Student Colleagues

Hi! My name is Stacia Zoghbi and I am a current Junior at Bentley University studying Marketing and Creative Industries, with a minor in Statistics.

On campus, I am involved in Delta Sigma Pi, where I currently serve as the Senior Vice President handling our recruitment and banquet activities. I am also involved in the Women’s Leadership Program and the Young Arab Leaders Association. Outside of Bentley, I love baking sweets and exploring cool places around me.

I am very excited to be apart of the Pulsifer Career Development Center as a Social Media Content Creator and I look forward to leveraging my creative skills to create meaningful and informative content for the Bentley community!

My name is Katie Acierno, and I am a Junior from Bolton, Massachusetts. I am double majoring in Finance (with a Sustainable Investment concentration) and Sustainability at Bentley.

With the support of my family and the Pulsifer Career Development Center, I have accepted an internship with Fidelity Investments in the Human Resources department at the Boston Office for the summer of 2025. I will be joining a team of women who oversee the Boundless program within Fidelity, and I will be taking on a role as their 2025 Asset Management Talent Acquisition Intern.

Outside of the PCDC, I am part of the orientation team, where I act as a resource and mentor for new Bentley students to guide them through their first weeks on campus and ensure a seamless transition into their Bentley experience. I am incredibly passionate about serving my community and am a Program Manager for the Bentley Service Learning and Civic Engagement Center. I am given the opportunity to share my passion for sustainability with young students in the greater Waltham area and foster a driven mindset in the younger generation.

I am also a member of Kappa Delta sorority and enjoy engaging with and supporting our philanthropies. Our mission is to empower and inspire confidence in young women and continue to make an impact. I also have taken on the role of collaboration and events chair for the Bentley Painter’s Organization as a creative and social outlet.

All of my engagements have equipped me with the skills and experience to support the career development of my peers, I look forward to meeting you!

Hi Everyone! My name is Arpi Sharma I am from North Andover, MA. I am a Junior at Bentley University studying Finance with a minor in Computer Information Systems.

My positions on campus include Allocation & Internal Audit Liaison, Harry’s Event Staff, and Bentley Ambassador. My other involvements include Alpha Kappa Psi, South Asian Students Association, and Bentley Investment Group.

This summer I am a Specialty Finance Intern at Liberty Mutual Insurance as a part of their Financial Internship Program. This role focuses on financial planning, analysis, and forecasting for midsize to large companies seeking insurance. Last summer, I was a Finance Intern at Flagship Pioneering a large venture capital in Cambridge, Massachusetts. This role entailed support with month-end financial statements, generated reports, and posted journal entries.

This is my first year as a Career Design Colleague and I am so excited to be in this role and support my peers.

I am a Finance & Technology major with a minor in Management from Brockton, MA. I currently serve as the Vice President of the NABA Business Bowl, a Residential Assistant, a Peer2Peer Mentor, and an MCC Ambassador. Besides my involvements, I enjoy working out, playing the guitar, and spending time with friends.

As a Career Colleague Director, I am passionate about helping students navigate the challenges of securing internships and jobs. I understand how overwhelming the process can be, and I am committed to providing guidance, resources, and support to help students achieve their career goals with confidence.

My name is Jonathan DeStazio, and I am from Hudson Valley, NY. I am a Senior studying Economics – Finance with a Business Administration minor. Outside of the Pulsifer Career Development Center, I’m an orientation leader for incoming transfer students, fundraising chairman for Sigma Chi Fraternity, and the newest member of WBTY (Bentley Radio Club).

In my short time at Bentley, the PCDC guided me in my search for an internship, ultimately helping me secure back-to-back summer internships. In 2023 I worked as a project management intern with Consigli Construction Co. where I supported experienced construction leaders and subcontractors to resolve discrepancies between drawings and field results. Most recently, I completed a wealth management summer analyst internship with Bank of America, Merrill Lynch where I worked closely with award winning financial advisors and client associates on impactful investment related projects. Following graduation, I will return to Merrill Lynch as a full-time client associate.

In the meantime, the PCDC has equipped me with the necessary tools to craft a personalized approach to career development process and help Bentley Students prepare themselves for future professional opportunities. I’m extremely passionate about the responsibilities of a Career Colleague and I’m excited to support anyone who walks into our office!

Hi! My name is Lillian Flaherty, and I am a sophomore at Bentley University from Madison, CT, majoring in Marketing with a minor in Experience Design.

On campus, I am a member of the Student Honors Council, serving as the Head of Marketing for the Dresses to Dreams committee. Off campus, I am currently a Digital Marketing Intern at the Aldo Tambellini Art Foundation.

I’m excited to join the Pulsifer Career Development Center as a Creative Graphic Designer! I look forward to using my creativity to help promote career development events and resources for Bentley students.

Hello, my name is Maya Kirnon, a senior at Bentley University, originally from Everett Massachusetts. I’m pursuing a major in Computer Informational Systems.

On campus, I’m actively involved in the Women’s Leadership Program, where I contribute to fostering community, empowerment, and leadership among students. Outside of academics, I enjoy bodybuilding and playing basketball, both of which keep me disciplined and focused.

In my role as a Career Colleague at the Pulsifer Career Development Center, I’m excited to assist undergraduates with resumes, job applications, and interview preparation while promoting initiatives like Career Closet, which provides professional attire to students in need. I look forward to leveraging my technical expertise and leadership experience to make a meaningful impact within our student community and beyond.

Hi, my name is Paul Lidenko, and I am a senior at Bentley University. I was originally born in Ukraine and later moved to Massachusetts. I am now completing my Bachelor’s degree in Finance.

During my time at Bentley, I have been actively involved in Greek life, serving as the Vice President of Sigma Gamma Delta and holding positions on the executive boards of the Interfraternity Council (IFC) and the Greek Activities Council (GAC). In addition, I work at the Career Center as a Career Colleague, where I assist students in developing their professional skills.

Throughout my four years at Bentley, I have gained valuable experience through internships at PTC Inc., Sensata Technologies, and Santander Bank. After graduating in May, I am excited to be returning to Santander as a Credit Analyst in their Commercial Banking division.

Hello, my name is Sophia Marchant, and I am a junior at Bentley University from Weston, Massachusetts. I am majoring in Computer Information Systems with a minor in Management.

On campus, I serve as a Career Colleague in the Pulsifer Career Development Center, assisting students of all class years with job applications and professional development. Outside of Bentley, I work as a Business Systems Analyst Intern at Boston Dynamics, where I utilize Salesforce to enhance internal business processes. What began as a summer internship has fortunately been extended throughout the academic year.

This upcoming summer, I am excited to join Epsilon as a Business Systems Analyst Intern, where I look forward to gaining experience in a client-facing role.

I am thrilled to continue contributing as a Career Colleague and to begin my new role as a Teaching Assistant for the Career Design Introduction course this semester.

My Name is Tyler Nguyen and I am a current junior at Bentley University. I am a finance major with a double minor in Computer Information Systems and Data Technologies. This summer, I interned at Liberty Mutual Insurance as a Financial Planning & Analysis Intern on the GRS NA Reporting team.

On campus, I am a brother of the professional fraternity Delta Sigma Pi where I have held positions as the Professional Activities Chair and the DE&I Operations Chair. I am also an Orientation Leader and Tour Guide where I am able to meet new and propsective Bentley students! Lastly, I have been a part of the FDS program as a Peer Leader and Student Government as a Senator!

Outside of school, I love hanging out with my friends and I am a huge Boston sports fan. I am looking forward to seeing the Patriots and Celtics play this year!

I am extremely excited to be a part of the Puslifer Undergraduate Career Development Center. Please reach out with any questions!

Hi! My name is Zoe Ragland-Haines and I am a Senior Marketing Student with a minor in Computer Information Systems from Baltimore, Maryland.

On campus, I am the president of the First-Generation Presidential Fellows, a lead Program Manager at the Bentley Service-Learning & Civic Engagement Center, and I am on Bentley’s Cheerleading team. In my free time, I love learning new things, reading, and testing out new cooking and baking recipes!

I am excited to work in the Pulsifer Career Development as a career colleague and and Career Development 101 Teaching Assistant this semester. I am excited to use my knowledge and creativity to help others achieve their goals!

Hello! My name is Maya Sakya, and I am an international student from Nepal. I am currently a senior at Bentley University, majoring in Marketing with a minor in Psychology.

I am actively involved on campus as a Creative Specialist in the Campus Activities Board, the Marketing Director for the International Student Association, and an Ambassador for the WorldView Program. This summer, I am working as a Sales Assistant at Ncell, a mobile telecommunication company in Nepal.

This is my first year as a Creative Blog Curator, and I’m excited to use my writing skills to create engaging and informative content for the Bentley community and beyond!

My name is Mya Thibodeau and I am a junior at Bentley University. I am majoring in management with a minor in psychology, and I am from Waltham MA.

On campus, I am a part of the Alpha Phi Sorority and I hold 2 A-board positions. I also am a part of the Bentley Service Learning program. When not on campus, I love to read, hangout with friends and family, and take my dog for walks. This past summer I was a marketing intern at Wayside Youth and Family Support Network in Framingham MA.

This past fall, I started working as a career colleague in the Pulsifer Career Development Center and I enjoyed helping students with their resumes, cover letters, and job searches. I am excited to continue my time helping students and gaining experience at the Pulsifer Career Development Center!

Hi there! My name is Kallen Wu and I am currently a junior at Bentley University. I am a first-generation college student pursuing a bachelor’s degree with a major in corporate finance and a minor in law.

Alongside being a career colleague, I am also the treasurer for Bentley Non-Profit Society, where I create budget requests and complete reimbursements. In my free time, I enjoy birdwatching and spending quality time with friends.