Tiffany Cochran on Alumni, Leadership and Legacy

 

In this episode of Central Speaks, we meet , a UCM alumna and Senior Director of Events and Alumni Engagement. She shares her inspiring journey from scholarship student studying Fashion and Apparel Merchandising to leader in alumni engagement, reflecting on the pivotal role scholarships played in her education, her successful career in retail management, and her transition into higher education. Tiffany emphasizes the importance of community involvement, mentorship and building lasting connections with alumni.

She also clears up common misconceptions about alumni foundations and shares her thoughtful take on team leadership. And yes—we discover how racehorses and fashion can run neck and neck in her world.

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