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  1. Taking the World by Storm

    Class of 04 Fungisai Nota: Entrepreneurial Difference Maker

    May 28, 2025

    Founder & CEO, Nota Consulting Group, Proverbs Capital, Pharmacy Solutions Simplified (PSS), Navala Global
    B.A. Economics, Finance, International Business
    M.S. Economics, Iowa State
    MPH Public Health, Drexel University
    Ph.D. Economics, University of Nevada Reno

    “The liberal arts approach [at Simpson] made me well rounded and able to adapt and find synergies in other disciplines.”

  2. Taking the World by Storm

    Class of 05 Tammy (Foster) Evrard: Prolific Brand Builder

    May 28, 2025

    Vice President, Brand Partnerships, Atmosphere TV
    Co-Owner, Evolve Yoga & Fitness
    B.A.: Corporate Communications

    “I think the biggest lesson from my time at Simpson is that it’s valuable to have a unique POV and not be lost in a sea of sameness. The hard things are worth the challenge — challenges bring the biggest reward.”

  3. Taking the World by Storm

    Class of 06 Chuck Petersen: Finding His Skol Purpose

    May 28, 2025

    Senior Manager, Team Operations, Minnesota Vikings
    B.A. Business Management
    M.S. Sport Administration, Canisius University

    “Simpson taught me to be responsible, organized and how to prepare for life experiences. It challenged and pushed me to grow in areas outside my comfort zone.”

  4. Taking the World by Storm

    Class of 07 Danielle Farrell: Compassionate Educator

    May 28, 2025

    Training Specialist, Artemis Arc, Alexandria, Va.
    B.A. English and Secondary Education
    M.A. Creative Writing, Fairleigh Dickinson University
    M.A. Educational Leadership, Drake University
    Ph.D. Education, Drake University

    “I can’t begin to describe the vast ways that Simpson has contributed to my life journey, both professionally and personally.”

  5. Taking the World by Storm

    Class of 08 Benay Hicks: Growing Literacy from the Get-Go

    May 28, 2025

    Chief External Relations Officer, Book Harvest, Durham, N.C.
    B.A. Psychology and Religion
    ThM Boston University
    Doctoral Student, Leadership Psychology, William James College

    “I’ll never be able to fully articulate what Simpson did for me...My professors were exceptional and didn’t just teach me the subject matter, they taught me about life.”

  6. Taking the World by Storm

    Class of 09 Josh Blackford: On Top of His Game

    May 28, 2025

    Vice President, Operations & Stadium General Manager, Sporting Kansas City
    B.A. Sport Administration
    M.S. Counseling, Kansas State University

    “Simpson provided the foundation for my professional journey. The small college environment helped make my education more personal, more relevant, and more well-rounded.”

  7. Taking the World by Storm

    Class of 10 Tara (Christensen) Wachendorf: The Joy of Leading and Giving

    May 28, 2025

    President, GreenState Foundation
    Vice President, Public Relations, GreenState Credit Union
    B.A.: Marketing

    “Simpson is the best experience I could have asked for. It forced me to try new things, step outside my comfort zone and learn to communicate more confidently.”

  8. Taking the World by Storm

    Class of 11 Michael Schwoll: Doing Business in Good Taste

    May 28, 2025

    Sales Director, Grand Napa Vineyards
    B.A.: International Business

    “Simpson College helped me understand the importance of international business and marketing, especially in today’s world.”

  9. Taking the World by Storm

    Class of 12 Jessica Mallow Gulley: Making Magical Music Memories

    May 28, 2025

    President and CEO, Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra
    B.M. Vocal Performance
    M.A. Arts Management, American University

    “My training at Simpson to be an opera singer and musician, and [Simpson’s] in-depth music curriculum set me up better than anywhere in the country could have for a professional career.”

  10. Taking the World by Storm

    Class of 13 Brenton Minish: Always a Team Player

    May 28, 2025

    Director of Partnerships, Otto
    B.A. Business Management
    MBA Wake Forest University

    “Simpson has played a huge part in my success. It gave me exposure to areas I would have never been exposed to at other schools.”