Overview
MBA Student Ambassadors are a prestigious team of MBA students, who work closely with the MBA Director and MBA Program Staff to represent the graduate student body. MBA Student Ambassadors are responsible for supporting prospective, new and current students, their families, guests, alumni, business partners and friends of the college and university. Additionally, by assisting at MBA Program events, providing campus tours and interacting with students through e-mail, social media, and promote the image of the Jack H. Brown College of Business and Public Administration (JHBC). Ambassadors are highly visible members of the MBA Program Team helping build a strong graduate student community across CSUSB and strength ties between the MBA Program and students.
MBA Student Ambassadors are students who have demonstrated a high potential for academic success, community service, fostering diversity, and leadership. Participation in the Ambassador Program will demonstrate the importance of interacting with fellow students and show them the impact that becoming involved in the campus community can have. Ambassadors are selected through an application process reviewed by the MBA Program. Only current MBA students are eligible to apply. Candidates are held to the highest standards of excellence.
MBA Student Ambassadors
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Driven by a passion for understanding consumer behavior and market dynamics, Celestine is pursuing an MBA with a concentration in Marketing. His academic journey began with a BSc in Marketing, and has further strengthened his expertise through certifications in Data Science Methodology and IBM’s Big Data 101, equipping him to thrive in today’s data-centric business world. |
 Susana Saavedra MBA for Executives Candidate |
Susana is currently pursuing her Executive MBA, building on her foundation as a dedicated professional in the Human Resources field. A proud graduate of California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB), she earned her BA in Human Resources in 2022, graduating with Cum Laude honors. With over eight years of experience in Human Resources, Susana has developed a strong expertise in the industry. She obtained her professional certification from the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) in July 2022 and is currently the Human Resources Manager at a logistics company in Ontario. At CSUSB, Susana actively contributes to the campus community as a member of the CSUSB SHRM, where she serves on the executive board as treasurer. In her personal life, Susana is passionate about animals and currently cares for seven beloved pets, six dogs and one cat. |
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Shardul Kulkarni MBA Candidate, Dual Management & Finance Concentration |
Shardul joined CSUSB as an MBA student in August 2022 and became a member of the SMSU Board in September 2023, where he currently serves as the Secretary. With a robust background in finance and investment, Shardul brings extensive experience in portfolio management, strategic investment, and market analysis. He is currently pursuing an MBA in Management and Finance and has previously managed his own startup, Trident Solutions, focusing on business strategy and operational efficiency. |
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MBA Candidate, Dual Marketing Management & Global Supply Chain Management Concentrations |
Melis is an MBA candidate with a concentration in Marketing Management and Global Supply Chain Management at California State University, San Bernardino, expected to graduate in 2025. She holds a bachelor’s degree in American Studies and International Relations. Currently, she work as a Product Marketing Intern at Nextlabs and serves as a Graduate Assistant specializing in social media for CSUSB’s MBA program. Melis is actively involved as President of the American Marketing Association: San Bernardino and the Social Media Coordinator for the CSUSB Latino Business Student Association as well as SCHRM. Melis is a polyglot—native in Turkish and proficient in French and Spanish |
 Rochelle Reynoldson MBA Candidate, Management Focus |
Rochelle Reynoldson is currently working towards an MBA with a focus in Management. She is a previous CSUSB graduate, receiving her BS in Nursing with a minor in Business Administration in 2000. Professionally, Rochelle has been working as a nurse for 22 years. She is currently working with the San Bernardino County Juvenile Probation department. In her free time, Rochelle love to travel. She started internationally traveling in 2019 with her daughters and plans one trip every 2 years. |
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MS IST Candidate, Business Intelligence and Analytics specialization |
My name is Shrishti, it is my pleasure to meet everyone! At Cal State, San Bernardino, Shrishti is a Master of Science student in Information Systems and Technology, specializing in Business Intelligence and Analytics. |
Celestine Nwangwu
Melis Yurdakul 
Shrishti Sharma