Dallas College

School of Business, Hospitality and Global Trade Student Experiences

​​​​No matter where these current or former students are in the process of reaching their goals, we salute them. They have dared to turn dreams into reality through education in the School of Business, Hospitality and Global Trade. Could you be next?

Carlisa Cooper

Carlisa Moné Cooper

Assistant Chief, Biomedical Department Lead Biomedical Technician Dallas Veterans Affairs Medical Center
“I recommend this program to anyone seeking a degree in the fields of management or business administration.”
Business
Bryan Abercrombie

Bryan Abercrombie

Licensed Realtor Integral Realty Services
“I was prepared for the uncertainties not reflected in course content but addressed within my coursework with the instructors at Dallas College North Lake Campus.”
Real Estate
Angelita Williams

Angelita Williams

Associate Program Manager FedEx Office
“The management courses touch on so many different areas of management that it really is a deep dive into the structure of corporations today with real-life current data.”
Business and Management
Amy Wilson

Amy Wilson

WinCo Associate
“My experience in the RMC program was great. The professors were great, and every one of them helped me succeed and graduate.”
Leadership, Supervisory and Management
Amber Muncy

Amber Muncy

Sales Representative Mega Life and Health Insurance Co.
“The best part of my education was my teachers — I loved them! They went out of her way to help me if there was a problem or I couldn’t figure something out. My last semester there, I took all six of my courses online and I was a little nervous about how to do everything right, but they just walked me through the process.”
Business and Management
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Stephanie Gutierrez

Culinary Student
“At El Centro’s Culinary and Hospitality Institute, I’m learning how to plan a menu and use time management in the kitchen. Now with SkillsUSA, it’s teaching me to get where I want to go.”
Culinary and Pastry Arts
Albert Pantoja

Albert Pantoja III

Senior Accountant American Home Mortgage Servicing
“My experience was really good; I learned a lot about different types of loans, underwriting and loan origination. The program gave us a broad overview from the get-go. I didn’t have any previous experience in mortgage banking at all, so it really helped me to prepare for changing jobs into the industry.”
Banking and Finance
Tammy White

Tammy White

Project Manager Verizon Telecom
“The most important thing I learned in my education was a sense of accomplishment and purpose, and that nothing is impossible as long as I am willing to expend the effort to reach my goals. I have been promoted a number of times in recent years, into positions of more and more responsibility as a direct result of my education.”
Business, Business and Management
Susan Flynn

Susan Flynn

Kroger Associate
“I loved it so much that I am planning to continue my education to obtain my associate degree.”
Business and Management
Stephanie Campos

Stephanie Campos

Informa Markets
“Participate, engage and get involved with clubs, associations, etc. Networking is key for whatever you want to do after college.”
Hospitality Management
Martha Merkson

Martha Merkson

Senior Audit Officer Citigroup
“The most important thing I learned in my Dallas College education is how to build the foundation for becoming successful in the real estate industry as a salesperson, broker and an advocate for prospective buyers/sellers.”
Real Estate
Jennifer Pevehouse

Jennifer Pevehouse

Assistant Buyer Men’s Wallets, Belts, Gifts and Accessories J.C. Penney Co.
“The best part of the program was really my professors; they are so knowledgeable! And they follow up and stick with you — even once you’re out of their classroom, they’re there to help you and put you in contact with people out in the workforce.”
Fashion
Darren Bradley

Darren Bradley

DART Supervisor
“Once Darren completed the program and demonstrated its required competencies, he applied for and received a promotion to the level of Supervisor II. “With my earlier college work and the 18 credits from the Supervisor II courses, I’m on my way. They gave me a plan, and I am thinking about it. But right now, I want to relax and enjoy my promotion.”
Business and Management
Chad Houser

Chad Houser

Executive Director/Executive Chef, Café Momentum
“The professional bonds I formed at El Centro were instrumental in helping me build confidence and a solid culinary foundation. Most importantly, the faculty at El Centro inspired me to always cook from the heart. I am a better person and the Dallas culinary industry is better because of El Centro.”
Culinary and Pastry Arts
Cathy McKinney

Cathy McKinney

Administrative Assistant Case Management Department Baylor Medical Center Irving
“I’d have to say the best thing about my Dallas College experience was the teachers, especially those in the Office Technology division. They assisted me throughout my college career through thick and thin, and helped me get to where I am today.”
Business Technology
Angie Nabors

Angie Nabors

Owner at Stratevent
“Be a sponge! Learn all different facets of events and understand different perspectives. In corporate events you often have a wide variety of key players in making an event come to life - all the way from executives to the labor staff helping bring the event or show to life. Learn from them all and understand each of their objectives to meet your goals.”
Hospitality Management
Angelica Castillo

Angelica Castillo

International Business and Trade student, Richland
“This program was a great beginning for me, and my journey has just started — I am taking classes to obtain an Import-Export Certificate. My next goals are learning a third language and study abroad.”
International Business and Trade
Blanca Piña

Blanca Piña

Director of Human Resources Tuesday Morning, Inc.
“One of the most important decisions I pride myself with is earning an associate degree and certificate in Management. This was the foundation that provided me the opportunity to be competitive and have a successful career. Through education, I am living my dream.”
Business and Management
Israel Bazan

Israel Bazan

Costco Associate
“Even though I have spent 15 years working in retail in various leadership roles, the RMC program gave me new points of view and illustrated for me the reasons why many things are done.”
Business
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Kianna, Vaughn

Human Resources
“My dream job is to work in HR for the Dallas Mavericks.”
Human Resources Management
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Launch Your Future with the School of Business, Hospitality and Global Trade

Discover a world of opportunity at the School of Business, Hospitality and Global Trade—where innovation meets real-world experience. Whether you're preparing to enter the workforce, planning to transfer to a four-year university, or looking to sharpen your skills, our programs are designed to help you thrive in today’s dynamic global economy.

With flexible learning options, industry-aligned credentials, and expert faculty, Dallas College empowers you to build a career in some of the most in-demand fields nationwide.

Updated January 12, 2026