2026 Awardees Announced for Fairfield Dolan’s 30 Under 30

Theodore “Teddy” Butynes is a senior at Fairfield University. While majoring in finance and minoring in religious studies, he eagerly strives for academic excellence. Beyond academics, he served as a Kairos 48 retreat leader through Campus Ministry, participates in weekly beach cleanups, is a member of Club Tennis, and is a Study Abroad Ambassador. Professionally, Theodore has completed three internships: at Arthur J. Gallagher, C-YourCulture in Florence, Italy, and at Goldman Sachs Ayco as a Summer Analyst. Upon graduation in May 2026, he will begin working full-time at Goldman Sachs Ayco as a Financial Analyst. Theodore aspires to build a career combining financial expertise with a genuine desire to help others succeed. Additionally, Theodore has run two half marathons, in Florence and in Jersey City, with hopes to complete a full marathon one day. He remains focused on continual growth, always striving to develop in mind, body, and spirit.

Marina Chiaro is a senior at Fairfield University majoring in Marketing with a concentration in Fashion Marketing and a minor in Public Relations. A first-generation college student originally from Naples, Italy, she has been involved in leadership and experiential initiatives across campus. At Fairfield, Marina serves as a Senior Fellow in the Office of Undergraduate Admission, Marketing and Alumni Engagement Assistant in the Dolan Career Center, and Chief Marketing Officer of the Student Managed Investment Fund. She is also engaged with Fairfield’s Campus Ministry, where she is helping to lead the Kairos retreat.

Beyond campus, Marina leads marketing initiatives for her family’s hospitality businesses in Bucks County, PA. Throughout her undergraduate career, she has gained hands-on experience through internships in marketing, merchandising, and brand strategy, including at Warner Bros. Discovery and in Florence, Italy, further reinforcing her interest in consumer-facing brands. After graduation, she plans to pursue a career in marketing or merchandising within the retail industry.

Faizah Chowdhury is an MBA candidate at Fairfield University, with concentrations in Marketing and Management. A proud first-generation student, she holds a B.A. in Computer Science, and is the Co-founder and Graduate Advisor of the First-Gen Stags Club, where she previously served as a lead marketer. She was one of five team finalists in the 2024 Fairfield StartUp Pitch Competition, where she pitched PathwayPro, an AI-driven tool for educational advancement. Faizah has also presented two faculty research projects at the 2025 Research Symposium. Currently a full-time Leadership Fellow for Fairfield University, she is driving digital transformation and campus-wide process improvements. Faizah is committed to bridging the gap between technical innovation and social impact, and she is excited to begin her next fellowship rotation within Fairfield’s ITS Project Management Office.

Liam Collins is a senior at Fairfield University, double-majoring in management and marketing. A dedicated entrepreneur, Liam is the founder of Clean N' Go Powerwashing and plans to focus on scaling the business full-time following his graduation. On campus, Liam has been a key contributor to the Fairfield Investment Group, where he served a term as the Portfolio Manager for the real estate sector. He has also been deeply involved in the Fairfield StartUp program, refining his business strategy and pitch delivery. This dedication culminated in a first-place finish at the annual StartUp competition in the spring of 2025. With a background in both investment analysis and small business operations, Liam is eager to apply his experience to the growth of his venture as he transitions into his professional career.

Nicholas Condos earned his MS in Marketing Analytics & Strategy from Fairfield University and is currently pursuing his MBA in AI, expected in 2026. He is a member of Fairfield’s inaugural Leadership Fellows Program, a competitive two-year rotational leadership development initiative designed to cultivate future business leaders. In his rotations across Institutional Research and Marketing, Nicholas has supported strategic decision-making through data analysis, and his work reflects a passion for the evolving intersection of analytics, AI, and marketing, where strategic creativity is informed by advanced data analysis to drive measurable organizational impact.

A five-year Division I tennis student-athlete and multi-year ITA Scholar-Athlete honoree, Nicholas remains active in mentoring and coaching young athletes while volunteering in the community. He is a 2026 Dolan 30 Under 30 Awardee, recognized for his academic achievement, leadership, and service. As he transitions into the Advancement Strategic Operations department, Nicholas is excited to continue applying analytics and AI-driven insights to strengthen engagement, strategy, and community impact at Fairfield.

Alexandra D’Amico is a senior at Fairfield University double majoring in Accounting and Finance with a minor in Management. She serves as Co–Vice President and mentor of Women in Business and as an Alumni Mentor for the Ignatian Residential College. She is also a member of Beta Alpha Psi, the Build-A-House Program, and the Honors Program.

For over 15 years, Alexandra has been involved with Make-A-Wish Connecticut as both a volunteer and intern, and has raised over $50,000 in support of the organization’s mission. Her experience sparked her interest in nonprofit work and continues to shape her perspective on leadership and community involvement. This summer, she worked as a Tax Intern at Andersen and will return full-time in May 2027 after completing her Master of Science in Accounting here at Fairfield.

Gianna Greco, a proud member of the Class of 2026, graduated early in 3.5 years, Summa Cum Laude with a 4.00 GPA, double-majoring in Marketing and Finance in the Dolan School of Business. Deeply engaged on campus, she served as President of the Marketing Club, Co-President of the Finance Club, and liaison between the Fairfield community and the Stags Hospitality Marketing Team. She is a Bellarmine Scholar, Corrigan Scholar, Beta Gamma Sigma inductee, recipient of the U.S. Department of State’s Gilman International Scholarship, and a student honoree at the 2026 Fairfield Awards Dinner. During her tenure at Fairfield, Gianna completed over five competitive internships across Fortune 500, Fortune Global 500, and privately held companies, including Henkel, Newell Brands, and Haddad Brands, leading strategic growth and innovation initiatives across procurement, brand management, and sales. She is passionate about building brands that connect data, creativity, and consumer insight.

Kevin Hanson is a junior at Fairfield University majoring in Business Analytics and Management, with a concentration in Entrepreneurship and a minor in Computer Science. He currently serves as President of both the Fairfield Investment Group and the Business Analytics Group, where he leads student-driven initiatives in investing, analytics, and professional development. Kevin is also involved in the Fairfield Startup Program and conducts research as both a Dolan Researcher and a Center for Social Impact Researcher. Kevin has completed an internship with Henkel and will join Mastercard this summer. Outside the classroom, he is the founder of after5, an AI-powered startup supporting service businesses, is a researcher for the Angel Investor Forum, co-founded Happy Dog Surf Shop which support local animal shelters, and runs WebForge Creative, a web development agency.

Andrew Hefter is a junior at Fairfield University’s Dolan School of Business, majoring in Finance and Business Analytics. On campus, he serves as a Data Assistant for the Dolan Career Development Center and is a three-time Dean’s List honoree. Andrew is deeply immersed in the university’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, having competed in the Fairfield StartUp program twice and participated in the Silicon Valley Immersion trip. Professionally, he has gained exposure to capital and legal structuring as an intern at Kennedy Funding, a private credit firm specializing in commercial real estate. Outside of the classroom, Andrew has dedicated significant time to the Challenger Program in both New Jersey and Connecticut. Upon graduation in May 2027, he looks forward to applying his high-ownership mindset to scaling businesses and driving operational excellence.

Ricky Lawlor is a Senior at Fairfield University, double-majoring in Accounting and Finance, and will be pursuing his MSA in Accounting starting in May at Fairfield. On campus, Ricky is Treasurer and Service Coordinator for Beta Alpha Psi Honor Society, the Membership Chair of Alpha Sigma Nu Honor Society, and a Dolan Student Advisory Board member. He is involved in various groups within Campus Ministry, including his role on the Lead Team for Liturgical Ministry, Student Director for the Spring 2026 Kairos Retreat and finally his recent participation in an Immersion Trip to Belize this Winter. Currently, he works as a Senior Admissions Fellow in the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. He has completed three internships, two at The Chef's Warehouse as Credit and Collections Intern, and one at PricewaterhouseCoopers. Upon completion of his Master's, he will work for PwC full-time in 2027 and is excited for all his future endeavors.

Molly Lowell is an MBA candidate with a concentration in Business Analytics at Fairfield University’s Dolan School of Business, where she also earned her B.S. in Finance with a minor in Marketing. She has built her graduate experience around artificial intelligence and business process automation, taking advantage of Dolan’s growing focus on AI and innovation. Through advanced coursework and independent study, Molly has developed AI-driven systems, including a Python-based scheduling application and workflow automation frameworks that transform complex, unstructured inputs into structured, decision-ready outputs. Her work blends technical depth with practical business application, with a strong emphasis on implementing AI thoughtfully and ethically.

Beyond the classroom, Molly serves as a Graduate Assistant for Dolan Undergraduate Programs and previously mentored first-year students as a New Student Leader. As President of Students for St. Baldrick’s, she vastly expanded membership and led major fundraising initiatives supporting childhood cancer research. She also worked in logistics analytics, analyzing pricing and cost structures while building automated tools to improve operational performance. Molly is truly honored to be recognized and grateful to Dolan for shaping both her professional path and her commitment to meaningful leadership.

Luke Maloney is from Northern Virginia, just outside of Washington, DC, and is proud to continue a longstanding Fairfield family legacy. His grandfather (Class of 1962), uncle (Class of 1987), father (Class of 1988), and brother (Class of 2023) are all Fairfield alumni. Luke graduated cum laude with a BS in Finance and a minor in Economics before continuing into Fairfield’s 4+1 MBA program, where he is now pursuing his MBA in Finance. As an undergraduate, he served as a Tour Guide in the Office of Admission and as a Dolan School of Business Student Perspective Day speaker. Now, he gives back as a Finance Recruitment Graduate Assistant, supporting the same Career Center that once supported him. Having completed internships at the United States Chamber of Commerce, MidCap Financial, and CrossCountry Consulting, Luke is eager to build on his experiences and launch his career in finance. He is deeply grateful to his family, friends, professors, mentors, and the entire Fairfield community for an unforgettable five years.

Thomas McLaughlin is a senior at Fairfield University majoring in marketing with a minor in finance. A dedicated Division I student-athlete, he balances a rigorous training schedule with the Men’s Rowing team while consistently earning Dean’s List honors. On campus, Thomas previously served as the Lead Marketing Intern for the Dolan Career Development Center, where he worked with a team of interns, managed digital content distribution and managed Dolan signature event promotion. He is also a mental health advocate and Ambassador for the Stags Care Team, connecting fellow student-athletes to campus resources. Thomas further expanded his professional expertise through a marketing and communications internship at StartCare, a nonprofit in Brooklyn, and by studying global business strategies while abroad in Florence, Italy. Upon graduation in May 2026, he looks forward to launching a career in the agency side of marketing.

Clíona McNamara is a graduate student from County Clare, Ireland, currently completing an MBA with a concentration in Analytics. She graduated in May 2025 with first-class honors in International Business from the University of Limerick, where she developed a strong interest in marketing and finance. Clíona was awarded the Conlisk Scholarship in recognition of her academic, personal, and professional achievements, enabling her to pursue graduate study in the United States. She previously worked as a Data Analyst at Oats Overnight in Phoenix, Arizona, and will complete a marketing internship at MS Transverse’s New York City office this summer. Clíona attributes her success to the unwavering work ethic instilled by her parents, whose constant support shaped her educational journey. As she continues to excel, she remains deeply grateful for the opportunities she has been given and is committed to paying it forward through service and leadership.

Elizabeth Miller is a junior at Fairfield University, double majoring in Accounting and Business Analytics with a minor in German. She serves as an Ignatian Residential College Alumni Mentor and is active in Campus Ministry, having been a leader for multiple retreats and serving as a liturgical minister. Elizabeth is a member of the Alpha Sigma Nu, Beta Alpha Psi, and Alpha Mu Gamma honor societies, reflecting her commitment to academic excellence and service. In summer 2026, she will join Ernst & Young's Hartford office as an Assurance intern, where she looks forward to further developing her professional expertise.

Marques Nana-Sinkam is a junior majoring in Finance with a minor in Accounting. Before transferring to Fairfield, he attended the College of the Holy Cross where he distinguished himself as a student and athlete. At Fairfield, Marques serves as a captain of the Men’s Soccer team, an analyst in the Wealth Management Club, a Cura Personalis Peer Mentor and a Stags Care Ambassador. With the soccer team, he has led youth soccer clinics and participated in several community events, including fundraisers for cancer research and other causes. Last summer, Marques and three teammates represented Fairfield at the national Black Student Athlete Summit. This summer, he will join UBS as a wealth management intern.

Cole Puccini is a junior at Fairfield University’s Dolan School of Business majoring in finance with a minor in marketing. He maintains a 4.0 major GPA and has consistently earned Dean’s List honors. On campus, he serves as an Industrials Sector Analyst for the $230K+ student-run Fairfield Investment Group portfolio, mentors students through the Dolan Partners Program, and competes on the nationally ranked Fairfield University Club Golf Team. Professionally, Cole interned with Wells Fargo Advisors in Wealth & Investment Management and will join Churchill Asset Management in New York City as a Private Credit Intern on the Senior Lending team in Summer 2026. He is passionate about financial markets and aims to build a long-term career as a leader in private credit and the broader financial industry.

Benjamin Raposo is a senior at Fairfield University’s Charles F. Dolan School of Business, majoring in Finance and Management. A Dean’s List student and Energy Sector Portfolio Manager for the Student Managed Investment Fund, he oversees a $550,000 portfolio while mentoring younger analysts. He previously interned at Interactive Brokers, gaining hands-on experience in clearing operations. On campus, Ben works at the Fairfield University Library, where he enjoys supporting fellow students and contributing to campus life. After graduation, he plans to pursue a career in financial markets and continue learning from mentors in the industry.

Skylar Ring is currently a junior at Fairfield University. She is a member of the Honors Program, where she serves as a Peer Mentor, and is pursuing a double major in Accounting and Finance with a minor in German. On campus, Skylar is the Co-Founder and Co-President of Women in Accounting, as well as the President of Women in Finance. Additionally, she is the Treasurer of Alpha Mu Gamma and an active member of Beta Alpha Psi. Skylar works in the Writing Center as a German Language Tutor and recently had one of her works published in the Alpha Mu Gamma National Newsletter. She completed an internship with Serco in 2025 and will be interning with KPMG this upcoming summer. Skylar will graduate in January 2027 and pursue a Master of Science in Accounting at Fairfield University.

Katherine Robertson is a graduate of Fairfield University, where she earned her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with double minors in Finance and American Studies, graduating with a 4.0 GPA. She is currently completing her MBA in Finance at Fairfield, also maintaining a 4.0 GPA. On campus, she served as President of the Fairfield University Rugby Team and as a Student Library Board Member, while volunteering with Team Woof Gang & Co to support adults with disabilities. A four-time Scholastic All American, she most recently served as captain of an All-Star Rugby Team that went on to win a National Championship. Katherine is a member of Phi Beta Kappa, Alpha Sigma Nu, and Pi Sigma Alpha and received a student achievement award in 2025. She gained professional experience as a Judicial Intern with the Connecticut Judicial Branch and as a Congressional Aide Intern in the U.S. House of Representatives. This fall, she will begin her Juris Doctor at Boston College Law School, where she plans to pursue a career in business law.

Coming from the Federated States of Micronesia, Rhynner Franz Rodriguez has displayed resilience, growth, and perseverance. Rhynner is a junior at Fairfield University, double-majoring in accounting and business analytics with a minor in accounting analytics. On campus, he is the Vice President of the First-Gen Stags, an Alpha Sigma Nu Honor Society member, a Beta Alpha Psi Honor Society member, a mentor in the Cura Personalis mentoring program, and a Dolan Dean’s Student Advisory Board member. He is set to intern at Ernst & Young this summer in their Los Angeles office, strengthening his skills and experiences as he pursues a future in public accounting.

Madison Ryder is a junior at Fairfield University, triple-majoring in finance, accounting, and business analytics. On campus, she serves as the Vice President of the Student Managed Investment Fund, overseeing a $580,000 student-managed portfolio, and was selected to represent Fairfield on the 2026 CFA Institute Research Challenge team. She is also the Treasurer of the Women's Rugby Club and an inducted member of Alpha Sigma Nu. Professionally, Madison founded a global web development business serving clients across industries and completed a finance transformation internship at Everest Re. She will join PwC as a Summer 2026 Audit Intern.

Molly Ryle is a senior student-athlete at Fairfield University, majoring in Accounting with a minor in Accounting Analytics. She serves as the captain of the Division I Women’s Cross Country team, where she balances leadership responsibilities with a demanding academic and athletic schedule. Molly has gained professional experience through internships at Ernst & Young and Siniscalco & Partners in Florence, Italy, supporting audit procedures, regulatory reporting, and financial reconciliations. On campus, she has served as an Accounting Tutor and is an active leader within the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee. Upon graduation in May 2026, Molly will continue her career at Ernst & Young as an audit associate and looks forward to the opportunities ahead.

Sophia Savage is in her third year at Fairfield University’s Dolan School of Business, majoring in Accounting with a minor in Management. She is on an accelerated academic path and will complete her bachelor’s degree in three years while pursuing the 150-credit CPA-ready track, with plans to begin Fairfield’s Master of Science in Accounting program this summer. Sophia demonstrates strong leadership as President of the Accounting Club and as a member of the Dolan Student Advisory Board, where she promotes student engagement and professional development. She is also a Division I varsity rower and a member of the Honors Program, exemplifying discipline and commitment while balancing rigorous academic and athletic commitments. Professionally, she completed a summer internship with The Murphy Group at JLL in New York City and has accepted a Winter 2027 Audit Internship with KPMG in Stamford. She embodies a commitment to academic excellence, leadership, and meaningful impact in the community.

Rob Selinger ’26 is a Finance and Accounting major at Fairfield University’s Dolan School of Business, where he is graduating a year early. He is the Founder and President of the Fairfield Startup Club, growing it into a campus-wide community of students passionate about entrepreneurship and innovation. Rob also serves in a business development role with the Fairfield Angel Investor Forum. This summer, he will intern with KPMG and plans to begin his career in Big Four public accounting. Rob is committed to building organizations and opportunities that create meaningful impact both on campus and beyond.

Samantha Smoot is a current MSF student and graduated with a BS in Finance and Accounting in 2025 to complete a 3+1 dual-degree at Fairfield University. On campus, Sam was the Fixed Income Portfolio Manager in Fairfield's Student Managed Investment Fund and a Senior Fellow at the Fairfield Admissions Office. She was also a Career Peer Advisor and on the Service Leadership Council in 2025. Sam volunteers at the Blackrock Food Pantry and Red Cross drives and attended one of Fairfield's St. Oscar Romero International Immersion Service Trip to Belize.

Professionally, Sam has undergone four internships during her time at Fairfield, spending last summer as an Investment Banking Intern at M&T Bank and currently interning part-time at a local hedge fund near Fairfield. She will be returning to M&T Bank in the summer of 2026 to begin her career as an Investment Banking Analyst.

Natalie Teahan is an active campus leader and finance student at Fairfield University. She serves as Vice President of Women in Business, where she has expanded professional programming, mentorship initiatives, and alumnae engagement. Natalie is also involved in Campus Ministry and participated in a service immersion program in Belize, supporting local school and church communities through hands-on initiatives.
Professionally, she has held multiple internships across advisory and finance. She previously worked in Deal Services Advisory at CLA, supporting financial analysis and M&A due diligence, and is a member of Fairfield’s Student Managed Investment Fund. In summer 2026, she will join RBC Capital Markets as a Municipal Finance Summer Analyst. Beyond finance, she earned a certificate in Global Wine Studies in France and serves as a writing editor for her father’s forthcoming memoir.

Anthony Terrano is a junior at Fairfield University, double majoring in Finance and Accounting. On campus, he is the Secretary of the Accounting Club, a Portfolio Manager in Fairfield’s Investment Group, a Beta Alpha Psi Honor Society Member, a member of the Honors Program, and a Dolan Dean’s Student Advisory Board member. Previously, he served as a Dolan Mentor and a notetaker. He has completed an internship at Heritage Strategies on Long Island and will be interning at EY in New York City this summer. Anthony graduated from Chaminade High School in 2023 and is an active member of his local church. Outside of the classroom, Anthony enjoys running and lifting weights with plans to run the NYC Marathon this year. Upon graduation in May 2027, Anthony will be pursuing a career in accounting while obtaining his master’s degree.

Robert Villavicencio is an Analyst at TKO Analytics within TKO Group Holdings, contributing to some of the world’s leading sports entertainment brands, including WWE, UFC, and other entertainment properties. His path reflects resilience and growth, beginning in a vocational auto body program before earning a B.S. in Sport Management from SUNY Brockport (’21) and an M.S. in Sport Management from the University of Florida (’24). He has built a career across sales, sports analytics, and data strategy while working alongside top industry leaders. Committed to giving back, Villavicencio supports his community through mentorship, professional networking, and acts of kindness, and has volunteered as a Spanish translator with the New York Legal Assistance Group Asylum Clinic. Guided by perseverance and purpose, he works to uplift others while honoring his family’s journey as the first in his family born in the United States and the first to earn both a college degree and a master’s degree.

Jonathon Werley is a senior at Fairfield University, double majoring in accounting and finance with minors in actuarial sciences, economics, mathematics, and taxation. He is an active member of Beta Alpha Psi and serves as an Ignite College Ministry Student Leader at Black Rock Church. Additionally, he has served as a Student Leader and Director of Escape and worked as a New Student Leader with the Office of Student Engagement. This past summer, Jonathon completed an internship with Deloitte in Stamford, CT, working with the Business, Multistate, and International Tax Service groups. He is also a CPA candidate and has successfully passed all four exams. Following graduation, Jonathon has accepted a full-time position with Deloitte in Philadelphia, PA as a Tax Consultant, and looks forward to the opportunities ahead.