Alumni Spotlight
Since 1931, Berkeley College has prepared generations of leaders to achieve lifelong success in dynamic careers. Alumni enter the workforce with the skills and knowledge to innovate and make an impact in fields like business, finance, technology, fashion, public service, design, healthcare, law, criminal justice, and many more. Established in 2021 in honor of Berkeley College’s 90th anniversary, the Berkeley Proud: Alumni Spotlight project continues to tell the stories and celebrates the achievements of influential graduates. The diverse backgrounds of alumni, coupled with their talents and unique career paths, were enhanced by the education each alumnus received at Berkeley College.
Carlos Figueroa Hercules
Canine Explosive Detection Handler, MSA Security
BS, National Security, Concentration in Intelligence, 2024
Nancy Robles
President, Eastern Funding LLC
AAS, Paralegal Studies, 2000 & BS, Business Administration – Management, 2004
Corrin Martin
Coordinator of Corporate Partnerships for Operations and Events, New York Giants
BS in Business Administration, 2015
Stephanie Santomieri
Staff Nurse, Emergency Department, The Valley Hospital
BS in Nursing, 2023
Anthony Thompson
New York Market President, Yuvo Health
BS in Business Administration – Accounting, 2005
Linda Lemos
Consultant, Author, Producer, and Podcaster
BS, International Business, 2006 & AAS, Paralegal Studies, 2002
Danielle O’Neill
Co-Owner, D’s Cozy Kitchen
AAS, Business Administration - Management, 2013
Vanessa Guzman
Co-Owner, D’s Cozy Kitchen
BFA, Graphic Design, 2022
Maryann Pagano
CEO, BlackHawk Data LLC
Diploma, Intensive Secretarial Program, 1988
Jessica Blodgett
Director of People, Culture, and Community, CMMB
BS, International Business, 2015
WyQuasia King-Thomas
Senior Director of Merchandising/Head of Clothing, Francesca’s Clothing Boutiques
BBA, Fashion Marketing and Management, 2011
Cristine Aguilar
Human Resources Manager, CBS Sports
BS, Management – Human Resources Management, 2014
Marianna Lagana Cilauro
Sales Manager, Raphael Makeup Brushes/Max Sauer SAS
AAS, Automated Office Technology, 1986
Alex Ortiz
Bot Lead Specialist, Audible and CEO, AO collectibles LLC
MBA, Management, 2021 & BFA, Graphic Design, 2019
Janna S. Williams
Police Ambassador, Clayton County Police Department, GA
BS, Justice Studies – Criminal Justice, 2020
Heather Bell
President and CEO, Orange County Chamber of Commerce
AAS, Business Management – Customer Relations, 1989
Cavesha Rampersad
Owner of Mii Sassy LLC
BS, Fashion Merchandising and Management, 2009
Diane Durocher
Owner and lead designer of Diane Durocher Interiors
ASID, IIDA, CAPS, CID AAS, Interior Design, 1995
Stella Cicarone
Senior Vice President for Marketing and Public Relations, Marquee Brands
BS, Business Administration - Marketing, 2004 & AAS, E-Business, 2002
Mishell Tavarez
Pupil Accounting / Procurement Secretary and Budget Manager, New York City Department of Education
MBA, Management, 2021 & BBA, International Business, 2017
Entela Ilirjani
Substitute Teacher, New York City Department of Education
MBA in Management, Class of 2023 & BBA in Health Services Management, 2020
Sean Smith
Payroll Clerk, Hoboken Public School District Board of Education
MBA in Management, 2020 & BS in Accounting, 2016
Erick L. Gill
Partner, The Property People Group, Coldwell Banker
MBA in Management, 2022; BBA in General Business, 2020 & AAS in Business Administration – Accounting, 2000
Monica Hayes
Logs and Records Manager & U.S. Marine Corps Veteran
MBA in Management, 2021 & BBA, Accounting, 2020
Edwina Kulego
Entrepreneur and VP, International and Business Development, Informa Markets
BBA, International Business, 2011
Jonathan Santiago
Executive Director of Transition and College Access Centers, NYCDOE
BS, Business Administration – Management, 2005
Sam Ibrahim
Chief Operating Officer and Co-Founder, Affari Group
AAS, Fashion Merchandising and Management, 2008
Maurice K. Barrett
Head Of Partnerships & Community, Stealth Startup
BBA, International Business, 2012
Kallie McGrath
Master of Public Administration Candidate
BBA, Business Administration – Management, 2018
Robert L. Artis
Councilman, Prospect Park, NJ
BBA, Business Administration – Management, 2015
Stephanie Nieves
Legislative Aide, Newark City Council
BBA, Business Administration – Management, 2015
Kevin Valdez
Senior Manager, Brand Communications & Special Projects, Roc Nation
BBA, International Business, 2006
Lachanee Scott
Juris Doctorate Candidate
BS, Legal Studies, 2018
Cathy Santiago
Payroll and Procurement, NYC Dept. of Education
BBA, General Business, 2008
Troy Scott
Crisis Counselor & Mentor
BBA, Business Administration – Management, 2011
Chassity Jackson
Fashion Entrepreneur
BBA, Fashion Merchandising and Management, 2020
Brittany Ramsaran
Export Logistics Coordinator, D. F. Young
BBA, Business Administration – Management, 2020
Edison Jaquez
Drug and Alcohol Counselor, Motivational Speaker & Author
BBA, Business Administration – Management, 2009
Jessica M. Mahoney, Esq.
Attorney, JM Mahoney Law, PLLC
BS, Justice Studies – Criminal Justice, 2011
Alejandro Guillen
Footwear and Accessories Designer
BBA, Fashion Merchandising and Management, 2015
Yanique A. Francis
Director of Partnerships, Teach Upbeat
BBA, Business Administration – Management, 2013
David Brown
Transportation Logistics Entrepreneur
MBA, Management, 2021 & BBA, General Business, 2014
Mark Atlan
CEO and Founder, ZappCare
BBA, International Business, 2015
Terri Fiori
Principal, Fiori Interior Design
AAS, Interior Design, 2001
The profiles presented are those of the individuals interviewed. The academic achievements and/or employment outcomes described in this profiles are specific to each individual and are not a guarantee of similar results for past or current students. For up-to-date and detailed information, please visit BerkeleyCollege.edu and view our catalogs at BerkeleyCollege.edu/publications.