Amb. Antonio Garza (BBA ’80, OYTEX ’89, Distinguished Alumnus ’07, and past President of the Texas Exes) was recently selected for inclusion in the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) 2019 Directorship 100 and named “Best of the Boardroom” by Hispanic Executive Magazine.

Garza serves as Counsel in the Mexico City office of White and Case LLP, and is a director and advisor to both publicly and privately held companies.

Mark Madrid, BBA ’95, is one of three recently elected trustees for Scholarship America. His Mark L. Madrid Scholarships are awarded to Latina and Latino business majors at the University of Notre Dame, The University of Texas at Austin, and Texas State University.

“We are so pleased to have these three outstanding individuals join our board,” said Robert C. Ballard, president and CEO of Scholarship America.  “They each bring a wealth of professional and volunteer experience in the business and nonprofit sectors, as well as a strong personal interest in supporting students in achieving their educational dreams.” Read more here.

Melissa Mehall and Melissa Blue are more than just childhood friends. They are both BBA ’01 alum and co-founders of Meli’s Monster Cookies. After getting their start a few years ago in Royal Blue Grocery, these entrepreneurs are riding the Walmart wave to national exposure. Read more here.

Blaine Britten, BBA ’11, has been promoted to Vice President of Digital Marketing. His primary responsibilities will include ensuring rapid growth of the digital program on both the data and services sides, along with actively pursuing acquisition opportunities in the space to grow Stirista’s footprint. Read more here. 

Ben Moreland, BBA ’84 and Advisory Council Member, has been named chair of Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings’ post-emergence Board of Directors.

Moreland will serve as the lead independent director on the Board of Directors. He is a private investor and retired CEO of Crown Castle. Read more here.