DBA

Background Tony Brown completed his Bachelor of Business Administration with a concentration in finance at Queens University in Charlotte, North Carolina. While working at The Garage Shop Performance Fabrication, he decided to continue his studies at Queens and completed a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in cybersecurity management. Outside of school, Tony continued […]

Background Mason Brown is an innovative IT strategist and technology leader with a strong track record in leading complex digital transformation initiatives, enterprise system re-architectures, and strategic planning projects. Throughout his career, he has consistently aligned technological advancements with broader business objectives, resulting in measurable improvements in operational efficiency, customer engagement, and revenue growth. Brown […]

Background Tamara Bryant earned her baccalaureate degree in Speech/Theater from Fayetteville State University and her Master of Science in Administration degree from Central Michigan University. She is currently the program director for the Veterans Business Outreach Center at FSU. Tamara is responsible for the continued growth, education, training and advocacy for veteran entrepreneurs. Her previous […]

Background Helen Buck is originally from Freetown, Sierra Leone. She has lived in North Carolina for over two decades. She graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from North Carolina A&T State University and a Master of Science degree in Accounting from University of North Carolina in Greensboro. She is […]

Background Amy Bugyis is a mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transaction and transformation specialist with more than 19 years of experience leading complex, global initiatives across both industry and professional services. Her work spans buy- and sell-side deals—including carve-outs, joint ventures, and alliances—focused on achieving long-term value and mitigating risk. She has led revenue, commercial, and […]

Background Jordan is a resident of East Tennessee and works as the operations director for Bristol Lifestyle Recovery. In this position, he helps manage and facilitate the delivery of substance use recovery services for a population of over 120 on-site individuals. As a key leader within the organization, he has played a crucial role in […]

Background Kelly currently serves as a senior customer service representative for Merck Animal Health. Previously, Kelly served as the national key account program manager for Virbac and as a key account manager with Novartis Animal Health. She has been working in human and animal health care pharmaceuticals since 1999. Kelly began her career in sports […]

Background Cassandra earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in accounting and management from Shaw University and a Master of Accountancy degree from Poole College School of Management at North Carolina State University. Cassandra has experience in both internal and external audits, as well as management leadership. Cassandra works as an […]

Background A Solution Architect for Badger Meter that supports utility customers during both the sales and project implementation stages. Integral to the Solution Architect role is the development of the right metering solution and the meter reading technology for each utility that will meet and exceed its goals and objectives.  Craig Cardella obtained a Bachelor’s […]

Background Colby Carr holds a Master of Science in Finance and Economics from West Texas A&M University. Carr earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics with a minor in English and statistics from Appalachian State University. Carr currently serves as a lecturer of finance within Appalachian State University’s Walker College of Business. Prior to joining […]