We are incredibly thrilled to introduce the HCIC 100, a brand-new initiative by Her Campus at Ithaca College dedicated to recognizing 100 phenomenal graduating seniors who have spent their college careers breaking boundaries, leading with purpose, and leaving a lasting footprint on our campus. From creative innovators and fierce advocates to student leaders who kept our community thriving, we are celebrating the monumental achievements of these inspiring change-makers with dedicated feature profiles right here on our site.
To keep the celebration rolling, we are shifting our spotlight to the analytical minds and strategic leaders from the School of Business, and trust us, their post-grad plans are nothing short of spectacular. These graduates are transitioning directly from undergraduate triumphs into high-stakes financial centers, corporate rotational programs, and global sports marketing roles. We’ve got future executives joining powerhouse firms like JPMorgan Chase and PepsiCo, strategic leaders stepping into high-level asset management and corporate accounting tracks from Boston to Chicago, and enterprising minds ready to disrupt the fields of sports agency, international marketing, and strategic public relations in New York City. Plus, you’ll get an inside look at how these seniors balance championship-level varsity athletics with executive-board finance roles, retail marketing innovations, and community advocacy.
These seniors represent the absolute best of IC, and their stories are guaranteed to give you a major dose of inspiration. Grab your favorite iced coffee, settle in, and dive into our full feature to celebrate their legacies and see exactly how the Class of 2026 is getting ready to change the world!
Ali Amari
Major: Finance, BS
Minor: Business Analytics
📍Post Grad: Ali is joining Hubbell Incorporated for a three-year Finance Rotational Program, beginning her first year on the Financial Planning and Analysis team.
Ali stood out on campus by balancing elite athletic performance with high-level training in corporate finance and data analytics. As the Captain of the Women’s Soccer team and a graduate of the Leadership Academy, she anchored a defense that allowed only eight goals all season—the best defensive record in the Liberty League. Her physical grit and dedication in the gym earned her the title of Female Weight Room Warrior, a nomination for Fall Female Athlete of the Year, and selections to the United Soccer Coaches All-Region III and Scholar All-East Region teams.
Away from the pitch, Ali applied that same competitive drive to her academic and professional goals. An inductee into the Phi Kappa Phi honor society and a member of Beta Alpha Psi, she focused her studies on financial structures and complex data systems. She also gained direct corporate experience before graduation by completing a professional internship at Hubbell Incorporated.
Allie McCabe
Major: Business Administration, BS (Management)
📍Post Grad: Allie is heading to Boston to launch her career in Sales at InvoiceCloud, where she will focus on building client partnerships and driving business growth.
Allie made her mark on campus by pairing her sharp business acumen with clutch performances on the soccer field. As a key defensive anchor for the Women’s Soccer team and a graduate of the Leadership Academy, she started her final season by earning Liberty League Performer of the Week honors. She secured the award after scoring a game-winning header against Elmira and immediately shifting back to lead the Bombers to a shutout victory against Heidelberg.
Off the pitch, Allie maintained an All-Academic standout status while mastering the mechanics of organizational management. She also built out her professional skill set ahead of graduation, gaining hands-on experience in client relations and negotiation as a Sales Intern for InvoiceCloud.
Angela Cioffi
Major: Business Administration (Management), BS
📍Post Grad: Angela is launching her career with PepsiCo as a Sales Management Associate in Stratford, CT, where she will lead frontline sales teams and drive retail execution strategies.
Angela built a strong presence on campus by combining tactical field strategy in soccer with hands-on corporate execution. As an All-Academic standout for the Women’s Soccer team and a graduate of the Leadership Academy, her athletic career spans beyond the university level. She also competes for the Westchester United UPSL Women’s Semi-Pro Team, where she helped anchor the squad to both a League Championship and a Regional Conference Championship in 2024.
Angela has translated that same knack for high-stakes coordination into the business world. She has already gained significant industry experience, which includes pitching concepts directly to the CEO of TwoMorrows Publishing for a pop-up event at the IthaCON convention. Additionally, she built out her corporate skill set by completing a professional internship with PepsiCo, focusing on driving brand growth and leading operational teams.
audrey Taylor
Major: Marketing, BS
📍Post Grad: Audrey is continuing her education to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), with plans to combine her marketing expertise and clinical training to create a meaningful impact in the healthcare industry.
Audrey carved out a unique path on campus by balancing her business studies with direct clinical service. While earning her degree in Marketing, she worked on the hospital floor as a Float Patient Care Partner at Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital.
Her empathy and commitment to patient advocacy in that role earned her significant professional recognition, including receiving the prestigious ROSE Award twice for outstanding patient care. By pairing an analytical marketing background with first-hand healthcare experience, Audrey developed a distinct perspective that connects strategic communication with front-line clinical needs.
Avery McPeek
Major: Finance, BS (Asset Management)
Post-Grad: Avery is relocating to join Greenville Asset Management as an Investment Analyst.
Avery applied the same competitive drive and focus to her finance studies that she brought to the basketball court. Arriving on campus fresh off major knee surgery, her strong work ethic and approachable personality quickly earned the trust of her teammates, leading to her selection as a Women’s Basketball Captain for both her junior and senior years.
Outside of athletics, Avery maintained All-Academic standout status while taking on significant financial leadership roles across campus. She participated as an Ithaca Investment Scholar, served on the Executive Board of Core Trading Consultants, and managed organizational finances as the Treasurer for Women in Business. Through this combination of team leadership and hands-on portfolio management, she built a strong foundation for a career in asset management.
Brenna Schoenfeld
Majors: Business Analytics, BS / Sport Management, BS
📍Post Grad: Brenna is relocating to Chicago to join JPMorganChase and is looking forward to building new relationships and exploring all that the city has to offer.
Brenna combined athletic leadership with business operations during her time on campus. As a Field Hockey Captain, a member of the Captain’s Council, and a graduate of the Leadership Academy, she earned NFHCA Scholar of Distinction honors, a spot on the National Academic Squad, and was selected as the keynote speaker for the Scholar-Athlete Luncheon.
Her campus involvement extended into athletic administration and advocacy, earning her the Peggy Ryan Williams Award. She served as the Co-Chair of Bomber Leads for the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC), where she spearheaded the communication and organizational strategy for the “EPICS” awards by designing the voting systems and outreach campaigns. Academically, Brenna focused on analytical and management structures, leading to her induction into three premier honor societies: Beta Gamma Sigma, Phi Kappa Phi, and Beta Alpha Psi.
Carly Dixon
Majors: Accounting, BS / Sport Management, BS
📍Post Grad: Carly is relocating to Colorado Springs to serve as the Accounting Intern for USA Ultimate before returning to Ithaca for her Master’s in Accounting and CPA, with the long-term goal of serving as a financial leader for a major sports organization.
Carly focused her time on campus on sport management, business operations, and expanding opportunities for women in sports administration. She stepped into a major campus leadership role as the President of Beta Alpha Psi, where she traveled to Cincinnati to present on industry sustainability initiatives. Her impact on the campus community also led to her selection as a featured speaker on the 2026 HCIC Women’s Leadership Panel.
On the operational side, Carly gained high-stakes, real-world industry experience by working hospitality operations at Super Bowl LX alongside fellow seniors. She balanced these professional milestones with active campus involvement, managing events for the Sport Management Association and competing on the court as a member of the Club Basketball team.
Charlotte Powell
Major: Sport Management, BS
📍Post Grad: Charlotte is spending her final fall semester pursuing a high-level industry internship before graduating in December to begin her Master’s degree in the sports industry.
Charlotte balanced an intense athletic training schedule with hands-on event operations in sports administration. As a multi-event thrower on the Track & Field team, she competed across all five throwing disciplines: shot put, weight throw, discus, hammer, and javelin. She marked a major athletic milestone by winning the javelin event with a personal-best 36.23 meters at the inaugural home meet held on the newly constructed Egan Family Complex.
Off the field, Charlotte maintained All-Academic standout status while building out a professional logistics resume at major sporting events. She gained direct stadium operations experience by managing hospitality at Super Bowl LX, tracking live data as a March Madness Volunteer Stat Runner, and coordinating on-site logistics for NASCAR races at Watkins Glen. Additionally, she supported the Cornell Athletics Event Staff and maintained active involvement on campus as a member of the Sport Management Association.
Elle Wilcox
Majors: Finance, BS / Journalism, BA
Minor: Business Analytics
📍Post Grad: Elle has accepted a position working in strategic public and investor relations in New York City.
Elle used her time on campus to bridge the gap between financial analysis and journalism as a dual-degree student. Her ability to lead across different fields is reflected in her dual leadership roles, where she served as the President of the Society of Professional Journalists and simultaneously acted as the VP of Communications & Engagement for Core Trading Consultants.
Her contributions across disciplines earned her the 2026 Outstanding Executive Board Member of the Year award, alongside top honors from both the School of Business and the Department of Journalism. Elle also focused heavily on peer mentorship and campus communication, working as the Journalism Head Tutor, a Peer Success Coach, and a Communications Assistant for the Park Center for Independent Media. Outside of her academic and media projects, she balanced her schedule by handling social strategy for the School of Business and competing on the field with the Club Field Hockey team.
“Elle is an inspiration to every classmate she has worked with. In the journalism department, she has helped grow the major and every co-curricular activity connected to it. She’s a kind and knowledgeable person that anyone is lucky enough to know!” – Abbigail Puckett, Journalism ’29
Jessie Lopez
Majors: Business Administration, BS (Sport Management / Marketing)
Minor: Legal Studies
📍Post Grad: Jessie is pursuing a career in the Sports Agent field, utilizing her background in marketing and legal studies to help athletes transition from the collegiate level to the big leagues.
Jessie spent her time on campus combining athletic performance with business leadership and sports marketing strategy. As a starter on the Softball team, she started in 37 of 38 games, batting .333 with a .791 OPS and driving in 25 RBIs, while helping lead the Bombers through the Liberty League playoffs and into an NCAA tournament run.
A graduate of the Leadership Academy, Jessie’s management and communication skills led the Business School faculty to select her as a Teaching Assistant, with the specific responsibility of helping a new professor transition into the department. She also built out her professional resume by coordinating hospitality logistics at Super Bowl LX and driving strategic initiatives as a member of the IC Sports Sales Club. Through her coursework in marketing trends and legal studies, she developed a background tailored for navigating the high-stakes sports and athlete representation industry.
katelyn Ikle
Major: Business Administration (Marketing), BS
Minor: Art
📍Post Grad: Katelyn is taking the upcoming year to travel and explore diverse career paths, with plans to bridge her marketing background with the world of gallery and antiquities sales or strategic marketing and consulting.
Katelyn paired athletic adaptability with business leadership and fine art during her time on campus. On the lacrosse field, she proved her resilience through shifts in team culture, putting together a breakout junior season before transitioning her game to play as a midfielder in the face-off circle for the 2026 season. Her dedication on and off the field earned her All-Academic honors and a nomination for the Beyond the Field Award.
Outside of athletics, Katelyn took on significant strategic and leadership roles within the campus community. She served as the President of Women in Business, coordinated campus-wide initiatives on the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC), and analyzed market trends with Core Trading Consultants. Alongside her business and sports commitments, she also showcased her creative talents visually, with her original artwork selected for display in the Senior Art Show.
Katie Laubenstein
Major: Strategic Leadership, BS
📍Post Grad: Katie will be joining the Roman Catholic Diocese of Syracuse as the Program Coordinator in the Adolescent Catechesis and Discipleship Office, where she will focus on evangelization and training for youth and young adults.
Katie combined a strong academic record with athletic leadership and spiritual mentorship during her time on campus. As President of the Equestrian team, she spent four years within the organization and finished her collegiate career competing in the elite Open Division. Her academic achievements and leadership earned her the Peggy Ryan Williams Award, alongside inductions into the Phi Kappa Phi, Beta Gamma Sigma, and Oracle honor societies.
Beyond her athletic and academic commitments, Katie applied her organizational skills to her faith community. She worked as a Youth Minister at Holy Cross Church and managed financial logistics as the Treasurer for Cereal Ministry. Through these diverse roles, she focused her energy on building community connections and guiding peers toward shared organizational and spiritual goals.
Nyla Robotham
Majors: Business Administration, BS / Acting, BFA
Nyla balanced corporate strategy with professional performance during her time on campus. As a Student Ambassador for the Academic Support Center and an elite scholar inducted into the Alpha Mu Alpha marketing honor society, she applied an artist’s perspective to consumer psychology and brand development.
Alongside her business studies, Nyla built an active professional acting resume across theater and television. Her stage credits include playing Rosaline in Blunted Daggers at the Kitchen Theatre, while her television work includes roles as Esme in Mozart in the Jungle and Sasha in Butterbean’s Cafe. Through these experiences, she developed a versatile skill set that pairs artistic storytelling with corporate campaign strategy.
📍Post Grad: Nyla is relocating to New York City to continue her dual-track career, with an internship this summer at BrainPOP.
Paris Agiomavritis
Major: Accounting, BS
📍Post Grad: Paris is heading to Bentley University to pursue a Master’s in Accounting, with plans to sit for the CPA exam and specialize in tax or forensic accounting.
Paris combined financial management with media and corporate operations during her time on campus. She stepped into a major leadership role as the President of Beta Alpha Psi, where she anchored the chapter with professional and organizational standards.
Her analytical skills bridged into the creative sector through her role as the Financial Manager for Park Productions. In this position, she personally oversaw the cost management and strategic allocation of a $5,000 budget for the 50th Anniversary of the Park School. Additionally, Paris gained hands-on corporate experience ahead of graduation by working as a Business Support Intern for Inserro, establishing a strong background in fiscal tracking and portfolio management.
Reese ABrahamson
Majors: Business Administration, BS (Marketing) / Advertising, Public Relations & Marketing Communications, BS
📍Post Grad: Reese is remaining in the Ithaca area to launch her career in marketing communications and event management.
Reese paired athletic leadership with marketing strategy during her time on campus. As a Field Hockey Captain and a graduate of the Leadership Academy, she anchored a defensive unit that ranked among the top in Division III. Her performances on the pitch earned her a selection to the 2025 NFHCA Collegiate Senior Team and a First-Team All-Liberty League nod.
Off the field, Reese maintained an active presence in campus leadership and academics, earning the Peggy Ryan Williams Award. She was named to the NFHCA Academic Squad four times and served as a vital advocate on the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC). Reese also built out her professional marketing resume through internships with Visit Finger Lakes and CREA at Cornell University, while simultaneously managing the social media presence for the Give at IC Club.
Sarah Shenman
Major: Marketing, BS
📍Post Grad: Sarah is relocating to New York City to launch her career in sales and marketing.
Sarah spent her time on campus focusing on experiential marketing, community building, and strategic communication. As the President of the American Marketing Association (AMA), she spearheaded professional development and networking initiatives for her peers, earning recognition as an elite scholar through induction into the Alpha Mu Alpha national marketing honor society.
Sarah’s creative approach to engagement was highlighted by her role as a founding member and the VP of Flavor Innovation for the Dirty Soda Club, where she managed budgeting, supply procurement, and event logistics. She also applied her marketing and storytelling skills across campus by working as an Admission Host to represent the college to prospective families and serving as the Marketing Lead for Jonah Barresi’s thesis film, Somewhere Together. To keep pace with industry developments, she traveled to Los Angeles to attend the high-profile Canva Create conference, bringing modern branding and media trends back to the campus community.
“As Co-President of IC AMA, Sarah brings such a strong enthusiasm that is reflected in the care she puts into the content of each meeting, checking in with each member, and even down to the Poppi merch she loves to wear. Throughout the paperwork, meetings, and late-night planning, Sarah has always managed to light up the room and has the desire to drive the team to reach for higher and higher goals.” – Matthew Doherty, Co-President of IC AMA