Meet Our Student Team
SAI’s six business units are each managed by Cornell undergraduates, who have profit/loss responsibility for their respective businesses. Each agency manager reports to the President who is ultimately accountable for the operations and performance of the entire portfolio. The Executive Team supports the President and the six agencies in executing their business operations and increasing their profitability.
A number of full-time professional staff provide mentoring and support services to the student management staff, including a CEO that serves as a “Mentor-in-Residence.”
A formal Board of Directors sets the organization’s long-term strategic vision and serves as an experienced resource for the student management staff.
Want to learn more about each of these roles?
Feel free to contact any of our team members for a coffee chat!
Executive Team
Thomas Bailey | President
Thomas is a junior in the Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management and our President for 2025. As President, he drives revenue growth and operational efficiency for all 7 business units. Thomas has been with Student Agencies since 2022 when he was hired as the General Manager of Big Red Shipping and Storage. On campus outside of SAI, he is a fellow of the Emerging Markets Society, a Sector Lead for Cornell Equity Research, and a deans list scholar. In his free time, Thomas enjoys staying active outside with friends and family.
Riley McGuire | Director of Human Resources
Riley is a sophomore from Hanover, NH studying Industrial and Labor Relations and plans to minor in Business. As the Director of Human Resources, she is excited to apply her experiences in HR operations to ensure smooth internal functions. She also hopes to continue fostering the educational and energetic organizational culture of SAI. Outside of Student Agencies, she is a project manager for 180 Degrees Consulting and a Peer Mentor in the ILR School. She is also on the Cornell Women’s Club Soccer Team and Cornell Club Alpine Ski Team. In her free time, Riley enjoys going on hikes, getting coffee, and exploring new places in Ithaca.
Email: hr@studentagencies.com
Jude Coe | Chief Financial Officer
Jude is a junior from West Glover, Vermont studying Applied Economics and Management with a concentration in Finance. Jude is looking forward to working with such talented and dedicated students and hopes to have a record-breaking year. Outside of Student Agencies, Jude plays lacrosse and is an avid skier.
Email: cfo@studentagencies.com
Mark Lee | Chief Technology Officer
Mark is a freshman studying in the School of Industrial and Labor Relations, and plans to minor in Information Science. As the Chief Technology Officer of Student Agencies, Mark is passionate about the intersection between technology and people, striving to implement innovative solutions that boost efficiency and drive organizational success. Beyond Student Agencies, Mark channels his creativity as an enthusiastic member of Cornell’s Performing and Media Arts department, where he pursues his love of Cole Porter and the Great American Songbook. In his spare time, you’ll find him exploring new tech trends, playing golf, or searching for Ithaca’s best ramen spots.
Email: cto@studentagencies.com
Tamara Kasikovic | Director of Tech Development
Tamara is a sophomore from Old Bridge, NJ majoring in Computer Science and Statistics. As the Director of Tech Development, she looks forward to applying her technical background to build software across the organization. She’s especially interested in using technology to solve operational challenges and empower student-led businesses. Beyond Student Agencies, Tamara is a member of the Cornell Data Science project team and Epsilon Nu Tau, Cornell’s entrepreneurship fraternity. In her spare time, she enjoys playing beach volleyball, going to concerts, and exploring cities.
Email: it@studentagencies.com
Elena is a sophomore from New Windsor, New York studying Sociology in the College of Arts and Sciences on a pre-law track. As a Cornell Tradition Fellow and a dedicated campus leader, Elena is passionate about advocacy, mentorship, and community engagement. As Manager of Big Red Shipping and Storage, Elena leads with a focus on team collaboration and operational excellence. She hopes to grow Big Red by emphasizing top-tier customer service and ensuring customer satisfaction is always a priority.
Email: brss@studentagencies.com
Kieran Shulman | General Manager
Kieran is a freshman from Ithaca, NY studying Global Development and Information Science, as well as a minor in Business. As the Managing Director of Big Red Shipping and Storage, he strives to provide the best storage service possible for Cornell students and the greater Ithaca area. Outside of Student Agencies and Big Red Shipping and Storage, Kieran is an analyst for the Building Decarbonization project team within Energy Transition Club, as well as a Global Development Peer Mentor. In his free time, Kieran enjoys playing tennis, golfing, and trying new food. He also loves to disturb the other SAI employees (especially his co-manager Elena) by playing ping pong in the office.
Email: brss@studentagencies.com
Tarneet Singh | Director of Field Operations
Tarneet is an incoming sophomore from Philadelphia, PA studying Hotel Administration. As Director of Field Operations for Big Red Shipping and Storage, Tarneet enjoys the opportunity to be able to delve deep into the financial side of running a business. Outside of Student Agencies, Tarneet is a member of the business fraternity Phi Gamma Nu and Cornell Alpha Fund. In his free time, he enjoys watching the NFL, running, and playing golf.
Email: brss@studentagencies.com
Hired Hands Moving Company
Sam Tsao | Managing Director
Sam is a freshman from Old Greenwich, CT studying Information Science. As the Managing Director of the Hired Hands Moving Company, Sam is looking forward to offering exceptional service to the greater Tompkins County area. Outside of Student Agencies, he is a member of Pi Sigma Epsilon and Cornell Commodities Trading Club. He is also the incoming president of the Cornell Club Hockey Team. In his free time, Sam enjoys golf, poker, and MMA.
Rory Grant | General Manager
Rory is a sophomore from Bryn Mawr, PA, studying Mechanical Engineering and pursuing a minor in Aerospace Engineering. He is the General Manager of Hired Hands Moving Company, and seeks to bring a technical approach to solving small-business problems. He is excited to take his real world business experience from Student Agencies and apply it to complex problem solving in a technical field. Aside from Student Agencies, Rory is a member of Mediocre Melodies a Capella and the Cornell Outing Club. Rory enjoys all things outdoors; and when not working on work or school is most likely found running on trails around Ithaca.
Max Klein | Director of Operations
Max is a freshman from Brooklyn, NY studying economics in the College of Arts and Sciences. As the Director of Operations for Hired Hands Moving Company he hopes to help the business run smoothly within its previous scale, and to grow it as well. Max is excited to work closely with other SAI businesses to expand collaboration. Outside of Student Agencies, Max will be a Course Assistant in his sophomore year, as well as playing Cornell’s Sprint Football team.
Student Agencies Real Estate
Willie Yao | General Manager
Willie is a freshman from Orange County, California, studying Hotel Administration at Cornell’s Nolan School with a focus on real estate and entrepreneurship. As the Real Estate General Manager at Student Agencies, he oversees a $36M portfolio of commercial and residential properties, managing tenant relations, budgeting, and daily operations. Willie is passionate about building communities and creating seamless living experiences. Outside of Student Agencies, he is involved with Diversity and Inclusion in Real Estate, Startup Consulting at Cornell, and Hotel Ezra Cornell. In his free time, he enjoys photography, video games, backpacking, scuba diving, skiing, and bringing people together through hosting dinner parties.
George Weinstein | Assistant Manager
The Cornellian Yearbook
Melina Kohilakis | General Manager
Melina is a sophomore from Westchester, NY studying Global Development and minoring in Information Science. As the General Manager of The Cornellian Yearbook, she is excited to carry on its legacy by providing students with a memorable yearbook. Outside of Student Agencies, Melina is involved in the Cornell Consulting Group (CCG), Cornell University Parole Initiative (CUPI), Big Red Ambassadors, and the Cornell Women’s Club Lacrosse Team. She also serves as the Director of Communications for AlreadyFriendz and worked as a research assistant for the Cornell Humphrey Fellows Program. In her free time, Melina enjoys trying new cafes and spending time with friends and family.
Anna Foote | General Manager
Anna is a Global Development student at Cornell University with a concentration in Environment and Development and minors in Law & Society and Anthropology. Originally from Alexandria, VA, Anna combines a passion for equitable systems with hands-on experience in environmental education, fair trade, and energy policy. She currently serves as a manager for the Cornellian Yearbook, where she is contributing to a culture of creativity and innovation at Student Agencies. Anna is also an editor for The Diplomat, Cornell’s international affairs magazine, and a web designer for Markets4Kenyans, promoting sustainable e-commerce for artisans in Kenya, exploring intersections between global policy, local livelihoods, and sustainable development.
Student Agencies Tutoring
Naakai McDonald | General Manager
Naakai is a junior from Arizona studying Information Science, Systems, and Technology in the College of Engineering. As the General Manager of Student Agencies Tutoring, she enjoys the opportunity to engage more deeply with the Ithaca community by supporting both local high school students and fellow Cornellians. Outside of Student Agencies Tutoring, she is a Vice President of CUXD and Digital Marketing and Social Media Manager of Doctor's Without Borders. In her free time, Naakai loves discovering new coffee shops, exploring Ithaca’s hidden gems, and spending time outdoors with friends.
Email: sat@studentagencies.com
Campus Promotions
Ginger McCoy | General Manager
Ginger is a junior from Brooklyn, NY studying Computer Science. As Manager of Campus Promotions, she is excited to connect local businesses with the Cornell community. She also hopes to help Cornell departments market their events to students. Outside of SAI, she is a member of the Cornell Investment Banking Club and pre-professional fraternity Kappa Theta Pi. In her free time, she enjoys playing volleyball, spending time with family, and going to the beach.
Email: cp@studentagencies.com