DBA

Background Irene Nelson earned her undergraduate degree from UNC Charlotte and an MBA/Master of Science in Leadership dual degree from Pfeiffer University. Ms. Nelson is an organizational consultant professional who provides business consultation to small and mid-sized organizations ensuring that businesses remain compliant with oversight bodies as well as take advantage of available resources for […]

Background Beatrice Ogbonna-Otu is a seasoned finance professional with experience in securities trading, investment strategies, financial analysis, risk management, investment strategies, budgeting and forecasting and corporate finance. With a deep understanding of market dynamics and a commitment to delivering exceptional results, she has consistently delivered excellent customer service to clients. Beatrice also has a thorough […]

Background Rasheed Temidayo Ogedengbe is a retired soldier and effective communicator with significant experience in developing financial and performance audit plans. His greatest strengths are strategic thinking, team building, conflict resolution, a forward-looking vision and anticipation of future needs. This has enabled him to be both a strategic leader and team player that can work […]

Background Olusola Omosaiye (Sola) is a native of North Carolina. He earned a B.S. in Computer Science from Florida International University and an MBA with a concentration in General Management from Meredith College. Sola provides engineering leadership at Amazon.com, Inc., serving as a fintech professional based out of North Carolina. Sola moved to North Carolina […]

Background Daisy Ortiz Berger is originally from the Bronx, New York, and currently lives in River Edge, New Jersey, with her husband Robert and children Maxon and Mikaylee. Daisy’s extensive marketing career includes both the automotive and financial services industries. At Ford Motor Company, she was a Marketing Manager for Ford International Operations covering Puerto […]

Background “Darden,” as he is known by his colleagues, friends and family, specializes in the intersection of entrepreneurship, social movements and sexual and gender identities within entrepreneurial ecosystems. With a strong focus on research methodology, Darden’s work examines how marginalized entrepreneurs psychologically navigate the venture entry process (i.e. fear of failure, guilt and shame proneness). […]

Background Theresa Piwowar was born and raised in New York before moving to Florida as a child. Theresa earned her Bachelor of Business Administration degree, with a major in Accounting, from Adelphi University in Garden City, NY. Theresa earned her MBA from UNC Charlotte in 2001 and has enjoyed working in private accounting for over 20 […]

Background As a first-generation college student, Curtis attended UNC Charlotte to earn his Bachelor of Arts focusing on Political Science. Afterwards, he spent over a decade in financial services, providing investment guidance and education to those working in the non-profit sector. As a manager, he coaches and mentors a team of financial service consultants by […]

Background Anu Raina is currently the Director of Information Technology for Purdue Pharma LP.  She has a diverse 20+ year career within the pharmaceutical industry with experience in Quality, Supply Chain, Manufacturing and IT. Her education includes undergraduate degrees in Pharmaceutical Technology and Biochemistry, as well as Master of Business Administration and Master Certificate in […]

Background MiKayla Raines’ previous academic studies include research on the importance of the fast-casual dining industry in today’s society, especially in North Carolina and the effects that brand image and attitude had in these fast-casual dining facilities. MiKayla has received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology with a minor in Spanish. She also received a Master’s […]