Building Tomorrow's
Athlete-Executives
Built for Student-Athletes
We understand your unique challenges and opportunities. AIB is designed specifically for athletes transitioning to business careers.
Built around athletic calendars—meetings and events that work with your practice and travel schedule.
Connect with former Tar Heel athletes thriving in business, finance, and entrepreneurship.
Workshops, panels, mentorship, and hands-on experience to accelerate your professional growth.
Fellow student-athletes who understand your journey and share your ambition.
Comprehensive Career Support
From networking to mentorship to hands-on leadership experience—everything you need to launch your business career.
6 major events per year connecting you with alumni, recruiters, and business leaders.
Resume building, LinkedIn optimization, interview prep, and professional communication.
1-on-1 guidance from alumni who've successfully transitioned from athletics to business.
Real responsibility in our 5-pillar structure—build your resume while building AIB.
Exclusive access to internships and job opportunities from our partner companies.
Resume templates, industry guides, alumni directory, and career development materials.
Transforming Athletes Into Business Leaders
Join a thriving community of student-athletes building their business futures.
Upcoming Events
Join us for networking, workshops, and professional development opportunities.
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View CalendarOur 5-Pillar Leadership
A student-led model that grows real-world skills through responsibility and mentorship.
Joey
Showalter
Co-Chief Executive Officer
ExecutivesSenior · Economics · Wrestling
Sets the overall vision and direction of AIB, leading the executive team and representing the organization to partners, sponsors, and university leadership.
Gracie
Bolick
Chief Operations Officer
OperationsSenior · Business Administration · Track & Field (Throws)
Oversees event planning and daily operations, ensuring coordination across all departments and progress toward AIB’s goals.
Ethan
Richter
Chief Marketing Officer
MarketingGraduate Student · Masters of Applied Professional Studies · Track & Field (Throws)
Drives AIB’s branding, marketing, and communications strategy to engage members and expand outreach across platforms.
Hope
Haynes
Chief Financial Officer
FinanceJunior · Business Administration · Field Hockey
Manages budgeting, fundraising, and financial planning to support AIB’s growth and create new opportunities for student-athletes.
Joey Showalter
Co-Chief Executive Officer
ExecutivesSenior · Economics · Wrestling
Sets the overall vision and direction of AIB, leading the executive team and representing the organization to partners, sponsors, and university leadership.
Gracie Bolick
Chief Operations Officer
OperationsSenior · Business Administration · Track & Field (Throws)
Oversees event planning and daily operations, ensuring coordination across all departments and progress toward AIB’s goals.
Ethan Richter
Chief Marketing Officer
MarketingGraduate Student · Masters of Applied Professional Studies · Track & Field (Throws)
Drives AIB’s branding, marketing, and communications strategy to engage members and expand outreach across platforms.
Take the First Step Toward Your Business Career
Join Athletes in Business at Carolina and connect with a community that understands your journey and shares your ambition.