COBI alumni receive industry recognitions

Congratulations to two UT COBI alumni recently received professional recognitions in their fields.

Heidi Joy Harnegie

Tyler Robert McKean

Heidi Joy Harnegie, Director of Sales Operations at Buckeye Broadband, was recognized by Cablefax as one of the best and brightest Overachievers Under 30. These awards honor the people working hard to do big things, enhance the industry and make their dreams come true.

Harnegie was honored at Cablefax’s fourth annual event in New York in December  Cablefax’s Overachievers Under 30 honors today’s rising stars working in the fast-paced worlds of cable, broadcast, tech and digital, including brands like Global Mediacom, Cisco, Viacom, TURNER, CNBC, Comcast and MTV.  Heidi graduated Summa Cum Laude with a sales degree from University of Toledo.

"During my time at UT (2006-2011), my passion for business & change management was ignited," Harnegie said. 

"In addition to Deirdre Jones, (Director, Edward Schmidt School of Professional Sales), I’m grateful for the mentorship and guidance I received from:

Professor Isenhath- your class environment was stellar, I loved hearing about your experience. It made the topics come to life.

Dr. Mallin- I remember your ability to simplify and explain sales processes with an endless amount of patience.

Dr. Pullins- you were the toughest in role plays but you taught me resilience and tenacity which has been a game changer in my career.

Thank you for your commitment and leadership, you have made a lasting impact on my career."

Tyler Robert McKean, a financial advisor, was recognized as one of Forbes America's Top Next-Generation Wealth Advisors, 2017.

McKean, who graduated with a finance degree from UT, is an Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA). Forbes America’s Top Next-Generation Wealth Advisors criteria is based on age, quality of practice, industry experience, compliance record, assets under management, revenue and interviews by SHOOK Research.