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J.P. Eggers
J.P. Eggers is the Interim Dean and the Catherine & Peter Kellner Professor of Entrepreneurship at NYU Stern. He joined Stern's faculty in July 2008 and served as Vice Dean for MBA and Graduate Programs from 2018 to 2024, where he spearheaded numerous innovative initiatives. Dean Eggers holds a B.A. in History from Amherst College and an M.B.A. in Management from Emory University's Goizueta Business School. He assumed his current role as Interim Dean on July 1, 2024.

Nate Pettit
Nate Pettit is the Vice Dean for MBA and Graduate Programs at NYU Stern, teaching leadership courses across MBA programs and involved with the Stern Chats podcast. His research focuses on hierarchical dynamics and competition, with work published in top journals such as Academy of Management Journal and Psychological Science. Nate serves on editorial boards and has received multiple teaching awards, including Poets & Quants’ top MBA professors under 40 and Stern’s Distinguished Teaching Award.

Lindsay Loyd
Lindsay Loyd is the Executive Director for MBA Admissions at NYU Stern. She joined NYU Stern in January 2023 after a 20 year career in financial services. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Washington State University in Pullman, Washington, and an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.

Thomaï Serdari
Thomai Serdari, Ph.D. is a strategist in luxury marketing and branding. She helps clients launch, grow, and successfully manage luxury brands. She is an expert on luxury and actively studies, values, and reports on companies or funds that operate and invest within the luxury goods market. Prof. Serdari has been teaching at New York University since 2004.

Adam Brandenburger
Adam is a J.P. Valles Professor at the Stern School of Business, Distinguished Professor at the Tandon School of Engineering, Faculty Director of the NYU Shanghai Program on Creativity + Innovation, and Global Network Professor. He was a professor at Harvard Business School from 1987 to 2002. He received his B.A., M.Phil., and Ph.D. degrees from the University of Cambridge. Adam researches in the areas of game theory, information theory, and business strategy.

Paul Hardart
Paul Hardart is a Clinical Professor of Marketing at NYU Stern, joining in July 2017. He co-founded Witnify, an online platform that documents first-person accounts of significant events. Hardart has produced acclaimed films like Mary and Max and Annie Leibovitz: Life Through a Lens. Previously, he directed The New School's Graduate Program in Media Management and held senior roles at Universal Pictures and Warner Brothers, launching notable films and strategic initiatives.

Genevieve Kenny
Genevieve has over 10 years of experience as a people leader and as a career and leadership development expert. She enjoys using design thinking to lead others through the process of achieving meaningful careers. Prior to joining Stern in 2020, she led coaching, career education and employer relations teams at the NYU Wasserman Center for Career Development after a pivot from K12 education and social impact work.

Fatim Lelenta
Fatim’s career has always included working with graduate/professional students. She began her career journey as a Career Counselor at Fordham University where she supported graduate students in the school of education, arts and sciences, and alumni. She then came to NYU where she initially served as Assistant Director of Graduate Career Development at the Wasserman Center for Career Development. In her role, she supported over 20,000 graduate students (Masters and PhDs) across the university.

Adrianna Tomasello
Adrianna is a second-year Full Time MBA Student. Academically, she specializes in Leadership and Change Management. She is also involved in leadership positions in student clubs such as SWIB, AHBBS, and SGov. Adrianna interned at Prudential last summer as an HR Lead Summer Associate. She will be returning to Prudential after graduation. Adrianna loves being part of the Consortium Community at Stern!

Alexandra Schwaber
Alexandra is a Senior Manager of Email Marketing at Tory Burch. She attended NYU Stern from 2023 to 2024 as a student in the Luxury & Retail MBA program. While at Stern, she served as the AVP of Social for the Luxury & Retail Club and specialized in Luxury Marketing and Strategy. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Union College.

Aman Mittal
Aman is a Managing Director at Moelis & Company. He attended NYU Stern from 2015 to 2017 as a student in the Full-time MBA program specializing in Banking and Corporate Finance. While at Stern, he served as the President of the South Asian Business Association and the AVP of External Relations for the Graduate Finance Association.

Anh Nguyen
Anh Nguyen is currently the Chief of Staff and PMO to the Global Head of Publishers at TikTok. He attended NYU Stern from 2016 to 2018 as a student in the Full-time MBA program. While at Stern he served as the VP of Alumni/Admissions for OutClass, the VP of Corporate Relations for the Stern Tech Association and the VP of Male Allies for Stern Women in Business. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Physics from the University of California, Los Angeles.

Arjun Swaminathan
Arjun grew up in both Berwyn, Pennsylvania and Potomac, Maryland. After completing his undergraduate studies at the University of Pennsylvania, he moved to New York in October 2020 to work in data consulting for Precision Business Solutions. This summer, Arjun will be an intern at Boston Consulting Group, and he intends to work in the management consulting space after graduation. One thing he loves about Stern: the depth of the connections he has made with his classmates.

Austin Nguyen
Austin, originally from Southern California, graduated from UCLA with a degree in Economics and a minor in Food Studies. A former competitive dragon boater, he eagerly awaits the return of beach weather in NYC. As an MBA candidate at NYU Stern, Austin aims to pursue a career in Entertainment, Media, and Sports, aspiring to influence the future of film and television. He appreciates the welcoming Stern community, which makes NYC feel like a home away from home.

Deion Ramsey
Deion is a current Full-Time MBA student at NYU Stern. He is currently the president of the Luxury and Retail Club, Vice President of Admissions of the Association for Hispanic and Black Business Students (AHBBS), and member of the Graduate Marketing Association. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Accounting from Howard University.

Fernanda Gomes
Fernanda is a Brazilian MBA student at NYU Stern, pivoting from consulting to corporate strategy. Her short-term goal is to work in a corporate strategy role at a tech company, where she can grow, develop her skills, and gain industry experience. Long-term, she aspires to launch her own company. She loves exploring the city, spending time with friends, and being part of the Stern community.

Jairam Dookoo
Jairam Dookoo is a current Full-time MBA student at NYU Stern. He is currently the Assistant Vice President of the Alumni Relations, Management Consulting Association (MCA), Assistant Vice President of Career Development, Student Government (Sgov), and the Assistant Vice President of Admissions for the Association of Hispanic and Black Business Students (AHBBS). He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting and Information Systems and a minor in Business and Liberal Arts from Queens College.

Liz Janko
Liz is a MBA candidate at NYU Stern, specializing in Luxury and Retail. Her professional goals include leveraging her financial expertise in the public and private sector to drive impactful investments and strategies. With a background in FP&A and M&A, she aims to make a meaningful difference launching and building brands. One thing she loves about Stern is the vibrant community and diverse perspectives, which enrich her learning experience and foster innovative thinking on and off campus.

Marcia Hu
Marcia, a second-year NYU Stern MBA student and investment associate at the NYU Impact Investment Fund, has a diverse professional background, including roles in advertising, healthcare, and as President of a Brooklyn community pharmacy. Fluent in Mandarin and deeply rooted in New York, she’s returning to Bank of America’s REGL team after graduation and volunteers with 'Send Chinatown Love' to support Asian-owned businesses.

Miguel (Sevi) Sevidal
Sevi, a second-year MBA candidate at NYU Stern, previously worked as a ranked equity research analyst in the Philippines and taught at Ateneo de Manila University, mentoring winning teams in prestigious CFA competitions. During his MBA, he has served as interim chief of staff at ASEAN tech consultancy Thinking Machines, operations and programs fellow at WELL/BEINGS in New York, and a policy research consultant for the Philippine House of Representatives.

Nadia Weeks
Nadia is a Senior Consultant at Deloitte. She attended NYU Stern from 2021 to 2023 as a student in the Full-time MBA program. While at Stern, she served as the AVP of Events for Stern Management and Strategy and AVP of Events for Stern in Africa. Nadia was also an active member in the Management Consulting Association, Association of Hispanic and Black Business Students and Stern Technology Association.

Naeem Turner-Bandele
Dr. Naeem Turner-Bandele, CEO of Latimer Enterprises and MBA candidate at NYU Stern, holds a Ph.D. from Carnegie Mellon University. As a pioneering energy researcher and former NREL SULI participant, he actively addresses energy disparities in underserved communities. Beyond his professional endeavors, Dr. Turner-Bandele has co-authored children's STEM books, co-founded The League of Extraordinary Parents, and serves on the board of the National Society of Black Engineers.

Omar Shoukry
Omar, a second-year MBA student at NYU Stern with a background in healthcare corporate development and M&A. He interned last summer at Pfizer’s Strategy & Consulting group, focusing on a divestiture within Pfizer's global portfolio. Passionate about strategy and the intersection of business and social impact, Omar appreciates Stern's prime Lower Manhattan location—a center of culture and opportunity.

Shreya Jaluka
Shreya is a full-time MBA student at NYU Stern and co-president of SABAS. She spent her summer in consulting at McKinsey & Co. and is passionate about building strong communities and meaningful relationships. One of her favorite things about Stern is the incredibly supportive, tight-knit culture, or, if she’s being honest, the fact that there’s free pizza in the grad lounge almost every day!

Tania Arciniega
Tania Arciniega, a full-time MBA student (Class of 2025) at NYU Stern, serves as VP of Knowledge Management for the Entertainment Media and Sports Association and VP of Blocks for Stern Student Government, and is a Consortium Fellow. With five years at Microsoft as a Product Marketing Manager, she spearheaded global AI and digital marketing initiatives and developed brand strategies. Currently exploring Fintech opportunities, Tania is passionate about innovation and values the vibrant community.

Vero Quiroga
Vero, a dynamic Tech MBA student at Stern, is honing her product management skills for a career in fintech or entertainment and media. Known for her sociability and leadership within her cohort, she excels at fostering collaboration and driving impactful teamwork in Stern’s vibrant, community-focused environment, using it as a springboard for innovation and success.