DBA 10 Candidates

Sachin Ahuja

Sachin Ahuja is a seasoned technology executive with over 24 years of experience driving large-scale business process transformations powered by AI, hyper automation, cloud, and data analytics.  With a truly global footprint, he has successfully led delivery execution across the US, Canada, Germany, Australia, and India. Currently, Sachin serves as the Senior Vice President of IT at a leading AI company, where he steers AI-driven strategies, operational excellence initiatives, and the growth of transformative technologies, all while managing a high-performing team.

Throughout his career, Sachin has been instrumental in embedding AI into business models, crafting innovative solutions, and unlocking new revenue streams through digital transformation. His leadership journey includes pivotal roles at General Electric, IBM, Wipro, and TELUS Communications, where he honed his expertise in Lean Six Sigma MBB, Lean & Agile methodology, change management, and project management.

Sachin holds an MBA and advanced degrees and certifications in AI and Machine Learning from Purdue University, as well as Strategy and Leadership from McGill University. He is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Business Administration, focusing on exploring the next frontier of AI advancements.

Sachin also serves as an advisor and board member for several startup organizations and a consulting think tank.

Outside of work, Sachin is a dedicated family man who enjoys traveling, listening to music, playing tennis, and spending quality time with his daughter, wife, and their energetic German Shepherd puppy. His unwavering passion for lifelong learning and innovation drives him to continually push the boundaries of digital transformation, innovation, and operational excellence in all his professional endeavors.

Rachel Creasy

Rachel Creasy is the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of a Local Education Agency (LEA) in North Carolina. She brings a wealth of experience to her role, having previously worked with a Fortune 40 company in indirect tax, where she honed her skills in financial analysis and strategic planning. Rachel holds an MBA and was a double major in Accounting and Finance for her undergraduate studies, all completed at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro.

Her research interests include forensic accounting, internal controls, accounting education, and sustainability. Rachel is passionate about improving financial practices through education and enhancing transparency in financial reporting.

In her free time, Rachel enjoys spending time outdoors, camping, kayaking, rafting, and more. She also loves spending quality time with her family and her two dogs, making the most of every moment together.

Matthew Johnson

Matt Johnson is the founder and Managing Partner of Johnson Venture Partners (JVP), an Atlanta-based micro VC fund investing in seed and early-stage startups. Matt identifies and analyzes investment opportunities, conducts due diligence, supports portfolio companies, and administers all investments made by the fund. He has executed investments in over 40 venture-backed companies throughout 15 years of early-stage investing experience.

Matt is an active member of many Southeast regional investor networks including Atlanta Technology Angels, Florida Funders, and VentureSouth and serves on the selection committee for Venture Atlanta. He is a frequent lecturer and panelist on the topics of startup investing, innovation, and entrepreneurship, and has been a board member and advisor to numerous startups. Prior to founding JVP, Matt was an investment consultant with TIAA and a development officer at a major research university. Matt holds a BA in Economics and an MBA in Entrepreneurship from Clemson University, where he also serves as a part-time lecturer of Entrepreneurship.

Dana Mobley

Dana joined active-duty Air Force in February 2002 and served for 20 years, retiring as a Master Sergeant. During her service, Dana completed an associate’s in applied science in communications from the Community College of the Air Force (2007), a bachelor’s degree in management from American Public University System (2016). She also started a master’s program for Business Administration, which she completed in the Fall of 2022.   

Dana started her second career in New Mexico as a staff assistant, then staff operations manager in late 2021. She leads a team of administrative and computer systems professionals and is responsible for administrative management and processes throughout the division she supports as well as focusing on the training and development of employees.

Dana is passionate about helping others and serving those she leads. She hopes to develop expert-level knowledge in leadership, management, and business to continue teaching and supporting others to the best of her ability.

Dana has been married for 12 years and is the proud mother of two rescue dogs and six chickens. She enjoys hiking and spending time at home taking care of their animals.