Alumni Newsmakers
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Beckett Named CFO of Kum & Go
Brian Beckett, BBA06/MBA13, has been named CFO of Kum & Go, the Des Moines based convenience store chain.
Shaw named as Chief of Staff at Clarivate
Tiffani Shaw (BBA92) has been named as Chief of Staff at Clarivate. In this newly created role, she will report directly to fellow Tippie alum Jerre Stead (BBA65).
James Hair Named President of Hunter Fan Co.
The Hunter Fan Company has named James A. Hair (MBA04) as president of this ceiling fan manufacturer. Hair previously served in a leadership role at Masonite International.
Cooper named General Manager of T-Mobile Center
ASM Global, a leader in event production and venue management, announced that Jay Cooper (BBA85) has been named General Manager of the T-Mobile Center in Kansas City. The T-Mobile Center is Kansas City's home for live entertainment and sporting events.
Reichert takes the reins in North Stonington
Former Iowa state representative Nathan Reichert (MBA03) has taken the reins as the new planning, development, and zoning officer for the town of North Stonington, Connecticut.
Capitolis Hires Pennington
Christopher Pennington (MBA10) has been hired by Capitolis as Executive Vice President of Sales to develop the company's sales strategy and vision.
Lucas named Kemin's Director of R&D
Kemin Human Nutrition and Health has named Rebecca Lucas (MBA19) as Director of Research and Development.
Hosmanek named to Iowa Supreme Court Commission
Andrew Hosmanek (BBA01/MBA05/JD05/PHD15) has been named to the Iowa Supreme Court's Grievance Commission. Hosmanek is an associate professor of instruction at Tippie and teaches business law and ethics.
Tippie Alum's role with Milwaukee Bucks is a dream of a lifetime
Dustin Godsey's (BBA02) role as the Chief Marketing Officer of the Milwaukee Bucks, has proved to be rewarding.
Gustafson signs with the Washington Mystics
Former Hawkeye basketball player Megan Gustafson (BBA19) has signed with the Washington Mystics.