Professional Advisory Council

The UA Finance Department's Professional Advisory Council consists of executives working in the field of finance, from a cross-section of private and public sector organizations, who are dedicated to the advancement of our students.

The members play a critical role in assisting the Department in developing resources and increasing communication with the financial community and alumni. Individual members donate their time to generate internships and jobs leads throughout the U.S. and to develop and maintain relationships with Finance Department alumni.

Current Members

David Baggs
Vice President, Capital Markets and Investor Relations
CSX Corporation
Jacksonville, Florida

Christopher J. Campisano, CFA
Managing Director
BlackRock
New York City, New York

Dan Fapp
Vice President
L.E. Peabody & Associates Inc.
Tucson, Arizona

Kevin Kneafsey
San Francisco, CA

Hal Lindquist
Chief Investment Strategist
The Blackstone Group
New York City, New York

Steve Tooker
President and CEO
TM International
Tucson, Arizona

Department Members

Richard Sias
Department Head

If you would like additional information on the Finance Department's Professional Advisory Board, please contact:

Dr. Richard Sias
Department of Finance
McClelland Hall, Room 315R
Eller College of Management
The University of Arizona
Tucson, Arizona 85721-0108

Phone: 520.621.3462

For more information, please contact us.