Bama Means Business

On this episode of Bama Means Business, Dana Duckworth sits down on the podcast as she shares her journey from national champion gymnast to becoming the head coach of the University of Alabama Women's Gymnastics team. During the first episode of our three-part series with Dana we unpack what it was like to be a student-athlete and find a job from the most unlikely meeting. For more information abo...

On this episode of Bama Means Business, Wendy Morrel sits down on the podcast as she returns to Tuscaloosa, catching up with Culverhouse Faculty, and talking about her career. Throughout the episode, Wendy shares her experience through the joint JD/MBA program at Alabama. Wendy also discusses her journey through the past two years in the medical industry with MainStreet Family Care, now serving as...

On this episode of Bama Means Business, John A. List sits down on the podcast as he returns to Tuscaloosa, catching up with Culverhouse Faculty, and talking about his new book. Throughout the episode, John shares his experience serving both in the White House and in companies as an economist for Uber, Lyft, and Walmart. John also discusses his new book The Voltage Effect: How to Make Good Ideas Gr...

As a follow-up to the personal journey of Connie Chambers, we sat down to talk about the recruiting cycle of undergraduate and graduate programs. Geared towards current students pursuing internships or jobs for the coming year. Strategies and timelines are also key focuses of the conversation. For more information about the Culverhouse College of Business visit our website https://culverhouse.ua.e...

Having served as a key piece of the Manderson Graduate School recruiting process we sat down to explore her journey to end up in the position she is now. We also cover what keeps Connie going every day in the constant pursuit to help students find their passion and best fit inside of companies. For more information about the Culverhouse College of Business visit our website https://culverhouse.ua....

A continuation from the first episode, Olivia Ustas opens up about her time in college with friend Dan Neilson. In memory of Neilson, Ustas coordinated with a group of classmates to start a fundraiser this past spring benefiting the Habitat for Humanity in Tuscaloosa. Ustas also shares about her favorite memories from The University of Alabama, as well as her goals and ambitions for the future. Fo...

Olivia Ustas (MBA, '19) returned to campus for a Habitat for Humanity fundraiser and to talk with students in the Culverhouse College of Business. Having graduated from The University of Alabama with three degrees - a bachelor's and master’s in engineering, as well as an MBA - Olivia shares her journey from the capstone to working as a hardware engineer at Lockheed Martin in Boulder, CO. She also...

On this episode of Bama Means Business, University of Alabama alumnus Brandon Mazzaferro returns to Tuscaloosa. Throughout the episode, he walks through his adventure since graduating from Manderson in 2021, sharing how he became one of the select few Hotdoggers with Oscar Mayer. Brandon also shares his future aspirations and lessons he learned after graduation. For more information about the Culv...

Introducing Season 2 of the BAMA Means Business podcast! Continuing the same format from season 1, we will be talking to professors, alumni, and students from the Culverhouse College of Business. There are a lot of great people this season and cannot wait to share these stories! For more information about the Culverhouse College of Business visit our website https://culverhouse.ua.edu . Stay up to...

On this episode of Bama Means Business, University of Alabama alumnus Jenn Bouchard returns to Tuscaloosa after 14 years. Throughout the episode, she walks through her career since graduating from the University in 2007, shares her inspiration for a mentoring young women in technology. She emphasizes the importance of adapting to the new norms of hybrid working and  finding connection when not in...

On this episode of Bama Means Business, University of Alabama alumnus Kendall Roden returns to Tuscaloosa. Throughout the episode, she walks through her time at Alabama and Microsoft since graduating from the University in 2016, shares her inspiration for a mentorship program, and reminisces on fundamental moments from her time on campus. She emphasizes the importance of trying new things while in...

On this episode of Bama Means Business, University of Alabama alumnus Jamal Robertson returns to Tuscaloosa after 25 years. Throughout the episode, he walks through his career since graduating from the University in 1996, shares his inspiration for a mentorship program, and reminisces on fundamental moments from his young adult years. He emphasizes the importance of aligning your career with somet...

During the opening of Hewson Hall, five alumni sat down to share their experiences in the business school. This episode is a small part of that conversation exploring why they choose to donate a collaboration room in the new business building. The group also explores goals for the future and what giving back means as graduates from The University of Alabama. For more information about the Culverho...

During the opening of Hewson Hall, five alumni sat down to share their experiences in the business school. This episode is a small part of that conversation exploring the Manderson Case Team at The University of Alabama. From the beginning, the Case Team has competed on the national stage, winning the SEC Competitions in only their second year. This team also serves as a networking and team-buildi...

Steven Bunker is a Mexican and Latin American History Associate Professor at The University of Alabama. As a professor, Steven focuses on the history of business and trade through the economies of the Americas. Dr. Bunker also guides students through life teaching basic competencies in financial literacy. In the second episode of our two-part series, we explore his goals for the future, business l...

Steven Bunker is a Mexican and Latin American History Associate Professor at The University of Alabama. As a professor, Steven focuses on the history of business and trade through the economies of the Americas. Dr. Bunker also guides students through life teaching basic competencies in financial literacy. In the second episode of our two-part series, we explore his goals for the future, business l...

Tanesha Simms-Summers is a small business owner in Birmingham, AL. As the founder of Naughty But Nice Kettle Corn Co. (NBN), a kettle corn product focused on giving back to the community, Tanesha is looking on bringing an enthusiastic and exciting business to the state of Alabama. In part two of our two-part series, we explore her goals for growth, building a business in Birmingham, and how she ba...

Tanesha Simms-Summers is a small business owner in Birmingham, AL. As the founder of Naughty But Nice Kettle Corn Co. (NBN), a kettle corn product focused on giving back to the community, Tanesha is looking on bringing an enthusiastic and exciting business to the state of Alabama. In part one of our two-part series, we explore her life growing up in Birmingham, quitting her job, and eventually sta...

Chris Lambert serves as the relationship manager at The Trust Company in Knoxville, Tennessee. In his role, Chris assists families with their complex multigenerational planning needs. In this episode, learn what drives Chris, his expansive efforts to spread UA within his community, and some of the biggest takeaways from his time on campus. For more information about the Culverhouse College of Busi...

Mark Smith serves as the senior manager of public policy for adult beverages at Shipt. Mark also graduated from Culverhouse with a finance degree in 2011. Recent state legislation has led to big changes for Shipt, specifically in Mark's area. Today he will discuss how he came to Shipt, what the new legislation will mean for the company, and take a look back at his time at the capstone. For more in...

Jessica Crew is a business communications instructor at The University of Alabama's Culverhouse College of Business . As one of the first instructors of GBA 300, an educational program designed to provide business skills to students, Jessica guides hundreds of students through the essential skill needed in the modern workplace. In the second part of our discussion, we discuss best tips and practic...

Jessica Crew is a business communications instructor at The University of Alabama's Culverhouse College of Business . As one of the first instructors of GBA 300, an educational program designed to provide business skills to students, Jessica guides hundreds of students through the essential skill needed in the modern workplace. In this episode, we explore her life story, teaching philosophy, and r...

Chris Whaley is a Finance and Economics instructor at The University of Alabama's Culverhouse College of Business . As a researcher, Chris focuses on risk and uncertainties well as health economics. Dr. Whaley also guides students through many careers in the finance field. In this second part, we explore how everyone should learn finance as wells as future aspirations for impact in and outside of...

Chris Whaley is a Finance and Economics instructor at The University of Alabama's Culverhouse College of Business . As a researcher, Chris focuses on risk and uncertainties well as health economics. Dr. Whaley also guides students through many careers in the finance field. In this episode, we explore his life story, teaching philosophy, and how to apply current topics to classes every day. For mor...