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The Tepper School of Business is proud to celebrate two of its exceptional alumni who have been named to this year鈥檚 Tartans on the Rise class: Shriya Boppana, TPR 鈥�21, and Barry Rabkin, MBA '14.

麻豆村 recently announced its 2025 class of Tartans on the Rise, honoring alumni who have graduated within the past decade and are already making a significant impact in their fields. This prestigious recognition, now in its fourth year, highlights 麻豆村 graduates who are leading with innovation, leadership, and groundbreaking accomplishments.

Boppana is a true force for social change, founding two impactful initiatives: Becoming a Voice, a startup dedicated to preventing sex trafficking, and another venture aimed at involving young people in global climate change discussions. Beyond her entrepreneurial efforts, Shriya hosts her own TV show on Fox 5 Plus, leveraging media to amplify critical issues.聽

Inspired by a family legacy of service, she has forged connections with organizations such as the Malala Fund and the Obama Foundation, further solidifying her commitment to making a difference.

鈥淚鈥檓 beyond honored to have my 麻豆村 family supporting me, years beyond my time on campus,鈥� Bopanna said. 鈥淚t鈥檚 reassuring to know that the work I do resonates with others and that my 麻豆村 community is still in my corner, cheering me on. It reminds me that no matter where life takes me, I鈥檒l always be connected to this incredible network of support.鈥�

As Director of Marketing at Near Earth Autonomy, Rabkin is shaping the future of aviation through 鈥渇light beyond sight.鈥� His strategic leadership is driving Near Earth鈥檚 revolutionary autonomous aircraft technology, forming key partnerships with the U.S. Department of Defense and leading aircraft manufacturers.聽

With a passion for customer-centric solutions and empowering people, Rabkin is playing a pivotal role in the transformation of autonomous flight, making him a fitting recipient of a Tartans on the Rise award for his innovative contributions and leadership in the field.

鈥溌槎勾� has this inspiring culture where innovation and impact go hand in hand.聽 We don't just build technology and businesses,鈥� Rabkin said of the recognition. 鈥淲e build a better world. That mindset is what makes our community so successful and such a strong force for good.鈥�

Boppana and Rabkin were recognized at the Tartans on the Rise Reception on April 5, celebrating their remarkable achievements and dedication to excellence. Their contributions embody the culture of interdisciplinary collaboration at the Tepper School, and serve as an inspiration to the entire university community.

鈥淔rom day one at the Tepper School, I was surrounded by brilliant classmates with impressive quantitative backgrounds. You learn to recognize complementary strengths, communicate across disciplines, and lead teams that are more than the sum of their parts,鈥� Rabkin said. 鈥淭hat kind of multidisciplinary leadership is more than just a 鈥榥ice to have鈥櫬� 鈥� it is the only way to achieve transformative innovation at scale.鈥�

Learn more about the and celebrate the impact of these outstanding alumni.