Katie Fukumitsu

Degree from Eccles: Operations and Supply Chain, ’22

Current job title/position: Supply Chain Leader at Frito Lay

What is your favorite memory of the David Eccles School of Business?

My favorite memory was my trip to Barcelona and London with the Business Scholars Program. It was only my second time outside of the country and my first time in Europe. I had so much fun exploring the cities, visiting companies, and really getting to know some of my peers outside of class.

What impact has your education from the Eccles School had on your life?

I didn’t know what career or major I wanted to pursue going into college, but after participating in Business Scholars and learning about the different majors in business, I realized that business is what I wanted to do.

How do you make an impact through your current work or other activities?

Although my career is just starting, I am working hard to learn about every department and aspect in my company so I can make tangible changes.

If you could give one piece of advice to your student self, what would it be?

Even though I struggled a lot in the beginning with figuring out what major I wanted to pursue, I wouldn’t have changed it. My advice is to not worry so much about figuring out your life plan and instead just pick something you’re interested in and go for it!

What person has had the biggest impact on you?

Professor Sue Sundar has made a huge impact on me. I owe a lot to her. When I first met her, I lacked a lot of confidence as a woman in business and a woman of color. Her belief in me gave me the confidence I needed.