Connor Martino

Info Systems and Philosophy, Politics, Economics

“The SBLF network provides immense value for everyone involved, I look forward to playing an active role within the SBLF community and adding to the program’s culture of excellence. SBLF has helped push me to do more with my college experience, and I'm excited to do the same for my mentees.”

Campus Involvement: SBLF Advisory Board, StudentU BIG10 Technician

Coral Douglas

Business Management and History, Korean Minor

“I want to be a mentor because I had a great mentor for SBLF. I want to be able to give other students a fun and memorable experience for their first semester. I think coming to college can also be very overwhelming and nerve-wracking, so I want to help the younger cohorts feel as comfortable as possible.”

Campus Involvement: SBLF Advisory Board, Treasurer for Ganji K-pop Dance Club, GGWB Dance Club, Korean language immersion LLC

Hieu Hoang

Supply Chain Management and Information Systems

“I found that by helping others, you get to experience a lot of joy and fulfillment. As an SBLF mentor, I hope to find those moments with my mentees.”

Campus Involvement: International Student Council

Isaac Uva

Accounting, Finance

“I want to be a mentor for SBLF because it was one of my first introductions to Smith and had a major impact on my transition into the business world. As I’ve grown, I’ve realized how important that early guidance was in finding direction. As a mentor, I’m excited to help new students find their direction just as I did.”

Campus Involvement: QUEST Honors, QUEST Social, SBLF Advisory, Consult Your Community

Jamie Bernstein

Marketing

“As I enter my senior year, I’ve noticed how much SBLF has shaped my college experience and opened doors to incredible opportunities. Because of that, I want to give back by mentoring the newest cohort. I hope to help Cohort 5 build a meaningful experience that fosters growth, confidence, and connection.”

Campus Involvement: Strategic Design Fellows Program, CSVC Digital Media and Marketing Lead (starting Chief of Staff position in the Fall), Plus 1 Program for Marketing Analytics

Josh Tepper

Finance

“I chose to be a mentor because of the impact it made for me as a student. SBLF is a competitive program, and the competitions can be challenging. Having a helping hand, both personally and professionally, made a huge difference for me in staying motivated and on the right path to success. I want to be able to do the same for other students. I hope to help them create a valuable SBLF experience that they can carry with them toward their careers.”

Campus Involvement: International Finance and Economics Society, Tau Epsilon Phi

Kerry Techwei

Finance

“I personally believe that mentorship is important towards helping individuals grow in walks of life, because of this, I wanted to pay it forward to a program that saw potential in me. This program helped me reshape the way I think of business and relationships. I believe that SBLF has some of the best and brightest minds that will contribute heavily towards reimagining the world of business. I want to be a mentor that helps them arrive at this goal, providing them with proper connections and information to help them be successful.”

Campus Involvement: National Association of Black Accountants, Smith Business Academy, African Student Association, Smith Ambassador, Phi Chi Theta

Mia Contreras

Accounting and Management

“I want to be there for the new cohort as they start this new chapter of their lives. I also want to give back to the SBLF program for all it's done and taught me!”

Campus Involvement: Accounting and Business Association, International Business Student Organization

Samantha Breymaier

Finance & Accounting

“As a freshman, I was extremely nervous to enter a new environment and start a new phase of my life, but having another student not too far ahead of me who was able to model their success made the transition much less intimidating. I want to pass that experience on to new students who may be feeling the same sense of unease or even just to provide some insight into what their near future may look like. Whether it be providing advice for their consulting projects, choosing classes, looking to get involved, or needing support in their transition to college, I am excited to help students with anything they need.”

Campus Involvement: SBLF Ambassadors team, helping recruit, engage, TA for BMGT220L: Principles of Accounting 1

Sarah Isichei

Information Systems, Pre-Dental Track Pre-Professional Program

“My mentor, Caroline, had a significant impact on my journey to becoming the version of myself. The personalized letter that Caroline wrote me at the end of BMGT162 shifted my perspective on who I am. I never really saw myself as a leader, but Caroline did, and that has given me more confidence in chasing after various opportunities.”

Campus Involvement: Co-President for the Black Business Association, Service Chair for the Black Student Ministries, Club Sports Supervisor, and DIT Student Worker

Stephanie Hernandez

Finance and Accounting

“Through SBLF, I learned how powerful it is when someone believes in your potential, and I want to be that source of support for the next cohort. Mentoring allows me to give back to a community that pushed me to grow and to help new students discover their own “why.””

Campus Involvement: SBLF Advisory Board Co-Chair, Smith Banking Fellows, Dean's High School Outreach and Coordinator, Women's Investing Society, Women's Empowerment Institute

Sydney Geringer

Marketing and Finance

“After my experience in Cohort 3, I knew I wanted to stay involved with SBLF and help support the next group of students coming into the program. I'm excited to mentor incoming students, share what I've learned, and help them get the most out of everything SBLF has to offer!”

Campus Involvement: Marketing Intern with Maryland Athletics, Director of Partnerships for the Maryland Sports Business Conference, Vice President of Finance for Sports Business Society, Stephen M. Schanwald Sports Management Program