Zhensen Huang ‘04 Founder and CEO, Precise Software Solutions, Inc.
Ph.D. Information Systems, UMBC
After completing a PhD in Information Systems at UMBC, Zhensen wanted to figure out how to use technology to improve people’s lives. In 2012, while leading a difficult IT project, he realized he could add greater value by pulling together smart people and helping them to work together effectively. So Zhensen started a small business venture, attracted top talent to his mission, and now has over 120 employees working in a dynamic, collaborative work culture with a vision to serve as a connective force among government, industry, and academia.
Yasmin Karimian ‘11 Co-Founder, Suspended Brewing Company B.A., Political Science, UMBC
JD, Georgetown University Law Center
With a background in civic engagement, Yasmin and the team at Suspended Brewing work to incorporate deep ecology, build a sense of community, and create an inclusive, civic space in Baltimore City. At Suspended Brewery they hold their ethics and values to be just as important as how awesome their beer tastes. Their goal is to spread benevolence and enlightenment through the very best beer and coffee they can brew.
Brendon Thach ‘16 & Erin Patterson ‘16 Co-Founders, SenkoSkipper BFA Graphic Design, UMBC BFA Theatre Performance, UMBC
Brendon and Erin launched their online business after winning UMBC’s Idea Competition in 2016 hosted by the Alex. Brown Center for Entrepreneurship. Since graduation, they have traveled the country filming and educating others how to fish in different locations and how to become more active outdoors. They provide fishermen with the best source of entertainment, information, and helpful products available on the internet. Over 25 million people have joined them along their journey so far!
Co-sponsored by the Career Services Center
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