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On the Rise Podcast
The "On the Rise Podcast" is brought to you by the Iona University Office of Alumni Engagement, highlighting the wide variety of skillsets and strengths of the alumni community.
Episodes
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Developing the New Rochelle Community with Anne Gold '89
Anne J. Gold is Executive Director of the Downtown New Rochelle Business Improvement District, where she leads initiatives to strengthen the city’s economic…
On the Rise Podcast40 Years of Service at Iona with J. Kevin Devlin CFC, Ed.D., ’61
Born in Brooklyn, New York and raised in Woodside, Queens, New York, Brother James Kevin Devlin’s life has been joyous in teaching and educational…
On the Rise PodcastEpisode 22 - From Iona to the FBI Seamus McElearny'89
Séamus McElearney began his distinguished career with the FBI in 1998, joining Squad C-10 of the New York Organized Crime Branch. Tasked with investigating the…
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Inside the President's Bunker on 9/11 with Robert Darling '87
In October 2007, Lieutenant Colonel Darling retired from the United States Marine Corps with just over twenty years of active-duty service. He flew attack…
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Episode 21 - Building Relationships in Real Estate with Sarah Haq '19
Award-winning real estate advisor Sarah Haq helps buyers, sellers, and developers navigate Lower Westchester County real estate with clarity, strategy, and…
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Episode 20: Dan Correia
Daniel is a Private Banker at JPMorgan Private Bank, helping families navigate life transitions and optimize their personal balance sheets. He provides…
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Episode 19: Cathy McCabe '85 and Deblina Jha '25MS
At Iona University, mentorship can bloom from the most unexpected scenarios. Hear from Cathy McCabe '85 and Deblina Jha '25MS on how the two met at Iona and…
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Episode 18: Victoria Bruno '10
Victoria Bruno is the Business Development Manager at KINGS Capital Construction Group, Inc., a commercial general contractor, site development contractor, and…
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Episode 17: Sam Polanco '02
Sam Polanco '02 is a seasoned technology leader and currently serves as Head of Quality Engineering for Instruction Capture, Pricing and Reference Data at BNY…
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Episode 16: Dr. Arif Qayyum and Collin Ferguson '26
At Iona University, students have access to an array of career opportunities beyond campus and abroad!Hear from Dr. Arif Qayyum and Collin Ferguson '26 about…
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Episode 15: Iona University Pipe Band
This year marks 60 years of the Iona University Pipe Band. In this On The Rise Podcast, hear from Seniors Maggie Gray '26 and Thomas Spillane '26 about their…
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Episode 14: Maz Malik '07 '10MBA
Maz Malik is a proud ’07 ’10MBA Iona University graduate,entrepreneur, and CEO with over 20 years of experience building and scaling businesses across gas…
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Episode 13: Amy Emmerich '97
Amy Emmerich is a growth and transformation leader with extensive experience scalingbusinesses at the intersection of culture, commerce, and community. She has…
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Episode 12: Carmen Widman '96
Carmen Conte Widman is an Emmy Award winning veteran journalist and a proud alumna of Iona. She is currently a Supervising Producer for CNN’s acclaimed…
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Episode 11: Kathy Savolt '73
Kathy graduated from Iona with a BA in Psychology in 1973. She obtained her MS in Psychology from the now defunct College of New Rochelle after which she began…
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Episode 10: Matt Caiola '05
Matt Caiola '05, CEO of 5WPR, leads the firm’s corporate, technology, consumer, and digital divisions. Under his leadership, 5WPR has earned accolades…
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Episode 9: Maria Tapia '89
Maria R. Tapia is board member of the Iona University School of Arts and Science Alumnae Board and the Iona Computer Science Alumnae Board. She brings to these…
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Episode 8: Lucille Bootman '17
Lucille Bootman graduated cum laude from Iona University in 2017 with a degree in Mass Communication (concentration in Public Relations) and a minor in…
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Episode 7: Stephen Semenza '83
Stephen D. Semenza, CPA, Founder, The Pawfect Brew, Former CFO, Evolution Markets Inc. Financial Executive Stephen D. Semenza is a seasoned financial executive…
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Episode 6: Kevin O'Sullivan
Kevin O’Sullivan is the Senior Vice President for Enrollment and Student Affairs at Iona University in New Rochelle, N.Y. With 20 years of experience in higher…
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Episode 5: Laurie Rebholz ’99 MBA
Laurie Rebholz recently joined Citizens Bank as the Head of Talent, after spending almost 23 years in various Learning & Development roles at Citi. Laurie has…
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Episode 4: Camille DeSantis '83
Camille DeSantis ’83 serves as Managing Director and U.S.Lead of Health Brand Development at Edelman, based in New York. She rejoined Edelman after founding…
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Episode 3: Grace Ferri '09
As a senior healthcare woman in business, Grace Ferri '09, member of the Alumni Board of Directors, drives the branding, advertising, fundraising, sales and…
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Episode 1: Jim Oates '95
Jim Oates '95, President of the Alumni Board of Directors, discusses his Iona experience, advice for the workforce, and more! Stay connected with the Office of…
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Episode 2: Cathy McCabe '85
Cathy McCabe '85 is a mission-driven, goal-focused executive who is an advocate for education, financial literacy, and LGBTQ+ rights. The daughter of a former…