Month: February 2024

Class Note: Michael Hanigan, BBA ’15

Michael Hanigan

Gamut Capital Management, L.P. elevates Michael Hanigan to Partner, recognizing his exceptional contributions and leadership since joining the firm in 2017 as an Associate. Hanigan’s journey from Analyst at Moelis & Company to his current role reflects his dedication and expertise in the investment banking sector. With a BBA in Business Honors and Finance from the McCombs School of Business at the University of Texas at Austin, Hanigan’s promotion underscores Gamut’s commitment to fostering talent and facilitating meaningful career growth.

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Class Note: Michael Saclarides, MBA ’13

Michael Saclarides

Walker & Dunlop, Inc. expands its Carolinas Investment Sales team with Managing Director Michael Saclarides, focusing on multifamily institutional brokerage activities in Charlotte and the wider Carolinas region. Saclarides, with extensive experience from Cushman & Wakefield and Eastdil Secured, brings deep expertise in capital markets transactions, complemented by his roots in Charlotte and academic background from UNC Chapel Hill and The McCombs School of Business at the University of Texas at Austin.

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Class Note: Susan Sabanos, MBA ’83

Susan Sabanos

Opinions Ltd welcomes Susan Sabanos as Vice President of Research & Strategy, leveraging her extensive two-decade career in consumer-focused decision-making across various sectors. Sabanos’ background includes roles at Kantar/TNS, Morpace, and Curion, with a BA in French from Guilford College and an MBA from the University of Texas, McCombs School of Business.

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Class Note: Chenyang Wei, MS ’00

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QuantaSing Group Limited (Nasdaq: QSG) has announced the appointment of Mr. Chenyang Wei as an independent director and member of the Audit Committee, effective January 22, 2024. Mr. Wei brings extensive experience to the role, having served in various senior positions within the finance and investment sectors. He currently holds positions as the Associate Dean of Institute for Fintech Research at Tsinghua University and Director of China Insurance and Pension Research Center. Previously, Mr. Wei held key roles at Zenity Asset Management Inc. and AIG, among others.

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Class Note: Marcie Zlotnik, BBA ’83

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NRG Energy, Inc. is proud to announce the appointment of Marcie Zlotnik to our leadership team. With over two decades of experience in the retail electricity sector, including successful ventures in Texas, Ms. Zlotnik brings invaluable insights and expertise. Her proven track record of strategic leadership and industry advocacy positions NRG Energy for continued growth and innovation.

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Class Note: Gerald Mosley, MSTC ’11

Man smilingWelspun Corp announces the appointment of Gerald Mosley as CEO of its US subsidiary. Mosley’s extensive experience brings strategic leadership to the company’s endeavors in the region, enhancing Welspun’s position in the global market.

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Class Note: Chip Earle, MBA ’01

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Orion Group Holdings, Inc. appoints Edward Chipman Earle as Executive Vice President and General Counsel. With over 20 years of global legal and compliance experience, Mr. Earle joins from Newpark Resources, Inc. CEO Travis Boone welcomes him, acknowledging his vital role in Orion’s future success as Peter R. Buchler retires after 15 years of service.

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Class Note: Erin Mulligan Helgren, BBA ’91

Woman smiling at the camera.Erin Mulligan Helgren joins Ryman Hospitality Properties, Inc. as a Director, bringing extensive expertise in marketing and executive leadership. As the CEO of a privately-held technology company and former Chief Marketing Officer for prominent organizations like Sunpower Corp. and Dell, Inc., Helgren’s insights will “enrich strategic discussions, particularly in the Entertainment business segment,” stated Colin Reed, Executive Chairman of the Board. With a B.B.A. from the University of Texas and over 11 years at Dell, Inc., including her tenure as CMO, Helgren’s appointment underscores Ryman Hospitality’s commitment to diverse and experienced leadership.

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Class Note: Jonathan Smoke, MBA ’94

Man in suit smiling at camera.Jonathan Smoke, MBA ’94, was promoted to an SVP with an expanded role across Cox Enterprises. With 28 years of experience translating data trends into actionable insights for businesses, Smoke will lead an effort to develop and deploy insights and data to back the strategic planning and management at Cox. In this new role, he will advise leaders across the enterprise on economic impacts to consumer and business clients.

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