Oluwatobiloba “Tobi” Seriki, a recent graduate of the USC Marshall School of Business Food Industry Management program, has been awarded the Byron Allumbaugh Food Industry Leadership Scholarship.
The scholarship is awarded annually to one or two exceptional Food Industry Management alumni who have been accepted into a graduate or undergraduate program at the USC Marshall School of Business.
“This award reflects Byron Allumbaugh’s unwavering commitment to training and education,” said Cynthia McCloud, director of food industry programs at USC Marshall. “As a 39-year industry veteran and former CEO of Ralphs, Mr. Allumbaugh nurtured many promising leaders, always providing guidance and encouragement. His legacy of advocacy and inspiration continues today through this scholarship.”
McCloud said that Seriki embodies passion and purpose in her pursuit of personal growth through education, as well as in her dedication to supporting and developing those within her sphere of influence. She has an undergraduate degree from the University of South Florida and serves as a national category director at The Albertsons Cos.
“Throughout her career, she has demonstrated outstanding leadership skills and has been recognized with multiple awards, including being selected by her peers as the class spokesperson for the FIM Class,” McCloud said. “The Byron Allumbaugh Scholarship will enable her to continue her education in the MBA program at USC Marshall.”
Seriki said it has been important to her to give back to those who have supported her through her journey.
“I am committed to giving back to my company and my community. As an immigrant, I understand the challenges of navigating life in the U.S., and I am passionate about mentoring and guiding young female immigrants in their careers and life paths,” she said.
“The knowledge I gained in the FIM program has provided me with a solid foundation to start my mentorship circle. Completing an MBA will allow me to take this initiative to the next level.”
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About the food industry programs at USC Marshall
USC Marshall’s food industry programs are built on decades of proven results and the commitment to provide food industry leaders with innovative solutions facing them in the marketplace. Founded in 1958, the Food Industry Management (FIM) program is a 16-week undergraduate program that integrates the functional areas of business with cutting-edge theory and practical application. The four-day Food Industry Executive Program (FIEP) workshop is designed for busy industry executives and taught by full-time faculty at USC Marshall School of Business as well as experts within the food industry.
