Marissa Hernandez MBA 25
Marissa Hernandez
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Marissa Hernandez MBA 25

I chose UC Davis for its strong leadership culture and people-centered community, preparing me with the business acumen to launch my career in healthcare finance at an institution I deeply believe in.

Current Position

  •  Finance Administrative Fellow, UCLA Health

Previous Work Experience

  • Administrative Supervisor, UC Davis Health

Previous Education

  • Master of Business Administration, UC Davis Graduate School of Management
  • Health Professions Post-Baccalaureate Certification, San Francisco State University
  • Bachelor’s in biological sciences, UC Davis

Fun Facts

  • My fantasy
Building the Future as an AI Strategy Intern
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Building the Future as an AI Strategy Intern

Transforming customer experience at Bay Area tech startup Bevalty

During her internship at Bay Area startup Bevalty, MSBA student Shrishti Gupta applied both her analytics and soft skills to transform customer experiences and prepare for a data-driven career.

Shrishti Gupta MSBA 25
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Shrishti Gupta MSBA 25

I chose UC Davis for its blend of technical rigor and real-world application. The practicum project, Bay Area connections and small cohort size offered the perfect balance of collaboration, career growth and hands-on experience.

Previous Work Experience

  • AI Strategy Intern, Bevalty Inc
  • Product Data Analyst, Standard Insights
  • Founder, Finanacial Consultancy
  • IT Risk Analyst, KPMG LLP

Previous Education

  • Master's of Science in of Business Analytics, UC Davis Graduate School of Management
  • Master's in economics, Mumbai University
  • Bachelor's in business administration, Mumbai
Jaimie Asakawa MBA 24
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Jaimie Asakawa MBA 24

UC Davis provides the opportunity to make a positive impact and be the change I want to see!

Current Position

  • Media & Communications Director, Western Regional Alliance for Pediatric Emergency Management, UC Davis Health

Previous Work Experience

  • Communications Officer, Pediatric Pandemic Network
  • Business & Organizational Specialist, UC Davis School of Medicine

Previous Education

  • Master of Business Administration, UC Davis Graduate School of Management
  • Modern Languages (French & Spanish), University of Massachusetts, Lowell

Fun Facts

  • I love to run! I've run three half
Why Sacramento and UC Davis Are Emerging as Leaders in Healthcare Entrepreneurship
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Why Sacramento and UC Davis Are Emerging as Leaders in Healthcare Entrepreneurship

Healthcare innovation at Aggie Square focuses on people and access

At Aggie Square, Sacramento Part-Time MBA alumna Jaimie Asakawa joined innovators and leaders to show how collaboration is fueling healthcare breakthroughs—and how the Graduate School of Management prepares graduates to lead this change.

From Farming Roots to Big Four in The City: UC Davis MPAc Opens Doors
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From Farming Roots to Big Four in The City: UC Davis MPAc Opens Doors

First-gen alum builds career at EY in San Francisco

From first-gen student to senior associate at EY, Eduardo credits the UC Davis MPAc program for sharpening his skills, expanding his network and opening doors to Big Four success.

Eduardo Casarubias MPAc 24
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Eduardo Casarubias MPAc 24

I chose UC Davis because I knew I wanted a master’s in accounting. The MPAc program made the path clear because earning a CPA requires additional units. The program’s strong job pipelines and hands-on learning sealed it. Best of all, the tight-knit cohort felt supportive and inclusive. 

Current Position

  • Tax Staff 2

Previous Work Experience

  • Teacher Assistant, UC Davis

Previous Education

  • Master of Professional Accountancy, UC Davis Graduate School of Management 
  • B.S. in business administration, accounting and finance, California State University, Monterey Bay

Fun Facts

  • I
Alumni Video Spotlight: Caleb Cavazos MBA 15
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Alumni Video Spotlight: Caleb Cavazos MBA 15

Digital Marketing Manager at Foley Family Wines & Spirits

Full-Time MBA alum Caleb Cavazos MBA 15 and digital marketing manager at Foley Family Wines & Spirits, shares how rubbing elbows with Napa’s leaders taught him that collaboration drives the industry’s future.

A Standing Ovation for Our MSBA Practicum Project
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A Standing Ovation for Our MSBA Practicum Project

Analysis of Mondavi Center ticket history led to new marketing outreach

Our unique one-year MSBA practicum projects are a win-win that delivers measurable value to both students and partner organizations. Student Zeel Shah Wang shares how her team developed new marketing strategies for the Mondavi Center for Performing Arts to boost audience engagement.

Zeel Shah MSBA 25
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Zeel Shah MSBA 25

I chose UC Davis for its MSBA program’s technical depth, real-world application, collaborative culture and proximity to San Francisco, with the yearlong practicum as a standout feature.

Current Position

  • Consultant, Grant Thornton Bharat LLP
  • Manager, YES Bank Ltd.

Previous Education

  • Master of Science in Business Analytics, UC Davis Graduate School of Management
  • Integrated BBA-MBA in finance, Nirma University

Fun Facts

  • I love desserts and visiting every new dessert shop in the city.
  • I love baking cheesecakes and brownies.
From Deloitte to Health Tech: My MBA Journey to Meaningful Work
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From Deloitte to Health Tech: My MBA Journey to Meaningful Work

Meeting medtech CEO led to finance role helping to fight cancer.

Perseverance, planning and the power of networking combined as a recipe for success for Full-Time MBA alum Keerthana Hegde, who switch careers to become a finance manager at a pioneering medtech company.

Aishwarya Singh MBA 22
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Aishwarya Singh MBA 22

The amazing inter-woven collaborative and Innovative culture at the Graduate School of Management is skillfully nurtured in its MBA program. Diversity, cross functional expertise, cultural inclusiveness and respect are built into the DNA of the program. While you enjoy the warm hospitality of Davis, a historical college town, you also have a seamless connectivity to the world's most innovative square mile, the Silicon Valley.

Current Position

  • HCM IT Manager, Pacific Coast Companies, Inc.

Previous Work Experience

  • Amazon Inc.

  • GAP Inc.

  • SC Johnson

  • AkzoNobel Decorative

How My MBA Prepared Me for a Career in Tech and International Research
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How My MBA Prepared Me for a Career in Tech and International Research

“UC Davis didn’t just give me a degree, it gave me a launchpad.” 

Full-Time MBA alum Aishwarya Singh landed a role as technology manager at Pacific Coast Companies Inc. right after graduation and shares how UC Davis prepared him for success in tech and award-winning international research.

Keerthana Hegde MBA 25
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Keerthana Hegde MBA 25

The main reason I chose UC Davis was for the "close-knit cohort". I aim to forge genuine connections with every classmate, prioritizing depth over superficiality. This would not have been possible in a class of 200+ people.

Current Position

  • Finance Manager, Nusano Inc.

Previous Education

  • Master of Business Administration, UC Davis Graduate School of Management
  • Chartered Accountant, Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
  • Bachelor of Commerce, Bangalore University

Fun Facts

  • I enjoy traveling.
  • I mix perfumes to create my own perfume.
  • I can speak four languages.
The Sound of Data: My MSBA Symphony
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The Sound of Data: My MSBA Symphony

Composing a career in business analytics

From violin to variables, Via Lin MSBA 25 shares how UC Davis helped her rewrite her life’s score—transforming passion, data, and grit into a career in business analytics.

Shannon McPartland MBA 25
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Shannon McPartland MBA 25

I chose UC Davis because I had already earned both my undergraduate and a master’s degree here, and I’ve always felt a strong connection to the university. My husband is also a Graduate School of Management alum, so choosing Davis felt like the perfect fit for both of us.

Current Position

  • Senior Coroner Technician, Sacramento County Coroner's Office

Previous Work Experience

  • Coroner Technician, Sacramento County Coroner's Office

Previous Education

  • Masters of Forensic Science, UC Davis

Fun Facts

  • I hold three degrees, all from UC Davis.
  • I love to travel and have set a goal
From Neuroscience to Wall Street Finance: My MSBA Journey
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From Neuroscience to Wall Street Finance: My MSBA Journey

Becoming a quant analytics associate at JPMorgan Chase

From neuroscience to JPMorgan Chase, recent alum Kyle Ayisi shares how the UC Davis MSBA program helped him land a plumb analytics role, build a network and develop a personal brand for long-term success.

Yufan (Via) Lin MSBA 25
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Yufan (Via) Lin MSBA 25

After eight years in the workforce, starting over was terrifying. UC Davis' MSBA program helped me embrace data's power and showed me that growth begins when we rewrite our own life scores.

Previous Work Experience

  • Hotel Partnerships Manager / Data Analyst, Trip.com

Previous Education

Bachelor of Laws in sociology, Shanghai University

Fun Facts

  • I was named a top 10 singer at Shanghai Disney Resort, and I believe presenting insights is its own kind of performance.
  • I love badminton, where timing and strategy feel just like business negotiation.
  • My cats, Alpha and Beta, always
Kyle Ayisi MSBA 25
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Kyle Ayisi MSBA 25

I chose the UC Davis MSBA program for its people and location. Being at the center of AI innovation—surrounded by a program that wants to see you succeed—is a recipe for success.

Current Position

  • Quant Analytics Associate, JPMorgan Chase

Previous Work Experience

  • Research Assistant, Princeton Computational Memory Lab

Previous Education

Bachelor of Arts, Neuroscience, Princeton University

Fun Facts

  • I play the piano and drums.
  • I once competed in the national spelling bee.
  • I average 150,000 minutes a year of listening on Spotify.
Alumni Video Spotlight: Howard Lo MBA 00
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Alumni Video Spotlight: Howard Lo MBA 00

Vice President of Sales and Marketing at DataON

At the GSM Alumni Reunion, Howard Lo MBA 00, vice president of sales and marketing at DataON, shares how 25 years of networking, leadership and community building have shaped his professional journey.