Ashlynn Battle ’24, a Maryland Promise Scholar and recipient of the Capital One Scholarship for Transfer Students, has excelled at the University of Maryland Shady Grove. Having just graduated with her undergrad degree, she's continuing with her master’s via the Plus 1 program, driven by her desire to support her family and give back.

Rose Cohen, MBA ’03, credits her Smith MBA for her career success, particularly in leadership and teambuilding. She and her husband endowed a scholarship to help others benefit similarly. Cohen advanced in banking, notably at J.P. Morgan and Citibank, before stepping back to pursue board opportunities.

Elan Mosbacher, a Robert H. Smith School of Business alumnus, pivoted from traditional finance to co-found Pinch, empowering healthcare workers to start side businesses. Emphasizing impact, Mosbacher urges future leaders to give their all in making the world better.

Krupesh Bhat, MBA '05, transformed his frustration during a driver’s license renewal into an entrepreneurial breakthrough, leading to the creation of LegalDesk in 2014. Today, as CEO of SignDesk, he's revolutionizing business documentation in India, honored as a SaaS leader, with over 1500 clients and nearly 450 employees worldwide.

Amiel Sawdaye's remarkable journey from baseball fanatic to World Series-winning executive with the Arizona Diamondbacks is a testament to passion and perseverance. Armed with a degree from the University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business, Sawdaye’s transition from corporate life to MLB success offers valuable lessons for aspiring sports professionals.

Foluké Tuakli ’16, a creative strategist at Meta, embraces life unapologetically after a transformative encounter. Her journey from the University of Maryland's Smith School to shaping industry narratives at Meta highlights her commitment to authenticity and empowerment. Read about how she pioneers storytelling in the digital age.

Caroline Ta ’21, founder of Sweets by Caroline, turns her childhood passion for baking into a thriving career. Through entrepreneurship programs at the University of Maryland, she refines her business skills and wins accolades. Ta emphasizes the importance of leveraging university resources and remains committed to empowering future entrepreneurs.

Maryland football's legacy extends beyond the field, with talent not only in its athletes but also in dedicated staff like Amanda Hilman. Formerly an operations assistant, Hilman's journey led her to internships with both Super Bowl LVIII teams, the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers. Hailing from Smithtown, Long Island, Hilman's passion for athletics began at Maryland University, where she now continues her career as a Baltimore Ravens intern.

Recommendations from friends and growing up in the region helped Marcus De Paula decide on the Smith School for his education. Today De Paula is a multi-disciplinary artist and curator. His sculptures have been exhibited in many places, including a piece built for Burning Man in 2022.

Tony Danko, MBA ’15, has always known he wanted to start his own company. He knew an MBA from the Robert H. Smith School of Business would help him with his dream.