🌟 Alumni Spotlight: Rachel Wisner, CICEO Class of 2022 🌟
We’re kicking off our new Monthly Alumni Spotlight series with Rachel Wisner!
Rachel is currently pursuing her MBA with a concentration in Accounting at Eastern Illinois University and working as a Graduate Assistant for the Illinois Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at EIU. In this role, she’s earned her QuickBooks Online and Bookkeeping Professional certifications and helps clients with financial organization and small business success.
When asked how the CEO program influenced her path, Rachel shared that it gave her the confidence to lead, network, and grow beyond her comfort zone. She also said CEO helped her overcome “perfection paralysis” — a lesson that continues to guide her leadership today.
💬 “CEO is difficult because it forces you to be uncomfortable, but the growth you experience is incredible. Trust the process and put your best effort into it.”
Rachel’s favorite CEO memory? Winning the Shark Tank pitch competition — a defining moment that boosted her confidence and belief in herself.
We’re proud of all you’re accomplishing, Rachel! 👏
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