Sun Devil 100 Communication Alumni

Each year, the ASU Alumni Association recognizes outstanding alumni who lead thriving, fast-growing businesses around the world. These entrepreneurs, executives, and changemakers exemplify innovation, leadership, and Sun Devil spirit.

Communication alumni lead across industries

The wide range of industries represented by our alumni highlights the versatility of a communication degree—from public relations and marketing to real estate, finance, and nonprofit leadership.

Hugh Downs School alumni make up 40% of The College’s 2025 honorees

In 2025, 40% of The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences’ Sun Devil 100 honorees were graduates of the Hugh Downs School of Human Communication.

Meet the Communication alumni in the Sun Devil 100 Class of 2025:

Kathleen Duffy – Class of 1981 – CEO/Founder/President, Duffy Group, Inc.

Ben Ellis – Class of 2013 – Founder, E & G Real Estate Services

Eric Ganz – Class of 2003 – Co-Founder/Managing Partner, 360X Staffing

Michael Hagerty – Class of 1985 – CEO/Owner/President, Copy King Office Solutions Inc.

Rick Hurley – Class of 2007 – Owner, Heirloom Wealth Management

Jennifer Kaplan – Class of 2010 – Owner/Founder, Evolve Public Relations & Marketing

Jamie LeVine – Class of 2001 – Chief Communications Officer, Steve LeVine Entertainment & Public Relations

Jodi Low – Class of 2008 – CEO/Founder, U & Improved

Colleen Neese – Class of 1997 – Vice President, Duffy Group, Inc.

Mike Noble – Class of 2007 – CEO and Founder, Noble Predictive Insights

Laurel Roach – Class of 2008 – Owner, TriFIT Wellness

Emily Soccorsy – Class of 1999 – Owner/Principal Brand Strategist, Root + River

Christina Spicer – Class of 2003 – Co-CEO, Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council

Kristin Uhles – Class of 1999 – Vice President, SmartPractice

Bryan White – Class of 1997 – COO, DMD Systems Recovery, LLC

Jessica Whitney – Class of 2004 – Senior Vice President, Development, Arizona Science Center

Teresa Ybarra – Class of 1987 – People Operations & Culture, Duffy Group, Inc.

Alumnus of the Year: Tim Vasquez – Class of 1998 – Owner, Someburros