Staff Directory

A graduate of Indiana University, Darbe comes to the Graduate Career Services team with a professional background in retail leadership and consumer banking. Throughout her experience, she discovered her passion for coaching and developing others.

After pursuing her master’s degree in human resources, Darbe joined the Graduate Career Services staff as a career coach for the students of MS in Accounting with Data and Analytics and MS in Information Systems programs.

Erin joined the Graduate Career Services team in Summer 2022 after 11 years of IU student services experience—the last 8 at the Kelley School of Business. Erin earned her bachelor's degree in biology from Butler University and a masters in higher education and student affairs from IU. Erin is passionate about helping college students navigate their higher education experience. She looks forward to assisting graduate students in finding their best career fit.

Beth joined the Kelley School in 2002. After 15 years of experience working on the employer relations team in career services, Beth transitioned to work directly with students in the Information Systems Graduate Programs office (MSIS). She developed a passion for student services and is enthusiastic about student success and their professional development.

Beth returned to Kelley’s career services to coach and consult students pursuing specialized master’s degree programs. She invests herself in building and maintaining strong relationships with students, industry professionals, and Kelley alumni.

Beth is a proud IU alum and a native of Bloomington.

Melanie Beldock brings over 25 years of experience as a seasoned coach and talent management professional, with a diverse background in consulting, executive and career coaching, and corporate recruiting. Her expertise spans multiple industries, including fintech, healthcare, insurance, advertising, and manufacturing. From dynamic startup ecosystems to Fortune 100 companies, Melanie has successfully navigated a wide range of organizational environments, providing tailored guidance and strategic support.

In addition to her consulting and coaching work, Melanie remains deeply involved in the startup community. As an active mentor to various incubators and accelerator programs across the U.S., she collaborates with founders on key areas such as corporate structure, ideation, growth strategies, and hiring, guiding early-stage companies through the complex startup landscape.

Rebecca is a Kelley MBA alumna who came back to the Kelley School in November 2009, starting in Graduate Career Services as a career coach and director of coaching & development, then moving to the role of executive director of the Full-Time MBA Program in 2016. She became executive director of Undergraduate Career Services in July 2019 and then became executive director of Kelley Career Services in June 2022, covering both graduate and undergraduate career services. Prior to returning to Kelley, Rebecca was a portfolio manager and senior equity analyst with Voyageur Asset Management and has more than 13 years of investment management and non-profit experience with various organizations.

In her current role, Rebecca oversees all aspects of Kelley Career Services, from coaching to employer relations and everything in between. Rebecca also holds leadership positions with a variety of non-profit organizations, including the MBA Career Services & Employer Alliance and Tri Kappa (service sorority). Rebecca is a Professional Certified Coach through the International Coaching Federation. In her free time, Rebecca enjoys playing and traveling with her husband Chris (a Kelley accounting professor and fellow Kelley MBA alum) and their two teenage children.

Kimberly’s career has spanned four industries, including corporate, nonprofit, and higher education experience in marketing, program and project management, event planning, development, teaching, and coaching. She is a nationally recognized board-certified coach with a career coaching specialty designation and an MBA. Most recently, Kimberly served as a senior career coach at the IU Walter Center for Career Achievement in the College of Arts and Sciences, coaching undergraduates, graduate students, and alumni. She is passionate about empowering students on their career journeys to align with their values, aspirations, and dreams, serving as a strategic partner. When not at work, Kimberly enjoys hiking, cooking, working out, and spending time with her son and Labradors. 

Birgit joined the Graduate Career Services team in the fall of 2015 as associate director and career coach.

As such, she is the career coach for the students in Kelley’s Graduate Accounting Programs. In addition, Birgit also works with Kelley Direct Online MBA and MS students on accelerating their current careers or transitioning into a new field.

Prior to working at Kelley, Birgit worked in the consulting industry—specifically on the intersection of IT and financial services—for over 15 years, where over time she held various positions such as consultant,  presales engineer, project manager, and account manager.

Born and raised in Germany, Birgit has her MBA from Universität des Saarlandes in Saarbrücken, Germany. She also has a Certificate in Executive and Leadership Coaching at the NYU School of Continuing and Professional Studies, and is working on becoming a certified coach with the Coaches Training Institute (CTI).

Birgit has lived in many places in the world and in the U.S, and is now happily settled in Bloomington, Indiana, with her husband and two little boys.

Muge is the executive director of employer relations at the Kelley School of Business, where she oversees employer engagement across programs through a consultative portfolio management approach. She leads a team of industry-specialized professionals, cultivating strategic partnerships that connect top employers with students.

Her team collaborates with undergraduate, graduate, and executive education programs to support students in pursuing opportunities ranging from internships to executive roles. She works closely with employers to develop customized recruiting strategies tailored to their needs—whether for internships, full-time positions, leadership programs, or experienced hires. By aligning employer engagement efforts with student career goals, she fosters pathways for long-term success.

Prior to joining Kelley in January 2019, Muge served as the human resources director at Liberty Mutual in Istanbul, overseeing all people functions and enhancing the employee experience. With over a decade of management and human capital consulting experience, she has advised clients across five continents on corporate strategy, organizational effectiveness, M&A, and post-merger integration. She holds degrees from Uludag University and Istanbul Technical University.

Muge is passionate about making work better for people and people better at work through transformational leadership. She fosters an inclusive culture where individuals can maximize their potential and is committed to building meaningful connections that create impactful career experiences for students, employers, and professionals alike. She is driven by a passion for helping people recognize what is possible and empowering them to achieve it.

Jeremy joined Graduate Career Services in February 2017 after 10 years working for both the Indiana University College of Arts and Sciences and the School of Public and Environmental Affairs in a corporate relations capacity. He obtained his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Indiana University.

Jeremy is a member of the employer relations team and works with companies in the Energy, Manufacturing, and Industrials sectors on recruiting strategy and connecting them with talent from the Kelley portfolio. An avid film fan and former film blogger, he can often be found at various film haunts around Bloomington, especially the IU Cinema, when not spending time with his wonderful wife and two sons. Also, as a former Jeopardy! champion, Jeremy welcomes all takers in trivia.

Beth joined the Employer Relations team in July 2019. Prior to, Beth worked in the athletics department at IU for a total of 16 years, 13 of them specifically with the men’s basketball office. Her favorite thing about working at IU for almost 20 years are the relationships she has built and unbelievable experiences that IU has provided for her. Which include being part of the 2013 and 2016 Big Ten Championship seasons, she displays her ring proudly. Beth was thrilled to continue her passion for building and creating new relationships in the Employer Relations team.

Beth received her BA in management from the Kelley School of Business. When Beth is not at work she enjoys spending time with husband, Luke, sons, Declan and Eoin, and their family dog, Finnegan.

Drew is a born and bred Hoosier. He has received two degrees from the Kelley School of Business, first receiving his BS in Supply Chain Management in 2012 and then his MS in Strategic Management in 2022. Drew joined the Employer Relations team in spring 2023 after 10+ years in operations leadership roles with Amazon and Carvana. Drew brings passion and energy to the team to go along with his experience leading many diverse teams through growth and expansion. When not at work, Drew spends his free time with his wonderful wife, Jackie, and their 3 young daughters, Scarlett, Riley, and Ellie. He loves to golf, attend sporting events, and spend time with family and friends. Drew is a passionate sports fan and loves all things Hoosiers athletics.

Rachel graduated from Indiana University in 2016 with a bachelor's degree in management from Kelley and minor in human resources from O’Neill. She joined Employer Relations in February 2024 after seven years of experience in corporate recruiting. In her most recent role before joining the team, Rachel managed an internship program at Capital One for students interested in pursuing a career as a software engineer. Rachel is excited to support students with their career search from the university side and looks forward to connecting with employers to help them find the perfect candidate at Kelley. In her spare time, she enjoys taking her dog on long walks, cooking, reading, attending IU Basketball games, and playing tennis or pickleball with her husband.

Cindy graduated from IU in 2021 with a bachelor of science in public affairs, majoring in nonprofit management and leadership. She started her career part-time at a small financial services firm in Bloomington as an office manager. During her final semester of undergrad, Cindy worked as a peer educator in the O’Neill Career Hub. Being energized to work with students looking for internships and entry-level roles, she accepted a full-time offer with a global digital marketing agency where she worked in talent acquisition and recruiting. With a passion for building relationships and networking, Cindy joined the Employer Relations team in 2022.

As an energetic extrovert, she enjoys spending time with friends and family doing creative and outdoor activities. While looking to continue her education, some of Cindy’s hobbies include but are not limited to rock climbing, volunteering, painting, traveling, and completing sudoku puzzles with her husband Braxton.

A native Hoosier, Lisa has been a proud member of the Kelley School of Business for more than 30 years. It began in 1988 with an internship in the Undergraduate Career Services (UCS) office. In 1989, she moved to the Department of Management & Entrepreneurship. However, the fast-paced environment of career services drew her back to UCS in August 1990, where she’s been in various roles ever since.

In addition to her commitment to the Employer Relations and its mission, Lisa prioritizes her faith and cherishes her family. She and her husband, Brad, enjoy spending time with their two grown children as well as fishing, traveling, and watching true crime shows. She also treasures her menagerie of pets which includes two dogs, a small flock of chickens (all of which have names), and two cockatiels, Winston and Salem.

A voice and opera alumnus from Indiana University and Brigham Young University, Michelle joined Kelley Graduate Career Services in 2022. Before coming to GCS, she worked as an office administrator at Indiana University Residential Programs and Services and in the Bloomington community. In her spare time, she enjoys doing handiwork, singing, exercising, and attending live music events with her husband.

Rebecca is a Kelley MBA alumna who came back to the Kelley School in November 2009, starting in Graduate Career Services as a career coach and director of coaching & development, then moving to the role of executive director of the Full-Time MBA Program in 2016. She became executive director of Undergraduate Career Services in July 2019 and then became executive director of Kelley Career Services in June 2022, covering both graduate and undergraduate career services. Prior to returning to Kelley, Rebecca was a portfolio manager and senior equity analyst with Voyageur Asset Management and has more than 13 years of investment management and non-profit experience with various organizations.

In her current role, Rebecca oversees all aspects of Kelley Career Services, from coaching to employer relations and everything in between. Rebecca also holds leadership positions with a variety of non-profit organizations, including the MBA Career Services & Employer Alliance and Tri Kappa (service sorority). Rebecca is a Professional Certified Coach through the International Coaching Federation. In her free time, Rebecca enjoys playing and traveling with her husband Chris (a Kelley accounting professor and fellow Kelley MBA alum) and their two teenage children.

Crystal recently joined Graduate Career Services after nearly a decade with the Indiana University Center for Survey Research. She earned her bachelor’s degree from DePauw University and pursued a master’s degree at the O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs. Crystal is a part of the employer relations team and looks forward to helping talented students connect with strong companies. When not at Kelley, she enjoys spending time with her two kids and her dog, hiking, and frequenting the Bloomington restaurant scene.

Jasmine joined the Undergraduate Career Services team in July 2019. She is a Bloomington native and has been with IU since 2013 in various healthcare and student support roles. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her friends and family, especially her son, Mason. Jasmine enjoys traveling, reading, hiking, and walking her two dogs, Dixie and Hank. Connecting with students and employers while planning events is what she loves most about being part of the UCS team.

Patti joined the UCS staff after previously working in the Bloomington School system for many years, followed by working for a local accounting firm and then joining Indiana University in 2017 assisting with recruitment events across the country. She joined the Kelley School in 2019. Patti loves spending time with her children Amanda, Taylor and Evan as well as with her other family and friends. In her spare time, she likes to hike the trails in one of the many beautiful Indiana State Parks with her youngest daughter, read a variety of books and do puzzles. She is originally from Kentucky and enjoys all things related to the Kentucky Derby. Connecting with people is what Patti loves most about being part of the UCS team.