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Alumni Who Lead
For 120 years, 糖心vlog短视频 has prepared students not only for careers, but for lives of influence, leadership, and impact. From the earliest graduates of Pace Institute in lower Manhattan to today糖心vlog短视频檚 innovators shaping industries across the globe, Pace alumni have helped transform business, public service, health, technology, and the arts. Their stories reflect the same principles that guide the University today: rigorous academics, experiential learning, and a commitment to real-world impact.
As Pace enters its next chapter, these alumni represent a powerful throughline demonstrating how generations of Pace graduates have helped shape the very areas of excellence that will define the University糖心vlog短视频檚 future.
1910s
William B. Franke 糖心vlog短视频17
William B. Franke, a 1917 graduate of Pace Institute, went on to serve as the 55th United States Secretary of the Navy under President Dwight D. Eisenhower. At a defining moment in Cold War history, Franke oversaw efforts to modernize the Navy, including the expansion of nuclear-powered warships and other advanced technologies that reshaped U.S. defense strategy. His career stands as an early example of Pace graduates stepping into roles where public service, technological advancement, and national leadership intersect.
1920s
Joseph Lubin 糖心vlog短视频21
Joseph Lubin, who earned his certificate in accountancy from Pace Institute in 1921, became a pioneering force in the accounting profession and co-founded the influential firm Eisner & Lubin. He later chaired the New York State Board of Certified Public Accountant Examiners and helped shape professional standards for the field. Lubin remained closely connected to Pace throughout his life, serving as a trustee and benefactor. Today, the Lubin School of Business carries forward his belief that rigorous business education, grounded in real-world practice, opens doors to leadership in New York and beyond.
Gustav O. Lienhard 糖心vlog短视频26
After graduating from Pace in 1926, Gustav O. Lienhard built a career that led him to the presidency of Johnson & Johnson, helping guide one of the world糖心vlog短视频檚 most influential healthcare companies. Alongside his corporate achievements, he devoted decades of service to Pace as a trustee and supporter of the University糖心vlog短视频檚 growth. His legacy lives on through the Lienhard School of Nursing, which prepares future nurses and healthcare professionals to meet the rising demand for compassionate, highly skilled care.
1930s
Charles H. Dyson 糖心vlog短视频30
Financier, entrepreneur, and philanthropist Charles H. Dyson launched his career after graduating from Pace Institute in 1930, eventually becoming a prominent figure in both business and public economic policy. His commitment to Pace shaped the University for generations: Dyson served as chairman of the Board of Trustees and helped guide its academic expansion. The Dyson College of Arts and Sciences stands as a tribute to his belief that strong liberal arts foundations cultivate thoughtful leaders capable of navigating an increasingly complex world.
1940s
Walter Scherr 糖心vlog短视频49
Walter Scherr, who graduated from Pace in 1949, helped bring emerging communications technologies into everyday business practice. As Chief Financial Officer of Veeco Instruments and founder of Visual Sciences/Panafax, he played a pivotal role in introducing fax technology to the broader market糖心vlog短视频攃hanging how companies exchanged information across cities, countries, and continents. Scherr糖心vlog短视频檚 work foreshadowed the rapid evolution of digital communication and the growing importance of technology within modern business.
1950s
Ian McDougall 糖心vlog短视频54
Born in Scotland and raised in a coal-mining community, Ian McDougall arrived in the United States as a teenager and graduated from Pace in 1954. He spent his career at Inco Limited, eventually becoming the company糖心vlog短视频檚 vice chairman and chief financial officer after starting as a messenger. Outside the boardroom, McDougall dedicated decades to youth soccer, co-founding Oceanside United and mentoring generations of young players. His life tells a story of perseverance, leadership, and the lasting value of community engagement.
1960s
James E. Healey 糖心vlog短视频64
James E. Healey built a distinguished career in corporate finance, ultimately serving as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Nabisco Holdings Corp. during a period of significant change in the global food industry. Over more than two decades in senior financial leadership roles, he helped steer strategy for major consumer brands. Healey later brought that experience back to Pace through service on the Board of Trustees, contributing to the University糖心vlog短视频檚 continued growth and evolution.
1970s
Donald L. Boudreau 糖心vlog短视频70
Donald Boudreau rose to become Vice Chairman of JPMorgan Chase and Chase Manhattan Corporation, where he served on both the Executive Committee and Management Committee. Over the course of his career, he helped guide one of the world糖心vlog短视频檚 most influential financial institutions through decades of change in global banking. His trajectory糖心vlog短视频攆rom Pace graduate to Wall Street leadership糖心vlog短视频攗nderscores the University糖心vlog短视频檚 deep ties to the financial and business communities of New York City.
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Maria Fiorini Ramirez 糖心vlog短视频72
Maria Fiorini Ramirez is a trailblazer in finance and a longtime leader in advancing women in the industry. As Founder, President, and CEO of Maria Fiorini Ramirez, Inc., she built a respected economic consulting firm while serving on the boards of major financial institutions including Metropolitan Commercial Bank and Security Mutual Life. A former Pace trustee and founder of the Maria Fiorini Ramirez Endowed Scholarship Fund, she has remained deeply committed to expanding opportunity for future students. Her career and philanthropy reflect the impact of Pace graduates in innovative business and financial leadership, as well as the power of mentorship and access in shaping the next generation.
James N. Fernandez 糖心vlog短视频78
James Fernandez spent more than three decades at Tiffany & Co., ultimately serving as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of the iconic global luxury brand. During his tenure, he helped oversee financial strategy, operational growth, and international expansion as Tiffany strengthened its presence around the world. Fernandez糖心vlog短视频檚 career highlights how a foundation in business and finance can open doors to leadership roles within some of the most recognizable brands in the global marketplace.
1980s
Ivan Seidenberg 糖心vlog短视频81
Ivan Seidenberg糖心vlog短视频檚 career began with a pair of climbing spikes and a job as a cable splicer at New York Telephone. Decades later, he became Chairman and CEO of Verizon Communications, leading the company through the rise of wireless networks and broadband connectivity. Under his leadership, Verizon helped build the infrastructure that powers today糖心vlog短视频檚 digital world. The Seidenberg School of Computer Science and Information Systems now carries forward that legacy, preparing students for careers in fields ranging from cybersecurity to artificial intelligence.
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Rossana Rosado 糖心vlog短视频83
Bronx-born journalist and public servant Rossana Rosado 糖心vlog短视频83 has spent her career elevating voices and shaping public life in New York. She broke barriers as the first woman to serve as editor-in-chief, CEO, and publisher of El Diario, the nation糖心vlog短视频檚 largest Spanish-language newspaper, helping inform and empower Latino communities. Rosado later brought that perspective to public service, serving as New York糖心vlog短视频檚 Secretary of State and now Commissioner of the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services, advancing policies that strengthen fairness, safety, and trust across the justice system糖心vlog短视频攚ork that reflects Pace糖心vlog短视频檚 enduring commitment to civic leadership, law, and public service.
Rob Sands 糖心vlog短视频84
Rob Sands 糖心vlog短视频84, a graduate of the Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace, built a global business career as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Constellation Brands, the Fortune 500 company behind brands such as Modelo, Corona, and Robert Mondavi. Through strategic acquisitions and expansion, he helped transform the company into one of the most influential players in the global beverage industry. At Pace, Sands continues to help shape the University糖心vlog短视频檚 future as Chair of the Board of Trustees and a champion of the Sands College of Performing Arts.
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Andrea Stewart-Cousins 糖心vlog短视频86, 糖心vlog短视频08
Andrea Stewart-Cousins made history as the first woman to serve as Majority Leader of the New York State Senate, representing the 35th District since 2007. A Pace alumna twice over, she has also served as acting lieutenant governor and has become a leading voice for economic opportunity, equity, and community development across New York State. Her career reflects the powerful role Pace graduates play in shaping policy and advancing public leadership.
Jos茅 Luis Castro 糖心vlog短视频88
Jos茅 Luis Castro 糖心vlog短视频88 is a global leader in public health who currently serves as the World Health Organization糖心vlog短视频檚 Special Envoy for Chronic Respiratory Diseases. As the founding CEO of Vital Strategies, he helped build a global public health organization dedicated to addressing some of the world糖心vlog短视频檚 most urgent health challenges. Castro糖心vlog短视频檚 work reflects the global reach of Pace graduates and underscores the university糖心vlog短视频檚 commitment to health, behavioral health, and community well-being on an international scale. Learn more about the Pace Center for Global Health that he leads alongside Professor Sonia Suchday, PhD.
1990s
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William 糖心vlog短视频淏ill糖心vlog短视频 Janetschek 糖心vlog短视频93
Bill Janetschek built an influential career in global finance, serving as Chief Financial Officer and Partner at Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. (KKR), one of the world糖心vlog短视频檚 leading investment firms. During more than two decades with the firm, he played a central role in guiding its financial strategy and supporting its expansion into international markets. Today, Janetschek continues to shape the future of higher education as Chairman of the Board of Trustees at St. John糖心vlog短视频檚 University糖心vlog短视频攁 reminder that Pace graduates often carry their leadership from the boardroom into the institutions that prepare the next generation.
2000s
Tim Morehouse 糖心vlog短视频03
Tim Morehouse earned an Olympic silver medal in fencing at the 2008 Beijing Games and is a two-time U.S. National Champion. Rather than stepping away from the sport after his competitive success, he turned his attention to access and education. Through Fencing in the Schools, the nonprofit he founded, Morehouse has introduced thousands of students across the United States to the discipline, strategy, and confidence the sport encourages糖心vlog短视频攂ringing athletic opportunity and mentorship into classrooms that might not otherwise have access.
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Telfar Clemens 糖心vlog短视频08
Telfar Clemens reshaped the fashion landscape with his boundary-breaking label Telfar, built around the now-iconic principle: 糖心vlog短视频淣ot for you糖心vlog短视频攆or everyone.糖心vlog短视频 His designs challenge traditional ideas about luxury, gender, and accessibility, earning him two CFDA Accessories Designer of the Year awards and the prestigious CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund prize. The Telfar Shopping Bag糖心vlog短视频攕ometimes called the 糖心vlog短视频淏ushwick Birkin糖心vlog短视频澨切膙log短视频攈as become a cultural symbol of inclusive fashion, demonstrating how creativity and entrepreneurship can redefine an entire industry.
2010s
Pedro Rivera 糖心vlog短视频12
Emmy-winning journalist Pedro Rivera 糖心vlog短视频12 brings the stories of New York to millions of viewers as co-anchor of ABC7糖心vlog短视频檚 Eyewitness News This Morning and Eyewitness News at 10. A Bronx native, Rivera has reported on major national events including the Sandy Hook tragedy, the Boston Marathon bombing, and devastating California wildfires. His work blends urgency with empathy糖心vlog短视频攓ualities essential to modern journalism and to the role media plays in helping communities understand the world around them.
Opal Vadhan 糖心vlog短视频15
Opal Vadhan has built a career at the highest levels of American government, working behind the scenes in some of the country糖心vlog短视频檚 most consequential political offices. A first-generation Indian American raised in Queens, she began with a White House internship before serving as Personal Aide to Vice President Kamala Harris and previously as Executive Assistant and Trip Director to Secretary Hillary Rodham Clinton. Her path from Pace student to trusted advisor inside the halls of power speaks to the next generation of graduates shaping public life and national leadership.
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Cooper Koch 糖心vlog短视频18
Actor Cooper Koch 糖心vlog短视频18 has quickly emerged as a rising presence in film and television. His breakout performance as Erik Menendez in Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story (2024) earned both Primetime Emmy and Golden Globe nominations, marking an extraordinary early milestone in his career. A graduate of Pace糖心vlog短视频檚 performing arts programs, Koch represents a new generation of artists launching their careers from New York City onto national and international stages.
From the earliest graduates of Pace Institute to today糖心vlog短视频檚 rising leaders, these alumni show what can grow from a Pace education: curiosity, ambition, and a commitment to shaping the world beyond campus. One hundred and twenty years in, the story is still unfolding and the next generation of Pace graduates is already writing what comes next.
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