BCLC Stamford Staff and Student Leadership
Staff Leadership Team
Beth Williams
Student Experience Specialist & Academic Advisor
Stamford 397B
2024 - 2025 Student Leadership Team
President
Major: Financial Technology
Bio: Hi, I'm George Tzoulafis, a driven and ambitious Fintech major at UConn Stamford from Closter, New Jersey. When I’m not immersed in my studies, you can find me hitting the gym or cheering on my favorite sports teams. During my first year of college, I created my very own club and will serve as the next president of the Business Connections Learning Community (BCLC). I also competed in two case competitions as well as becoming a mentor for first-year students for the next semester.
george.tzoulafis@uconn.edu
Vice President
Major: Marketing Management
Bio: Hi! I’m Bug Almonte, a Marketing Management major from Bergenfield, New Jersey and I’m so excited to be the BCLC’s Vice President for the 2024-25 academic year! I study marketing because I love learning about people and their behaviors through a business lens, but when I’m not studying or doing school work, you can probably find me listening to music, drawing/painting, or talking to my friends in the BCLC lounge. I’m incredibly committed to, and passionate about, taking strides in the School of Business and making (hopefully lifelong) connections to the people around me. I hope to be a leader that people feel comfortable around, and I’m excited to work with my close friends and meet new people!
krissily.almonte@uconn.edu
Diversity/Wellness Committee Chair
Major: Financial Management
adriel.resendiz@uconn.edu
Hi, I'm Adriel Resendiz, a Financial Management major at UConn Stamford from Stamford, CT. When I'm not focused on my academics, I enjoy spending time with my fellow BCLC members, riding my bike around the neighborhood, painting, or going out to a new restaurants along Bedford St. During my first year of college, I attended as many BCLC events as I could and was able to make meaningful connections and memories with those around me. I am elated to be in the UConn School of Business and look forward to expanding my knowledge of the business world while in it. I am thrilled to serve as your BCLC Diversity & Wellness leader for the 2024-25 school year! I hope to be a leader that can be looked up to and be seen as a knowledgeable, approachable person to come to for any questions regarding the Business Connections Learning Community!
External Partnerships/Marketing Committee Chair
Major: Marketing Management
Bio: My name is Vivian, and I’m a sophomore majoring in Marketing Management and planning to concentrate on Digital Marketing and Analytics. With this degree, I’d like to explore careers in public relations, media, advertising, or graphic design. During the past year, I had the opportunity to work as an HR Communications Intern at Aircastle and co-found an art club here on the Stamford campus.
Before moving to Stamford in 2020, I lived most of my life in Tegucigalpa, Honduras. Some of my hobbies are crocheting, painting, and photography. I am also a huge fan of boba and sweets. I am excited to be the External Partnerships/Marketing committee chair for the upcoming year and meet everyone!
vivian.2.mendoza@uconn.edu
Social Committee Co-Chair
Major: Financial Management
michelle.maia@uconn.edu
Hello, I’m Michelle majoring in Financial Management with a minor in Accounting. I plan to pursue a career in accounting, but I am also open to exploring other career paths. I’m looking forward to being part of the Social Committee Chair for BCLC this upcoming year. When not focused on school or at work, I like to listen to music, make DIY bracelets, take a nap, and talk to my family and friends from High School and Brazil. I am also a soccer fan, although I do avoid watching some of the games to avoid stress. Growing up, I also lived in Brazil, Martha’s Vineyard (MA), and I enjoy visiting during the summer. I’m incredibly excited to be working with my close friends and to help upcoming first-year students feel welcomed into our community."
First-Year Experience Mentors
First-Year Experience Mentor
Major: Data Analytics
Email: neha.jayanna@uconn.edu
First-Year Experience Mentor
Major: Financial Management
email: rushit.chauhan@uconn.edu
BCLC Ambassadors
Major: Financial Management
alejandro.lopez_gonzalez@uconn.edu
Major: Financial Management
rushit.chauhan@uconn.edu
Major: Financial Management
anthony.marroquin@uconn.edu
Major: Financial Management
maria.herrera@uconn.edu
Major: Business Data Analytcics
neha.jayana@uconn.edu
Major: Marketing Management
brooke.miller@uconn.edu
Major: Financial Management
hunter.baillargeon@uconn.edu
Major: Marketing Management
kevin.maloney@uconn.edu