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| Student Profiles | Class of 2011 |
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Victor Acquaah-Harrison | Bio
"The fastest way to get to general management is by developing an expertise in a functional area. That’s exactly what the Center for Brand and Product Management provides students with – Expertise. As a career changer, the Center’s track record spoke to it’s ability to prepare anyone for Brand Management. The small class size also allows students to be primary resources for one another." |
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Brent Arakawa | Bio
"The Center for Brand and Product Management sets itself apart with its innovative curriculum and personalized student experience. From the classroom instruction, the dedicated Center and the Advisory Board, all the tools are here to help you succeed." |
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Marianne Armstrong | Bio
"There is no comparable business program in the country. The specialized skills and knowledge imparted by the CBPM – through its dedicated directors, faculty, and advisory board members, in addition to what I learn from my brilliant classmates – will enable me to swiftly shift my career focus and maximize my effectiveness as a brand manager from day one onwards." |
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Noelle Baer | Bio
"I chose the Center for Brand and Product Management because of the access it provides its students to industry leaders and innovators in the brand management field; and because I knew the Center’s expertise, coupled with the strength of the Wisconsin MBA, would give me the analytical frameworks and skill set I need to become a leader in the brand management field."
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Alejandro Castano | Bio
"Brand and product management is a direct channel for having a positive impact on people’s lives. The Center for Brand and Product Management puts you at the very front of that field – to make your impact massive." |
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Kunjal Dharia | Bio
"The CBPM offers a strong foundation for career switchers like me who not only need the intensive and specialized curriculum, but the well-connected resources to excel in the marketing arena. What really impressed me was the dedication the staff provides to cultivate a family like atmosphere between the CBPM faculty and the students." |
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Clint Gill | Bio
"The future of business is unpredictable. Preparation for this new, rapidly changing environment requires much more than a traditional business education. It requires the dynamic environment, focused curriculum, experienced faculty, applied learning and networking opportunities that the Wisconsin School of Business - Center for Brand and Product Management provides."
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Sarah Greaser | Bio
"I am confident the Center for Brand and Product Management will prime me to be a successful business leader. The committed faculty and staff, unique Applied Learning sessions, and specialized curriculum, all rooted in a strong sense of community concoct the perfect recipe for success.”
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Heidi Hill | Bio
"Once I identified my goal to pursue a career in brand management, I wanted the best training available, and the Wisconsin School of Business stood out as the clear choice. I was amazed to find a specialized program that focused exactly on my career interests. Not only does Wisconsin have world-class instructors, but the applied learning opportunities and access to thought-leaders in the field sets it apart from other MBA programs. I am thrilled to join the highly-collaborative and passionate Center for Brand and Product Management at the Wisconsin School of Business.”
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Josephine Jackson | Bio
"When researching graduate schools I decided to choose the Wisconsin School of Business because I realized that The Center for Brand and Product Management is a very unique program. I appreciate the fact that I can focus specifically on my career goals, gain global experience and learn in an environment that is challenging and supportive."
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Gustavo Leone | Bio
“What it boiled down to was fit. I wanted a small class size, a specialized focus in brand management, and the opportunity to forge relationships with industry leaders in consumer packaged goods. I knew that in choosing the Center for Brand & Product Management, I would acquire the skills, experience, and network to launch a successful career in brand management " |
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Rebecca Lopes | Bio
"The specialized curriculum, the personal attention from faculty and staff, the shared passion for brand management among my classmates and the access to industry leaders is what makes the Center for Brand and Product Management truly stand out among other schools. I know a Wisconsin MBA will provide me with the necessary skills, knowledge, and support to excel in a career in brand management." |
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Mary McCoy | Bio
"From the moment I started to compare MBA programs, the Wisconsin School of Business was clearly a leader. With top-notch academics, a collaborative atmosphere, and the specialization focus, my decision was obvious. I know that I will leave here and be a true leader in the branding field." |
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Katie O'Neill | Bio
"As a career switcher, I wanted a program that would prepare me for a brand management position, and provide me the skills and background to hit the ground running. I discovered the center at the Wisconsin School of Business and found a program that would launch my successful career in brand management. The strong belief in partnership and the close network of students, faculty and staff fosters a perfect environment in which to learn." |
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Luis Otero | Bio
"At the end of the day, the Center for Brand and Product Management at the Wisconsin School of Business was the only program that could deliver on the promise of providing the most in-depth brand management training without sacrificing the breadth of a general management foundation coupled with the exposure to the world’s top executives. The school’s always embracing mindset was just icing on the cake." |
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Erica Robinson | Bio
"By Joining the Center for Brand & Product Management, I knew I could learn from industry leaders, all while immersing myself in a community of people as passionate about marketing as I am." |
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Tom Schar | Bio
"I chose The Center for Brand and Product Management because I wanted an MBA program that prepared students for success in the consumer goods industry. Considering the specialized curriculum and interaction with the Advisory Board, I knew the Center would be the best fit for me." |
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Marisol Serdiouk | Bio
"The strong well thought out curriculum, the close connections with major consumer goods companies, and the personal attention I received made my decision to join the Center for Brand and Product Management an easy one. Given the center’s great track record, I know I will be exposed to real world learning opportunities and learn the necessary skills to become an effective intellectual leader." |
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Mobolaji Sokunbi | Bio
"To be a successful Brand Manager, the CBPM is the only program that was an ideal fit for me. This astounding program offers Executive Advisory Board members that serve as professional mentors, Applied Learning Events that delineates how key industry leaders make crucial decisions and a tireless staff who is committed to each student’s success."
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Emily Spaulding | Bio
"I chose the Center for Brand and Product Management because it is 100% focused on developing world-class brand managers. Combined with one-on-one interaction with faculty and industry leaders, I believe that the Center provides the best brand management MBA training available."
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Richard Toledo | Bio
"The Center for Brand and Product Management offers access to outstanding faculty and staff as well as close contact with leading industry professionals. The course curriculums and exposure to executives in the field of marketing were points of distinction when I considered which MBA program would best build on my existing skill set and ultimately prepare me to be most effective in my post-MBA career." |
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Sergio Trujillo | Bio
"In choosing a MBA program, I wanted a school that provided a dedicated marketing curriculum, personal attention, and connections to high performing CPG companies. The WSOB provides just that. In addition, from day one, the CBPM staff and faculty has devoted itself to ensuring that I am well prepared to launch a career in brand management and develop into a high level business leader." |
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Ryan Wilson | Bio
"The Center for Brand and Product Management is dedicated to preparing its students for brand management positions at the top consumer packaged goods companies in the country. The dedication and personal attention that the CBPM staff and faculty show to their students’ careers is what sets the Center for Brand and Product Management apart from other schools."
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