BAP Professional Partner Representative
Cristina Pazos, Associate Director
BAP Professional Partner Association/Not-for-Profit/Organization'
About The PhD Project
For over 30 years, The PhD Project has helped change the future workforce by providing students a model of achievement and businesses a powerful way to enrich the talent pipeline. Through partnerships, networking, mentoring and unique events, The PhD Project empowers our community to help business professionals and students from various backgrounds earn PhDs so they can inspire and educate the next generation of business leaders.
To learn more about The PhD Project and this career path:
The PhD Project’s Annual Conference is our flagship event, that takes place in Chicago, IL. During the conference, we give prospective doctoral students a realistic look at every phase of the PhD journey as well as an opportunity to network with current doctoral students, business school representatives, professors and partner organizations — all in one place. To apply visit: www.phdproject.org
About Cristina Pazos
Cristina is the Associate Director of Outreach and Communications at The PhD Project, where she plays a key role in managing engagement, storytelling, and strategic communication efforts. With 20 years at KPMG, she began her career in the Events & Meetings team before finding her true passion within The PhD Project. Cristina is committed to inclusion and has built her career around helping others connect with the opportunities and resources they need to succeed. She is also a proud member of the SOMOS BRG at KPMG. A graduate of Manhattan University, she holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration. She lives in Florida with her husband and their three beautiful children.
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Hear what our Professional Partners think about BAP!
I’ve been involved with Beta Alpha Psi in some capacity for over 30 years and I can attest to the fact that the organization does an amazing job of developing leadership, teamwork and practical work skills that transfer to great preparation for a career in business. It is a student run organization that allows the students to ideate, innovate and motivate. It is a true gold seal of approval from the perspective of a talent acquisition professional.
Blane Ruschak
President
The PhD Project
