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Thunderbird School of Global Management - Global Admissions Team

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Global Admissions Team

Josh Allen - Director, Global MBA On-Demand Programs

Josh Allen
DIRECTOR, GLOBAL MBA On-DEMAND PRograMS

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Education
BA – International Studies – Brigham Young University
Global MBA On-Demand – Thunderbird

Languages Spoken
Mandarin Chinese – Conversant
Hmong – Fluent
Spanish – Beginner

Thunderbird Statement
"Thunderbird allows you to earn a degree with a global focus at any stage of your life or career. Whether you want to work internationally or domestically, Thunderbird is the only degree you'll need. The skills you learn here will change your life."

Keaton Allen

KEATON ALLEN
DIRECTOR, EXECUTIVE MBA PROGRAM

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E-mail
keaton.allen@thunderbird.edu

Education
Thunderbird MBA ’09, BYU ’01 (Bachelor of Arts, Maj: Economics, Min:Portuguese)

Languages Spoken
English
Portuguese
Cape Verdean Creole

Rungrat (Bell) Benjapatanamongkol - Assistanct Director of Global Recruitment

Rungrat (Bell) Benjapatanamongkol
Assistant Director OF Global Recruitment

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Education
BBA – General Management – Assumption University, Thailand
MBA – Global Marketing – Thunderbird

Languages Spoken
Thai – Native
Mandarin – Fluent
Japanese – Basic

Thunderbird Statement
"Thunderbird is a school that solely focuses on international business and studies. Every activity and class that we have is geared towards that direction. Our students all have the same kind of mindset, the thirst to explore the world and the curiosity to learn about other cultures. That's what make us so unique. I also like the balance between Americans and international students that Thunderbird has, so that there's a good mix of people from all over the world. It is not everyday that you can walk into a classroom and meet people from so many different countries. If your interest is in the field of global business, Thunderbird is the perfect school for you."

Patricia Breceda - Director - Global MBA For Latin American Managers

Patricia Breceda
Director - Global MBA for Latin American Managers

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Education
BA – Management – University of Phoenix
MBA – Management Information Systems – Western International University

Languages Spoken
Spanish – Fluent

Thunderbird Statement
"It has been a real pleasure for me to be part of the great group of people that form the Global MBA for Latin American Managers program. The experience and the friendships that form within our student body make us a unique and dynamic group that cannot be duplicated. Our students are a truly global community without borders."

Tom Brennan - Director of Global Recruitment

Tom Brennan
Director of Global Recruitment

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Education
BSBA – Business – Bucknell University
MBA – International Management – Thunderbird

Languages Spoken
Chinese – Advanced
Spanish – Basic
German – Basic

Thunderbird Statement
"Thunderbird is a community of students, faculty and alumni who have a 'global mindset.' These are individuals who embrace other cultures and want to learn from and about people who differ from themselves. A Thunderbird graduate will walk away with a deeper understanding of people from other parts of the world, an understanding of business on a global scale, and a vast network of over 40,000 like-minded people."

Director of Admissions and Recruitment

Jay Bryant
Director of Admissions and Recruitment

Education
Honors Liberal Arts/Plan II – University of Texas
Texas Lifetime Teaching Certificate in Spanish
MBA – Thunderbird

Languages Spoken
Spanish – Fluent
French – High intermediate
Studied Arabic, Italian and Portuguese

Thunderbird Statement
"Thunderbird is a place for people who want to do good in the world and realize that an education in management, and working with the business world, are impactful ways to make a difference."

Caitlin Ham - Global Recruitment Coordinator

Caitlin Ham
Global Recruitment Coordinator

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Education
BA-European Studies-Trinity College University of Dublin, Ireland

Languages Spoken
Spanish-Advanced
French – Advanced
Russian – Intermediate

Thunderbird Statement
"Thunderbird is a unique institution seeking to mold world business leaders and develop their global perspective in both their personal and professional spheres; influencing how they think, communicate and lead.  For those seeking to prepare themselves for the new age of global business, Thunderbird is the place to learn."

Cindy Janus - Assistant Director of Global Recruitment

Cindy Janus
Assistant Director OF Global Recruitment

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Education
BA – Mass Communications – University of California at Berkeley
MBA – Marketing & International Business – University of Hawaii at Manoa

Languages Spoken
Mandarin – Fluent
Spanish – Basic

Thunderbird Statement
"What sets Thunderbird apart is its mission: To educate global leaders who create sustainable prosperity worldwide. Students are encouraged to think and act in a globally conscientious and ethical manner throughout their time at Thunderbird. When students graduate, their goal is not just to make a difference through business, but to make a positive impact on the world."

Will McDonald - Director of Academic Programs, Business Development (Geneva)

WILL MCDONALD
DIRECTOR OF ACADEMIC PROGRAMS, BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT (GENEVA)

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Education
BA – Mathematics, minor in English Literature – State University of New York
Extensive graduate work in Counseling Psychology at Marywood University

Languages Spoken
French – Basic
Spanish – Basic

Thunderbird Statement
"At Thunderbird, you come across some remarkable people, and discover quickly that you're surrounded by others who share your passion for world affairs and the common value of global citizenship. If you're curious and open-minded, and you're motivated by exploring new places, then you'll feel right at home at Thunderbird. And while you'll feel that instant connection, studying at Thunderbird will still challenge you beyond your comfort zone, expose you to new ideas, and inspire you to think beyond any boundaries for what you can achieve."

Julie McGough - Global Recruitment Coordinator

JULIE MCGOUGH
GLOBAL RECRUITMENT COORDINATOR

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Education
BA-International Business/French - Fort Lewis College

Languages Spoken
French - Intermediate

Thunderbird Statement
"When you become a Thunderbird you join a tight-knit business community which spans over 140 countries. T-birds love to network and are able to connect at monthly events which are supported by over 150 active alumni chapters."

Clark Morris - Assistant Director of Global Recruitment

CLARK MORRIS
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF GLOBAL RECRUITMENT

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Education
BBA – Managing Information Systems – University of Georgia
MBA – International Management – Thunderbird

Languages Spoken
Spanish – Conversant

Thunderbird Statement
"Thunderbird truly is a unique place. It is very difficult to sum up in words what Thunderbird is all about, but I believe the greatest asset has to be its diverse student body and alumni. Meeting and interacting with people from all over the world with such diverse backgrounds and experiences has been the most rewarding part of the experience for me. Going to school at Thunderbird was almost like traveling to a new and exciting country every day. Each and every experience, whether in the classroom or on the soccer pitch, was truly unique."

John Robinson - Assistant Director OF Global Recruitment, Distance Learning Programs

JOHN ROBINSON
Assistant Director OF Global Recruitment, Distance Learning Programs

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Education
BS – Management – Grand Canyon University

Languages Spoken
Spanish – Intermediate

Thunderbird Statement
"Thunderbird is the only place where people from every part of the world, every social class, every creed, every race and every religion can come together and strive for the same purpose: To create sustainable prosperity worldwide."

Lora Wilcomb - Senior Admissions Coordinator, Executive MBA Programs

LORA WILCOMB
SENIOR ADMISSIONS COORDINATOR, EXECUTIVE MBA PROGRAMS

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Education
BA – Business & Communications - Saint Mary's College, Notre Dame, Indiana
Global MBA – Thunderbird School of Global Management

Languages Spoken
Italian- High Intermediate
Spanish- Basic

Thunderbird Statement
"Thunderbird is a place unlike any other. We gather students from around the world who come together to learn from the best faculty and from each other's unique perspectives and experiences. I am proud to be a member of this truly outstanding organization. No matter where you are, you know you always have compatriots in other T-birds. We are truly global citizens."