Name: George Moore
Where are you from? Manchester, NH
Where do you currently live (neighborhood/town)? East Boston
Where did you complete your undergraduate degree and what is your degree in? BS in Operations and Project Management from Southern New Hampshire University
Are you studying full time or part time? Part time
Do you have work experience? If so, where/what: I have 8 years of experience in Contracts Management. I’ve worked in a variety of industries including defense (BAE Systems), Research & Development (Triton Systems), and currently in Transportation (MBTA). I’ve helped manage a number of billion-dollar acquisition programs, mostly federal contracts and grants.
Why did you choose to get your MBA? I chose the Suffolk MBA to expand my skill set and compliment my existing experience with the goal of assuming a more prominent leadership role in the future.
What is your ultimate career goal? My ultimate career goal is to lead an organization of passionate, hard-working people in a relevant industry while changing the world for the better.
What has been your favorite part of your graduate experience at Suffolk so far? My favorite part of my Suffolk experience has been meeting and learning from an accomplished group of professors with real-world experience. Their insight and expertise, in the classroom and beyond, has an invaluable part of my graduate education.
What advice would you give to incoming SBS grad students? Grades are irrelevant. If you are here for a letter grade or to simply “check a box” on your next job application, you are wrong. Take pride in your work and make sure you are LEARNING something and contributing to the learning experience of your fellow students. No one cares about your GPA. They care about what you bring to the table.
Share a fun fact about yourself: I served as a Contracting Officer in the United States Air Force. It was the most rewarding experience of my life and has set me up for success, both personally and professionally.