Corina Lam, BS Marketing and Communications 2010
Chair
Global Vice President, Sales Partnerships & Channels, Workhuman
Lives in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

• What student organizations, fraternities/sororities and/or sports teams were you a part of at Drexel?
  Drexel Marketing Association
• What's the first word that comes to mind when you think about Drexel?
  Family
• What’s something interesting about you that people would be surprised to know?
  I'm in a published book by a CEO of a large software company.
• Describe yourself in three words.
  Thoughtful, dependable, cheerful
• Why did you decide to become a member of the Alumni Board of Governors?
  I wanted to give back to the community that helped me learn, grow and continue to challenge myself to become better each day.

Bernard F. Greene III, BS Electrical Engineering 1999, MBA Business Administration 2014
Vice Chair
Senior Director, Software Development and Engineering, Comcast
Lives in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

• What student organizations, fraternities/sororities and/or sports teams were you a part of at Drexel?
  NSBE BSU SAFAC Concert Band Jazz Band Pep Band Gospel Choir Resident Assistant Student Support Services Mentor/Tutor
• What's the first word that comes to mind when you think about Drexel?
  Family
• What’s something interesting about you that people would be surprised to know?
  I met my wife at Drexel, on the first day of the fall semester, in the cafeteria at breakfast.
• Describe yourself in three words.
  Passionate, determined, thoughtful
• Why did you decide to become a member of the Alumni Board of Governors?
  I wanted to not only be more informed about University vision and strategy, I wanted to also have an opportunity to communicate that vision to the broader alumni community.

Amish Desai, BS Business Administration 2003
Past Chair
Founder, Red Spruce Capital
Lives in Landenberg, Pennsylvania

Angela Harris, BS Information Systems 2002
Member, Executive Committee
Chair, Scholarship Committee
Senior Product Marketing Manager, Microsoft
Lives in Redmond, Washington

• What student organizations, fraternities/sororities and/or sports teams were you a part of at Drexel?
  National Society of Black Engineers
• What's the first word that comes to mind when you think about Drexel?
  Co-op
• What’s something interesting about you that people would be surprised to know?
  I rappelled 29 stories down an office building in Philadelphia to raise money for charity.
• Describe yourself in three words.
  Driven, giving, authentic
• Why did you decide to become a member of the Alumni Board of Governors?
  To connect with Drexel alumni and give back in the form of time and talent. 

Ashish Joseph, BS Business Administration 2011
Member, Executive Committee
Chair, Grants Committee
Partner, SC Botanicals
he/him/his
Lives in Sicklerville, New Jersey

• What student organizations, fraternities/sororities and/or sports teams were you a part of at Drexel?
  Sigma Beta Rho Variety of Indian Cultural Expressions (VOICE), Drexel Finance Association, Multi-Cultural Greek Council
• What's the first word that comes to mind when you think about Drexel?
  Co-op
• What’s something interesting about you that people would be surprised to know?
  I enjoy riding four-wheelers and dirt bikes.
• Describe yourself in three words.
  Loyal, dedicated, creative
• Why did you decide to become a member of the Alumni Board of Governors?
  I wanted to bring my fellow classmates closer to the University so we could try to re-live those precious moments that we had over a decade ago. 

Hiren Asudani, MBA Business Administration ’94
Chief Executive Officer, Mobile Multiples and Chief Strategy & Innovation Officer, Ushta Te Consultancy Services
Lives in Mumbai, India

• What student organizations, fraternities/sororities and/or sports teams were you a part of at Drexel?
  Graduate Business Association, Student Member - ASQC (American Society for Quality Control)
• What's the first word that comes to mind when you think about Drexel?
  My Guru-kul ("Learning Experience Center where I learned from Subject and Life Gurus")
• What’s something interesting about you that people would be surprised to know?
  I’m known as "coach" by many good friends, I've helped individuals and small businesses to achieve their objectives across quite a few instances. Also, I'm good at making friends and building trusted relationships wherever I go.
• Describe yourself in three words.
  Positive, innovative, giver
• Why did you decide to become a member of the Alumni Board of Governors? 
  I've gained a lot from my education at Drexel, and my experiences here have been very memorable. Serving with the Alumni Board is my way of giving back to this esteemed institution and valued community. I’d like to see Drexel University and our alumni network stronger than ever, and for DU to emerge as a front runner among its peers.

Valerissa Baker, BS Biological Sciences 2015, MPH Health Policy & Management, Global Health 2017
Business Development Manager, World Vision, Inc.
Lives in San Diego, California

• What student organizations, fraternities/sororities and/or sports teams were you a part of at Drexel?
  Minority Associations of Pre-Medical Students (MAPS), Black Student Union (BSU)
• What's the first word that comes to mind when you think about Drexel?
  DRAGON
• What’s something interesting about you that people would be surprised to know?
  I’ve traveled to over 50 countries before age 27.
• Describe yourself in three words.
  Kind, autonomous, cheerful
• Why did you decide to become a member of the Alumni Board of Governors?
  I joined the Alumni Board of Governors to increase its diversity and inclusion of young, Black professionals and to bring new ideas and perspectives for alumni engagement.

Julie Bonner, BS Graphic Design 2001
Director of Communications, FreeFall 5G
Lives in Tucson, Arizona

• What student organizations, fraternities/sororities and/or sports teams were you a part of at Drexel?
  I played singles for the women’s tennis team from 1997 – 2001.
• What's the first word that comes to mind when you think about Drexel?
  Real-world
• What’s something interesting about you that people would be surprised to know?
  Although I have a career in the space industry, I am also a fine artist! I painted and designed an educational set of animal cards for kids.
• Describe yourself in three words.
  Connected, active, creative
• Why did you decide to become a member of the Alumni Board of Governors?
  To grow our Southwest alumni region and create beneficial connections.

Devon Lené Carney, BS Design & Merchandising 2015
Designer, Women's Footwear, Cole Haan
Lives in Jersey City, New Jersey

• What student organizations, fraternities/sororities and/or sports teams were you a part of at Drexel?
  D&M Magazine (now known as Maven), D&M fashion show, Leonard Pearlstein Gallery.
• What's the first word that comes to mind when you think about Drexel?
  Opportunity
• What’s something interesting about you that people would be surprised to know?
  I hiked through Nepal to Everest Base Camp at 17,598 ft (5,364m) elevation.
• Describe yourself in three words.
  Hardworking, resourceful, pragmatic
• Why did you decide to become a member of the Alumni Board of Governors?
  If not for my Drexel University experience, I passionately believe that I would not be as accomplished as I am today. My education shaped and formed me into a leader, and with heartfelt enthusiasm, I am driven to help young individuals come to this same realization and strive to reach their highest potential.

Justin DeAngelis, BS ’96 Mechanical Engineering, MBA Business Administration ’02
Partner, Denham Capital
Lives in Basking Ridge, New Jersey

• What student organizations, fraternities/sororities and/or sports teams were you a part of at Drexel?
  TKE, IFA Board, Student Judicial Board, intramurals
• What's the first word that comes to mind when you think about Drexel?
  Work
• What’s something interesting about you that people would be surprised to know?
  I DJ’d in college
• Describe yourself in three words.
  Kind, loyal, thoughtful
• Why did you decide to become a member of the Alumni Board of Governors?
  To give back to the University that helped mold me.

Patricia Dieter, RN Nursing, HU 1975, BS Physician Assistant, HU 1977
Professor, Duke University
she/her/hers
Lives in Durham, North Carolina

• What's the first word that comes to mind when you think about Drexel?
  Memories
• What’s something interesting about you that people would be surprised to know?
  I was valedictorian of my very, very small high school class.
• Describe yourself in three words.
  Organized, resourceful, generous
• Why did you decide to become a member of the Alumni Board of Governors?
  I had become more and more interested in serving in some capacity, and when the call for a BoG rep from CNHP went out, I put myself in the running!

Fan Feng, BS Finance 2017
Founding Partner, Liberty One Wealth Advisors
Lives in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

• What student organizations, fraternities/sororities and/or sports teams were you a part of at Drexel?
  I have always been an active member in the Drexel community, whether it be serving as a Peer Leader, leading UNIV 101 classes to help new transfer students at LeBow College of Business or being a Peer Coach to help international students at LeBow to adapt and grow. As someone who came from an international background, Drexel was my home and my community.
• What's the first word that comes to mind when you think about Drexel?
  Opportunities
• What’s something interesting about you that people would be surprised to know?
  When I was younger, I was an avid hiker and fisher. I used to spend every weekend in the mountains with my dad and our hiking group back in my hometown in China. I love the mountains.
• Describe yourself in three words.
  Driven, focused and curious
• Why did you decide to become a member of the Alumni Board of Governors?
  I believe in impacts, and I believe that through genuine connections and meaningful conversations, we can create more programming and engagements for Drexel alumni and dragons. I have the vision of creating a more personable and customized mentor-mentee matching mechanism to help students who want to learn about the different career paths available to them.

Geoff Howland, BS Mechanical Engineering 1976, MS Engineering Management 1983
Retired Dual Career Executive, Manufacturing/Energy
Lives in Middletown, Delaware

• What student organizations, fraternities/sororities and/or sports teams were you a part of at Drexel?  Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity and Drexel Dragons Men's Basketball
• What's the first word that comes to mind when you think about Drexel?
  Achievement
• What’s something interesting about you that people would be surprised to know?
  My very first experience flying was when I flew, alone, from Cleveland to Philadelphia on an Allegheny Airlines late night flight in a propeller driven “airliner” to enroll at Drexel University some 52 years ago.
• Describe yourself in three words.
  Broad, resilient, a team-player
• Why did you decide to become a member of the Alumni Board of Governors?
  Drexel has done a lot for me and has given me a great launching pad for a successful career. My five-year undergraduate experience at Drexel was instrumental in providing life and learning skills that would prove to be critical to an enduring success.  My post graduate experience at Drexel provided that extra career achievement boost.  I am proud to be a Drexel University graduate.  I owe a debt of gratitude for my Drexel experience.  I want to give back to Drexel and its students and continue to associate with other achievement minded leaders.

Jennifer Johnson Kebea, EdD Educational Leadership & Management 2016
President, Campus Philly
Lives in Media, Pennsylvania

• What student organizations, fraternities/sororities and/or sports teams were you a part of at Drexel?
  I was a full-time staff member while I was a doctoral student, so I regularly supported many student organizations. Some of my favorites include Drexel Community Scholars, Lindy Scholars, and Sharing Excess. 
• What's the first word that comes to mind when you think about Drexel?
  Focused
• What’s something interesting about you that people would be surprised to know?
  During my time leading the Lindy Center for Civic Engagement, I spearheaded the launch of CIVC101, Drexel’s introductory civic engagement course for first-year students. To date, over 30,000 students have taken the 1-credit course.
• Describe yourself in three words.
  Connector, unflappable, kind
• Why did you decide to become a member of the Alumni Board of Governors?
  To give back to the university that afforded me such incredible opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Orcel Kounga, BS General Engineering 2017
Co-chair, Recent Alumni and Student Committee
Director of Admissions and Student Affairs, Drexel University College of Medicine
he/him/his
Lives in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

• What student organizations, fraternities/sororities and/or sports teams were you a part of at Drexel?
  Phi Kappa Psi Fraternity (Phi Psi), Interfraternity Council (IFC), Orientation Leader, Community Assistant (University Crossings) Drexel Philanthropy Club, DUSCTeach
• What's the first word that comes to mind when you think about Drexel?
  Time management
• What’s something interesting about you that people would be surprised to know?
  I have traveled for a long time and lived in different countries. Through that I am fluent in 3/5 romance languages.
• Describe yourself in three words.
  Ambitious, creative, dedicated
• Why did you decide to become a member of the Alumni Board of Governors?
  I decided to become a member of the Alumni Board of Governors because being on the Board will hopefully put me in spaces to be able to advocate for the needs of the alumni community. I see my role as a liaison between the University and alumni, specifically our younger alumni. I want to be a diverse face in the crowd and help ensure that alumni can see themselves in this group that is meant to represent them.

Diane Lee, BS Chemical Engineering 1979, MBA Business Administration 1991, DBA 2020
Administrator, Department of Emergency Medicine, Einstein Healthcare Network
Lives in Cheltenham, Pennsylvania

• What's the first word that comes to mind when you think about Drexel?
  Visionary
• What’s something interesting about you that people would be surprised to know?
  I co-authored two research publications addressing the challenges facing a medically underserved population in accessing quality healthcare and self-healthcare management. I'm also a triple Dragon.
• Describe yourself in three words.
  Committed, passionate, resourceful
• Why did you decide to become a member of the Alumni Board of Governors?
  I viewed my participation as an excellent opportunity to engage in supporting leadership and strategic initiatives by utilizing my education and my professional experience to motivate, develop, and cultivate the passion I have for Drexel to current and future alumni in giving back to the University that has opened so many professional doors.

Mare Lucas, BS History/Politics 1988
Co-chair, Dragon Network Committee
Co-founder, Traverse Strategies
Lives in Palo Alto, California

• What student organizations, fraternities/sororities and/or sports teams were you a part of at Drexel?
  WKDU
• What's the first word that comes to mind when you think about Drexel?
  Empowering
• What’s something interesting about you that people would be surprised to know?
  I love to collect hats.
• Describe yourself in three words.
  Driven, empathetic, restless
• Why did you decide to become a member of the Alumni Board of Governors?
  I truly loved my Drexel years. I started life as an engineering major in 1984 and went on co-op. While I loved math and science, co-op helped me know for sure that it wasn't the career I wanted. I also loved Philly and going to college in the city with so many opportunities. I got involved in the Board as I think it's really important to create a wide network to help you reach goals in life - personal and professional - and to give back to other alums as I can.

Jamie McDonald, BS Architectural Engineering 2010, MS Construction Management 2015
Partner, KMC Partners
Lives in Lancaster, Pennsylvania

• What student organizations, fraternities/sororities and/or sports teams were you a part of at Drexel?
  I played on the intermural women’s basketball team.
• What's the first word that comes to mind when you think about Drexel?
  Co-op
• What’s something interesting about you that people would be surprised to know?
  I’m on the Associate Board for Girls on the Run in Lancaster. It is a non-profit I am very passionate about, ask me about it to get involved!
• Describe yourself in three words.
  Adaptive, proactive, entrepreneurial
• Why did you decide to become a member of the Alumni Board of Governors?
  I love any path that keeps me connected to the University and on campus. Both my BS and MS are from Drexel, I adjunct within the Construction Management Department and am an active contractor on campus. Drexel and Philadelphia created the path of entrepreneurship that I am on today. Giving back to the current students and connecting alumni is a great way to give back.

Jessica Nava, BS Business Administration 2000
Chief Growth Officer, The Moxie Exchange
Lives in Canandaigua, New York

• What student organizations, fraternities/sororities and/or sports teams were you a part of at Drexel?
  I was on the women's volleyball and crew teams. I was also a part of the Drexel Marketing Association and president in my last year.
• What's the first word that comes to mind when you think about Drexel?
  Co-op!
• What’s something interesting about you that people would be surprised to know?
  I'm a classical musician. I’ve played the Viola since I was 9.
• Describe yourself in three words.
  Mom, athlete, leader
• Why did you decide to become a member of the Alumni Board of Governors?
  Being a woman in technology is sometimes a lonely journey and I'm passionate about helping other women in technology in sales and/or leadership roles. I truly believe that Drexel was a big reason for my professional success, and I want to support graduating Dragons to learn the lessons I’ve learned along the way so they can see success even more quickly!

Shane Nelson, BS ’16 Psychology
Support Coach, Center for Male Engagement at the Community College of Philadelphia; Managing Partner and CEO, Reify Solutions LLC
Lives in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

• What student organizations, fraternities/sororities and/or sports teams were you a part of at Drexel? Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. - Psi Chapter, Multicultural Greek Council, Leadership Consultant in the Student Activities Office, Psi Chi Honors Society, Phi Eta Sigma Honors Society, Global Student Advisors (international co-op students), Lindy Scholars Program
• What's the first word that comes to mind when you think about Drexel? Balance - you need a whole ton of it during the ten-weeks!
• What’s something interesting about you that people would be surprised to know? I learned how to build a kitchen during the height of lockdown, I'm pretty crafty out of a suit!
• Describe yourself in three words. Joy, harmony, drive
• Why did you decide to become a member of the Alumni Board of Governors? I wanted to maintain the legacy my mom (Palak Raval-Nelson ’02, ’08) started when she served and add my expertise in taking ideas to action in a sustainable way.

Drew O'Neill, BS Accounting & Finance 1992
Cybersecurity Advisor, Crosslake Technologies
Lives in Lafayette Hill, Pennsylvania

• What student organizations, fraternities/sororities and/or sports teams were you a part of at Drexel?
  Golf Team (4 years, Captain 1992), Lexerd (photographer and editor of yearbook), Volunteer Income Tax Prep (VITA) program for senior citizens, Accounting Society, Finance Society, volunteer at Ronald McDonald House
• What's the first word that comes to mind when you think about Drexel?
  Friendships
• What’s something interesting about you that people would be surprised to know? I enjoy the outdoors and most sports. Highlights include hiking trails with our golden retriever and making time to play golf and go skiing with family and friends as much as possible. Something that I miss dearly from the college days is that we used to hang out at the Drexel gym most afternoons and play a few hours of pick-up basketball games, with a few Drexel professors playing too. It was great camaraderie. 
• Describe yourself in three words.
  Thoughtful, creative, passionate
• Why did you decide to become a member of the Alumni Board of Governors?
  I have volunteered on committees of several non-profit organizations over the years and have helped organize and manage events including fundraising. I would like to leverage my past experiences to develop new events with a focus on re-engaging Drexel alumni.

Aubrey Reichard-Eline, BS ’99 Design and Merchandising
Director of Corporate and Community Engagement at American Childhood Cancer Organization
Lives in Gillette, New Jersey

• What student organizations, fraternities/sororities and/or sports teams were you a part of at Drexel?
  Drexel Cheerleading
• What's the first word that comes to mind when you think about Drexel?
  Energy
• What’s something interesting about you that people would be surprised to know?
  I run a pediatric cancer charity with my daughter.
• Describe yourself in three words.
  Cheerful, responsible, caring
• Why did you decide to become a member of the Alumni Board of Governors?
  I wanted to give back to the Drexel community. It is very important to me to pay it forward. I always say I would choose Drexel again if I had to do it all over. Being a member of the Alumni Board of Governors helps me to stay connected with Drexel.

Sara Schneider, BS Finance and Legal Studies 2009, MBA Organizational Behavior 2010
Co-chair, Dragon Network Committee
Principal, Xplora Search Group
Lives in Bala Cynwyd

• What student organizations, fraternities/sororities and/or sports teams were you a part of at Drexel?
  Women in Entrepreneurship, Chair Drexel Marketing Association, Vice President Drexel Finance Association, Member Kappa Theta Epsilon, Member
• What's the first word that comes to mind when you think about Drexel?
  Inclusive
• What’s something interesting about you that people would be surprised to know?
  I have never eaten red meat...ever.
• Describe yourself in three words.
  Ambitious, opportunistic, goal-oriented
• Why did you decide to become a member of the Alumni Board of Governors?
  I chose to become a member of the Alumni Board of Governors to add value and give back to the University by continuing to help engage alumni and staying involved in furthering the relationships between current students and alumni.

Danielle Schroeder, BS/MS Civil Engineering 2017
Staff Engineer, Gannett Fleming
she/her/hers
Lives in Exton, Pennsylvania

• What student organizations, fraternities/sororities and/or sports teams were you a part of at Drexel?
  Society of Women Engineers (SWE), American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), and Alpha Omega Epsilon. I also loved volunteering for open houses and Admitted Students Days and even was the student speaker for Drexel's Accepted Students Day for the College of Engineering in 2015.
• What's the first word that comes to mind when you think about Drexel?
  Co-op or food trucks (missing those Chicken Satay Tacos from Cucina Zapata)
• What’s something interesting about you that people would be surprised to know?
  I love the performing arts space. I took part in plays and musicals since I was eight years old. Most notably, I was in the play “The King and I” at Plays & Players Theatre which is a local theatre in downtown Philadelphia. “The Last Five Years” is my favorite musical.
• Describe yourself in three words.
  Quirky, passionate, caring
• Why did you decide to become a member of the Alumni Board of Governors?
  I decided to become a member of the Alumni Board of Governors to help shape the alumni experience for Drexel Dragons around the world! As I look back fondly at my time at Drexel, I see how my connections with alumni had a great impact while I was still a student. I now want to pay it forward by giving back to the current students. I look forward to using this role to elevate the stories of my fellow alumni about how they are continuing the “Drexel Difference” as active alumni as well as fostering new connections with alumni I have not met yet.

Natalie Shaak, MS Publication Management 2015, BS Culinary Arts & Science 2022
Associate Director, Communication and Administration, Drexel University Center for Hunger-Free Communities
Lives in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

• What student organizations, fraternities/sororities and/or sports teams were you a part of at Drexel?
  I was a part of Drexel Edits during my publishing master’s program and the Drexel Hospitality Society and Drexel Food Lab during my culinary program. I am also a member of Delta Zeta Sorority (though I joined at Millersville University).
• What's the first word that comes to mind when you think about Drexel?
  Philadelphia
• What’s something interesting about you that people would be surprised to know?
  I am currently working on writing a cookbook based on my Pennsylvania Dutch heritage – a project I started in my culinary senior design class.
• Describe yourself in three words.
  Dependable, curious, compassionate
• Why did you decide to become a member of the Alumni Board of Governors?
  I have been a part of the Drexel community for 13 years as a student and staff member. I really want to give back and ensure current and future students continue to have the unique Drexel experience - one that centers on experiential learning, diversity, and community engagement. I also wanted to be able to represent the perspectives of students and alumni from both of my academic programs.

Nick Thompson, MPH Health Management and Policy 2015
IT Project Manager, Robert Wood Johnson Barnabus Health
he/him/his
Lives in Wyncote, Pennsylvania

• What student organizations, fraternities/sororities and/or sports teams were you a part of at Drexel?
  Student Government Organization for the School of Public Health, and Graduate Student Association Executive Committee
• What's the first word that comes to mind when you think about Drexel?
  Innovative
• What’s something interesting about you that people would be surprised to know?
  I have more than 100 plants in my home
• Describe yourself in three words.
  Motivated, organized, leader
• Why did you decide to become a member of the Alumni Board of Governors?
  To make Drexel an even more welcoming and engaging place for students and alumni alike.

Karla Trotman, MBA Business Administration 2015
President and CEO, Electro Soft, Inc.
she/her/hers
Lives in Ambler, Pennsylvania

• What's the first word that comes to mind when you think about Drexel?
  My Mergers and Acquisitions class during which I formulated a strategy to start acquiring companies to grow my business.
• What’s something interesting about you that people would be surprised to know?
  I am the second-generation owner of my family's electronics engineering and manufacturing company.
• Describe yourself in three words.
  Witty, business-minded, direct
• Why did you decide to become a member of the Alumni Board of Governors?
  I loved the fact that the Board was looking to diversify and felt called to lend my voice.

Valerie Tutwiler, BS/MS Biomedical Engineering 2013, PhD 2017
Co-chair, Recent Alumni and Student Committee
Assistant Professor, Rutgers University
Lives in Basking Ridge, New Jersey

• What student organizations, fraternities/sororities and/or sports teams were you a part of at Drexel?
  Ambassadors, Phi Sigma Pi
• What's the first word that comes to mind when you think about Drexel?
  Ambition
• What’s something interesting about you that people would be surprised to know?
  I love to bake.
• Describe yourself in three words.
  Caring, driven, creative
• Why did you decide to become a member of the Alumni Board of Governors?
  I wanted to give back to the Drexel community.

Patrick Williams, BS Civil Engineering 2004
Senior Project Manager, Urban Engineers
Lives in Irving, Texas

Christopher Young, BS/MBA Business Administration 2011
Entrepreneur in Residence, Mach49
Lives in Erwinna, Pennsylvania

• What student organizations, fraternities/sororities and/or sports teams were you a part of at Drexel?
  During my time at Drexel, I tried to remain involved in several organizations as well as with sports. I played Drexel Club Soccer, participated in the Drexel Marketing Association and led the Drexel Entrepreneur Association.
• What's the first word that comes to mind when you think about Drexel?
  Self-Motivated
• What’s something interesting about you that people would be surprised to know?
  When my wife and I moved to upper Bucks County, PA, we became more in touch with the outdoors. I took up the enjoyable hobby of making maple syrup in the winters, collecting sap from maple trees and turning it into liquid gold. Not only is it a fun and rewarding process, but who can resist the delightful aroma of maple syrup wafting through the house?
• Describe yourself in three words.
  Adventurous, authentic and ambitious
• Why did you decide to become a member of the Alumni Board of Governors?
  With a wealth of experience in building digital startup companies and a strong entrepreneurial drive, I am excited to join the Alumni Board of Governors. My expertise can help the board effectively engage and connect with alumni worldwide. Witnessing the transformative impact the university has on its students fuels my motivation. As an adjunct professor in entrepreneurship and innovation, I have observed the institution shaping students' futures. I am committed to actively contributing to the university's ongoing success by providing resources, education, and support. I am humbled and enthusiastic about the opportunity to drive the university's continued growth.

Paul Gondek, BS Psychology/Sociology/Anthropology 1974
Adjunct Teaching Professor, Psychology, Drexel University
he/him/his
Lives in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

• What student organizations, fraternities/sororities and/or sports teams were you a part of at Drexel?
  Men's Swim and Dive, Madrigal Singers, Drexel Players, University Chorus
• What's the first word that comes to mind when you think about Drexel?
  Home
• What’s something interesting about you that people would be surprised to know?
  I nearly flunked out at the end of my first quarter.
• Describe yourself in three words.
  Caring, insightful, dedicated
• Why did you decide to become a member of the Alumni Board of Governors?
  To give back to and learn more about the University that set the path for the rest of my life.

Shefali Sharma, BA Marketing/Economics 2012
Senior Strategy Consultant, SAP
Lives in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

• What student organizations, fraternities/sororities and/or sports teams were you a part of at Drexel?
  Drexel SAFAC Drexel Traditions- Homecoming Business Learning Community (BLC) Dean Student Advisory Board
• What's the first word that comes to mind when you think about Drexel?
  Co-Op
• What’s something interesting about you that people would be surprised to know?
  I love to cook Indian Food and create lifestyle and cooking social content
• Describe yourself in three words.
  Dependable, Creative, Driven
• Why did you decide to become a member of the Alumni Board of Governors?
  I wanted students to see the possibilities and resources that Drexel can offer them. I want to help students to have a great experience, like I did, and take advantage of the current opportunities the school provides along with building more programs that will benefit them in the future.

Rich Blumberg, BS Marketing 1984
President, World Sales Solutions, LLC
Lives in Lansdale, Pennsylvania

• What student organizations, fraternities/sororities and/or sports teams were you a part of at Drexel?
  Soccer, Karate, Drexel Triangle, Campus Concerts
• What's the first word that comes to mind when you think about Drexel?
  Dragons
• What’s something interesting about you that people would be surprised to know?
  Learning to play the guitar. Ready to publish a job-seeking book on Amazon, Kindle, Barnes & Nobel in 2021.
• Describe yourself in three words.
  Entrepreneurial, innovative, resilient
• Why did you decide to become a member of the Alumni Board of Governors?
  The Board is a platform to engage alumni and students as well as build meaningful relationships with fellow BOG members, staff, professors and the entire Drexel community. It’s a great opportunity to network and give back!

Maria Mascioli Charlton, MBA Business Administration 1982
CFO Edmar Abrasive Company
Lives in West Chester, Pennsylvania  

Joel B. Cohen, BS Business Administration 1954
President, Allflex Packaging Products, Inc.
Lives in Ambler, Pennsylvania

Susan Daroff, BS Design and Merchandising 1970
Lives in Berywn, Pennsylvania

James B. Dougherty, Jr., BS Accounting 1978, MS Taxation 1981
Attorney at Law, Dougherty Law Offices
Lives in Shamong, New Jersey

Frederick Crotchfelt III, BS Business Administration 1965, MBA 1966
Lives in Oxford, Pennsylvania

Nana Goldberg DeLia, BS Design and Merchandising 1978
President, The Original I. Goldberg
Lives in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

D. Eugene Hamme, BS Business Administration 1962, MBA 1970
Lives in Flat Rock, North Carolina

Paul K. Johnson, BS Marketing 1992, MBA Business Administration 2007
Assistant Professor, Marketing/Management, Montgomery County Community College
Lives in Prospect Park, Pennsylvania

Arnold H. Kaplan, BS Commerce and Engineering 1962
Trustee, Deanne and Arnold Kaplan Foundation
Lives in Bradenton, Florida

Adelina G. Kieffer, BS Economics 1977
Lives in Birdsboro, Pennsylvania

Lawrence Lehmann, BS Civil Engineering 1972
Lives in Red Bank, New Jersey

• What student organizations, fraternities/sororities and/or sports teams were you a part of at Drexel?
  Phi Sigma Kappa Fraternity
• What's the first word that comes to mind when you think about Drexel?
  Co-op
• What’s something interesting about you that people would be surprised to know?
  I have traveled to Australia and New Zealand.
• Describe yourself in three words.
  Left-handed, dedicated, focused
• Why did you decide to become a member of the Alumni Board of Governors?
  To give back to the school in thanks for the education I obtained.

Jeffery Lisinicchia, BS Accounting 1990
Senior Vice President/Divisional Chief Financial Officer Rushmore Home Loans
Lives in Laguna Beach, California

Tony Noce, BS Civil Engineering 1980
President, AMN Development, LLC
Lives in North Wales, Pennsylvania

Christopher Stratakis, BS Business Administration 1951
Senior Partner/Attorney, Poles, Tublin, Stratakis & Gonzalez, LLP
Lives in Greenport, New York

Ira Taffer, BS Chemistry 1979, PhD 1983
Associate Dean, Drexel University, College of Arts and Sciences
Lives in Dresher, Pennsylvania

Lauren Villanueva, BS Corporate Communications 2004, MS Higher Education 2009
Executive Director, Emeritus
Lives in Camillus, New York