Maryland Smith’s Erick Loyo Selected for Poets & Quants’ Class of 2020 Best & Brightest MBAs

Erick Loyo entered Maryland Smith’s Full-Time MBA program with an impressive five-year resume of banking and finance accomplishments. He subsequently excelled and stood out as a leader and advocate for his classmates and the program. As he concludes his MBA journey, Poets & Quants has recognized him as among the world’s 100 Best and Brightest MBAs in the Class of 2020.

“Erick is by far one of the most driven and passionate students we have had in the Smith MBA program,” Associate Dean of Master’s Programs Wendy Moe at the University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business told Poets & Quants. “He developed an unparalleled work ethic early on in life, being raised by a single mother in New Jersey, and overcoming many challenges that others will never experience…Meeting Erick, you would never know the challenges he has overcome – he is outgoing with a positive attitude, and you quickly realize the high standards he has for both himself and those around him.” 

Entering Maryland Smith, Loyo had advanced in investment banking positions with JP Morgan and Deutsche Bank AG. He’s subsequently accepted a position in Merck & Co.’s Finance Leadership Development Program. “He is always willing to help anyone who needs it, whether it is helping classmates plan club events or prepping for job interviews,” Moe said. “He secured his full-time job offer to Merck & Co shortly following his internship there and has continued to stay engaged with the Office of Career Services supporting his classmates and their searches.” 

For more, read Erick Loyo’s 2020 Best & Brightest MBA profile.