Matt VanGilder in his work environment, produce surrounding him from local farmers.

Your Honorees, 2024

WMU Haworth is honored to present its 2024 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.

McKenzie Weeks in a black blazer smiling widely.

McKenzie Weeks

B.B.A.’16

Lauren Toppen dressed in orange floral.

Lauren Toppen

B.B.A.’19

Paul Roosa in a black suit.

Paul Roosa

B.B.A.’16, M.S.A.’17

Trevor Hart in an apron.

Trevor Hart

B.B.A.’19

Lexi Madejczyk sitting in a comfy chair wearing a blazer.

Lexi Madejczyk

B.B.A.’20

Edward Jones II in front of a green environment.

Edward A. Jones II

MBA’21

Chyna Sky Dandridge seated in a chair smiling.

Chyna Sky Dandridge

B.B.A.’19

Kenady Multer dressed in a navy button-up.

Kenady Multer

B.B.A.’17

Nickolas Bond in the forest surrounded by trees.

Nickolas Bond

B.B.A.’16

Travis Culhane dressed in a nice suit.

Travis Culhane

B.B.A.’17

Maida Caraballo dressed professionally.

Maida Caraballo

B.B.A.’14

Rachel Guenther holding tightly to her beige coat.

Rachel Guenther

B.B.A.’16

Henry Thiry standing in front of a fountain.

Henry Thiry

B.B.A.’21

Katie Fiore standing in front of an array of buildings.

Katie Fiore

B.B.A.’21

Taylor Hennessey in front of a textured curtain with a yellow cardigan.

Taylor Hennessey

B.B.A.’13

Brooke Scheffler dressed in an orange turtleneck.

Brooke Scheffler

B.B.A.’15

Nathan Harpenau dressed in a suit with a blue tie.

Nathan Harpenau

B.B.A.’19

Kennedy Cockrel wearing a white blouse.

Kennedy Victoria Cockrel

B.B.A.’17

Chris Rettich in a gray suit with a striped tie.

Chris Rettich

B.B.A.’14

Kaylee Ronn wearing a striped blazer.

Kaylee Ronn

B.B.A.’19

Riley Husted in a pink blazer.

Riley Husted

B.B.A.’20

Ragen Cooper wearing a black long sleeve.

Ragen Cooper

B.B.A.’18

Savanna Everett wearing a terracotta-colored blazer.

Savanna Everett

B.B.A.’17

Matt Van Gilder in his natural environment, a grocery store.

Matt Van Gilder

B.B.A.’13, MBA’17

Sarah Hamilton wearing floral surrounded by blossoming tree flowers.

Sarah Hamilton

B.B.A.’20

Sam Berman dressed in black.

Sam Berman

B.B.A.’19

EJ Montgomery dressed in a blue suit.

EJ Montgomery

B.B.A.’17, MBA’23

MacKenzie King wearing white.

MacKenzie King

B.B.A.’19, B.S.’19

Ryan Chilton wearing a red zip-up.

Ryan Chilton

B.B.A.’20

Atalie Zimmer wearing a green turtleneck.

Atalie Zimmer

B.B.A.’19

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.

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