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Since 1931, Berkeley College has prepared generations of leaders to achieve lifelong success in dynamic careers. Alumni enter the workforce with the skills and knowledge to innovate and make an impact in fields like business, finance, technology, fashion, public service, design, healthcare, law, criminal justice, and many more. Established in 2021 in honor of Berkeley College’s 90th anniversary, the Berkeley Proud: Alumni Spotlight project continues to tell the stories and celebrates the achievements of influential graduates. The diverse backgrounds of alumni, coupled with their talents and unique career paths, were enhanced by the education each alumnus received at Berkeley College.

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Linda Lemos

Consultant, Author, Producer, and Podcaster
BS, International Business, 2006 & AAS, Paralegal Studies, 2002

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Danielle O’Neill

Co-Owner, D’s Cozy Kitchen
AAS, Business Administration - Management, 2013

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Vanessa Guzman

Co-Owner, D’s Cozy Kitchen
BFA, Graphic Design, 2022

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Maryann Pagano

CEO, BlackHawk Data LLC
Diploma, Intensive Secretarial Program, 1988

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Jessica Blodgett

Director of People, Culture, and Community, CMMB
BS, International Business, 2015

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WyQuasia King-Thomas

Senior Director of Merchandising/Head of Clothing, Francesca’s Clothing Boutiques
BBA, Fashion Marketing and Management, 2011

Heather Bell

Cristine Aguilar

Human Resources Manager, CBS Sports
BS, Management – Human Resources Management, 2014

Heather Bell

Marianna Lagana Cilauro

Sales Manager, Raphael Makeup Brushes/Max Sauer SAS
AAS, Automated Office Technology, 1986

Alex Ortiz

Alex Ortiz

Bot Lead Specialist, Audible and CEO, AO collectibles LLC
MBA, Management, 2021 & BFA, Graphic Design, 2019

Heather Bell

Janna S. Williams

Police Ambassador, Clayton County Police Department, GA
BS, Justice Studies – Criminal Justice, 2020

Heather Bell

Heather Bell

President and CEO, Orange County Chamber of Commerce
AAS, Business Management – Customer Relations, 1989

Cavesha Rampersad

Cavesha Rampersad

Owner of Mii Sassy LLC
BS, Fashion Merchandising and Management, 2009

Diane Durocher

Diane Durocher

Owner and lead designer of Diane Durocher Interiors
ASID, IIDA, CAPS, CID AAS, Interior Design, 1995

Stella Cicarone

Stella Cicarone

Senior Vice President for Marketing and Public Relations, Marquee Brands
BS, Business Administration - Marketing, 2004 & AAS, E-Business, 2002

Mishell Tavarez

Mishell Tavarez

Pupil Accounting / Procurement Secretary and Budget Manager, New York City Department of Education
MBA, Management, 2021 & BBA, International Business, 2017

Entela Ilirjani

Entela Ilirjani

Substitute Teacher, New York City Department of Education
MBA in Management, Class of 2023 & BBA in Health Services Management, 2020

Sean Smith

Sean Smith

Payroll Clerk, Hoboken Public School District Board of Education
MBA in Management, 2020 & BS in Accounting, 2016

Erick L. Gill

Erick L. Gill

Partner, The Property People Group, Coldwell Banker
MBA in Management, 2022; BBA in General Business, 2020 & AAS in Business Administration – Accounting, 2000

Monica Hayes

Monica Hayes

Logs and Records Manager & U.S. Marine Corps Veteran
MBA in Management, 2021 & BBA, Accounting, 2020

Edwina Kulego

Edwina Kulego

Entrepreneur and VP, International and Business Development, Informa Markets
BBA, International Business, 2011

Jonathan Santiago

Jonathan Santiago

Executive Director of Transition and College Access Centers, NYCDOE
BS, Business Administration – Management, 2005

Sam Ibrahim

Sam Ibrahim

Chief Operating Officer and Co-Founder, Affari Group
AAS, Fashion Merchandising and Management, 2008

Maurice K. Barrett

Maurice K. Barrett

Head Of Partnerships & Community, Stealth Startup
BBA, International Business, 2012

Kallie McGrath

Kallie McGrath

Master of Public Administration Candidate
BBA, Business Administration – Management, 2018

Robert L. Artis

Robert L. Artis

Councilman, Prospect Park, NJ
BBA, Business Administration – Management, 2015

Stephanie Nieves

Stephanie Nieves

Legislative Aide, Newark City Council
BBA, Business Administration – Management, 2015

Kevin Valdez

Kevin Valdez

Senior Manager, Brand Communications & Special Projects, Roc Nation
BBA, International Business, 2006

Lachanee Scott

Lachanee Scott

Juris Doctorate Candidate
BS, Legal Studies, 2018

Cathy Santiago

Cathy Santiago

Payroll and Procurement, NYC Dept. of Education
BBA, General Business, 2008

Troy Scott

Troy Scott

Crisis Counselor & Mentor
BBA, Business Administration – Management, 2011

Chassity Jackson

Chassity Jackson

Fashion Entrepreneur
BBA, Fashion Merchandising and Management, 2020

Brittany Ramsaran

Brittany Ramsaran

Export Logistics Coordinator, D. F. Young
BBA, Business Administration – Management, 2020

Edison Jaquez

Edison Jaquez

Drug and Alcohol Counselor, Motivational Speaker & Author
BBA, Business Administration – Management, 2009

Jessica M. Mahoney

Jessica M. Mahoney, Esq.

Attorney, JM Mahoney Law, PLLC
BS, Justice Studies – Criminal Justice, 2011

Alejandro Guillen

Alejandro Guillen

Footwear and Accessories Designer
BBA, Fashion Merchandising and Management, 2015

Yanique A. Francis

Yanique A. Francis

Director of Partnerships, Teach Upbeat
BBA, Business Administration – Management, 2013

David Brown

David Brown

Transportation Logistics Entrepreneur
MBA, Management, 2021 & BBA, General Business, 2014

Mark Atlan

Mark Atlan

CEO and Founder, ZappCare
BBA, International Business, 2015

Terri Fiori

Terri Fiori

Principal, Fiori Interior Design
AAS, Interior Design, 2001