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Class Note: Randall Crowder, MBA ’10

Randall Crowder, MBA ’10, serves as the COO of Phunware (NASDAQ: PHUN), where he plays a pivotal role in steering the company toward both success and generating returns for its shareholders. With his extensive experience in venture capitalism and leadership positions at prominent technology companies, Crowder brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his role. As Phunware’s COO, he leverages his skills to drive operational efficiency, foster innovation, and maximize shareholder value. With Crowder’s strategic guidance, Phunware is well-positioned to continue its growth and deliver value to its investors.

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Class Note: Estella Hale, MSTC ’19

Estella Hale, MSTC ’19, has been recently appointed as the Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) at HotelIQ, a leading hospitality business intelligence platform. With over 20+ years of industry experience, Estella excels in guiding technology companies through launch phases and facilitating successful investments or acquisitions. Estella Hale brings leadership experience from top hospitality companies like SHR, iHotelier, and Whiteboard Labs, as well as expertise in driving innovation through strategic sessions at Deloitte’s Greenhouse®.

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Class Note: Cecilia Laseter, MBA ’15

Cecilia Laseter, MBA ’15, is the founder of Peck Boards, a company aimed at simplifying the creation of charcuterie boards. Initially operating as a charcuterie shipping service, Peck swiftly transitioned to hosting virtual workshops in response to the pandemic. Proudly curated in both Austin, Texas, and Charlottesville, Virginia, Peck provides its services through online platforms and a physical storefront located at 213 E. Water St. in Charlottesville. At the store, customers can receive personalized assistance in selecting the right cheese textures and flavors, as well as explore a variety of pre-made boards.

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Class Note: Marissa Jarratt, BBA ’99 & MBA ’04

Marissa Jarratt, BBA ’99 & MBA ’04, recently appeared on The Speed of Culture Podcast to discuss her journey in marketing as the EVP and chief marketing and sustainability officer at 7-Eleven. The podcast explores her work on the iconic Slurpee and the exciting rebranding of this frozen beverage. In addition, Jarratt explores the significance of sustainability within 7-Eleven and sheds light on the ambitious goals set by the convenience store chain. Jarratt’s expertise extends to leading marketing strategies for beloved American brands like Lay’s, Cheetos, TruMoo Chocolate Milk, Friendly’s Ice Cream, and more.

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Class Note: Rob Moser, MBA ’11

Rob Moser, MBA ’11, has been appointed as the vice president of global consumer design at Whirlpool Corporation, a company widely regarded as the world leader in the home appliance industry. Prior to joining Whirlpool Corp., Moser held the position of global head of product and design for Ford Next at Ford Motor Company. Moser’s expertise and experience will contribute to Whirlpool’s commitment to cutting-edge design and ongoing success.

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Class Note: Danielle Beaulieu, MPA ’21

Danielle Beaulieu, MPA ’21, has been honored with the prestigious Elijah Watt Sells Award for being one of the top 2022 CPA Exam Performers. Out of the nearly 67,000 individuals who took the CPA Exam in 2022, Danielle Beaulieu was among the outstanding 50 candidates who met the stringent criteria to receive this esteemed award. Congratulations to Danielle on this remarkable accomplishment!

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Class Note: Dillon Cecil, BBA ’14

Dillon Cecil, BBA ’14, has recently been appointed as an Executive Vice President and Board Member of Liberty National Bank. In his new role, he will handle consumer and commercial loans, residential home loans, and contribute to overall bank operations. Before joining Liberty National Bank, Cecil spent the last nine years working at a larger bank in Dallas, where he progressed from a credit analyst to Senior Vice President.

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Class Note: Christopher Bray, MBA ’94

Christopher Bray, MBA ’94, was appointed as Senior Vice President of Partner and eCommerce Sales for Sectigo, a renowned global company specializing in automated Certificate Lifecycle Management (CLM) and digital certificates. Mr. Bray will lead Sectigo’s Partner and eCommerce divisions, managing strategy, sales, and marketing. Prior to this position, Mr. Bray served as the Senior Vice President of Norton Field Sales and Marketing at Symantec, where he successfully led efforts in acquiring and retaining major global accounts.

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Class Note: Howard Berk, BBA ’87

Howard Berk, BBA ’87, has been appointed as a new external director to The University of Texas/Texas A&M Investment Management Company board by The UT System Board of Regents. With significant leadership experience in both public and private equity investments, Berk brings valuable expertise to the role. Currently serving as a Senior Advisor to BDT & MSD Partners, he previously held the position of vice chairman at MSD Partners.

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Class Note: Cole Heffernan, BBA ’13 & MPA ’14

Cole Heffernan, BBA ’13 & MPA ’14, has been recently named the Chief Financial Officer of SVT Robotics, a prominent enterprise software company specializing in industrial robotics deployment. Heffernan’s most recent position was as the Head of Operations at SEI Novus, a cloud-native platform that offers portfolio intelligence and analytics solutions for institutional investors. With his extensive experience, Heffernan is poised to contribute to SVT Robotics’ leadership in the industry.

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