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Your Honorees, 2023

WMU Haworth is honored to present its 2023 edition of The 30, a publication that recognizes emerging alumni who are leading with intention and striving for more in the business world. Selected by a committee of faculty, staff and recent alumni, these honorees represent the integrity, leadership and purpose that are synonymous with being a Business Bronco.

Taylor Dunn is wearing a navy blouse and red lipstick.

Taylor Dunn

B.B.A.’19

Alex DiBartolomeo

Alex DiBartolomeo

B.B.A.’13, M.S.A.’14

Daniel May is standing outside of Dabney and Co., a cocktail bar in downtown Kalamazoo.

Daniel May

B.B.A.’14

Lauren Modrynski is wearing a black blazer.

Lauren Modrzynski

B.B.A.’11, M.S.A.’12

Alexander Ambs is sitting in his office, with a grey polo shirt on and tan baseball cap.

Alexander Ambs

B.B.A.’13

Alexis Flicek is wearing a black blazer.

Alexis Flicek

B.B.A.’19

Deepak Maurya is wearing a red polo tshirt.

Deepak Maurya

B.B.A.’15

Ashlea Sanscrainte is wearing a deep rose colored blouse.

Ashlea Sanscrainte

B.B.A.’15

Megan Barr is wearing a black blazer, holding a glass of red wine.

Megan Barr

B.B.A.’17

Beau Preston is wearing a black windbreaker jacket, blue button-down shirt, standing near a large river, surrounded by mountains.

Beau Preston

MBA’14

Collin Cronin is wearing a dark grey button-down shirt.

Collin Cronin

B.B.A.’17

Joshua Gray is wearing a red and navy floral shirt.

Joshua Gray

B.B.A.’18

Donovan McVey is wearing an orange shirt.

Donovan McVey

B.B.A.’18

Laura Mullen

Laura Mullen

B.B.A.’16

Bob Armbrister is wearing a white button-down shirt and navy blazer.

Robert Armbrister

B.B.A.’06, MBA’13

Julianna Gegovic is wearing a dark colored shirt.

Julianna Gegovic

B.B.A.’18

Lauren Peltier

Ali Peltier

B.B.A.’15

Madison Tolsma is wearing a tan cardigan.

Madison Tolsma

B.B.A.’20

Benjamin Etshim is wearing a navy suit and black shirt.

Benjamin Ndinga Etshim

B.B.A.’18

Justin Dudzinski is wearing a black jacket and white button-down shirt.

Justin Dudzinski

B.B.A.’17

Taylor Graham

Taylor Graham

B.B.A.’19

Michael King is wearing a white button-down shirt and light blue jacket.

Michael King

MBA’21

Devin Churchill is wearing a light-blush colored cardigan.

Devin Churchill

B.B.A.’15

Gino Faris is wearing an dark green tie and vest with a black jacket.

Gino Faris

B.B.A.’19

Wade Buckman is wearing a white button-down shirt and navy blazer.

Wade Buckman

B.B.A.’20, MBA’21

Sophia Chen (Huanxin) is wearing a black business-like blouse.

Sophia Chen (Huanxin)

B.B.A.’16

Brandon Humphrey is wearing a purple button down shirt and gray blazer.

Brandon Humphrey

B.B.A.’16, MBA’22

Kelly Darling is wearing a white blouse.

Kelly Darling

B.B.A.’16, B.S.’16

Holly Harmon is wearing a light-gray blouse.

Holly Harmon

B.B.A.’20

Amanda Van Guisen is wearing a light purple shirt.

Amanda Van Giesen

B.B.A.’17

The 30 is a publication from the Haworth College of Business that recognizes emerging business leaders who are providing thought leadership and innovative perspectives in the business world. Like many publications highlighting business leaders, The 30 honors impact in the business world, and connects alumni with the college and one another through networking.

In order to qualify, nominees must:

  • Have graduated from WMU Haworth in the past 10 years.
  • Have significant achievements through application of their business and leadership skills.
  • Have demonstrated a strong sense of vision for the future.
  • Have a minimum of two years of professional experience.

A committee composed of faculty, staff and recent alumni evaluate the nominations (with names redacted), using a holistic scoring method, looking for evidence of the following:

  • Significant accomplishments in the business world since graduation (maximum of 20 points)
  • Meeting or surpassing milestones—corporate or external recognition of efforts (maximum of 10 points)
  • Community involvement and vision in regard to service (maximum of 10 points)

Up to 10 additional points will be awarded based on the panel's overall impression of the materials (completeness and strong narrative as to why this person is worthy of being honored).

While each nominee may not excel in each of the above areas, evidence of achievement in several of the areas above will create a strong nomination.

If you have any questions about The 30 or the application process, please contact Stacey Anderson. 

If you know of an alum who should be included, or if you meet the criteria for The 30, then fill out our nomination form for the college's digital publication. The deadline for choosing the next class of The 30 is October 20, 2023.

Now in its fifth cycle, The 30, has recognized many accomplished individuals from the Haworth College of Business. View the last two publications.
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