Professional MBA

MBA Ambassadors

MBA Ambassadors are active MBA students, serving as a conduit between Muma College of Business administration and the MBA student body. MBA Ambassadors play a critical role in shaping the MBA student experience at USF.

MBA Ambassadors may be involved with a variety of things. MBA Ambassadors:

  • are engaged in the student experience
  • are outgoing and friendly
  • act as champions within the student body for new initiatives
  • seek to expand their own professional network
  • serve as an informal advisory board to Muma College of Business administration

Your Academic Year 2024-2025 MBA Ambassadors

Alexander Abraham
Sr. ISC Project Management Specialist | Honeywell
Program: Professional Evening MBA
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My name is Alex Abraham and I am pursuing an MBA to further my career into leadership. I plan to use my MBA to catapult me into program management and eventually into a people manager. I currently work at Honeywell Aerospace and have transitioned from an engineer into a project management position. I love to travel the world and make yearly trips to my favorite spots. Feel free to reach out!

 Justin Amis
Full Time MBA Student
Private Equity Analyst |  Dubin Clark
Program: Professional Evening MBA
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I am pursuing my MBA with a Finance Concentration at USF because I want to enhance my understanding of business theory in corporate applications. I hold a Bachelors in BAIS where I earned a 4.0 GPA. Professionally, I’ve served as a Management Consultant, Investment Banker, and Private Equity Analyst working for Fortune 500 companies and on M&A deals. Following graduation, I intend to further my career in private equity.

Peterson Boyer
Logician Specialist and US Army Veteran
Program: Professional Evening MBA
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During his service in the US Army, he restructured critical logistical systems, enhancing Soldiers' equipment readiness and unit’s operational efficiency. He was in charge of the procurement and receipt of all supplies, equipment, and equipment repairs, with a total value exceeding $100 million. His initiatives facilitated Soldiers to conduct crucial lifesaving electrical assessments, not just in one region, but on a global scale, spanning four continents. As an MBA Ambassador at USF, Peterson Boyer is dedicated to inspiring individuals worldwide, showing that with commitment and perseverance, anyone can achieve their aspirations and goals.

Jayson Grant
Full-time MBA Student 
Program: Professional Evening MBA
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Finance professional with over three years of experience in financial analysis, account management, and trade reconciliation. Pursuing an MBA with a proven track record of optimizing processes and enhancing operational efficiency.

Casey Kendall
Account Representative | OneBlood 
Program: Professional Evening MBA
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As a current MBA Candidate, I am pursing my degree to make a career change into program/project management within the Healthcare sector. In my current role as an Account Representative at OneBlood, I connect with my community with the goal of saving as many lives as possible. In the Healthcare sector thus far, I have served in various faucets of business and aim to continue my growth and knowledge. I look forward to my continued journey within the MBA program. If you have any questions about the program, feel free to connect with me!

Aakif Lalani
Strategy & Operations Analyst | Ashley Global Retail
Program: Professional Evening MBA
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I am pursuing my MBA to build a strong network, learn from like-minded professionals, and strengthen my business acumen. I presently work at Ashley Global Retail as a Strategy & Operations Analyst, aspiring to climb higher in the company and reach managerial levels. Originally from India, I am driven to establish a successful career in the U.S., honoring the sacrifices and hard work of my parents.

Monick Lima
Full-time MBA Student
Program: Professional Evening MBA
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Passionate about marketing with 16 years of experience with proven results in developing, managing, and executing successful marketing campaigns for private and public sectors. Focused on connecting brands with target audiences through relevant content. Born and raised in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, I moved to the United States to pursue an MBA to gain an overview of the business world and a different perspective by immersing myself in a different culture.

Ron Sarid
Psychiatry Account Specialist
Program: Professional Weekend MBA
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Midway through a successful career in the biopharmaceutical industry, I decided to embark on the journey of pursuing a part-time MBA program. I am confident that the program will arm me with the knowledge, skill sets, and confidence to pursue further opportunities in an industry where I can have a direct effect on improving patients' health.

Elisa Wilson
MBA Associate | Internship H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute, Inc.
Program: Online MBA
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As an MBA Associate Intern for the Chief of Business in Finance at Moffitt Cancer Center, I’m leveraging my background in sales and business development to transition into corporate consulting and analyst roles through my MBA at USF. My work at Moffitt is deepening my financial strategy skills, and I’m driven by a passion for business excellence and community impact. I’m eager to inspire and support fellow students as an MBA Ambassador while continuing to grow as a leader in high-impact environments.

Dennis Zybell
Full-time MBA Student
Program: Professional Evening MBA
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Originally from Germany, I spent my entire life in Switzerland before embarking on a new journey in Tampa, Florida to pursue my MBA at the ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ. My decision to pursue an MBA in the US stems from my desire to gain more international experience and immerse myself in diverse perspectives. Go Bulls!

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