The Foster Marketing Association’s mission is to connect students with the Marketing community and provide them with resources for a successful Marketing career.
We achieve our mission through events that focus on the following areas:
Exposure to the variety of industries and positions that fall within Marketing. Speakers are brought in to touch on the latest Marketing trends and fastest growing roles.
Networking with local alumni and Marketing leaders to create impactful relationships. Foster has a strong reputation within the Marketing field, and we aim to engage FMA members with this network.
Recruitment preparation for any marketing position with insights pertaining to a wide array of companies.
Please see here for information on the Marketing department faculty and courses offered.
The mission of the Foster Marketing Association (FMA) is to be the most valuable resource for students interested in the marketing industry. The FMA Board strives to broaden your exposure to the themes and trends of marketing in the business world through the collaboration of our members, officers, faculty, alumni, and distinguished speakers.
Priyanka Gadkari
Co-President
Full-time Class of 2024
Priyanka built her career in the Retail/CPG prior to joining business school. Her goals post MBA are to pivot into the marketing space specifically in the Tech industry. Priyanka hopes to co-lead FMA to build visibility, connectivity and recruitment opportunities for future members.
Ramya Krishna Pusala
VP, Alumni Relations
Full-time Class of 2024
Having journeyed from software engineering to roles as Product and Project Manager across diverse industries, including insurance, healthcare, fintech, and automobile, Ramya steps into the role of VP of Alumni Relations for the Marketing Club. This platform aligns seamlessly with her goal of becoming a Product Manager or Product Marketing Manager, enabling her to leverage her strategic mindset and relationship-building skills to foster a dynamic alumni network. She is excited to leverage her insights and skills in fostering lasting connections and enhancing the club's legacy
Sam Wilkes
Co-President
Full-time Class of 2024
Before business school, Sam worked as a Marketing Program Manager at a building technology company. His experience is in B2B marketing/content creation, and interned as a Marketing Manager for Amazon Music this summer. Last year, he was a first-year rep for FMA and ran the Super Bowl Ad Review, and hopes to make FMA more interactive and engaging this year!
Vanshika Kaushik
VP, Communications
Evening Class of 2025
Vanshika is a seasoned marketing professional with over five years of marketing experience in consulting and B2B. Currently, she is thriving as a product marketing consultant for a Start-up. She excels at simplifying intricate concepts for effective communication, a skill that has significantly contributed to team synchronization and collaborative efforts. Holding the position of VP of communication, she aspires to actively contribute to establishing efficient communication within the FMA.
Victoria Ecker
VP, Partnerships
Full-time Class of 2024
Victoria has professional experience in the outdoor retail industry, as well as organizational change management work for a consulting firm. After graduation she hopes to find a role in either brand management or product marketing, ideally in the outdoor retailing space. Her role as the VP of Partnerships will broaden FMA’s network, and offer members insight into different marketing roles in a range of industries.
Matt Sterling
VP, Programming
Full-time Class of 2024
Matt is excited to continue his work with the Foster Marketing Association board in 2023-2024 as the VP, Programming. Matt is looking forward to helping organize and execute fun, engaging, and impactful FMA events that span various industries, disciplines, and focus areas, not just Marketing! A Pennsylvania native, Matt spent the last 5 years of his career in the consulting industry, most recently as a Senior Consultant in the Organizational Transformation space supporting change management efforts related to large system implementations. Matt is an aspiring career-pivoter who spent his 2023 summer internship with ServiceNow as a Product & Solutions Marketing MBA Intern and had the opportunity to support several Product Marketing-related campaigns and initiatives, strongly influencing the future direction of the larger organization. In Matt’s free time, he enjoys spending time with his wife Elly, golfing, going to concerts, and enjoying all that the PNW has to offer!
Foster Marketing Association
Interview Book
FMA has prepared an Interview Book for resources on company specific information, Marketing Frameworks, and example interview questions. Sign up for FMA today to access the guide!
Case and Interview Prep with an FMA Board Member
The FMA board provides 1:1 coaching for FMA members who wish to practice case and mock interviews. We also provide feedback on cover letters and resumes. Signing up for the FMA provides access to the online scheduling tool through which members can book slots with coaches and board members.
Want to schedule an appointment with the FMA Board to prepare for a job application or job interview? Read board bios on the Leadership tab and then use the scheduling tool to make an appointment! Please allow 24 hr notice and schedule a team room for the meeting.
Past FMA events include the following:
Exposure
Marketing Experiences Panel - Dive deep into the different Marketing roles and better understand what roles are best for you.
Guest Speakers - Learn from speakers across industries on their career journeys and what big problems they are solving today.
Elective Overview Panel - Engage with Foster Marketing professors to better understand what their elective classes entail.
Super Bowl Ads Review - Deconstruct Super Bowl Ads with the Marketing Department Chair while snacking on chicken wings and pizza.
Networking
Alumni Mixer - Network with Foster alumni and local Marketing professionals at a local venue.
Lunch and Learn - Spend lunch with a guest speaker on practical skill-building to prepare for future problem solving and strategy development.
Office Treks - Pending the COVID-19 situation, tour local companies and explore how their Marketing teams operate.
Recruitment
Case Interview Prep Series - Learn how to nail any Marketing interview with tailored insights on how best to prepare for your dream company.
Powerpoint 101 - Create impactful slide decks to better convey your message in presentations.