Noelle Bieda
Associate Director, Employer Relations
As Associate Director of Employer Relations, Noelle focuses on supporting employers by leveraging her background in talent acquisition and corporate recruiting to enhance the on-campus recruiting experience. She is dedicated to helping students build the skills and connections needed to pursue meaningful career opportunities.
Prior to joining Isenberg in 2019, Noelle worked as a Corporate Recruiter at Barton Associates Inc., where she managed the direct staffing needs for internal sales and corporate positions. She earned her B.A. in Business from Saint Anselm College in 2017 and her M.S. in Business Analytics from Isenberg School of Management in 2025.
Lea Herrick
Associate Director, Outreach & Employer Relations
As the Associate Director of Outreach & Employer Relations, Lea is focused on cultivating professional development opportunities and connecting students with external partners for networking and career growth. She is working to provide Isenberg students with both on and off-campus experiences, including corporate visits and networking opportunities. Lea works to continuously build relationships with Isenberg alumni and other partners who contribute essential career connections to current students. Lea has been working with Isenberg for seven years in advising, student engagement, and career success roles. She is also a proud alumna, earning both her MBA and BA in Marketing degrees from Isenberg.
Trista Hevey
Executive Director, Graduate Employer Relations & Outreach
As Executive Director of Graduate Employer Relations & Outreach, Trista is concentrated on strategic efforts to advance employer engagement and career services across masters programs at Isenberg. Responsible for corporate partnerships and student career development opportunities that result in industry exploration and advancement. Trista’s overall goal is to set students up for career growth and successful outcomes during and upon completion of their studies. Trista has been with Isenberg for 14 years working in areas of business development, alumni relations, and corporate recruitment. She has earned a dual-degree BA in Computer Information Technology & Media Management from Elms College and MBA from Isenberg, UMass Amherst.
Melissa Salva
Executive Director, Undergraduate Employer Relations & Operations
