Here are our talented players for Fall 2004:

Colleen Anderson
On the 17th of October 1982, I was given the name of Colleen Marie Anderson. I have an older sister and brother, and two younger sisters. We are of Irish, Swedish and German ethnicity. I live in Arlington Heights and DeKalb. I am a senior pursuing a double major in marketing and visual communications at NIU. Through marketing, I am able to create products and ideas. Through Visual Communications, I am able to create packaging, print, web pages and commercials. I am innovative, competitive, organized, and optimistic. Throughout my years at NIU, I hope to improve myself in both skill and character.

Paula Bandy
Hello, my name is Paula Bandy. I am a 23-year-old senior, born and raised in DeKalb. However, I am far from the farm girl. To fund my education I work an array of jobs, from hotel clerk to lab technician. In my spare time, I am also involved in Marketing Honor Society, Mortar Board, and serve on the executive boards of both the American Marketing Association, and NATIONS, the Native American Student Association. I love a challenge and am excited to be a part of this class, even if I do get "fired."

Jennifer Bray Hoganson
My name is Jennifer Bray Hoganson. I am from Villa Park, and a senior at Northern Illinois University. In May of 2005 I will graduate with a degree in Marketing. Upon graduation I plan to attend law school with a focus in Corporate Law. Activities that I enjoy doing are playing violin in a small quartet I coordinate, singing, taking horse riding lessons, and spending time with family and friends. I enjoy working with others to achieve a specific goal and have excellent project management skills. I believe that a high moral standard is the most important trait a person needs to be successful in life.

Jason Flesher
My name is Jason Flesher. I live in Hampshire, Illinois with my wife Kristin and my immediate family, which includes my parents and six sisters. I am currently working for the Cintas Corporation selling facility hygiene services to businesses in the Rockford area. I previously worked for Vector Marketing as a branch manager for the summers of 2002 and 2003 for the Elgin territory. I achieved the highest sales rank for personal Cutco Cutlery sales in 2001. During my leisure time I enjoy conversations with my wife and family about our faith and issues concerning the world, exercising, and watching football (if it is in season).

Matthew Glucksmann
My name is Matthew Glucksmann, and I am from St. Charles, IL. I am 22 years of age and I am not getting any younger. I have one sister and two brothers, one being as young as one and a half. I love playing soccer, golf, and cracking a few jokes. I have had a job since I have been 13 years old and already hope to retire. I am currently working in sales and have been very successful at it. All my experience has led me to believe that life is too short to be unhappy. Work hard, play hard and you will be happy with your life.

Justin Gress
Justin Gress is a senior marketing major at NIU. He will be graduating in May 2005. Justin is a Kemper Foundation Scholar, which recognizes high achievement among business majors.Justin just completed his second internship with General Electric Corp. Both internships were at GE Insurance in marketing (2004) and strategic planning (2003). In 2002, he interned for Kemper Insurance Companies in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. In 2001, he interned for Bergstrom Industries in Rockford, IL in the IT Dept.Justin is President of Society for the Advancement of Management (SAM) at NIU. He also is a member of the NIU Marketing Department Student Advisory Board.

Emily Grobe
My name is Emily Grobe, and I am a Marketing student here at NIU. I grew up in the small town of Ottawa, IL. My freshman year I became a member of the Delta Gamma sorority and I'm currently the Alumni/ Public Relations chairman and serve on the Judicial Board. Accomplishments here at NIU so far are: Vice President of the College Pan-Hellenic Council, receiving the Sophomore leadership award, and being the marketing coordinator for the St. Jude's Up Till Dawn fundraiser. I have also worked at Enterprise Rent-A-Car for the past year and became the first Rent-A-Truck intern in the whole company. I love to laugh and can't resist a challenge.

David Haas
A charismatic student here at Northern Illinois University, he has participated in numerous organizations. These campus organizations include Pi Sigma Epsilon, CAB, Sociology Advisory Committee, Marketing Student Advisory Board, RHA, and a true gentleman of Sigma Alpha Epsilon. He held leadership positions in these groups as well. Currently holding the title of Delta Zeta Dream Man of 2004, his jokes and smile are his signature personality. An adventurous person, he enjoys SCUBA diving and skiing. Also an alumnus of the Walt Disney World College Program and a Community Advisor, he is graduating in May 2005. His name is David Haas.

Nicole Heyob
My name is Nicole Heyob, I am a Marketing Major at NIU. I am 21 years of age and will be graduating in December 2004. I have a 13-year-old sister, a 3-year-old brother, as well as an extremely large extended family. I have gained work experience while going to Northern from being a lifeguard, to serving pizzas, to now working as an intern in B2B sales. I am a very competitive and determined person who most of all likes winning. I am looking forward to this great opportunity.

Amy Koscielski
Amy is a Senior Marketing Major and a Communications Minor who will be graduating in May 2005. She is an active member of the American Advertising Federation for her second semester this fall. She currently holds the position of Vice President of Chapter Relations. She has also been accepted into the Marketing Honor Society where she holds the position of Vice President of Communications. Outside of academics, Amy is a member of the Northern Illinois University Concert Choir. This fall she will start her fourth year as a member. Along with singing, Amy also enjoys shopping, dancing, cooking, and being with friends and family.

Justin Mamula
I am a 21-year-old Senior Marketing major. I was born and raised in Downers Grove, IL as the oldest in a family of three boys. I had my first internship experience while in high school with CQG in downtown Chicago for three years. Since then I have completed an internship with RC Cola and currently I have been promoted to a District Manager level with PFS. I am a 3 year member of SAM at NIU and plan on graduating in the spring. I look forward to the fun of this competition, but most importantly I look forward to winning.

Robert Oaf
Robert Oaf was born on April 8, 1983 in Libertyville, Illinois. He grew up in McHenry where he attended Johnsburg High School. After graduating he decided to attend Northern Illinois University in DeKalb. Oaf is a Senior Marketing major and has committed himself to a variety of organizations at NIU. Currently he is the Vice-President of the American Advertising Federation and an active member of the American Marketing Association. Oaf also plays lacrosse for NIU and holds the position of Treasurer. He is interested in going into advertising/marketing after graduation in 2005.

Chris Robb
Hi everyone, I am a 22 year old Marketing senior from Lemont, IL. Many of you know me pretty well from class because I never shut up! C'mon guys! I LIKE to learn! ALthough I started off as an engineering major, I really took to marketing as I grew more and more involved in my family's business. Currently, I help manage our family retail store, which gives me great "hands-on" experience and allows me "test out" what I have learned here at NIU. I'm involved in the Marketing Honor Society, American Marketing Association and am currently the Vice President of NIU's Delta Chi fraternity.

Michael Sterczek
Mike is a Senior Marketing Major at NIU and will be graduating in December. He was born and raised in Orland Park but has since moved to DeKalb. He has completed the MKTG 450 class this past spring and is looking forward to the Apprentice course. He enjoys challenges and is looking forward to competing - and winning - the Apprentice battle.

Jonathan Van Plew
Jonathan Van Plew is currently a senior and will graduate in May of 2005. He grew up in Wheaton, Illinois with three older sisters and attended Wheaton North High School. Prior to attending NIU, Mr. Van Plew attended the College of DuPage where he played football for the Chaparrals in 1999. Jonathan has worked as a consultant for Alliance LLC, specializing in international meeting and event planning. He assisted with onsite management of three international conferences. The greatest strengths that Jonathan brings to the game are that of leadership, task management, and the ability to step to the back and follow the great ideas of others when he needs to. "Integrity is the key, without it all you have are empty promises" – Jonathan Van Plew