10 Within 10 Recognition

Major: Finance
His job: Finance manager, special projects, at automaker Cadillac’s new world headquarters in New York City

What is your fondest memory of CMU? 

Working for Residence Life as a resident assistant and spending countless highly caffeinated hours studying at Grawn. Former classmates would remember me probably as a caffeine addict. It was only on the rare occasions you’d catch me without some form of coffee or energy drink in my hand.

What has been your coolest moment since graduation? 

Reading about my projects as they become public knowledge in the Wall Street Journal and other media continues to be a surreal experience.

What are you proudest of? 

Honestly, I feel quite proud sitting in this interview. But holistically, I feel proud of having focused the good fortune afforded to me into a career and company for which I am deeply passionate.

What advice would you give to new graduates? 

While technical skills are no doubt the ante to play, there is no substitute for differentiation like a consistently good attitude.

What has your work life taught you?

Focus on winning by helping others achieve success. Always think win-win. Like the game of Tetris, successes fade, but failures build, so focus your energy on the present and future.