TicketsThe University of Cincinnati athletics department proudly hosted its annual Bearcats Go Pro: Career Expo and Networking event on Monday night in Fifth Third Arena.
The signature event has served as an integral part of the Student-Athlete Development Academy’s mantra: “Bearcats Go Pro: in sports, workforce, and professional or graduate school.”
This night is designed to forge meaningful connections between UC student-athletes, alumni, national partners and professionals from the vibrant Cincinnati business community. It provides student-athletes with the resources, confidence and connections to thrive in their post-collegiate careers.
Bearcats Go Pro (BGP) serves as an evening dedicated to professional growth and exploration, offering student-athletes the opportunity to engage directly with leaders across a range of industries, discover potential career paths, and identify their individual interests.
Attendees include representatives from major local and national organizations, led by title sponsor Total Quality Logistics (TQL), along with corporate partners such as Kemba Credit Union, Medpace, Cintas, Fidelity Investments, FC Cincinnati, UC Health, PNC Bank, Cincinnati Open, Procter & Gamble, and more.
“Bearcats Go Pro continues to evolve as a meaningful bridge between athletics and life after sport,” said Chad Allen, Associate Athletic Director for Career Advancement & Leadership. “Our goal is to empower student-athletes to confidently navigate their professional journeys by connecting them with resources, relationships, and real-world experiences that fuel long-term success.”
Bearcats Go Pro stands as a dynamic and inclusive celebration of student-athlete development by connecting the University of Cincinnati community with professionals dedicated to empowering the next generation of leaders. This annual event remains a cornerstone of UC Athletics’ ongoing commitment to supporting student-athletes in every phase of their personal and professional journeys.
The event features panels with former student-athletes who share their experiences and career insights with attendees. Monday night's panelists included:
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Name |
Company |
Sport at UC |
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Zach Segal |
Gallagher |
Baseball |
|
Shannon Williams |
UC Health |
Volleyball |
|
Chloe Spitler |
Corza Medical |
Soccer |
|
Loretta Blaut |
Sogeti USA |
Track & Field |
|
Steve Soloria |
Cincinnati Financial Corporation |
Baseball |
|
Jasmine Whitfield |
Turner Construction Company |
Basketball |
|
Grace Noda |
Procter & Gamble |
Track & Field |
|
Emily Azzara |
Prolink Staffing |
Volleyball |
|
John Brown II |
City of Cincinnati |
Football |
|
Abby Luning |
Edward Jones |
Volleyball |
|
Carter Jacobs |
AtriCure |
Football |
|
Cole Harting |
Veritas Logistics |
Baseball |
|
Emma Miceli |
Seibel & Katz CPAs |
Tennis |
|
Vincent Byrd |
Accenture |
Football |
|
Demitri Beal |
Azelis Americas |
Football, Track & Field |
|
Kate Haye |
Tulkoff Foods Products |
Soccer |
|
Kahlil Lewis |
Lewis Solutions Group |
Football |
|
Lizzie Schumann |
Cincinnati VAMC |
Soccer |
|
Alexandra Wall |
Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center |
Swimming & Diving |
|
Claire Farrell |
Cincinnati Children’s Hospital |
Swimming & Diving |
|
Peggy Sullivan |
Phillips Edison & Company |
Track & Field |
|
Lazaro (Laz) Andino |
GE Aerospace |
Football |
|
Arthur Greenlee IV |
EXP Realty |
Track & Field |
|
Amanda Hardewig |
Hamilton County Educational Service Center |
Swimming & Diving |
|
Patricia Roscoe |
Deloitte |
Swimming & Diving |
|
Sam Mikula |
Nourish, Eleven Fitness Club |
Track & Field, Cross Country |
|
Alexandra Burkart |
Northstar Anesthesia |
Soccer |
|
Natalie Smith |
State Farm / Retired Marine Corps Officer |
Soccer |