Alumni Stories
James Minto
Questrom 2011 | Performer - Feld EntertainmentJames explains that success does not have a single definition, instead it is defined by one’s values and goals. James values the understanding his degree gave him about what drives decisions and impacts a business’s operations as he travels on an international tour performing a Disney show.
Emily Pallotta
Questrom 2010 | Manager, Strategy Consulting - PricewaterhouseCoopersEmily studied Finance and Business law in Questrom and was also a starting player on the Women’s Soccer team. Upon graduation, Emily joined PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) as a strategic consultant, where she has risen through the company’s ranks with exceptional speed and today is a Strategic Consulting Manager
Vishaal Reddy
Questrom 2013 | Director, Marketing & Research - Search IncVishaal always knew that he wanted to work in business, but also that he had always been passionate about performing arts. He pursued those interests while in college, participating in Stage Troupe and BU on Broadway and earning a minor in CFA. After graduating he landed a job with a small start-up company, which allowed him to balance his work with his passions. Today, Vishaal is the Director of Marketing and Research for Search Inc. and is also a working actor
Tara Glick
Questrom 2007 | Corporate Pastry Chef - American CutTara Glick studied law during her time in Questrom and worked in advertising upon graduation. Yet she soon realized that the time she was happiest was when she was baking in her kitchen. She recognized this culinary art as her true passion and made the decision to attend culinary school part time. Today, Tara is Executive Pastry Chef at American Cut in New York City.
Jin Yu Zhou
Questrom & CAS 2011 | MBA Candidate - NYU SternJin studied finance and accounting during his time at BU, with a minor in Chinese. Upon graduation he went on to work in the finance field at Eze Software Group and soon decided to pursue an MBA. He is currently attending NYU Stern as an MBA candidate
Daniel Pearl
Questrom 2008 | Senior Manager, Product Marketing - SimpliVityDaniel understands that a business degree is about more than just your concentration. He graduated with a law concentration because those were the classes he found most engaging, not because he wanted to go to law school. Daniel currently works in the Information Technology industry at a company in Boston.
Arati Sureddi
Questrom 2007 | Founder - Lotus AllianceArati graduated from Boston University Questrom School of Business in 2007 and went on to pursue her passion in the not for profit industry. Since then she has founded her own nonprofit, LOTUS alliance, which addresses human trafficking and forced labor through socially responsible tourism.
Jacquelyn Hodgson
Questrom 2010 | Associate Consultant, Finance – Common ImpactJacquelyn Hodgson spent her time at Boston University balancing her love of community service with her studies as a business major. After graduating, she was able to combine her skills with her passion for service by joining AmeriCorps. Jackie received her MBA at Brandeis and has just accepted a position with a non-profit consulting company.
Daniel Mello
Questrom 2013 | Secondary Educator – Merganthaler Vocational-Technical High SchoolDaniel’s passion for social work began at a young age and has continued to grow since. At BU, he was involved in many socially conscious organizations and as he struggled to find his career path he bounced between majors until he discovered his love of law. Daniel currently works for Teach for America at a school in Baltimore, Maryland and is pursuing a graduate degree at the John Hopkins University School of Education.
Emily Berman
Questrom & CAS 2009 | Lead English TeacherEmily Berman started out in Questrom with her mind set on pursuing consulting, yet quickly discovered her passion for teaching through Teach for America. She was a leading advocate of the foundation during her time at BU and went on to accept a position with the program, loving the challenge of managing a classroom. Today, teaches 4th grade English Immersion
Ryan Impagliazzo
Questrom & CFA 2009 | Arts BostonOne of the biggest parts of being happy is working with people who are passionate and whose company you enjoy