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Myles Rubin (Fin, Mgmt’27)

Jane Majkiewicz — Wed, 02 Apr 2025 22:09:58 +0000

Myles Rubin (Fin, Mgmt’27) Jane Majkiewicz Wed, 04/02/2025 - 16:09

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Name: Myles Rubin
Hometown: Lonetree, Colorado
Major: Finance & Operations Management, Minor in Leadership (PLC)

Not only does Boettcher Scholar Myles Rubin (Fin, Mgmt’27) have schoolwork to worry about, but he also has major “Myles-stones” within his aviation journey on his plate. Passionate about aviation and transportation from a young age, his dream is to be a commercial pilot for a major airline. He has already earned both his commercial pilot’s license and his Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) license. His time at Leeds gives him an opportunity to round out his knowledge and move his way up through the ranks of an airline in the future.

“At Leeds, I’ve connected with so many inspiring individuals and broadened my perspective. My love for Leeds extends far beyond academics. The courses challenge me to think differently, question precedent, and make informed decisions in every aspect of my life and career.”

Myles Rubin (Fin, Mgmt’27) is soaring through a successful academic career at Leeds as he pursues his dream of becoming a pilot for a major commercial airline.

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Daniel Hershey (Mgmt’25)

Jane Majkiewicz — Thu, 20 Mar 2025 16:52:03 +0000

Daniel Hershey (Mgmt’25) Jane Majkiewicz Thu, 03/20/2025 - 10:52

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Name: Daniel Hershey
Hometown: Littleton, Colorado
Major: Management and Entrepreneurship, Information Management & Analytics Track and Social Responsibility and Sustainability Track

Daniel Hershey likes to choose the path least traveled. An avid camper and skydiver, he has frequently found that he pushes himself beyond what’s expected. This is how he conducts his business as well. While in college, he co-founded the clothing brand Dumbclub. Now, in his senior year, he's launching SLOWFUTURE, a company designed to challenge the fast-fashion model by offering durable, heavyweight and sustainably made clothing. His goal is to combine innovative materials and reduce the cycle of waste in the fashion industry.

Hershey has loved his time at Leeds, where he has felt challenged as well as welcomed into a “tight-knit community.” He’s looking forward to his next chapter after graduation, ready to reach new heights—in business and in life.

“My four years at CU, both in the classroom and outdoors, have taught me that in business and nature, you can’t anticipate everything—but you can build the skills to handle anything.”

Daniel Hershey skydives to push himself beyond his comfort zone. That mindset has helped him both in business and in life—when making tough decisions or staying grounded in high-pressure moments.

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Madisen Medina (Mgmt, Fin’25)

Jane Majkiewicz — Thu, 06 Mar 2025 19:44:14 +0000

Madisen Medina (Mgmt, Fin’25) Jane Majkiewicz Thu, 03/06/2025 - 12:44

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Name: Madisen Medina
Hometown: Bainbridge Island, Washington
Major: Social Responsibility and Sustainability, Finance

When COVID-19 first hit, Madisen Medina decided to take a gap year with AmeriCorps, earning a gold-level Congressional Award for her 1,500+ hours of community service. She also gained a passion for business, and the Social Responsibility and Sustainability Track through the Management and Entrepreneurship emphasis attracted her to Leeds. With the comprehensive knowledge she has gained, she feels ready to embark on a career that creates practices for change toward a more sustainable future for all. She believes classes like Sustainable Operations and Leading Diverse Organizations, along with various connections and networking opportunities, have set her up to stand out and succeed post-graduation.

“Through my work with AmeriCorps, I am proud of the impact I was able to make on individuals who needed it most. Service is a privilege. I am proud of myself for using my position to help others and to create a lifelong passion for doing so.”

As Madisen Medina prepares to graduate, she plans to remain "endlessly passionate about creating practices for change toward a more sustainable future for all."

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Noa Greene (Mgmt, Mktg’25)

Jane Majkiewicz — Thu, 06 Mar 2025 18:46:37 +0000

Noa Greene (Mgmt, Mktg’25) Jane Majkiewicz Thu, 03/06/2025 - 11:46

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Name: Noa Greene
Hometown: Boulder, Colorado
Major: Sustainable Management and Marketing, SRE Certificate

A passion for sustainability has propelled Noa Greene toward places and spaces for her to thrive. Dedicated to a career in environmental impact, she created opportunities through outreach and networking that align with her key values, and she has worked with numerous mission-driven companies: The Boulder Farmers Market, Sati Soda, Mad Agriculture and Munson Farms. As she prepares for graduation and a big move to Kibbutz Ma'agan Michael in northern Israel, she believes that her empathy for the world and people can bridge gaps, foster trust and create connections.

“Being in a business environment, I am surrounded by future changemakers and trailblazers. I am consistently inspired by my peers' dedication to wielding business as an instrument of social change.”

As a senior about to embark on her own path, Noa Greene is committed to personal authenticity, being a lifelong learner and envisioning a future that empowers emerging leaders to take meaningful action.

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Alex Dattilo (Fin, Acct’26)

Jane Majkiewicz — Wed, 19 Feb 2025 23:20:30 +0000

Alex Dattilo (Fin, Acct’26) Jane Majkiewicz Wed, 02/19/2025 - 16:20

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Name: Alex Dattilo
Hometown: Centennial, Colorado
Major: Finance and Accounting, Quantitative Finance Certificate, Global Business Certificate, Mathematics Minor, Economics Minor

Alex Dattilo (Fin, Acct’26) is led by passion—it's how he ended up at Leeds, where he felt he could set himself apart while striving to both advance his career and achieve a work-life balance. Before arriving, he discussed potential career paths with recent graduates and faculty members—perspectives that bolstered his view of the school. As a student, he has not only found his expectations exceeded, he's also been inspired by an environment of students who "are always willing to support each other."

To say Dattilo's last year was busy is an understatement: He's a member of Leeds Scholars and Leeds Honors, Norlin Scholars, the Leeds Diverse Scholars Program, Alpha Kappa Psi and the Leeds Consulting Group. He also served as the president of Leeds Student Government.

This semester is an exciting departure, as Dattilo is studying abroad in Madrid, Spain. He's no stranger to travel, though: An animal lover and Denver Zoo volunteer during high school (ask him for random facts about any animal!), he previously took a solo trip to Africa to embark on various safaris.

“Boulder has a great community and I have been able to focus on my achievements in extracurriculars and the classroom while still making the most of all Boulder has to offer.”

To say Alex Dattilo is busy is an understatement. But while he strives to excel in every way at Leeds, he has also remembered to seek balance and have fun.

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Kate Jordan Little (Mgmt, RelEst’27)

Jane Majkiewicz — Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:49:15 +0000

Kate Jordan Little (Mgmt, RelEst’27) Jane Majkiewicz Wed, 02/19/2025 - 13:49

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Name: Kate Jordan Little
Hometown: Denver, Colorado
Major: Management, Real Estate (Leadership minor)

Being involved is what fifth-generation Buff, Boettcher Scholar and Leeds Scholar Kate Jordan Little is all about. Her high school called her “The Girl Who Does Everything.” On top of her academics at CU, Little is the new member educator of Chi Omega and a deep dive coordinator for the Presidential Leadership Class, the latter of which has her mentoring and guiding new members, fostering a sense of community, and promoting academic and personal development. She also volunteers as an elementary student tutor with Reading Partners, and she's the deputy chief of staff for CU Student Government.

During the summer of 2024, Little visited Washington, DC, as a U.S. Presidential Scholar, meeting with fellow scholars from across the country. They engaged in exciting workshops, discussions and activities designed to foster collaboration, creativity and leadership.

“I’m really passionate about leadership, collaboration and creating an inclusive and supportive environment. My goal is to empower others and build lifelong connections.”

In high school, Kate Jordan Little was called "the girl who does everything." She's living up to that name at Leeds, too.

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Jackson Wootton (Mgmt’25)

Jane Majkiewicz — Tue, 04 Feb 2025 21:03:52 +0000

Jackson Wootton (Mgmt’25) Jane Majkiewicz Tue, 02/04/2025 - 14:03

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Name: Jackson Wootton
Hometown: Pacific Palisades, California
Major: Management & Entrepreneurship
Position: CMO & Co-Founder, UAVA Labs

The outdoorsy culture, combined with the innovation-driven, entrepreneurial spirit of Boulder is what drove Jackson Wootton to study at Leeds. He praises Leeds‘ interconnected community of professionals and industry experts who genuinely care about supporting students in both their academic and professional lives.

The month of January 2025 obstructed Wootton's path with considerable challenges. Just as his startup—co-founded with Leeds friend Emmett Reiner—was gaining traction, the Palisades Fire in California forced him to evacuate his home, leaving behind all their business assets.

If their products were destroyed, the business would’ve been financially ruined, he said. So, Wootton and Reiner did what any determined entrepreneur would do: They found a way back into the fire zone. Not only were they able to recover their products, but they also prevented their families’ homes from being consumed by the fire.

Those experiences drove home one of the lessons Wootton had already acquired in the startup process: Nothing ever goes as planned. His solution to that uncertainty: applying a lean methodology and staying flexible is what he believes is crucial to keeping things moving fast and efficiently.

“My adaptability and resourcefulness are two essential skills that just can’t be captured in my resume. Running a startup has required me to wear countless hats and quickly learn skills I had no prior experience with.”

As Jackson Wootton and his business partner just got their new startup off the ground, the devasting LA fires came along to threaten everything.

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Emmett Reiner (Mgmt’25)

Jane Majkiewicz — Tue, 04 Feb 2025 20:37:59 +0000

Emmett Reiner (Mgmt’25) Jane Majkiewicz Tue, 02/04/2025 - 13:37

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Name: Emmett Reiner
Hometown: Pacific Palisades, California
Major: Management & Entrepreneurship
Position: CEO & Co-Founder, UAVA Labs

Emmett Reiner is always planning 2.5 steps ahead—but a catastrophic fire in his hometown of Los Angeles was never a part of that plan. The start of the new year had been challenging for him and his community in Pacific Palisades as he helped fight fires before coming back to Leeds to finish his last semester. Luckily, his own house was saved.

An entrepreneur at heart, after graduation Reiner hopes to build a company that people can genuinely rely on, both as employees and customers. He believes that young entrepreneurs need a few key skills in their tool belt, from unwavering confidence to adapting when things don’t go as planned. He was certainly tested in how to put those skills to use when the LA fires erupted—and he hopes others don’t have to suffer such a devastating crisis.

As Reiner reflects on his time at Leeds, he has found that the school not only fulfilled his expectations but exceeded them. When looking for a business school, he sought an institution that values true academic rigor as deeply as it celebrates the individuality of its students.

"With an entrepreneurial environment jam-packed with top-notch educators and a network of unparalleled local partnerships, there's no place like Leeds," he said.

“I’ve been fortunate to form deep and meaningful bonds with colleagues and peers throughout my entire startup journey. Those connections are, without a doubt, among my greatest achievements.”

As Emmett Reiner looks back on his time at Leeds, with his last semester overshadowed by the devastating fires in Los Angeles, he most values the relationships he's built along the way.

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Sebastian Villa Betancur, Assistant Professor of Strategy, Entrepreneurship and Operations

Jane Majkiewicz — Thu, 09 Jan 2025 20:42:33 +0000

Sebastian Villa Betancur, Assistant Professor of Strategy, Entrepreneurship and Operations Jane Majkiewicz Thu, 01/09/2025 - 13:42

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Name: Sebastian Villa Betancur
Title: Assistant Professor of Strategy, Entrepreneurship and Operations
Education: PhD, Economics, Università della Svizzera Italiana (Switzerland)
MSc, Systems Engineering, Universidad Nacional de Colombia (Colombia)
BSc, Chemical Engineering, Universidad Nacional de Colombia (Colombia)

The ability to serve as a faculty affiliate of the Renée Crown Wellness Institute was a key factor in Sebastian Villa Betancur’s decision to join the Leeds faculty. Driven by a passion for equity and justice, his research focuses on helping vulnerable populations and improving the operations and profitability of family-owned retail businesses, which dominate developing economies. He arrives with extensive experience at three leading business schools in the U.S: the University of New Mexico, Indiana University and the University of Texas at Dallas.

“Leeds is a leader in sustainability, social impact and business research, which resonates strongly with my own values and academic interests. Leeds’ world-class business programs and connections with the industry and local communities make it a place of excellence and innovation where I can contribute meaningfully to teaching and research.”

Sebastian Villa Betancur is a champion for vulnerable populations and family-run businesses that dominate developing economies.

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Nithya Shankar, Assistant Teaching Professor of Marketing

Jane Majkiewicz — Thu, 09 Jan 2025 20:31:03 +0000

Nithya Shankar, Assistant Teaching Professor of Marketing Jane Majkiewicz Thu, 01/09/2025 - 13:31

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Name: Nithya Shankar
Title: Assistant Teaching Professor of Marketing
Education: PhD, Marketing, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
MS, Information Technology, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
BS, Computer Science and Engineering, Anna University (India)

Nithya Shankar is excited to be at Leeds for two reasons: No. 1, she was looking for a teaching-focused role in academia; and No. 2, she wanted to relocate to be closer to her husband, who works in Denver. She was thrilled that the right opportunity came up at Leeds, offering a tenure-track position in line with her previous faculty role at SUNY Plattsburgh, where she earned the State University of New York’s Chancellor Award in Teaching in 2023. She looks forward to sharing her expertise in marketing strategy, bringing unique insights to Leeds with her knowledge of marketing in the wine industry.

“Leeds is a very reputed school, so it was everything I was looking for in an employer and leading business school.”

Nithya Shankar brings award-winning teaching experience to Leeds and a unique focus on wine marketing.

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