What are you doing now? (as a UP alumnus) I founded a sales-focused consultancy where I help organizations build out their sales pipeline and go-to-market strategy. This involves hiring/developing the right salespeople, engineering outstanding processes, and leveraging the right-fit technology. Why did you choose UP Pamplin for your MBA? I chose UP Pamplin primarily for…Continue Reading Alumni Spotlight: Joe Barhoum (MBA ’09)
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Alumni Spotlight: Jim Calko (MBA’14)
Jim Calko is an experienced consultant and heads Agile Services at The Gunter Group. For more than 18 years, Jim has been leading diverse teams in the military, high-tech manufacturing, eCommerce and health care sectors. Jim graduated from the Pamplin School of Business in 2014 with a Masters in Business Administration. Jim was born and…Continue Reading Alumni Spotlight: Jim Calko (MBA’14)
Nonprofit Spotlight: Andrea Rennie (MBA ’13)
What are you doing now? (As alumna of the UP Pamplin MBA Nonprofit program) I am currently working for The Partners Group as Director of HR & Operations. I work in TPG’s Bellevue Office and our company is based in Portland. My role in HR and Operations is a perfect blend of my skill set…Continue Reading Nonprofit Spotlight: Andrea Rennie (MBA ’13)
Q&A with Dr. Eom
What do you teach (will teach for Summer)? I teach mostly OTM juniors, seniors, and MSOTM students in Database Management, Systems Analysis & Design, and Healthcare IT Management. I also teach Introduction to OTM for MBA and MSOTM students. During each summer, I teach Introduction to OTM and Healthcare IT Management. In all my courses,…Continue Reading Q&A with Dr. Eom
Q&A with Dr. Laird-Magee
What do you teach? In Fall I teach two sections of BUS 200, Principles of Marketing; BUS 443, International Marketing; and BUS 471, Promotions Management, which is the capstone for marketing majors. In spring I teach the same classes, just one BUS 200, and also teach BUS 524, Brand Promotions Management. What are you working…Continue Reading Q&A with Dr. Laird-Magee
Alumni Spotlight: David Danforth (MBA)
What are you doing now? I am currently the Global Vice President for PACCAR Parts which is the parts and service aftermarket support division for all Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF truck dealers around the world. I have been with PACCAR for 34 years and started working here once I completed my MBA at the University…Continue Reading Alumni Spotlight: David Danforth (MBA)