Jorge Silva-Puras, MBA ’96, has been proudly appointed as the interim provost at Lehman College. Currently the interim dean at CUNY School of Professional Studies, Silva-Puras brings a wealth of experience, having served as provost at Universidad del Sagrado Corazón and taught business and entrepreneurship courses. His diverse background equips him to lead Lehman College through a successful transition.
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Lois Folger, BS ’84 & MS ’95, and Richard Folger, BBA ’81 & BS ’84, have established a transformative legacy at the University of Texas at Austin by contributing a remarkable $10 million endowment. This endowment, named the Lois and Richard Folger Athletics Director Endowment, is the largest of its kind nationally. It will provide perpetual funding for non-salaried strategic initiatives under the athletics director’s guidance, fostering innovation and enhancing the excellence of Texas Athletics. This contribution is a testament to their ongoing support, having previously established endowed chair positions across multiple disciplines at UT.
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Michael C. O’Malley, MBA ’05, was recently appointed the executive director of the Fitzgerald Institute for Real Estate at the University of Notre Dame. With vast experience in real estate, entrepreneurship, and investment, O’Malley will lead external engagement with the industry, mentor students, and teach real estate courses at the university.
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Kristen Carson, BBA ’09, and Michelle Chuang, BBA & MPA ’06, have joined forces to establish the Austin Garden & Studio at Inn Cahoots, a groundbreaking hospitality concept that combines their entrepreneurial spirits. This venture redefines social experiences in Austin, embodying their commitment to both community engagement and the preservation of the city’s heritage.
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John Gordon, MBA ’06, founded Whomi, an innovative online career planning service that not only extends career services to alumni but also offers extensive resources to students, enabling them to secure employment while in school or directly after graduation. Whomi empowers users to explore diverse career options and roles, providing them with invaluable support in their professional journeys.
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Addie Rasche, MBA ’23, has recently joined Silverton Partners as a Senior Associate, adding her unique experience to the investment team. Building upon her prior role as a part-time Associate during her MBA studies at the McCombs School of Business, Addie’s appointment will strengthen the firm’s capabilities in meeting the increasing demand for early-stage capital.
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Bill Poston, MBA ’94, was named to the board of directors of Service Year Alliance, a national organization that is working to make a year of paid, full-time service — a service year — a common expectation and opportunity for all young Americans.
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Andre Medeiros, MBA ’04, has been appointed as the vice president of NMAC Operations at Nissan Motor Acceptance Company (NMAC). Previously serving as the managing director of Nissan Renault Finance México, Medeiros brings 10 years of experience within the Sales Finance organization across North America and Europe.
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Sergio L. Maiworm Jr., MBA ’11, has been appointed as the new CFO and Senior Vice President of Talos Energy. Bringing a wealth of expertise in energy and finance garnered over two decades, Maiworm, previously occupied the role of Vice President – Finance, Investor Relations, and Treasurer at Talos Energy, showcasing his exceptional abilities in managing financial operations and fostering investor relations.
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Leslie Lee, MBA ’98, a Hormel Foods executive, has been named one of the 2023 Top Women in Grocery by Progressive Grocer magazine. As VP of digital experience, Lee helped set a record for online sales in 2022. The award recognizes women’s contributions in the retail food and grocery sectors, and it is the industry’s longest-running and most prestigious program. Congratulations Leslie!
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