CHALLENGEMission Statement
The Business Advisory Council’s mission is to provide guidance, support, and expertise to enhance the educational experience and professional development of Neumann University's business students. We are committed to fostering a collaborative environment between industry professionals, faculty, and students, with the aim of equipping our students with the knowledge, skills, and ethical values necessary for successful careers in the business world.
Ryan Anastasiadis '16
Ryan Anastasiadis ‘16, is part of the Comcast Corporate Environmental Sustainability team responsible for government regulated emissions reporting. The Sustainability team leads multi-division efforts to quantify and improve carbon emissions & reporting in a changing regulatory environment.
Ryan is responsible for Scope 1 & 2 reporting across Comcast’s global footprint, as well as audit controls and data stewardship. The team is also responsible for materiality assessments, renewable energy reporting, and business stakeholder relations. Previously, Ryan has worked in Finance, Health Insurance, and Operations.
Ryan received his Accounting and Computer Information Management degrees from Neumann University and his master’s degree in Business Intelligence and Analytics from St. Joseph’s University.
Krista Arndt
Krista Arndt is the chief information security officer for United Musculoskeletal Partners, the nation's leading MSK management services organization. Arndt has 14 years of experience working in information security governance, risk management, process engineering, and project management in the financial and defense sectors. Arndt received her degree in biology from Felician University.
Robert M. Barbacane
Robert Barbacane is the founder of Barbacane, Thornton & Co LLP. He graduated from the University of Scranton with a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting. Rob has experience in accounting and auditing as well as tax and advisory services to a variety of commercial industries, nonprofit and government entities. Rob is a member of the American Institute of CPA's the Pennsylvania institute of CPA's and the Delaware Society of CPA's. He is past president of the Delaware County chapter of the National Association of accountants and serves on the political action and legislative committee of the Pennsylvania institute of CPA's he's an active member of the community he serves on as the board of directors of Crozer keystone health System and chairman of the audit committee. He also serves as the president of Goodwill Industries of Delaware and Delaware County.
Lothar E. S. Budike, Sr.
Lothar E.S. Budike, Sr., P.E. is President & CEO of A-Valley Engineers, Inc (AVE.) AVE has been providing world-class engineering services to clients throughout North America and around the world since 1964.
Through this association, A Valley Engineering has developed a unique capability to provide project management and multidisciplinary engineering consulting services to government and industry. It is known for its management expertise, technical excellence and innovative marine solutions.
Attilio (Al) Del Fra
Al Del Fra is currently a Senior Treasury consultant with F.E. DiBacco, Inc., (FED). The firm offers specialized, in-depth, and incisive analysis of corporate depository relationships and identifies opportunities to reduce bank fees.
Al has worked in the banking industry for 51 years, the last ten years spent with Citizens Bank and Bank of America. As a Senior Global Treasury consultant and Senior Vice President while in the banking industry, Al has won numerous awards for achieving annual sales and portfolio goals while building trustworthy relationships with his banking clients. Al supported several markets as a Global Treasury consultant which included the Healthcare Industry, Financial Institutions, Middle Market clients, Large and Foreign-owned corporate clients.
A veteran of the U.S. Navy, and Magnum Cum Laude graduate of Saint Bernard College, Al also did graduate work at Widener University. Al was an Adjunct Professor at Neumann University, and current member of the Neumann University Business Advisory Council. A 4th Degree Knights of Columbus, Al does volunteer work for SS. Philip & James parish in Exton, PA, and St. Agnes parish, West Chester, PA.
Tel:123-456-789
Dennis Donovan
Dennis Donovan is a retired Managing Director of Marsh Inc. where he led the Company’s Sports & Entertainment Center of Excellence. Marsh is the world’s leading insurance broker and risk advisor. Dennis is a graduate of the University of Delaware where he majored in Economics and earned his MBA from Drexel University
Stephen J. Finch
Stephen J. Finch Stephen Finch is an applied statistician whose major areas of interest are statistical genetic epidemiology and applied longitudinal data analysis. Statistical genetic epidemiology studies the genetics of complex human traits, such as bipolar disorder or schizophrenia. One of the major longitudinal studies, with faculty in the Stony Brook Department of Psychiatry, concerns the effects of medications on the course of mental illnesses. In addition to serving in the United States Air Force, Finch has consulted in the biomedical and environmental assessment division, the department of applied science, and the department of nuclear energy, at the Brookhaven National Laboratory in Upton, New York. Stephen is an alumnus of both St. Louis University and Princeton University.
Anthony P. Grassia Jr.
Anthony P. Grassia Jr. is the Vice President of Production Management, Event Staging at IMS Technology Services, Inc. in Garnet Valley PA.
IMS specializes in delivering presentation, live event technology, collaboration and unified communication technologies that drive ROI and enhance communications to meet the goals of the organizations we serve. We believe individual approach with each, and every client fosters long-term relationships while providing high impact events that customers and participants will remember.
Anthony has produced events worldwide for various corporate and private clients including the Pope and various past and present United States Presidents, but his most memorable event is still the, 1st ever, Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl Parade in 2018.
Anthony obtained his bachelor’s degree from Cabrini University in Communications/English in ’03.
Email:agrassia@imsts.com
Mike McKeown
Mike McKeown has a 30+ year career of marketing and selling technology goods and services to Fortune 500 clients and beyond. He is currently an Account Executive at SEVN-X, LLC., an information security consulting firm.
McKeown has a keen knowledge of what it takes to sell and market services to the corporate prospect, utilizing a mix of old school and new tech approaches. He is a graduate of St. Joseph’s University.
Angela McQuillan
Angela McQuillan, a Philadelphia-based artist, designer and curator, merges the realms of art and science in her creative endeavors. With A B.S. in Biology from the University of Texas at Austin, a B.F.A. in Painting and Drawing from Tyler School of Art, and an M.P.S. in Business for Art and Design from Maryland Institute College of Art, Angela brings a unique perspective honed over two decades in scientific and creative exploration, spanning academia, pharmaceuticals, communications, marketing and arts administration.
Currently, Angela is the proud owner of Chimaera Gallery nestled in the vibrant neighborhood of East Falls, Philadelphia. Her artistic contributions have earned accolades and featured placements in publications including The New York Times, Forbes, and SciArt in America, solidifying her position as a trailblazer at the intersection of art and science.
David Menichello
David Menichello is the Partner & Director for Security Product Management for Netrix Global, an award-winning cybersecurity and IT solutions provider that designs, delivers, and supports enterprise infrastructures. David has nearly 25 years of experience spanning roles in Information Security, IT, Risk, and Audit. He has held senior leadership positions at Fortune 500 financial software and services companies, with extensive global experience in capital markets, banking, insurance, broker-dealers, and payment technologies. David developed information security and technology risk programs for several companies. He has also built and led high-performing global information security teams. Because much of his work experience was spent in two demanding, regulated industries (financial services and pharmaceuticals), David has an appreciation for the operational and compliance challenges that many of his clients’ face.
David holds a bachelor’s degree in international business from James Madison University in Virginia and an MBA from Saint Joseph’s University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He also studied at the European Business School in Germany. He holds the CISSP and CRISC certifications.
Marty Nebel
Marty Nebel is the Vice President and Chief Information Security Officer for Essent Guaranty, a private mortgage insurer headquartered in Radnor, Pennsylvania. Nebel manages IT Program Management, Vendor and Contract Management, and Information Security, DR/BCP. Nebel is a graduate of Dickinson College.
W. Randy Printz '09
Randy Printz has been with TD Bank since 2007 and has held several positions within both the retail and commercial bank including: customer service representative, assistant store manager, store manager and small business lender. He is currently a vice president within the small business lending department of the Delaware/Chester County region. He has a Bachelor of Science from Neumann University.
Chad A. Rolston '01
Chad Rolston is the manager of Real Estate Insights at Wawa, Inc. and has worked there since 2000. Chad has held prior roles in Information Technology implementing solutions for various departments across the organization and since 2015 has worked in Real Estate leading a team to support Wawa’s continue growth in new and existing markets. Rolston earned a BS in Computer Information Management and an MBA from St. Joseph’s University
Maria Y. Rolston '01, '04
Maria Rolston is Senior Vice President, Chief Administrative Officer at Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union (FMFCU). She began her career at FMFCU in 2006. In her current role, she oversees the development of vision, strategy, goals and plans for the Talent Management, Marketing, Facilities, Physical Security, Corporate Social Responsibility, Information Technology and Information Security areas. She serves as FMFCU Foundation’s Board as Vice President and development chair. She is SHRM Senior certified (SHRM-SCP), certified in Myers Briggs Type Indicator, and a member of the Society for Human Resources Management. Rolston earned a BS in Business, BS in Computer Information Systems and an MS in Education from Neumann University.
Michael Simpson
Michael Simpson is presently the managing partner of Brinker Simpson Certified Public Accountants & Advisors. Brinker specializes in business consulting and tax work for start-up and established businesses individual tax preparation and preparation of business valuations for small closely held corporations and partnerships. Brinker holds an accounting degree from Lasalle University.
Alfred E. Santoro, IV, M.Ed.
Alfred E. Santoro, IV, M.Ed.
Fred Santoro is the University Relations Coordinator and Talent Acquisition Specialist at SEI Investment Company, where he bridges the gap between academic institutions and corporate opportunity. With a robust foundation in education, Fred brings over two decades of experience as an educator to his current role.
He earned his Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education from Penn State University and later completed a Master of Education at Villanova University. His 20-year career in education included 13 years teaching 6th and 8th grade history and English, coaching football, basketball, and baseball, six years as an Athletic Director, and seven years as a Vice Principal.
Fred’s transition to talent acquisition was fueled by his passion for mentorship and leadership development. At SEI, he leverages his deep understanding of student potential and institutional collaboration to identify and cultivate emerging talent.
Outside of work, Fred enjoys reading, writing (author of The Weight of Quiet Waters), fishing, golfing, cooking, and traveling—pursuits that reflect his curiosity, creativity, and love for exploration.
Tel:123-456-789
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