Young Whitman Advisory Council Announces Leadership Change, Welcomes New Members

“Mike’s commitment to the YWAC and to Whitman cannot be overstated,” says Alison Kessler, Whitman’s director of alumni engagement and staff liaison to the council. “The YWAC has made significant strides under his leadership. He has always kept the big picture in mind while paying thoughtful attention to the details of leading a board. I am grateful to Mike as well as to Nicole, Megan and Josh for their countless hours and efforts to build the council’s strong foundation. I am incredibly optimistic about the council’s future with our new leadership team in place.”

As the senior brand manager for Suave at Unilever, Fishman oversees the billion-dollar brand’s strategic positioning, innovation funnel and product development. He has long been an active and engaged alumnus, giving back through service on the YWAC, as well as mentorship and placement support. He regularly engages with students both on campus and at Whitman events in New York City.

Jaffe is a New York Metro tax marketing senior manager at PwC. In this role, she drives client experience strategy and business development efforts in the New York Metro region. She has been helping Whitman students since shortly after graduating with placement support, career connections and mentorship. Orange runs deep in her family, with her mother, father and brother also being Syracuse University alumni.

“Both Kelly and Josh have achieved great success early in their careers and bring valuable experience and perspectives to their roles as YWAC leaders,” adds Kessler. “They are exemplary alumni who have stepped up time and again for our students in whatever way they are asked. We are fortunate to have the two of them, and the group of accomplished and committed committee chairs, guiding this important group of volunteer leaders of our school.”