Felix Buatsi

Hometown: Dallas

Home state: Texas

Home country: U.S.A.

Undergraduate institution: Whitworth University

Undergraduate degree and major (and minor, if applicable): BA in business management (with a minor in leadership studies)

Pre-MBA industry: Financial services

Degree specializations (choose up to two): 

• General management

Student organization membership:

• Black Business Student Association (BBSA)

Why Rice Business?

Rice Business offers the requisite culture and environment that I need in my development as a
future business leader. The Rice Business community is very supportive and challenges you to be at
your best in an effort to succeed in reaching personal and professional goals.

What does The Consortium mean to you?

Early in my MBA program, The Consortium allowed me to connect with a diverse group of driven students committed to promoting inclusivity in their communities through meaningful change.

What does a Consortium liaison do and what are you looking forward to most in this role?

A Consortium liaison works with other stakeholders to coordinate events and provide resources to students so they can successfully navigate their MBA journey and be impactful members of their community.

What advice do you have for prospective MBA students?

The MBA experience can be challenging but is also very rewarding. Embrace the opportunity to expand your network, learn from and also teach others. Keep an open mind to enable you to flexibly adapt where necessary. Most importantly, always remember your Why.