Alumni Profiles

Sep 29, 2025

Brandon Frederick ‘23, Engineering Manager, Core Technology Molding Corporation

For Brandon Frederick, pursuing an MBA wasn’t just about advancing his own career – it was about equipping himself to solve problems with sustainable, strategic solutions. Along the way, he’s grown into a leader not only within his organization but also in his community, where he’s helping inspire the next generation of S.T.E.A.M. professionals.

Jun 3, 2025

From Project Manager to Product Leader: Deion Doubledee’s Jenkins MBA Journey

From marketing and banking to product leadership, Deion Doubledee used the Jenkins MBA to pivot his career, expand his network, and thrive while balancing work, school, and family.

Luke Hale and two of his children in pink shirts

Apr 16, 2025

Dean’s Dialogues: Get to Know Jenkins MBA Graduate Luke Hale

Hale, who got his MBA at Poole College, discusses his transition from the military to civilian life and gives advice to new students and ones in internships.

Geoff Bock speaks to a group of students

Mar 4, 2025

The Heart of the N.C. PSI: Poole Graduate Geoff Bock

Editor’s Note: As we gear up for NC State’s 2025 Day of Giving on March 26, the N.C. PSI is highlighting passion-inspired, donor-fueled staff, students and others behind our plant sciences…

Feb 10, 2025

Moss Withers ‘10, CEO and Founding Principal, Lee & Associates, Raleigh-Durham

While completing his Jenkins MBA degree, Moss Withers entered the Raleigh-area commercial real estate market as a broker – and quickly became one of the area’s industry leaders. Today, he has completed more than 1,600 transactions totaling more than $1 billion, including large land assemblages, office sales and leasing, and investment properties.

Oct 2, 2024

Dennis Mabe ’22, CEO, Randolph Electric Membership Corporation

Dennis Mabe entered the Jenkins MBA program with one primary goal: to become CEO of his organization. He not only accomplished his goal but gained valuable leadership skills and lifelong friendships along the way.

Aug 13, 2024

First Business Sustainability Certificate Graduate Shares Program Highlights

Andre Little, the first graduate of NC State's Business Sustainability Certificate program, has excelled both academically and professionally. His participation in the Brazil study abroad program and hands-on projects have prepared him to lead in corporate responsibility and sustainability consulting.

Jul 1, 2024

Red Hat Director of Marketing Emily Curley ‘11 Builds Career With Jenkins MBA

Emily Curley, a Jenkins MBA alum and director of marketing at Red Hat, shares about her career path, what she gained in the Full-time MBA program and a few words of advice for prospective students.

Jun 27, 2024

Marcus Rountree ‘12, Senior Manager of Product Management at McDonald’s

Thanks to the resources and career advancement opportunities in the Jenkins MBA program, Marcus Rountree went from teaching middle school science to leading technology integration for a multibillion-dollar global company – and increasing his income tenfold.

Jun 26, 2024

Retired Army Officer Finds His Place at Poole and in the Workplace

From ‘blank slate’ to full-time job, the Poole College Career Center helped Jenkins MBA grad Luke Hale find and follow a path.