Alumni News
1960s
Warner Croft, BBA ’67, MBA ’73, retired as a partner from Accenture PLC and was previously employed with Arthur Anderson. Croft believes the world needs ethical people to use their skills and biblical values to impact the world for Christ. He spends most of his free time working on his ranch.
1980s
Michael Andrews, BBA ’81, was hired as president and general manager of Springs Hill Special Utility District in Seguin, Texas. With 30 employees, Springs Hill provides drinking water for more than 12,000 customers in the area.
John Beall, BBA ’85, recently joined Riverbend Sandler Pools as Group CFO and is responsible for accounting and finance teams across all brands under the parent company.
Jay Voncannon, BBA ’87, was appointed as CEO of Family Business Capital, LLC, an invitation-only private equity syndicate focused on offering bespoke, curated direct investments.
Michael D’Angelo, BBA ’88, has retired from the Enforcement Division of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, celebrating the culmination of a 26-year career marked by integrity, impact and unwavering commitment to public service.
Paul McCown, BBA ’89, published his first book, Longing to Breathe, a reflective work inviting readers to examine their personal stories to pursue deeper freedom and purpose. The book was shaped by his experience as a double lung transplant survivor, which deepened his reflections on life, faith and authenticity.
1990s
Kelly Johnson, BBA ’90, was promoted to principal investment officer and global sector lead for chemicals and fertilizers with the International Finance Corporation, the emerging market and private sector investment arm of the World Bank Group based in Washington, D.C.
Ross Curtis, BBA ’92, was promoted to president of BV Capital in Dallas and the national sales manager of BV Securities. Curtis had spent the past two years as the vice president of sales.
Kristina Keller, BBA ’93, MBA ’95, authored her debut book, Touch Your Ta-Tas!: My Story of Faith, Hope, and Healing Through Stage 4 Breast Cancer, which became an Amazon Bestseller. Through her writing, she aims to inspire others to be an advocate for their own health, trust their faith and never underestimate the power of prayer.
Julee Hawk Goeser, MBA ’94, started MidWest Bone Health Screening, the first Echolight REMS bone assessment site in Kansas.
2000s
Cameron Heathcott, BBA ’04, joined Edward Jones after graduating Baylor and is now a partner at Heathcott-Hineman Wealth Management Group. In 2025, the team earned recognition on the Forbes“Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams” list, reflecting its collaborative culture and dedication to serving clients and families.
Grant Nowell, BBA ’05, was promoted to vice president and treasurer at Trinity Industries, Inc.
Felix Loc, BBA ’06, and wife Jessica, BA ’08, welcomed their daughter, Dorothy Isabella, on Aug. 11, 2025.
Sarah Miller, BBA ’09, now serves in Marketing and Donor Development at LIFE International School in Madrid, Spain. In the role, Miller helps cultivate the stories of what God is doing at the school.
2010s
Medhanit Abayneh, BBA ’11, started Omega Investments and Consulting LLC as a partner and solutions architect.
Kathryn Sprengel, BBA ’11, earned her master’s in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University.
Benjamin Foote, BBA ’16, leads Noogs, a growing CPG sports nutrition company, with his wife. They’ve launched three energy products proudly made in Texas, with more on the way.
Davin Denk, MBA ’19, opened Organization is Magic to provide purposeful products that simplify the everyday experience.
2020s
Connor Blum, BBA ’20, was promoted to investment banking associate at Raymond James.
Demitra Carter, BBA ’20, stepped into the director of influence role at Popfly, marking a significant milestone in the next chapter of her career. She had previously earned her Master of Science in Sport Marketing from Baylor in 2022.
Wolfgang Draving, MBA ’20, completed five years as a member of the Board of Advocates for the Baylor University School of Music.
Jessica Dougharty, BBA ’20, is now a senior accountant at a regional accounting firm.
Joshua Baldobinos, MBA ’22, is now the chief operating officer at Advocate South Suburban Hospital in Hazel Crest, Illinois.
Stacey Gilbert, MBA ’22, joined Washington, D.C.,-based ADVI Health as their director of precision medicine.
Christopher Wainerdi, MBA ’22, accepted a role with the corporate operations finance team at United Surgical Partners International. He supports the forecasting, budgeting, financial planning and operational efficiency of the country’s largest ambulatory surgical center network.
Tatum Wray, BBA ’22, started an online needlepoint design business in February 2025. In 2026, she shifted wholesale and was featured in various brick and mortar stores.
Carl Faraon, MBA ’23, is now the head of Brand Partnership & Athlete Engagement at State & Liberty Clothing Company. The role blends his sports background with what he learned through his MBA program.
Emily Beard, BBA ’25, began working at Hewlett Packard Enterprise in Spring, Texas, as a presales architect, designing and presenting computer solutions tailored to clients’ business needs.
Thomas M. Kindle, MBA ’25, serves as the vice president and business unit leader for HITT Contracting. He oversees operations in the Southwest Region including offices in Phoenix and Albuquerque.
Tara Mitchell, MBA ’25, started an AI consulting business this year. In June, she was offered two new roles – one with a Fintech company and the other with the largest revenue-driving state agency.
Regina Natari Yesaki Hinojosa, BBA ’25, began her role as international business development manager at Carpenter Bus Sales in Waco. She works with clients in Spanish-speaking communities, building relationships and supporting their transportation needs, while helping the company explore and grow in new markets.
Patricio Perusquia, BBA ’25, is a full-time financial representative at Northwestern Mutual.
