UC Irvine Paul Merage School of Business

First-gen student Jeff Goyer MBA '19 is director of enterprise analytics at Sycuan Casino Resort, where he’s responsible for financial planning. Initially furloughed from MGM due to the pandemic, Goyer's experience, education and professional network helped him land his new leadership role. #UCIMerage More: http://bit.ly/3pEiLKb

Jordyn Weaver MIE '21 is the Vice President of Social Engagements and Events for Black Management Association (BMA). Her job is to create opportunities for Black students with business leaders in the industry. She has exciting events for the year plannedan event with Dean Ian Williamson, an entrepreneurial panel event and a cross-collegiate Spring Conference. Not only does Jordyn serve on BMA's board, but she is also managing her own startup. Forefront is a passion project s...he started during her time at the Merage School. Her goal is to have Forefront serve as an online marketplace for Black-owned businesses; Jordyn wants to create sustainable Black brands across the globe. Jordyn chose the Master in Innovation and Entrepreneurship program at the Merage School because it is "exactly what [she] needed as an aspiring entrepreneur." She advises and encourages aspiring entrepreneurs to think big and believe in yourself! #UCIMerage | #MerageMBA | #BlackHistoryMonth

Missed out on setting your New Year's resolutions? There's a second chance with Lunar New Year right around the corner! Celebrate this special day with us. #UCIMerage #YearOfTheOx UC Irvine School of Social Sciences More: http://bit.ly/3r1r7M4

Professor Tonya Bradford is recognized for her efforts to promote equity, diversity and inclusion with the 2020 Inclusive Excellence Spirit Award. She is the faculty advisor for Black Management Association and was instrumental to its launch last year. #UCIMerage

Scott "Will" Wollack EMBA '19 and his team at Covalent want to help save the planet and look fashionable while doing so. With his background in chemistry and business, Wollack helped launch Covalent's first line of carbon-negative eyewear and accessoriespowered by blockchain. #UCIMerage #DigitallyDriven More: http://bit.ly/3sZohcb