Career Management Center Staff

Steven Burton, Ph.D., is Executive Director of the Career Management Center at the Mays Business School. Most recently, Steven was the Executive Director of Executive Education at the Indian School of Business (ISB). Prior to the role at ISB, Steven held leadership positions at top schools globally including Managing Director of Executive Degree Programs at INSEAD, Assistant Dean of Postgraduate Programs at Singapore Management University, Associate Dean, MBA Programs at the Karachi School for Business & Leadership, and Director, Working Professional MBA Programs at the McCombs School of Business at The University of Texas at Austin. While Steven’s experience spans across functional areas in graduate business schools, in each role, he has built or led career management teams to support MBA and specialty masters students.  Prior to his career in Business schools, Steven had a 20-year corporate career with IBM and other smaller firms.

Steven earned his Ph.D. from Singapore Management University, MBA from The University of Texas at Austin, and a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Texas A&M University.

Manish is a HigherEd administrator and is passionate about helping students and professionals prepare for and navigate through their careers. He has an exciting professional journey of 15 years, steering through multiple roles in various industries in US and India. Most recently, he has helped set up the Career Center at Ashoka University and KREA University in India, building their industry partnerships, and assisted in the technology transformation of the Career Centre at the University of Wyoming. Prior to moving into Higher Education, Manish led an entrepreneurial venture, building an HR consulting company that catered to the learning needs of organizations. He gained valuable tech and management experience at TechMahindra, providing technology solutions to clients across the globe. In each of his roles, Manish has built teams and coached people to excel in their careers. He believes in using Technology, Data, and Interpersonal Networking Skills at work to achieve success.

He completed an electrical engineering undergrad at WBUT, India, and is a communications graduate from the University of Wyoming.

John Brady is an Associate Director & Visiting Lecturer of Career Management at Mays Business School, Texas A&M University. Beyond his service on the graduate program faculty and Career Management Center, Mr. Brady is an executive performance and career coach, keynote speaker, and expert media source on matters related to accelerating corporate and career performance. Mr. Brady’s clients span the U.S. and Europe, including senior managers and executives of the Fortune 500, mid-market companies, and the Federal Government of the United States. He also sits on several corporate advisory and nonprofit boards, with a special focus on organizations that advance educational opportunity, democracy, and career success.

Mr. Brady is a veteran of the education, banking, and technology sectors, with experience growing the talent and top line revenue of start-ups, non-profits and Fortune 50 companies. He holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in English Education, and a Master of Education (M.Ed.) degree in Leadership, Training & Policy Studies with a concentration in Higher Education Administration; both from the Wheelock College of Education & Human Development at Boston University, and a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) degree with concentrations in marketing and international business from the Olin Graduate School of Business at Babson College.

I am passionate about professional development and the difference it can make. I enjoy getting to know my students and helping them prepare for their dream careers. In the past I have taught classes on resume development and cover letters with our Career Coaches teaching the others topics, so students get to meet and interact with their Career Coach.

I enjoy editing and building resumes. I’ve reviewed at least 5,500 resumes in my career. I’m passionate about helping people showcase their skills in the best way possible.

When I’m not editing resumes, I’m enjoy live music, binging shows on Hulu, planning trips, exploring new areas, reading, playing board games, yoga, and napping.

U.S. Navy Veteran and Career and Professional Development leader with a passion for student success and inclusivity within higher education. Process oriented analyst with proven collaborative skills to facilitate team approach to accomplishing work. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to promote customer satisfaction, respect diversity, and resolve conflicts.

Familiar with multiple career assessment tools such as Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, My Next Move O*Net Interest Profiler, Type Focus, and Strengths Quest

Specialties: • Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Access at an advanced level with an understanding of database development.

Learner – WOO – Input – Positivity – Arranger

Shanna Upchurch is a native of the Midwest and attained her Bachelor of Music Performance from Indiana University. When the musician’s lifestyle didn’t suit her, she changed directions with an MBA from Brigham Young University. That launched her to an internship with Campbell’s Soup Company and then to a full-time role with General Mills. Thanks to her time on the Old El Paso brand, she can tell you more than you care to know about sourcing green chilies!

For the last twelve years, Shanna has devoted herself to a career in higher education, both in admissions and then career services. She has been with Texas A&M Mays Business School for five years. As a Certified Career Management Coach, she has worked with students in all disciplines but focused on analytics, marketing and operations.

With a master’s degree from the University of Pittsburgh, Amy Riechman managed to find the perfect career path in talent acquisition.

With over 15 years of experience as a Senior Corporate Recruiter and Resume Writer, Amy manages full-cycle recruitment, collaborates with hiring managers, interviews candidates during the selection process, and negotiates complex offers. She has in depth knowledge of applicant tracking systems, boolean, keywords, job searching, career sites, and social media platforms. With a robust LinkedIn network, Amy is passionate about connecting others and opening up opportunities for everyone.

Amy will provide resume writing and career advice from the recruiter’s perspective, and prepare you for your career journey.