The Barton School of Business is pleased to announce the addition of 10 new members to the Dean’s “Fabulous 50” Advisory Board.
- Walter Berry, executive chairman and corporate pilot of Berry Companies, Inc.
A second-generation leader, Berry plays a key role in guiding the company as its leadership transitions to the third generation. In addition to his leadership at Berry Companies, Walter serves on the boards of various industry trade associations and community organizations. - Dr. Silver Kung, founder, chairman, and chief investment officer of Siegfried Capital
Dr. Kung founded Siegfried Capital Group in 2015, focusing on a single investment strategy in supply chain finance for institutional investors worldwide. Currently, Siegfried Capital manages approximately $2.62 billion in assets across various markets, including Luxembourg and the Cayman Islands. - Brad Elliott, founder, chairman, and chief executive officer of Equity Bancshares, Inc.
Under Elliott’s 20 years of leadership, Equity Bank has grown to $5.4 billion in total assets with more than 70 locations across Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Arkansas. He has strategically expanded the company through capital raises and bank mergers, and in 2015, he led the business through its initial public offering (IPO). In 2023, he moved Equity’s common stock from the Nasdaq to the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). - Treena Mason, executive vice president and chief sales officer of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas (BCBSKS)
Mason plays a key role in driving the growth of BCBSKS, building brand value, and fostering relationships with employer groups, providers and the company’s nearly one million members. She began her career at BCBSKS as a group consultant and has held several leadership positions, including regional manager, chief marketing officer, vice president of group sales and senior vice president of sales and operations. - Bill Voloch, president and CEO of Wesley Healthcare
Voloch joined Wesley Healthcare in 2013 as chief operating officer and was promoted to president and CEO in 2015. In his current role, he oversees the business and strategic operations of Wesley Healthcare, including the 859-bed Wesley Medical Center, the 99-bed Wesley Woodlawn Hospital & Emergency Room and the Wesley Emergency Care Network, which includes four emergency departments, two of which are freestanding. - Michael Monteferrante, president and CEO of Envision
Envision, one of the nation’s largest organizations dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals who are blind or visually impaired, is led by Monteferrante. The organization provides employment and opportunities through outreach, rehabilitation, education, research, and community programs. - Tien Huynh, principal partner at G1 Group
A serial entrepreneur, Huynh has built a diverse portfolio of successful businesses across industries including automotive, real estate, finance and sports. At G1 Group, he focuses on development and strategic growth. A proud graduate of Wichita State University, Huynh earned a Bachelor of Business Administration with a major in Entrepreneurship. - Gary Oborny, founder, chairman and CEO of Occidental Management
With over 38 years of experience in a variety of business ventures, Oborny is the managing member of more than 30 holding entities across diverse industries, including real estate, oil and gas, aerospace manufacturing, wine and spirits, agriculture, banking, technology, manufacturing, and alternative energy. - Marty Cornejo, co-owner of Cornejo Holdings
Cornejo Holdings is a diversified company with interests in operating businesses, warehouse developments, manufacturing, hotels and luxury apartments. His extensive background in the family business, Cornejo & Sons Construction, includes serving as president until its acquisition in 2010. - Yvette Connor, principal and risk advisory practice leader at CohnReznick
In her role at CohnReznick, Connor provides strategic, enterprise and operational advisory services to both commercial and public sector organizations as they mature their risk management programs. She is a recognized leader in enterprise governance, risk and compliance, known for helping large organizations implement value-based initiatives to achieve key performance indicators and optimize risk management frameworks.