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Marlon Braccia ’84

Profile:
President, Shiva Entertainment, Inc.; on-camera host of internationally distributed DVD series on yoga (650,000 copies sold); columnist for “Ask Yogi Marlon”; and author of The Enlightened Cook. She is also a film, television and voice-over actress.

Degree:
B.A. in communication arts with broadcasting specialization; dual minor in fine arts and drama.

While at Hofstra:
Involved with the Ambassador Program; worked in the Axinn Library; served as social committee co-chairwoman of Tower C; served on Hofstra Concerts; worked as a staff announcer for WRHU; and nicknamed "The Video Queen" for numerous lip-syncing jobs on MTV-style videos.

What at Hofstra gave you your edge:
“Balancing a full academic roster, shooting various video productions, appearing in stage plays and being fully engaged in residential life and numerous extracurricular activities taught me how to multitask. I employ those same skills as I write, produce and appear on camera, in video and film projects.”

Hofstra is:
“A microcosm of the professional, social and cultural diversity the world has to offer in tulip-filled splendor!”

David Podell ’02

Profile:
Financial adviser, Podell Financial Group, LLC.

Degree:
B.B.A. in finance.

While at Hofstra:
Served as a member of the Financial Management Association and had an internship at Merrill Lynch.

What at Hofstra gave you your edge:
“The Finance Department hosted great speakers and events. My professors always discussed current and real-world events that related to our lives and our current economy.”

Hofstra is:
“Getting more sophisticated in what is being offered. Hofstra has added many courses to prepare students for a broad range of financial careers.”