CASE Impact Scholars

Annabel is a dual MBA/Master of Environmental Management student passionate about forestry, conservation, and climate resilience. She earned a degree in Natural Resource and Environmental Management from the University of Washington, where she conducted bioremediation research and led fundraising campaigns for several nonprofits. Annabel began her career in the Development Department at Fred Hutch Cancer […]

CASE scholar Paola is a passionate changemaker who breaks barriers in both boardrooms and on the rugby field, leading with purpose to empower the next generation of women in sport and tech. She’s a national team player for Mexico’s women’s XVs rugby team, proudly representing her country in international competition. In recognition of her leadership […]

CASE Scholar Mia Knight grew up in Cleveland, Ohio, and has built her career at the intersection of digital and brand strategy, partnerships, and market innovation. A former Division I student-athlete at the University of Pennsylvania, where she earned her degree in economics, Mia is passionate about creating pathways for underrepresented talent and underestimated founders. […]

CASE Scholar Cecilia Iliesiu Dolan is a retired Principal Ballerina turned social entrepreneur committed to driving change in health, education, and the arts. She created industry-changing programs within ballet that addressed mental health, mentorship, and access, including PNB School Mentorship & Wellness Program and global teacher training initiatives in Nigeria, Ghana, and Honduras. Now pivoting […]

CASE Scholar Sam Shain has built a career at the intersection of social impact, operations, and corporate strategy, with experience at organizations including Kiva, Stanford Graduate School of Business, The Trade Desk, and Favela Inc, a social innovation incubator based in Vidigal, a favela in Rio de Janeiro.  Sam is passionate about strengthening community-led organizations […]

CASE Scholar Greta Post has spent the past four years working as a consultant, but it was her involvement with her firm’s Impact Consulting Practice that became both life- and career-defining. She expanded the team by 4X, led over 15 projects, and built meaningful relationships with nonprofit partners. Though technically a side role, this work […]

CASE Scholar Brenda Montecinos Villa is a first-generation college graduate and proud Mexican immigrant whose lived experience fuels her commitment to economic justice. Growing up navigating systemic economic barriers, she became determined to expand access to capital for communities historically excluded from the financial system.  Brenda earned her bachelor’s degree from Rutgers University. Most recently, […]

CASE Scholar Maleigha Cooper is a MLT MBA PD Fellow and Consortium Member dedicated to driving equitable change at the intersection of business and social impact. With a background in philosophy and African American studies from the University of Georgia (summa cum laude), she brings a nuanced understanding of systemic inequities and a passion for […]

CASE Fellow & CASE Scholar Jordana Roat is passionate about driving mission-driven impact in the healthcare space. Originally from the Philadelphia suburbs, she graduated from Barnard College. Prior to Fuqua, she worked in marketing, marketing operations, and project management at the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan, a nonprofit community center.   At Fuqua, Jordana is pursuing the […]

CASE Scholar My academic background includes a degree in Banking and Finance. I began my career in real estate before transitioning to asset management, and over the past five years, I have been helping businesses across Africa make sound investment decisions as a deal advisory consultant. My passion lies in addressing limited access to education […]