Working Professional MBA
Women's MBA Association
Xavier's Women MBA Association aims to inspire, empower and unite women
by providing a forum for support, professional development and camaraderie.
The association provides professional networking and motivating educational
events to further enhance the professional development of the women
in our MBA program. To download membership application click here.
Mission
XWMBAA Mission Statement
The association aims to inspire, empower, and unite women by providing
a forum for support and professional development.
Strategy
To grow the association by developing effective relationships with current
students, alumni, Xavier administration and the corporate community.
Objectives:
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Provide leadership opportunities for XWMBAA members. |
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Support professional growth by providing career enhancement
opportunities for current and potential members. |
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Create a sense of social responsibility by involving members
in serving our local community. |
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Foster personal growth by offering opportunities for MBA students
and alumni to develop relationships with each other. |
BYLAWS: To read our updated bylaws, please click here.
Officers
- President: Pauline Cothran
- Events Co-Chairs: Kate Schardt and Kimberly Vorholt
- Membership Co-Chairs: Paige Kindell and Elena Parthenakis
- Community Relations Co-Chairs: Catherine Soldano-Noble and Kiana Herron
- Communications Co-Chairs: Wendy Teufel and Carrie Tuli
- Professional Development Co-Chairs: Kelly Shue and Allison Nickel
- Faculty Advisor: Sandy
Richtermeyer
- Finance Officer: Paige
Kindell
Officer Biographies
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Wendy Teufel
- Communications Co-Chair
Company/Title: Toyota, Engineering and Manufacturing, Quality Associate
Undergraduate Information: University of Dayton, BS in Chemistry
Xavier MBA Status: Summer 2010, Marketing
Interests: Traveling, Hiking, Running |
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Allison Nickel - Professional Development Co-Chair
Company/Title: Phoenix FORMations, Marketing & Account Manager
Undergraduate Information: Denison University, Major: Sports Management, Minor: Psychology
Xavier MBA Status: Alumnus, May 2008, General Business
Interests: Traveling, Running, Sand Volleyball
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Andrea Dehne - West Chester Program Liaison
Company/Title: Wright Patterson Air Force Base, Contract Negotiator
Undergraduate Information: Wittenberg University, History
Xavier MBA Status: Alumnus May 2009, West Chester
Interests: Scrapbooking, Walking the Dogs, and Traveling |
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Paige Kindell: Membership Co-Chair
Company/Title: Advantage IQ, Director of Client Financial Planning and Energy Analytics
Undergraduate Information: Ohio University, BA in Management, Minor in Management Information Systems
Xavier MBA Status: Alumnus, May 2008, Finance
Interests: Traveling, Volunteering, Hiking
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Pauline Cothran - President
Company/Title: The Nielsen Company, Associate Manager of Client Consulting, BASES Pharmaceutical Practice
Undergraduate Information: Miami University, Management Information Systems
Xavier MBA Status: Alumnus, May 2007, General Business
Interests: Tennis, Riding Horses, Cooking |
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Carrie Tuli - Communications Co-Chair
Company/Title: Kao Brands Company, Buyer/Planner II
Undergraduate Information: Bowling Green State University 2003, BA in Communications
Xavier MBA Status: Alumnus, August 2009, General Business
Interests: Traveling, Cooking, Working Out |
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Catherine Soldano - Community Relations Co-Chair
Company/Title: Medpace, Inc., Executive Director, Global Business Development
Undergraduate Information: Xavier University, BS in Biology
Xavier MBA Status: Alumnus, 2004
Interests: My two kids Sean (14) and Aidan (6), Marathon Running, and Italian Cooking |
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Danielle Lesch - GE Program Liaison
Company/Title: GE Aviation, Design Engineer
Undergraduate Information: West Virginia University, BS Aerospace Engineering & BS Mechanical Engineering
Xavier MBA Status: Alumnus, May 2009, International Business
Interests: Golf, Traveling, and my dogs |
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Elena Parthenakis - Membership Co-Chair
Company/Title: Christian Dior, Sales Representative
Undergraduate Information: Voronezh State University, Masters of Law, PhD in Law
Xavier MBA Status: Graduating December 2009, General Business
Interests: Pilates/Yoga, Indoor Plants, Traveling |
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Emylene Egusquiza - Membership Committee
Company/Title: Medpace, Senior Project Assistant Business Development
Undergraduate Information: Centro Escolar University, Doctor of Dental Medicine
Xavier MBA Status: Graduating 2011, Marketing concentration
Interests: Traveling, Ballroom dancing, Cooking and Entertaining friends
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Jana Clear - Undergraduate Liaison
Company/Title: Xavier University, Full-Time Student
Undergraduate Information: Xavier University, Marketing, December 2009
Xavier MBA Status: Graduating December 2010, Momentum Program, Marketing
Interests: Philanthropy, Working Out, Traveling |
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Jessica Wagner - Events Committee
Company/Title: Time Warner Cable, Marketing Coordinator
Undergraduate Information: Thomas More College, Business Administration
Xavier MBA Status: Graduating December 2009
Interests: Traveling, Wine, and Salsa |
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Kate Schardt - Events Co-Chair
Company/Title: The Nielsen Company, Associate Manager, Client Consulting
Undergraduate Information: Ohio University, Psychology
Xavier MBA Status: Alumnus May 2009
Interests: Traveling, Reading and Gardening |
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Kelly Shue - Professional Development Co-Chair
Company/Title: The Nielsen Company, Senior Research Analyst
Undergraduate Information: University of Cincinnati, Art History
Xavier MBA Status: Alumnus, May 2008, General Business
Interests: Rock Climbing, Art Museums, Traveling |
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Kiana Herron - Community Relations Co-Chair
Company/Title: Xavier University, Full-Time Student
Undergraduate Information: University of Cincinnati, Accounting and Finance
Xavier MBA Status: Graduating May 2010, Finance
Interests: Traveling, Reading, Spending time with family & friends |
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Kimberly Todd - Community Relations Committee
Company/Title: Comag Marketing Group, Retail Territory Manager
Undergraduate Information: Maryville College, Business and Organization Management
Xavier MBA Status: Graduating December 2010, Non-Profit Concentration
Interests: Traveling, Volunteering, Playing Golf |
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Kimberly Vorholt - Events Co-Chair
Undergraduate Information: Miami University, Marketing, Speech Communications
Xavier: Alumnus, December 2008
Interests: Triathalons, Scrapbooking, and Reading |
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Maria Hughes - Deerfield Program Liaison
Company/Title: Macy's, Inc., Senior Internal Auditor
Undergraduate Information: - Miami University, BS in Accountancy
Xavier MBA Status: - Graduating May 2011
Interests: - Working out, Traveling, Reading |
Events
Current Events
Creating a Personal Brand Through Digital Media
Attend our Personal Brand Workshop, and learn how to use social media to create your own personal brand. Featuring Krista Neher, CEO of Boot Camp Digital.
When: Saturday October 24, 2009 at 10:00 AM
Where: Xavier University, Gallagher Student Center Clock Tower
Learn about the most important brand: YOU! Let the XWMBAA take you through the steps of creating your own personal brand. Learn how to utilize aspects of digital strategy, including: social media, search, blogger outreach, community building, online PR, and more.
Coffee and light refreshments will be provided. This event is open to all members and non-members. For more information or to RSVP for the event, email us at membership_xwmba@xavier.edu.
Past Events
Wine Tasting 
OnSeptember 24, 2009 XWMBAA hosted a winetasting to meet other women MBAs, learn moreabout our plans for theupcoming year, and find out how to get involved in ourorganization.
How to Effectively use LinkedIn and FaceBook to Build Your Network
The XWMBAA was happy to offer our members anopportunity to participate in a webinar hosted by the National Association ofWomen MBAs on how to effectively use LinkedIn and Facebook. The webinar focused on best practices for using the two online tools for building and managing professional networks. To learn more, please click to following for: slides from the presentation and a LinkedIn reference sheet.
Balancing Career and Personal Life: A conversation with Julia Poston
As part of the XWMBAA’s Women Leaders Speaker Series, we were happy to host Julia Poston, Cincinnati Office Managing Partner for E&Y. Julia’s presentation focused on achieving flexibility in the workplace as well as the importance of inclusion to a business’ success. Julia explained that E&Y has performed research that provides a strong business case for inclusion, including diversity of thought, increased employee morale, and higher employee retention.
Panel Discussion for Prospective Women MBA Students
In November, the XWMBAA hosted a panel discussion for prospective women MBA students. The panel consisted of women students, alumni, and faculty. During the discussion, panelists described their experiences as women at Xavier and the unique challenges they faced while working towards their degree.
National Conference
The leadership team of the XWMBAA attended the annual national conference for the National Association of Women MBAs (NAWMBA). This year’s conference was held in Stamford, CT and had the theme “Discover Your Potential.” It featured student and professional tracks. The program included keynote speakers, workshops, breakout sessions, and a lot of time during breaks and lunch to meet and share ideas with fellow professionals.Speakers included Kim Brown, VP of Finance at Walmart, and Janet Gurwitch, founder of Laura Mercier Cosmetics.
Public Speaking Workshop
Jessica Selasky and Dorothy Lynn, the authors of Your Public Speaking Workout, offered participants tips on how to overcome fears and actually enjoy public speaking. Topics included: preparing a presentation, engaging the audience, establishing presence, losing your nervousness, and creating great openers. All attendees also received a copy of Your Public Speaking Workout, complements of the XWMBAA.
Panel Discussion with Successful Local Entrepreneurs
During this workshop, attendees learned how a panel of successful women entrepreneurs made the leap from corporate roles to successful business ownership. Topics included: What type of challenges did they face & how did they navigate them? How did they prepare for the transition? The panelists represented different backgrounds, industries, business types, stages of transition, etc.
Looking and Sounding Professional: The Importance of Visual and Vocal Image on the Job
Sandra Vogel, a professional presenter, teamed up with Rocco Dal Vera, MFA – CCM Faculty Member & Professional Voice Actor, to help attendees become more aware of how to project a professional image. The workshop provided concepts and practical tips for looking AND sounding good on the job.
| Jo Miller presents workshop on becoming more influencial at work. |
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| Leadership Team at National Conference. |
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| Julia Poston presents Balancing Career and Personal Life. |
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| Paige Kindell displays NAWMBA magazine with her picture on cover. |
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