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Graduate Business Conference 2008 University of California at Berkeley Walter A. Haas School of Business

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ADAM JOSEPH COOK 302 Morgan Drive • Heyworth, IL 61745 • 765-418-0343 • [email protected] EDUCATION UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS MBA Candidate Trustee’s Scholar GPA: 4.0 PURDUE UNIVERSITY BS, Management AS, Agricultural Economics Highest Honors Dean’s Scholar Academic Success Award President’s Leadership Class GPA: 4.0

Urbana-Champaign, IL May 2009

West Lafayette, IN December 2006 December 2006

EXPERIENCE DOUBLE TREE HOTEL Bloomington, IL Guest Services Agent, Front Desk April 2007 - May 2007 Front Desk Supervisor, Front Desk June 2007 – August 2007 • Met needs of over 300 guests from check-in to check-out, including special requests and services • Maintained the front desk on a daily basis, ensuring smooth shift transitions between shifts • Tended front desk cash drawers which totaled over $1000, certifying accuracy to close out accounts at the end of each shift SCOTTY’S BREWHOUSE West Lafayette, IN Server, Dining Services May 2006 – August 2006 • Created a clean and pleasant environment for co-workers and patrons, maintained the service area • Provided solutions to customer questions and concerns, ensuring customer satisfaction • Recommended products and services, increasing shift balances up to 20% PIONEER HI-BRED, INT’L. Princeton, IL Intern, Soybean Research May 2005 – November 2005 • Designed and implemented seed inventory database, reducing cold room inventory by one half • Evaluated seed disposal procedures and made adjustments to transfer labor to other tasks • Prepared presentation regarding seed inventory database for Director of Research to demonstrate the success of the project CATERPILLAR LOGISTICS SERVICES Lafayette, IN Intern, Logistics Office May 2004 – August 2004 • Documented tasks performed by the PC Coordinator for employee reference, streamlining knowledge sharing among seven office employees • Developed repair database and reports, improving information accessibility for five managers • Maintained computer networks and installed computer updates, ensuring dependability which led to increased productivity for company employees ADDITIONAL President, MBA Association, University of Illinois, January 2008 – Present Consultant, Illinois Business Consulting, University of Illinois, January 2008 – Present Project Coordinator, MBA Service Association, University of Illinois, August 2007 – Present Treasurer, Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity, Purdue University, December 2004 – May 2005 Secretary, Gene Pool Student Section, Purdue University, August 2004 – May 2005

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Alexander C. Kouts 5307 Massachusetts Ave, Bethesda, MD 20816 ● Phone 301.520.0120 ● Fax 301.320.1168 ● [email protected]

SUMMARY

Entrepreneurial leader bringing process improvement and analytical approach to structuring and leading projects. Experienced in independent real estate investing, systems improvement in logistics department of auto manufacturer, and leading an organization for education and career services to undergraduate students involving corporate relationship development. EDUCATION

University of Maryland, Robert H. Smith School of Business, College Park, MD MBA Candidate, Focus Area: Strategy and Marketing GPA 3.529 Elected President of the Smith MBA Association for 2008 through 2009 Elected “Track Representative,” 2009 class Elected “Advisory Board Member,” Graduate Marketing Association First Place, Dingman Center for Entrepreneurship Pitch Workshop contest Active member of the Entrepreneurship Society Competitor, 2007 Innovation Challenge and Venture Capital Investment Competition Graduation Assistantship in CEME for research in “Internet Retailing Best Practices”

2009

University of Maryland, College Park, MD BS, Marketing & BS, Transportation, Supply Chain Management & Logistics, GPA 3.7 Academic Honors: 2005 & 2006, Spring 2007, Dean’s Scholarship, 2003 Winner, Dingman Center for Entrepreneurship Pitch Competition Awarded, Dean’s Spirit Award by student and faculty, Gold Key Honor Society

2007

EXPERIENCE

Kouts Real Estate Property Management, Bethesda, MD 2002 - Present • Managed portfolio of over $3M in residential properties in Maryland, DC and Virginia. • Purchased and developed properties evaluating and making buy decisions; coordinated subcontractors and real estate agents; complied with local regulations and legal processes. • Licensed real estate salesperson, Ed Smith School of Realty. DaimlerChrysler, Auburn Hills, MI 2007 Intern, International Procurement Services • Led project to model non-vehicle procurement process ($5B budget) for Chrysler properties in the U.S. and Canada. Recommended improvements; used process-mapping software; interviewed buyers; presented to management and won top-level recognition for project. • Analyzed and built guides to compile information for “KPI Measurement Pool” and “Internal Balanced Scorecard” assessing senior buyers. Objectives included achieving diversity supplier policies, savings targets, and integrating merger personnel. • Conducted trainings and created training guide for new hire senior buyer personnel. • Trained in presentation skills, corporate financial evaluation and conflict management. American Marketing Association, College Park, MD 2006 - 2007 President, University of Maryland Chapter • Led and doubled in size, this student services organization that educated undergraduates on opportunities in marketing and provided site visits, workshops, company presentations, advertising competitions and charity projects. Received “Outstanding Chapter Planning” and “website excellence” award from the national AMA. • Developed over 25 corporate relationships and sponsorships with Fortune 500 corporations including Pepsi, Under Armour, Clear Channel, Black & Decker, and AOL. • Reengineered operations and built policies to “professionalize” the organization and created and executed organization plan with executive board of 23 members. • Managed budget of $30K and increased funding by 30% through corporate sponsorships.

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Haas 2008 Graduate Business Conference Anne-Laure Trotot 36, allée de la gare 84 F-78110 Le Vésinet [email protected] Date of birth: Dec. 25, 1984 French

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Nationality:

ED UCATIONAL BACKGROUND 2007-2008

Wirtschaftsuniversität Wien, Austria. Exchange semester as part of the CEMS-MIM Programme: Community of European Management Schools – Master in International Management.

2004-2008

HEC Paris (H autes Etudes Commerciales), top-ranking French business school. Currently completing the ultimate year of a three-year programme leading to a Masters in Management Science.

2002-2004

IPESUP, Paris. Preparatory class: A 2-year course of intensive study required to prepare for the competitive entrance examinations to the top French business schools.

2002

French Baccalauréat with international option: English; British section, Lycée International, SaintGermain-En-Laye 1999 – English GC SE

EXPERIENCE 2007

Junior Consultant at BearingPoint, Inc. London (6 months). Assisting the Senior Consultants in various missions such as
Creating and organising a customer database for England's National H ealth System. Calculating Budgets, planning, HR Management.
Project management office: preparing the contract for a mission on SOX Compliance between BearingPoint and a leading company in ball bearings manufacturing.
Inventory management for a leading mobile devices manufacturer: optimising its supply chain network.

2006

Marketing Analyst at Lancôme, Paris (6 months). Management of quantitative and qualitative marketing studies concerning the whole range of Lancôme products: skincare, make up and perfume. Complete handling of blind, advertising, concept use, and full mix tests.
Preparing the brief with the marketing; transacting business with the institutes; writing questionnaires; analysing and synthesising the results.
Spot studies: the repositioning of Lancôme on the spas and institutes sector; H ealth and Beauty Panel data mining.

2005

Corporate Marketing Assistant for Alliance Networks, Paris. Management of invitations for tender (3 months)
Creation of presentation material for client meetings: giving the firm a new means of communicating and presenting itself to its customers. Preparation of a dossier detailing all the former projects of the firm.
Modernisation of the w ebsite.

2004-2005

Employee at the HEC cafeteria. Preparation of pizzas and coffee. Management of the student team working at the cafeteria. Allowed me to experience work environment outside an office setting.

LANGUAGE AND COMPUTER SKILLS French Mother tongue English Fluent – TOEIC 940 points German Professional – Ten years of classes Extensive computer skills: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, FrontPage, SPSS, Internet, Visio PERSONAL INTERESTS Sports Music Association

Ski, football, surf, badminton, hiking Piano, drums Treasurer for the HEC Ski Club (budget: €70,000, organisation of trips for 300 people) Vice President of D éferlante, a sports association organising several trips: snowboarding in the Alps, diving in Egypt, surfing in Portugal

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ARIK E. FRANKEL 6252 Northwood Avenue, #304 St. Louis, MO 63105 314-323-7507 [email protected] EDUCATION WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY OLIN SCHOOL OF BUSINESS Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2008 • Concentrations in Marketing and Finance • President of Graduate Business Student Association • Member of Olin Marketing Association, Olin Cares and Net Impact

St. Louis, MO 2006-Present

INDIANA UNIVERSITY Bloomington, IN B.S. Business (Management, Entrepreneurship) and B.A. English, August 2005 2001 –2005 • Graduated with Honors from Business Honors Program and IU Honors College: GPA: 3.8 • Delta Sigma Pi Professional Business Fraternity (President, Chairman of Strategic Planning, Director of Diversity) • IU Office of Diversity Education (Founder and Chairman of Diversity Education Marketing Committee) EXPERIENCE NESTLE PURINA PETCARE COMPANY St. Louis, MO Marketing Intern (Dog Chow Brand Team) – accepted full-time offer for Marketing Assistant position (7/08) Summer 2007 • Created and led a margin enhancement taskforce resulting in over $1 million in estimated annual savings. • Planned and organized a company-wide internal promotion announcing a major packaging change in the Dog Chow line. • Evaluated the Dog Chow Megabrand CRM program and made actionable recommendations to guide the future strategy. GENERAL ELECTRIC St. Louis, MO & Tokyo, Japan Practicum Project Team Lead Spring 2007 • Performed world-wide search of existing eco products to help expand GE’s ecomagination initiative into appliances. • Created business cases for the most promising products and presented findings to the divisional Chief Marketing Officer. CENTENE CORPORATION St. Louis, MO Summer 2006 Corporate Marketing and Communications Intern • Developed standardized process to compile member and provider testimonials for marketing and new business efforts. • Conducted managerial experience audit and compiled information to enhance managed-care contract proposals. REPUTATION PARTNERS PUBLIC RELATIONS Chicago, IL Associate 2005 –2006 • Created employee presentations and wrote press release to announce a client’s major restructuring initiative. • Researched and pursued strategic speaking opportunities to position executives at client companies as industry experts. • Designed slide decks and compiled research for firm’s new business efforts and presented proposal to prospective client. BURSON-MARSTELLAR PUBLIC RELATIONS Chicago, IL Corporate Practice Intern Summer 2005 • Developed marketing communications plan and presented to agency’s senior executives for capstone project. • Researched and compiled targeted media lists for technology, pharmaceutical and financial services clients. ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR Chicago, IL Management Trainee Intern Summer 2004 • Improved customer satisfaction by researching and implementing a proactive customer service initiative. • Increased branch profitability by consistently ranking as a top performer in sales of rental coverage packages. SCHOLARSHIPS & AWARDS • • • •

Elected Student-Body President for Olin School of Business, Graduate Business Student Association (2007) Inaugural IU Excellence in Diversity Education Award (2005) Delta Sigma Pi’s Brother of the Semester (Spring 2004, Fall 2004 and Spring 2005) and Member Scholarship recipient Kelley School of Business Ambassadors’ Most Valuable School of Business Ambassador (2003-04)

OTHER DATA Travel Interests Honors

Extensive travel throughout Europe while studying abroad in London; Domestic travel covers 40 states Camping, Reading, Diversity Education, Football (playing and watching), St. Louis Cardinals Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America (September 2000)

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Curriculum Vitae Personal Information: Name: Date and Place of Birth: Nationality: Address: Home Phone: Cell Phone: E-mail Address:

Benjamin Riedel 12/09/1984, Ridgewood, NJ, USA German / American Seestrasse 26, 82335 Berg, Germany +49-8151-14608 +49-171-2416373 (G), +33-643902933 (F) [email protected]

Education: 10/2007 – 9/2008

Degree Program: Home Institution: Exchange Institution:

Community of European Management Schools Master of Science in International Management (CEMS MIM) London School of Economics, London, United Kingdom HEC School of Management, Jouy-en-Josas, France

9/2004 – 7/2003

Institution: Degree: Graduation Grade:

Università Commerciale Luigi Bocconi, Milan, Italy Undergraduate Degree in Business Administration 110 Cum Laude /110

8/1990 – 5/2003

Institution: Awards: Diplomas:

Munich International School (MIS), Starnberg, Germany MIS Head of School List, 9th – 12th Grade International Baccalaureate, 40 Points Deutsches Abitur, Grade: 1,3

WORK EXPERIENCE AND INTERNSHIPS: 2/2008 – 5/2008

Company: Project:

PPR – REDCATS Group, Paris, France CEMS MIM Business Project – Benchmarking of MultiChannel Approach for the ‘Somewhere’ Fashion Brand

7/2005 – 8/2005

Company: Internship:

Serviceplan Erste Werbeagentur, Munich, Germany Advertising/Communication – Account Management

3/2004 – 6/2004

Company: Internship:

Porsche Cars Australia, Melbourne, Australia Marketing – Customer Relationship Management

9/2003 – 12/2003

Company: Internship:

Jack Morton Worldwide, New York, NY, USA Advertising/Event management – Graphic Development

7/2003 – 8/2003

Company: Internship:

Porsche France, Paris, France Marketing/Event Management

Additional Qualifications: Languages:

English: German: French: Italian:

Mother Tongue Mother Tongue Intermediate Intermediate

GMAT

Verbal: Quantitative: Total:

Scaled Score: 42 Scaled Score: 45 710 Points, 94 Percentile

Information technology:

Certificates: Proficiency:

ECDL/ICDL Standard (Windows XP) Mac OS X L, HTML, Lotus Notes, Photoshop

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Brian C. Lang EDUCATION:

RSM Erasmus University, Rotterdam, The Netherlands MBA, Current Participant Expected 2009 The George Washington University, Washington DC BBA, International Business 2000

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Egon Zehnder International Senior Research Associate, Financial Officers Practice, New York, NY 01/06 – 9/07 • Compiled market data, financial results, executive success and industry patterns to create market research reports, executive compensation numbers, forecasted growth potential resulting in an ultimate proposal to the CEO and or Board of Directors • Analyzed and researched organizational structures, CFO role competencies and growth strategies to provide market and behavioral trends, reorganization structural ideas and succession plans • Utilized analyst reports, external market information and financial statements (10k, 10Q,S1,14A, ect) to evaluate profitability, corporate structure, and future growth plans of client companies • Created a management reporting platform to consolidate internal practice group information and knowledge realizing a 50% increased efficiency in internal reporting and dissemination of information • Managed and acted as an internal resource for marketing, white paper research, and business development activities for the Global CFO Practice Group • Participated in all phases of assignments including strategy, candidate and source development, research and execution Michael Page International Banking and Financial Markets Recruitment Consultant, New York, NY 10/04 – 01/06 • Performed market analysis in the form of compensation studies and growth forecasts • Negotiated and coordinated fee adjustments, salary agreements and contract terms with senior executives • Recruited, negotiated with, and advised senior financial executives (Selected placements include: CFO, US Division of an Australian Investment Bank and CAO, Americas Private Wealth Division of a Large European Investment Bank) • Founded and managed the CFO executive search division for Finance and Banking in New York City ING DIRECT Manager Financial AS/ Reporting Associate Mutual Funds, New York, NY 3/02 – 10/04 • Devised marketing strategies for products and investment vehicles which accounted for 1/3 of total product offerings • Developed Anti-Money Laundering, legal guidelines and compliance training materials and presentations for the mutual funds department • Created and Conducted cost-benefit, budget and forecasting for mutual fund product efficiency • Managed Eastern US Region including a team of three associates who brokered and marketed mutual funds to financial advisors and other investment professionals as a part of a new wholesale marketing strategy • Formed corporate partnerships which realized a $100k cost savings Management Trainee, Philadelphia, PA 7/00 – 3/02 • Developed operational budgets, forecasts and projections for transitional departments • Managed a staff of three as the head of the facilities department with an annual budget of $3m • Created and Coordinated the Insurance Field Application Project for The Wharton Business School • Managed and Developed the corporate insurance policy • Created and Devised an on-campus recruiting program for summer MBA associates Embassy of the Argentine Republic Market Researcher, Washington DC 7/98 – 5/00 • Compiled market studies for Argentine exporters • Researched and analyzed potential market opportunities for pharmaceuticals, defense and wood products in the USA • Conducted import/ export market research and governmental regulations, specifically with the Harmonized Tariff Schedules ACTIVITIES:

LICENSES:

Alumni Relations Chair, RSM Student Association Business Development Chair, RSM Student Association Founder, RSM Wine Appreciation Club Member, Turkish Social Club of New York Alumni Member, Beta Theta Pi Fraternity United States Citizen CapitalIQ, Onsource, Bloomberg, BigDough.com, Hoovers, LexisNexis, Leadership Directories, Bloomberg, StatUSA, Peoplesoft, MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint SEC Series 7 (Recently Expired), SEC Series 63 (Recently Expired)

LANGUAGES:

English – Native, Spanish – Fluent, German-Studied

CITIZENSHIP: TECHNICAL SKILLS:

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Nationality: German/ French Date of birth: 20th September 1984 Address : 25, rue du 9 mai 1944 L-2112 Howald LUXEMBOURG  +352 621 776 926  +34 622 338 001 E-mail: [email protected]

EDUCATION 2008

ESADE Semester abroad with the CEMS program

Barcelona, SPAIN

2005

VSE – Prague School of Economics Selected to study as an exchange student for one semester

Prague, CZECH REPUBLIC

2004-08

HEC School of Management Graduation June 2008, Master in International Management (CEMS program)

Paris, FRANCE

2002-04

Intégrale Preparatory courses for the entrance exam to French « Grandes Ecoles ». Ranked 78 / 4500

Paris, FRANCE

2000-02

Lycée Charlemagne Graduated with a French Baccalaureate, Scientific option with A-level (Grade 16.64/20)

Thionville, FRANCE

1990-00

European School of Luxembourg

G-D. of LUXEMBOURG

WORK EXPERIENCE 3 months 04/2007 to 07/2007

Summer Business Analyst MCKINSEY & COMPANY • 5-year strategic plan for a major telecommunications company in Luxembourg: analyzed data and worked on a recommendation to improve the marketing department's efficiency in sales • Retail and marketing project for a major South African bank: created a branch manager handbook containing all information needed to implement the sales improvement project

Luxembourg, G-D. of LUXEMBOURG

International Traineeship Program KPMG • Audit department, Luxembourg (4 months): part of the pricing team for investment funds (daily use of Bloomberg and Reuters), audits in the Public Sector mainly • Advisory department, Cape Town (2 months): researched and analyzed data for a city development project, tested controls at retail clients within the Information Risk Management team

Luxembourg, G-D. of LUXEMBOURG

2 months 06/2005 to 08/2005

Volunteer, with local engineers CENFROCAFE • Conducted cost study for a coffee cooperative that wanted to diversify its activities in cocoa • Identified exportation opportunities of Peruvian cocoa on the global market. • Interviewed cocoa producers and synthesized the information • Implemented our recommendations from the cost study and assisted with the initial start up process

Jaén, PERU

2004-05

Student member HEC JUNIOR CONSEIL • Researched the operating costs of a fictive Estonian airline company and evaluated the competing advantage in comparison with French airline companies • Carried out qualitative interviews with 8 sales managers in Germany about waste management • Conducted qualitative and quantitative interviews about the adoption of the IFRS standards in 40 companies in Germany • Studied 8 European airline companies and analyzed the handling market in France • Used cold calling to research about engine production in 6 European countries • Translated an Internet website from French to German

Paris, FRANCE

6 months 09/2006 to 03/2007

Johannesburg, SOUTH AFRICA

Cape Town, SOUTH AFRICA

EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Student societies

Sports Theater Traveling


CEMS Student Board, active member: representing HEC School of Management
AIESEC in HEC, vice- president: promoted the association on campus and initiated events to increase student participation and awareness; won the award of the best international student association.
Mission Quechua: collected 700€ of funds for a volunteering project in Peru

2007-2008 2004-2006


Contemporary and Hip-Hop dance (7 shows), fitness, diving (PADI Open-Water certification), trekking

1990-2006


Part of a bilingual French-German theater group for 4 years
Actress and singer in a children opera “Drago”

1996-2000 1995


USA, Canada, Mexico, Costa Rica, Peru, Dominican Republic, St Lucia, Anguilla, St Barthelemy, Israel, UAE, Tunisia, Morocco, Kenya, South Africa, Mozambique, Namibia, Seychelles, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Thailand, Spain, Portugal, Greece, Italy, Malta, Germany, Belgium, Netherlands, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, UK, Ireland, Austria, Switzerland, Czech Republic, Hungary, Slovenia, Slovakia, Poland, Russia

1998-2007

LANGUAGES AND COMPUTER SKILLS French German English Luxemburgish Spanish Italian Czech

Mother tongue Mother tongue Bilingual, TOEIC: 945/990 (April 2005) Fluent Fluent Very good understanding, basic conversation Beginner

2004-2005

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Charles Dustin Riddle 14 Oxford Street Apt. 4, Rochester, NY 14607

(315) 254-0468

[email protected]

Experienced financial services consultant with demonstrated ability in developing lasting client relationships and in analyzing market data through the creation and application of innovative tools and financial models.

EDUCATION Simon Graduate School of Business Sept. 2007 to Mar. 2009 University of Rochester, Rochester, NY Candidate for MBA (Concentrations: Finance & Competitive and Organizational Strategy) William E. Simon Leadership Fellow - one of nine selected for a highly competitive full-tuition scholarship program Clubs and Organizations: Graduate Business Council (President), Financial Management Association, Simon Ambassadors GPA: 3.5 / 4.0 Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA Bachelor of Science in Industrial and Systems Engineering with Honors

Aug. 1999 to May 2003

Groseclose Award for Georgia Tech’s Industrial Engineer of the Year, 2002 Don Bratcher Award for Excellent Human Relations, 2001 Clubs and Organizations: Student Government Association (Treasurer), Institute of Industrial Engineers (President) Major GPA: 3.6 / 4.0

EXPERIENCE BearingPoint (formerly KPMG Consulting) Mountain View, CA

Sept. 2005 to Aug. 2007

Consultant in Financial Services’ Payments Practice and Client Services Group Major Clients: Visa USA, Chevron Corp, Edison International, CB Richard Ellis, Washington Mutual • Coordinated a major re-branding effort at hundreds of North American stores for one of the largest integrated energy companies in the world. At completion, the net in-store sales increased 23%, which amounted to approximately $160 million in additional revenue. • Conducted a competitive analysis of commercial reporting tools among major credit card companies. The results were presented to top executives and led to the development of innovative payment features that attracted new customers. • Assisted the controller of a large international utility company in the on-time completion of SEC filings and in the planning, budgeting, and reporting efforts required for each global business unit to transition into the next fiscal year. • Streamlined the workflow of a large internal audit operation and created innovative financial models to accurately assess revenue. These tools were vital to the filing of three tardy quarterly reports to the SEC and prevented the firm from being delisted from the New York Stock Exchange. Carrier Corporation / United Technologies Syracuse, NY

Mar. 2004 to Aug. 2005

Logistics Engineer for the Replacement Component Division • Developed and managed supply chain and logistical solutions, which ranged from large conveyor installations to full

department redesigns within various North American distribution centers. These solutions reduced Carrier’s domestic distribution costs by $300,000 and improved on-time delivery by 18%. • Improved employee safety and productivity metrics by designing creative picking and storage techniques. • Consolidated the fleet of powered industrial vehicles for better utilization of resources, reducing annual costs by $90,000. May 2001 to Mar. 2004 Industrial

Grady Health Systems Atlanta, GA

Engineer, Georgia Comprehensive Sickle Cell Center • Analyzed the capabilities of a handheld pain assessment tool, interviewed healthcare practitioners, and

recommended specific design changes to improve both effectiveness and efficiency. This tool then went on to win the 2002 National Association of Public Hospitals Innovations in Technology Award. • Researched and identified a strong relationship between sickle cell pain and the menstrual cycle, which contributed to a leading publication and has led to subsequent improvements in the treatment of sickle cell anemia.

SKILLS & INTERESTS • MS Office (Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook), Dreamweaver, MATLAB, MINITAB, ARENA, AutoCAD • Active philanthropist with the Center for the Visually Impaired, the Human Rights Campaign, and the Alzheimer’s Association

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Christofer J. Mulh

540 N. State St. #4503E Chicago, IL 60610 [email protected]

Cell: 312/519.8202

Professional Experience Archstone Consulting, LLC – Chicago, IL

7/2007 – Present

Associate
Managed the logistics, workplan and content development for a $5 million, 350+ attendee client global leadership meeting
Developed a business case and financial model generating $4 million of value for a Fortune 20 client through the migration and integration of a major business unit into existing domestic shared services centers
Designed a project planning and management “playbook” and toolkit to be used by a Fortune 20 client as a guide for all future financial mergers, integrations and migrations BearingPoint Management & Technology Consultants – Chicago, IL

6/2006 – 8/2006

Intern, Chief Strategy Office
Spearheaded a design team that developed a “one source” website utilized by all 17,500+ employees
Co-designed 10+ sets of templates used to fully cascade BearingPoint’s enterprise strategy FirstEnergy Corp. – Jersey Central Power & Light, Morristown, NJ

6/2003 – 6/2005

Project Manager, Substation Operations
Managed a 100+ person management team labor force through the effective execution of labor union jobs during strike conditions
Reorganized work scheduling to minimize travel time and non-productive downtime improving worker efficiency by 15% in four months
Wrote multiple formal procedures to improve accounting, scheduling and status report accuracy resulting in a 30% productivity level increase Reliability Engineer, Distribution Engineering Department
Completed a full-scale reliability study and implemented a cost-effective solution for a large New Jersey township reducing power outages by over 500%, saving the company approximately $2 million and averting a class-action lawsuit
Redesigned the field work identification process by removing non-value added tasks and structuring the new system to reduce labor from 13 employees to two, saving over $500,000 in annual labor expenses
Resolved many high priority customer issues and complaints regarding quality and reliability concerns. Improved energy delivery reliability throughout operating districts by 15% via system studies and implementation of corrective action plans. Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co., Akron, OH

6/2002 – 2/2003

Advanced Process and Automation Engineer
Developed four full mechanical designs through the testing and refinement phase of the product development process
Applied for two design patents within six months of hire

Education University of Illinois – Urbana-Champaign, IL

8/2005 – 5/2007

MBA, Finance
Student Body President
Director’s Scholarship
Participated in an International Business Strategy courses at the University of Warsaw, Poland and at the Fundacão Instituto de Pesquisas Econômicas in São Paulo, Brazil The Pennsylvania State University – University Park, PA

BS, Mechanical Engineering
Completed one-semester study abroad opportunity in Rome, Italy

8/1997 – 5/2002

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Christie Mary GEORGE e-mail: [email protected], te l.: +44 (0)7515 251977 Education and Qualifications 2007-2008

Said Busine ss School Oxford University

Completing MBA Awarded Skoll Scholarship for Social Entrepreneurship

1995-1999

Yale University

B.A., Political Science Awarded FLAGS Fellowship, Class of 1955 Fellowship and VISIONS Fe llowship

Work Experie nce 2001-2007

Women Make Movies, Inc. New York, NY Theatrical and International Broadcast Sales Manager (promote d 4 time s) • Developed and executed national distribution strategy for the theatrical, broadcast, home video and ancillary markets for 20 Ne w Releases per year and a full catalog of 500 films. Increased sales in each new division managed. • Responsible to Executive Director for budgeting, booking, reporting, ne gotiating contracts and managing advertising, marketing and publicity campaigns for Sisters in Law, company's first national theatrical rollout in 10 years, screening in 20 cities, 150 festivals and becoming the company's best-selling title for 2006. • Developed company's new media strategy including landmark partnerships with AO L/Time Warner and new digital distribution outlets. Educational Marketing Manager • Led primary profit center of company and spearheaded strategic outreach campaigns that increased distribution to new markets, leading to record-breaking sales a nd the first $1 million revenue year in company's history. • Managed production – including copywriting and editing - of 130-page annual film catalog as well as distribution to 30,000 institutional customers. • Implemented system of regular sales analysis, in order to strategically align sales efforts to reach objectives. Developed online marketing campaigns for outreach which remain in use today. • Curated and managed project launch of The Girls Project (funded by the National Endowment for the Arts) - an award-winning c ollection of 25 films about girls around the world, increasing sales to secondary schools by 400% and increasing visibility in the US K-12 market.

2000-2001

Legal Momentum New York, NY Development Consultant • Conducted extensive research and logistical planning for Aiming High, company's annual gala event celebrating top A merican businesswome n. • Managed direct mail ca mpaigns and research for major donors to increase individual giving to the organization.

1999-2000

Mediacom, LLC /CoolEmail.com New York, NY Marketing Coordinator • Developed member communications program with focus on increased usage and member retention; programs resulted in 95% membership growth. • Analyzed web site data and customer usage; implemented site usability improvements and new product functionality.

Awards/Honors

Aurelian Honor Society, Ve nman Fellow, Associate Curator, T ribeca All Access/Tribeca Film Festival. Invited speaker and jury member at film festivals worldwide: D enver International Film Festival, RiverRun Film Fe stival, Media That Matters Film Festival, GirlFest Hawaii, Indo American Arts Council

Hobbes

Keble College Women’s Football Team, Oxford Business Networks: Social Entrepreneurship, Media and Marke ting

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Clifford Harris Dank 1540 Milvia St. #6 Berkeley, CA 94709 (914) 589-7340 [email protected]

EDUCATION

University of California at Berkeley Berkeley, CA Walter A. Haas School of Business, MBA Candidate, May 2008 • President of the student body (MBA Association) • Chairman, Graduate Business Forum President’s Network (student presidents from top MBA programs) • Co-President, Co-Founder, Haas Leadership Club and Hass Public Speaking/Debate Forum • Consultant, International project in Africa focused on reorganizing the Ghana School Feeding Program • Teaching Excellence Award as a Graduate Student Instructor for Leadership, Communication classes Johns Hopkins University B.A. in English, May 2001

EXPERIENCE 2007-Summer

Baltimore, MD

Monitor Group Cambridge, MA Summer Consultant • Worked on team that structured the organizational redesign of an international bank’s management • Drafted executive development curriculum for top thirty managers at a major building solutions company

2002-2006

First New York Securities, LLC New York, NY Domestic and International Proprietary Trading Firm ($300 Million Company) International Proprietary Trader • Developed strategy to manage $10MM portfolio across five continents; managed international traders in executing that strategy with a partner; generated an average of $1MM in yearly gross profits. • Promoted from Analyst to Trader in shortest possible time (12 months vs. an average of 18) • Managed international traders across five continents in implementing trading strategies • Interviewed and trained newly hired assistant traders and lead improvement of training program.

2001-2002

Morgan Stanley White Plains, NY Financial Advisor, Private Wealth Management • Achieved 100% client retention by analyzing complete financial scenarios of small businesses and individuals and by crafting and implementing wealth management plans with them. • Raised $1MM in new clientele and managed existing client relationships. • Developed marketing plan for niche markets such as professional boxers. Implemented plan in working with Middleweight boxing Champion “Sugar” Ray Leonard toward accumulating clients in these areas.

LEADERSHIP 2002-2004

2006 - Present

Freedom’s Journey for America – 501(c)3 Charity New York, NY Charity created to raise awareness and support for families of 9-11 victims; formed around two individuals who walked across the country carrying 4000 U.S. flags Co-Founder, President • Designed business plan, managed volunteers and coordinated local events and parades with mayors and politicians to generate press throughout the United States. • Raised and managed charity funds, conducted media interviews, drafted online newsletter. • Formally recognized in Manhattan by Mayor Mike Bloomberg and the New York Yankees for accomplishments as a charity in raising 9-11 awareness and working with NYC firefighters. Own Your Own New York, NY Founder, Public Speaker • Designed and delivered motivational speech teaching leadership skills to over 100 peers. Currently working within Haas to implement in the Bay area.

ADDITIONAL • • • •

At age 20, supervised 150 people as the Director of Briarcliff Day Camp. Consulted with tech startup RedEye Interactive, drafting business plan for angel investors. Featured columnist for Investor Relations Magazine; wrote monthly column, “The Trader’s Edge.” Designed and delivered financial literacy training program for NYC poor through NY Cares charity.

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Standup Comedy; Golf; Travel (Europe, Asia, Central America), Leisure Reading; Baseball, Skiing.

INTERESTS

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EDUCATION June 2009

THE MICHAEL G. FOSTER SCHOOL OF BUSINESS, UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON Candidate for Master of Business Administration • President, MBA Association • Evert McCabe Fellowship Recipient

Seattle, WA

August 2001

UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO Bachelor of Arts, Political Philosophy • Dean’s List • NCAA Division 1 Fencing Team • Off-Off Campus Improv Comedy Troupe Member

Chicago, IL

EXPERIENCE 2005-2007

NORTHSHORE YMCA • • • • •

• • • 2001-2004

CAMP NASHOBA NORTH

• • • • • 1999-2001

Bothell, WA PROGRAM EXECUTIVE, 2006-2007 Promoted to Program Executive within one year of joining the YMCA, regularly recognized for project management and leadership skills. Supervised 15 full-time equivalent staff, seasonal supervisor to an additional 40 full-time equivalents. Facilitated cross-organizational team including government, non-profit and corporate groups to build a challenge course in a regional park. Acquired and absorbed nearby day camp increasing enrollment by 35% and profits by 10%. Led peer task forces in marketing, beating previous year enrollment by 20%, and in fundraising, hitting the highest goal in the organization’s history. COMMUNITY PROGRAMS DIRECTOR, 2005-2006 Increased summer enrollment by 18% through extensive marketing campaign, cut overall operating cost to increase profits by over 25%. Managed parent-child program for over 200 dads and their children. Developed new pricing structure, increasing revenue by over 20% and retained annual enrollment for the first time in six years. Led a team of volunteers in fundraising and beat previous year by 55%. Littleton, MA/Raymond, ME PROGRAM DIRECTOR ONE OF NEW ENGLAND’S PREMIER RESIDENTIAL SUMMER CAMPS Recruited, trained, managed, and evaluated over 100 seasonal staff annually. Managed daily operations within budget guidelines including kitchen staff, health center, activity areas, and all other aspects of the community. Developed online and print advertising with limited budget resources. Executed a summer program for 200 campers each summer. Seasonal Camp Counselor (1998-2000); taught rock climbing, backpacking, and kayaking.

ESIM SPORTS Chicago, IL Chief Operations Officer One of four founders of one of the first fantasy sports websites • Defined growth strategy and managed 750% annual growth in customer base and revenue streams. • Evaluated potential buy-out opportunities including negotiations with a large sports media company. • Developed and monitored message boards as a tool to receive customer feedback and provide online customer service to end users.

SKILLS AND ACTIVITIES • •

Travelled extensively internationally, avid sailor and budding gardener Facilitate youth and executive leadership teams on team building courses

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DANIEL WANG LIANG Tel: +86+21+ 133821370 Fax: +86-21-28905126 Career Goals

Mobile: +86+21+15821319982 Email: [email protected], [email protected] Financial Services, Banking, Capital Markets, Risk Management

Education

Sept. 2007—Feb.2009 Aug. 2000 – Aug.2001 Aug. 1997 – Jun. 2000 Jun. 1998 – Sep. 1998

China Europe International Business School Shanghai, China MBA Vice-President of Student Committee; Member of Finance, Outdoor and Basketball clubs Massachusetts Institute of Technology Boston, USA MSc. in Political Science Northwestern University Chicago, USA B.A. in Economics Cambridge University Cambridge, U.K Summer Exchange Program

Experience

2001 – 2007

Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS)

Oct. 2005 – Aug. 2007

Senior Policy Analyst, Prudential Policy Department • Part of pioneer team responsible for successfully issuing Basel II capital regulations and overseeing its implementation in Singapore • Team leader of workgroup which reviewed and revised capital adequacy requirements for Singapore-incorporated banks • Revised and issued rules on bilateral netting agreements, Islamic Finance, and large exposures limits for banks operating in Singapore

Apr. 2003 – Oct. 2005

Assistant Director, Banking Department • Principal Review Officer with supervisory oversight over portfolio of UK and Hong Kong banks, such as HSBC and Royal Bank of Scotland. • Coordinated and drafted regulatory guidance regarding Business Outsourcing for Singapore banking industry

Sep. 2001 – Apr. 2003

Associate, Banking Department • Principal Review Officer with supervisory oversight over portfolio of US and Belgian banks, such as JP Morgan Chase and Fortis Bank. • Conducted onsite inspections and offsite reviews of banks in portfolio

2003 - 2007

Additional Projects: • Coordinated review of MAS-wide talent development framework (2007) • Speechwriter for Chairman, MAS (2003, 2005) • Secretary for Financial Supervisory Directors and Managing Director meetings (2003, 2006)

Training

General: Banking supervision and risk management training organised by MAS (200102); US Federal Reserve (2002); New York State Banking Department (2006)

Singapore

Product-specific: Equity derivatives (UBS, 2004), Structured products and US Mortgaged-Backed Securities (UBS, 2005) Islamic Finance (2006); Internal Capital Models (Standard&Poors, 2007)

Computer Language Personal

Proficient in MS Office English: Native, Chinese: Excellent Married with one child. Active in church work. Enjoys reading, hiking and being an armchair sports pundit in spare time.

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DUKE BEST, CPA 130 Ivy Drive # 11 • Charlottesville, VA 22903 • (949) 307-4057 • [email protected] EDUCATION Darden Graduate School of Business Administration University of Virginia Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2008 Chapman University Bachelor of Science, Business Communications, June 1995 EXPERIENCE 2007 - 2007

Danaher Corporation Operations Consulting Intern

Charlottesville, VA

Orange, CA

Dallas, TX

2004 - 2006

Health Sciences Group, Inc. Los Angeles, CA VP Finance / Corporate Controller A turnaround opportunity with a nutraceutical ingredients and products company • Oversaw nearly every aspect of the company's operations. As Corporate Controller, responsible for transaction processing and SEC financial reporting. As Vice President of Finance, acted as the primary contact for the Company's 6,000 shareholders • Directed business model shift from wholesale production to retail distribution • Sourced and hired new staff as well as directed the Company's largest workforce reduction • Daily activities beyond accounting/finance and included writing press releases, negotiating with and managing vendors, packaging designs and assisting with business plan development

2002 -2004

Acumen & Merit, LLC Seattle, WA Consultant / Owner Post Enron entrepreneurial continuation of accounting and consulting work performed at Arthur Andersen • Provided business management infrastructure and outsourced accounting for growing companies • Developed accounting policies and procedures, chart of accounts, employee role and responsibilities, organizational structure, production costing and pricing models, and growth planning • Provided business plan analysis and delivered critical path solutions for growth and development

1997 - 2002

Arthur Andersen, LLP Los Angeles / Orange County, CA CPA / Consultant Business Consulting Performed operational diagnostics to improve process efficiencies, reduce overhead, benchmark results with industry peers, and prepare business case analysis to build departmental value and increase profitability. Solutions included: identifying quick win opportunities for cost savings or revenue enhancement; designing organizational structure changes; business process reengineering; aligning initiatives with strategic goals; and delivering board presentations • Performed diagnostic analysis and delivered improvement plan with best practice research and business case analysis for a $33 billion distribution company • Analyzed and delivered cost reduction recommendations for $3 billion medical service provider • Assessed current state and delivered strategic development plan to national non-profit organization • Determined personnel alignment strategy for $30 million property management company • Developed cash burn analysis and presentation for $15 million food supplement manufacturer Audit & Business Advisor • Responsible for financial statement preparation and analysis as well as improving client business and management processes for both public and private companies Management Roles • Managing client expectations and deadlines; understanding and evaluating internal control systems; developing recommendations for operational improvement; research technical issues; reviewing legal documents; engagement planning; and developing and managing budgets Leadership Roles • Regional technology trainer; lead recruiter for college campus; instructor for local, regional and national training courses; mentor for staff interns; and active member in both audit and consulting Senior Advisory Teams

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EDWARD M. JACOBS 40 North Kingshighway Boulevard Apartment 6J Saint Louis, Mo 63108 (917)885-1220 [email protected] EDUCATION WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY St. Louis, MO 2007-Present OLIN BUSINESS SCHOOL Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2009 • General Management Concentration • President: Graduate Business Student Association (Student Body President) • Founder: Olin Dining Club • Member: International Business Association, General Management Club, Olin India Club, Greater China Club • Member: Olin Cares Charitable Organization TRINITY COLLEGE Bachelor of Arts in Art History, May 2003 • Art History Major: 3.5/4.0 GPA in Major • Esther and Lloyd Cooper Prize winner for achievement in the study of Fine Arts • Treasurer of Trinity College Hillel 2000-2003 • Trinity College Varsity Golf Team 1999-2002 EXPERIENCE JNK SECURITIES CORPORATION JNK Securities is an independent boutique broker dealer that provides is customers with direct access to trade on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange.

Hartford, CT 1999-2003

New York, NY 2002-2007

NYSE Floor Broker/Sales Trader • Served as Registered Representative (series 7, 55 and 63) and "direct access" broker. • Executed orders on behalf of hedge funds, mutual funds and pension funds including SAC Capital, TPG-Axon, Moore Capital and Diamondback Capital in the US and Investec, Odey Asset Management and Eclectica in the UK. • Increased business annually by diversifying customer base to include the UK. In spite of decreased volume on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, culminating with over $2 million dollars in commissions in 2006. • Led the training of summer associates in the field of trade clearance, equities trading, and compliance for three years. Summer Associate • Assisted Brokers and sales Traders on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange with trade clearance. • Fixed trade discrepancies as well as assisted in compliance. VAN DER MOOLEN SPECIALISTS Van der Moolen is an international trading firm that serves as 'specialists' on the New York Stock Exchange.

New York, NY Summer 2001

Summer Associate • Assisted trading on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange for a firm that serves as market maker in over 200 listed equities including Nortel, Pfizer, and Hewlett Packard. • Organized research reports for morning meetings utilizing technical and fundamental analysis of stocks. OTHER DATA Membership Trinity College Friends of Art, Trinity College Hillel Advisory Board, Trinity College Long Walk Society Travel Belgium, Cambodia, England, France, Holland, Iceland, Ireland, Northern Ireland, Israel, Italy, Switzerland Interests Dining, Travel, Art, Professional Basketball, Baseball, Football, Playing Golf and Playing Basketball Skills Proficient with Bloomberg, Thompson and ILX Workstations in addition to Microsoft Office

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Abridged Curriculum Vitae Elżbieta (Ella) Maria Boniuk Date of birth: May 22, 1971 Education 2007 – 2008

Rotterdam School of Management, RSM Erasmus University, Rotterdam, The Netherlands Executive MBA Programme – MBA candidate

1988 – 1995

English Studies Department, University of Warsaw, Poland Master of Arts in English Studies

1986 – 1988

T.C. Williams High School, Alexandria, VA, United States

Professional Experience 2001 – present

Rotterdam School of Management, RSM Erasmus University, Rotterdam, The Netherlands Top-ranked business school and a leading provider of MBA Programs and Executive Education Project Manager (2004 – present) MFM Program Manager (2002 – 2004) MFM Program Coordinator/Registrar Assistant (2001 -2002)

2000 – 2001

Rockwell Automation Customer Services BV, Cappelle a/d Ijssel, The Netherlands European Customer Support Office of a leading industrial components and equipment manufacturer Order Management Team Member

2000

InnoCap BV, The Hague, The Netherlands Management Assistant

1999

Kenda Rubber (Europe) BV, Rotterdam, The Netherlands Administrative Assistant

1997 – 2000

Rotterdam, The Netherlands Freelance translator (Polish –English)

1996 – 1997

White & Case (Poland) Sp. z o.o., Warsaw, Poland Top legal firm in Warsaw Translator

1992 – 1996

Polish-American Extension Project, Warsaw, Poland USDA & Polish Ministry of Agriculture sponsored project dedicated to providing assistance in the restructuring of Polish Agricultural Advisory Centers. Translator & Assistant to the Senior Extension Advisor (full-time position in 1996)

Interests Leadership and personal leadership development, psychology, change management, languages, dance, swimming, yoga, tai-chi, travel, contemporary international literature

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EMMANUEL AISABOKHAE Apartment 1102 City View, Highclere Avenue, Manchester, UK. M7 4ZU Tel: +44(0) 7930 659 703 MANCHESTER BUSINESS SCHOOL, MBA Programme 09/07 – 07/09 • Elected MBA Student President (Jan ‘08). Initiated ‘Coffee Lottery’; an exercise that helps build relationships between the 2008 and 2009 MBA classes. • Started ‘MBA Take 5’; a marketing initiative to increase the appeal of MBS to prospective MBA students. • Runner up, Tata Consulting Case Competition. JOHNSON & JOHNSON PHARMACEUTICALS, H/W, UK 01/07 – 08/07 Associate – Benefit Risk Management, Integrated Operations Dept. • Involved in receipt, analysis and submission of clinical trials and adverse events data to regulatory authorities (FDA, MHRA and EMEA). • Key member of the Oncology team of 15 that achieved 100% reporting compliance without backlog, for several months on end. • Involved in the ‘big picture’ team of 4 that provided ideas for process improvements within the company. • Created the ‘Operation goodbye to backlog’ operations model, which was piloted and shown to improve processes in the company. • Improved my ability to work with people from other cultures, and people who live in countries with different time zones. PHARMACY MANAGER COVER, UK 08/06 – 01/07 • Self-employed Pharmacist, providing large retail Pharmacy multiples with medium- to short-term Pharmacy Manager Cover. • Managed up to 7 clinical and sales staff. • Adapted very quickly to different environments and motivated staff to exceed company target of processing customer prescription in 10 minutes. • Demonstrated integrity by ensuring that Controlled drugs records were accurate in every store that I managed. • Provided help to Pharmacy assistants with their on-the-job training. • Provided patient counselling to simplify complex drug regimen for drugs like Warfarin®. NATIONAL HEALTH SERVICE, Luton, UK. 08/05 – 07/06 Pre-Registration Pharmacist • Worked with Pharmacy team leads in different directorates in a large hospital. • Analysed Pharmaceutical research papers and participated in the approval of 6 drugs for use in the hospital. • Designed, analysed and presented results of audit on medicines wastage in the hospital. • Improved my attention to detail by checking 200 prescriptions made by technicians to identify their mistakes and give them feedback. • Provided clinical training for 10 technicians by delivering lecture titled "The Use of Medical Abbreviations in the Hospital”. BOOTS THE CHEMIST, Luton, UK. 02/06 Pre-registration Pharmacist (Cross sector placement) • Delivered services to the public in line with the NHS Primary Care contract. These services included prescription dispensing, Medicines Use Review, healthy lifestyle advice, amongst others. • Used communication skills to implement retail and marketing strategy of the Pharmacy. For example, the strategy of targeting the sale of Diarolyte® (a substance used for rehydration) to patients on diarrhoea medication. THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER, Manchester, UK 09/01 – 07/05 Master of Pharmacy • Winner, Lucy McKeown Award for outstanding contribution to life in the University of Manchester School Of Pharmacy. • Member, Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Football - I won the ‘Golden boot’ and was a member of the winning football team in J&J’s 2007 biennial international football tournament. I also play badminton, table tennis and basketball, and enjoy riding my motorcycle. I spent part of the summer of 2004 on a ranch in Arkansas, USA and visited other parts of the country. This opportunity arose from a speculative decision to make contact with an American author whose book I had read. I am currently improving my Spanish language ability and learning to play the acoustic guitar.

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FORREST L. KRAGTEN 1611 Granville Ave., #10 Los Angeles, CA 90025 (310) 701-9968 ▪ [email protected] EDUCATION

UCLA ANDERSON SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT Los Angeles, CA M.B.A., Finance and Entrepreneurship; GMAT: 760 June 2009
Leadership: Class President, Section President
Membership: Investment Finance Club, Entrepreneur Association, Vistage, Wine Club, Project Echo
Honors: UCLA Anderson Fellowship, Faculty Scholar, Venture Fellow UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, LOS ANGELES BACHELOR OF ARTS IN BUSINESS ECONOMICS, MINOR IN ACCOUNTING
Leadership: UCLA’s Undergraduate Business Society Director
Honors: Provost’s Honors List, Dean’s List

Los Angeles, CA JUNE 2001

EXPERIENCE

KRAGTEN CONSULTING Los Angeles, CA Founder July 2007 to Present
Specialized in cost containment, managerial development and strategic planning
Recommended strategy for realizing an additional $3MM in operating profit for a $60MM revenue company
Maintained consistent and collaborative dialogue with senior management to deliver functional results ENDEAVOUR CAPITAL, LP Portland, OR/Los Angeles, CA Private Equity Associate July 2004 to June 2007
Developed innovative deal structures customized to fit the nuances of individual transactions while achieving superior returns for investors; created a debt instrument with earnout characteristics
Managed all aspects of a $33MM buyout and a $15MM add-on acquisition including negotiation of legal documents, financing, and due diligence. Served as an observer on the Board of Directors of the parent company
Evaluated investment opportunities in private companies through interviews and assessment of senior management, quantitative analysis and industry research
Conducted proactive market and competitive landscape analysis across multiple industries including green building, insurance, aftermarket automotive and vanity. Initiated dedicated coverage of aftermarket automotive
Assisted the firm in opening a new office in Los Angeles, CA. Promoted from analyst to associate in July 2006 LEHMAN BROTHERS INC. Los Angeles, CA Investment Banking Analyst July 2001 to June 2004
Ranked in the top tier of class based on performance reviews citing excellent quantitative skills and professionalism; accepted a third year position
Sole-sourced a new $1B client and a revenue-generating $100MM transaction for the firm as a third year analyst
Created original, detailed financial models and conducted due diligence for a variety of transactions including Madison Dearborn Partners’ €3.9B LBO of Jefferson Smurfit Group plc
Drafted information memorandums, internal commitment committee documents and client meeting materials ADDITIONAL



Volunteered with Habitat for Humanity for the past four years; Participated in the “Home in a Box” building project to support families who lost their homes in Hurricane Katrina Enjoy basketball, scuba diving, snowboarding, mountain biking and virtually any outdoor activities; remedial golfer

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GLORIA CARRERAS Mobile: +86-13046662686 Email: [email protected]

Career Goals

To further develop my skills in Marketing, Business Development and Team Management to achieve leading managerial positions arriving from a strong international background.

Education Sept. 2007—Feb. 2009

Sept. 2000 – Jun. 2003

Sept. 1997 – Jun. 2002

China Europe International Business School Shanghai, China Full time MBA President of Student Committee. Club Member: Marketing Club, Entrepreneur Club, Music&Dance Club; Basketball Club. Full Scholarship by La Caixa (Spanish Savings Bank) Sept-Dec 2009: Exchange Program with Anderson – UCLA Los Angeles, USA Pompeu Fabra University Barcelona, Spain Major Degree in Management and Business Administration Member of the International Students Association AIESEC. 01-02: President of AIESEC in PFU and vice-president of the Catalunya’s Regional Board. Pompeu Fabra University Barcelona, Spain Major Degree in Economics Jan.–June 00: Exchange Program with Paris XIII University Paris, France ERASMUS Scholarship by EU Government

Experience 2005 – 2007

FritoLay, S.A. (PEPSICO Group)

Dec. 2006 - Jun. 2007

Organized Trade, Marketing & Visibility Executive. • Design, communication and implementation of Trade Marketing program for Organized Trade Key Account customers (Carrefour, Alcampo, etc.) • Team: Responsible for the development of an Assistant and a Trainee.

Feb. 2005 - Nov. 2006

Channel Development Executive (Business Development). • Analysis of the different distribution channels in which the products of the company are sold, as well as potentially new ones, seeking for new business opportunities. • Development and implementation of pricing & sizing policies as well as promotional strategies in order to capture the opportunities detected. • All projects required heavy coordination tasks among Production, Sales and Marketing teams, as well as external Consumer and Market Research Agencies.

2002 – 2005

MOËT HENNESSY SPAIN (LVMH Group).

Jan. 2003 – Jan. 2005

Product Manager Junior Moët & Chandon - Mini Moët (20cl) & ½ bottle (37’5cl) • Define Marketing plan, marketing mix, as well as develop Trade Marketing strategies and materials (Point Of Sale, packaging, merchandising). • Supervise Communication plan and PR events. Special focus on fashion related events, such as sponsorships of Barcelona Fashion Week and Cibeles Catwalk. • Jan. 2003: Launch in Spanish points of sales of Mini Moët (20cl) – June 2003: launch of the Mini Flûte, the new way of drinking the Mini Moët. • ½ bottle (37’5cl) – In 2003, the format with higher increase among the whole Moët range (+35%). In 2004 became the 2nd reference of the brand in terms of units sold after the regular 0’75L bottle. • Jan 2004: National launch of the ½ bottle of Brut Impérial Rosé.

May 2002 – Dec. 2002

Assistant Brand Manager Moët & Chandon • Brand: Moët & Chandon – representing almost 80% of the firm’s turnover and close to 70% of its profits. • Assist the Brand Manager in the development and implementation of the Brand’s strategy. Responsibilities in Brand and Trade Marketing, Communication and PR areas. • Preparation of Mini Moët national launch (from PR events to sale stores).

Computer Language Personal Interests

Proficient in MS Office Spanish: Native, English: Fluent, French: Fluent, Italian: Intermediate, Chinese: Basic Traveling, reading, meeting new cultures, music and dancing.

Barcelona, Spain

Barcelona, Spain

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GLEN MEHN e-mail: [email protected], UK tel: +44(0)7942 675 755 US tel: +1 415 407 4737 Education and Qualifications 2007-2008 1997-1998 1991-1997

Saïd Business School Completing MBA Degree University of Oxford, UK GMAT 750 Dell’Arte Int’l School of Physical Theatre Certificate, Physical Theatre University of New Orleans, USA BGs Culture, performance, design

Objective: I am currently seeking a position in green design/design strategy allowing me to flesh out my leadership, personal, and design skills with further industry experience. This will culminate in combining my creative, technical, problem solving, making a positive difference, and leadership skills. Overview: I am currently an award-winning MBA Candidate at the University of Oxford, sharpening my leadership skills and business acumen. I previously used my managerial and strategic skills to build and maintain high-availability IT systems in Silicon Valley. My first career was in design, where I founded my own non-profit Art and Design Company. I’ve studied with worldclass teachers in performance, finance, branding, criminology, customer insights, literature, and management. I can build a stage, optimize a supply chain, wire an outlet, and find a project’s NPV. I find bottlenecks in processes and understand & manage relationships between people. I am driven by beauty, elegance, and minimization of waste. I have strong leadership skills, from mentoring to translating between departments to keeping on top of a press conference, and the ability to handle stress in complex cross-functional roles.

Work Experience 2005-2007

Perlegen Sciences, USA [Genotyping and personalized medicine, privately held] Senior Systems Administrator I architected and managed a “high data availability,” scalable IT infrastructure with a team of only three people, all while balancing budget and complex engineering requirements, and coordinating between operations, lab, bioinformatics, and Senior Management. I tightly coordinated our UNIX team of three to deliver the right solutions the first time and then keep the systems up and running. • Argued and won for long-term expansion data centre capacity while reducing power usage, for both cost savings and green thinking. • Achieved 99.99%+ uptime. (less than 18 hours total downtime per year) • Constantly coordinated between departments of to optimize data usage in 40TB genotype database. This HA data was the core asset of our company. • Showed foresight in implementation of network security plan ahead of SOX.

2001-2006

Black Rock City, LLC [Burning Man] Systems Administrator, Sysadmin Team Lead (Part time) I managed a diverse group of volunteers and paid staff across all departments, building the technology infrastructure to build a temporary city of 45000 annually. I was constantly challenged to come up with creative solutions, including linking a temporary community in the middle of the desert to the Internet, web casting the entire event, and a process to manage thousands of volunteers across the globe. • Negotiated between external vendors and internal departments in cities around the globe to manage accounting and ticket sales process. • Enabled live full-frame Internet video streaming and wireless access across seven square miles in the middle of the desert—10 miles from the nearest phone line.

2004-2005

LookSmart, Ltd, USA [Online advertising, public] Production Operations Senior Systems Administrator My team of four people primarily operated the Business Intelligence system, requiring complex coordination across several departments, purchasing power, influence on company strategy, and sub-contractors. • Coordinated between BI, Engineering, Operations, and Sales to reduce bill time from 72 hours to under 24 – Saving the company $100K each month. • Coordinated Windows, Unix, Operations, and Database groups to set up a new audit/authentication system to comply with Sarbanes-Oxley.

1999-2004

SquareTrade, Inc,USA [Online dispute resolution, privately held] Lead Systems Administrator

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I was the fourth employee at this company, and built its technical infrastructure from the ground up. I managed often-conflicting requirements from all departments in a start-up environment and drove communications between Operations and Engineering, resulting in fast development/release cycles with higher operational uptimes. I supervised 5 people. • Implemented open-source cutover saving 72% in annualized operating costs. • Led data centre change, resulting in 30% annualized operating cost savings. 1998-1999

TriStrata [Secure document handling, privately held] Systems Administrator I was responsible for the internal network and desktop systems at this company, including capacity planning and bottleneck analysis.

1998-2006

Various side projects, USA [Multiple industries] Technical, network, design and operations consultant • Launched the MyVest managed accounts system. (Wealth Management) • Installed the patent tracking system for Exelixis, Inc. (Biotech) • Analysed and implemented technical needs for Enovity, Inc. (Green building)

1995-1998

The Space Between, USA [Multi/interdisciplinary arts production nonprofit] Founder, designer, producer The Space Between grew out of a work that myself and several artists and designers were doing in New Orleans. I learned to work with large groups of people, negotiate, and find win-win outcomes in all things. I did everything here from PR to production to fundraising to graphic design to taking out the trash. • Ran a quarterly sold-out multidisciplinary arts show at Positive Space Gallery. • Produced TranSForms, an international film project based on the work of Rodin.

1992-1998

Glen Mehn Design, USA [Theatre and Film] Lighting Designer, Scenic Designer, electrician, carpenter, director A designer in nonprofit arts learns to minimize waste and reuse everything, all while managing diverse groups of people and juggling complex schedules. • Led teams of carpenters and electricians for most New Orleans-area theatres. • Taught Design and stage combat course at the Tulane summer theatre program. • Assistant designer, Dog and Pony Theatre Company.

Additional Information Achievements:

Interests:

Nationality: Languages:

Communications Director – Oxford Business Network on Social Entrepreneurship. Winner in Idea Idol business plan competition: Greening the Data Centre (2008). Represented Oxford/Saïd at UCLA Global Leadership Competition (2008). Founder & Co-chair of Oxford Conference on Business and the Environment (2008). Inaugural team leader, Oxford Volunteer Consulting Club (2008). Managed 50 person Burning Man camp including design and operations. Pembroke College, Oxford MCR Sommelier, 2007-2008. Design, writing, reading (fiction and nonfiction), design, yoga, wine, food, language, green technologies, cycling, travelling, SCUBA diving, culture, Macroeconomics, Sociology, changing the way we fundamentally make things, process design, problem solving, simplicity and elegance. USA. Eligible to work in the UK via HSMP. English (native speaker), Spanish (Basic).

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Permanent Add ress Palm Circle #5, Cond.Portofino 1001 Guaynabo, Puerto Rico 00968 Tel.: (+ 1) 787 793 1342 PCS: (+1) 787 378 1543

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Educa tion 09/07-Present ESADE Business School

Barcelona, Spain

Candid ate for Mast er in Busi ness Administrati on, March 2009 08/94-05/99

University of F lorida

Gainesveill e, FL, USA

Bachelor of Science in Ind ust rial E ngineering

Wor k Experie nce 03/06-07/07

Telefónica Empresas

Guaynabo , Puerto Rico

Activity: Worldw ide Provider of Telecommunication Services Manager of Project & Service Management Worked with executive and manageme nt teams to improve project management procedures within company operations. Collaborated with sales team, w orking directly w ith exisiting and potential clients during service negotiations. • Supervised a team of 8 project managers. • Developed the Project Management Off ice (PMO ) within the Operations Department. • Managed multiple complex proj ects for new and existing customers for network development and integra tion, f rom project initiation to project close- out. • Customer portfolio included: MAPF RE, B anco S antander, BBVA , McDonald’s, Scotiabank, Impsat. • Analyzed current operation procedures, recommended and implemented improvements for a more ef ficient project management and delivery process. • Reduced average project deliv ery time by 25%. 12/02-02/06

Centennial d e Puerto Rico

Río Pied ras, Puert o Rico

Activity: Regional Provider of Telecommunication S ervices Senior Project Manag er (01/04-02/06) Collaborated w ith sales and operatio ns teams in the execution of multiple projects. • Supervised a team of 9 project managers. • Managed complex projects f rom project development to project closure. • Directed and motivated project management team members towards PMP Certif ication. • Customer portfolio included: Starbucks, ONDEO Industrial Solutions, SMG Enterntainment, Net2Pho ne, UNO, F uddruckers, Universtity of Puerto R ico. • Increased average project completion by established proj ect delivery date by 23%. • Reduced average project delivery time by 20%. Project Mana ger - Data Servic es (12/02- 12/03) Managed the development of data netw orks and applications f or various customers. • Supervised the integration of 150 locations for ONDEO de PR w ith the ONDEO Industrial S olutions global netw ork. • Completed over 100 WiFi Hotspots installations throughout the metropolitan area 05/00-01/02

Hercules Communicat ions Group

Virg inia , USA

Activity: International Long Distance and VoIP provider Internat ional Business Development Spec ialist Coordinated and supervised the implementaiton of VoIP sites worlwide. • Established and developed business opportunities w ith agents in South America, South Asia, A frica and the Middle East, w hich entailed travel to India, Nepal, Yemen, Oman, Morocco, Senegal, Nigeria, Seychelles, Bolivia, and Uruguay, among other countries. • Negotiated specifications for service expansion with local partners. • Completed over 20 operational site instalations worldwide.

Language s Spanish (Native), English (F luent), Fre nch (Basic, course in progress)

Additiona l Information • • • • •

President of the MB A Student Association (MBASA ) Class ’09, ESADE Member of ESA DE MBAS A Business Clubs (Consulting and Finance) Master C erficate in Project Management, George Washington University / ESI International (August 2007) Project Management Professional 'PMP' C ertification (A ugust 2005) Sports enthusiast (Running 10k & Half Marathons, Basketball)

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JARED TURNER [email protected] • 1860 Ellison Dr, West Lafayette, IN 47906 • 801-694-5094 • www.linkedin.com/in/jaredt PROFILE • Six years of professional management, marketing, and sales experience EDUCATION Purdue University, Krannert School of Management – West Lafayette, IN Master of Business Administration (MBA) – Marketing, Strategic Management • Graduate Assistant, Burton D. Morgan Center for Entrepreneurship • Dean’s List, Academic Honors University of Utah – Salt Lake City, UT Bachelor of Science, Economics; Minor, International Relations

May 2009

May 2005

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE MEGA Life and Health – Salt Lake City, UT Health Insurance Specialist • Developed new sales tactics and strategies for divisional office agents • Experienced in professional business-to-business sales • Taught “Health Insurance and America’s Healthcare Crisis” at a local private college

2005-2007

Schmidt & Saville Schmidt & Saville is a partnership that encompasses both Final Touch and BrideAccess.com BrideAccess.com – Salt Lake City , UT Acquired in 2003 in start-up phase, BrideAccess.com quickly became the #1 advertising agency in Utah for wedding services, representing over 120 clients. Advertising medium consists of a weekly TV show, website, and a wedding scrapbook planner. Account Executive (2004-2005) • Conducted quantitative analyses of consumer and market trends and benchmarked company progress • Consulted clients on strategic growth opportunities and brand image • Presented in multiple seminars to industry professionals and entrepreneurs • Produced, directed, and starred in the company’s two highest rated TV shows

2001-2005

Final Touch – Salt Lake City, UT Started in 1989, Final Touch is a media production company that specializes in consumer, commercial, event, sports, concert, and TV productions. General Manager (2003-2004) • Identified new growth opportunities in the industry and pursued new branches of the business • Designed an advertising campaign to develop the company’s brand image and differentiate it from new competitors in the market • Increased operating efficiency, decreased project lead time, and increased customer satisfaction • Decreased accounts receivable outstanding by 50% and boosted cash flow by 30% Associate Producer (2001-2003) • Thrived in a fast paced, deadline oriented, and demanding environment • Learned to create high quality work in a team environment and think quickly under pressure • Highly proficient with Adobe Premier, After Effects, and Photoshop LEADERSHIP Krannert Graduate Student Association President First Year Representative Sigma Gamma Chi (ΣΓΧ) ΣΓΧ) – Salt Lake City, UT Alumni Chairman – ΣΓΧ Inter-Chapter Executive Council Rush Chairman – ΣΓΧ Inter-Chapter Executive Council President – ΣΓΧ Beta Chapter

2008-Present 2007-2008 2004-2005 2003-2004 2002-2003

SERVICE The Church Of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Church Service Missionary – Birmingham, England

1999-2001

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JASEN M SCHROCK 306 W Elm • Urbana, IL 61801 • (773) 805-7432 • [email protected] EDUCATION UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS MBA, Marketing & General Management Trustees Scholarship MBAA Vice President of Programs (elected) Academic Council (elected) KALAMAZOO COLLEGE BA, Political Science BA, Theater Arts & Communications Henry Brown Community Service Award Academic All American Team – Cross Country Study Abroad – Oaxaca, Mexico – Group Leader

Urbana-Champaign, IL May 2009

Kalamazoo, MI June 1995 June 1995

EXPERIENCE PRUDENTIAL PREFERRED PROPERTIES Chicago, IL Realtor, Residential & Commercial Sales August 2002 - Current • Produced sales volume in 2005 that exceeded $6.1 million • Ranked in Top 10% of sales within Chicago Prudential Network & Top 14% in National Network • Received perfect score from clients - Quality Service Certification program (independent survey) • Closed 65 transactions and over $15 million in sales volume during tenure ENTECH USB Chicago, IL Account Manager September 2000 – May 2002 • Managed all utility accounts for Meijer stores and General Motors Corporation using online tracking and accounting software • Provided direct customer service to clients and vendors • Liaised with offices in the UK and India to maintain 24 hour service to clients • Assisted in developing United States office systems and company methods that are still in place THE BLUES SWINGERS Chicago, IL Lead Singer/Co-Leader October 1997 – November 2001 • Performed as the lead singer and front man for popular nine-piece swing/jump blues ensemble that averaged approximately 120-150 performances a year with crowds as large as 20,000 • Assisted in booking performance dates, arranging travel plans, scheduling rehearsals, writing and arranging repertoire, and promoting live performances and recordings • Released self-produced studio recording that sold 5 thousand copies and was later released and distributed by international record company, Delmark Records ADDITIONAL Member, Chicago Association of Realtors (CAR), Illinois Association of Realtors (IAR) and the National Association of Realtors (NAR), August 2002 - Present Proficient in Microsoft Office

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JASON C. LI EXPERIENCE

June 2005 – July 2007 Wells Fargo – Wholesale Customer Strategies San Francisco, CA Ethnography Project Manager (December 2006 – July 2007) E-Business Consultant (June 2005 – November 2006)  Delivered recommendations resulting in $2 Million+ customer savings and company revenue in play digital media conference University of Cambridge, England M.A. in History, June 2002 • Achieved First class honors (top 10%) and made Scholar of Queens’ College • Chair Contact Charity (benefitting the elderly), reserve Army Officer EXPERIENCE 2006-2007

Amazon.com London, England Online retailer and technology solutions provider to top global retailers Marketing Manager, Amazon Enterprise Sales Europe • Onsite ambassador for Amazon’s multi-million dollar enterprise deal with Marks & Spencer, the 16th largest retailer in the world • Advocated the client’s specific needs within Amazon, and shared Amazon’s best practices within the client. Since launch, online sales are 40% up yearly vs. the previous platform • Tripled revenues from search engine marketing within six months by improved targeting and integrating a superior third party solution.

2005-2006

Product Manager, Amazon.co.uk • Managed books department, including forecasting, price modeling, and analysis of new opportunities. • Increased market segment share two percentage points in one year through more competitive pricing and new initiatives, including selling Magazine subscriptions in the U.K. for the first time. • Led Harry Potter 6 project in the U.K. (lead country internationally), achieving similar sales to Book 5 (-4%) despite increased competition. Led international team of 20 to develop exclusive content for Amazon, which helped differentiate us.

2002-2005

Unilever London, England Brand Manager – Ice Cream and Frozen Food • Extended new foods sub-brand to frozen fish market, including leading concept development, product development, trade sell-ins and marketing of new range. Range success helped beat planned sales volume decline of -9%. • Ran Cambridge campus recruitment, including attraction and selection. Increase number of Cambridge applicants accepted from zero to eight. • Organized and facilitated focus groups to gain or confirm consumer insight.

ADDITIONAL

Languages: Fluent in English; conversational in Italian, Spanish, French. Interests: Skiing; international travel; theatre; career coaching Dual U.S./British nationality

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Idan Geva 605 Ohlone St. Albany, CA 94706 [email protected] (510) 219-9084 EDUCATION

University of California at Berkeley Walter A. Haas School of Business, Master of Business Administration, class of 2009 • Managing partner with Berkeley Solutions Group- a student run consulting firm. Created a business plan for a medical software product • Member of the Haas Tech Club and the Haas Healthcare Club • Co-chair of the Berkeley Business Plan Competition Ben Gurion University, Beer-Sheva, Israel B.S. in Biotechnology Engineering, July 2003 • One year internship with XTL (NASDAQ:XTLB), a biotechnology company developing drugs for Hepatitis C. Worked on up scaling production to a commercial level

EXPERIENCE

2004-2007 Israel

Medical Compression Systems A medical device start-up, leader in non- invasive blood circulation therapy, TASE:MDCL Marketing • Developed new leads and increased local sales by 100% • Led marketing effort in South East Asia resulting in distribution contracts in China and Korea • Implemented our device in the US market; trained physicians and nurses in the Cleveland Clinic and other major hospitals. Trained new sales force • Managed beta site of new versions and translated the data collected to R&D requirements, leading to changes in features and user interface

2005-2007

2003-2004 Israel

Gevram Israel A medical device startup, aimed at improving compliance among chronically ill patients Co-Founder • Conducted a thorough market research for solutions for a problem costing $100B, identified key players and the flaws in their solutions and created the marketing plan • Partnered with a medical device venture group who decided to make Gevram their main project Medlab Medical device distributer- Pacemakers and ICDs Sales Director- World wide outstanding sales trainee, 2004 • Led the implementation of a new technology that transfers data from the patient to the Internet • Created marketing material and trained physicians using the new technology

1993-1997

Israeli Defense Forces Israel Company Commander, Captain- Outstanding Officer, 1996-1997 • Led a division with 20 staff members and 60 soldiers in complex assignments resulting in the nomination of our battalion as best out of 40 battalions in the region

ADDITIONAL

IsrALS- The Israeli ALS research foundation 2005-2007 Marketing Strategy- Volunteer • Raised $1 million in less than a year, 400% improvement compared to previous year • Member of the committee selecting investments; helped launch 10 research projects • Managed contact with government funded incubators resulting in funding for ALS research • Managed the foundation’s branding leading it to be positioned as entrepreneurial and prestige Interests: Travel, hiking, biking, triathlon, rugby (Haas Rugby Team), rock-climbing

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John Denis Woods 2299 Piedmont Ave, Berkeley, CA 94720 | [email protected] | Cell: 510.292.8317 EDUCATION

University of California at Berkeley: Walter A. Haas School of Business Master of Business Administration, May 2009 -

Emphasis in Sales; Technology; the Internet & Online Monetization Strategies Relevant courses include Management of Technology; Marketing in Web 2.0; Sales Force Management Co-President of Haas Leadership Club Finalist, Apple Case Competition; Second place Chevron Case Competition MBA consultant advising Walt Disney Internet Group on increasing subscriptions for an online gaming site

University of Lancaster & Universidad Pontificia Comillas (ICADE) 2:1 BBA Honors in European Management with French, June 2002 Two years study at University of Lancaster School of Management (England) Two years study at ICADE Business School, Madrid (Spain) - Emphasis in Marketing & Competitive Strategy - Thesis: “The marketing strategies of airport retailers following the abolition of intra-European Duty Free.” EXPERIENCE 2005-2007

SCHOTT AG Consultant, Corporate Strategic Planning

Mainz, Germany

SCHOTT Asia: Business Development Project Leader, Architecture Division - Led workshop in Singapore and challenged local management’s existing sales goals - Designed new sales model to achieve revised targets - Successfully persuaded Asia President that investment in this model would achieve desired sales increase

Electronic Packaging Business Unit: NAFTA Growth Strategy - Identified and weighed the core competencies of Electronic Packaging in the US - Developed a list of unexplored markets of strategic interest and performed gap analysis - Recommended potential M&A candidates within selected markets to company director

Global Footprint Optimization Projects - Structured the integration of a recently acquired company into SCHOTT NAFTA factory footprint - Drove the initial development of a Solar manufacturing site in Spain and negotiated terms with local businesses - Supported U.S. Fiber Optics division and saved ~$2M p.a. through a new business plan.

Pharmaceutical Packaging Business Unit: Market Study Leader - Led a team to create a market study analyzing potential new businesses for SCHOTT - Presented findings in a strategic roadmap to B.U. management. One opportunity had $20M+ p.a. sales potential

2004-2005

Project Manager, HomeTech Business Unit – Strategic Marketing & New Business Development Led Sales and Marketing effort for SCHOTT’s latest oven door innovation - Awarded SCHOTT R&D Prize 2005 for Best Customer Oriented Innovation - Coordinated sales activities and oversaw strategy implementation that would lead to the sale of 500k units White Goods Branding Project: US Market Expert & Responsible for Strategy Development - Laid out a new strategic framework for US branding efforts and presented to B.U. President of Global Sales

2003-2004

SCHOTT HomeTech North America Louisville, KY, USA $110M+ SCHOTT N.A. White Goods business Marketing Analyst, Graduate Development Program, Sales & Marketing (White Goods)

ADDITIONAL

Languages: Bilingual in Spanish/English; conversational in German and French Training: SCHOTT Leadership Training 2005; SCHOTT Leadership & Team Building 2006 Interests: Golf; Soccer; Squash; Cinema; Career coaching and advising undergraduate students

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JUSTIN PARKER 1385 Shattuck Ave #212, Berkeley, CA 94709 [email protected] :: (310) 980-0494 EDUCATION

University of California at Berkeley, Walter A. Haas School of Business Master of Business Administration Candidate, May 2009
Emphasis in international development and technology
Elected to MBA Association (Student Government) VP of Social
Challenge for Charity (C4C), Board Member
Berkeley Solutions Group Consultant; evaluated market opportunity of new retail distribution channels for a video game company University of Southern California, School of Policy, Planning, and Development Master of Public Policy, May 2006
Emphasis in economic development and public finance
Awarded Dean’s Academic Merit Scholarship
International lab, Rio de Janeiro. 35 student team evaluated transportation planning and redevelopment issues. Presented final recommendations to Rio City Planning Agency. Pepperdine University B.S. Business Administration, April 2002

EXPERIENCE 2006-2007

Epson America, Inc. Long Beach, CA Strategic Planning Analyst
Analyzed product sales and profitability performance, and developed strategic plans for future product offerings and channel placement strategies.
Led comprehensive assessment of Epson’s ongoing promotion strategy and product launch timing. Findings led to changes in the 2008 product launch strategy and redeployment of product promotions.
Researched and evaluated current and future market trends. Made recommendations to modify future product designs to capture emerging opportunities.

. 2005-2006

Connexion by Boeing Irvine, CA Marketing Strategy Analyst and Assistant Product Manager
Led pricing and promotion analysis for the world’s first in-flight Internet service. Developed new pricing options that increased purchases on all airlines by 30%, and created new promotion mixes that improved revenue performance by up to 70% on international routes.
Launched prepaid card program. Managed $400,000 program budget and vendor relationship; developed and executed product strategy; oversaw card design, production, and logistics; designed product functionality requirements.
Defined and oversaw implementation of website content and functionality changes; specific initiatives reduced pricing-related refunds by 65% over five months.
Developed ROI analyses on all pricing and promotion approval requests to the CFO.
Championed pricing and prepaid card technical improvements through software development and implementation.
Led government and executive business jet marketing strategy development; presided over creation of marketing materials; assisted with trade show event strategy and execution.

2003-2005

The Boeing Company Seal Beach, CA Business Career Foundation Rotational Program Completed an intensive two-year leadership development program, with rotations in: Mergers & Acquisitions, Operations, Financial Planning, Accounting, Contracts & Pricing, and Supplier Management.
Elected as program representative. Restructured program assignments to improve participation and workload distribution. Designed and implemented first comprehensive program survey. Represented program at internal and external events.
Completed two supplier negotiations resulting in savings of over $250,000.
Analyzed cash flows and unit operational performance; analyzed financial variances and developed corrective action recommendations.

INTERESTS

International travel (15+ countries), golf (single-digit handicap), tennis, skiing

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LINDSAY E. GRIMM 2710 Le Conte Ave., Unit 1 Berkeley, CA 94709 (917) 647-9054 e-mail: [email protected]

EDUCATION

University of California at Berkeley Walter A. Haas School of Business Master of Business Administration, May 2008 • VP of Alumni, MBA Association (student government) • Spring 2007: International Business Development project (Ashesi University in Accra, Ghana) • Member of Education Club and Net Impact Club • Co-author of case study: "Orpheus: the conductorless orchestra turns 35" Princeton University A.B. in Politics, certificate (minor) in the Political Economy, June 2000 • Senior thesis: "The Goliath Syndrome: U.S. Policy Failures Toward Small, Belligerent Nations" • Co-captain, Princeton Women's Swimming and Diving; Academic All-Ivy; First Team All-Ivy; former school record holder; Class of 1974 Award (for leadership); Friends of Princeton Award (for contribution and improvement)

EXPERIENCE Summer 2007

Amazon.com, Inc. Seattle, WA MBA Intern, Retail Media • Conducted a market segmentation analysis for the company's B2B customers in order to improve targeting by 50% and the current sales process by 50%; the result is estimated to provide $6 million in incremental revenue to the company in 2008. • Mapped the current sales process for the company's B2B customers and developed a new process to capitalize on the benefits of the segmentation analysis and Amazon’s reputation for customer service; developed a new system for B2B customer feedback, including market surveys, focus groups and better contact with the sales team.

2002-2006

Princeton University – Office of Development Assistant Director, Office of Principal Gifts (2004-2006) Analyst, Office of the Vice President for Development (2002-2004)

Princeton, NJ

STRATEGY DEVELOPMENT AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT • Worked with the president, trustees, frontline fundraisers and campus volunteers to develop strategies for the University's highest priority gift discussions and solicitations; helped raise over $45 million for a new residential college on campus, $6 million for two professorships, and three term gifts priced between $500,000 and $1 million each. • Conducted detailed research and analysis on the composition of the Principal Gifts donor pool, each donor's giving capacity and estimated net worth, and specifics of certain complicated gifts and pledges. • Coordinated the process for setting the University's fundraising priorities, including construction projects, academic programs and initiatives, and opportunities in Athletics. CREATIVITY AND COMMUNICATION • Coordinated, planned and managed all aspects of the University president's Development-related activities; drafted her correspondence to the University's top 250 donors. • Communicated extensively with trustees, alumni volunteers and other offices throughout the University to improve and ensure consistency and teamwork across functions. 2000-2001

Lehman Brothers, Inc. New York, NY Investment Banking Analyst, Financial Sponsors Group • Closed credit facility amendments for Salton, Inc. in September 2000 ($235 million) and Stream International, Inc. in March 2001 ($30 million). Each required extensive interface with our clients' CEOs, CFOs and directors with regard to financial projections, historical performance and logistics. • Initiated year-round targeted recruiting for Princeton University; researched campus organizations and programs to find students with exceptional leadership and character qualifications. Two out of the four students from Princeton hired by Lehman Brothers from the Class of 2001 were products of my recruiting method.

ADDITIONAL • • • •

Board member, East Bay YMCA (2006- ) Board member, Friends of Princeton Swimming (2002-2006) Volunteer assistant coach, Princeton Women's Swimming (2002-2006) Volunteer assistant coach, Wellesley College Swimming (2002)

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Maham Daher 2299 Piedmont Ave MB 555, Berkeley CA 94720 • 617-319-6290 • [email protected] EDUCATION

University of California at Berkeley Master of Business Administration & Master of Public Health, December 2008 • Concentration in Healthcare and Entrepreneurship • 1st Place, 2007 Kellogg Biotech Case Competition • Placed Top 10, 2007 UC Berkeley Business Plan Competition

Berkeley, CA

MIT Sloan School of Management Audited “Economics of the Healthcare Industries”, Spring 2004 Brandeis University B.A. Computer Science and B.A. Economics, cum laude, May 2002

Cambridge, MA Waltham, MA

EXPERIENCE Summer 2007 MCKESSON CORPORATION SAN FRANCISCO, CA Fortune 50 corporation, largest pharmaceutical distributor in North America, revenues of $93B Manager, Global Generics Sourcing Strategy & Business Case Development • Advised McKesson on its strategy for sourcing generic drugs globally. Developed a business case for McKesson’s global sourcing strategy for generic drugs & quantified the significant gross margin savings • Evaluated McKesson’s strategic partnership opportunities with Indian generic drugs suppliers • Identified specific molecules to source and quantified the gross margin savings • Recommended four molecules for McKesson to renegotiate with incumbent suppliers. Renegotiated prices are expected to yield annual savings between $1.3M and $16M Spring 2007 AID NETWORKS BERKELEY, CA Medical device startup based out of Johns Hopkins that produces wireless patient monitoring devices Healthcare & Entrepreneurship • Led a team of MBA consultants to develop a business plan for AID Networks. Collaborated with the CEO and developed a strategy to market AIDN’s patient monitoring device to clinicians, hospitals, and group purchasing organizations 2003-2006

Analysis Group Inc.

Boston, MA

Economic, strategy and healthcare consulting for law firms and Fortune 500 corporations. Senior Analyst (2005-2006)/ Analyst (2003-2004) Leadership •

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Led team of junior analysts to conduct research on drugs used to treat persistent asthma and prepare models to estimate annual healthcare costs of patients with persistent asthma. Supervised analysts to prepare presentations for senior management and pharmaceutical client Co-developed and taught a rigorous five week SAS training program to 38 analysts, managers and vice presidents. This saved the firm $95K per course Actively conducted company presentations and interviews to recruit analysts and associates

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Collaborated with senior management to interview and synthesize input from a variety of executives and managers in the insurance industry. Developed a strategy to evaluate the relative bargaining power of purchasers, brokers and insurance firms involved in a multi billion dollar class action lawsuit Worked with a clinical expert and consultants to develop statistical models to evaluate the cost effectiveness of Sanofi-Aventis’ asthma drug relative to alternative treatments. Presented findings to senior management and client. Generated new business in excess of $1.3M

Analysis and Problem Solving •

Analyzed the market for gastrointestinal drugs. Evaluated factors that caused the decline in sales of a generic drug. Based on the analysis, drafted an expert report to refute a $94M false advertising claim brought against a pharmaceutical client. Courts ultimately dismissed all damages claims asserted against client

ADDITIONAL Select Publications: White, A., Daher, M. Katz, N., “Direct Costs of Opioid Abuse in an Insured Population in the United States,” Journal of Managed Care Pharmacy, 2005. Colice, G., Wu, E., Daher, M., et al., “Healthcare Costs Associated with Persistent Asthma Patients,” Journal of Occupational & Environmental Medicine 2006 Interests: Salsa dancing, skiing, yoga, bicycling, squash, and international travel

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Mariette Fourmeaux du Sartel 3133 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94705 • [email protected] • (415) 310-1292 EDUCATION

Walter Haas School of Business, UC Berkeley, CA Master of Business Administration, May 2008 • Graduate Student Instructor for undergraduate “Principles of Business” course, teaching 70 students • Campus Leadership: Second-year Career Coach; Co-lead for Bioentrepreneurship Forum, Berkeley Energy Resources Collaborative, Graduate Business Conference, Women in Leadership Conference Brown University, Providence, RI Engineering and Economics, May 1999

EXPERIENCE Summer 2007

Abbott Vascular Santa Clara, CA MBA Strategic Planning Intern • Revealed post-merger integration, organizational and process challenges in efficient execution of R&D projects via cross-functional interviews with all company departments and Corporate • Developed immediately implementable solutions to greatest bottlenecks for $300M R&D budget - Proposed new organizational structure and executive compensation scheme - Defined structure of budgeting and management of projects/resources to ensure coordination between over 100 decision-makers across 3 functional groups

2004 – 2006

Mauna Kea Technologies: High-tech medical imaging start-up (growth: 15 to 50 employees) Paris Product Manager for company’s flagship product (fibered microscope) • Launched 9 sub-products, with prices ranging from $6,000 to $180,000, representing 1/3 of revenue over next two years; defined strategy around each product element for entire product line • Established process, turning external user feedback into product development projects and then into finalized products, resulting in $1 million in sales • Coordinated cross-functional teams (R&D, Production, Applications, Marketing, external users and testers) in product development, ‘translating’ between technical and non-technical audiences • Structured and led rapidly growing international Sales & Marketing team (from 0 to 7 people in 5 months), in response to huge need for organization of priorities and tasks • Created and managed internal communication tools such as weekly company-wide “Bring your Brain and Stomach” meetings and monthly “MKT News” newsletter

2002 – 2003

JH Lillian & Co.: Firm specialized in divesting emerging technologies Paris and Frankfurt Associate • Conducted, as right hand of founder, all tasks from technology research to initial deal structuring in sales of innovative R&D projects for 3 European companies (price over $12 million per project)

2001 – 2002

Appellation Imports Washington, DC Independent Consultant • Increased net margins by 32% to bring failing wine import company back to profitability by creating financial modeling tool and inducing dramatic change in employee vision of corporate goals

1999 – 2001

Mitchell Madison Group – marchFIRST New York, Paris and Brussels Consultant, Strategy Practice • Devised new budgeting and prioritization strategy for Euroclear’s annual project selection • Conceived multi-channel strategy for Prudential’s personal financial management offering • Represented firm in post-merger integration committee as one of two chosen Business Analysts

ADDITIONAL Entrepreneurship: Volunteering: Skills / Interests:

Lifelong daily contributor to high-end Napa winery created by my parents – Chateau Potelle – including leading promotion and sale of 1500 cases of my wine, “College Cuvée”, at age 19 Extensive domestic & international experiences including 3 months caring for terminally-ill AIDS victims in Nairobi, Kenya slum (2001) Native French, Conversational Spanish / Culinary exploration, wine tasting, dancing, international travel

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MORGAN K. ECKLES 1800 Spruce Street #301| Berkeley, CA 94709 (617) 529-6776 | [email protected]

EDUCATION

University of California at Berkeley Walter A. Haas School of Business; Master of Business Administration, May 2009 • Elected Vice President of Admissions, MBA Association (Student Government): Partner with Admissions Office to lead outreach efforts to prospective and newly-admitted students • First place, 2007 Elite Eight Brand Management Case Competition Williams College B.A. in Economics, June 2000 • Varsity Women’s Soccer; Varsity Track & Field; Volunteer soccer coach

EXPERIENCE 2006-2007

Circle Company Associates, Inc. Boston, MA Privately-held affinity marketing company providing concierge and experiential services to drive brand loyalty between Fortune 500 clients and their most valuable customers. Product Manager, Dining & Gifts • Evaluated product fulfillment inefficiencies and developed process enhancements, knowledge management tools and training modules to improve internal business performance metrics. Recommendations led to $100,000 annual cost savings. • Established strategic direction for dining program based on demonstrated and anticipated client, customer and internal requirements. Initiatives increased dining access capabilities at top restaurants, resulting in an unprecedented 20% lift in customer satisfaction. • Identified, negotiated and implemented new partnerships within the gifts product vertical to improve fulfillment capabilities, generating $500,000 in partner revenue.

2004-2006

Business & Client Development Manager • Spearheaded the implementation of several rewards and recognition programs for high-profile clients in the wealth management, credit card and private residence club industries including Fidelity, Citigroup and Quintess. • Managed cross-functional teams across Product, Service Delivery, Training and Technology through new program development, launch and daily operations. • Developed and executed customer engagement strategies based on historical data analysis, client business objectives and budget. Initiatives increased program usage 200%. • Analyzed program engagement, customer behavior patterns and marketing response rates to forecast customer usage and assess internal staffing requirements.

2002-2004

Business & Client Development Associate • Co-led implementation for a financial services concierge program and oversaw daily operations following successful launch. Promoted from Business & Client Development Sales Assistant.

2000-2002

Robertson Stephens, Inc. Investment banking subsidiary of FleetBoston Financial.

Boston, MA

Financial Analyst, Mergers & Acquisitions • Executed valuation analyses, financial models and due diligence in conjunction with merger and acquisition opportunities. • Developed presentation books, performed company and industry research and composed strategic rationale for fairness opinions, board meetings and client proposals. ADDITIONAL

Professional Leadership: Ranked a top 5 performer – out of over 500 employees - at Circle Company Associates in 2004 and 2005. Received multiple peer and manager-nominated awards for outstanding leadership, representation of company values and professional accomplishments. Personal Leadership: Current Young Entrepreneurs at Haas college preparation mentor to high school students. Highest individual fundraiser for 2003Boston Marathon charity group. Youth soccer coach. Interests: Running; cycling; food & wine; baking; international and continued learning travel.

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Newton Cheng 146 Cottonwood Ct, Mountain View, CA 94043 ▪ EDUCATION

[email protected] ▪ (650)814-9238

University of California at Berkeley, Walter Haas School of Business Master of Business Administration Candidate, May 2008 • Emphasis in strategy and organizational development • Graduate Student Instructor for MBA Leadership Development Core Class, awarded Outstanding GSI Award (Fall 2007) • Haas MBA Association VP of Social (elected position) University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Jan 2001 • Graduated with honors; Awarded ‘Best Semiconductor Project’ for senior project class (Spring 2000)

EXPERIENCE 2007

Fitness Anywhere Inc. San Francisco, CA Venture funded exercise device manufacturer and education provider Independent Corporate Wellness Consultant • Marketing Research: Conducted surveys of corporate populations to gather information on existing corporate wellness programs. Supplemented this data with secondary research to create report on industry trends and to estimate potential opportunity size. • Marketing Strategy: Created go-to-market strategy consisting of pilot programs, awareness building, and new product positioning. Strategy was based on information collected during marketing research.

2007

BEA Systems San Jose, CA Technology and market leader in systems-oriented architecture (SOA) Organizational Development/Learning and Development Intern • Employee branding: Constructed targeted employee brand proposition using employee survey feedback to increase employee attraction and retention, delivered results to global staffing team. • Data Analytics: Performed statistical analysis on employee data to identify groups that exhibited significant employee satisfaction levels. Developed process for interviewing groups in order to collect potential management best practices with support of HR business partners.

2004-2006

Axis Performance Center Mountain View, CA Venture funded personal fitness training studio targeting high-end clientele Personal Trainer Level II (2004-2006), Personal Trainer Level I (2004), ACE-PT, NASM-PT (2003-2007) • Client Interaction: Developed highly personalized training programs for clients with both short and long term goals based on deep understanding of each client. Clients included high tech senior executives, VC’s, and successful entrepreneurs. • Sales and Customer Service: Increased sessions purchased per week by clients training exclusively with me by 100%. Promoted to Level II within first year of employment because of excellent feedback from customers and team members, new client generation, and >90% client retention rate.

2001-2006

Rambus Inc. Los Altos, CA Leading semiconductor IP firm targeting PC, consumer electronics and networking markets Senior Hardware Engineer (2003-2006), Hardware Engineer (2001-2003) • Leadership: Convinced senior management and design teams to integrate multiple design changes into the company’s two leading product lines. Presented data analysis and project design recommendations to senior managers and engineers on close to 100 occasions. • Project Management: Directed signal integrity data channel simulation efforts for Playstation 3. Negotiated with teams across the company in order to secure necessary manpower and resources. • Employee Benefits: Persuaded management to allocate resources to in-house exercise classes. Developed and taught classes consisting of both exercise and health education. Increased class volume by 4x, with participation from 10% of the company.

ADDITIONAL Activities: Group exercise instructor for Haas Triathlon Club, founder of the Haas Beer Industry Club Interests: Teaching (breakdance, personal training, and group exercise), nutrition, fitness

Haas 2008 Graduate Business Conference

The Global Leader And The Leader Within

NORA TUCKER 1735 Cedar Street, Berkeley, CA 94703 • (510) 684-1660 • [email protected] EDUCATION

UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, Walter A. Haas School of Business Berkeley, CA Master of Business Administration, May 2009 • Elected MBAA VP of Alumni Relations (1 of 13 students serving in the Haas Student Government) • Graduate Student Instructor for 75 student Organizational Leadership and Teamwork course (20+ hours weekly) • Leadership Club; Women in Leadership Club; Global Initiatives Club; Pacific Rim Club • Selected as Business Plan Advisor for PEP (Prison Entrepreneurship Program) UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO, College of Engineering and Applied Sciences Boulder, CO B.S. Chemical Engineering, December 2001 • President, Society of Women Engineers; Vice-President, Omega Chi Epsilon (honor society) • Study abroad at Universidad de Salamanca, Spring 1999

EXPERIENCE 2006 – 2007

NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS 4000+ employee technology firm specializing in virtual instrumentation for test, design, and control applications (worldwide revenues of $660M ) Applications Engineering Department Manager Tokyo, Japan • Managed department personnel and operations, consisting of 34 employees and a $3.5M USD budget. • Led customer service initiative that resulted in a 10% sustained increase in customer satisfaction survey levels. • Analyzed and restructured recruiting tactics to rebuild department and improve hiring conversion ratio (13 new hires, 60% increase in conversion ratio). • Implemented and drove adoption of new knowledge management system. • Drove branch level growth and profitability as one of five senior managers responsible for developing and implementing the business strategy for 150 employee branch operation.

2004 – 2006

Product Marketing Manager Austin, TX • Led team of specialists, defined product specifications, and created marketing collateral for flagship software product launch. • Received department wide “Marketing Excellence Award” for contributions (top 5%). • Achieved 20% unit growth of $50M software product line by building client relationships and developing sales engineer training. • Designed and launched innovative online software evaluation tool, driving 1200+ monthly visitors to the site and exceeding website traffic expectations by 2x. • Forecasted software product revenue using historical data and industry trends to accurately predict product growth. • Initiated and managed strategic partnerships with seven industrial hardware vendors to grow new handheld software product line.

2002 – 2004

Engineering Leadership Program Team Manager Austin, TX • Managed team of 13 senior applications engineers in assisting strategic clients and closing high-revenue opportunities. • Lobbied for and led inaugural movement to attract female engineers. Managed participation in Society of Women Engineers National Conference, leading team of four in five conference sessions. • Selected to lead recruiting efforts at three Colorado universities, resulting in over 15 employee hires.

ADDITIONAL Professional: • President, “NI Speechmeisters” Toastmasters International Club, 2002 – 2006 Led club achievement of “President’s Distinguished” status (highest club award) Publications: Using PDAs and Wireless Technology in Remote Machine Monitoring, Real-Time Computing Magazine, September 2005, Cover Article Languages: • Conversational Japanese and Spanish skills (both written and oral). • Successful completion of Level 4 Japanese Language Proficiency Exam, December 2006 Interests: Running; cycling; international travel (38+ countries); leisure reading; snowboarding

Haas 2008 Graduate Business Conference

The Global Leader And The Leader Within

OMAR GARRIOTT 1623 Bonita Avenue · Berkeley, CA 94709 · (202) 607-0904 · [email protected] EDUCATION

University of California at Berkeley Walter A. Haas School of Business; MBA Candidate, May 2009 • Meckfessel Award for commitment to public service and overcoming personal hardship • Student Government, VP of Community (elected); Leadership Class Rep.; Haas Student Blogger • Global Social Venture Competition, Development Co-Chair; Marketing and Consulting Clubs

University of Virginia B.S. in Commerce with Distinction (Marketing and Management concentrations), May 2002 • 3.9 cumulative GPA; Dean’s List for Distinguished Students each semester enrolled • Beta Gamma Sigma; business school Social Chair; Jefferson Literary & Debate Society EXPERIENCE 2006-2007

Porter Novelli, Global marketing and public relations firm Washington, D.C. Account Executive, Health and Social Marketing • Coordinated strategic marketing campaigns and media relations for clients Johnson & Johnson, Pfizer Consumer Healthcare, American Cancer Society, NASD, and Medicare. • Directed national launch of partnership between two J&J brands and Reading is Fundamental, resulting in several million impressions. Managed $50K budget and client relationship. • Managed global team of 10+ on pro-bono account International Youth Foundation. Initiated new web strategy (ultimately implemented). Designed and led highly-rated seminars on social marketing tenets. Engaged AP to cover client in online spread. Publicly recognized by PN CEO.

2004-2006

College Summit, Award-winning national nonprofit increasing college access Washington, D.C. Senior Coordinator, Marketing Strategy and Public Policy • Launched and oversaw Marketing department; undertook market research and conducted internal capability audit to inform crafting of first-ever strategic marketing plan.

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Developed strategy to leverage House earmarks to more broadly lobby Congress and White House with two-person consultant team; resulted in insertion of language into Higher Ed. Act. Created processes and systems for nascent 4-person team; produced all externalfacing collateral. Managed all website content; wrote Op-Eds; served as PR point person. Helped secure feature coverage in WSJ, Fast Company, USA Today, NPR, and Newsweek, all firsts for organization.

2003-2004

National Grants Coordinator • Spearheaded org.-wide implementation of new CRM tool (Salesforce.com); trained relevant staff. • Managed $7MM in grants; conducted funder research, wrote proposals and developed budgets.

2002-2003 Washington, D.C.

Teach for America Licensed Third-Grade Classroom Teacher; Fletcher-Johnson (D.C. public school) • Designed and implemented a standards-based curriculum in all subject areas.

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Nominated by principal for D.C. new teacher of the year; selected among hundreds as Finalist by district. Wrote 2 Op-Eds on education policy published in The Washington Post (2/04 and 5/06).

Civic Engagement • • •

Current Board Member of Craigslist Foundation, Challenge for Charity, and The Alumni Network. Blogger, 2008 Skoll World Forum (Oxford, England), global gathering of social entrepreneurs Coalition-Building Fellow (part-time internship, spring 2008), America Forward (New Profit, Inc. initiative to elevate awareness of social entrepreneurs in the political discourse and mass media)

Additional Work Experience: Internships: Equities Research, Sales & Trading, UBS (2001); Direct Marketing, AOL (1999 and 2000). Jobs: Founder, Public Interest Program at McIntire (connects UVA business students with nonprofits; 20+ students impacted); Reporter, Major League Soccer. Additional Education: Executive Nonprofit Management Certificate, Georgetown University; The Washington Campus (Haas delegation sent to D.C. to discuss the role of business in public policy). OTTO ABASI WILLIAMS

Haas 2008 Graduate Business Conference

The Global Leader And The Leader Within

980 Ohlone Ave. #989 • Albany, CA 94706 • (310) 567-4407 • [email protected] EDUCATION

University of California at Berkeley Master of Business Administration, Walter A. Haas School of Business, May 2008 • VP Diversity, MBA Association (student government) • MBA Chair 3rd Annual Diversity Conference • 1st Place and People’s Choice Award Winner, 2007 Berkeley Business Plan Competition • Co-President Haas Leadership Club • Co-founder Haas Public Speaking/Debate Forum • Completed "Training The Street" workshop on corporate valuation techniques • Member, Finance Club California State University, Long Beach, CA Bachelor of Science, Computer Engineering, December 2002 • National Science Foundation (NSF) Scholar • Member, Golden Key International Honor Society

EXPERIENCE Summer 2007

PricewaterhouseCoopers San Jose, CA Merger Integration Advisory Services Senior Associate • Advised a multi-billion dollar technology company on post merger integration of its $1.5B international acquisition. Performed enterprise data mapping of target and client’s chart of accounts; successfully integrated both finance organizations and captured synergies of combined systems and processes. • Researched and analyzed over $700B in California M&A transactions; identified industry consolidation trends and areas of opportunities for PwC’s merger-integration practice and presented findings to partners. • Designed financial and operational effectiveness processes for a $3B telecommunications spin-off. • Created executive dashboards for recently announced mergers and worked with practice leaders to develop merger-integration project proposals.

2006

Bay Dynamics San Francisco, CA Technology Strategy Consultants IT Asset Management Consultant • Developed and implemented business processes and solutions that reduced clients’ infrastructure maintenance cost by over 30%. Clients included: Fox Network Group, Sempra Energy and Time Warner. • Led consulting engagements, and obtained executive buy-in on the implementation of Asset Management strategies that resulted in Service Level Agreement goals being exceeded by 40%.

2004 - 2006

Threshold Marketing Marina Del Rey, CA Threshold is a Full-Service Digital Marketing Startup Director of Production Leadership and Problem Solving • Led cross-functional team (in-house and offshore in the Ukraine) to develop and implement strategies that reduced turnaround time on client projects by 50%. Exceeded goal by 10%. • Developed proposals, capability presentations, and new business pitches that brought in over $4 million in revenue in less than 2 years. • Executed the Threshold-MAG merger transaction; built valuation models and integrated operations. • Conducted market research and competitive analysis to inform marketing and product launch strategies. • Achieved a 30% reduction in project execution cost and increased overall profit margins by developing project plan forecasts and negotiating freelance contractor rates across multiple projects. • Supervised, mentored, and managed career development of 3 project mangers, 4 engineers and 3 designers. Project Management and Communication • Executed projects with total budgets in excess of $5M. Projects include: website branding & development, interactive media campaigns, and search engine marketing campaigns for large multinational organizations. • Effectively managed client relationships; client satisfaction resulted in repeat business for the company.

2003 - 2004

O’Grady Meyers Consulting Torrance, CA OGM develops online marketing strategies and large scale web initiative for CPG and other clients Senior Developer • Led web development and optimization projects that resulted in increased online sales and brand awareness. • Performed data mining and segmentation analysis; used research data to develop targeted CRM initiatives. • Recruited by former Director to join Threshold and build its Production department.

ADDITIONAL

Languages: Fluent in Yoruba, Ibibio, Hausa; speak basic French; learning Mandarin Chinese Countries Traveled: Nigeria, Benin, Togo, Ghana, Belgium, Germany, France, Mexico Interests: Soccer; Snowboarding; International Travel

Haas 2008 Graduate Business Conference

The Global Leader And The Leader Within

Rachel K. Wolan 886 Euclid Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94708 [email protected] +1 510 325 1215 EDUCATION

University of California at Berkeley Berkeley, CA Walter A. Haas School of Business, Master of Business Administration, May 2009 • Vice President of Student Organizations, MBA Association, Governing Body • Finalist in 2007 Apple Product Strategy Case Competition • International Business Development Program – Tanzania consulting project Northwestern University Evanston, IL Bachelor of Science in Learning and Organizational Change, March 2002 • Concentration in Computer Science • Scholarship abroad in Prague, Czech Republic in Architecture and History

EXPERIENCE Fall 2007

2004 - 2007

Crackle Sausalito, CA Start-up subsidiary of Sony Pictures delivering original online video entertainment • Delivered strategic analysis resulting in launch of 3 new international products Hewlett-Packard Consulting (formerly Knightsbridge Solutions) Chicago, IL Professional services division of HP focused on Information Management Consultant II, Consultant I, Senior Associate Consultant, Associate Consultant Strategy and Business Development • Partnered with senior HP management to define new marketing initiative and overall strategy during acquisition; retained 80% of staff as of 2008 • Directed negotiation process with US Federal Government’s largest health insurer, securing contracts worth $12MM+; managed $20MM account budget • Designed Knowledge Management program for 3,000+ consultants Analysis and Problem Solving • Identified organizational inefficiencies on account leading to savings of $1MM • Architected, developed and deployed SQL and shell scripts that managed 8 disparate sources with voluminous data; saved organization $20MM Leadership and Teamwork • Created and led training for 300+ junior consultants; mentored 3 to promotion • Led code reviews with managers and peers to present and analyze system designs; code design recommendations reduced defect creation rate by 20%

2003-2004

2002-2006

INTERESTS

Aha! Interactive Chicago, IL $2.7MM start-up of on-demand, web enterprise systems for K -12 educators Software Developer • Managed eight person virtual development team; software produced led to 10% reduction of administrative costs for New York City Department of Education • Built custom SQL extract-transform-load tool to import 10,000+ users’ data Greenware International Technology Recycling Chicago, IL Non-profit that addresses social inequity through investments Co-Founder, President • Donated 150+ used-but-serviceable computing units to various non-profits • Strategic advisor for local non-profit; recommendations secured funding source CNET.com writer; Intrepid rock climber, traveler, foodie; Chicago sports fanatic

Haas 2008 Graduate Business Conference

The Global Leader And The Leader Within

RAFAEL SOARES VASCONCELLOS

2630 Cedar St, Berkeley, CA 94708 (510) 367-5337 • [email protected] EDUCATION

University of California at Berkeley

Berkeley, CA

Walter A. Haas School of Business Master of Business Administration Candidate, May 2008 • Haas Leadership Club Co-President and Founder, GSVC Affiliate and Expansion Co-Chair • Graduate Student Instructor: Leadership and Leadership Communication

Fundação Getúlio Vargas

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Escola de Pós Graduação em Economia M.S., Finance and Economics, June 2003

Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

B.S. Production Engineering, December 1998

EXPERIENCE Summer 2007

The Boston Consulting Group

São Paulo, Brazil

Summer Consultant – Strategy • • 2004 – 2006

Performed benchmark and trends research, market analysis and impact assessment for different competitive scenarios in order to build a strategic plan for large telecommunications company. Conducted consumer survey and focus groups, channel assessment and market analysis to redesign business strategy for the mobile telecom division of a large telecom company.

Unibanco – Retail Bank Division

São Paulo, Brazil

Superintendent of Credit Risk (2005-2006), Manager of Credit Risk (2005), Manager of Research and Credit Risk Modeling (2004-2005) Leadership •

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Restructured the Credit Risk Department of Unibanco’s Retail Bank Division. Built vision for the future and led the group towards the vision teaming with peers and direct supervisor.
Hired 35 analysts and 2 managers to align with the new structure. Increased employee satisfaction by 30%, the highest in the institution, and reduced turnover by 50% in one year.
Reduced credit losses by 35% in a one year period. Managed group of 26 people, including managers and analysts, responsible for controlling credit losses, developing decision support systems and optimizing risk-return trade-off.

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In order to maximize profits, managed the design and implementation of credit policies and state of the art risk management tools, including credit and behavior scoring statistical models. Designed and implemented CRM tools for Consumer Division, including client segmentations and life time value models. Reduced consumer attrition and increased direct marketing campaign returns.

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1999 – 2004

Managed a credit portfolio of 1.5 billion dollars and 12 million clients in the credit card, consumer credit and personal loan businesses offered in every state in Brazil. Extensive usage of data and analysis – conducted viability analysis of new businesses and products, developed credit loss forecast models and determined credit losses yearly budget.

Creditec (BBM Bank)

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Manager of Research, Credit Risk and Information Management (2001 – 2004), Analyst of Research, Credit Risk and Information Management (1999 – 2001) • Led innovation and research team. Developed tools for advanced risk management, pricing policies and CRM. Managed a group of 3 analysts. • Developed and implemented statistical credit risk models, information systems and advanced financial analysis for business viability and strategic decisions.

ADDITIONAL Languages: fluent in Portuguese and English. Interests: traveling, music, yoga, soccer, surfing, scuba diving and hiking.

Haas 2008 Graduate Business Conference

The Global Leader And The Leader Within

Sean R. Bornheimer 1331 Arch St. Berkeley, CA 94708 [email protected]::(510)206-8370 Education

University of California at Berkeley Walter A. Haas School of Business Master of Business Administration, May 2009 • Founder and Co-President of the General Management and Strategy Club • Elected MBA Association (Student Government) VP of Careers University of Arizona B.S. in Finance, B.S. in Accounting, December 2001 • Summer Work Experience: IBM, Intuit, St. Jude Medical • University of Arizona Rugby Team

Experience 2005 -2007

2004-2005

Raytheon El Segundo, CA Business Development Manager • Developed business case and strategy for Raytheon´s entry into the cargo aircraft market and convinced senior management to pursue this new market resulting in an investment of $30M. • Successfully negotiated, as a member of a team of 3, an international partnership with EADS (Airbus’s Parent) for the joint pursuit of the $5B+ cargo aircraft market. • Created and executed product development, marketing, pricing, and proposal strategies to support successful placement of Raytheon radar systems into Boeing´s new F-15E aircraft leading to a new $600M business for Raytheon. • Conducted analysis of partnership opportunities and provided recommendations leading to the successful closing of 5 exclusive partnership agreements with companies ranging from Honeywell (digital mapping and GPS) to Rockwell Collins (communication systems) • Led pricing strategy efforts on multiple business pursuits. Built a parametric estimating model to predict the price of competitor aircraft. Presented findings to senior management and recommended levers for reducing our price resulting in a price reduction of 10%. • Worked as part of a global team of 60 individuals from 5 countries, and 7 companies to complete a 500,000 page business proposal. Responsible for communicating our strategy, then synthesizing data from dozens of people and sources into a persuasive proposal. . Senior Strategic Planning Analyst • Executed strategic planning efforts as lead analyst for a $500M business. Developed growth strategies, performed market analysis, and competitive intelligence. • Led the annual strategic plan project resulting in the recommendation of 10 new business opportunities for growth. Findings were presented to the company President and 4 opportunities were selected for company investment. • Performed M&A analysis efforts for a $500M business: Researched acquisition opportunities. Led 2 acquisition pursuits through target identification and initial review and valuation. • Supported the business development executive as his staff executive: requests for information, development of briefing packages, research, and special projects.

2002 – 2004

Financial Leadership Development Program (FLDP) • Completed an intensive 2 year leadership development program including 4 distinct job rotations complemented by bi-monthly leadership training sessions, extensive senior executive interaction, special projects, and cross functional training. • Gained a wide breadth of experience through completion of job assignments in: Financial Planning, Strategic Planning, Internal Audit, and Cost Analysis. • Led internal consulting projects presenting to executives on topics ranging from an analysis of the business jet market to an assessment of Raytheon’s entry into a new shipbuilding market.

Additional

Interests: International Travel (25 countries), Skiing, Rugby, Volleyball, Salsa Dancing (Learning) External Consulting Projects: • Creating a 10 year business plan to support the IPO of an Egyptian sustainable agriculture firm • Consulted to SunPower on strategies to exploit emerging monitoring system technologies

Haas 2008 Graduate Business Conference

The Global Leader And The Leader Within

Haas 2008 Graduate Business Conference

The Global Leader And The Leader Within

Haas 2008 Graduate Business Conference

The Global Leader And The Leader Within

William J. Wright 1331 Arch Street • Berkeley, CA 94708 (310) 430-5867 (mobile) • [email protected] EDUCATION

Berkeley, CA University of California at Berkeley Walter A. Haas School of Business, School of Public Health Master of Business Administration & Master of Public Health Degree Candidate, December 2009 • Haas Merit Scholar - Awarded to less than 10% of the admitted class. • Co-president of the Haas Leadership Club, 50+ member club building leaders at Haas. • Independent Study with Organizational Behavior Professor Elfenbein on Haas Study Groups. Cambridge, MA Harvard University A. B. magna cum laude with highest honors in Biology, June 2003 • Honors thesis: The Genomic Structure of the MHC in the Estuarine Fish: F. heteroclitus

EXPERIENCE 2007

Los Angeles, CA Vascular Management Associates, Incorporated A managed services company for outpatient vascular surgery centers Director of Business Development • Branded the company and first two client clinics as director of a three-member team. Developed new potential clients resulting in the addition of 17 surgeons at one east coast clinic. • Disseminated a private placement memorandum to venture capitalists, providing extensive data on company and clinic operations. Due diligence resulted in three serious investor meetings. • Redefined business plan in conjunction with 5 physicians and nascent 10 person advisory board in response to missing pro forma targets. Effort resulted in a more competitive business model.

2006-2007

Woodland Hills, CA Health Benchmarks, Incorporated A boutique consulting firm measuring risk-adjusted physician quality and cost Consultant • Managed a 10-person, Los Angeles and Beijing-based team through a new product launch. Built a $200,000 online physician comparison tool for 2,000 medical clinics in 3 months. • Developed, sold, and implemented state-of-the-art clinical cost measurement methods resulting in $500,000 additional revenue, 4 abstracts and 1 manuscript and a new business line. • Generated acceptance for new methods. Presented research at national health care conferences and to major stakeholders such as the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). • Directed two top two finishes in new business “bake-offs” between 8+ competitors with large scale, national clients.

2005-2006

Associate Consultant • Built multiple quality-based incentive programs as part of a team of 6, including a program to award $12 million in bonuses to physicians in the southeastern US. • Developed new metrics of physician quality and overhauled existing portfolio of 90 measures. HBI received “preferred vendor” status with the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association as a result.

2003-2004

Los Angeles, CA Brain Research Institute, UCLA Staff Research Associate I • Studied Alzheimer’s disease modeled in Drosophila melanogaster (fruit fly). • Built new lab as the first employee and managed its growth from 2 to 8 members.

ADDITIONAL Leadership • Thirteen years training and teaching Hwa Rang Do. Received “Instructor of the Year” award (2006) at 150-member academy and performed local and international demonstrations. • President and instructor, Harvard Tae Kwon Do team. Volunteer • Interviewer, Harvard admissions (4 years), Represented community on traffic in Los Angeles. Extracurricular • Co-President, Redwoods@Haas. Avid outdoorsman – enjoying hiking, surfing, snowboarding, hunting. Also enjoy reading and Mini Coopers.