Kevin Lenau is a 2018 graduate of the McCombs MBA full time program, and is currently the chief administrative officer for CASA of Travis County. Lenau has started a McCombs team for CASA’s annual Superhero 5k and kids 1K run. If you would like to join or want to read more about it click here.
Month: July 2018 (page 2 of 3)
The England Chapter hosted their Alumni/Intern Summer Reception at Rabobank International UK. McCombs alumni and current students interning in London had the opportunity to mix and mingle at this event. They also listened to Jane Foley, Head of FX Strategy, as she spoke about “Monetary Policy, Populism, and the Generational Gap.” This was a great event for both students and alumni to broaden their network!
Learn more about the McCombs England Chapter or visit the alumni calendar to see events in your area.
Richard V. Battle, BBA ’73, has published his fourth book, The Master’s Sales Secrets. The book includes 44 strategies that offer tips and examples to help boost sales for the newest sales rep to the most experienced professional. Battle has had 44 years of successful sales and business experience as well as 30 years of award winning sales management in technology that has helped change business improvement solutions.
Myomo, Inc., a wearable medical robotics company, announced that Micah Mitchell is joining the company as chief commercial officer, a newly created executive role. Mitchell has extensive experience growing revenues for companies in the durable medical equipment industry, including companies that provide customized wheelchair and mobility solutions to those with paralysis due to spinal cord injuries, and other neurological conditions.
Shudde Bess Bryson Fath, BBA ’37, and her daughter, Betsy Fath Hiller recently published Russell Lee In Color. The book contains 162 previously unpublished full-page color photos taken in 1963 by the renowned photographer during a 31-day boat trip from Mamaroneck, New York to Texas. The book also contains 29 other previously unpublished photos by or of Russell Lee. In 1965, Lee developed the Photography course in UT’s Fine Arts Department and taught there for 8 years. Fath was married to Conrad Fath, BA ’40, and BM ’43; he died in 1990. Fath retired in 1981 from 42 years at what is now the Texas Workforce Commission. In 2010, she retired from 29 years as treasurer of the Save Barton Creek Association. In 2017, she retired from 40 years as a volunteer on the citizens’ advisory Austin Electric Utility Commission.
Jake Shelton, BBA ’02, has been named the CFO and VP of Finance for Sysco East Texas. Jake joined Sysco in 2017 as market finance manager for the South Market. Jake previously held various roles in finance and accounting with Diamond Offshore and KPMG. Jake is a CPA and will be relocating to the Longview area with his family.
Holt Ventures, the corporate investment division of Holt Cat, announced Adam Bridgman was named partner, managing the company’s investment portfolio and sourcing new opportunities that fit its investment criteria. In this role, Bridgman will be responsible for leading the investment process, from risk analysis and due diligence to closing.
Bridgman will also continue to support Holt Ventures’ existing portfolio of companies and evaluate opportunities for follow-on funding.
“Over the last few years, Holt Ventures has had the opportunity to work with and mentor a number of truly innovative companies that are bringing new solutions and smart technologies to our industry,” said Bridgman. “I look forward to continuing to define our strategic approach to investments and further promote our corporate mission.”
Bridgman joined Holt Ventures as managing director in 2014, helping launch the Holt Ventures investment platform focused on emerging companies in the construction and heavy equipment industries. Bridgman has an investment banking background, previously serving as an analyst for J.P. Morgan where he participated in all stages of leveraged finance transaction within its Diversified Industries Group. He graduated from the University of Texas, has a master’s in professional accounting from McCombs School of Business and is a licensed Certified Public Accountant. Read more
William Turner, MSTC ’17 has been quoted in over 100 news articles since graduation, and has transitioned to a new position as senior research analyst at Wood Mackenzie an energy intelligence firm. He spent a decade in offshore oil & gas engineering and project management prior to MSTC which prepared him for a shift to financial analysis and public speaking on important topics and trends of the industry. Publications include Bloomberg, Investor’s Business Daily, Reuters, New York Times, Journal of Petroleum Technology, CNN Money and international outlets.
Garrett Tripp, MBA ’98, is a partner & senior portfolio manager at Braddock Financial in Denver. After a decade of managing private funds, he is enjoying managing the Braddock Multi-Strategy Income Fund, and building the firm’s mutual fund business. His wife, Robyn (UT-MA Hispanic Literature), is a 3rd grade teacher.
Atlas Holdings announced the appointment of Lynn Utter to the newly-created role of chief talent officer. Utter, a national voice in the areas of strategic insight and operational excellence, brings over three decades of senior management experience to her new position. She currently serves as an independent director for two Fortune 500 companies, WESCO International, and Philadelphia-based Lincoln Financial Corporation.
Founded in 2002, Atlas Holdings is a private investment firm focused on acquiring and improving underperforming industrial businesses. It recently closed its third private equity investment fund, Atlas Capital Resources III LP. Its 17 portfolio companies employ over 21,000 associates and operate more than 200 locations around the globe.
“Securing an executive of Lynn’s caliber further differentiates our organization, bringing a uniquely-skilled and experienced resource to our effort to win the War for Talent,” said Atlas Co-Founder Andrew M. Bursky. “She will help us continue to be an organization with a great culture, one that does consistently superior work while making a positive impact on the many constituencies we serve. Lynn has decades of experience building and leading exceptional teams and a passion for mentoring and developing talent at all levels of an organization. She’s the ideal fit for this mission-critical role.” Read more
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