Leadership

DIRECTOR

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	Atul Teckchandani Hello! My name is Atul and I am the director of the Business Honors program. It is such an honor to be part of a program that brings in curious, talented, motivated, high-potential business students and helps them get the college experience they deserve. A college experience that allows them to make lifelong friends while setting them up for professional success. I’ve been at CSUF since 2010, teaching classes in management, leadership, entrepreneurship, and well-being. I’ve worked to build collaborations between the College of Business and Economics and the College of Engineering and Computer Science. I’ve run an academic internship program for students who want to experience how to create an innovative product. I’ve also run a summer study abroad program, immersing students in a new culture and challenging them to develop their abilities to manage a global workforce. And I have expertise in career exploration and development. I use my background and experience to support all BH students so that they can thrive while at CSUF and can achieve their post-college professional goals.

Atul Teckchandani

Hello! My name is Atul and I am the director of the Business Honors program. It is such an honor to be part of a program that brings in curious, talented, motivated, high-potential business students and helps them get the college experience they deserve. A college experience that allows them to make lifelong friends while setting them up for professional success.

I’ve been at CSUF since 2010, teaching classes in management, leadership, entrepreneurship, and well-being. I’ve worked to build collaborations between the College of Business and Economics and the College of Engineering and Computer Science. I’ve run an academic internship program for students who want to experience how to create an innovative product. I’ve also run a summer study abroad program, immersing students in a new culture and challenging them to develop their abilities to manage a global workforce. And I have expertise in career exploration and development.

I use my background and experience to support all BH students so that they can thrive while at CSUF and can achieve their post-college professional goals.

Program Counselor

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	Samantha Lim I am an enthusiastic academic advising professional with a strong emphasis on equity, accountability, and empathy for students. I graduated from the University of California, Irvine with an ongoing three years of experience in academic advising and two more years of experience mentoring and coaching students towards success. I was involved in leadership positions as the financial vice president in the Pilipinx-Americans in Social Studies and the high school outreach director at Magnolia High School. I am passionate about academic excellence and creating an environment that fosters it. I understand that students face adversity outside of the classroom. I believe that all students can succeed when given the opportunity and accessibility to resources to thrive. For students to flourish, they must take responsibility and first care for themselves. In my role as the program counselor, I provide the space for students to receive guidance and overcome challenges. It is most rewarding to see students off through the Business Honors program, thriving in their fields, and building connections to last a lifetime. It is a privilege to bring out personal, professional, and academic growth to all 160 students.

Samantha Lim

I am an enthusiastic academic advising professional with a strong emphasis on equity, accountability, and empathy for students. I graduated from the University of California, Irvine with an ongoing three years of experience in academic advising and two more years of experience mentoring and coaching students towards success. I was involved in leadership positions as the financial vice president in the Pilipinx-Americans in Social Studies and the high school outreach director at Magnolia High School.

I am passionate about academic excellence and creating an environment that fosters it. I understand that students face adversity outside of the classroom. I believe that all students can succeed when given the opportunity and accessibility to resources to thrive. For students to flourish, they must take responsibility and first care for themselves. In my role as the program counselor, I provide the space for students to receive guidance and overcome challenges.

It is most rewarding to see students off through the Business Honors program, thriving in their fields, and building connections to last a lifetime. It is a privilege to bring out personal, professional, and academic growth to all 160 students.

Business Honors Student Assistant

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	Geneveve Castañeda Hello everyone! My name is Geneveve Castañeda and I will study Entertainment and Hospitality Management with a minor in Cinema and Television Arts. This is my third year as a Business Honors student and second year as the BH student assistant, where I work alongside our program director and counselor. My main goal is to help support the program wherever needed, which includes administrative duties, contributing to the planning of BH program events, tracking attendance for all our events, and assisting the leadership and project teams. Over the summer, I gained skills in program and venue research, event hosting, and organizing workplace tasks as an intern with NBCUniversal for their human resources and marketing departments. I look forward to the exciting new qualities this academic year will bring and am enthusiastic to bring forth my knowledge to make this program exceptional.

Geneveve Castañeda

Hello everyone! My name is Geneveve Castañeda and I will study Entertainment and Hospitality Management with a minor in Cinema and Television Arts. This is my third year as a Business Honors student and second year as the BH student assistant, where I work alongside our program director and counselor. My main goal is to help support the program wherever needed, which includes administrative duties, contributing to the planning of BH program events, tracking attendance for all our events, and assisting the leadership and project teams. Over the summer, I gained skills in program and venue research, event hosting, and organizing workplace tasks as an intern with NBCUniversal for their human resources and marketing departments. I look forward to the exciting new qualities this academic year will bring and am enthusiastic to bring forth my knowledge to make this program exceptional.

STEERING COMMITEE

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	Ameerah Hirji President of Public Relations Hello! My name is Ameerah Hirji, and I am a third-year student majoring in business administration with concentrations in accounting and business analytics. Having been a Business Honors student for the past two years, I hold great value in this community of talented students and supportive advisors. As the president of public relations, I oversee the Alumni Relations, Media Marketing, and Online Engagement project teams. I collaborate with the executive directors of these teams to develop initiatives and marketing strategies that expand the reach of our program. Each team has its own responsibilities, like hosting alumni events, creating content for social media, and developing the website, but they all work towards strengthening the Business Honors image. Through targeted outreach and engaging platforms, I am dedicated to fostering a dynamic and professional brand for our BH community.
	Kaylee Farrell President of Engagement Hello! My name is Kaylee Farrell, a fourth-year Business Honors student concentrating in human resources and finance. Since joining the program three years ago, I’ve experienced the profound impact of this program on our students’ lives. Like my peers, BH has provided me with transformative academic and professional opportunities and introduced me to a supportive community that has become a second home. As president of engagement, I oversee our three engagement project teams: Internal Engagement, Community Outreach, and Special Events and Wellness. These teams enable our students to create unforgettable experiences through events such as our winter gala, community service initiatives, and program retreats. I aim to continue to foster an inclusive and supportive environment that nurtures top business talent into exceptional professionals. I work closely with the executive directors of these teams, the BH counselor, the program director, and fellow presidents to uphold the vibrant and tight-knit community within BH.
	Hayden Parker President of Student Affairs Hello everyone! My name is Hayden Parker and I am a third-year student concentrating in accounting and finance. As the president of student affairs for the Business Honors Program, I oversee the strategy and logistics of the Professional Development, Analytics, and Recruitment project teams. I work closely with the executive directors of each team to ensure that the program offers extensive career opportunities, cutting-edge data insights, and key recruitment initiatives. I have been involved in Business Honors throughout my time at Cal State Fullerton and I am passionate about giving back to a program that has a profound impact on our students. I am dedicated to supporting our students in their academic and professional growth while building lasting connections within our community.

Ameerah Hirji

President of Public Relations

Hello! My name is Ameerah Hirji, and I am a third-year student majoring in business administration with concentrations in accounting and business analytics. Having been a Business Honors student for the past two years, I hold great value in this community of talented students and supportive advisors. As the president of public relations, I oversee the Alumni Relations, Media Marketing, and Online Engagement project teams. I collaborate with the executive directors of these teams to develop initiatives and marketing strategies that expand the reach of our program. Each team has its own responsibilities, like hosting alumni events, creating content for social media, and developing the website, but they all work towards strengthening the Business Honors image. Through targeted outreach and engaging platforms, I am dedicated to fostering a dynamic and professional brand for our BH community.

Kaylee Farrell

President of Engagement

Hello! My name is Kaylee Farrell, a fourth-year Business Honors student concentrating in human resources and finance. Since joining the program three years ago, I’ve experienced the profound impact of this program on our students’ lives. Like my peers, BH has provided me with transformative academic and professional opportunities and introduced me to a supportive community that has become a second home. As president of engagement, I oversee our three engagement project teams: Internal Engagement, Community Outreach, and Special Events and Wellness. These teams enable our students to create unforgettable experiences through events such as our winter gala, community service initiatives, and program retreats. I aim to continue to foster an inclusive and supportive environment that nurtures top business talent into exceptional professionals. I work closely with the executive directors of these teams, the BH counselor, the program director, and fellow presidents to uphold the vibrant and tight-knit community within BH.

Hayden Parker

President of Student Affairs

Hello everyone! My name is Hayden Parker and I am a third-year student concentrating in accounting and finance. As the president of student affairs for the Business Honors Program, I oversee the strategy and logistics of the Professional Development, Analytics, and Recruitment project teams. I work closely with the executive directors of each team to ensure that the program offers extensive career opportunities, cutting-edge data insights, and key recruitment initiatives. I have been involved in Business Honors throughout my time at Cal State Fullerton and I am passionate about giving back to a program that has a profound impact on our students. I am dedicated to supporting our students in their academic and professional growth while building lasting connections within our community.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS

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	Linette Medina Executive Director of Alumni Relations Hello everyone! My name is Linette and I’m a fourth-year student concentrating in business analytics and finance. As the Executive Director of Alumni Relations, I work with my team to foster strong, enduring relationships with past alumni and current students in BH. I aim to ensure meaningful engagement and support for current students transitioning into the professional world; my ultimate goal is to enrich BH’s alumni network and build relationships where mentorship can flourish.
	Cara Nguyen Executive Director of Media Marketing Hi! My name is Cara Nguyen and I am a second-year concentrating in entrepreneurship. As the Executive Director of Media Marketing, I oversee and collaborate with my team to create content for our Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok pages. We have the goal of promoting program opportunities and benefits, highlighting student success, and connecting the overall student community. This year, I am dedicated to building a positive, energetic, and creative working environment within the media marketing team. I am beyond excited to combine my love for graphic design and video creation with my passion for leadership and project management. My first year as a student in the Business Honors Program has given my college experience endless opportunities, and has allowed me to be a part of one of the warmest communities on campus. With my love for this program, I hope to encourage its continued development through my team's efforts.
	Dylan Ngo Executive Director of Online Engagement Hello everyone! My name is Dylan Ngo, and I am a second-year Business Honors student concentrating in marketing and information systems. As the Executive Director of Online Engagement, my team and I oversee the management of our three online platforms for the Business Honors Program: our official website, Canvas, and Discord. These platforms are essential as they provide students with an accessible, safe, and supportive environment where they can connect, collaborate, and find additional resources needed. Since joining the Business Honors Program, my college experience and personal growth have been profoundly enriched. I was amazed by the extensive range of opportunities the program offers from the very beginning. The resources, mentorship, and community have greatly contributed to my development, both academically and professionally. By fostering a supportive and engaging online environment, I hope to empower my peers to achieve success and professional growth together in our program team!
	Adreian Adarlo Executive Director of Internal Engagement Hello everyone! My name is Adreian Adarlo, and I’m majoring in business administration with a concentration in accounting. As Executive Director of Internal Engagement, I will be leading my team to host social events where members of the Business Honors can get to know each other and form bonds within and between our different cohorts. Whether it be through small cohort socials or big events such as our Spring Retreat, we want to give opportunities for students to socialize with one another and help build the community within our program. I aim to make the BH program feel like a second home for our students, and ensure that members have a growing sense of community with them throughout their time with us.
	Maddie Nunez Executive Director of Community Outreach Hello! My name is Maddie Nunez, and I am a third-year student concentrating in human resource management. One of the reasons why I love being a part of the Business Honors Program is because of the amazing community that has been built amongst the people in this program. Throughout my time on the Community Outreach team, I have enjoyed giving back and getting to learn about all of the organizations on campus and also off-campus that value what our program does. As the Executive Director of Community Outreach, this year I aspire to invoke passion and engagement within BH by organizing events alongside my team that will build meaningful connections and help give back to our internal and external communities. I have always had a passion for giving back and I am excited to be part of a team that can make a real impact.
	Alison Kim Executive Director of Special Events and Wellness Hello everyone! My name is Alison Kim and this is currently my second year in the BH Program. I am majoring in business administration and look forward to concentrating in accounting. My first year in the BH Program was a blast, so I look forward to another year of being a part of the BH family! I am currently the Executive Director for the Special Events and Wellness team and am also a part of the Titan Consulting club on campus as well. As the ED of Special Events and Wellness, I am to be in charge of the Winter Gala, the Banquet, and mental health events. I hope to help create great memories with my team and am excited for this new year!
	Irene Lee Executive Director of Freshman Recruitment Hi everyone! My name is Irene Lee, and I am a second-year student planning to concentrate in Human Resources Management and Entertainment and Hospitality Management. Within a year of being in the Business Honors Program, I have benefited greatly from its opportunities including professional development events and the close-knit community. I now wish to give back to this program and hope to extend these amazing benefits to other students. As the Executive Director of Freshmen Recruitment, I lead a team that informs and attracts incoming freshmen students to the Business Honors Program through different recruiting initiatives, such as tabling events and call nights. Through these, I am excited to meet students and promote how the program can further develop their academic, professional, and personal skills. I aim to build meaningful connections and can’t wait to expand our program to consist of more friendly faces!
	Peter Rosario Executive Director of Transfer Recruitment Hi everyone! My name is Peter Rosario and I am a second-year student currently concentrating in accounting and finance. As the executive director of transfer recruitment, my team and I are dedicated to creating a welcoming and supportive environment for transfer students. I hope to strengthen our transfer community by implementing programs and events tailored to their unique needs. Outside of my role, I love exploring new places to eat, and look forward to volunteering at our university’s VITA in the spring where I help prepare tax returns free of charge for our local community members. I am excited to connect with both current and prospective transfer students to make their experience here as rewarding as possible.
	Trinity Tran Executive Director of Professional Development Hi! My name is Trinity Tran, and I am a second year with a double concentration in accounting and finance! In addition to priority registration, cohort classes, exclusive recruiting opportunities, and career resources, the Business Honors Program has given me a tight-knit community that has become like a second home for me. As the Executive Director of Professional Development, my goal is to increase the range of professional opportunities our program provides as well as improve the quality of our students’ recruiting experience. From organizing our annual case competition to hosting interactive speaker panels with reputable companies, my team is dedicated to ensuring Business Honors students have the resources they need to excel in their careers and achieve their professional goals.
	Darwin Nguyen Executive Director of Analytics Hi! My name is Darwin Nguyen, and I am a senior concentrating in business analytics. As the Executive Director of Analytics for the Business Honors Program, I’ll oversee all internal and external research to enrich our program further. Some of the events I will spearhead for the upcoming academic year would be surveying stakeholders in our program, the fall/spring Analytics Presentation, and workshops to provide ample skills towards making your data meaningful. I am also heavily involved on campus - I work at the library as an IT student assistant, at the Analytics Lab in the School of Accountancy, and previously was the Business and Data Analytics Club president. Besides my passion for analytics, I enjoy going to the gym, playing video games, and editing. Happy to work with you all!