MSBAi AMBASSADORS

Sabrina Achille

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Undergraduate Institution and Major: Farmingdale State College, BS in Computer Programming & Information Systems

Queensborough Community College, AS in Computer Science & Information Security

Hometown: New York City

Work Experience: Currently, I've been a Software Configuration Analyst I at TRC for 2 years.

Why did you choose the Villanova MSBAi: I was hesitant about going for my Master's while working full-time, but the MSBAi program schedule seemed very flexible and doable. The curriculum really drew me in as well because I'm seeing the real-time implementation and impact of AI when it comes to operations. The courses looked like they'll leave me with a solid understanding of how AI works under the hood.

Goals or plans for a career after graduation from Villanova: After graduating, I want to take what I've learned and apply it to my team and personal life — reducing mundane, manual labor and making everyday processes as efficient as possible.

MSBAi Expected Graduation Date: Spring 2027

Hayden Coates

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Undergraduate Institution and Major: Virginia Tech, Business Information Technology

Hometown: Malvern, PA

Work Experience: Currently a senior operations analyst at SEI, I’ve been with the company for over 2 years.

Why did you choose the Villanova MSBAi: I chose the MSBAi program to sharpen my analytical skills and gain a stronger understanding of AI. I’m personally interested in finding the “what” and “why” behind AI, how it works, and the reasoning behind implementing it. This program has and will continue to provide both opportunities for me.

Goals or plans for a career after graduation from Villanova: After graduation my goal is to explore a data analyst or data scientist role in the finance, tech, or sports industry.

James Damiano

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Undergraduate Institution and Major: Penn State University 2015, Supply Chain and Information Systems

Hometown: Chadds Ford, PA

Work Experience: 11 Years of Progressive Operations and Finance Roles at Amazon, currently a Senior Finance Manager.

Why did you choose the Villanova MSBAi: I’ve seen firsthand how automation and AI can completely change the way teams work and make decisions. Villanova’s MSBAI program feels like the right next step, connecting what I’ve learned in operational finance with deeper skills in analytics, AI strategy, and leadership. Gaining a stronger grasp of today’s tools and how to use them to dig into data will be key to shaping the future of finance.

Goals or plans for a career after graduation from Villanova: I plan to integrate the tools and frameworks from the MSBAI program into my daily leadership routines, driving smarter, quicker, AI-enabled decision making across my team’s financial and operational planning.

MSBAi Expected Graduation Date: Spring 2027

Rose Fetters

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Undergraduate Institution and Major: Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania – Accounting

Hometown: State College, PA

Work Experience: Currently Vice President of Finance at Innovative Incorporated, with over 15 years of experience in finance and accounting, including 8 years of progressive leadership within the organization.

Why did you choose the Villanova MSBAi: As my career has progressed, I’ve become increasingly focused on using data to drive better business decisions. I chose Villanova’s MSBAi program to strengthen my technical skills in analytics and AI and enhance my ability to translate data into strategic insights.

Goals or plans for a career after graduation from Villanova: After graduating, I plan to continue advancing data-driven decision-making within my organization, with a focus on predictive analytics and business intelligence to support long-term growth.

MSBAi Expected Graduation Date: Spring 2027

Brooke Meier

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Undergraduate Institution and Major: Chapman University, Class of 2024
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a Minor in Leadership

Hometown: I am originally from Denver, Colorado (Go Broncos!), and I currently live in Austin, Texas.

Work Experience: I am currently a Federal Business Analyst at Oracle, where I support large-scale healthcare programs through analytics, forecasting, and operational reporting tied to Oracle Health initiatives. I work closely with project management, engineering, and leadership teams to ensure data accuracy, track milestones, and improve workflows using tools like Python, R, Excel, and Power BI.

Before this role, I worked as a Strategic Cloud Advisor at Oracle, where I focused on cloud strategy and client engagement. During that time, I consistently exceeded performance expectations, achieving over 100% of my quota and earning a Grit Award.

Earlier in my career, I gained experience across healthcare administration, real estate, media, and retail. These roles helped shape my ability to communicate, adapt quickly, and solve problems in fast-paced environments. I also served as Vice President of Risk Management for my sorority at Chapman University, where I developed leadership and organizational skills.

Why did you choose the Villanova MSBAi: Two defining moments pushed me toward analytics and AI: COVID-19 and my ACL injury.

During COVID, I saw how data and technology were driving major decisions across healthcare and business. It made me realize how powerful data can be, not just to understand what’s happening, but to guide what should happen next.

Then, during my ACL recovery, that idea became personal. My progress depended on tracking small improvements, staying consistent, and adjusting based on results. I began to approach recovery like a data problem, analyzing patterns, measuring progress, and optimizing outcomes. That experience completely shifted how I think.

At the same time, my work at Oracle showed me how AI and analytics are transforming real-world systems, especially in healthcare. The more I worked with tools like Python, R, and Power BI, the more I realized I wanted to go deeper.

Villanova’s MSBAi program stood out to me because it connects technical skills with real business impact. It felt like the perfect next step to turn both my personal experiences and professional exposure into something meaningful.

Goals or plans for a career after graduation from Villanova: After graduating, I want to combine my passions for fitness, recovery, and artificial intelligence. Going through my ACL recovery taught me how challenging both the physical and mental sides of recovery can be, and I want to help others navigate that journey more effectively.

My long-term goal is to build a fitness and recovery-focused venture that uses AI to personalize training, track progress, and support people through injuries like ACL tears. I want to make recovery more structured, data-driven, and accessible so individuals feel more confident and supported throughout the process.

Professionally, I am also interested in growing into roles like AI Architect or working in cloud and emerging technology strategy. Ultimately, I want to be in a position where I am building solutions that improve how people perform, recover, and make decisions.

MSBAi Expected Graduation Date: January 2027

Allie Nenish

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Undergraduate Institution and Major: Ursinus College, Major in Applied Economics

Hometown: Taylor, PA

Work Experience: I currently work as a Supervisory Analyst at the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia, analyzing financial conditions across the community bank and large bank sectors.

Why did you choose the Villanova MSBAi: I chose the MSBAi program because of the technical and business-applied skills the program offers. I wanted to continue my education by enhancing my programming/coding skills and then learning how to apply data analysis skills to real-world business decisions. Additionally, the primary skills this program teaches in R and Python are extremely beneficial in my field of world, and the integration of AI was important to me because of how rapidly this resource is evolving in the corporate space. The flexibility the online schedule offers also allows me to learn and do work at my own pace while still working full-time. 

Goals or plans for a career after graduation from Villanova: After Villanova, I plan to take the skills and techniques I've learned to grow in my position as an analyst at the FRBP, using my experience to improve and refine the analytical processes we already have in place to supervise community banks and large, GSIB banks. 

MSBAi Expected Graduation Date: Spring 2028

Matt Smith

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Undergraduate Institution and Major: Tennessee Technological University — Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degrees in Management and Marketing

Hometown: Baileyton, TN

Work Experience: I bring 20 years of experience across supply chain, aerospace, consumer products, and pharmaceutical operations. I currently serve as Associate Director of Manufacturing at AstraZeneca in Newark, Delaware, where I lead manufacturing operations supporting continuous improvement, automation, and digital initiatives. My previous experience includes leadership roles at Barnes Aerospace, Sonoco Products, and Landair Transport.

Why did you choose the Villanova MSBAi: I chose Villanova’s MSBAi program that aligns with my aspiration in using data to anticipate challenges, improve manufacturing performance, and expand patient access to life-saving medicines. As a Philadelphia area resident, the impressive Villanova’s community and the opportunity to learn alongside accomplished healthcare professionals further strengthened my decision to grow as a leader and turn purpose into impact.

Goals or plans for a career after graduation from Villanova: I plan to continue to lead digital transformation in pharmaceutical manufacturing operations by implementing machine learning, robotics and AI platforms to deliver our cutting-edge ambitions, including ending cancer as a cause of death. I will also continue supporting bioscience workforce development through my work with the Delaware Bioscience Association and teach as an adjunct professor in retirement.

MSBAi Expected Graduation Date: May 2028