Senior Financial Analyst, Lockheed Martin
Kristin Anderson
Kristin has built a strong foundation in finance through working in various finance roles since completing her undergraduate degree at Santa Clara University. She is excited to be back in the classroom at Santa Clara, where she will expand her business knowledge and develop the skills to become a successful and influential leader. Kristin looks forward to connecting with prospective students to share her MBA journey.
MBA Student and Finance Intern, Santa Clara University
Shraddha Bhatnagar
Shraddha Bhatnagar is pursuing her MBA in Business Sustainability and Finance at Santa Clara University’s Leavey School of Business. She brings over eight years of global experience in finance and social impact, working with micro-enterprises in India and Kenya as well as global firms like Ernst & Young. Passionate about creating scalable financial solutions, she strives to help organizations grow responsibly and foster meaningful impact.
Relocation Consultant, Relocity
Jason Gao
I’m originally from China and now based in the Bay Area. With a background in global business leadership on the Consulting area, I’m currently pursuing my MBA at Santa Clara University. I’m passionate about cultural exchange, community building, and sharing stories from my travels. As an ambassador, I look forward to connecting with fellow students and supporting our community.
Onsite Global Mobility Consultant, Altair Global
Vickie Guan
I’m a dedicated professional, a hardworking MBA student, and a proud mother of two. With a foundation in sports, I bring a disciplined yet energetic approach to both work and life. My background spans corporate mobility operations and on-site client consulting in the energy and tech industries. Known for being sporty and fun, I enjoy spending time with friends and making a perfect martini to celebrate life’s great moments.
Law Student
Rachel Jeet
Rachel is a JD/MBA candidate whose professional background includes administrative and managerial roles across various sectors. She is eager to gain new perspectives, strengthen her personal development, and create meaningful connections within the Santa Clara community.
Uma Kaipa
Uma is a full-time MBA student at the Leavey School of Business, where she is honing her skills in product management with a dash of marketing tailored to the tech industry. Before diving into business school, she worked as a Computer Vision Engineer at Johns Hopkins University, building on her Master’s in Data Science and Analytics from the University of Oklahoma. Beyond academics and career, Uma enjoys hiking, plays a lot of racquet sports, and loves unwinding with a good novel.
VP of Sales Operations & Client Services, Strad
Jayshil Parikh
Jayshil is a second year evening MBA student and the VP of Sales Operations & Client Services at Strad, an AI-based SaaS platform for family offices & wealth managers. Prior to Strad, Jayshil spent 10 years in Investment Management Consulting and Banking at Loring Ward, Citi & others. In his spare time, he loves to explore California's natural beauty, local gastronomic hotspots, and spend time with family.
Marketing and Membership Manager, Silicon Valley Mathematics Association
Stephanie Terrasas
After 15 years of teaching middle school mathematics, I pivoted into the Evening MBA program at Santa Clara. I currently serve as the Marketing and Membership Manager with the Silicon Valley Mathematics Initiative. In addition, I have experience as a previous small-business owner. I’m passionate about growth, driven by my role as a parent, and committed to setting an example of lifelong learning and resilience.
Relationship Manager AVP, Avidbank
Maribel Wenzinger
I am an MBA candidate at Santa Clara University with over eight years of experience in commercial banking, focusing on credit analysis, portfolio management, and client relationships. I’m passionate about financial literacy, mentoring students, and building strong business connections. At Santa Clara, I serve as Co-President of the Graduate Finance Club and enjoy contributing to student engagement and community initiatives. As an Ambassador, I look forward to connecting with prospective students and sharing how SCU’s collaborative culture has shaped my journey.