Richard W. Cope | BSBA ’64 | 2025 | Cope, of St. Petersburg, Florida, passed on April 8. A proud University of Florida alumnus, Rich earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration with honors in 1964 and remained deeply engaged
Alumni Class Notes: page 1
In UF Warrington’s Alumni Class Notes, you have the opportunity to let your classmates know what’s going on in your life and career.
Did you get a promotion, new job or retire (lucky you!)? Maybe you got married, bought a house or had a baby (congrats!)? Are you just kicking butt and taking names (snaps for you!)? Let your fellow Business Gators know by submitting your Class Note!
Submitting a Class Note is also a great way to expand your network of Business Gators. By sharing what you’re up to, along with a link to your LinkedIn page, you give other Business Gators the opportunity to connect.
Share about yourself and connect with other Business Gators by submitting your Class Note today!
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Tim Megginson (MBA ’12) | April 2025
Megginson (MBA 2012), who has been with Visit Orlando for eight years, has been promoted to vice president of digital and data strategy. He will oversee the organization’s digital marketing, email CRM, business analytics and emerging technology initiatives. Prior to joining
Eliott Wahba (BSBA ’23, MS Marketing ’24) | April 2025
Wahba (BSBA 2023, MS Marketing 2024) is the founder of DolFinContent, a graphic design marketplace that connects clients with top-tier designers to bring their creative visions to life. He was recently featured in the Gainesville Sun about his business and
Steve Morrison (BSAc ’99, MSRE ’01) | April 2025
Morrison (BSAc 1999, MSRE 2001) was recently named by Forbes to their inaugural list of America’s Best-In-State CPAs. He is a Partner and National Director of Audit at CohnReznick. With experience as a client service engagement partner, quality reviewer, and
Casey Richter (BSBA ’03) | April 2025
Richter (BSBA 2003) was recently promoted to Vice President of HR Performance Systems at The Home Depot. She is a seasoned executive with over 20 years of progressive experience in finance, merchandising and operations. Richter has demonstrated expertise in P&L
Khristian Gutierrez (BSBA ’09, MSF ’10) | April 2025
Gutierrez (BSBA 2009, MSF 2010) is among the Charlotte Business Journal’s Most Admired CEOs, which recognizes local leaders who have demonstrated a strong vision for their companies and a commitment to the community. Gutierrez is the CEO of Passport, a
Leslie Giscombe (BSBA ’13) | April 2025
Giscombe (BSBA 2013) is President and Chief Business Officer at Phemotron Systems Corp., a pioneering space engineering startup. In his role, he drives the company’s mission to revolutionize the small satellite market and further position Phemotron as a key player
Kimberly Noble (BSBA ’95, MBA ’99) | April 2025
Noble (BSBA 1995, MBA 1999) is the chief financial officer of the Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens. She will serve as the interim director and CEO while a national search is conducted for the role, as the current director
Sandy Hostetter (BSBA ’81) | April 2025
Hostetter (BSBA 1981) has been appointed to the Edyth Bush Charitable Foundation board. A veteran in banking and community development, Hostetter is VP of Asset Development for Lift Orlando and former Central Florida Regional President for Truist. Her expertise in financial
Laura Pichardo (MBA ’21) and Abel Alvarado (MBA ’21) | March 2025
Pichardo (MBA 2021) and Alvarado (MBA 2021) are founders of Fragaria, New Zealand-style ice cream. The plant-based, unique dessert is made by blending premium vanilla ice cream with real fruit, using a special machine that produces an airy and velvety
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