Stories of Impact

Troy Varenchik '97

Partner
Deloitte Tax LLP


Troy joined Deloitte soon after graduating from LMU and has played a significant role in fostering the university’s connection to the firm. He was instrumental in bringing the Deloitte Foundation Accounting Scholars Program to campus.

Jessica Purnell '18

Senior Manager, Finance
Edwards Lifesciences


Jessica isn’t afraid to share her perspective in high-stakes meetings, and she encourages students not to expect opportunities to come to them - they need to be the ones in the driving seat.

LMU Students Empower Women Entrepreneurs in Guatemala

Four CBA Lions traveled to rural Guatemala in June to co-lead a weeklong entrepreneurship program for women farmers - empowering them to turn local challenges into business opportunities.
A headshot of Olga Brandeis sitting in a director's chair in front of a gallery wall with black and white, framed, drawings.

Olga Brandeis, MBA '08

Founder and Principal
Brand Capital, Inc.


With over 20 years of experience in the commercial real estate finance industry, Olga has brokered hundreds of deals and loan closings ranging from $1M to over $50M. Now she is the principal of her own firm, Brand Capital, Inc.

Jose Rodriguez-Alcorta ’27

Jose Rodriguez-Alcorta ’27
Accounting Major


Jose Rodriguez-Alcorta ’27 has ranged far beyond Los Angeles and explored culture in Korea on a scholarship from the Center for Asian Business. 
Andrew Fowler, MBA '14

Andrew Fowler, MBA '14

Co-founder and Managing Partner
Los Angeles Ale Works


At 22, Andrew knew he wanted to open a brewery. The values he developed by earning his LMU MBA have become the guiding vision of his company.