Beyond High Street

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Alex O'Brien, CEO, Cardinal Group Companies Sep 02, 2025

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Alex O'Brien, a 2002 Finance graduate, talks with Farmer School of Business dean Jenny Darroch about his journey from a first-generation college student to a successful entrepreneur, and leading the Cardinal Group with his brothers.

Liz Niehaus, Senior Wealth Advisor & Shareholder at Truepoint Wealth Counsel (retired) Dec 09, 2024

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Farmer School of Business dean Jenny Darroch talks with 1986 finance alum Liz Niehaus about stepping on and off the career ladder, her busy "retirement," and following her father's advice.

Jackie Shropshire, JLL Chicago Industrial Lead Sep 03, 2024

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In this episode, Jackie Shropshire, 2002 Farmer School of Business marketing major, tells FSB dean Jenny Darroch about his career in healthcare sales, why he transitioned to real estate, and why his love for Skippers goes beyond the food.

Kenneth Ali, managing director, Rock Gate Partners Jul 15, 2024

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On this episode of Beyond High Street, Farmer School of Business dean Jenny Darroch and 1990 marketing alum Ken Ali talk about the history of starting businesses in his family, how learning is different as you get older, and what he thinks makes Miami standout as a university experience.

Lance Theobald, CEO, Miami Nation Enterprises Jun 24, 2024

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Farmer School dean Jenny Darroch talks with 2010 accountancy alum Lance Theobald about his early years as an entrepreneur, his work on behalf of the Myaamia people as a member of the tribe, and what happened to the car he had during a trip to New Zealand.

Gopa Dobson, Chief Revenue Officer at MJ REIT May 13, 2024

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On this episode of Beyond High Street, Farmer School dean Jenny Darroch's guest is Gopa Dobson, a 1990 marketing alumna, with whom she talks about being industry agnostic, the importance of customer service, and advice for someone just starting their career in marketing.

Jillian Griffiths, Chief Financial Officer at Clayton Dubilier & Rice Apr 29, 2024

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On this episode of Beyond High Street, Farmer School dean Jenny Darroch talks with Jillian Griffiths, a 1992 FSB accountancy alumna, about the importance of giving feedback, what Jillian did during a sabbatical from work in 2000, and why Sunday night was her favorite night of the week while she was at Miami.

Mary van Praag, Global Chief Executive Officer at Milani Cosmetics Mar 11, 2024

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Mary van Praag, 1987 Farmer School of Business marketing graduate, talks with FSB dean Jenny Darroch about why she went into consumer products, being named "Brand Builder of the Year," and why the Western Campus is her favorite place at Miami

Mike Smerklo, Co Founder & Managing Director, Next Coast Ventures Feb 26, 2024

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Mike Smerklo, an entrepreneur, investor, and author who graduated from the Farmer School of Business in 1991, joins Farmer School dean Jenny Darroch to talk about being first in his family to go to college, being a fan of morning classes, and how he spent his Sundays during the Bengals' seasons.

Kia Nalls, Work-based Learning Solutions Creator at Sinclair Community College Feb 12, 2024

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On this episode of Beyond High Street, Farmer School of Business dean Jenny Darroch sits down with Kia Nalls, a 2001 finance and accountancy graduate, to talk about the scholarship that brought her to Miami, the importance of proper etiquette, and how she transitioned to working in higher education.

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