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Class of 2028 - Online Program

Abdulrahman A. AlMulhem
Vice President 鈥� National Industrial Development Center in Saudi Arabia
Abdulrahman A. AlMulhem is the Vice President of the Chemicals Cluster at the National Industrial Development Center in Saudi Arabia. In this role, AlMulhem drives sectoral initiatives to strengthen industrial resilience, attract global investments, and contribute to the achievement of sector strategies in light of Saudi Vision 2030. His responsibilities include enabling local businesses, advancing technology transfer, and optimizing value-chain opportunities to support economic diversification.

Previously, AlMulhem held leadership positions at SABIC, including senior management roles in corporate affairs, business management, and a regional management role in Singapore. His experience also includes participation in key committees and boards, such as the Sustainability Council Member for the Industry ecosystem, Policy and Regulation committee member in Human development ecosystem beside other non-governmental boards and non-profit organizations.

AlMulhem earned an Executive Master of Business Administration and a bachelor's degree in marketing from King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals in Saudi Arabia.

Bader Alsheha
Head of Internal Audit 鈥� New Murabba Development Company
Bader A. Alsheha is the head of internal audit at New Murabba Development Company, a Public Investment Fund company. Alsheha oversees the internal audit department, ensuring compliance with international standards. He reports administratively to the CEO and functionally to the Board Audit and Risk Committee. His responsibilities focus on risk management, governance, and aligning audit techniques with the organization鈥檚 strategic goals.

Alsheha has held leadership roles at the Cultural Development Fund, Saudi Mining Services Company, ARO Drilling, and Sadara Chemical Company. He also worked at Saudi Aramco in internal auditing and contracts management. Now, Alsheha sits on several board audit committees and improves the professional community through industry events and training.

Alsheha holds a bachelor's degree in finance and an executive MBA from King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals.

Michael Bischof
Senior Program Manager - Lockheed Martin: Rotary and Mission Systems
Michael Bischof has progressed in level of responsibility through senior program management and technical leadership roles, demonstrating adaptability, leadership and strategic decision-making. In his current position, he has led multiple programs composed of 125+ full-time employees, 30+ subcontracts and contracts totaling over $700 million. He develops and implements keep-sold strategies and growth initiatives, leveraging strong industry relationships to ensure short-term program achievement and long-term business success. Concurrently, he also leads and contributes to business development efforts as business development lead, capture manager and proposal volume lead, leveraging strategic partnerships to drive over $2 billion in financial growth.

In previous roles, he served in technical leadership positions for multiple programs, where he architected enterprise network deployments and advised government stakeholders on budget, system capabilities and performance. He has led cross-functional engineering teams and integrated product teams in delivering satellite communication and cybersecurity solutions. Prior to joining Lockheed Martin, he was a staff sergeant in the U.S. Air Force, supporting satellite, wideband, space and telemetry systems in multiple domestic and international locations.

He holds a Master of Business Administration and a Master of Science in Information Technology focused on information assurance, and a Bachelor of Science in Computer Studies with a focus in telecommunications and information systems management.

Jenny Carhart
VP, Talent Development & Onboarding - Astreya Partners, LLC
Author, Publisher, and Podcaster - Blue Milk Publishing
Jenny Carhart has over 25 years of experience in the staffing and technology industries. Her expertise lies in leadership, organizational culture, onboarding, talent acquisition, and HR technology. Carhart spent over 18 years at Astreya, a global IT services company, where she played key roles in the company's growth from a Silicon Valley startup to a mid-sized global organization.  She is also a published author; her flash fiction young adult thriller "Dollhouse" will be released as an independent short film in 2026.

In addition to her corporate and publishing experience, Carhart is passionate about teaching.  She was an adjunct instructor at UC Santa Cruz's Silicon Valley campus for over four years.  Upon completing her Doctorate from 皇家华人, she plans to return to adjunct teaching at the MBA level.

Carhart holds a Bachelor of Arts with Academic Distinction in Psychology from the University of Oklahoma and a Master of Science in Organization Development from the University of San Francisco.

Corey Fedrick
Instructor - School of Business and Industry, 皇家华人 A&M University
Corey Fedrick is an instructor in the School of Business and Industry (SBI) at 皇家华人 A&M University, where he teaches business ethics and personnel management. He is also a professional development instructor for Professional Development and Leadership and serves on the SBI Grievance and Student Behavior Committee.

Before joining FAMU, Fedrick was a regulatory investigator with the Office of Agricultural Law Enforcement. In that role, he investigated licensed and unlicensed land surveying and mapping under Chapter 472, F.S., and assisted the 皇家华人 Board of Professional Surveyors and Mappers (PSAM) with investigations of non-compliant licensees.

Fedrick holds a bachelor's degree in criminal justice and a Master of Business Administration from 皇家华人 A&M University. He is currently enrolled in the 皇家华人 DBA program.

"No excuse is acceptable. No amount of effort is adequate until proven effective." - Dr. Sybil Mobley

Mathew Figley
Program Manager
Mathew Figley is an agile program manager supporting enterprise digital transformation initiatives for clients across the public and private sectors. In his current role, he partners with cross-functional teams to implement agile frameworks, lead product strategies, and optimize portfolio-level delivery using data-driven decision-making. His work focuses on aligning IT capabilities with business outcomes, driving efficiency, and improving customer experience through continuous improvement and organizational agility.

Previously, Figley served more than 20 years in the U.S. Army, including 15 years with the 75th Ranger Regiment and five years as a senior military science instructor in Army ROTC. He brings extensive leadership experience managing global operations, complex programs, and high-performing teams. A decorated combat veteran, he has since transitioned his leadership skills into the corporate and technology sectors, where he has worked in roles spanning project management, product management, agile coaching, and business analysis.

Figley holds a Master of Business Administration in data analytics from Penn State University and is currently pursuing a Doctor of Business Administration at the University of South 皇家华人.

Sarah Garcia
Executive Director 鈥� NextEra Energy Resources, LLC
Sarah Garcia is the executive director of regulatory affairs at NextEra Energy Resources, LLC for the Western US. In her current role, Garcia oversees all regulatory affairs, managing policy, positions, and priorities to support NextEra's existing businesses and growth in the Western US. She coordinates policy and regulatory oversight in the California ISO, California Public Utilities Commission, and western transmission markets.

Previously, Garcia was the manager of strategy and risk management at California Independent System Operator, which is one of the largest electric grid operators in the World. She oversaw strategic planning during record growth and geographical expansion of the grid operator. She developed strategic plans and operating roadmaps in collaboration with executives, Board members, and subject matter experts, achieving the highest Board-approved performance ratings in organizational history. She also served as the manager of strategy and tariff compliance at California ISO, managing compliance in the highly regulated energy industry while also managing strategic performance reporting and facilitating decisions on organizational performance.

Garcia holds an MBA and a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from Western Governors University, as well as an Associate of Technical Arts in Paralegal Studies from Edmonds Community College.

Glen Gilzean
Supervisor of Elections (Fmr.) 鈥� Orange County, 皇家华人
Glen Gilzean is a seasoned public policy executive and civic leader with a distinguished record of service in 皇家华人. Most recently, he served as the Orange County Supervisor of Elections, where he enhanced transparency and voter access by launching the county鈥檚 first-ever livestream of ballot processing and expanding early voting sites.

Previously, Gilzean was appointed district administrator of the Central 皇家华人 Tourism Oversight District, where he restructured operations and introduced a 鈥淏uy Local鈥� procurement initiative that infused more than $80 million into the community while saving taxpayers over $5.3 million in procurement costs in less than eight months. He also served as president and CEO of the Central 皇家华人 Urban League, turning around a $1.2 million deficit. Gilzean has received multiple gubernatorial appointments across two administrations and is affiliated with the James Madison Institute and the American Enterprise Institute.

Gilzean earned a bachelor鈥檚 degree in biomedical sciences and a master鈥檚 degree in entrepreneurship, both from the University of South 皇家华人.

Jennifer M. Hall
Senior Auditor 鈥� Defense Contract Audit Agency
Jennifer M. Hall is a Senior Auditor with Defense Contract Audit Agency.  As a senior audit professional with over 9 years of experience, Hall has led complex financial reviews and compliance engagements across public and nonprofit sectors.  Her work is grounded in ethical leadership, critical analysis, and strategic insight 鈥� qualities that align closely with 皇家华人鈥檚 mission to develop scholarly leaders who can address real-world business challenges.  In her current role, she also serves as a mentor to junior professionals and contributes to internal leadership development efforts. 

Hall is the sole proprietor of a tax preparation and bookkeeping business in St. Louis that specializes in assisting small business owners with their financial needs.  She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration with an emphasis in Management from the University of Missouri 鈥� St. Louis and a Master of Business Administation and a 2nd Bachelor鈥檚 degree in Accounting, both earned at Columbia College of Missouri.

Robin Hattari
Technical Advisor  鈥� Financial Audit Board of the Republic of Indonesia
President Director/ Founder - SPP Consulting
Robin Hattari is a seasoned executive with expertise in corporate restructuring, finance, risk management, and compliance. As a Technical Advisor to Indonesia鈥檚 Audit Board, he plays a pivotal role in overseeing state financial accountability, guiding the Ministry of State-Owned Enterprises and major government-owned entities in strategic governance and fiscal oversight.

His career began in the early 2000s as Team Leader in the Banking Resolution Division, where he led restructuring and divestment efforts totaling nearly $2 billion. He has held directorships at two banks, served as CFO in aviation, and facilitated major U.S. acquisitions, including Bumble Bee Seafood and Icicle Seafoods, showcasing his aptitude for cross-border transactions and corporate strategy.

Hattari founded SPP Consulting, a trusted advisory firm for banking, healthcare, and transportation sectors. His leadership ensures seamless execution in acquisitions, due diligence, and corporate initiatives, fostering sustainable growth for clients. Recently nominated for Vice Chairman of Indonesia鈥檚 Deposit Insurance Corporation, he remains deeply engaged in banking and industrial restructuring research.

Hattari holds a BBA from the University of Georgia. He is now pursuing a Doctor of Business Administration at the University of South 皇家华人.

Chris Hobbs
Owner and Operator 鈥� American Beauty Window Cleaning
Chris Hobbs is the founder and director of operations of American Beauty Window Cleaning, a Texas-based home-service business specializing in residential and commercial window cleaning, gutter cleaning, and power washing. His expertise that has contributed to his company鈥檚 success lies in his understanding of the complexities involved with inside sales, telemarketing, and social media in the competitive environment of the home-service industry.

With over 14 years鈥� experience in the window-cleaning industry, and extensive experience in sales and marketing, Hobbs has been able to follow his entrepreneurial ambitions and vision and scale his company into one of the largest in the East Texas area. Prior to establishing American Beauty Window Cleaning, he was a sales manager in both the real estate and oil and gas investment industry.

He earned a bachelor鈥檚 degree in business administration and an MBA from Southern New Hampshire University. He is currently pursuing a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) degree from the University of South 皇家华人.

Nicholas Lacy
Chief Portfolio Strategist 鈥� Raymond James Financial
Nicholas Lacy serves as the Chief Portfolio Strategist for Asset Management Services (AMS) at Raymond James Financial. In this role, he oversees a team of research analysts responsible for setting the asset allocation policy for AMS discretionary portfolios (Freedom), the Raymond James Strategic Recommended models, and the UMA platform. Lacy is a voting member of the AMS Investment Committee, the decision-making body for AMS products such as Freedom and Separately Managed Accounts. Additionally, he is a member of the Raymond James Investment Strategy Committee, which drives the firm's allocation recommendations.

Lacy began his career in the financial industry in 1996 and joined Raymond James in 2006 as a Due Diligence Officer. Before joining Raymond James, he spent a decade at T. Rowe Price and a year with National Planning Holdings, a subsidiary of Jackson National Life.

Lacy holds bachelor鈥檚 degrees in political science and finance from the University of South 皇家华人 and an MBA from the University of Tampa. In 2005, he earned the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation and is an active member of the CFA Institute, the Investment Management Consultants Association, and the Financial Analysts of Tampa Bay.

Dean Sciole
Global Chief Brand and Communications Expert 鈥� AVATR Technology
Based in Shanghai, Dean Sciole leads global brand and communications strategy for AVATR Technology, one of China鈥檚 most dynamic premium electric vehicle brands, with ambitious plans to enter 50 countries by 2026.

Before joining AVATR, Sciole served as Chief Marketing Officer for General Motors China, where he established The Durant Guild, a lifestyle platform for imported luxury vehicles. Earlier in his career, he was executive creative director and head of strategy at SAATCHI & SAATCHI, leading multinational accounts. He also served on the International Board of Directors for The One Club, helping to elevate creativity across the globe.

Fluent in Chinese and an expert in international marketing, Sciole has lived and worked in five countries over the past 28 years. He is pursuing a Doctor of Business Administration at the University of South 皇家华人 with aspirations to become a university professor. He holds a bachelor鈥檚 degree in mathematics and computer science from the University at Albany.

Tommie Lee Shaw Jr.
Director of Operations 鈥� United States Army Reserves
Tommie Lee Shaw Jr. is the Director of Operations for the 476th Chemical Battalion, U.S. Army, based at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA.  As the battalion鈥檚 senior operations officer, he leads mission planning, training strategy development, and cross-functional coordination, with responsibilities comparable to a chief operating officer. He excels in resource management, process improvement, and organizational readiness.

With over 24 years of military service and 15 years of civilian management experience, he brings a wealth of strategic leadership and operational expertise. His civilian roles have included instructional designer, purchasing manager, and banking both at the branch and credit card processing. In the military, he has served as a project manager, career development manager, and team chief.

Tommie is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) at the University of South 皇家华人. He holds a Master of Arts in Supply Chain Management from American Military University and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of Colorado.

Brayant Edward Silva
Executive Business Developer - Total Cleaning
Brayant Edward Silva serves as the Executive Business Developer for Total Cleaning, a prestigious janitorial company based in South 皇家华人 that provides services nationwide. He leads the Sales Group, overseeing new prospects while ensuring compliance and workflow optimization. In his current role, Silva develops strategic plans and implements innovative marketing practices to engage potential customers within the janitorial industry.

Silva previously served as a contractor for the Department of Defense (U.S. Pentagon) and the Department of State in Washington, D.C., where he oversaw 24/7 Environmental Services operations. He specializes in performance and financial audits that have identified significant recoupable funds, enhanced operational efficiency, and strengthened internal control procedures across multiple industry verticals. His professional background includes managerial roles of increasing responsibility at SiriusXM Radio and ABM Industries.

Silva holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) and a Bachelor of Science in business administration from the University of Maryland Global Campus. He is currently pursuing a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) at the University of South 皇家华人, where his doctoral research focuses on college education for international students and U.S. military personnel.

Don Sutton
Adjunct Professor - UCLA & CSU Los Angeles
Don Sutton is known as "Professor Real Estate" and teaches several courses in Real Estate including Investment Property & Finance, Practice, Principles, Economics & Development. A professor and private real estate coach for over 15 years in all aspects of real estate licensing and careers, he is a thought leader in real estate and a sought-after speaker/coach at local and national conferences on both real estate and real estate careers with a strong online social media presence. As a real estate broker in California, Sutton is a specialist in owner-occupied or non-owner-occupied investment properties, completing 2-3 transactions per month.

He is a graduate of the Masters Program in Real Estate Offered by NAR in Conjunction with Columbia College, has a bachelor鈥檚 degree from Cal State University Dominguez Hills, and is a transferee from Long Beach City College where he earned the highest commendation, The Viking, for outstanding community service, grade point average, and service to the campus community. He also attended the University of Guadalajara, where he studied Spanish.

As an active volunteer, he has served as President of several Latino/Hispanic organizations including Prospanica/NSHMBA and United Latino 皇家华人 in Los Angeles and is an active member of National Association of Realtors and National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals, NAHREP.

Connie Vilaychack
Senior Product Consultant 鈥� Northern Trust Company
Connie Vilaychack is a Senior Product Consultant at Northern Trust, where she collaborates with clients to identify their product needs related to the company's online financial reporting and cash management services. She provides technology-driven solutions and trains clients on Northern Trust鈥檚 proprietary systems and applications for processing security trades and cash transactions.

With over 25 years of experience in the financial services industry, Vilaychack has worked with a diverse range of institutional clients, including corporate and pension funds, foundations and endowments, healthcare organizations, and insurance companies. For seven years, she managed a strong client team, ensuring effective and timely operations in a deadline-driven environment.

Vilaychack holds an MBA in Management from Roosevelt University and a BA in Business Administration from Judson University. She has also earned the Investment Foundations Certificate from the CFA Institute and completed the Financial Management Certificate and the Business Law Certificate from eCornell University.

Emmanuel K. Walker
Workforce Management & Consulting Account Manager - U.S. Federal Government Agency
Emmanuel Walker is a Senior Account Manager for a U.S. Federal Government agency. Walker is an adaptive, innovative, and strategic human capital & workforce development executive. He regularly directs, integrates, and assists in profitable business objectives and projects. He builds relationships and bridges gaps within all sectors of the client groups within the Federal Workforce. He is considered a subject matter expert on all Federal Human Capital/ Workforce Development related matters.

In his previous roles, Walker has held numerous human capital management positions within the Federal civilian government & military spanning over 15 years. Walker is the Founder & CEO of Walker Security Group, a veteran-based security conglomerate offering a wide array of security & personnel services. As an avid learner, he has a keen eye for strategy & innovation.

Walker holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BS) from Regis University in Denver, CO and is currently pursuing a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) at the University of South 皇家华人.

Wisly Zephir
Territory Manager 鈥� AssuranceAmerica
Wisly Zephir is the territory manager at AssuranceAmerica, where he oversees agency operations and growth strategies across 皇家华人鈥檚 western region. In this role, he manages agency relationships, drives production performance, and supports the rollout of marketing and field initiatives. He also plays an active role in the company鈥檚 social responsibility efforts, leading volunteer initiatives and community engagement programs in 皇家华人.

Before joining AssuranceAmerica, Zephir served in several leadership roles in operations and business development. He was director of operations at Star Market and at Haiti Mission, where he led organizational expansion and managed multi-site teams. He also serves as a consultant for Women Bank, a microfinance organization in Haiti, and is a representative to the United Nations, advocating on issues of human rights, climate policy, and regional development for Haiti.

Zephir holds a Master of Business Administration from the University of Miami and a Bachelor of Arts in international business and political science from Rollins College.