Meet the Fellows

Spring 2025 Industry Fellows

BenjaminAbrams

Senior, Majoring in Finance and Accounting

Benjamin is a fourth-year Finance, Area of Emphasis in Pricing and Valuation, and Accounting double major with a certificate in Personal and Organizational Leadership through the Institute for Leadership Advancement at The University of Georgia. He is from Atlanta, Georgia and is a fourth generation Bulldog. Benjamin has previous internship experiences in Investment Banking at Deloitte Corporate Finance LLC, Corporate Treasury at The Dow Chemical Company, and Business Development at Rugged Road Outdoors. On campus, Benjamin is involved in the Student Managed Investment Fund, student-run venture capital fund, student-run pro-bono management consulting firm, and the Corsair Society in addition to having completed several underclassmen business programs. Upon graduation, he will be joining Deloitte Corporate Finance LLC as an Investment Banking Analyst.

Andrew Akinyemi
Junior, Majoring in Management Information Systems and Finance

Andre Akinyemi is a third year double major in Management Information Systems (Business Analytics emphasis) and Finance (Pricing & Valuation emphasis) with certificates in leadership, entrepreneurship, and legal studies. He serves as President of the Black Business Student Association, founder of The Keystone Fellowship, and head of recruitment for The Corsair Society, among other roles. Andre has interned at JPMorgan this past summer and will join William Blair next summer. In his free time, he enjoys running, basketball, pickleball, graphic design, exploring new cuisines, and spending time with family and friends.

Price Anderson
Senior, Majoring in Public Relations

Price Andersen is a Public Relations major with an emphasis in New Media studies. Her work is primarily client-based, working with real companies and events to reach their goals. She has skills in communication, resonating with audiences through the power of storytelling. She enjoys working with teams to find solutions that work for all people. She is passionate about human-centered design and various business models that cater to the needs of others. Every day, she looks forward to getting to know new people and listening to new perspectives.

Dylan Balon

Senior, Majoring in Finance and Risk Management

Dylan is from Lincoln, Rhode Island, majoring in Finance and Risk Management. On campus, he has been involved in the PAL Honors Mentorship Program, Gamma Iota Sigma, Magellan Business Society, and served as a resident assistant in Creswell Hall. He has interned at Amica Insurance as a Risk Management intern, Textron as an investor relations intern, and at Kroll as a portfolio valuation advisory intern. He has studied abroad in Costa Rica, Bermuda, and Scandinavia. He is a triplet and enjoys playing pickleball.

Jhaycee Barnes

Junior, Majoring in Economics and Political Science

Jhaycee is an Economics and Political Science major from Griffin, Georgia. She is interested in exploring the intersections between business and policy and enjoys high-impact work that allows her to foster connections and empower others. At UGA, she is a Foundation Fellow and is involved in the Black Business Student Association, The Corsair Society, Student Government, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, and is a tour leader at the Visitors Center. Outside of school, Jhaycee enjoys creating YouTube content, collecting sneakers, and traveling. 

Grant Baumann

Junior, Double Majoring in Mechanical Engineering and Business

Grant is a highly motivated interdisciplinary student at the University of Georgia. Grant has extensive experience working on aerospace and consulting projects with an emphasis on entrepreneurial ventures and small satellite design and development. He is always open to new opportunities and is always curious about other fields. Grant is a Foundation Fellow, Stamps Scholar, National Merit Scholar, Engineering Ambassador, and member of the Small Satellite Research Lab at UGA.

Hailey Brakke
Junior, Majoring in Management Information Systems

Hailey Brakke, from Cumming, Georgia, is pursuing a BBA in Management Information Systems along with a Certificate in Entrepreneurship. She holds leadership roles in Women in Technology and the Society for Management Information Systems. She is also involved in the Apollo Society, Atlas Business Society, and is a member of the Morehead Honors College. Hailey is passionate about developing innovative solutions driven by data and creativity. In her free time, she enjoys watching Formula 1 races, trying new coffee recipes, and spending time with friends and family. 

Sara Jane Clark
Junior, Majoring in Advertising

From Dunwoody, Georgia, Sara Jane is currently pursuing her Bachelor’s in Advertising with a minor in Design and Media. She has completed her entrepreneurship certificate and is currently on a pathway to receive her Master’s in Journalism and Mass Communication. Outside of the classroom, she is heavily involved in Alpha Chi Omega and the Society of Entrepreneurs. Creative thinking and design are skills that Sara Jane values and continues to work on today. In the future, she hopes to use her creativity and leadership abilities to collaborate on projects to generate new, innovative ideas that leave a lasting impact. 

Alex Drahos
Senior, Majoring in Political Science

Alex is a 2024 Harry S. Truman Scholar and Foundation Fellow studying international relations and urban studies at the University of Georgia. Interested in urban government innovation, he wrote a $2 million grant for autonomous bus pilots and organized a construction trades program for The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. With the Center for Advancing Innovation, Alex created a $75 million regional development plan and analyzed congressional budget requests to support social infrastructure for Reimagining the Civic Commons. On campus, he researches solar power land use, deepfake regulations, and hate crimes in post-conflict societies. He has redesigned campus curricula as the chair of Active Learning Ambassadors and was the managing editor for the Georgia Political Review. He is a United Nations Local Pathways Fellow, Sam Nunn Security Scholar, member of Phi Beta Kappa, and studied at the University of Oxford and Istanbul Technical University on an Erasmus+ grant. Alex has worked on seven projects with the Student Industry Fellows Program.

Joe Eustace
Junior, Majoring in Computer Science

Joe is a highly motivated computer science student interested in cyber security. He has extensive experience working in local government, the federal government, and nonprofit organizations. At UGA, Joe serves as President Pro-Tempore of the Student Government Association Senate, where he leads fellow students in campus improvement initiatives. He is open to new opportunities and values learning about other disciplines. Outside of school, Joe enjoys watching Major League Baseball and rooting for the New York Yankees.

Katie Field
Junior, Majoring in Management Informational Systems

Katie Field, from Austin, Texas, is pursuing a BBA in Management Information Systems with plans to complete her Masters in Business Analytics in her fourth year. She is co-head of Corsair Management Consulting and Programming Chair for the Terry Women’s Initiative and is involved with UGA Panhellenic and the Office of Public Service and Outreach as a PSO Scholar. Outside of academics, Katie runs a portrait photography business and will intern with Boston Consulting Group in Summer 2025. She is passionate about data-driven business transformation and enjoys culinary experimentation, puzzles, and non-fiction books.

Katie Gentilotti
Sophomore, Majoring in Accounting

Katie Gentilotti is a second-year student from Collegeville, Pennsylvania studying Accounting with a minor in Sports Management. Passionate about applying classroom knowledge to real-world challenges, Katie looks forward to collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to provide holistic and innovative solutions to pressing problems. Outside of academics, Katie is actively involved in campus life through her leadership role in her Panhellenic sorority, along with the Atlas Business Society and the Apollo Society. Katie spends her free time following Philadelphia sports, cheering on the Georgia Bulldogs, and taking advantage of UGA’s Study Abroad programs.

Brooke Gillett
Junior, Majoring in Finance with a Sociology Minor

Brooke is an active member at UGA’s Relay for Life, Delta Zeta, Dawgs for Paws, and several non-profit organizations. She is interested in consulting, business design and implementing innovative problem-solving strategies in the workplace.  She enjoys the outdoors, traveling, the arts and spending time with friends and family.

Abigail Harris
Sophomore, Majoring in Political Science and Sociology

Abigail Harris is a sophomore from Forsyth County, GA pursuing a BA in Political Science and Sociology with minors in Public Administration and Management. She has worked in the GA State House for two years and is excited to return this Spring under the Chief Minority Whip after working as the Director of Communications for a U.S. House of Representatives candidate. She serves as an Associate Justice on the Judicial Council of the Phi Kappa Literary Society and has published award winning research on capital punishment. Outside the classroom she enjoys ballroom dance, baking like she’s feeding a small army, and leading to serve the people in her life with that same vigor. 

Harshil Joshi
Sophomore, Majoring in Regenerative Bioscience and Applied Biotechnology

Harshil is a rising second-year Foundation Fellow from Leesburg, GA. With majors in regenerative bioscience and applied biotechnology, he is incredibly interested in innovation within the medical field and hopes to become a physician. Outside of school, Harshil enjoys reading, working out, and enjoying the outdoors.

Shaam Kanji
Senior, Majoring in Economics and International Business

Hailing from the heart of Atlanta, Shaam brings a global perspective to his endeavors. Immersed in international experiences, including studying international strategy at IE Business School in Spain and exploring global business practices in Chile, Shaam enriches his perspective through diversification of his cultural and academic experiences. His passion for understanding different business landscapes drives him to seek innovative opportunities to create value. On campus, he is involved with various management consulting groups. He enjoys playing soccer, experimenting with cooking, and jazz music.

George Katz
Senior, Majoring in Marketing 

George Katz is originally from Decatur, Georgia. He is a fourth-year marketing major, pursuing certificates in entrepreneurship. On campus, he’s held leadership roles in Kappa Sigma, Alpha Kappa Psi business fraternity, the UGA Club Soccer Team, and the Inter-Fraternity Council clerkship. He is also an ILA Leadership Fellow. George was an intern at Chick-fil-A under their leadership development program and looks forward to his upcoming internship Lexus, focused on sales and operations. In his free time, George enjoys playing soccer, weightlifting, and the Wordle.

Hannah Kniker
Junior, Majoring in Finance

Hannah Kniker is a third-year student from Boston, Massachusetts, pursuing her BBA in Finance with a Certificate in Legal Studies. On campus, Hannah enjoys immersing herself in leadership roles in Women in Finance, Terry Women’s Initiative, and her Panhellenic Sorority. Her other involvement includes organizations such as the Apollo Society, Atlas Business Society, and the Kennedy Program which have helped her strengthen her academic studies. This past summer, she was an intern at PTC, a tech company in Boston. In her free time, Hannah enjoys playing pickleball, trying new recipes, going on runs with friends, and traveling to Ireland to visit her family.

Jacob Kriete
Junior, Majoring in Business Management

Born and raised in Lawrenceville Georgia, Jacob is studying Business at UGA. With life-long interests in the Entrepreneurship field, Jacob has enjoyed UGA programs such as iCorps, and plans to take the ENTR certificate as he learns and grows in the field. Outside the classroom, Jacob enjoys interests in IM sports, the gym, and spending time with friends and family.

Sarah Lewallyn
Junior, Majoring in Biology, International Business, and Finance

Studying Biology, International Business (Spanish), and Finance Sarah Lewallyn brings a unique educational background to the team. At the core of her studies is a passion for interdisciplinary work, strategy, servant leadership, and creativity. The Atlanta native holds a diverse background of experiences including work in policy, mass media, STEM nonprofits, and education. Sarah currently works for the Georgia House of Representatives, runs her own media company, works in the modeling industry, and produces creative video for UGA athletic teams and sponsors. In her free time she enjoys traveling, trying new restaurants, and scuba diving!

Ciara Mitchell
Junior, Majoring in Biological Engineering

Originally from Snellville, Georgia, Ciara Mitchell is a fourth-year Foundation Fellow, majoring in biological engineering. Ciara has interests in biotechnology, organizational development, and venture capital. She actively contributes to campus life through her involvement with the Student Alumni Council, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., the Black Business Student Association, and the Corsair Society. Ciara has previous internship experience as a Business Analyst with McKinsey & Company and as a Strategy and Management Analyst at Bank of America. Ciara is committed to driving meaningful change and fostering a culture of innovation in her community.

Charlotte Moore
Senior, Majoring in Management Information Systems

Charlotte is a Classic Scholar from Lake Wylie, South Carolina majoring in Management Information Systems with an area of emphasis in Business Analytics. On campus, Charlotte is the head Teaching Assistant for the introductory Excel course, MIST 2090. Last summer, she studied abroad at the London School of Economics and learned about the leadership structure of business organizations and econometrics in public policy. She also consulted with a small company specializing in providing affordable housing and restructured their internal pricing workbooks to create a dynamic valuation system. Outside of school, she is actively involved in intramural flag football and basketball.

Sarvesh Prabhu
Sophomore, Majoring in Finance and Data Science

Sarvesh is a rising sophomore majoring in Finance & Data Science, passionate about the intersection of financial engineering and entrepreneurship for the benefit of the sustainability investments market. Outside of running his two startups, AstraCell and Melodi AI, Sarvesh is currently a member of Terry's Kennedy Program, and has joined LexisNexis Risk Solutions as a Technology M&A Analyst Intern. Outside of his professional and UGA involvement, you'll find him listening to his vinyl record collection and spending time outside with friends.

Aashna Raj
Junior, Majoring in Finance 

Aashna, a student born and raised in Johns Creek, Georgia, is passionate about management, healthcare, and the nonprofit sector. Driven by a commitment to empathy and servant leadership, she aspires to create meaningful impact in everything she does. On campus, she currently serves as the Director of Finance for UGA HEROs, supporting children impacted by HIV/AIDS, and as an associate on Kickstart, UGA’s student-managed venture capital fund. She also enjoys puzzles, discovering new music, and exploring different cultures in her free time. 

Brooke Richards
Junior, Majoring in Mechanical Engineering

Brooke is from Woodstock, Georgia and is studying Mechanical Engineering with a minor in Design & Media. She is passionate about the intersection of innovative technology and immersive experiences, driven by curiosity and a desire to inspire others. Brooke combines technical problem-solving with creativity and is an avid learner, always in pursuit of knowledge. Outside of school, she is a photographer for The Red & Black, an equestrian competitor on the UGA Eventing Team, and works as a freelance graphic designer. She enjoys reading, writing, traveling, and playing instruments.

Olivia Willett
Junior, Majoring in Marketing and International Business

Olivia is a people person at heart, and she takes that mentality into everything she does. Currently a resident assistant at Brumby Hall, Olivia is also a part of Morehead Honors College and plans to continue her involvement at UGA. Outside the classroom, her interests lie in nature, communication, culture, and cooking. She dreams of working internationally and aims to be fluent in 5 extra languages. A life-long learner and constantly curious, Olivia's goal is to fuse creativity with excellence in business, school, and life.

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