VSB STORIES OF IMPACT
We recognize problem solvers, change makers and humble servant leaders who live their VSB values and make a difference in their communities and around the world. Check back regularly as we continue to highlight the impactful and inspirational people of VSB.
Superhero to the Rescue
Dr. Mayank Amin, PharmD,鈥15 MBA, is a real-life superhero to many, dressing in costume to deliver COVID vaccines to his pharmacy patients.
Supporting International Students
Gloria Angel helped international students stranded at 棉花糖直播 during the Covid-19 pandemic find success.
Global Servant
From New York to Nigeria, Father Deji Dada Augustine 鈥20 MSCM bridges Christ鈥檚 hope and care across the globe.
Servants of Humility
As our first two Deans, Frs. Bartley and Barrett provided the underpinnings of VSB鈥檚 success with a deep sense of commitment to serve.
Comfortable Footwear
In 2019, Paula Belatti 鈥14 VSB joined Clove founder Joe Ammon to create a shoe that was custom designed for healthcare workers.
Advocacy through Caritas
Aront茅 Bennett, PhD, leads VSB鈥檚 diversity, equity and inclusion efforts to ensure that through love, everyone feels seen and heard.
Sustainable Influence
Kathleen Blehl 鈥18 VSB, embodies the versatility of a VSB education, taking her business acumen and passion for sustainability around the globe.
The Connector
Tracy Setlock Brala 鈥90 VSB derives great pleasure in helping people connect with each other and her alma mater.
Linking Service and Business
Abby Butkus 鈥10 VSB talk about creating financial service access to lower income people around the world.
Changed for the Better
When Robert Byrnes 鈥76 VSB is asked why he gives back, he has a simple answer: 棉花糖直播 changed his life.
Envisioning the Future
Nick Carney 鈥16 VSB strives to positively impact public health and the arts in Rwanda.
Strength in Numbers
Research into women and labor market issues ultimately inspired Cheryl Carleton to create the 棉花糖直播 Women鈥檚 Professional Network.
Positive Impact
Dominic Canuso 鈥98 VSB, 鈥06 EMBA as he shares how VSB inspired him to combine business acumen and community support to help others.
A Better World
John Catalano 鈥14 VSB, 鈥20 MBA believes in the power of business to address critical issues in the world.
A Piece of Himself
Bill Carpou 鈥76 VSB carried 棉花糖直播鈥檚 values throughout his career, seeking to give a piece of himself to others.
Making her Mark
Lisa Chase 鈥93 VSB reflects on the education beyond a business degree that 棉花糖直播 offers.
A Network for Success
Chidinma Chioke 鈥21 VSB discuss starting the National Association of Black Accountants chapter at VSB to create a sense of belonging.
A Legacy of Kindness
One man鈥檚 kindness toward Al Clay, VSB Dean Emeritus meant a lifetime of kindnesses lived out in VSB and beyond.
The Power of Possibility
George Coleman opens doors to transformative opportunities for young people.
Passion to Serve
Linda Coleman 鈥78 VSB leads CASA, providing underrepresented students with a sense of belonging and a space for self-realization.
The Science of Ministry
Donald Cook II 鈥21 MSCM prayed he鈥檇 find the right program to run a successful church. He found it in the Master of Science in Church Management
Supporting Gender Equality
Sue Cot茅 forged a path into leadership in male-dominated fields before creating opportunities at VSB to address gender inequities.
Professional Success
Kai Cunningham 鈥16 VSB found a top ranked undergraduate business program, mentorship, and a deep love of sports at 棉花糖直播
Leading with Value
Denise L. Devine, CPA, 鈥77 VSB, 鈥83 MT, P 鈥06, 鈥09 as she shares how her time as a student at VSB prepared her for a career as an effective, compassionate business leader.
Investing in our Communities
For Daniel M. DiLella 鈥73 VSB, giving back to his community is a part of who he is.
Connection. Belonging. Growth.
Jeanette Ding 鈥16 VSB, emphasizes how VSB, the faculty, and its opportunities have contributed to her success.
Pathways to Belonging
Laurenlee Dominguez 鈥21 VSB she came to 棉花糖直播 ready to advance inclusion efforts for Latinx students and she did just that.
Purpose Fueled by Friendship
Joseph Donahue 鈥35 VSB, and his wife Rita, bonded with Fr. George Riley over the 棉花糖直播 mission and from that formed a legacy.
An Uncommon Experience
Bill Donnell 鈥77 VSB has created a transformative internship experience that sets the standard for all others.
Model Leadership
Christine Dorfler 鈥97 VSB leverages her experience as an Army veteran and woman in business to help others navigate their careers.
Unparalleled Commitment
Professor Gerald Dougherty, CPA 鈥58 VSB taught longer than anyone else at VSB and laid the foundation for thousands of accountants.
Business Education to Embrace Innovation
Anthony Dragisics 鈥23 VSB applied technical expertise and entrepreneurial spirit gained at 棉花糖直播 to alleviate foot pain for everyone.
Wiping Away COVID
As a brand manager for Lysol Wipes, Chris Duderich 鈥09 VSB supported the product and theconsumers at their darkest hours.
A Service Mindset
Brendan Dwyer 鈥14 VSB credits 棉花糖直播 for helping him develop a global mindset and commitment to service.
Translating DEI
As CEO & Founder of Translator, Inc., Natalie J. Egan 鈥08 MBA uses technology to help organizations have real conversations about DEI.
Drive for Change
Maria Espinoza 鈥22 VSB knew she wanted to positively impact VSB鈥檚 students of color and create an inclusive environment where everyone felt accepted and valued.
Flexibility to Succeed
For Michele M. Etzel 鈥87 VSB, 棉花糖直播 provided the flexibility to achieve her goals and embark on her own path to success.
Blazing the Trail
Patricia Fahy 鈥71 VSB as she shares how VSB enabled her to blaze her own trail as one of VSB鈥檚 first female graduates.
Restless Ministry
In both the sorrows and joys of life, Joseph Farrell, O.S.A. 鈥85 VSB, 鈥19 MSCM sees each moment as an opportunity to discover God.
Early Stage Impact
Tiffany Flippen 鈥09 VSB, along with Nia Cooper 鈥07 VSB, put VSB Accounting on the way to greater diversity and inclusion in 2006.
A Place to Grow
Melinda German made The Clay Center at VSB a space where students come for care, guidance, and growth.
Servant Leader
Chris Gheysens 鈥93 VSB, President & CEO of Wawa, looks beyond building a culture of convenience to make a difference.
Being Helped, Helping Others
Austin Glass 鈥22 VSB finds joy in helping others at 棉花糖直播, empowering him to succeed at an internship for a non-profit.
Invested in Learning
Justin and Victoria Gmelich 鈥90 VSB enabled the creation of a state-of-the-art lab to educate finance leaders for generations to come.
Creative Pursuits
Gabriela Guaracao 鈥09 VSB credits 棉花糖直播 with laying the foundation for her success in the fashion industry and her desire to make an impact.
International Expertise
Fernando Guardia 鈥10 VSB continues to apply the well-rounded skills he learned from VSB to his international business career.
The Gift of Service
For Michael Grossi 鈥91 VSB, his 棉花糖直播 and military experience instilled a mindset of giving back and paying it forward.
Blueprint for Success
Backed by generous support from Daniel M. DiLella 鈥73 VSB, Shawn Howton, PhD laid the foundation for real estate education at VSB.
Creativity and Community
For Christopher Josephs 鈥17 VSB and Ryan Mazzie 鈥18 VSB, VSB courses served as inspiration for the social investing app they have created.
Finding the Right Opportunity
Yun Seong Jo brought his background as a Marine Corps Corporal to VSB鈥檚 Certificate in Accountancy program.
Changing Kids鈥 Lives
Chris Jones 鈥13 VSB founded a nonprofit that helps underprivileged kids get access to professional entertainment events.
Habitual Service
Ramon Jones 鈥91 VSB learned at a young age that service and paying it forward defines success more than anything else.
From Tragedy, Light Emerges
Jennifer Kane 鈥97 VSB was lost tragically on September 11th, 2001. Her family keeps her memory alive by spreading joy to those in need.
Answering the Call
After more than 30 years in asset management, Karen Dunn Kelley 鈥82 VSB answered the call to public service.
Groundbreaking Analytics
Jaya Kolhatkar 鈥86 MBA has had a significant impact on global companies鈥 uses of analytics as a graduate of the inaugural MBA class.
First-year Handles Pandemic
Braden Krueger 鈥24 VSB from Tampa Bay, Fla., founded Germ Buffer, a company that sells reusable sleeves for shopping cart handles.
Spreading KINDness
For John Leahy 鈥75 VSB the value of mission-driven organizations goes beyond the profits.
Lasting International Bonds
Robert T. LeClair, PhD spent 30 years at VSB focused on advancing international business scholarship and it will continue for many more.
Creating Cultural Connections
Pin-Pin (Alice) Liao 鈥16 VSB launched the Taiwan-American Student Conference (TASC) to foster cultural connections among students.
Augustinian Values
For Leonard LoBiondo 鈥80 VSB, his actions and success are firmly grounded in his Augustinian Values.
Education Inspires
Victor Maggitti 鈥56 VSB discuss how his VSB education in accounting was foundational to his future success.
Destined for Teaching
Wen Mao, PhD, The Helen and William O'Toole Dean, carries on a family legacy in education that鈥檚 impacted the lives of countless students.
Lasting Contribution to Education
Michael Mahoney 鈥72 VSB recognizes the importance of quality Catholic education and committed to see it prosper at VSB.
Faith at Work
You can find Jackson Martinez 鈥20 MAC at the intersection of business and faith.
Philadelphia鈥檚 Poet Laureate
Trapeta B. Mayson 鈥15 EMBA, a nonprofit leader and a poet with an entrepreneurial mindset blends her experiences to pursue her life鈥檚 mission.
A Global Family
From Philadelphia to Rome, Sr. Angela Marie Mazzeo, CSFN 鈥06 EMBA creates a family atmosphere while spreading God鈥檚 love.
Community Makes It Possible
For Beth Mazzeo 鈥81 VSB, a strong community remains a key to her success within her personaland professional life.
Applying Business to Education
Joe McColgan 鈥08 EMBA, president of Ss. Neumann Goretti High School in S. Philadelphia, used business principles for better outcomes.
The Business of Technology
Scott Megill 鈥07 EMBA leverages the power of business technology to create a healthier world through precision medicine solutions.
Industry Innovator
Jeffrey S. Miller 鈥79 VSB credits championed initiatives forever changing the global landscape.
Agent of Change
Tim Monahan credits VSB鈥檚 commitment to students and openness to change as key drivers to its success.
Fueled by Others
For Bob Moran 鈥72 VSB words from his father fueled him to treat others the way he wanted to be treated.
The Impact of Volunteering
Agnes Mukuiya 鈥16 VSB finds perspective in helping others, despite the challenges of living 7,000 miles away from home.
Summing Up What Matters
For Bob Mulhall 鈥80 VSB, making a difference is measured not only on a balance sheet but more importantly on a personal level.
A Powerful Legacy
Richard Naclerio 鈥54 VSB and his wife Barbara recognized the importance of supporting quality faculty members to help 棉花糖直播 grow.
Cementing a Legacy
Management and Operations professor Robert L. Nydick鈥檚 legacy is cemented in his generosity to others.
Teacher, Professor, and Coach
For Gerard Olson, a VSB professor of 35 years, 棉花糖直播 has not changed in the ways that matter most鈥 its commitment to community.
Giving and Growing
Understanding the impact a scholarship had on his life, Terry O鈥橳oole 鈥80 VSB has given back to 棉花糖直播 University again and again.
Better Business Leaders
Jim O鈥橠onnell '63 VSB share how 棉花糖直播 molded him and how his generosity shapes future generations of business leaders.
Toolkit for Success
Katherine (Gibbs) Parr鈥檚 鈥01 VSB deep passion for service and desire to make an impact have informed her career choices.
A Helping Hand
Manny Paulino (Garcia) 鈥18 VSB believes everyone has countless ways to serve right at their fingertips.
Creating the Right Experience
Anthony Penna of VSB鈥檚 Graduate Business Programs discuss how he helps working professionals grow and find success in higher education.
Pursuit of Knowledge
Helene Purcell鈥檚 鈥11 VSB undergraduate experiences laid the groundwork for her pursuit of an Economics PhD.
Values and Education
Mark Redmond '79 VSB is the executive director of Spectrum Youth and Family Services, working with at-risk youth in Burlington, Vermont.
Success is a Team Sport
Paul Ridder '00 MBA believes in the power of mentorship to help improve lives individually and on a much larger scale.
Profits for Prosperity
Guelmana Rochelin '03 VSB maximized her 棉花糖直播 experience before returning to Haiti to help change her homeland鈥檚 narrative.
Leading With Purpose
Joyce E. A. Russell, PhD share how our Augustinian Catholic values help us lead with integrity to make the world a better place.
A Lasting Legacy
Michael Scully 鈥70 VSB still cherishes his time at 棉花糖直播 and continues to give back in very permanent ways.
Paying It Forward
Vidhi Shah '15 VSB believes in helping the next generation of students make the most of 棉花糖直播.
The Gift of Warmth
Grace Sica 鈥19 MBA created Operation Warm, a nonprofit that manufactures and distributes warm coats to kids in need.
Turning Pride into Purpose
Kevin Tedeschi '71 VSB credits his education for much of his success and gave back to ensure that experience for future generations.
Continuing a Family Legacy
Carlos Unanue 鈥86 VSB leads Goya Foods de Puerto Rico to success by prioritizing high standards, family values, and the community.
Leading Through Learning
Seema Vishnoi Kesselring 鈥08 EMBA brings a passion for education, innovation and adoption of digital technologies wherever she goes.
Business and Healthcare
Michael S. Weingarten 鈥86 MBA implements business strategies in the healthcare industry to transform the lives of his patients.
The Impact of Service
Aaron Weis '07 EMBA left the private sector to become the CIO for the U.S. Navy, where he鈥檚 leading a technology transformation.
A Relationship With Purpose
Valerie Wieman '92 VSB, a partner at PwC, has been an ardent champion for VSB to create an exceptional campus-to-industry connection.
Snarky for a Reason
Jenni-Lyn Williams describe starting Snarky Tea as an MBA student to make a product and brand that empowers women.
Leading with Empathy and Purpose
Inspired by the example of his parents, Greg Wilson 鈥95 VSB realized his ability to be a leader and give back to his community.
A Sustainable Impact
Carly Whitmer 鈥18 VSB is using data analytics to make the world a greener, more sustainable place.
Connecting Communities through Technology
Darla Henning Wolfe 鈥06 EMBA is guided by Augustinian values as she shares her expertise in Information Technology across the world.
Education Rooted in Faith
Charles Zech, PhD, Professor Emeritus, created the means for church leaders to not only minister to parishes but also strengthen them.
A Vision of Service
Andrea Zinn 鈥13 VSB knew from a young age that she wanted to pursue a service-oriented education.