From entrepreneurs to professionals in the automotive industry and professional sports organizations, the 2025 Class of 20 Under 40 honorees is a diverse group of alumni who have made outstanding professional and personal achievements since their time at Northwood University.
“This year’s 20 Under 40 class features a distinguished community of leaders who are driving economic and social progress in their local communities and around the U.S. and world,” stated Julie Adamczyk, senior alumni and engagement officer.
Established in 2023, the 20 Under 40 program honors Northwood alumni who exemplify excellence in their careers, organizations, and communities. This year’s selection process was highly competitive, with over 250 nominations submitted, showcasing the remarkable contributions of NU graduates across diverse industries.
“Our 20 Under 40 program has been a phenomenal success in terms of alumni engagement and participation, and most importantly, in recognizing the impact NU alumni are making at their alma mater,” Adamczyk noted.
The following honorees are in the 2025 Class of 20 Under 40 (all hometowns are in Michigan unless stated otherwise):
- Jon Bauer (Clarkston, Class of 2010) — General Manager, LaFontaine Ford and LaFontaine Lincoln
- Katie Benet (Dunlap, Illinois, 2018) — National Sales Manager, General Truck Parts
- Julie (Shields) Cullen (Grand Rapids, 2016) — Director, State Games of Michigan
- Brock DeLisle (Saginaw, 2020) — Account Executive Group Sales, Detroit Red Wings and Detroit Tigers
- Tom Dunigan (St. Clair Shores, 2019) — President, Dunigan Marine Group, LLC
- Michael Ferlito (Clinton Township, 2010) — President, Ferlito Group
- Bryan Fick (Macomb, 2022) — Director of Sales, Holbrook Auto Parts
- Kelly Guralewski (Canton, 2010) — Marketing Manager, University of Michigan
- Nathan Guza (Farmington, 2017, MBA 2018) — Wealth Management Tax Services Manager, PwC
- Jenna Holt (Davison, 2017, MBA 2020) — Chevrolet Sales Operations, General Motors
- Charlie Knoll (Birmingham, 2008) — Owner and President, BMW Motorcycles SE Michigan
- Luke Marion (St. Clair, 2016) — Owner, MIgardener
- Rachel Marsh (Los Angeles, California, 2011) — Senior Vice President, Publicis Groupe
- Bill Mault (Houston, Texas, 2007) — Chief Financial Officer, Summit Midstream Corporation (NYSE:SMC)
- Mario McLean (Livonia, 2019) — Regional Manager, DISH Network
- Kate Millea (Utica, 2006) — General Manager, Somerset Collection
- Danny Ranville (Mackinaw City, 2008) —Founding Partner, Brewer & Daily Operations, Biere de Mac Brew House
- Tiffany Rodrigues (Ann Arbor, 2008) — Director, Advisory Sales and Services, Thomson Reuters
- Andrew Rundle (South Lyon, 2007) — Vice President of Finance, Alta Equipment Group, Inc.
- ShayLa Sanders (Saginaw, 2009) — Senior Product Manager, Consumers Energy
The honorees will be celebrated during a special reception at 7 p.m. April 25, 2025, at The Henry, Autograph Collection in Dearborn, Michigan.
For event registration, hotel reservation codes, and sponsorship opportunities, visit the Northwood University 20 Under 40 webpage.
