Pepperdine Graziadio Celebrates Leadership and Impact at the 2026 George Awards
The Pepperdine Graziadio Business School hosted its annual George Awards ceremony on March 27, 2026, bringing together students, alumni, faculty, and partners to celebrate excellence across the Graziadio community. Held at Duke's Malibu, the 18th annual event recognized individuals whose achievements reflect the School's values of integrity, compassion, and courageous leadership.
Each year, the George Awards honor those who go above and beyond in their academic, professional, and community contributions. Pepperdine Graziadio is proud to recognize this year's distinguished recipients:
18th Annual George Awards Winners:
- Michael A. Dauber, Outstanding Full-Time MBA Student
- Leo Moronta Blanco, Outstanding Part-Time MBA Student
- Courtney Racquel Schemansky, Outstanding Online Student
- Kimberly S. Chavez-Duque, Outstanding BSM Student
- Victor Shahen Shahnazarian, Outstanding MSAF Student
- Todd J. Schofield, Outstanding Executive DBA Student
- Doreen Shanahan, Outstanding Faculty Award
- Gene Eidelman (MBA '19), Waves of Service Alumni Award
- Rodrigo Gonzalez (MBA '11), Outstanding Alumni Award
- Rafael Rivera at PIHRA, Outstanding Corporate Leadership Award
Through their leadership and impact, these honorees embody the spirit of the Graziadio community and its commitment to developing leaders for greater purpose.
To learn more about the event and this year's winners, visit the 18th Annual George Awards webpage.