
What Exploring Mars Can Teach Us about Business and Ourselves
UCLA Anderson alumnus Allen “Al” Chen (’07) is the entry, descent and landing lead for the Mars 2020 project at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory. In describing his fascinating job, he explains how an MBA education fits into a deeply technical role.
Featuring: Allen Chen, Systems Engineer at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory

A Problem-Solver Finds Unexpected Purpose in a Corporate Setting
Neesha Hathi (’00), chief digital officer and managing director at Charles Schwab, felt motivated to help people create better financial futures for themselves. But she never thought that would mean working in a large corporation, leading a team of 1,500 people focused on digital transformation.

A Fitness Entrepreneur Strengthens Her Resolve
Despite a “burning desire” to launch in the fitness space, Felicia Alexander (’05), co-founder and president of BoxUnion and chief revenue officer at TITLE Boxing Club, needed to overcome her risk aversion.
Teamwork — in the Navy SEALs and Business School
U.S. Navy Captain Gary Ryals (’08) and Duncan Smith (’91), retired U.S. Navy SEAL officer

Being Open to New Opportunities
Deb Johnson ('99), Chief Learning Officer of Deloitte Consulting, tells us how a piece of advice her father gave her as a young girl has shaped her entire career and also the skills you should be developing for a career in consulting.
Featuring: Deb Johnson, Chief Learning Officer of Deloitte Consulting