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Please join us in congratulating our Spring 2026 Executive MBA Cohort 19 graduates!

This group of experienced professionals made the intentional decision to invest in themselves, their growth, and their future impact. Over the past 17 months, they’ve balanced demanding careers, family, and life while pushing themselves through one of the most transformative and rewarding experiences in business education.

Their journey is a reflection of discipline, resilience, and commitment, not just to personal success, but to creating meaningful impact in their organizations and communities.

We are proud of what they’ve accomplished and even more excited to see what they will continue to build next.

Congratulations Cohort 19!

Jill Fox, Jason McVeigh, Diane Cuellar, SHRM-SCP, Owolabi Odunewu, Lauren Rowan, Jay Martin, Becky Burney, Shady Judeh, Raghav Ojha, Scott Ludwig, Samuel Mouncher, Deepak Kumar Jain

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Please join us in congratulating two outstanding UTA Executive MBA alumni on their recent recognition!

Michael Dailey (Cohort 18), founder of Invictus Legacy Builders - High Performance Success Coaching, was honored with the 2026 MAVS100 Business Award.

We also celebrate Manjunath Charmani (Cohort 8), who was recognized among this year’s MAVS100 honorees, another great example of EMBA alumni making an impact.

The MAVS100 Awards highlight the top 100 fastest-growing Maverick-owned or -led businesses, celebrating their impact and leadership in the community. In his remarks, Michael credited this achievement to the support of his network, the strength of his community, and his experience in the Executive MBA program.

We are proud to see our alumni leading, building, and making a lasting difference. Moments like this reflect the power of commitment, connection, and purpose.

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This past weekend, we hosted an incredible EMBA Open House, giving prospective students a real, behind-the-scenes look at the program in action.

From sitting in on a live class to connecting over lunch with current students, alumni, executive coaches, and members of the Dean’s Office, attendees experienced the energy, network, and impact that define our EMBA program.

If you missed it, don’t worry, you can still get a simular experience. Schedule a private visit with our Program Director here and see firsthand what makes this program so powerful: https://meetings-na2.hubspot.com/hakim-sims?uuid=52c8d0b9-f9b2-4b76-9813-112966fab2e6

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The Leadership Outlook Breakfast was an incredible event, bringing our community together to hear insights from both current and former Fort Worth mayors.

It was especially meaningful to see our UT Arlington President Jennifer Cowley, FAICP lead such a dynamic and engaging conversation as moderator. Proud to be part of a community that continues to connect, lead, and grow together.

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🚨 Final Call: EXEC CONNECT

Don’t miss UT Arlington’s premier EMBA networking event—happening next week!

Join alumni, students, faculty, and other business leaders for an evening of meaningful connections at Choctaw Stadium.

📅 Thursday, April 16, 2026
⏰ 6:30 – 8:30 PM

Register now:
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A final glimpse into the incredible global immersion experience our EMBA students had in Panama!

Our cohort visited the Manzanillo International Port, gaining a behind-the-scenes look at the operational architecture of one of the most productive container terminals in the Western Hemisphere. A special thank you to Vanaida Marcel for an incredible tour and valuable insights.

They also explored the Agua Clara Locks—where modern engineering meets global maritime strategy—playing a vital role in the Neopanamax expansion, which significantly enhanced the Panama Canal’s capacity and influence on international trade.

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Our EMBA students had an incredible opportunity to explore Panama Pacífico—a powerful example of a public-private partnership transforming a former U.S. Air Force base into a thriving economic hub driving foreign investment and workforce excellence.

They also got an inside look at operations at Skechers and visited Caterpillar’s regional headquarters, where leaders across multiple industries shared valuable insights on global business, innovation, and strategy.

A big thank you to Gabriel Cheng Martinez and Federico Vasquez, as well as Luciano Garcia Aragon, Cristian Galeno, Cesar Palomino, Diego Ramirez Gutierrez, Marlen Prado, and Luis Marriott Garcia for an unforgettable experience.

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You can’t visit Panama without visiting the Panama Canal.

Our students had the opportunity to see the Canal and the Miraflores Locks in action—bringing to life its role as a critical chokepoint in the global supply chain.

They also heard from Luis Ferreira, a senior civil engineer and longtime spokesperson for the Panama Canal Authority, who shared insights on the Canal’s operations and evolving challenges.

A special thank you to Carlos Raad of Bladex for an engaging discussion on international banking and trade. As the first Latin American bank listed on the NYSE, Bladex plays a key role in facilitating cross-border commerce and financing large-scale infrastructure.

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As part of our Global Immersion series this week, our EMBA Cohort 19 kicked off their business visits in Panama with an engaging session led by Glenn Tjon, Co-Founder of Instituto para la Aceleración de la Inteligencia Artificial (ia2). He shared insights on microeconomic theory, corporate strategy, and how AI is reshaping the global competitive landscape.

Our students also heard from an inspiring entrepreneur panel featuring leaders from diverse industries, including Karla M. Guerrero Rodríguez (Grupo Ampesa), Patricia Jaar (Food Safety S.A.), and Jonathan Pragnell (Casa Bruja Brewing Co.). Their stories, impact, and operational insights brought real-world business concepts to life.

The day wrapped up with a behind-the-scenes look at the beer production process at Casa Bruja—exploring the technical craft behind their award-winning brews.

Stay tuned for more highlights from our Global Immersion experience this week!

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