Jeff Finger ('99)

Jeff and Kristi are homeowners in Watertown. Jeff is accountant for Friskars Brands Inc. Here's Jeff's question for the Introduction to Business students' November 21st quiz:

In the week ended Nov. 15 which was marked by many major retailers announcing huge third quarter losses, what company announced a 10% increase in profit through the third quarter?
a. J.C. Penny Co.
b. Kohl’s Corp.
c. Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
d. Abercrombie & Fitch Co.

Roger Chapman ('93)

Roger and Karie live in Bridgeport / Stamford, CT. Roger opines:

"We still have three children (without plans for additions). They’re probably getting to be about the ages your kids (Dr. Pfaffe's) were when I attended MBBC! Time waits for no one. I’m still at Edelman Leather. I just passed my tenth anniversary! I’ve been promoted to VP of Finance.

"The company was sold a year ago as a wholly owned subsidiary of Knoll, Inc., primarily an office systems manufacturer. That was a great (and stressful) experience. Aside from 2009 financial planning, I am currently working on opening a business office in Dublin Ireland for Edelman, another incredible experience. We’ll be up and running in January 2009. Karie and I will also take a little vacation in Ireland when I go back to open the office.

"After this semester I will have 5 courses remaining to complete my MBA. I may be able to finish that in 2009 depending upon course availability. I cannot wait. What a drain on my time and energy!

"Our little church is close to going to the town for our building permit. Lord willing we will begin building in the spring. Please pray that He allows us to do so, if He tarries."

Zach Zepke ('08)

Zach says:

"Sarah and I are still living in Watertown. I am working at Kayser Chrysler as a sales professional and enjoy it so far. I am probably going to be doing some of the financing work in the future, or at least training for it. It is nice to know that I can work at a dealership, and that I do not have to compromise my Christian standards.

"Being married is wonderful, and I am loving everyday that God has given me with Sarah. She has been a great encourager for me since things are going slow at work. God continues to provide for us on a daily basis."

Micah Pfaffe ('08)

Micah and Mica took off last Friday (11/7/08) for some camping! They live in Cary, NC, where Micah is the IT Manager at Colonial Baptist Church.


Here's his quiz question:

On Friday (11/7/08), General Motors and Ford announced that they had spent down a combined $14.6 billion of their cash reserves in the past three months alone. Which of the following plans has been announced to offset the losses?
A. The two companies are mouthballing a combined 15 US manufacturing plants
B. Ford is slashing more than 2,000 white collar jobs
C. After having recently separating from Chrysler LLC, German automaker Daimler AG is purchasing General Motors.
D. The "Big Three" auto makers are merging under the leadership of CEO Rahm Emanuel

Zach Zepke ('08)

Check out the happy groom (and Sarah, his bride)!

Kim Marks ('98)

Quiz Question for Tuesday, November 4, 2008

This week Delta airlines acquired what other airline in a $2.8 billion dollar acquisition that created the worldest largest airline.
a. Continental
b. British Airways
c. Northwest
d. LOT