As the class president of MBA’26, it is my mission to foster a fun and memorable MBA experience that promotes student growth and sets individuals up for success. My role is to serve as the voice and advocate for my peers, ensuring that our cohort’s needs and concerns are addressed. I am responsible for coordinating with the faculty and leading the Student Executive Council (SEC) to drive initiatives that promote academic excellence and professional development. In addition to these responsibilities, I act as a representative on behalf of Smith’s School of Business MBA program.

With my unique background in Pharmaceutical Sciences and Project Management, I plan to utilize my leadership, problem-solving, adaptability, and innate people skills to enhance the overall student experience throughout the year.

I decided to join the SEC upon realizing that an MBA will most likely be our last time being a full-time student. With that in mind, I decided to take the initiative to ensure that this intense, transformational year will also be a fun and memorable experience regardless of your age, gender, or any other social factors.

With all that in mind, I’d like to take a second to thank Eric, my Vice President. None of this would be possible without his experience, expertise, and strong work ethic - ensuring an organized and growth-focused environment.

• SEC position: President
• Hometown: Toronto, ON
• Country of Origin: Indonesia
• Prior Industry: Pharmaceutical Sciences and Chemistry (Green Chemistry)
• Career Focus: Consulting
• Email: mikel.gunawan@queensu.ca