Meet the Career Mentors
Learn about your Career Mentor before you meet with them!












Ammon Larsen
ammon_larsen@byu.edu
HOMETOWN:
Spanish Fork, UT
MAJOR:
Economics
CAREER ASPIRATIONS:
I hope to be an environmental economist to help improve the state of the environment using economic principles and statistical analysis!
HOBBIES & INTERESTS:
I love playing ping pong, spikeball, baseball and basketball. I am also an avid ceramicist.
Andres Garofalo
andres_garofalo@byu.edu
HOMETOWN:
Bronx, NY
MAJOR:
Pre business with the intent to enter in the entrepreneurship program.
CAREER ASPIRATIONS:
I plan to start my own company in the future! And become a massive sellout and enjoy the luxuries of the upper echelons of society in a tropical paradise!
HOBBIES & INTERESTS:
My favorite things to do are to play basketball and volleyball.
Brooke Larson
brooke_larson@byu.edu
HOMETOWN:
Pleasant Grove, Utah
MAJOR:
Athletic Training
CAREER ASPIRATIONS:
I would love to be an Athletic Trainer for a NFL or NBA team. My dream job is to work with the Utah Jazz as an Athletic Trainer, helping my favorite athletes succeed.
HOBBIES & INTERESTS:
I love hiking, boating, pickleball, and watching all my favorite sports teams
Courtney Davis
courtney_davis@byu.edu
HOMETOWN:
Vancouver, WA
MAJOR:
Global Supply Chain Management
CAREER ASPIRATIONS:
I would love to strategize sourcing or purchasing for a company after college.
HOBBIES & INTERESTS:
I’m interested in entrepreneurship and have been enjoying the start-up process with one of my business ideas. I like hanging out with my husband, he is my best friend. I also really enjoy music, playing the piano, learning some other instrument, and singing.
Erika Henderson
erika_clark@byu.edu
HOMETOWN:
Torrance, CA
MAJOR:
Sociology
CAREER ASPIRATIONS:
I have no ideal job location, but as long as it’s diverse with good people and culture, I’m sold!
HOBBIES & INTERESTS:
I love to sing and perform, play volleyball or soccer to get outside, and I’m a total foodie so I’m always on the lookout for a good place to eat :)
Jackie Durfey
jackie_durfey@byu.edu
HOMETOWN:
Springville, UT
MAJOR:
Journalism
CAREER ASPIRATIONS:
I’ve always loved telling stories and I want to help other people tell theirs! I would love to work for the Church or anywhere that will allow me to write about different minority groups.
HOBBIES & INTERESTS:
I love rock climbing, theater, and watching scary movies!
Josh Sweeten
josh_sweeten@byu.edu
HOMETOWN:
Layton, UT
MAJOR:
Civil Engineering
CAREER ASPIRATIONS:
My number one career aspiration is to always be working in jobs that incorporate my strengths. That may be as a city engineer, as a human resources manager, or as a college professor! Perhaps I’ll do all three!
HOBBIES & INTERESTS:
You can catch me singing and playing on my piano, trying to follow along with a Bob Ross painting video, or hiking with my wife and 2 kiddos!
Levi Johnson
levi_johnson@byu.edu
HOMETOWN:
Shawano, WI
MAJOR:
Strategic Management
CAREER ASPIRATIONS:
I want to make a change in the Healthcare space as a Hospital Administrator! And if that doesn’t work out, I’ll be a a freelance landscape photographer!
HOBBIES & INTERESTS:
I love soccer, skiing, tennis, rock climbing, and basically anything outdoors. I also love food, traveling, and music! Ask me about my dream travel spot!
Naomi Campbell
naomi_campbell@byu.edu
HOMETOWN:
Clinton, UT
MAJOR:
Human Development
CAREER ASPIRATIONS:
Academic Advisor, because I’ve always had great teachers and mentors in my life that have helped me be successful which is a big reason why I am a career mentor.
HOBBIES & INTERESTS:
I love to cook, listen to music, and dance. I served my mission in Vietnam so I love Vietnamese food. I’m also a big Marvel fan!
Reese Carrion
reese_carrion@byu.edu
HOMETOWN:
Brooklyn, NY
MAJOR:
Pre-Nursing
CAREER ASPIRATIONS:
I have always wanted to be a nurse growing up, but I am open to any healthcare job that serves the people and makes a change within people’s lives.
HOBBIES & INTERESTS:
Skateboarding, Badminton, Spending time with friends and family
Thomas Moreno
thomas_moreno@byu.edu
HOMETOWN:
Queens,NY
MAJOR:
Pre-business
CAREER ASPIRATIONS:
I would love to go into digital marketing and build meaning by connecting people with their favorite brands.
HOBBIES & INTERESTS:
Volleyball, Hiking, Thrifting, and Hanging out with friends and family!
Virginia Dietze-Hermosa
virginia_dietzehermosa@byu.edu
HOMETOWN:
Montreal, Canada
MAJOR:
Psychology
CAREER ASPIRATIONS:
I have always enjoyed learning more about what motivates people to engage in different behaviors. I hope to empower others to change their lives for the better as a therapist.
HOBBIES & INTERESTS:
I love dancing, drawing, and playing sports (like basketball and field hockey). Ever since moving to Utah, I have gained a passion for the outdoors, especially hiking, and snowshoeing.