Alumni Profiles

Sep 18, 2024

MAC Alum Cole Shephard on Building a Global Career Through Accounting and Entrepreneurship

Cole Shephard’s journey from NC State to founding the largest coffee producer in Colombia is built on a strong accounting background and global experience. As an entrepreneur and founding partner of Legacy Group, Shephard emphasizes the importance of mastering business fundamentals and embracing lifelong learning.

Jun 7, 2024

Michael Cento ‘17, Corporate Accounting Manager, Kymera International

Thanks to the Jenkins MAC program, Michael Cento developed the foundation he needed to change careers from education to accounting – and gained the skills he needed to contribute to the workforce on day one.

Jan 26, 2024

Brendan Madigan ’16, CFO, Limited Run Games

Choosing a MAC program with a strong alumni network and high-impact curriculum allowed Brendan Madigan, chief financial officer at Limited Run Games, to accelerate and create long-lasting value for his career.

Marian Keim delivers the 2016 Poole College commencement address.

Dec 6, 2023

The Power of Perseverance: Marian Keim (BS ’16, MAC ’18) Blazes Her Own Trail

The first-generation college graduate says she knew she was “never going to give up” on her journey to success.

Nov 20, 2023

Rising Above Adversity: How the MAC Program Led One Alum to Success Amid Unexpected Layoffs

With the help of the Jenkins MAC team, alumnus William McOwen swiftly rebounded from unexpected layoffs to secure a new career path within days, highlighting the program's exceptional commitment to lifelong support for alumni.

Jul 23, 2023

Alumna Fran Lawrence (’95, MAC ’96) Returns to NC State as University Controller

In this position, Lawrence oversees fiscal accountability, accuracy and reporting for the $2 billion university operation.

Jul 10, 2023

Recent MAC Graduate Starts Career, Embraces Public Accounting

Recent MAC alum, Hayden Edmondson, shares about his journey into accounting, his experience in the MAC program and his decision to pursue public accounting before shifting to the industry side – as well as a few pieces of advice for future MAC students.

Jun 15, 2023

How One Recent Grad Found Community, Opportunity in the Jenkins MAC Program

Recent graduate Victoria Gahn reflects on her unconventional journey to the Jenkins MAC program and shares highlights from her time in the program – including participating in the ERM practicum and forming lifelong friendships.

Oct 13, 2022

MAC Online Alumna ’21 Trades Wedding Gowns For Tax Preparation

Anna Kemp, MAC Online '21, entered the program to change careers and to eventually help other small business owners flourish.

Sep 19, 2022

MAC Alum ’21 Perspective: One Year Later

One year after graduation, MAC alum Jon Malote '21, reflects back on how the program prepared him for his first year in public accounting.