PGN at Columbia University
PGN is a professional development organization for all majors…
…that believes there are clear steps, training and support networks that can mitigate underemployment and unemployment risk, and prepare graduates for a lifetime of success.
What We Offer
Real-World Experience
PGN members have the opportunity to apply the skills they learn in the classroom to real-world projects, running an organization, managing people, and navigating situations that will better prepare them for transitioning to the workplace.
Community of Mentors
At PGN, we are devoted to each other and driven to success, meaning you have mentors for life - ready to help you throughout your career. We create this community by connecting you with Alumni and business leaders across the United States.
Industry Diversity
PGN accepts all majors to ensure that we are reflective of the demographics and skill sets of today’s businesses. Most importantly, this allows us to prepare future leaders across verticals with the skills needed to succeed.
Fall 2024 Recruitment is here!
Interested in joining us? Fill out the form below!
Where We Work
We accept all majors, which means we work in nearly every industry, in any department.
Our Leaders
Anthony Ayala,
President
Major: Biomedical Engineering
Minor: Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Rami Kenawi,
Vice President of External Affairs
Major: Computer Science
Minor: Economics
Ashrita Ganesh,
Vice President of Internal Affairs
Major: Financial Engineering
Minor: Economics
Brian Villalta,
Vice President of Finance
Major: Financial Economics & Applied Statistics
Naomi Jiang,
Vice President of Communications
Major: Mathematical Sciences
Terrelyn Virzi,
Vice President of Membership
Major: Computer Science
Minor: Linguistics
