At the University of New Haven, the health and safety of all members of our community remain our top priority. We have reimagined life at the University to help deliver high-quality education in as safe an environment as possible.
This website provides updated information about our response to the pandemic and our ongoing efforts to prevent the spread of COVID-19, and is being continually updated throughout the Spring 2021 semester.
Spring 2021 InfoWith widespread availability of several highly effective COVID-19 vaccines, University of New Haven leaders have a high degree of confidence the University will be able to return to many of its pre-pandemic norms in terms of class formats, student life, and other staples of the Charger experience.
Fall 2021 PlanningThursday, May 6, 2021, 5:30 p.m.
The Pompea EntreprenHER is a Women’s business pitch competition that provides a platform for Women Entrepreneurs to showcase their business, passion, creativity, and entrepreneurial spirit. EntreprenHER is more than just a pitch competition. The goals of EntreprenHER are to:
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| Problem Identification |
| Feasibility (can it be done?) |
| Desirability (does it satisfy customers’ needs/wants) |
| Sustainability (long term success) |
| Business Phase (ideation, developing, advanced business phase) |
| Financial Viability (is it profitable) |
| Geographical location (vested in local community in Connecticut) |
Five Female Founders will be selected from the pool of applicants to pitch their business on competition night on May 6th!
Enter to win CASH PRIZES and MENTORSHIP from our Faculty and those in the Profession.
Debra is a 20+ year veteran in the financial services industry leading sales teams in that space with a handful of leading companies. Deb focuses her recruiting and new business development in a couple of underserved markets including women and LGBTQ+ to name just a few.
Joan is an accomplished leader in the field of executive coaching. She recently retired from The Ayers Group where she was Managing Director, Executive Coaching since 2000. In this role, Joan managed a roster of 300 active executive coaches and consultants.
Susan spent more than 20 years at the senior executive level in human resources and administrative services management. Susan received her MBA in International Marketing from University of New Haven and is currently a member of the Pompea College of Business Advisory Board and the Non-Profit Institute Advisory Board, along with serving on the Women’s Leadership Council.
Lisa Delfini is a partner in the MARCUM LLP's New Haven office. She has over 28 years of experience in both public accounting and private industry, including 17 years auditing companies of all sizes.
Jessica is responsible for managing grant and non-financial initiatives targeted at supporting entrepreneurial growth in the State of Connecticut. She oversees all CTNext programs, shaping the direction and impact of current and new initiatives, as well as developing and managing organizational strategy, budgeting, compliance, and administration to name a few.
Debra has over 20 years’ experience as a senior executive in IT, working for Fortune 100 companies such as Morgan Stanley, JP Morgan Chase and PepsiCo. Her skills and experience spans Business Relationship Management, Application Development & Delivery and Technology Risk Management. Debra serves on two school boards and is an active member of Jack and Jill of America Inc. as well as the UNH Women’s Leadership Council.
The Women in Business Club is one of the University’s newest recognized student organizations, and it is already offering students important educational and networking opportunities, regardless of their major or gender identity.
The University’s Women’s Leadership Council sponsored a virtual program that enabled students to learn about opportunities, challenges, and the skills that are critical for success from women who are leaders in their fields.
Check out the University's new Centennial video in which students discussed the university of the future that they envision. President Steve Kaplan shared his goal for the University - a place where he visualizes students continually challenging the University to innovate, imagine, and reinvent itself.
A new initiative at the University of New Haven, the Women’s Leadership Council brings female students and prominent women leaders together for mentorship and networking opportunities, as well as for inspiration and empowerment.
Brian Kench Ph.D.
Dean, Pompea College of Business
Josephine Moran
Executive Vice Presiden, Chief Corporate Services & Consumer Lending Officer, Provident Bank, and co-chair of the Women's Leadership Council
D.E.I. CO-CHAIRS
Candice Deal, Ph.D.
Assistant Dean and Associate Professor of Accounting
Maurice Cayer, Ph.D.
Distinguished Lecturer, Industrial/Organizational Psychology and Management
MEMBERS
Khadija Al Arkoubi, Ph. D.
Associate Professor, Management
Jason Chung, B.C.L., LL.B
Assistant Professor, Esports
Demissew Ejara, Ph. D.
Associate Professor, Finance
Vasiliki Kosmidou, Ph. D.
Assistant Professor, Management
Brian Marks, Ph. D.
Executive Director, Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program
Jocelyn Rodrigues
Provost Assistant, Office of Dean
Michael Calabrese
Senior, Sport Management Major
Cora Cogill
Freshman, Business Management Major
Hannah Providence
Senior, Economics Major
Camille Tilghman
MBA
EBOARD
Jocelyn Rodrigues
President
Tanu Sharma
Vice President, Operations & Communication
Olivia Jimenez
Vice President, Mentorship & Collaborations
Kiana White
Secretary
Emily Watkins
Treasurer
Alexcia Flores
Assistant Treasurer
FACULTY ADVISORS
Candice Deal, Ph.D.
Assistant Dean and Associate Professor of Accounting
Khadija Al Arkoubi, Ph. D.
Associate Professor, Management
Mona Mehrabi, M.S., MBA
Graduate Business Programs Advisor
Ceyda Mumcu, Ph.D.
Associate Professor