Emily McCarthy
Interim Executive Director

Annie Kurtin
Senior Associate Director, Integrated Learning Partnerships

Kylee Vanek
Associate Director, Career Education

Pete Corrigan
Associate Director, Employer and Alumni Connections

Aaron Davis Martinez
Associate Director, Blue Chip Leadership Experience

Starting at the University of Arizona in 2015, Aaron serves as an Associate Director within Student Engagement & Career Development, where he leads the Blue Chip Leadership Experience. With Blue Chip, Aaron oversees a leadership program supporting almost 600 students each year through a cohort-based four-year leadership development program. Through 10 classes and 21 events each year, Blue Chip guides students in making connections on campus, building their leadership skillset, and preparing for their future. He is also a former Co-Chair of the Latinx Faculty & Staff Association and currently serves on the University Advisory Council.
In December of 2024, Aaron was selected by the Tucson Hispanic Chamber of Commerce as one of their 40 Under 40 awardees, which recognizes Tucson professionals under the age of 40 for character, community contributions, and leadership. The 40 Under 40 Awards celebrate leaders who are making a significant impact across various sectors, including business, education, non-profits, and civic engagement.
Before Blue Chip, Aaron worked for 10 years in college athletics at various universities supporting student-athletes in their academic journey. During his time in those roles, Aaron prided himself in developing strong relationships with students as he supported them in reaching their full academic potential.
Aaron holds a bachelors from the University of Portland and his Master’s in Education from the University of Washington. He is also currently pursuing his doctorate in Educational Leadership here at the University of Arizona. He enjoys exploring Tucson gems with his amazing wife, Marianna.
Marbila Rocha
Manager, Career Events

Jordan Thornton
Program Manager, LifeLab

Eli Burke
Senior Program Manager, Design Projects

Louise Till
Program Manager, Functional Skills Development

Megan D Forecki
Program Manager, Assessment and Research

Cory Eisenberg
Coordinator, Career Education

Anupam Singh
Project Manager, Design Projects

Alexus Austin
Senior Coordinator, Blue Chip Leadership Experience

Katie Beauford
Program Coordinator, Transferable Skills

Joyce Hamilton
Sr. Administrative Associate

Megan Gerrish
Manager, Administrative Services

Madison Mac Leod
Specialist, Marketing and Communications

Brianna Fulp
Career Educator

Stacy Saathoff, PH.D.
Career Educator

Stacy Burnett
Strategist, Content Engagement

Ariana Torrejon
Coordinator, Blue Chip Leadership Experience

Ash P. Parra
Project Manager, Borderlands Internships & Outreach

Raven Grandberry
Engagement & Program Development Coordinator, Blue Chip Leadership Experience