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MAC AMBASSADORS

The MAC Ambassadors below are current MAC students who are available to answer your questions about the program, student life, and professional development opportunities. We encourage you to connect with one of our students and allow them to share their unique perspectives on the program.

Jared Albanese

Jared Albanese
Program: MAC
Email:Ìýalbanesejared@gmail.com /Ìýjalban04@villanova.edu
LinkedIn:Ìý
Undergraduate University: Pennsylvania State University
Undergraduate Major:ÌýAccounting with Real Estate Analysis and Development Certificate
Internship or Previous Work Experience: Real Estate Tax Intern at Withum in Princeton, NJ and Asset and Wealth Management Tax Intern at PwC in Philadelphia, PA
Favorite Philadelphia, Main Line or Villanova Activity:ÌýMy favorite activity in the Main Line area is trying the local restaurants and coffee shops. I also love going into the city with friends.  
Reason for choosing Villanova's program:ÌýAfter graduating from Penn State, I knew I wanted to expand my network by attending a different university for my graduate degree. Villanova was the obvious choice for me, as it is highly respected and has a strong alumni network. I was also intrigued by the data analytics aspect of the program, as it is a rapidly growing area within the industry.Ìý 
Goals or plans for a career after graduation:ÌýMy goals following graduation from the program are to earn my CPA license and return to PwC to start my career in public accounting.

Ava Cohen

Ava Cohen
Program: MAC
Email:Ìýacohen18@villanova.edu
LinkedIn:Ìý
Undergraduate University: Fairfield University
Undergraduate Major:ÌýAccounting and Business Analytics
Internship or Previous Work Experience:ÌýAudit intern at EY during Summer 2024
Favorite Philadelphia, Main Line or Villanova Activity:ÌýGoing to Phillies games! 
Reason for choosing Villanova's program:ÌýI chose Villanova's MAC program because VSB has a great reputation and the program allows me to stay on track with my graduation timeline. Also, the smaller class size works well for me, and the faculty are very supportive. 
Goals or plans for a career after graduation:ÌýAfter graduation, I plan to return to EY as an Audit Associate in their Philadelphia office.

Isabella Ricevuto

Isabella Ricevuto
Program: MAC
Email:Ìýiricevut@villanova.edu
LinkedIn:Ìý
Undergraduate University: Widener University
Undergraduate Major:ÌýAccounting
Internship or Previous Work Experience:ÌýSpecialized Tax Services internship at PwC in Summer 2025
Favorite Philadelphia, Main Line or Villanova Activity:ÌýOne of my favorite things is how close we are to the city. Whether it’s going to a Phillies game or exploring local events, there’s always something fun to do!Ìý
Reason for choosing Villanova's program:ÌýI wanted a graduate program with daytime classes that brought together students from all over the country. Working with classmates from diverse backgrounds has helped me grow academically and professionally, it’s been even more rewarding to build lasting friendships along the way!Ìý
Goals or plans for a career after graduation:ÌýAfter graduation in Spring 2026, I will return to PricewaterhouseCoopers as a Tax Associate.Ìý

Juri Kimura

Juri Kimura
Program: MAC
Email:Ìýjkimura@villanova.edu
LinkedIn:Ìý
Undergraduate University: UCLA
Undergraduate Major:ÌýPublic Affairs with a minor in Entrepreneurship
Internship or Previous Work Experience:ÌýAudit Intern at PwC Private (Japanese Business Network) New York City
Favorite Philadelphia, Main Line or Villanova Activity:ÌýKaraoke at McSorley’s! 
Reason for choosing Villanova's program:ÌýVillanova's MAC program is so different from my undergraduate career - an opportunity to be part of a small, supportive cohort where I could study for the CPA, contribute to meaningful research, and serve as a Resident Assistant all at once. Coming from a large school like UCLA and not knowing many people on the East Coast, I truly appreciate how involved I can be on this welcoming campus. 
Goals or plans for a career after graduation:ÌýI plan to return to PwC Private (Japanese Business Network) in NYC, where I can integrate my bilingual/bicultural background with the technical and professional skills gained through the MAC program.Ìý

Anthony Roselli

Anthony Roselli
Program: MAC
Email:Ìýrosellianthony35@gmail.com
LinkedIn:Ìý
Undergraduate University: University of Scranton
Undergraduate Major:ÌýFinance
Internship or Previous Work Experience:ÌýI have interned in accounting and government reporting across a variety of industries including pharmaceuticals, construction, and security services.Ìý
Favorite Philadelphia, Main Line or Villanova Activity:ÌýI enjoy exploring Philadelphia and going to Phillies games at Citizens Bank Park with friends.Ìý
Reason for choosing Villanova's program:ÌýI chose Villanova’s MAC program because of its stellar reputation, the ability it offers to advance my career, and the in-depth knowledge of accounting it provides.Ìý
Goals or plans for a career after graduation:ÌýI have accepted an offer to join CBIZ as an Audit Associate in the Alternative Investments Group.

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Ally Dotzman
Director, Graduate Admissions

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