Strategizing Success: Michael Barbee This Black History Month, we’re shining a light on the achievements within our Walsh College community, showcasing the exceptional results that come from steadfast dedication, the empowerment gained through education, and the clarity of future goals. Our students, alumni, and faculty embody this spirit of excellence, and we celebrate their success,…
Walsh Alumnus: Paul Glantz Paul A. Glantz serves as the President of Proctor Financial, Inc. (“PFI”) and CEO of Troy-Based theater chain Emagine Entertainment, Inc. Since 1989, Glantz has focused his efforts on building entrepreneurial business. Particularly noteworthy have been his accomplishments at PFI, a leading provider of specialized insurance services to mortgage servicers nationwide.…
A Real-World Education Makes a Difference Tax attorney cites importance of Walsh instructors When William R. Connolly starts talking about his favorite professors, lean in. After receiving degrees from four different schools– Holy Cross College (AB), University of Texas (JD), University of Arizona (MBA) and Walsh College (MST) – Connolly knows what he’s talking about.…
Community Partner Beatrice Kelly Turned her Devotion to Community Into a Career Throughout a career in banking that has spanned nearly three decades, Beatrice Kelly (MSM ‘07) has remained staunchly committed to community and financial literacy. Currently, Kelly serves as Senior Vice President and Director of Community Development Lending for Comerica Bank. “Our goal is…
Up to the Challenge Work Ethic, and Business Acumen Drive Path to Leadership From corporate boardrooms to the legislative general assembly floor, Deanna Hamilton has had plenty of opportunities to display her skills as a transformational leader and change agent. She’s earned honors such as being named one of Diversity Magazine’s Top 50 Under 50…
Manufacturing: Problem-Solver David Share Director of Operations, PCS Co. Master of Science in Management, ’94 From the time David Cher joined Rochester Hills-based heavy equipment manufacturer Avon Gear in 1998 until he completed a seven-year run as the company’s president in 2015, the company’s annual revenue swelled dramatically from $5 million to over $50…
CHANGING THE WAY WE THINK ABOUT COLLEGE Going back to college is a big step, especially when you have a lot of responsibilities on your plate. The fear of not being able to balance work, family, and school can deter people from pursuing higher education. But, the story of Akash Ahuja, a physical therapist who…
Thought Leader Goes All In For-Impact In 2022, TeQuion Brookins (MBA & MSF ’18) decided to go “All In” when it came to magnifying her consulting firm and social enterprises. After stewarding more than $60,000,000 in grants in less than 10 years during her tenure at the McGregor fund, she has decided to focus in…
FOLLOWING THE PROCESS: REACHING MY FORTUNE 500 GOAL Walsh alumna, Kimberly Busby (BBA ’14), set a specific goal for herself and wasn’t going to stop until she achieved it. The goal? To work for a Fortune 500 Company in the industry of Strategic Supply Chain. Kimberly knew that the first step in achieving her goal…
Bittersweet After getting fired, Aaron-Michael Eller dug deep and found a blessing in disguise Just moments before he was to coach his daughter’s softball game, Aaron-Michael Eller (BBA ’13; MBA/MSMKT ’21) received a phone call that blindsided him: He was fired from his promising role as a product manager for a global tooling supplier. Gutted…