Alumni
Alumni are most valuable members of our School of Management community, and we strive to always serve them best.
Our network is more than 13,000 alumni globally strong, and each one of them is important
to us. Not only are our dedicated professors, staff, and advisory council members
are ready to assist our alumni with advice or access to networks, but alumni have
proven many times that they are proud to help each other in the many ways listed below.
Annually, we also honor two alumni with our “Distinguished Alumnus/Alumna” and “Young
Alumnus/Alumna” awards.
What can I do?
Here are just a few of the different ways you can stay involved and continue to play an important role in the continued success of the School of Management:
- Update your information so we know how to reach you
- Share your Cal Lutheran story with others
- Join our alumni community on LinkedIn!
- Tell your colleagues, friends and acquaintances you are a Cal Lutheran alum. With the vast majority of our alumni living and working in the area, chances are good that there are Cal Lutheran alumni among your colleagues and friends.
- Refer prospective students, employees and friends to our programs.
- Attend School of Management events and continue your professional development with networking and lifelong learning.
- Mentor a business or accounting major.
- Hire a Cal Lutheran graduate who has been well prepared to shape the future.
- Maintain your ties to our faculty, staff and community.
- Volunteer to become a School of Management Executive Connection member.
- Support the School of Management by joining the Dean's Circle.
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SOM 2026 Young Alumna of the Year
rosie baker
Rosie Baker is the recipient of the 2026 School of Management Young Alumna of the Year Award. Rosie serves as Communications Manager for the School of Management at California Lutheran University, where she leads strategic communications, event marketing, digital engagement, and brand-building initiatives that support the School’s students, faculty, alumni, and community partners.
Rosie Baker is the recipient of the 2026 School of Management Young Alumna of the Year Award. Rosie serves as Communications Manager for the School of Management at California Lutheran University, where she leads strategic communications, event marketing, digital engagement, and brand-building initiatives that support the School’s students, faculty, alumni, and community partners.
Originally from England, Rosie relocated to Southern California with her family in 2015. She graduated Magna Cum
Laude from California Lutheran University in 2021 with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication,
with an emphasis in Public Relations and Advertising, and a minor in Creative Writing.
As a student, she distinguished herself through numerous leadership and communications
roles, including serving as a student journalist for The Echo, social media editor
for the university’s graduate Financial Planning programs, and Senior Editor and Writing
Director for Her Campus at Cal Lutheran. During her undergraduate studies, she also
published her first book, *Mirrors and Windows*.
Following graduation, Rosie joined the School of Management as an Administrative Assistant for Undergraduate Programs
before advancing to the role of Communications Manager in 2022. In this position,
she has played a pivotal role in enhancing the School’s communications strategy, overseeing
major events, expanding digital and social media engagement, and strengthening the
School’s overall brand presence. She also founded the School of Management Brand Ambassador
Program, which has provided experiential learning opportunities and professional development
to more than 100 students while increasing awareness and visibility of the School
throughout the university and broader community.
While working full-time, Rosie pursued her Master of Business Administration at California Lutheran University, graduating
in 2025. During her MBA studies, she also embarked on an entrepreneurial journey through
the development of UP-PUP, a startup focused on creating sustainable dog treats made
from misshapen fruits and vegetables. Originally conceived as a classroom project,
the venture reflects her commitment to innovation, sustainability, and social impact.
Through her professional accomplishments, entrepreneurial spirit, and dedication to student success, Rosie exemplifies the next generation of business leaders and represents the values of the School of Management with distinction.
Through her professional accomplishments, entrepreneurial spirit, and dedication to student success, Rosie exemplifies the next generation of business leaders and represents the values of the School of Management with distinction.
SOM 2026 Distinguished Alumnus of the Year
CEO Bose Professional
John Maier is the recipient of the 2026 School of Management Distinguished Alumnus of the Year
award. John is Chief Executive Officer of Bose Professional, a global leader in professional
sound systems and audio solutions. Throughout his career, he has built a reputation
for driving growth, innovation, and brand development across the professional audio
and consumer electronics industries.
John began his career in the music industry, working in music retail and as a road
sales representative before advancing into executive leadership positions with organizations
including Alesis, Sound Marketing Group, TC Group, and Guitar Center. His extensive
experience in the audio technology sector culminated in his appointment as CEO of
Blue Microphones, where he transformed the company from a niche professional microphone
manufacturer into an award-winning global professional and consumer electronics brand.
Under his leadership, Blue became an industry leader before its successful acquisition
by Logitech.
A graduate of California Lutheran University, John returned to the School of Management
in 2016 as a member of the inaugural cohort of the Executive MBA program. During his
time in the program, he was recognized for his collaborative leadership style, willingness
to share real-world experiences, and commitment to continuous learning. Following
the acquisition of Blue Microphones, John served as an independent consultant and
worked with a private equity firm before assuming the role of CEO of Bose Professional
in 2023.
In addition to his significant professional accomplishments, John has remained a strong
supporter of the School of Management community. Since first engaging with the School
as a speaker for the Entrepreneur Speaker Series at Hub101, he has generously shared
his expertise with students, entrepreneurs, and fellow alumni. His leadership, entrepreneurial
spirit, and commitment to lifelong learning exemplify the values of the School of
Management and make him a highly deserving recipient of this recognition.