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2024 alumni
MATT RYAN
Matt was the Chairman of the Board of Trustees for the Snider Consulting Group. He joined as a member of Cohort 3 in the Fall of 2021.
Within SCG Matt has served as Director of Recruitment, Director of Community Development, and currently serves as Director of Onboarding. During his time as Director of Onboarding, the analyst introduction program was revamped to train new members in all the skills critical to succeeding in consulting case interviews.
Matt completed a Bachelor's Degree in Finance and was a teaching assistant for BMGT340, Introduction to Business Finance. He has competed in multiple case competitions with other SCG members including the Deloitte National Undergraduate Case Competition in which their team finished 4th nationally.
Matt’s professional experience includes two summer internships with consulting firms; with PwC in their Trust Solutions practice as a Start Intern and as an Associate Consultant Intern at Bain & Company.
Matt will start his full-time role as an Associate Consultant at Bain & Company in the Fall of 2024.
MIRANDA CHUNG
Miranda Chung was a Vice-Chairman on the Board of Trustees for the Snider Consulting Group and the Director of Finance within the organization. She was a member of cohort 3, joining SCG in the Fall of 2021.
Miranda graduated a year early with a BS in Information Systems in May 2023 and is currently pursuing a MS in Information Systems through Smith’s Plus 1 program.
Miranda’s areas of expertise include data analysis, web design, and research.
As an undergrad, Miranda was involved in Smith’s Dean's Student Advisory Council, VP of Strategy and Operations in the Smith Undergraduate Student Association (SUSA), a member of the Information Technology and Business Transformation Fellows (iTBT), Teaching Assistant, and Smith Ambassador.
As a graduate student, Miranda worked as a teaching assistant for BMGT302 and a Graduate Assistant for the Smith School.
Outside of UMD, Miranda works in the asset management space. She is a Girls Who Invest alumna and has previously interned at Morgan Stanley Investment Management doing high-yield credit research and PGIM Fixed Income as a portfolio analysis investment analyst on the emerging markets desk.
MICHAEL SWETZ
Mike Swetz was a Vice-Chairman on the Board of Trustees for the Snider Consulting Group. He served as the head of web development and external affairs for the organization. Mike came on board SCG as a member of cohort 3 in the Fall of 2021.
Mike completed a BS in mechanical engineering within the A. James Clark School of Engineering at the University of Maryland, College Park. He completed his minor in business analytics as well.
On past SCG projects, Mike’s areas of expertise were data analysis, website page creation, and strategizing actions that could be implemented quickly.
Outside of SCG, Mike has been devoting some of his time to local startups while in Consult Your Community, another consulting club on campus. He is also very involved with Theta Tau, a co-ed professional engineering fraternity, where he has been a board member and has held three other positions. Some extracurriculars he is interested in are intramural sports, golfing, formula 1, and talking sports.
Aside from UMD, Mike has been keeping busy with an internship his freshman summer as an engineering consultant intern, a project management intern his sophomore summer, and most recently as a Summer Scholar for Deloitte Consulting LLP. Lastly, he has loved competing in case comps with other members, specifically the National Undergraduate Case Competition hosted by Deloitte.
ELYANA FURMAN
Elyana Furman was a consultant for the Snider Consulting Group. She joined SCG as a member of cohort 3 in the Fall of 2021.
Elyana completed a double major in Psychology and Business Information Systems. She was a member of the Cloud Computing stream within F.I.R.E. (First-Year Innovative Research Experience) and completed the program in the Fall of 2021. She was also a member of the Information Technology and Business Transformation Fellows Program at the Robert H. Smith School of Business.
On past projects, Elyana has worked on plan and design implementation. She recently worked on the club’s internal team to create effective models to gauge the productivity and success of past SCG projects.
Outside of SCG, Elyana served on the executive board of the Women in Business Association as the Vice President of Programming where she plans professional and social events for the club. She also served as the Operations Captain for Terp Thon, a club that benefits Childrens National Hospital.
In her free time, Elyana enjoys hiking, traveling, and playing the piano.
COLLIN MARCIAN
Collin Marcian was a consultant for the Snider Consulting Group. He came onboard SCG as a member of cohort 4 in the Spring of 2022.
Collin completed a BS and MS in Information Systems within the Robert H. Smith School of Business at the University of Maryland, College Park. He was involved in QUEST, BSE Scholars, Finance Fellows, and Information Technology Business Development Fellows.
Collin’s areas of expertise involve data analysis, tech implementation, strategy consulting, change management, industry analysis, and design thinking.
Outside of SCG, Collin was the president of his fraternity (Delta Sigma Phi), a mentor for his honors program (QUEST), and a former Student Consultant for Fox Sport University. He has also been a part of the Smith Undergraduate Student Association as a committee member, and participated in numerous case competitions including the University of Maryland Deloitte Case Competition and the UMD CSVC Case Competition.
Outside of UMD, Collin was busy with his summer internship as a Deloitte Risk and Financial Advisory Intern. He also volunteers frequently with Best Buddies USA and a local soup kitchen.
DEVIN SRINIVAS
Devin Srinivas was a consultant within Snider Consulting Group. Devin joined SCG as a member of Cohort 4 in the Spring of 2022.
Devin completed a BS in Finance and Information systems with a minor in Sustainability Studies. He was also a part of Cohort 37 of the QUEST Honors program and an alumnus of the First Year Innovative Research Program (FIRE).
Devin’s strengths in the consulting space include data analytics, market research, and strategizing innovative solutions. These skills have been acquired through education, past projects, and work experience.
He has been involved in various programs and organizations throughout his time on campus. He was a member of the Smith’s Diversity and Equity Council (DEC) and a Student Mentor for the Smith Start program. Devin held the position of Vice President of Public Relations on the executive board for the professional business fraternity Delta Sigma Pi. He was also a member of the Student Government Association's finance committee.
Some of Devin’s accomplishments include winning first place in Deloitte’s local case competition, and the Impact Consulting Fellows group competition. Devin was also a finalist in the SCG & Impact Consulting Fellows Case Competition and the Deloitte University National Case Competition alongside three other SCG Consultants.
DIYA SINHA
Diya Sinha was a consultant for the Snider Consulting Group. She joined SCG in Spring 2022 as a member of cohort 4.
Diya completed a BS in Operations Management & Business Analytics and Finance from the University of Maryland, College Park. She was a member of the Language program within the Carillon Communities, which she completed in Spring 2021. She was also a member of the Sophomore Finance Fellows and Wall Street Finance Fellows at the Robert H. Smith School of Business.
Diya’s areas of expertise include data analysis, research, and statistical modeling.
Outside of SCG, Diya was on the executive board of the Smith Undergraduate Student Association (SUSA) where she served as the Vice President of Finance. She also acted as the Vice President of External Affairs for Ascend, an Asian business association, and the travel coordinator on the Operations team for Technica, the world's largest hackathon for underrepresented genders. She has participated in a couple of case competitions, including the University of Maryland Deloitte Case Competition. In her free time, Diya enjoys playing volleyball and traveling.
Outside of UMD, Diya previously interned at OPEX as a finance intern and at Holman as a Portfolio Management summer intern.
ITAMAR FREUND
Itamar was a consultant for the Snider Consulting Group. Itamar came onboard SCG as a member of cohort 4 in the Spring of 2022.
Itamar completed a BS in Finance and Information systems in the Robert H. Smith School of Business at the University of Maryland, College Park. He was a part of Cohort 37 of the QUEST Honors program, as well as the University Honors program within the Honors College at UMD.
Itamar’s areas of expertise include presentational skills, ideating solutions, and using Six Sigma Quality tools.
At UMD, Itamar was a part of Phi Chi Theta, a professional business frat on campus. He was also a member of the school's Spikeball team, as well as UMD Survivor, and QServes.
Outside of UMD, Itamar has worked as a camp counselor at Camp Shomria and a process analyst for the Division of IT of the University of Maryland.
JONATHAN MORTMAN
Jonathan Mortman is a principal consultant for the Snider Consulting Group. He joined in the Fall of 2022 as a member of cohort 5. He was the Director of Recruitment and Client Acquisitions.
Jonathan completed a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems at the Robert H. Smith School of Business. He was a member of the Information Technology and Business Transformation (iTBT) Fellows program and the Public Leadership Scholars program.
Jonathan’s strengths include digital transformation, data analytics, and human capital management. These skills have been studied through past internships, work experiences, classes, and projects. He is aiming to combine these abilities into a career in either management consulting or cybersecurity consulting.
Within College Park, Jonathan was a Consulting Careers Intern at the Robert H. Smith School of Business Office of Career Services, where he also worked as a Career Advising Intern. He was a TA for BMGT110 for Professor Jeff Mund and a TA for BMGT367. He is also an inducted member of the Order of Omega and a former vice president of finance and president of a social fraternity. He was also a Smith Start Mentor in the 2022-23 academic year.
In the summer of 2022, Jonathan interned at Maximus as a Department of Defense Business Development Intern, aiding the full-time team in expanding a multi-billion dollar pipeline. In the summer of 2023, Jonathan interned at Deloitte as a Technology Risk & Financial Advisory Intern based in McLean, VA, specializing in technology assurance for two Fortune 500 companies.
WILL AHN
Will Ahn was a consultant for the Snider Consulting Group. Will joined SCG as a member of Cohort 5 in the Fall of 2022.
Will completed a BS in Information Systems. He is involved in numerous student organizations and groups, such as the QUEST Honors Program, Federal/Global Fellows Program, and the College Park Scholars - Public Leadership program.
Will’s greatest strength is his passion for wanting to help people, and he would love to pursue this for a career. Will ultimately wants to combine his business, problem-solving, and information technology skills to strategically and effectively create positive change for the world, especially within the government and public sector.
Within UMD, Will served as a Resident Assistant to the South Hill Community, Challenge Course Facilitator and Adventure Trip leader for the Adventure Program at Eppley, and a member of the Alpha Kappa Psi Business Fraternity.
Outside of UMD, Will worked for the Department of Justice - Office of the Inspector General as a Pathways intern where he aided the Investigations Division as a member of the support staff. Will interned as a Strategy Consulting intern at Accenture Federal Services, and he will be an extern at Deloitte as well.
2023 alumni
ALEC MUSHENO
Alec Musheno was a member of SCG's Cohort 1 and served as the second Chairman of SCG's Board of Trustees. During his chairmanship, he oversaw substantial modifications to SCG's leadership structure, interview process, professional development offerings, and alumni interactions.
Academically, Alec successfully completed a Bachelor of Science in Business Management, a Bachelor of Arts in Government & Politics, and a Master of Science in Marketing Analytics. His tenure at UMD was marked by active involvement in various capacities. He served as a graduate assistant at the A. James Clark School of Engineering, a teaching assistant for both undergraduate and MBA courses at the R.H. Smith School of Business, and a resident assistant at The Courtyards for both undergraduate and graduate students. Alec was also a member of the ODK Sigma Circle.
Following his graduation, Alec joined Capital One as a Business Analyst at their headquarters in McLean, Virginia.
For more information, connect with Alec on LinkedIn.
SRIDHAR GANTI
Sridhar graduated with a B.S in chemical engineering. While at school, Sridhar did research with Dr. Wachsman’s electrocatalysis group in order to optimize ceramics development for solid oxide fuel cells. He was also a part of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation (EIP) honors program.
As a principal consultant at the snider consulting group, Sridhar primarily focused on running and improving the marketing and recruitment process.
Sridhar did a co-op at Specialty Granules Inc. during his Junior year where he used MATLAB to optimize product analysis.
After graduating, Sridhar pursued a career as a chemical engineer at ExxonMobil.
EUNHA YIM
Eunha graduated with a B.S. in Physiology & Neurobiology with a minor in General Business. At UMD, she was the Brand Director for Technica, a Sponsorship Organizer for Bitcamp, a Marketing Committee Member for Smith Undergraduate Student Association, an Undergraduate Research Assistant in the Child Development Lab, and served as a Smith Business Minor Ambassador. She also was a Teaching Assistant for BSCI170, BSCI222, and FGSM370. Eunha was inducted into the Omicron Delta Kappa Honor Society which engraves her name on the McKeldin Mall Fountain.
Throughout her undergraduate career, Eunha worked at the National Institutes of Mental Health as a Research Assistant Intern, the Department of Health and Human Services as a Program Analyst Intern, PNC Bank as a Treasury Management Intern, and the UMD Women’s Gymnastics Team as a Sports Medicine Intern.
After graduating, Eunha began working as a Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase & Co. in Chicago, Illinois.
JESSICA STRONGIN
Jessica graduated with a B.S. in Chemical Engineering with concentrations in biomolecular engineering. While at UMD, Jessica did undergraduate research at the Department of Materials Science and Engineering under Dr. Timothy Koeth, focusing on understanding materials at the extremes. She was also a teaching assistant for the QUEST Honors Program and served as an undergraduate teaching fellow for the department of chemical engineering. As a principal and Board of Trustee for SCG, Jessica’s initiatives focused on technical development of members, industry and internal club mentorship, and client recruitment.
Jessica has previously been an intern and co-op for the US Nuclear Regulatory Commission, where she developed data visualizations for radiation protection applications. She also worked as a design engineering and optimization intern for Siemens.
After graduating, Jessica pursued a PhD in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at Johns Hopkins University.
AYELETTE HALBFINGER
Ayelette graduated with a B.S in Operations Management Business Analytics and a B.S in Finance from the Robert H. Smith School of Business. While at school, Ayelette served as Student Body President and conducted research under Dean Joseph Bailey about undergraduate business education programs. Ayelette was also a part of the QUEST and DCC honors programs.
Throughout her time with the Snider Consulting Group, Ayelette focused on internal organization projects to help guide the group's project and professional development structures as the organization grew and evolved.
Following graduation, Ayelette will be pursuing a career in value creation and operations optimization strategy.
2022 Alumni report
2022 Alumni
KUNAL PARIKH
Kunal graduated with a degree in Operations Management & Business Analytics. While at UMD Kunal was involved with the QUEST Honors Program and Phi Chi Theta. With Snider Consulting Group, he served as a Principal Consultant for two semesters.
Professionally, Kunal completed two internships throughout his college career. In the Summer of 2021, he interned at Nehal & Co, a luxury makeup brand within Business Operations, and in the Summer of 2022, he interned at Capital One within their Risk Management Division.
After graduating, Kunal joined Capital One as an Associate Product Manager.
DAWSON JONES
Dawson graduated with a dual degree in Supply Chain Management and Operations Management & Business Analytics. While at UMD, Dawson was in Public Leadership Scholars, Global Fellows, Global Consulting Fellows, and Supply Chain Consulting Fellows. During his time at UMD, Dawson interned on Capitol Hill in the U.S. House of Representatives. He also, worked as a Summer Analyst for an aerospace and defense consulting firm in D.C. the summer of his junior year.
For extracurricular involvement, Dawson served as the Vice Noble Ruler of Finance and Risk Management Chair for Alpha Gamma Rho, a professional and social agriculture fraternity. In his senior year, he earned Undergraduate Brother of the Year for his contributions and service within the fraternity. He also served as the President of Consult Your Community and was one of the founding members of Snider Consulting Group.
After graduating, Dawson started working for EY in Charlotte, NC as a Business Transformation Consultant with a focus on the food and agriculture sectors.
JOSEPH HOUGHTON
Joe graduated with a dual degree in Business Management and Supply Chain Management with a minor in Professional Writing. While at UMD, Joe graduated from the Business, Society, and the Economy Scholars Program, the QUEST Honors Program, the Global Consulting Fellows, the Supply Chain Consulting Fellows, was a tutor and intern at the Writing Center and was a 3-time Teaching Assistant. For extracurricular involvement, Joe served as the Vice President of Service for the Smith Undergraduate Student Association during his freshman and sophomore year, was the Vice President of the First Year Class Council, the Vice President of Communications for the Snider Professional Development Society, and also ran Campus Relations for the Maryland Student Legislature chapter of UMD.
Joe was selected for the Joseph and Olivia Mattingly Logistics and Transportation Scholarship, the Charles A. Taff Scholarship, the Gene and Ann West (Olga K. Werntz) '52 Endowed Family Scholarship, the Felix Kaplan Memorial Fund, was a Senior Marshal, and the Robert H. Smith School of Business' Graduation Commencement Speaker.
Joe was the Chairman and one of the original founders of Snider Consulting Group. Snider Consulting Group was his personal passion throughout college, and Joe continues to contribute to the organization in his full-time position at Ernst & Young as a Supply Chain Consultant.
NATALIE HIRSCH
Natalie Hirsch graduated from the Robert H. Smith School of Business with a B.S. in Supply Chain Management and Marketing. She spent her time at UMD as President of First-Year Class Council, President and Community Service Chair of Gamma Phi Beta Sorority, and co-founder/Principal Consultant of the Snider Consulting Group. She also served on Smith’s Dean’s Student Advisory Council and the inaugural Provost Student Advisory Council. Academically, Natalie was a Global Consulting Fellow and Supply Chain Consulting Fellow.
Natalie was inducted into Omicron Delta Kappa- UMD's most prestigious honor society, which engraves her name on the McKeldin Mall Fountain. She was also inducted into the Order of Omega, an organization honoring the top 3% of Greek Life members, and will have her name engraved onto Fraternity Row. Beyond honor societies, Natalie was on Dean’s List, received the Smith Undergraduate Student Association Outstanding Senior Award, and received the Fall 2020 Panhellenic Association Service Scholarship.
After graduating, Natalie started working as a Strategy Analyst at Deloitte Consulting in McLean, Virginia.
DEVIN STREIGHT
Devin graduated with a double major in Supply Chain Management and Business Management. Devin was one of the co-founders of the Snider Consulting Group, and was involved in the Supply Chain Fellows Program, as well as the Business, Society and the Economy Scholars Program. During his time at UMD, Devin had multiple internships including in BDOs consulting practice, The World Bank, Achievence Consulting, and an international hedge fund.
Outside of UMD, Devin enjoys serving as a Firefighter/EMT at the Rockville Volunteer Fire Department. He has been playing the guitar for over 10 years, performing at venues such as the 9:30 Club, The Fillmore, National Harbor and your mom’s house. Additionally, Devin is on the Board of the Corvette Club of America, the first and oldest Corvette Club in the United States.
After graduating, Devin started working as a Consulting Analyst at Deloitte’s Government and Public Service Practice.
ROBERT KOEHLER
Rob graduated with a dual degree of a B.S. in Accounting and a B.S. in Finance. Rob earned his College Park Scholars citation from the Business, Society, and the Economy program sophomore year. Rob participated in two separate Finance Fellows programs, Sophomore Finance and Emerging CFOs, while at UMD. Rob was also a part of the QUEST honors program earning his citation as a part of cohort 34. Outside of class, Rob also volunteered for UMD’s VITA/TCE tax preparation site TerpTax, served as Director of Community Service for the Management and Organization Society, and worked for UMD Athletic Operations.
After graduating, Rob returned to UMD to finish his Masters degree in Accounting before starting with PwC as a Business Processes Consulting Associate.
ALEXANDRA STROUSE
Alexandra Strouse graduated with a B.S. in Finance and Operations Management & Business Analytics. She was very active in the QUEST Honors Program as a member of Cohort 33 as well as a mentor, member of the Curriculum Review Committee, and Leader of Workshop Coordinators for the QUEST Development Series, which she worked to revitalize. Outside of QUEST, she has served as a founding member and President of Club Jogging, Treasurer for Women’s Club Lacrosse, and Principal in Snider Consulting Group.
Alexandra was inducted into Omicron Delta Kappa- UMD's most prestigious honor society, which engraves her name on the McKeldin Mall Fountain. She also is the recipient of the Ed Snider Center Leadership Award (an honor given to four students who demonstrate determination and show achievement in the areas of innovation and enterprise) and was chosen as the OMBA Department's Outstanding Senior (which celebrates the top student in each major, as chosen by the faculty). Due to her extensive involvement, she also received a QUEST service award.
After college, she will be working as a Risk Advisory Associate at KPMG in their New York City office.
CAMEREN BRUCE
Cameren graduated with a dual degree of a B.S. in Finance with a minor in Mathematics and a B.S. in Operations Management and Business Analytics. Cameren earned her College Park Scholars citation from the Business, Society, and Economy program in her sophomore year, and was a Teaching Assistant for the OMBA department her junior year. Outside the classroom, Cameren was an external analyst on SUSA’s Strategy and Operations Committee for the 2020 calendar year, a Principal Consultant in SCG, a Maryland Images Tour Guide, and a Recwell Fitness Instructor and performance evaluator within the Group Fitness Department.
After graduating, Cameren started working for EY in Tysons, VA as a Business Consulting Staff in their Financial Services Organization.
2021 Alumni
DYLAN FITCH
Dylan graduated with a degree in Communication with a minor in International Development and Conflict Management. In the classroom, Dylan completed the Global Fellows program and conducted research for the Center for International Development and Conflict Management and as a Research Mentor in the First-Year Innovation and Research Experience (FIRE). While on campus, Dylan was the President of Terrapin Beats Society, UMD's DJ and music production club, as well as a Principal Consultant in Snider Consulting Group.
Dylan was selected as a Senior Marshal for the University of Maryland 2021 Winter Commencement- an honor only given to one student per college who demonstrates the highest levels of scholarship, service to the campus community, extracurricular involvement, and personal growth
After graduating, Dylan entered the consulting industry with Ernst & Young.
MATT LEONHARTT
Matt graduated Summa Cum Laude with degrees in Mathematics and Finance. In college, he served as project lead for SCG’s first client (Maryland Impact). He also served as Vice President of the University of Maryland Actuaries club. Matt was a member of the class of 2022 Smith Sophomore Finance Fellows program and College Park Scholars Business, Society, and the Economy program. In scholars, he was one of two recipients of the Academic Achievement Award in his cohort. He also served as a tutor in the College Park Scholars Lakeland STARs program, helping develop students from local Paint Branch Elementary School.
Following graduation, Matt joined GEICO as an actuarial analyst for their auto pricing division.