Raj Subramaniam, MBA ’91, has been presented with the prestigious Pravasi Bharatiya Samman, the highest civilian award given by India to persons of Indian origin and Indian diaspora.
Subramanian is the president and CEO of FedEx Corporation, one of the world’s largest transportation companies. His international leadership experience and keen business insights have contributed immensely to the success of FedEx.
Aaron Lyons, MBA ’11, will be opening a new branch of his Houston-based fast-casual farm-to-table restaurant, Dish Society, in Austin, Texas. With five locations in the greater Houston area, Dish Society will open in Mueller during the Fall of 2023. Guests at the restaurant can indulge in a seasonal menu filled with delectable dishes, along with a wide range of options including cocktails, mocktails, fresh-pressed juices, coffee, and a selection of Texas wines and beers.
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Kris Terrill, MBA ’05, has been recently appointed as the chief financial officer, for VLS Environmental Solutions, a Houston-based environmental services company. Terrill will manage VLS’ financial activities, helping deliver operational and growth results. Prior to this position, he was CFO of FlexSteel Technologies.
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Mike Collier has recently been welcomed as Partner for Transaction Advisory Services at Weaver. Mike accepts his role with more than 25 years of experience, including previously leading the transaction services practice for a “Big Four” accounting firm in Houston. Congratulations to Mike!
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Mark Coplen, MBA ’00, was recently named as vice president of project management for Crowley Wind Services. Bringing extensive expertise in sustainable energy and offshore wind, Coplen will play a vital role in driving the company’s growth and market leadership in the offshore wind industry. Previously, he was president of Ventolines and vice president of AdBm Technologies.
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Robert Gauntt, BBA ’86 & MBA ’90, co-founder of Capital Creek Partners, trustee of The University of Texas Investment Management Company (UTIMCO), and a former trustee of the Texas Teachers Retirement System, has been appointed by Governor Greg Abbott to The University of Texas System Board of Regents. Gauntt joins Vice Chairs Janiece Longoria and James C. “Rad” Weaver in this appointment.
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McCombs Alumni Rising Star 2022 honoree Nick Dell’Osso, MBA ’03 has recently been recognized as one of Oklahoma’s Most Admired CEOs and CFOs. Congratulations to Nick!
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Nick Long, MBA ’13 has recently accepted the position of Senior Vice President of the Employee Benefits Group at Alliant Insurance Services. Additionally, Nick serves as the Mayor of League City and is a member of the University of Texas Chancellor’s Committee. Congratulations to Nick!
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Jordan Waldrep, MBA ’04 has recently been appointed as the Chief Investment Officer, Trust and Wealth. Jordan accepted his position after a long standing history of success in the Finance sector, being a CFA charterholder with over 20 years of experience in the investment arena. Congratulations to Jordan!
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Brad Wright, BBA ‘05, MBA ‘10, was appointed to the Board of the Texas Permanent School Fund by Gov. Greg Abbott. The Texas PSF is the endowment for public schools in Texas. Congratulation to Brad!
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