Jitin “Miki” Ahuja credits the University of Maryland for shaping his outlook on risk-taking and success. As founder of SpaceJet Media and London Lane Capital, he champions alumni engagement and entrepreneurial exploration.

Ish Dugal ’05 and his wife, Priya Atur Dugal ’05, established the Dugal Impact Fellowship to support aspiring entrepreneurs. Administered by Smith’s Dingman-Lamone Center for Entrepreneurship, the fellowship provides stipends for University of Maryland students interning with startups, fostering hands-on experience and entrepreneurial grit.

The Smith Alumni Board (SAB) connects alumni and students through impactful programs while fostering personal and professional growth for members. Alumni like Diran Balogun, Smita Rao, and Zach Joyner share how serving on the board enhances their Smith connections.

The Smith Alumni Board (SAB) strengthens alumni connections with the Smith School through events, networking, and philanthropy. Committees focus on alumni engagement, career services, and fundraising, creating opportunities for mentorship, experiential learning, and community-building while promoting the school’s mission and goals.

The Smith School celebrated two new active-learning classrooms: a virtual teaching studio funded by Bill Boyle ’81 and an experiential learning space supported by Ab ’81 and Kristen Krall. These state-of-the-art facilities advance innovative, flexible education for students.

During the annual Smith Advisory Council Day, students at Maryland’s Smith School of Business showcased experiential learning projects and engaged with industry leaders. Advisory council members discussed program improvements, highlighting increased experiential learning and networking with faculty, alumni, and peers.

Ed-Lamar Petion ’24, a digital artist and Smith School graduate in supply chain management and marketing, joined Microsoft's SCORE program. Balancing his career and art business, Petion draws inspiration from his upbringing and UMD resources to fuel his entrepreneurial journey.

As VP Head of Brand & Creative at Teladoc Health, Jeremy Kinder shares his journey from a Smith School graduate to a marketing leader, offering insights on the power of creative thinking, collaboration with students, and advice for building a successful career.

Jeanelle Johnson, MBA ’04, pursued the Smith School’s part-time MBA to enhance her leadership skills while balancing a busy career. Now PwC's D.C. Managing Partner, she credits the program’s flexibility and strong connections for shaping her successful finance career.

C.J. Morgenweck, Online MBA ’22, built on his U.S. Marine Corps experience to enter the business world, guided by the Online MBA program and Career Services. Their support helped him secure roles at Thermo Fisher and North Rock Consulting through key connections and resources.