Degree Program:<\/strong> B.S., Business Administration <\/p>\n\n\n\nDee Baker is the founder and chief empowerment officer of Beyond the Uniforms LLC, an identity-centered leadership development company dedicated to assisting women in leading with clarity, purpose, and authenticity beyond titles and expectations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A U.S. Air Force veteran and former federal leader, Baker brings decades of experience leading in high-stakes environments, paired with a deep understanding of the challenges women navigate in leadership spaces. Her work is grounded in the belief that leadership begins with identity, titles may open doors, but self-awareness and alignment shape how leaders show up and lead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Through speaking and experiential leadership development, Baker supports women in strengthening confidence, reclaiming their voice, and leading from the inside out. Her work is grounded in the belief that leadership begins with identity. Titles may open doors, but self-awareness and alignment shape how leaders show up<\/p>\n<\/div>Past Distinguished Alumni Award Recipients<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n2024<\/strong> \u2013 Raymond Klose \u201977<\/li>\n\n\n\n2022<\/strong> \u2013 David Wilson \u201980<\/li>\n\n\n\n2019<\/strong> \u2013 Michael Salvatore, Ph.D., \u201998<\/li>\n\n\n\n2017<\/strong> \u2013 William Elliott \u201995M<\/li>\n\n\n\n2016<\/strong> \u2013 Christie Rampone \u201999 \u201905HN<\/li>\n\n\n\n2014<\/strong> \u2013 Thomas P. Gallagher \u201962<\/li>\n\n\n\n2013<\/strong> \u2013 Brian Hanlon \u201988<\/li>\n\n\n\n2012<\/strong> \u2013 John P. O\u2019Donnell \u201967<\/li>\n\n\n\n2011<\/strong> \u2013 Chester B. Kaletkowski \u201971<\/li>\n\n\n\n2010<\/strong> \u2013 Henry R. Kranzler, M.D., \u201976<\/li>\n\n\n\n2009<\/strong> \u2013 Michele Evering-Watley \u201989<\/li>\n\n\n\n2008<\/strong> \u2013 David J. Ennis \u201974<\/li>\n\n\n\n2007<\/strong> \u2013 Patricia Millines Dziko \u201979<\/li>\n\n\n\n2006<\/strong> \u2013 Richard W. Benjamin \u201961<\/li>\n\n\n\n2005<\/strong> \u2013 Noel L. Hillman \u201981<\/li>\n\n\n\n2004<\/strong> \u2013 Wendy Boglioli \u201976<\/li>\n\n\n\n2003<\/strong> \u2013 Herbert Butler \u201959 \u201976<\/li>\n\n\n\n2002<\/strong> \u2013 Jane M. Freed \u201981<\/li>\n\n\n\n2001<\/strong> \u2013 Ronald Kornegay \u201969 \u201974<\/li>\n\n\n\n2000<\/strong> \u2013 Dennis J. Turner \u201969 \u201973<\/li>\n\n\n\n1999<\/strong> \u2013 Robert Santelli \u201973<\/li>\n\n\n\n1998<\/strong> \u2013 Dr. Frank P. Gudicello M.D. \u201967<\/li>\n\n\n\n1997<\/strong> \u2013 Marilyn E. Rocky \u201965<\/li>\n\n\n\n1996<\/strong> \u2013 Linda Deutsch \u201965<\/li>\n\n\n\n1995<\/strong> \u2013 David J. Burke \u201971<\/li>\n\n\n\n1994<\/strong> \u2013 Nanscy Neiman \u201969<\/li>\n\n\n\n1993<\/strong> \u2013 Eugene Iadanza \u201970<\/li>\n\n\n\n1992<\/strong> \u2013 Denis Gallagher \u201976<\/li>\n\n\n\n1991<\/strong> \u2013 William Rauch, III \u201961<\/li>\n\n\n\n1990<\/strong> \u2013 Raymond D. Cotton \u201965<\/li>\n\n\n\n1989<\/strong> \u2013 Della N. Garrabrant \u201966, Harold L. Hodes \u201965<\/li>\n\n\n\n1988<\/strong> \u2013 John C. Manna \u201962<\/li>\n\n\n\n1987<\/strong> \u2013 Charles W. Ritscher \u201959<\/li>\n\n\n\n1986<\/strong> \u2013 Bartholomew P. Donohue, III \u201960, Mitchell E. Shivers \u201970<\/li>\n\n\n\n1985<\/strong> \u2013 Constantine Kamnitsis \u201966<\/li>\n\n\n\n1984<\/strong> \u2013 Karl Gordinier \u201962, Yvonne Thornton M.D., \u201969<\/li>\n\n\n\n1983<\/strong> \u2013 Royal E. Fliedner \u201951, Wayman F. Smith, III \u201963<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Outstanding Alumni Service Award<\/h3>\n\n\n Fred Williams \u201904<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Position: <\/strong>Founder, CEO of Hawkeye Search GroupDegree Program: <\/strong>B.S., Business Administration (Finance)<\/p>\n\n\n\nFred Williams \u201904 is the founder and CEO of Hawkeye Search Group, a boutique recruiting firm in the consumer space specializing in digital media and eCommerce functions. Founded in 2019, the firm partners with brands, agencies, and private equity-backed companies to deliver senior-level talent across growth, performance marketing, digital product, and omnichannel leadership roles nationwide. Hawkeye Search Group combines enterprise-level reach with a highly relationship-driven, hands-on approach to executive search.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A proud Monmouth University alumnus, Williams earned his B.S. in business administration with a concentration in finance in 2004. Fred was a student-athlete who left his mark on the football field as a Linebacker of the Northeast Conference Champion team of \u201903 and the recipient of the Coaches Award his senior year.\u00a0Fred is a co-founder and current board member of The Yarak Fund, a group that supports the growth of Monmouth University Football. He remains closely connected to the University as an alumni mentor and donor, supporting students and fellow alumni through career guidance and professional development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Williams is committed to community service. Since 2017, he and his wife have helped coordinate the Salvation Army\u2019s Angel Tree Program in Monmouth County, New Jersey, and he volunteers with Alex\u2019s Lemonade Stand Foundation for Childhood Cancer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Williams resides in Fair Haven, New Jersey, with his wife and their three daughters, and continues to exemplify leadership, service, and Hawk pride.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n
Past Award Recipients for the Outstanding Alumni Service Award (OASA), Alumni Service Award (ASA), and Volunteer of the Year Award (VOTY)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n2024<\/strong> \u2013 Tasha Youngblood Brown \u201997, \u201903M<\/li>\n\n\n\n2022<\/strong> \u2013 Karyn Cusanelli \u201989<\/li>\n\n\n\n2019<\/strong> \u2013 Deb Mannix \u201983 (OASA)<\/li>\n\n\n\n2016<\/strong> \u2013 Anthony Aquila \u201973 \u201977M (VOTY)<\/li>\n\n\n\n2015<\/strong> \u2013 Henry Hansch III \u201900 & Lauren Hansch (VOTY)<\/li>\n\n\n\n2014<\/strong> \u2013 Jack Wagner \u201997 (ASA)<\/li>\n\n\n\n2013<\/strong> \u2013 Keri Branin \u201995 \u201998M (ASA)2012<\/strong> \u2013 Peter R. Bruckmann \u201970 (ASA)2011<\/strong> \u2013 Charles J. Trabold \u201965 (ASA)2010<\/strong> \u2013 John S. Buzza \u201971 (ASA)2009<\/strong> \u2013 Patrice Murray \u201982 \u201989 (ASA)2008<\/strong> \u2013 Henni Kantor Kessler \u201968 (ASA)2007<\/strong> \u2013 Gary H. Barnett \u201963 (ASA)2006<\/strong> \u2013 Jeffrey F. Cross \u201968 (ASA)2005<\/strong> \u2013 Patricia Swannack \u201902 (ASA)2004<\/strong> \u2013 Charles T. Parton HN \u201901 (ASA)2003<\/strong> \u2013 Kenneth F. LePosa \u201971 (ASA)2002<\/strong> \u2013 Marti Sarason Egger \u201981 (ASA)2001<\/strong> \u2013 Gregory W. Bordiuk \u201979 (ASA)2000<\/strong> \u2013 Stephen J. Muscarella \u201974 (ASA)1999<\/strong> \u2013 Bea Kachelriess \u201991 MBA(ASA)1998<\/strong> \u2013 James P. Mack \u201963 (ASA)1997<\/strong> \u2013 Hon. Eugene A. Iadanza \u201970 (ASA)1996<\/strong> \u2013 Karl D. Gordinier \u201962 (ASA)1995<\/strong> \u2013 James M. Copio \u201978 (ASA)1994<\/strong> \u2013 Donald R. Burnaford \u201972 (ASA)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Recent Alumni Award<\/h3>\n\n\n Kimberly (Kravitz) Bukowiec \u201913<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Position:<\/strong> Anchor\/Reporter for News12; Founder, CEO of KJ Media and Consulting LLCDegree Program:<\/strong> B.A., Communication (TV\/Radio Broadcasting)<\/p>\n\n\n\nKimberly Bukowiec is an award willing television journalist and anchor\/reporter with experience in the New York and Philadelphia markets. She has worked with major outlets including WABC, FOX5, and News12 in roles ranging from producer to on-air host. In 2017, she produced “Jersey Matters with Larry Mendte”, highlighting impactful human-interest stories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Her work has earned two New York Emmy Awards, two \u201cBest of the Best\u201d News TV Awards from the New Jersey Broadcasters Association, and honors including Athena recognition from the Monmouth County Regional Chamber of Commerce and Phenomenal Woman Under 40. She was also named Miss Congeniality at the Miss New Jersey USA pageants in 2016 and 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Beyond journalism, Bukowiec owns KJ Media and Consulting LLC, helping clients build their brands through strategic media and content consulting. She enjoys spending time with her husband, family, and her baby boy, Carter Chase.<\/p>\n<\/div>Past Recent Alumni Award Recipients<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n2024<\/strong> \u2013 Jenna Gaudio \u201909<\/li>\n\n\n\n2022<\/strong> \u2013 Saoud Khalifah \u201913 \u201914M<\/li>\n\n\n\n2019<\/strong> \u2013 Dante Barry \u201910<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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