2009 - 2010 Leadership

Reginald J. Price President Graduate Business Association Program: MBA Concentration: Operations and Organizational Management Previous Education: Bachelor of Science, University of South Carolina

The President of the GBA is the primary student representative for all RCB graduate students during interaction with the deans, members of the administration, faculty, outside organizations and businesses, as well as other business schools. Together with his executive management team, he is responsible for establishing the vision, mission and goals for the organization aimed at benefiting the entire graduate student body. Reggie attended the University of South Carolina and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a double major in Management and Marketing. Upon completion of his undergraduate studies, he began his career with BB&T in Winston-Salem, NC. He was honored to participate in BB&T’s Leadership Development Program, a premier management training program in the banking industry. He was then relocated to Atlanta, GA where he worked as a certified mortgage loan officer at the onset of the financial crisis.

Albeit an enlightening learning experience working in the midst of an economic meltdown, Reggie decided to attend school full-time at the Robinson College of Business. In pursuit of his MBA, he decided to leverage his strengths in communication, process management, strategic analysis, and leadership to pursue a degree in Operations and Organizational Management. He currently works part-time as a Graduate Assistant with the Executive MBA Program in Buckhead.

Reggie has been awarded the Andrew C. and Eula C. Carlos International Business Scholarship which he utilized to travel to Paris, France and Brussels, Belgium in maymester 2009 to study financial and managerial issues within the context of the European Union. In addition, he was awarded a scholarship through the Robinson College’s International Center for Entrepreneurship for successful participation in its Field Study program. His extracurricular involvement has included Net Impact, National Black MBA Association, and he is a proud initiate of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.

Brigid Scarbrough Executive Vice President Graduate Business Association

As Executive Vice President of the GBA, Brigid works with the GBA board to execute and promote the GBA's mission to increase the visibility of GSU's Robinson College of Business within the business community at large by cultivating networking ties with metro-area professional organizations, business associations, GBA's counterpart organizations from the other business schools in the Atlanta area, and the GSU Alumni Association.

Brigid attended undergrad at Agnes Scott College in Decatur, GA before working as the Operations Director for Kaplan Test Prep & Admissions in Atlanta. Brigid is currently a full-time student within the Flex-MBA program with a double concentration in Organizational Management and International Business. Brigid is a Graduate Research Assistant within Georgia State University’s Institute of International Business and serves as student liaison for the MyRobinson student/faculty website. Outside of studies, Brigid is on the Board of For the Kid in All of Us and works extensively with The Health Initiative.

Tommy Dziedzic Vice President of Finance Graduate Business Association

As the Vice President of Finance for the GBA, Tommy Dziedzic is primarily responsible for preparing a financial budget for the upcoming year. He is also responsible for auditing the financial books from the previous year, tracking outgoing funds, managing all fundraising activities, and informing the executive committee of the financial status of the organization.

Tommy started his college career at The Citadel. He attended the Citadel for his freshman year and played on their Varsity Soccer Team. Tommy then transferred to the University of Georgia, where he received his B.S. in Geography. After finishing his undergraduate degree Tommy began working for Stock Building Supply. While at Stock Building Supply Tommy graduated from their Management in Training program and began to his work as a Purchasing and Inventory Manager for the South Carolina Market. As part of his responsibilities Tommy controlled the inventory of all nine locations in the South Carolina market. After deciding to return to school Tommy left Stock Building Supply to become a full time student. Tommy attended a year of post-bach classes and then began his MBA program with a concentration in Finance here at Georgia State University. Tommy now attends school full time while working a part-time job and will graduate in the spring of 2010.

The Vice President of Technology is responsible for developing a web site deployment and development strategy that is consistent with the GBA missions and goals. He also serve as an intermediary between student body and the information services group, facilitating the convergence of student needs with available solutions.

Rachel Morgenstern Vice President of Community & Professional Development Graduate Business Association

As Vice President of Community & Professional Development, Rachel is responsible for strengthening the connections between students and alumni of the MBA and MS programs, and the Atlanta business community. In this role, she acts as a liaison with the Robinson Career Management Center to promote career-related workshops and events. In addition, Rachel is also responsible for planning and implementing volunteer, social, and fundraising activities that benefit the community in the spirit of goodwill and networking with local leaders.

Rachel graduated from the University of Georgia in May 2007 with her Bachelors of Business Administration in Management. She started her Masters of Business Administration with a concentration in Operations Management in August 2008, and plans to graduate in May 2010. Rachel is also a graduate assistant for GSU’s executive MBA program, where she assists both the office and professors.

Rachel is no stranger to the leadership roles in student and professional organizations. During her time at UGA, she was president and founder of Women In Business as well as treasurer for the Management Society. Rachel also worked part time in both restaurants and retail, all while on her way to graduating magna cum laude. After graduation, she worked as an assistant project manager, where she recognized her strong interest in operations and decided to return to school at Georgia State.

Rachel has moved over 12 times but now considers Atlanta home. She graduated from McIntosh High School in Peachtree City in 2003 with honors, and in her spare time she likes to exercise and spend time with her friends and family.

Brian Wofford Vice President of Communication bwofford1@student.gsu.edu Program: MBA & MHA (Dual Degrees) Concentration: Healthcare Previous Education: Bachelor of Science, Florida State University

As the Vice President of Communications, Brian M. Wofford coordinates all efforts to promote the GBA's mission, vision and goals, as well as publicize all events and activities sponsored by the organization. The VP of Marketing conducts all communications with entities inside and outside the Robinson College of Business and serves as a spokesperson to various media outlets.

Brian is a second year Master of Business Administration and Master of Health Administration student at Georgia State University who is also serving GBA for his second year in a row. Mr. Wofford plans to complete his coursework and earn the MBA in his dual degree program during the spring of 2010; he intends to earn the MHA in August of 2010 after completing the program's residency requirement.

Brian Wofford also serves on the Membership Committee for the Georgia Association of Healthcare Executives where he was honored as the 2009 Student of the Year. He is a student affiliate member of the American College of Healthcare Executives and a member of National Association of Health Services Executives, National Black MBA Association, and Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. In his spare time, Brian enjoys music, traveling, snowboarding, and golf.

Alexis Nieves Director of Marketing nieves.alexis@gmail.com Education: Bachelor of Marketing, GSU MBA in Marketing, GSU

As Marketing Director, Alexis coordinates all efforts to promote the GBA's mission, vision and goals, as well as publicize all events and activities sponsored by the organization. She also conducts all communications with entities inside and outside the Robinson College of Business and serves as a spokesperson to various media outlets.

Alexis received her bachelor's degree in Marketing from Georgia State University in May of 2005 and her master's degree in Marketing from Georgia State University in December of 2008. She has been working in the field since her senior year of her BBA in 2004. She is also a member of the National Society for Hispanic MBAs (NSHMBA).

In her spare time she loves to design, paint, draw and do many other creative things. Volleyball is her favorite sport and she has been playing since she was in seventh grade. In high school she was ranked 10th in the Girls Greater Atlanta Volleyball. She continues to play in a competitive co-ed volleyball league. Above all else, she loves spending time having fun with her daughter Amri.

Brian Carmel Director of PMBA Relations

As Director of PMBA Relations, Brian Carmel will focus on bridging the gap between PMBA cohorts and all of RCB’s exceptional graduate programs. Brian serves as the primary liaison and advocate for the graduate students specifically in the PMBA program. Eric works with the Board of Directors to identify areas for development and helps promote opportunities as well as potential student leaders.

Brian’s background is in process improvement and operations management. He grew up in the Baltimore/Washington Corridor. Brian has a M.S. Manufacturing Engineering from Wayne State University and a B.S. Industrial Engineering from Lehigh University. He has a diverse background in consumer goods manufacturing having held positions in Quality Control, Industrial Engineering, Project Management, and as a Vice President of Operations. Brian’s experience also includes professional jobs in retail operations management and the Federal government. Currently, he is an independent consultant helping small businesses and start-up companies with operations improvement and strategic planning.

In his spare time, Brian enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter. He is also an amateur pastry chef specializing in cakes and frozen desserts. He runs a blog, icecreamfellow.blogspot.com, dedicated to creating unique ice cream flavors. Recently, he was the runner up in the 2009 Slow Food Atlanta Ice Cream Social where he competed against more than 20 local pastry chefs.

Mike Noma Co-Director of Student Affairs

As a Co-Director of Student Affairs, Mike will develop and build relationships with other MBA/MS students to strengthen their connection with the GBA. Furthermore, Mike serves as the primary liaison and advocate for the graduate students at the RCB. Mike works with the Board of Directors to identify areas for development and helps promote opportunities as well as potential student leaders. He also works with the Executive Vice President with student life issues and performs other duties at the request of the President and other officers.

Mike is a native of Japan but grew up in Atlanta and New York. He attended college in Tokyo where he subsequently began his career and he now works as an international tax consultant at a public accounting firm. Lastly, Mike loves meeting people so please give him a shout if you see him on campus!

Janine Allen Co-Director of Student Affairs

As a Co-Director of Student Affairs, Janine Allen will develop and build relationships with other MBA/MS students to strengthen their connection with the GBA. Furthermore, Janine serves as the primary liaison and advocate for the graduate students at the RCB. Janine works with the Board of Directors to identify areas for development and helps promote opportunities as well as potential student leaders. He also works with the Executive Vice President with student life issues and performs other duties at the request of the President and other officers.