage

By David C. Wegrzyn ’86, P’23

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I N S I G H TS A N D OPPORTUNITIES F O R A LU M N I , PA R E N TS , A N D FRIENDS Volume 24 No. 1 January 2020

Campaign raises $111 million, funds dramatic transformation with unprecedented impact decade ago, when President Ronald K. Machtley had already served nearly double the tenure of the David C. Wegrzyn average college ’86, P’23 president, Ron Vice President for and the Board of University Advancement Trustees conceived a bold vision to transform Bryant from a regional institution to a national university. In the wake of the 2008 recession, their strategic plan was ambitious, and achieving its goals would require unprecedented levels of philanthropy from the Bryant community. The plan evolved into

B RYA N T UNIVERSITY

“ Ron Machtley has the ability to see around corners, the determination to achieve things that seem impossible to many, and a passion that inspires others to do the same. This huge accomplishment is the result of his bold strategic vision and leadership, and the collective efforts of a dedicated community.”

3 New NAC members 4 TEDxBryant preview 8 Machtley Scholarship Fund Financial Services Forum to kick off Alumni Engagement Day 2020

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Alan Hassenfeld ’85H our historic capital campaign, publicly launched in 2014, which would empower significant transformation for Bryant and future generations of students.

The final results are in. Bryant’s historic capital campaign, Expanding

ended December 31, 2019 and raised $111 million — more than triple the goal of the previous campaign and surpassing both its initial goal of $75 million and the stretch goal of $100 million.

More than 24,000 alumni, students, the World of Opportunity: The parents, faculty, staff, and friends Campaign for Bryant’s Bold Future, responded with gifts of all sizes, as well as with extraordinary spirit, pride, and generosity. Along with a record-breaking number of donors and several of BRYANT’S CAPITAL the largest gifts received in Bryant’s history, CAMPAIGN INSPIRED the campaign welcomed $18 million 14,816 new donors who Academic Programs had never before given to and Initiatives Bryant, inspired by the leadership philanthropy $25 million $14 million of so many others.

Student Facilities It is a spectacular Scholarships accomplishment that was almost unimaginable when we began, $5 million and one that has had a powerful impact Athletic Programs that continues to resonate everywhere $4 million at Bryant. With more students applying Global Programs $31 million to Bryant than ever before, we have and Study Abroad Bryant Fund created 130 new scholarships totaling Annual Giving $6 million $25 million in need-based aid to help Leadership Programs make a Bryant education possible for every student who is inspired to excel. $6 million Student Life New academic programs and experiential and Diversity Programs learning opportunities have been

Total Giving to Strategic Initiatives

14,816

NEW DONORS

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INSPIRED TO EXCEL

$2 million University Priorities and Strategic Initiatives

ryant’s strong alumni network in finance and financial services will convene on campus April 17 for the 15th annual Financial Services Forum, which kicks off Alumni Engagement Day. The Forum’s keynote speaker will be Nicholas Bohnsack ’00, Co-Founder and President of Strategas Securities.

Bohnsack is a founding member of Bryant’s Wall Street Council, and has been a mentor and advisor to Bryant’s finance students over the past two decades since his graduation. In 2010, Bohnsack received Bryant’s Young Alumnus Leadership Award. His keynote address will focus on the macro economy and his recommendations on global asset allocation based on up-to-the-day information about today’s volatile world markets.

In the morning, an Industry Pathways Panel will bring recent graduates back to share career tips and successes. Ryan Callahan ’09, CIMA, Wealth Planner at Northeast Planning Associates, will moderate, joined by Austin Baker ’16, Consultant at McKinsey & Company; Regina Castro ’14, Research Associate at MFS Investment

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TRAVEL THE WORLD

with Bryant

In our data-driven society, ROI is key. I was pleased — but not surprised — to learn recently that Bryant ranked first among Rhode Island colleges and universities for its return on investment as measured by both starting salaries and mid-career earnings. This goes hand-in-hand with Bryant’s other enviable statistic — a 99% job or graduate school placement rate. These are great selling points for our alma mater.

NAC

JUNE 8–20, 2020

CORNER

Israel and Jordan with Scopia Tours

prices from $4,999 p/p (airfare not included)

JULY 29–AUGUST 5, 2020

Rhine Viking River Cruise from Amsterdam to Basel

prices from $2,674 p/p (airfare not included)

Four staterooms remain!

But how do we measure alumni ROI? Wait, we paid tuition, didn’t we? Yes, but tuition, room, and board don’t cover the full cost of a Bryant education or that of any other university. Alumni (and parents and friends) make up the difference.

Just added: NOVEMBER 7–17, 2020

Tuscan and Umbrian Countryside Small Group with Collette

prices from $3,999 p/p

(includes airfare and hometown airport transfer)

Bryant alumni take part in a cooking classs during our 2016 Spain and Portugal trip. Explore the world with family and friends on one of our upcoming adventures.

Your National Alumni Council is paying attention, and Bryant is moving in the right direction. As members, we pledge 100% participation to the Bryant Fund. We also give back in other ways, by hosting alumni networking events and webinars, by providing advice and mentorship to current students, and by spreading the word about Bryant to business associates, family, and friends.

More information on each of these unique travel opportunities is available online at alumni.bryant.edu/travel or call Robin Warde at 401.232.6253 to learn more.

Women in Executive Leadership Panel and Reception B

ryant University is committed to providing a vibrant and supportive educational experience that promotes academic success for all students, and provides women with unique and important learning and leadership opportunities to assist them in becoming leaders in their chosen field after graduation.

Join us March 5 for a dynamic discussion highlighting the perspectives and career paths of several alumni. Differences in gender, ethnicity, or other identities bring a diversity of perspectives to an organization, which enhances creativity

and encourages the search for novel information.

This, in turn, leads to better decision-making, and ultimately, greater success. Female representation in top management companies that prioritize innovation realize greater financial gains when women are part of top leadership ranks.

Alumni, parents, friends, and students are all invited to be part of this great evening on Thursday, March 5 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at the College Club of Boston. Join us for drinks, hors d’oeuvres, professional expertise, and real-world insights that we can all share as part of the Bryant network.

You can help too. We measure alumni ROI by your participation in a number of activities that help Bryant expand its reach and reputation. If you live in the New England region, it’s easy to come to campus to speak in a classroom or judge a competition — but even alumni (and parents) who live far away can provide career advice or internships for students. Both LinkedIn and our private mentoring platform at bryant.alumnifire.com provide secure ways to respond to inquiries. Or join our Alumni Ambassadors program. (email alumni@bryant.edu for more information).

And yes, your gift counts too. Bryant relies on annual support — in any amount that fits your budget — to bridge the gap between tuition and the cost of a Bryant education.

Whether you give back because of the scholarship you received, or for the books in the library, or for the clean campus you took for granted — please make a gift the next time Bryant calls or sends you an envelope.

PANELISTS WILL INCLUDE: In the long run, our success is also Bryant’s success. Let’s pay it forward for future students.

•D aryl Crockett ’82, Founder and CEO, ValidDatum •A nn-Marie

Harrington ’86, Innovation executive and Founder of Embolden

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Voss ’92, Managing Director, HarbourVest

— Samuel Broomer ’93

Partners •D .

Vice President

and Executive Vice President, UnitedHealth Group, and Bryant Trustee

Register to attend at alumni.bryant.edu/ events or call 401.232.6040.

National Alumni Council

Ellen Wilson ’79, Office of the Chief Executive

•M oderator: Diya Das, Ph.D., Bryant Chair and

Associate Professor, Department of Management

ALUMNI AND PARENT NE TWORKING EVENTS

Please visit alumni.bryant.edu/getinvolved or contact the Office of Alumni and Parent Engagement at alumni@bryant.edu to join our efforts.

View more pictures at facebook.com/bryantalumni/photos

August 14 | Puerto Rico

August 29 | Stony Brook, NY

Parents of current and incoming Bryant students gathered together in San Juan, Puerto Rico, at the home of Gabriela Garcia and Thomas Ballester, parents of Eva ’20 and Tomas ’20 Ballester. Pictured left to right are: Maria Elena De La Cruz P’23, Gabriela Garcia P’20, Cynthia Rodriguez-Camero P’22, and Margarita Gorbea P’21.

Bryant alumni and football parents joined forces for a successful pre-game tailgate. Pictured at front is Kym Laube P’19, Zach Laube, Jordan Laube ’19, Kerry Laube P’19, and other Bulldog fans.

Engage ISSN 1099-1913 is published four times a year in January, April, July, and October for the alumni of Bryant University. Publication offices are located in the Office of Alumni Engagement, Bryant University, 1150 Douglas Pike, Smithfield, Rhode Island 02917-1284. Periodicals Postage Paid at Providence, Rhode Island.

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COLLEGIAL COMMUNITY

New NAC members ready to engage T

he National Alumni Council (NAC) is a group of Bryant alumni volunteers who meet formally throughout the year to discuss how the Bryant University Alumni Association can best serve the majority of alumni. Its goal is to ensure that the purpose and initiatives of the Alumni Association are being met.

Chander Agarwal ’01 from New Delhi, India, is Bryant’s first international NAC member. He and his family run one of the largest logistics companies in India, TCIEXPRESS. Agarwal annually hosts admission events at his home and has expanded his involvement to fund several International Business practicum projects, working closely with faculty and students.

Greg Calderiso ’09 MBA, from Lincoln, RI, is Senior Assistant Vice President of Corporate Information Systems at Amica Insurance, and will represent the graduate school on the Council. He has stayed involved with Bryant as an adjunct professor for the business policy courses and as a judge and mentor for IDEA. Eileen Hayes ’07 from Charlestown, MA most recently moderated the financial services panel for Alumni Engagement Day 2019. She is Vice President, Asset Manager Relationship Management at Envestnet, and regularly counsels students about careers in finance.

Lori (Casey) Koscki ’86, from San Diego, CA, has been an active advocate for Bryant on the West Coast and a frequent traveler with our Alumni Travel Program.

She is Senior Client Business

Executive at CO-OP Financial Services and recently spoke to Professor Lori Coakley’s Women and Leadership class.

Eric Nilsson ’74, from Philadelphia, PA recently retired as a sales executive at CertainTeed Corporation, a design and building manufacturer. Nilsson and his friends from Dorm 12 regularly raise money for scholarships in honor of their time together at Bryant.

Nico Santini ’93 from Avon, CT has been a frequent volunteer and speaker on campus for the Financial Services Advisory Board (for the Fixed Income Group) and for other activities including IDEA. He regularly meets with representatives from the Amica Center for Career Education and with staff to recruit students to his company, New England Asset Management.

Stephen Wright ’19 PA of Westwood, MA is the first member from the Physician Assistant Studies program to serve on the National Alumni Council. Wright was Class President and was a leader for the PA program during his time at Bryant. He works in orthopedics specializing in hip, knee and shoulder arthroscopy.

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Maria Fontana ’12, Senior Management;

Treasury Analyst, Vice President at Citizens Bank; and Hannah York ’16, Sales Operations Associate at Smartling.

Later, a Market Trends Panel will tackle the larger issues of investing in today’s marketplace.

Alumnus Scott Voss ’92, Managing Director at HarbourVest Partners, will moderate and panelists will include Alison Svizzero ’01, Director of Investments at Children’s Hospital Boston; and

Matthew T. O’Rourke ’09, Principal at WindSail Capital Group LLC. Nicholas Bohnsack ’00, Co-Founder and President During lunch, student of Strategas Securities, will keynote the Financial fund managers will deliver Services Forum on April 17. a presentation about their strategies for the Archway 2020 ALUMNI ACHIEVEMENT Investment Fund Program, and AWARD WINNERS ANNOUNCED: how the funds have performed over The evening reception will honor the past year. Established in 2005, the Alumni Achievement Award the program — including an equity winners. Receiving the University’s portfolio and a fixed income portfolio Distinguished Alumni Awards will — serves as a capstone in experiential be Sharon (Guenther) Garavel ’85, learning as part of a two-course Managing Director and Operations sequence in Security Analysis and Executive at JP Morgan Chase; and Portfolio Management. Through Loren Andreo ’51, entrepreneur this hands-on experience, students and owner of Andy’s Supermarkets. develop leadership skills, teamwork, The Graduate School’s Distinguished and technical expertise. They also Alumnus Award goes to John gain a vital competitive advantage when Froehlich, MD ’09 MBA, a founding seeking employment opportunities member of University Orthopedics. after graduation. Keynote speaker This year’s Young Alumni Leadership Bohnsack has served as an alumni Award will go to Mary (Green) guest speaker and advisor to the AIF Dunn ’12, ’13 MBA, a Senior program since shortly after it was Marketing Manager at TribalVision. instituted.

The Nelson Gulski Service Award Four of Bryant’s key advisory will recognize Jay Weinberg ’85, groups will meet during the day: President of the Jay Group in Bryant’s National Alumni Council, the Chicago, and former President of Dean’s Council, the Parents Council, Bryant’s National Alumni Council. and the Wall Street Council will This year’s Distinguished Faculty each convene to explore best practices Award will go to Allison Butler, and consult on issues affecting Ph.D., Professor of Psychology. academics and students.

Top row left to right: Chander Agarwal ’01, Greg Calderiso ’09 MBA, Eileen Hayes ’07 Bottom row left to right: Lori Koscki ’86, Eric Nilsson ’74, Nico Santini ’93, Stephen Wright ’19 PA

September 19, 2019 | Chicago, IL, and Washington, DC Bryant and Bentley alumni held joint receptions to expand our networks in Chicago and Washington, DC.

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COLLEGIAL COMMUNITY

“ 20/20 Vision” comes into focus at TEDxBryantU B

ryant University will host the third annual TEDxBryantU, “20/20 Vision,”

Saturday, February 22, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Janikies Theatre.

According to DeSantis, the eight speakers slated for TEDxBryantU 2020 were selected from a large applicant pool of talented and accomplished

members of the Bryant community “because of their passion and desire to make change.” Topics include the science behind confidence; a simple strategy

Each talk is meant to inspire the audience to consider how to incorporate this vision in their daily lives.

SARAH DESANTIS ’21 “Vision is the foundation for meaningful change and purpose in our expanding world,” says TEDxBryantU Lead Organizer Sarah DeSantis ’21. “The goal of the event is to inspire, educate, and challenge the attendees to step outside their comfort zones and develop their own vision for a better future.”

for creating better habits that lead to new opportunities; and the future of America’s international engagement.

DeSantis and her fellow student organizers found inspiration in the words of futurist Joel A. Barker who said, “Vision without action is merely a dream. Action without vision just passes the time. Vision with action can change the world.”

“Each talk is meant to inspire the audience to consider how to incorporate this vision in their daily lives. I cannot wait to see how the audience reacts and implements these ideas,” adds DeSantis.

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Allison Butler, Ph.D., Professor of Psychology, will moderate TEDxBryantU on Saturday, February 22, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Janikies Theatre. Tickets at TEDx.Bryant.edu.

Walk Down Wall Street draws students and alumni O

ne of Bryant’s best-known annual student-alumni events combines a

student learning day on Wall Street with a networking event organized by Bryant’s Wall Street Council.

Here, Jeff Doppelt ’73 talks with students at the fall reception. The

annual event fills quickly with students eager to network with Bryant alumni leaders in the finance industry.

To get involved with the Wall Street Council or the annual fall event, visit

alumni.bryant.edu.

Bryant supports veterans B

ryant University has a long tradition of supporting veterans

as they transition to successful post-military careers. Founded in 1863, near the end of the Civil War, Bryant

create opportunities for the military community, ranks Bryant No. 2 on the Military Friendly Top Ten School’s List, and also lists the University as a Military Friendly Spouse School.

welcomed veterans into a fast-tracked program, requiring a commitment of only several months so they could quickly begin working and building their new lives.

The University’s commitment to veterans remains strong today.

Benefits such as career counseling, support services, and dedicated spaces are among the reasons why Bryant is ranked No. 3 Best Colleges for Veterans in the 2020 U.S. News & World Report College Rankings.

MilitaryFriendly.com®, a veteran-owned platform that measures organizations’ efforts to

ALUMNI AND PARENT NE TWORKING EVENTS

View more pictures at facebook.com/bryantalumni/photos

October 3, 2019 Minneapolis, Minnesota Bryant Trustee Joe Puishys ’80 hosted area alumni and parents, along with Admission, at the Minneapolis Club for a networking reception.

October 17 | New York City Basketball Coach Jared Grasso and Jon Rothstein of CBS sports addressed a sold out crowd of Bulldog fans at the 40/40 Club in New York.

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IDEA for the greater good A

n active and immersive learning

businesses, organizations, and

experience, IDEA (Innovation and

communities.

Design Experience for All) teaches students how to apply design thinking principles — observation, ideation, rapid prototyping, user feedback, iteration, and implementation — to develop real-time solutions for regional

Nearly a decade since it began, IDEA continues to break new ground.

New in 2020, organizers added projects that build and test students’ design thinking skills while focusing on solutions for the “greater good.”

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FACULTY, STAFF, AND STUDENT MENTORS

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Alumni like Rita Williams-Bogar ’76 (above) University Trustee and founder and CEO of Personal Development Solutions, LLC; and Greg Calderiso ’09 MBA, (right) Senior Assistant Vice President at Amica Mutual Insurance, are a vital feature of IDEA, donating their time and expertise by mentoring students through pitching and prototyping, and serving as judges at the Trade Show.

Winter Webinars Make 2020 your best year yet with our webinar series, curated by Bryant’s alumni collegiate consortium.

Here are a few upcoming topics, and you can view more information and register for all our complimentary webinars at alumni.bryant.edu/events

ALUMNI MENTORS AND JUDGES

FEBRUARY 5TH AT NOON EST

FEBRUARY 18TH AT NOON EST

Using the Laws of Attraction to Get the Career You Want

Willpower: Rediscovering the Greatest Human Strength

FEBRUARY 13TH AT NOON EST

MARCH 4TH AT NOON EST

Sustainable Change in Health, Fitness, and Well-being: Science-based Reasons to Harness the Right Why

Negotiate Anything: How to Find Confidence in Conflict

To register and learn about more webinars, visit

alumni.bryant.edu/events

October 24 | San Francisco, CA Honors students from Bryant visited Silicon Valley to learn more about the area’s entrepreneurial economy. Alumnus Michael Gurevich ’96, President at Stealth, a technology and public transit startup, was a featured speaker at an alumni reception.

November 1 | Smithfield, RI Bryant inducted 10 outstanding athletes into the Athletics Hall of Fame on November 1, 2019. Pictured left to right: Jordan Brown ’13, Aubrey Mable ’14, Casey Ostrander ’13, Cristian Balestrieri ’11, Jordan Harris ’14, Robert P. Brown ’86, Darryl Buchanan ’85, Nicholas Campbell ’10, Nicole Casey ’08, and Matt Kuhar ’18.

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Competing as an equal gave her confidence to succeed F O R E L L I E WA L S H ’61, E STAT E G I F T I S A B O U T G R AT I T U D E F O R B RYA N T T H E N A N D N O W

GEllie (Cardarelli) Walsh ’61

rowing up in Springfield, MA,

dreamed of moving to New York City and becoming a dancer.

Her father had a more practical suggestion. After a recommendation from a high school teacher, he encouraged her to check out Bryant College, where she could pursue her interest in retail marketing.

Recalling her first visit to the Providence campus, Walsh liked that “the dorms were old mansions, with fireplaces and big wooden staircases. It was charming. Right away, I felt like I belonged there.”

But in 1958, not everyone agreed that a young woman belonged in the marketing department of a business college. In those days, she said, women were encouraged to attend schools for secretarial science. Walsh Bryant University was undeterred.

Registering for classes at Bryant, she found herself 1150 Douglas Pike among hundreds of men and just two Smithfield, RI 02917-1284 other women. “We looked at each www.bryant.edu other and said, 'Well, we’ll just consider it a challenge.'”

That challenge helped her grow and build leadership skills, preparing her for the male-dominated business environment she entered when she graduated in 1961. “Doing well at

Bryant, competing with men as an equal, gave me confidence that I could go out there and do it again.”

Her career path included working in statistics for a business forms company. She became a buyer at a department store, then worked as a flight attendant for American Airlines.

When she married a Navy officer and moved to San Diego, she found work as an administrative assistant at ABM Industries, but she wasn’t certain it was the right position for her. “I thought, 'Now I have start typing all over again, with this degree in my back pocket.'” After several promotions and a long and successful career, she retired 41 years later as a vice president. “So, I guess Bryant taught me something!” she says, laughing.

Her gratitude for Bryant’s impact on her life led to her recent decision to include the University in her estate plan, a generous gift that also reflects her excitement to be part of a Bryant she never knew as a student. Visiting the Smithfield campus for the first time, she was amazed. “When I saw the facilities, the curriculum, the opportunities that students had — particularly for women — I realized that I attended Bryant 50 years too early. I wanted to go back to school.

I was jealous!”

In 1958, not everyone agreed that a young woman belonged in the marketing department of a business college. But Ellie Walsh ’61 was undeterred. She graduated in 1961 and, after a long and successful career, retired as a vice president at ABM Industries.

Walsh has been actively involved with Bryant since moving back to Massachusetts from California several years ago, and now serves on the National Alumni Council.

She considers herself very fortunate to have attended Bryant and wants to help ensure that today’s Bryant students can graduate, as she did, without the burden of excessive student loan debt. “I can’t imagine having to face that when trying to find

When I saw the facilities, the curriculum, the opportunities that students had — particularly for women — I realized that I attended Bryant 50 years too early. I wanted to go back to school.

my first job. These bright students should be given the chance to go out and do great things.”

She also hopes her estate gift inspires her fellow alumni to join her and leave a lasting legacy of opportunity. “You don’t have to be a millionaire and you don’t have to leave a fortune. If everyone just gave what they could, it would make a big difference.”

To make support for Bryant students part of your legacy, contact Edward A. Magro, Executive Director of Development, at emagro@bryant.edu or 401.232.6528.

ELLIE (CARDARELLI) WALSH ’61

“My experience has been all about opportunity and Bryant Fund donors gave me the support I needed to pursue my dreams.

Bryant Fund donors have supported me every step of the way.”

Keerthana Balakrishnan ’20 MAJOR: Politics and Law CONCENTRATION: Information Systems and Analytics HOMETOWN: North Grafton, MA

99%

of Bryant graduates are employed or enrolled in graduate school within six months of Commencement

$19,784 average undergraduate scholarship award for the 2018-2019 academic year

96.1%

of Bryant students received scholarship aid during 2018-2019

Tuition and fees cover only

89% of the cost

to educate a Bryant student

11% COMES FROM

PHILANTHROPY AND INVESTMENTS

To make your gift today, visit bryant.edu/givenow or call (877) 353-5667

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College of Business announces new Dean’s Council members B

ryant’s College of Business Dean’s Council is growing, with five new members added in the last year who bring the distinguished group of industry leaders to 16 members as of 2020.

expert review and counsel, advocacy, and philanthropic support for College of Business students, programs and initiatives, and strategic direction.

“Bryant University’s business programs are consistently recognized and ranked among the very best in the country,” notes Annavarjula. “Through the dedication and commitment of our Dean’s Council, we are continuing to enhance and strengthen these programs to be aligned with evolving industry needs and our students’ professional aspirations.”

According to Dean Annavarjula, members of the Dean’s Council play a vital role in sharing their perspectives and expertise to help set objectives that keep Bryant at the forefront among the most highly regarded business programs in the U.S. Through service on the Dean’s Council, these distinguished alumni and friends of the University serve as ambassadors in their communities and professions.

Council members leverage their own networks to open doors that provide Bryant students and graduates with internships, mentoring opportunities, and career success.

Through the dedication and commitment of our Dean’s Council, we are continuing to enhance and strengthen [Bryant’s] programs to be aligned with evolving industry needs and our students’ professional aspirations.

DEAN MADAN ANNAVAR JULA, PH.D. Joining the Dean’s Council in 2019 are: Laura (Vessichio) Carrubba ’89, Tax Partner at PricewaterhouseCoopers;

Erin (Doherty) Champlin ’85, Vice President, Global Services and Transformation at Johnson & Johnson; Innovation Executive and national speaker Ann-Marie Harrington ’86, founder of Embolden; 2019 Bryant University Alumni Achievement Award recipient Mario F. Hernandez ’97 MBA, founder and CEO of Impesa; and Cynthia Schmitt-Sprinkle ’81, whose broad experiences include executive finance positions at Pitney Bowes, Revlon, Guinness, and Sara Lee. Re-launched in October 2018 under the leadership of College of Business Dean Madan Annavarjula, Ph.D., the Council exists as a forum for accomplished industry leaders to provide external perspectives,

Campaign

To learn more about how you can become involved with advancing the College of Business and the College of Business Dean’s Council, contact Executive Director of Development Edward Magro, J.D., at emagro@bryant.edu or

401.232.6528.

Members of the College of Business Dean’s Council provide external perspectives and expertise, and leverage their own networks to provide Bryant students and graduates with internships, mentoring, and career opportunities.

Members of the College of Business Dean’s Council include: P. James Brady ’81, Council Chair,

Eric Handa ’97, President and

Vice Chairman of Advisory Services at alliantgroup

CEO at AP Telecom LLC

Charles Caranci, Jr. ’88, CPA,

Innovation executive and Founder of Embolden

Executive Vice President and CFO at LeChase Construction Services, LLC

Laura (Vessichio) Carrubba ’89, Tax Partner at PricewaterhouseCoopers

Erin (Doherty) Champlin ’85, Vice President, Global Services and Enterprise Transformation at Johnson & Johnson

Jaime Eichen ’98, Partner at Ernst & Young

Jeffrey M. Fryer, ’91, P’19, P’22, CPA, Co-Founder and Chief Financial Officer at Rallybio, LLC

John R. Galvin ’91 MBA, President and CEO at AAA Northeast

Sharon (Guenther) Garavel ’85,

Ann-Marie Harrington ’86,

Mario F. Hernandez ’97 MBA, Founder and CEO of Impesa

Samantha Merwin ’12, Head of Markets Advocacy for ETF and Index Investing Markets & Investments at BlackRock

Kevin O’Neill P’20, Managing Partner and Co-Founder at Acertitude

Cynthia Schmitt-Sprinkle ’81, former finance executive at Pitney Bowes, Revlon, Guinness, and Sara Lee

James Verraster ’77, CEO at Auramet Trading, LLC

Scott Voss ’92, Managing Director at HarborVest Partners LLC

Managing Director, Operations Executive at JPMorgan Chase

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“ It is exciting to realize that, even with all of these spectacular accomplishments, we are certain that Bryant’s best days are still ahead. Together, we’ve accomplished something very special. On behalf of generations of future students who will make a positive impact on the world now, and individual donors for decades into the future, thank you.” made a gift each year

designed and expanded for tomorrow’s support, Bryant students graduate emerging industries and business and become leaders around challenges, offering new opportunities the world, working to improve in data science, health care, digital industries, economies marketing, and global supply chain and communities management. everywhere, to the World-class faculty are utilizing benefit of all of us. our 21st century learning technology The end of our and spectacular new facilities — over campaign is the 217,000 new square-feet as a result of beginning of Bryant’s our Bryant Builds initiative — to make bold new future, our campus a first-choice destination and after more than OF BRYANT’S William J. Conaty ’67, Chair of the Bryant University for top students. Bryant has become a century and a half, CAPITAL CAMPAIGN Board of Trustees and Campaign Co-chair firmly established on the leading edge Bryant’s best days are of innovation in curriculum and still ahead. From everyone Thanks to the generosity of philanthropy at teaching, driven by a world-class in the Bryant community, so many, our vision for Bryant as an Bryant, reflecting a community of academic leaders and thank you for helping to innovative leader in higher education new level of alumni scholars. Our Division I athletics prepare this remarkable institution has become reality.

Our engagement that continues to climb. teams continue to for the next century, and a future institutional rankings Thanks to unprecedented donor compete each year that has never been brighter. and reputation have with elite schools never been stronger, and win, helping and a hard-earned to lift Bulldog The historic campaign successfully advanced key strategic Bryant degree pride to an 18,007 CAMPAIGN objectives across every facet of the University. Your support is always has never been all-time high on GIFTS OF $250 OR more valuable. our campus and needed, so if you didn’t get to contribute as part of the campaign, BELOW ADDED UP TO Our success is in our alumni visit bryant.edu/giving and make your mark today. the result of a network around vibrant culture of the world.

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The Machtleys’ impact on students will endure through endowed scholarship fund W

hen President Ronald K. Machtley announced his plans to retire following the 2020 Bryant Commencement, he and Kati Machtley expressed their desire to leave a legacy of opportunity for future Bryant students.

Thanks to Bryant Trustee and Warren Alpert Foundation Board Member Daniel F. Schmitt ’73, this new fund was established with $25,000 in seed money. The Warren Alpert Foundation Directors Giving

One of Ron Machtley’s most impressive strengths is his ability to communicate with all Bryant constituents. That’s not easy. In fact, it’s quite complicated, because everyone has a unique perspective and often different priorities.

As a leader who genuinely cares about people, he has consistently and effectively coalesced multiple perspectives into a shared vision that has inspired the Bryant community and set the course for this era of transformation and the success of this campaign.

ANNE SZOSTAK ’02H

BRYANT TRUSTEE CAMPAIGN LEADERSHIP COMMITTEE MEMBER CO-FOUNDING DONOR OF THE RONALD K. MACHTLEY AND KATI C. MACHTLEY ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP FUND

In my long association with Bryant, I have seen the changes and incredible strides made under Ron and Kati’s leadership. I was particularly pleased to be able to seed-fund this scholarship after hearing Ron announce his plan to retire.

DANIEL F. SCHMIT T ’73

BRYANT TRUSTEE WARREN ALPERT FOUNDATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Program allowed Schmitt and fellow directors to direct $25,000 to the charity of their choice. Earmarking his funds for Bryant, Schmitt noted, “I wanted to commit my entire gift to something that would have some meaning.”

“I have seen Ron and Kati’s personal commitment of time, effort, and money. The time and effort they devote to Bryant has been a major differentiator for the University,” he added. “I know their love of the University, and that was reflected throughout their whole tenure — with their tremendous commitment to the student body, the campus, and to the overall quality of Bryant,” said Schmitt.

Inspired by Schmitt’s gift, a group of trustees, led by Anne Szostak ‘02H, has stepped up to raise funds to support the Ronald K. Machtley and Kati C. Machtley Endowed Scholarship Fund. Those efforts honor the Machtleys' unwavering commitment to academic excellence and strong personal character that has shaped an institution that celebrates the essential qualities of integrity and personal responsibility.

The recently established Ronald K. Machtley and Kati C. Machtley Endowed Scholarship Fund will continue the legacy of the couple’s positive influence.

With boundless energy for all things Bryant, the Machtleys have always been highly visible and deeply engaged stewards of the University’s growth, and have personified the very qualities of leadership and community that are so fundamental to Bryant’s outstanding educational experience.

From athletic competitions to alumni events, and everything in between, the Machtleys have been a ubiquitous and supportive presence — a cornerstone of the Bryant experience — directly and indirectly touching the lives of some 15,000 students who have marched under the archway over the last 24 years.

Under the leadership of Ronald K. Machtley, Bryant has transformed from a regional business college to a nationally ranked, world-class

university. His visionary blueprint for Bryant in the 21st century has been realized with the spectacular success of Expanding the World

of Opportunity: The Campaign for Bryant’s Bold Future. Under Kati Machtley’s leadership, the prestigious annual Women’s Summit® has fostered a pay-it-forward mindset of mentoring that continues to provide paths for professional development and the empowerment of women at all stages of their professional careers.

Support from this endowed scholarship will be available each year, ensuring a steady and reliable source of annual revenue for a competitive aid package that will make Bryant the first choice for top-caliber students who might otherwise be unable to attend.

If Ron and Kati Machtley made a difference in your education and your life, consider supporting this vital scholarship fund today.

Visit bryant.edu/giving and designate a gift in their honor, or contact Edward A. Magro, Executive Director of Development, at emagro@bryant.edu or 401.232.6528.

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I N SSPPIIRREEDD TO TOEEXC XCE LE L

J O S É B . G O N Z Á L E Z ’89 :

Learning through the heart J osé González ’89, Ph.D., did not

speak English when he emigrated

Gonzalez, whose biography includes

a litany of awards, honors, and

R A N D I H I L L E R ’ 89:

Believing is succeeding R andi Hiller ’89 wasn’t sure exactly

focus gave her a great background for

what she wanted to do after she

the business side of entertainment.

from El Salvador and landed in New

recognitions, served as a Fulbright

London, CT at the tender age of 8.

Scholar in 2012, teaching in Barcelona.

would be in the entertainment industry.

build her confidence, she says, especially

Today, he holds a Ph.D. in English and

He is the editor and founder of

When she was studying Marketing, the

when she backpacked around that

is a Distinguished Professor of English

Latinostories.com, which focuses on

College of Arts and Sciences hadn’t been

country solo, a trip that gave her a sense

at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy.

Latino literature and provides scholarly

established yet at Bryant, and “I don’t

of independence that’s been helpful to

resources and recommendations for

think anybody really knew what to do

her career growth.

books by and about Latinos.

with me,” she says with a chuckle.

A dedicated educator and prolific writer, González began to recognize his calling while completing his Bachelor

What inspires him as a teacher?

A semester spent in Australia helped

graduated from Bryant, but she knew it

“In half of my professional life, there is no correct answer,” she explains. “You

Resourceful by nature, she forged

of Science degree program in Business

“In my discipline, ultimately, the subject

her own path, beginning with securing

just have to believe — you have to have

Communication at Bryant. But he wasn’t

is people. It’s human nature — our

an internship at Triad Artists, one of

a point of view, and you have to be able

always what people expected of an

essence. It’s gratifying to see students

English teacher, he says. “People don’t

learn not only through their minds,

expect a guy named González to be in

but through their hearts. When

the English department.”

that happens, there’s more potential

to communicate it very clearly.”

“ In half of my professional life, there is no correct answer. You just have to believe – you have to have a point of view, and you have to be able to communicate it very clearly.”

for them to pass it forward in a meaningful way.”

“ It’s gratifying to see students learn not only through their minds, but through their hearts.

When that happens, there’s more potential for them to pass it forward in a meaningful way.”

— Randi Hiller ’89 SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT OF FEATURE CASTING, WALT DISNEY STUDIOS

It’s a job that also requires quite a bit

— José B. González ’89 DISTINGUISHED PROFESSOR OF ENGLISH, U.S. COAST GUARD ACADEMY

of intuition, Hiller adds, an innate understanding of why a particular actor

the largest and most successful talent

will be right for a particular role. Citing

agencies in the nation at the time. Triad González earned a Master of Arts in Persisting through challenge was already second nature to him; as a young immigrant, he’d had to endure bullying and overcome a language barrier.

“Maybe because my family had to come from so far away, and we had come through so much,” he says, “I wasn’t about to be pushed back. And I still won’t.”

And that was his message to his high school alma mater when he was invited back as a commencement speaker.

“Sometimes those negative experiences are what make us stronger. And if your family struggled, you have even more to be proud of.”

Teaching in English at Brown University before going on to complete his Ph.D. at the University of Rhode Island. He then served in several English teaching positions before arriving at the Coast Guard Academy, where he has taught since 1999.

Among his many achievements, he is the author of International Book Award Finalist “Toys Made of Rock;” and “When Love Was Reels,” both books of poetry.

An international speaker, he has delivered numerous talks and readings and has been featured as a guest on several radio and television programs in the U.S. and abroad. His work has been published in many prestigious literary journals. He also received the Poet of the Year Award presented by the New England Association of Teachers of English.

her contribution in helping cast Robert

hired her after graduation, and she

Downey, Jr., in Iron Man, she says it

moved to the West Coast to begin what

can be a bit like building a case for

would evolve into a tremendously

why one person is better for a certain

successful career in the entertainment

situation than another. With so many

industry that has tracked through both the talent and the casting sides, including running her own casting company; as well as producing.

Today, as Senior Vice President of Feature Casting for Walt Disney Studios, she has clearly made her early vision into a remarkably successful reality.

Responsible for casting for all Disney live-action features, as well as those for Disney+, she works on Lucasfilm projects as well. With hundreds of film and television credits, she is known for her work on blockbuster successes on everything from The Avengers to The Muppets.

Originally from suburban New York, Hiller says Bryant’s rural campus was a good spot to keep her focused on her studies. And Bryant’s intense business

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strong opinions in one room, being able to make a convincing argument is critical. But in addition to sharpening her persuasive skills, she says she is also “always trying to be a better listener.”

Hiller’s own natural scrappiness and willingness to do what it takes to get the job done are cornerstones of her success, and important qualities she looks for when she’s hiring. She describes memories of spending hours on the phone, tracking down talent someone couldn’t quite describe from a commercial they couldn’t quite remember. “And this was before we had the internet!”

“I think resourceful is really good,” Hiller says. “There’s always somebody who knows somebody to get to somebody to get what you need.”

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November 13 | La Jolla, CA Michael Cochrane ‘05, Cam Ziegler ‘18, and Kim (Michaud) Benson ‘01 were

among the many San Diego area alumni who gathered for networking and a campus update.

November 7 | London Bryant alumni from greater London gathered at the East India Club for a reception on November 7 hosted by Dominik Wellmann ‘98.

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November 9 | Hartford, CT Our 9th annual Pub Hop for Hope attracted a good-sized crowd to support cancer research.

D O M I N I K W E L L M A N N ’9 8

Successful citizen of the world

B

orn and raised in Munich, Germany,

environment allows students to make

Dominik Wellmann ’98 is truly

mistakes, and no one will lose a job,”

a global citizen; since graduating from Bryant, he has worked in England,

he adds.

Listening is the most important

Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates,

skill in early career years, according to

and Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Recruited

Wellmann. Later, young professionals

by a former colleague for a three-month

should seek the most successful and

assignment to integrate two competing

respected individuals as mentors before

UK-based, on-demand laundry service

finding and mentoring junior people

businesses, Zipjet and Laundrapp,

with real potential. Networking, lifelong

Wellman is still there, nine months later.

learning, and finding an enjoyable career

“I have a very low threshold for boredom, and need a steep learning curve,” says Wellman, Laundrapp’s

and outside engagements are critical for success.

After having to fire 300 people in a

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dedicated students: Amanda Whitham ’21, Club Facilitator; Luisa Martinez ’20, Lead Curator; Kyle McPherson ’22, Assistant Curator; Alex Morrow ’21, Marketing; Katie Nicholson ’20, Treasurer; Anh Nguyen ’22, Event Manager; and Justin Ngo ’22, Event Manager.

TEDxBryantU came to Bryant when Samantha Scoca ’18, inspired

by Bryant’s culture of innovation, applied for a TEDx license and

STUDENTS

Michael Biskupic ’21 will present “Envisioning the Future of American International Engagement”

previous position, he understands all

and permanent Chief Operating Officer,

too well that being responsible for, and

Samantha Iacone ’20 will present

of his frequent career moves. As a

accountable to, employees is critical.

“Making the World More Unified”

turnaround specialist, Wellmann chooses

“As a business leader, you must have a

to seek other opportunities, once the

good grounding, but you can’t be great

Carlos Meltz ’20 will present “The

business is sold or merged.

in all skill sets,” says Wellmann, whose and finance. “When you appoint a leadership team… expect those people to be much smarter than you are.”

“ Sometimes it’s about being in the right place at the right time… networking skill combined with good, old-fashioned luck.”

TEDx.Bryant.edu.

TEDxBryantU 2020 SPEAKERS

interim Chief Executive Officer

own grounding is in logistics, technology,

formed a committee with five other dedicated students. With successful events in 2018 and 2019, TEDxBryantU has sparked larger conversations on “Grit, Passion, and Heart” and “Keys to the Future” that are still being discussed today.

There is a $10 ticket fee for alumni. For additional information and to purchase tickets, visit

23-year-old That Has lived 50”

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Lauren Porosky ’07, Director of Broker Channel Sales, will present “Be the Catalyst”

Jennifer Sahady ’05, public speaker and Employee Education Consultant at Mercer, will present “Marriage and Money”

Don Wilson ’92, ’94 MBA, sales educator and public speaker, will present “What’s YOUR Woobie? — A simple strategy toward your uncomfortable path to new opportunities in life and in business” STAFF

— Dominik Wellmann ’98

Leah DeCesare, writer and Conference/Event Planner at Bryant University,

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER, LAUNDRAPP

will present “How a Pen and a Stamp Can Change a Relationship”

Where will he be in five years?

“Whatever happens next, happens next…

GUEST SPEAKER

Alyssa Dver, Chief Confidence Officer at American Confidence Institute, will present “Confidence Is a Choice: Real Science. Superhero Impact”

business leaders must accept that,” Laundrapp’s customers tend to be

says Wellmann, sanguine about his

young professionals in their mid-30s

future. “Sometimes it’s about being in

who want the convenience and ease

the right place at the right time…

of access of arranging laundry pick-up

networking skill combined with good,

and delivery via a phone app, says

old-fashioned luck.”

Wellmann. In the future, he envisions

Not only did Wellmann appreciate the

that the privately held company, with

low faculty-to-student ratio and solid

77 employees, may become “part of a

business courses Bryant offered, he made

larger service platform, almost like

lifelong friends there, including

Amazon for services.”

Wellmann openly shares his

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Kevin Buonagurio ’99, now FiLMiC’s chief

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experience and wisdom with International

Buonagurio invited Wellmann, who

Women’s Summit

Business and Sophomore International

couldn’t go back to Germany for such a

Experience (SIE) students at Bryant.

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brief holiday, to join his family in

These programs, he says, give students

Connecticut at Thanksgiving — a

a strong foundation. “The controlled

tradition they continue to this day.

operating officer. As an undergraduate,

LAURA IPSEN President and CEO of Ellucian®

SUSAN DAVID, PH.D. CEO of Evidence Based Psychology, and Author

December 4 | Bermuda Karen (Cooper) Olson ‘83 hosted local alumni at the Terrace on Front Street.

Pictured are Carla Stempel P ‘23, Danielle Moniz ‘13, Nichole Shaw ‘09, Neil Stempel ‘84, P ‘23, Karen, and Nichole’s mother Kathy Stevens P ’09.

MAE JEMISON, M.D. First Woman of Color in Space, Founder and President: the Jemison Group and 100 Year Starship®

LAYSHA WARD Executive Vice President and Chief External Engagement Officer, Target

Special thanks to our sponsors listed below (partial listing) whose generous support helps to make this conference such a great value for everyone!

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BRONZE SPONSORS MEDIA SPONSORS Access TCA Providence Business News Beacon Mutual Insurance Co. Providence Journal Dassault Systemes Rhode Island Monthly Dave’s Marketplace Rhode Island PBS EY Gilbane Building Co. Gloria Gemma Foundation HP Hope Global JF Moran Lifespan Mancini Beverages Marcum LLP Providence College Ocean Spray Rhode Island Medical Imaging Robinson + Cole Targus The Hanover Insurance Co. Tiffany and Co.

Women’s Summit® is a registered trademark of Bryant University.

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April 2019 | Long Island, NY Catherine Kennedy ’13 and Brian Gowen ‘13

July 2019 | Concord, NH Madison Lichtmann ‘15 and Tyler Zahoruiko ‘13

September 2019 | Zengcheng, Guangzhou, China Kevin Gu ’16 and Bonnie Lai ’17

August 2019 | Chicago, IL Enxhi Elezi ’15 and Sean Pieroni

September 2019 | Plymouth, MA Bridget McNulty ’11 and Jake Costigan

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We receive more photos than we can print for each issue of Engage. To view all wedding photos received since the last issue, as well as the names of alumni in attendance, please visit

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Submit your “Partnerships” and “Additions” to the Office of Alumni Engagement by emailing alumni@bryant.edu or enter a class note through our online directory at alumni.bryant.edu.

September 2019 | Newport, RI Andrew McLarty ’06, ’07 MBA and Julia Baptista

C A L E N DA R February Smithfield, RI

February 26 President’s Cultural Series: Eddie Palmeri

Hackensack, NJ

February 27, 5 PM PreGame at Maggiano's, 7 PM Game Men’s Basketball @ Fairleigh Dickenson

March Boston, MA

March 5, 6 PM Women in Executive Leadership Panel and Reception

Naples, FL

March 6, 6 PM Reception Hosted

by Eric Handa ’97

New alumni events are added weekly.

Check alumni.bryant.edu/events for the updated calendar and to register.

Chapel Hill, NC

March 9, 6 PM Coach Pressler @ Hawthorn & Wood

New York, NY

March 24, 6 PM Women in Executive Leadership Panel and Reception

Boston, MA

March 25, 6 PM Impact Boston Finance Student Networking Reception

Hartford, CT

April Boston, MA

April 7, TBD Boston Red Sox (Bryant Pep Band performs)

Delhi, India

April 9, 6 PM Evening with Dean Annavarjula

Mumbai, India

April 11, 6 PM Evening with Dean Annavarjula

March 25, 6 PM Hartford Wolf Pack

Smithfield, RI

April 11 Men’s Lacrosse 15th Anniversary Celebration

New York, NY

April 14, 6 PM Sports Industry Panel

Smithfield, RI

June Portsmouth, RI June 6 Newport Polo

Newport, RI

June 8 President’s Golf Tournament

April 16 SAA Networking Dinner

Smithfield, RI

April 17, 5:30 PM Alumni Achievement Awards Dinner

Check bryantbulldogs.com for athletic contests in your area.

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Kathleen Brown a r c h way s o c i e t y

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guard) liaison

Donna Harris, P’03

a lu m n i r e c o r d s l i a i s o n

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Jessica Cantone ’21 MBA