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Alumni in Action: Business and Finance

Jimmy Williams '83 Returns to Dickinson as Burgess Executive in Residence

The multistore McDonald's franchisee joins the Burgess Institute to help prepare students for what's next.

Burgess Executive in Residence Jimmy Williams '83 on Why the Liberal Arts Matter

On his multifaceted career, he says, “The education that I got here led me to believe that I could do anything."

Keystones of Gratitude

Dickinson trustee Greg Zimmerman '83 was the first in his family to graduate from college. Decades later, he and his wife, Mira, are being honored for their transformational philanthropy.

A Scholarship for 'Whole Person' Growth

The Snyder Family Scholarship supports first-generation and parochial-school students seeking to continue their faith journeys in college.

A Q&A With Mike Capone '88, on the Heels of His $1,000,000 Gift to Dickinson

A long-time leader in data analytics and AI, Capone has spent decades at the center of the industry that his $1 million gift will help students break into.

Mike Capone '88 Gives $1 Million to Advance Data Intelligence at Dickinson

The alum's landmark gift will fund data-analytics mentorships, internships, research grants and real-world projects—and a new position.

Building for What’s Next

Founding Principal of SHoP Architects Chris Sharples ’87 returns to Dickinson to share knowledge and expertise as Burgess Institute Executive in Residence.

Advice From the Road: From English Major to Global Finance

"Alumni who’ve built dynamic, sometimes unexpected careers expand our sense of possibility.” Michael Meagher ’00 took a nonlinear path to global finance. He recently shared the keys to his success.

Going the Distance: Dickinson Alum Funds New Scholarship Through NYC Marathon

Holcombe Green ’92’s first marathon was the largest in the world. Reaching the finish line, he raised funds for a new Dickinson scholarship, turning a fitness goal into opportunities for NYC students.

Risk, Reward, Repeat: Ahead of the Curve With Kevin Laws ’88

Starting college at age 15, Kevin Laws '88 took a fast track to success in startups and tech. His secret sauce: Bold moves, big ideas and seeing what others miss.

Video: Epic Founder and CEO Judy Faulkner '65 Receives 2025 President’s Award

Video playlist captures all the quotable moments from Faulkner's on-campus interview earlier this year.

Wall Street Pipeline: Lazard Alumni Return to Dickinson to Recruit

Alumni in finance share insights, opportunities, tips and encouragement while seeking new talent.

AI in Education: Coding the Future With Google’s Max Rios '21

How is AI reshaping education? Google's Max Rios '21 shares insights on the promise and pitfalls—and inspires conversation among future tech innovators.

Karen Buchholz '88 Launches Young Alumni Giving Challenge

“Together we can make sure this powerful education continues to change lives and shape tomorrow's leaders."

Amara Anigbo '20 Named Schwarzman Scholar

Through the prestigious scholarship, the Google product manager will examine the effect of China's investment in Africa.

Donor Profile: Nalleli Sagardia Hassan ’07 and Mo Hassan ’05

"We're living the life of our wildest dreams." Dickinson and Posse brought them together and provided tools for success. Now Nalleli Sagardia Hassan '07 and Mo Hassan '05 help open doors for others.

Profiles in Leadership: Cody Nichols '15, Campbell's Soup Company

The former economics and mathematics major discusses the influence Dickinson had on his career and how the Burgess Institute is vital in influencing the next generation of Dickinsonians.

CEO Alumna Provides Mentorship to Students

"We are here for you," says CEO Amy Nauiokas '94, Dickinson's second Burgess Institute executive-in-residence, speaking with students about entrepreneurship and leadership in finance and media.

Exclusive Dickinson Internship Opens Doors in Business, Finance

CEO Rob Jakacki '89 knows what it takes to excel in business and finance. He says his firm's data internship—offered exclusively to Dickinson students—is a win-win.

Students Get Inside Knowledge From CEO Alum

Mike Capone '88, CEO of Qlik, returns to campus as part of the Burgess Institute's Profiles in Leadership series to impart life and business lessons to students.