VSB 100 STORIES OF IMPACT
Superhero to the Rescue
Dr. Mayank Amin, PharmD,’15 MBA, is a real-life superhero to many, dressing in costume to deliver COVID vaccines to his pharmacy patients.
Supporting International Students
Gloria Angel helped international students stranded at Villanova during the Covid-19 pandemic find success.
Comfortable Footwear
In 2019, Paula Belatti ’14 VSB joined Clove founder Joe Ammon to create a shoe that was custom designed for healthcare workers.
Sustainable Influence
Kathleen Blehl ’18 VSB, embodies the versatility of a VSB education, taking her business acumen and passion for sustainability around the globe.
Linking Service and Business
WATCH Abby Butkus ’10 VSB talk about creating financial service access to lower income people around the world.
Changed for the Better
When Robert Byrnes ’76 VSB is asked why he gives back, he has a simple answer: Villanova changed his life.
Envisioning the Future
Nick Carney ’16 VSB strives to positively impact public health and the arts in Rwanda.
Strength in Numbers
Research into women and labor market issues ultimately inspired Cheryl Carleton to create the Villanova Women’s Professional Network.
A Better World
John Catalano ’14 VSB, ’20 MBA believes in the power of business to address critical issues in the world.
Making her Mark
Lisa Chase ’93 VSB reflects on the education beyond a business degree that Villanova offers.
A Network for Success
WATCH Chidinma Chioke ’21 VSB discuss starting the National Association of Black Accountants chapter at VSB to create a sense of belonging.
Passion to Serve
Linda Coleman ‘78 VSB leads CASA, providing underrepresented students with a sense of belonging and a space for self-realization.
The Science of Ministry
Donald Cook II ‘21 MSCM prayed he’d find the right program to run a successful church. He found it in the Master of Science in Church Management
Supporting Gender Equality
Sue Coté forged a path into leadership in male-dominated fields before creating opportunities at VSB to address gender inequities.
Professional Success
Kai Cunningham ’16 VSB found a top ranked undergraduate business program, mentorship, and a deep love of sports at Villanova
Connection. Belonging. Growth.
Jeanette Ding ’16 VSB, emphasizes how VSB, the faculty, and its opportunities have contributed to her success.
Pathways to Belonging
Laurenlee Dominguez ‘21 VSB she came to Villanova ready to advance inclusion efforts for Latinx students and she did just that.
Purpose Fueled by Friendship
Joseph Donahue ‘35 VSB, and his wife Rita, bonded with Fr. George Riley over the Villanova mission and from that formed a legacy.
An Uncommon Experience
Bill Donnell ‘77 VSB has created a transformative internship experience that sets the standard for all others.
Unparalleled Commitment
Professor Gerald Dougherty, CPA ‘58 VSB taught longer than anyone else at VSB and laid the foundation for thousands of accountants.
Wiping Away COVID
As a brand manager for Lysol Wipes, Chris Duderich ‘09 VSB supported the product and the consumers at their darkest hours.
A Service Mindset
Brendan Dwyer ’14 VSB credits Villanova for helping him develop a global mindset and commitment to service.
Early Stage Impact
Tiffany Flippen ‘09 VSB, along with Nia Cooper ‘07 VSB, put VSB Accounting on the way to greater diversity and inclusion in 2006.
Servant Leader
Chris Gheysens ’93 VSB, President & CEO of Wawa, looks beyond building a culture of convenience to make a difference.
Being Helped, Helping Others
Austin Glass ‘22 VSB finds joy in helping others at Villanova, empowering him to succeed at an internship for a non-profit.
Invested in Learning
Justin and Victoria Gmelich ’90 VSB enabled the creation of a state-of-the-art lab to educate finance leaders for generations to come.
Creative Pursuits
Gabriela Guaracao ’09 VSB credits Villanova with laying the foundation for her success in the fashion industry and her desire to make an impact.
International Expertise
Fernando Guardia ’10 VSB continues to apply the well-rounded skills he learned from VSB to his international business career.
Blueprint for Success
Backed by generous support from Daniel M. DiLella ‘73 VSB, Shawn Howton, PhD laid the foundation for real estate education at VSB.
Creativity and Community
For Christopher Josephs ’17 VSB and Ryan Mazzie ’18 VSB, VSB courses served as inspiration for the social investing app they have created.
Finding the Right Opportunity
Yun Seong Jo brought his background as a Marine Corps Corporal to VSB’s Certificate in Accountancy program.
Changing Kids’ Lives
Chris Jones ‘13 VSB founded a nonprofit that helps underprivileged kids get access to professional entertainment events.
Habitual Service
Ramon Jones ’91 VSB learned at a young age that service and paying it forward defines success more than anything else.
From Tragedy, Light Emerges
Jennifer Kane ’97 VSB was lost tragically on September 11th, 2001. Her family keeps her memory alive by spreading joy to those in need.
Answering the Call
After more than 30 years in asset management, Karen Dunn Kelley ‘82 VSB answered the call to public service.
Groundbreaking Analytics
Jaya Kolhatkar ‘86 MBA has had a significant impact on global companies’ uses of analytics as a graduate of the inaugural MBA class.
First-year Handles Pandemic
Braden Krueger ’24 VSB from Tampa Bay, Fla., founded Germ Buffer, a company that sells reusable sleeves for shopping cart handles.
Spreading KINDness
For John Leahy ‘75 VSB the value of mission-driven organizations goes beyond the profits.
Lasting International Bonds
Robert T. LeClair, PhD spent 30 years at VSB focused on advancing international business scholarship and it will continue for many more.
Creating Cultural Connections
Pin-Pin (Alice) Liao ‘16 VSB launched the Taiwan-American Student Conference (TASC) to foster cultural connections among students.
Destined for Teaching
Wen Mao, PhD, vice dean of VSB, carries on a family legacy in education that’s impacted the lives of countless students.
Lasting Contribution to Education
Michael Mahoney ‘72 VSB recognizes the importance of quality Catholic education and committed to see it prosper at VSB.
Philadelphia’s Poet Laureate
Trapeta B. Mayson ’15 EMBA, a nonprofit leader and a poet with an entrepreneurial mindset blends her experiences to pursue her life’s mission.
The Business of Technology
Scott Megill ’07 EMBA leverages the power of business technology to create a healthier world through precision medicine solutions.
Applying Business to Education
Joe McColgan ’08 EMBA, president of Ss. Neumann Goretti High School in S. Philadelphia, used business principles for better outcomes.
The Impact of Volunteering
Agnes Mukuiya ‘16 VSB finds perspective in helping others, despite the challenges of living 7,000 miles away from home.
A Powerful Legacy
Richard Naclerio ‘54 VSB and his wife Barbara recognized the importance of supporting quality faculty members to help Villanova grow.
Toolkit for Success
Katherine (Gibbs) Parr’s ’01 VSB deep passion for service and desire to make an impact have informed her career choices.
Creating the Right Experience
WATCH Anthony Penna of VSB’s Graduate Business Programs discuss how he helps working professionals grow and find success in higher education.
Pursuit of Knowledge
Helene Purcell’s ’11 VSB undergraduate experiences laid the groundwork for her pursuit of an Economics PhD.
Values and Education
Mark Redmond '79 VSB is the executive director of Spectrum Youth and Family Services, working with at-risk youth in Burlington, Vermont.
Success is a Team Sport
Paul Ridder '00 MBA believes in the power of mentorship to help improve lives individually and on a much larger scale.
Profits for Prosperity
Guelmana Rochelin '03 VSB maximized her Villanova experience before returning to Haiti to help change her homeland’s narrative.
Leading With Purpose
WATCH Joyce E. A. Russell, PhD share how our Augustinian Catholic values help us lead with integrity to make the world a better place.
A Lasting Legacy
Michael Scully ‘70 VSB still cherishes his time at Villanova and continues to give back in very permanent ways.
Paying It Forward
Vidhi Shah '15 VSB believes in helping the next generation of students make the most of Villanova.
The Gift of Warmth
Grace Sica ‘19 MBA created Operation Warm, a nonprofit that manufactures and distributes warm coats to kids in need.
Turning Pride into Purpose
Kevin Tedeschi '71 VSB credits his education for much of his success and gave back to ensure that experience for future generations.
Business and Healthcare
Michael S. Weingarten ‘86 MBA implements business strategies in the healthcare industry to transform the lives of his patients.
The Impact of Service
Aaron Weis '07 EMBA left the private sector to become the CIO for the U.S. Navy, where he’s leading a technology transformation.
A Relationship With Purpose
Valerie Wieman '92 VSB, a partner at PwC, has been an ardent champion for VSB to create an exceptional campus-to-industry connection.
Snarky for a Reason
WATCH Jenni-Lyn Williams describe starting Snarky Tea as an MBA student to make a product and brand that empowers women.
A Vision of Service
Andrea Zinn ’13 VSB knew from a young age that she wanted to pursue a service-oriented education.