Day 26: Digital Direction

Malcolm Montilus 2017

From the moment I began this adventure with MSBA, one of my top priorities was to have a better understanding of what direction I would like to take my professional career. Tonight, Sag Samimi, an Account Manager at Cogent Entertainment Marketing and a former MSBA student, helped us gain a better understanding of digital marketing. As a Digital Marketing Intern …

Day 25: Louis van der Wal – A Brand

Louis van der Wal 2017

The first time I was faced with the chance to shape my identity occurred when I packed my bags and flew across the country from Westlake Village, CA to Ann Arbor, MI. Moving into college as a freshman came with a whirlwind of experiences and emotions, but the most significant lied within the opportunity to be any person I wanted …

Day 24: Painting a Bigger Picture

Dayna DeBlasi 2017

On any given day this summer, I have received more valuable advice from more successful professionals than I can even comprehend. However, one of my incredible mentors – Emily Black of MSBA 2015 and Hashtag Sports – told me something that has resonated with me in a way that nothing else has: “Happiness is having something to look forward to.” …

Day 23: A Brand New MISSION

Sofia Bonilla 2017

This blog will help me tell you about my summer here in New York City. Last year, I decided to apply to one of the most prestigious programs in the sports industry; with more than 2000 applicants, I was one of 25 people chosen to experience the industry on a whole different level. You may be wondering, what am I …

Day 22: Just Say Yes

Samir Khoury 2017

Chocolate. Everywhere. On Sunday night, the MSBA crew headed to Max Brenner in the heart of Manhattan for some valuable bonding time among friends and colleagues. For those that don’t know, Max Brenner is the real-life equivalent of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, with pipes through the ceiling oozing chocolate and everything from chocolate waffle fries and martinis to stuffed …