Clubs & Activities

2022-2023 BBA Council

The BBA Council allocates funding and provides oversight for all the BBA clubs and plans events ranging from weekly "Kegs in the Courtyard" to monthly social activities and study breaks, as well as the annual Undergraduate Business School Leadership Conference (UBSLC). Students are encouraged to engage with the council by running for office, spearheading an initiative, or taking a leadership role in a BBA club.

Dani Nakash President

Dani Nakash is a Senior from Long Island, New York, studying ISOM and OAM. She is currently serving as the BBA Council President. Outside of BBA council, Dani is involved in TAMID, Emory’s Panhellenic Council, CodeEmory, Student Programming Council, and Wonderful Wednesday. Additionally, she is a Pre-BBA Coach and TA. In her free time, she loves socializing with friends and trying new restaurants!
Owen Breen Executive Vice President

Owen Breen is a senior from Wilmington, North Carolina studying Strategy and Management Consulting, in addition to Political Science in the College. He serves as the current BBA Council Executive Vice President where his main goal is to promote strong ties among the Goizueta community. Outside of BBA Council, Owen’s other campus involvements include the Student Programming Council, Wonderful Wednesday, and Alpha Kappa Psi. He is also Professor Epstein’s co-head TA for BUS 365. In his free time, he enjoys going to the beach, reading, and running at Lullwater.
Eleanor Liu UBSLC Chair

Eleanor Liu is a Senior from Lexington, Kentucky, studying Finance, ISOM, and Psychology. She serves as Chair of the Undergraduate Business School Leadership Conference (UBSLC). On campus, Eleanor’s involvements include Emory Entrepreneurship and Venture Management (EEVM), Student Government Association, Residence Hall Association, and Student Alumni Board. She is a teaching assistant for BUS 365- Business Communication Strategy and ACT 410- Legal Environment of Business. In her free time, she enjoys studying foreign languages and exploring the outdoors!
Benjamin Block VP of Finance

Benjamin Block is a senior from Los Angeles, California. He is studying Accounting and Finance. He is serving as the current VP of Finance for BBA Council. Outside of BBA Council, Benjamin is Professor Graves’s Head TA for Bus 365, Chairman of the Goizueta Honor Council, and President of the Business of Healthcare Club. He is also a student coach in the CMC. Outside of Goizueta, he loves reading, playing tennis and traveling. Benjamin is looking forward to giving back to Goizueta in his senior year.
Alexander Panton Co-VP of Clubs

Alexander is a senior from Kingston, Jamaica studying Finance. He serves as the current Vice President of Clubs and strives to promote a fair and friendly environment where all business school students feel welcome. Alex believes the business school - while academically rigorous and competitive - can be converted into an uplifting tool for the positive development of his students. Outside of the BBA Council, Alex serves as the Vice President of Corporate Outreach of the Goizueta Black Student Association and is member of the TAMID group investment fund. In his free time. Alex enjoys go karting, following Formula 1, and reading on aviation design and engineering.
Gatlin Miller Co-VP of Programming

Gatlin Miller is a senior from Mount Vernon, Illinois. He is studying Sociology, Marketing, and Strategy and Management Consulting. He serves as VP of Programming for BBA Council and is excited to bring in delicious food for Keg’s! Outside of BBA Council, Gatlin is involved in Student Programming Council, Emory Miracle, and TAMID at Emory.
Ash Meenakumari Shankar VP of Programming

Ash Shankar is a senior from Boulder, Colorado studying ISOM & OAM with a double major in Political Science. He is the current VP of Programming on BBA Council. Outside of BBA Council, Ash is the President of the Young Democrats of Emory and the Chief Development Officer for the Emory Impact Investing Group. He is also a TA for Business & Society and a CMC Career Coach. In his free time, Ash is an avid hiker + skier, podcast-listener, coffee drinker, and political junkie.
Sarah Scherzer VP of Communications

Sarah Scherzer is a senior from New York City studying Marketing and Strategy & Management Consulting. She currently serves as the VP of Communications for BBA Council and is excited to share information about Goizueta events through the BBA Blast. Outside of BBA Council, Sarah is involved with Sigma Delta Tau, Emory Hillel, The Women’s Network, and Goizueta Marketing Club. In her free time, she enjoys baking, traveling, and reading.
Rhea Mishra VP of Community Engagement

Rhea Mishra is a junior from Morristown, NJ, pursuing Marketing and Art History majors. She serves as the VP of Community Engagement and is excited to foster a meaningful sense of community within Goizueta. Outside of BBA Council, she is the VP of Marketing for The Women’s Network and an intern at the Michael C. Carlos Museum. She loves reading, music, and hanging out with friends!
Samantha Bian VP Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Samantha Bian is a senior in the BBA program from Augusta, Georgia doing a double concentration in Finance and Operations and Management and double majoring in quantitative science (QSS). She is returning as the Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion this year. She is excited to promote the diversity of the Goizueta community and ensure that everyone’s voice can be heard. Outside of the BBA Council, she is a member of 180 Degrees Consulting and the Vice President of the Student Diversity Advisory Committee. In her free time, she enjoys listening to and playing music (she plays both piano and flute) and reading. Her favorite books include the entire Sherlock Holmes collection and Little Women.
Sachi Madan VP of Marketing

Sachi Madan is a senior from Bellevue, Washington. She is studying Marketing with a concentration in Film and Media Management and a double major in International Studies. She serves as the VP of Marketing for BBA council and is excited to meet new people at Kegs! Outside of BBA Council, Sachi serves as a Bumble Campus Leader and was the former Vice President of the Young Democrats of Emory. Outside of school, Sachi loves to travel (she has lived in five countries and visited 35 countries), cooking new recipes, exploring Atlanta, and taking pictures.
Zaim Zibran VP of Corporate and Alumni Relations

Zaim Zibran is a junior from Bangladesh who moved to Georgia when he was 15. His areas of study are Business (OAM & ISOM) and Data Science and his career ambition is to become a consultant. He serves as the current BBA Council VP of Corporate and Alumni Relations and works to facilitate mutually meaningful connections between current and past students centered around our shared love for the vibrant Goizueta community. Prior to the BBA Council, he led a client engagement for 180 Degrees Consulting alongside serving as College Council’s VP of Organization Management. In his free time, he enjoys playing cricket, watching psych thrillers, thinking about ice cream, and drinking unsafe amounts of hot chocolate. Reach out anytime!
Anne Lim Transfer Student Representative

Anne Lim is a senior from Seoul, South Korea studying Marketing and Strategy & Management Consulting. She transferred to Goizueta Business School after two years of studying political science and sociology at Carleton College. She serves as a BBA Council Transfer Representative and strives to foster an welcoming and inclusive environment for Goizueta transfer students. Aside from BBA Council, she is also an engaged member of the Student Government Association and 180 Degrees Consulting.
Ruzan Khoja SGA Representative

Ruzan Khoja is a junior from Atlanta, GA studying Finance & ISOM. He currently represents BBA Council as one of three representatives to SGA. He is focused on using this platform to advocate for the Goizueta, and the needs voiced by BBA undergraduates. When not at BBA Council, Ruzan also engages as a member of EEVM, MSA, FLIP, and is a legislator in Student Government. Additionally, at the business school he works as a teaching assistant. In his free time, he likes to travel and explore unique points of interest in Atlanta.
Khegan Meyers SGA Representative

Khegan Meyers is a junior from Temple Terrace, Florida studying OAM with a double major in Political Science. He currently serves as a BBA SGA Representative on BBA Council and the Ranking Member of the SGA Legislature. Outside of BBA Council, Khegan works as a Research Assistant, a Kenneth Cole Community Building and Social Change Fellow, and an Emory Votes Initiative Intern. In his free time, he loves to skate, read the news, listen to independent artists, and explore local restaurants. Khegan is excited to build the Goizueta community and advocate for its students throughout the school year!
Ethan Smith SGA Representative

Ethan is a senior from New York but was raised in the Caribbean islands of the Commonwealth of Dominica, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines. He is studying Strategy and Management Consulting and Marketing. He is one of the 2022-2023 BBA Council Representatives for SGA. He is excited to advocate for the needs of Goizueta students and about being able to make an impact and hopes to make a positive impact this year. Ethan looks forward to serving the Goizueta Community. Outside of council, Ethan is a TA for BBA Capstone. In his free time, he loves listening to music, traveling, and socializing with friends.
William Gao Senior Representative

William Gao is a senior from Atlanta, Georgia, studying Strategy and Management Consulting. He is one of two current BBA Council Senior Representatives. Aside from BBA Council, William is involved in Alpha Kappa Psi, Wonderful Wednesday, and Inter-Fraternal Council on campus. In his free time, he enjoys photography, traveling, and music.
Ria Puri Senior Representative

Ria Puri is a senior from Johns Creek, Georgia. She is studying Information Systems and Operations Management and Strategy and Management Consulting with a double major in Philosophy, Politics and Law. She serves as a senior representative for BBA council and is excited to build community here at Goizueta. Outside of BBA Council, Ria serves as the President of the Student Programming Council, a Research Assistant, and as a Wonderful Wednesday Moderator.
Michael Chan Junior Representative

Michael Chan is a sophomore from Ellicott City, Maryland studying Marketing and Strategy & Management Consulting. He serves as a Junior Representative at BBA Council and will focus on planning inclusive community events for students and faculty at Goizueta. Outside of BBA Council, Michael is involved with Asian Culture Club, Emory Student Ambassadors, Goizueta Pride, and the Emory Communications Office. In his free time, Michael enjoys photography, music, and reality TV.
Mina Masody College Council Representative

Mina Masody is a senior from Atlanta, Georgia. She is studying Information Systems and Operations Management and is a pre-med in the College. She is serving as the College Council Representative for BBA Council. Outside of BBA Council, Mina serves as a Senior Advisor for the Emory Transfer Student Organization, a research assistant, and publicity chair for the South Asian Women’s Collective. She is looking forward to serving the Goizueta community in the coming year!

Creating Opportunity and Community

The Voice of BBA Students

The BBA Council is the governing body for all BBA students. Your council is elected each year to represent the needs of the students and to serve as your voice in enabling and enhancing professional, social, and academic opportunities.

180 Degrees Consulting

180 Degrees Consulting is the world's largest volunteer consultancy, with chapters across 81 universities worldwide. Come to our information session to learn more about the Emory branch of 180DC and the clients we're working with this semester!

Algory Capital

As the first student-managed quantitative investment fund at Emory University and one of the largest in the United States with $100k of the Emory endowment under management, Algory Capital provides students a unique opportunity to gain experience in quantitative finance through the research, development, and utilization of statistical models and trading algorithms across a variety of equity sectors and asset classes.

Alpha Kappa Psi

Alpha Kappa Psi is a professional co-ed business fraternity founded in 1904 with the purpose of developing its members into principled business leaders. Alpha Kappa Psi at Emory (Alpha Chi chapter) was originally chartered in 1926 but left campus in 1951. In 2006, a group of dedicated brothers brought back the chapter as it is today. Since then, we have grown to over 80 members and have a healthy pledge class of 15-20 every semester. Our brothers include students passionate about a wide variety of academic fields, career interests, and extracurricular activities.

Alternative Investments Group (AIG)

The Alternative Investments Group (AIG) is a club meant to promote the knowledge of the alternative investments industry among Goizueta students. We bring in speakers from hedge funds, private equity and venture capital firms, and other areas of finance to educate students on the intricacies of their jobs and industries. AIG connects this group of firms, known as the buyside, to students to facilitate career paths outside of the traditional routes of banking and consulting.

Ascend

Ascend aims to help all students develop their professional skills in the business field and further assist students to position themselves in the business world through recruiting activities and workshops.

Association of Latino Professionals of America

The Emory chapter of the Association of Latino Professionals for America (ALPFA) works to empower and develop Latinx students as leaders of character for the nation, in every sector of the global economy. ALPFA grants its members access to professional development workshops, community service events, and a vast network of leaders. Our chapter and national network, which include hundreds of university chapters and thousands of Fortune 500 professionals, provide invaluable support and mentorship.

Atlas Consulting Group

Atlas Consulting Group (ACG) is one of Emory’s largest student business organizations, providing consulting services to a collection of Fortune 500 corporations, rising start-ups, and other for-profit companies. Students engage in an intensive learning opportunity that affords firsthand business experience, forms lasting relationships, and lands great jobs. To learn about opportunities as 1st-year, sophomore, or junior, visit emoryacg.org.

BBA Council

The BBA Council functions as the student government of the BBA Program. The BBA Council is charged with governance over and providing support to BBA clubs, advocacy on behalf of BBA students, and creating programming to build and strengthen community within the BBA Program. The BBA Council has elected and appointed positions available for BBA students; elections and interviews are held in the spring semester for the following academic year. The BBA Council is responsible for carrying on a beloved Goizueta tradition every Thursday afternoon, as well as planning programming, study breaks, and other engagement opportunities for BBA students.

Beta Alpha Psi

Being a member of Beta Alpha Psi Epsilon Upsilon Chapter means being a part of a tightly knit organization driven by the goal of helping one another succeed. As an international honor organization, BAP promotes the study and practice of accounting, finance, and information systems. BAP provides unique opportunities for self-development, service, and association among members and practicing professionals!

Consult Your Community (CYC)

CYC is a national nonprofit organization that provides pro-bono consulting services to low-income and minority-owned small businesses and nonprofits. Through this process, students gain hands-on business experience and develop skills that prepare them for their future careers, while also helping their local communities thrive. At Emory, we have worked with 17 businesses in a variety of industries including technology, food and drink, and nonprofits.

Emory Business Ethics

We provide students with a forum for open discussion and evaluation about the role that ethics play in business decisions. On campus we host panels, case competitions, lunch n learns, etc. to discuss current events and educate business school students about everyday situations regarding fairness, responsibility and transparency in businesses.

Emory Impact Investing Group (EIIG)

Lack of "micro-enterprises" is a key differentiator between upper and lower income communities. As Emory's only undergraduate impact investing group, Emory Impact Investing Group (EIIG) is uniquely positioned to improve the economic vitality of Atlanta by tackling this micro-business gap. EIIG provides loans to local entrepreneurs who do not have access to traditional sources capital. In addition to the loan, EIIG's students provide free consulting services for the entrepreneur to address key challenges for their business, ensure their financial health, and form partnerships within the community. EIIG provides an educational experience for its members by engaging them in all aspects of the entrepreneur selection and lending process, including sourcing entrepreneurs from local accelerators, investment analysis / selection, and loan monitoring, and consulting.

Goizueta Black Student Association

The mission of the Goizueta Black Student Association is to promote diversity and academics among Goizueta's BBA and Pre-BBA students while adding value to the broader Atlanta community. The GBSA strives to meet these objectives through a wide range of programs focused on leadership & professional development, academic achievement, mentorship, and community service. As a result, our organization hopes to expand the network of the Goizueta Black Student Association and the Goizueta Business School as a whole.

Goizueta Consulting Group (GCG)

Goizueta Consulting Group is the umbrella organization that oversees all consulting related activities at Goizueta. The organization is responsible for the case workshops, networking dinners, and some external company presentations. There is no application to join the club, however continued attendance will lead to more invitations to networking events.

Goizueta Data Analytics Club

The Goizueta Data Analytics Club is dedicated to helping students explore the different facets of the data analytics world through guest speakers, roundtable discussions on the topics at the forefront of the industry, and technical workshops in the most in-demand technology tools being used in analytical roles. We aim to present students with as many opportunities as possible to engage in this up and coming field.

Goizueta Energy & Environmental Group (GEEG)

Goizueta Energy & Environment Group (GEEG) is Emory's first alternative energy and environmentally focused club. Our mission is to bridge the gap between sustainability and business by promoting careers in the environmental sectors at Goizueta. Last year, we hosted a case competition in the business school that consisted of 100 participants, 9 judges who are professionals in their respective fields, and $2000 in cash prizes.

Goizueta Finance Group (GFG)

Umbrella organization for GIMG, GWIF, AIG, and Finance Academy.

Goizueta Investment Management Group (GIMG)

The Goizueta Investment Management Group (GIMG) is a student-managed investment fund. Together, our equities and fixed income groups manage approximately $300,000 of Emory's endowment. Our club provides unparalleled, hands-on experience in areas such as financial modeling, pitching, and professional development. In addition to running our portfolios, we engage with our community by volunteering at local high schools to teach financial literacy.

Goizueta Marketing Club

Goizueta Marketing Club is Emory's campus-wide organization that directly promotes marketing spirit on campus. We strive to provide an open platform between Emory students interested in Marketing and professionals, alumni as well as business organizations within the industry. Since its beginning, the organization has hosted events such as Annual Networking Night, The Marketing Academy, 3+ Case Competitions and 10+ Company Talks.

Goizueta Real Estate

Goizueta Real Estate Group looks to inform students on the commercial real estate (CRE) industry. Through Goizueta staff, alumni, and the Atlanta CRE community, we look to provide seminars, guest speakers, and networking opportunities to the group members. We currently organize an annual Commercial Real Estate Social in Atlanta for students and professionals spanning the southwest, and we are always looking for ways to expand this event. The group looks to utilize the BBA Council and Goizueta resources to grow.

Goizueta Women in Finance (GWIF)

Goizueta Women in Finance (GWIF) is Emory University’s forum dedicated to engaging women interested in pursuing careers in finance. The group aligns with the initiatives of the other Goizueta finance academies to foster greater participation among women. We create an environment focusing on the unique challenges and opportunities that exist for women in the finance industry. Events and seminars are inclusive to all genders at the undergraduate, graduate, and alumni levels in order to develop a lasting network in the Goizueta community.

Spark Mentorship Group

Spark is a mentorship program designed to help adults on the autism spectrum develop important career and life skills. The meeting is broken into two parts. The first part is a group training session with a career-oriented activity and the second part is a one-on-one mentorship program, tailored to each mentees needs. You will form wonderful, meaningful relationships and be a huge help and role model to all of our members!

Creativity, analytical skills, and the ability to work under pressure are just a few of the characteristics that distinguish BBA case competition team members. If you are seeking an exceptional hands-on learning experience, the opportunity to network with students from other top business schools around the world, and the chance to bring fame and fortune back to Goizueta, then case competitions are a great option for you.

Each year, a number of BBA students are selected to participate on Goizueta case competition teams based on interest, functional expertise, quantitative and qualitative abilities, presentation skills, and motivation. The BBA Program office provides coaching, support, and travel expenses; the students do the rest.

Goizueta is very proud of its case competition track record and we are delighted to have the opportunity to showcase our BBA students to business schools and professionals from across the globe.

Examples of external case competitions in which Goizueta BBA students have recently participated include:

BYU Business Language Case Competition
Eller Collegiate Ethics Case Competition at the University of Arizona
Indiana University National Diversity Case Competition
McDonough-Hilltop Business Strategy Competition at Georgetown University
Queen's Business Plan Competition
Wake Forest Marketing Summit
University of Michigan Stock Pitch

Each January, the BBA Program Office invites enrolled BBA students to complete a PE credit toward graduation requirements by participating in the BBA Ski Trip. The annual ski trip is held in Blowing Rock, North Carolina and is geared towards all levels of experience. You can learn to ski or to snowboard, and fully 1/3 of all participants are new to their sport of choice. During the three days of instruction and practice, you will learn the fundamentals of what may turn into a life-long passion.

BBA Kegs is a Thursday tradition here at the B-School. BBA Kegs is a signature community building event that is the culminating activity after a strenuous week of business school classes, projects and meetings. Our students gather to reflect on the week, share a laugh and kick off the start to the B-School weekend.

Alumni often share that BBA Kegs was their favorite event in the Business School since was there that they made lifelong friends.

The BBA Kegs event is also a great way for companies to connect with our BBA students. Interested companies are invited to host a BBA Kegs event here at the B-School. Your company can strengthen existing ties with Goizueta while meet BBA students in a casual setting. This event has the potential to increase awareness of your company, your brand, your people, and the opportunities you are looking to fill. If you are interested in hosting a BBA Kegs event we encourage you to please email us or call 404-727-8693.