MBA Alumni

Senior Program Manager at Intuit

April is a highly self-motivated leader with a proven record of success partnering with senior executives to drive action across rapidly changing SaaS organizations. She has a passion for the details and a talent for building relationships and working cross-functionally across teams.

A veteran of the U.S Army, April garnered numerous accolades during her military career—most notably being named U.S. Army Soldier of the Year in 2012.

Additionally, April was selected to join the White House Communications Agency as a member of former President Barack Obama’s Communications Team, providing direct support to the President, then-Vice President Joe Biden, White House senior staff and U.S. Secret Service on missions worldwide. She was awarded the Presidential Service Badge for flawless execution of 65+ presidential flight operations.

Vistage on Campus – Flex 21

Senior Specialty/Primary Care Sales Representative - Diabetes - Sanofi

Ariyella David is an award-winning sales and marketing executive, with experience in the financial, pharmaceutical and biotech industries. For Ariyella, the most rewarding times are when she can sell and market products that contribute to the health and wellbeing of others.

To sharpen her leadership skills and boost her marketing abilities, Ariyella is pursuing an Executive MBA at UC San Diego. She is committed to mentoring and guiding others by being a Peer Group Leader at the Southern California chapter of the mentoring group Women in Bio.

Vistage on Campus – Flex-22

Business Application Manager - MedImpact Healthcare Systems

Brian is a highly experienced information technology professional with broad expertise in analysis and design of business and application systems, data mining and modeling, and process re-engineering. He has a strong ability to manage complex projects with aggressive timelines, budgets, and technical resources while delivering high quality results. He has expert knowledge of both waterfall and agile software development methodologies and is experienced in financial services, telecommunications, retail/wholesale, education, healthcare, utilities and government sectors.

Vistage on Campus – Flex 22

Founder - Airen Studio

Christina’s currently pursuing an MBA at UC San Diego expanding her professional experience with formal coursework in product management, strategy and operations.

She most recently served as the Senior Vice President of Revenue at the News Revenue Hub, a nonprofit that has helped over 70 newsrooms raise over $70 million since 2016. From overseeing the business development pipeline to helping bring a SaaS product to market, she worked at every layer of the organization. In a previous life, Christina worked in art museums by planning major donor cultivation events and art collecting trips. She has a B.A. in Art History with an emphasis on Chinese Contemporary Art.

Vistage on Campus – Flex 23

Senior Manager - Kyocera

Daisuke works in Business Management at Kyocera for the Semiconductor Components group. He has experience in Production, Engineering, and Program Management roles across the Telecommunication, Automotive, and Microelectronics industries. He currently leads various functions, including Business Analysts, Data Science/Analytics, and Program Management. He is also a Flex Weekend 23 MBA Student at UCSD Rady School of Management. He and his classmates placed 3rd in the 2022 MIT OPSSIMCOM competition representing Rady in the global operations tournament. In his spare time, Daisuke enjoys teaching high school students at a local Japanese secondary school, playing tennis, snowboarding, and international travel.

Vistage on Campus – Flex 23

CEO/Founder - GeneGoCell

GeneGoCell was founded in 2020 by Elizabeth Zhang, SCYM (ASCP)CM, MBA, CMQ/OE, PhD, to provide top-quality and fast-turnaround customized services in Next-Gen Sequencing (NGS) and flow cytometry analysis to serve the rising precision medicine industry, e.g. cell gene therapy (CGT).

“Love, Trust and Commitment” are the foundations of GeneGoCell.

Joined Vistage in 2018

Product Manager - Qualcomm

Ferdinando is a Product Manager in the Qualcomm Platform Solutions Ecosystem.

Vistage on Campus – Flex 21

Medical Director - VITAS Healthcare

Vistage on Campus – Flex 23

Senior Military Science Instructor - Department of Military Affairs

Highly motivated senior military leader with immense experience in human capital management, policy development and application for the betterment of the organization. Selfless leader with a broad spectrum of project management in ever changing dynamic and diverse conditions, achieving results even when faced with adversity. A teachable leader with key interest in the organization and the welfare of individuals.

After achieving a twenty-six-year career in the military I have learned, honed and exceled in project management, organizational leadership, subordinate mentorship, development, interpersonal relations, and communication. Understanding the human dimension and geopolitical environment has allowed me to achieve quantifiable results under fast-paced operational conditions globally. Successfully over coming challenges in logistical and operational management for organizations spread across several countries. A safety conscious leader who has analyzed and mitigated risk under some of the most adverse and high-risk conditions while protecting personnel, equipment and assets valued at over $950M attaining effective broad-spectrum results with multinational partners in joint operations.

Proponent of continued education, currently a candidate at Rady School of Management’s MBA program with a degree from Goldman’s School of Public Policy, in Public Affairs. Recipient of Bronze Star Medals, Meritorious Service Medals, Accommodation and Achievement Medals in recognition for outstanding performance, leadership and professionalism.

Vistage on Campus – Flex 22

Founder - The Collective SD

Ilo understands what it takes to bring a project in on time, on budget and most importantly, on strategy. She is proud to have worked with an array of brands including, ABC, Applebee’s, TGI Friday’s, Hooters, Buffalo Wild Wings, Tilted Kilt, the Liberace Estate and Buzztime.

She’s passionate about donating her skill set to the Junior League of San Diego, serving as their Vice President of Marketing. Ilo’s background in non-profit marketing extends beyond the Junior League to her work with the YMCA, Empower San Diego, WomanCare Global and more.

Vistage on Campus – Flex 23

Director of Special Events and Group Sales - Brich Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego

Ioana is an executive leader with experience in driving strategic communication and event management for leading non-profit, corporate, media, and educational organizations. She is highly motivated and passionate with a robust set of skills to support an organization throughout its development, management, evaluation/research and analysis as well as media/press operations.

Vistage on Campus – Flex 23

Sales Consultant - GE Healthcare

Jason is a sales consultant for GE Healthcare representing capital medical equipment with 9 years experience in this roll. He has a passion for helping others, which stems from his service in the US Army from 1999-2012. As an Army veteran with a devotion to veteran advocacy, he is also the Vice President of the Rady Veterans Association (RVA).

Vistage on Campus – Flex 21

Electrical Engineer IV- General Atomics

Ken has experience in FPGA design using Verilog, in various aspects of the design and testing of consumer electronics hardware, and in PCB design for mobile technologies. He seeks to advance his career by staying up to date on current and emerging technologies.

Vistage on Campus – Flex 23

Global Product Manager - LumiraDx

Kenny is leveraging his technical background to launch on a global scale, consumable products, and a molecular-based testing menu for a high complexity lab setting parenting without companies’ point of care device to impact the healthcare industry. Most notable is his involvement in companies’ adaption to both electronic lab notebooks and laboratory inventory systems.

He is a military veteran with a plethora of leadership experience who is eager to develop and grow his eclectic background. Kenny’s managed projects in both In Vitro and In Vivo settings, mastered techniques specializing primarily in immunoassays and virology-based work and he has worked in BSL-3 labs with a variety of viruses including SARS-CoV-2. He has a team-oriented mindset and relentless work ethic.

Vistage on Campus – Flex 23

Research Scientist - NAVWAR

Kieche is a Research Scientist with specialties in corrosion prevention research and policy in defense, paints & coatings.

Vistage on Campus – Flex 21

COO - Bimini Health Tech

Lucas is the COO of Bimini Health Tech a global leader in the regenerative product and therapy market.

Vistage on Campus – Flex 12 (Alumnus Member)

VP, Brand Strategy and Marketing Communications - Skillsoft

Inspiring Global Leader and Customer Champion / Strategist with a Passion for Data/ Advocate for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.

Vistage on Campus – Flex 21

Sales Operations Manager - Qualcomm

Solid experience in forecasting processes, product life cycle management, sourcing strategy and new product introduction in consumer electronics and semiconductor business .

Vistage on Campus – Flex 21

Senior Principal Project Management - Northrup

Marcus is a strategic leader and proven producer of top-performing teams around the world, with a keen ability to synthesize information into action guiding senior stakeholders’ decisions. He has more than 25 years’ experience gained as a military veteran of the United States Marine Corps.

Marcus takes an innovative approach to solving problems and finding efficient ways to improve processes. He is fluent in Spanish and possesses TS security clearance eligibility.

Vistage on Campus – Flex 23

Orthopedic Surgeon - Synergy Orthopedic Specialists Medical Group

Mark is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in shoulder and elbow surgery and a Flex Weekend 2021 MBA student at the UCSD Rady School of Management. He is the Cohort Rep for his class, the Rady Student Board President, and is actively involved in campus development as part of the Rady Strategic Planning Committee. He was recently selected as a UCSD Changemaker for his work in co-founding a masking company during the COVID pandemic called Ethos Mask, which distributed thousands of safe and reusable masks to healthcare workers in the US and abroad, and which won the Fowler UN Global Social Innovation Challenge COVID-19 Award. He is also the Medical Director for Ravara, a health-tech start-up. In his professional life, he is an Emerging Leader in the American Orthopedic Association, elected to the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons, and sits on the Emerging Professionals and Shoulder/Elbow Exam Committees for the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery. In his spare time, he mentors college and medical students, practices kendo, enjoys international travel, and explores the culinary world as a Yelp Elite representing San Diego.

Vistage on Campus – Flex 21

Senior Scientist - Guardant Health

Highly accomplished scientist with 19 years of experience in genomics and biomedical research, specialized in Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) based technologies. She is a creative thinker, innovator, and experienced in strategic partnership analysis for technical viability and compatibility. An effective communicator with strong public speaking and mentoring skills and has managed several projects and teams leading to successful product launches and tech transfer.

Vistage on Campus – Flex 22

Director of International Business - Shanghai Kehua Bio-engineering Co., Ltd. (KHB)

An authentic and visionary leader, with 15 years of commercial & technical experiences, who can turn around underperforming business by satisfying customer needs through innovation, strategic planning and hands on execution.

Vistage on Campus – Flex 22

Atlassian Engineer

Dedicated Atlassian engineer highly regarded for experience developing and simplifying complex projects and programs. Strong written and verbal communication skills with extensive experience writing targeted communications and effectively managing data from various sources. Proven expertise establishing rapport, building relationships and maintaining trust with individuals from a variety of backgrounds. Ability to understand, interpret, explain and apply data analysis to key metrics and logical outcomes.

Vistage on Campus – Flex-22

Leasing Manager - Arco Areas Comerciales

Milton Rubio is an accomplished professional in the commercial real estate industry with extensive experience in managing large-scale new developments. He possesses a deep understanding of the real estate market, including trends, best practices, and key players in the industry. As a skilled project manager, he is well-versed in site selection, market analysis, financial modeling, and risk management. Milton is also a natural communicator and relationship-builder, forging strong partnerships with clients, colleagues, and vendors. He has a proven track record in lease negotiations and tenant management, successfully attracting and retaining key anchor tenants.

Vistage on Campus – Flex 23

Associate Director, Financial Performance Management - Illumina

Experienced Associate Director of Finance Systems with a demonstrated history of working in the Life Sciences industry. Strong information technology professional skilled in Business Process, Business Intelligence/Data Warehousing, SAP/JDE ERP, SalesForce/Siebel CRM. Experienced Associate Director of Finance Systems with a demonstrated history of working in the Life Sciences industry. Strong information technology professional skilled in Business Process, Business Intelligence/Data Warehousing, SAP/JDE ERP, SalesForce/Siebel CRM.

Vistage on Campus – Flex 21

Program Manager - Ricardo North America

Experienced engineer with a demonstrated history of leadership in a fast paced, dynamic environment. Strong professional skills in program management, automotive engineering, mechanical engineering, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and fluid mechanics.

Vistage on Campus – Flex 22

Group Manager at Solar Turbines

Scott is a proven leader with strategic focus and excellent analytic and process aptitude demonstrated through success across Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Engineering (development and sale order execution) as well as across component parts and prime products. He has a successful track record with developing product, individual, team and process capability that exceeds business objectives.

Vistage on Campus – Flex 23

Project Manager - Greensea IQ

Vistage on Campus – Flex 23

Head of Bioinformatics - UCSD

Dr. Long is a computational biologist with extensive experience in bioinformatics and biomedical data science, particularly in the integration of genomics, metabolomics, microbiome, and clinical data. She is leading a team of scientists to develop and apply bioinformatics and machine-learning algorithms to analyze large population-scale genetics, metabolomics, and gut microbiome data, for biomarker discovery in the aspects of disease prevention, early diagnosis, patients stratification as well as novel therapeutics development for precision treatment.

Vistage on Campus – Flex 22

Product Manager - Teradata

Resourceful leader with vast experience in vendor management and customer relationship growth. Product Manager with an engineering management background, technically proficient in all phases of product development and agile practices (SAFe Agilist). Currently pursuing an MBA at Rady School of Management with the passion and desire to grow my business development acumen and skills in strategic planning & vision.

Vistage on Campus – Flex 22