Henze Student Executive Team Members
Meet the 2026 - 2027 Team
The Henze Student Executive Team is made up of dedicated student leaders who represent and support the College of Business community. Through leadership, service and collaboration, these students help create meaningful experiences for their peers while developing the skills needed for future success.
Evelyn Marnell
Student Executive Team Co-Chair
Major: Marketing
Minor/Certificate: Psychology, Integrated Business Experience
Hometown: Hudson, WI
Why I joined SET: I joined SET because I wanted to help students get involved in the College of Business and find a place where they feel they belong and can grow both personally and professionally.
Fun Fact: I studied abroad in Spain.
Graduation Date: May 2027
Jed Ryan
Student Executive Team Co-Chair
Major: Finance - Financial Planning and Insurance
Minor/Certificate: Accounting, Integrated Business Experience
Hometown: Goodhue, MN
Why I joined SET: I joined the Student Executive Team to keep building on the leadership experience I've developed throughout college and to stay deeply involved in the College of Business. SET gave me the chance to work alongside driven, like-minded people who care about improving the student experience and creating real value for COB students.
Fun Fact: I have a twin brother.
Graduation Date: May 2027
Kennedi Carstensen
Major: Marketing
Minor/Certificate: Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Integrated Business Experience
Hometown: Eagan, MN
Why I joined SET: I joined SET because I wanted to help create positive and welcoming experiences for students in the College of Business. Being part of SET allows me to grow my leadership skills while giving back to campus in a meaningful and impactful way.
Fun Fact: I have a dog named Kojo.
Graduation Date: May 2027
Bailey Frank
Major: Human Resources Management
Certificate: Integrated Business Experience
Hometown: Inver Grove Heights, MN
Why I Joined SET: I joined SET because I wanted the opportunity to grow professionally while making a positive impact in the College of Business. I hope to help students feel welcomed, be someone they feel comfortable reaching out to, and encourage more underclassmen to get involved so they can make the most of their college experience!
Fun Fact: I have a cat named Kato!
Graduation Date: May 2027
Hometown: Gettysburg, South Dakota
Why I joined SET: I joined SET because I wanted to get to make a difference for the COB student body and create meaningful relationships with students and staff.
Fun Fact: I have the record for most amount of pushups to this day for the 11 year old girls fitness test at my elementary school.
Graduation Date: May 2027
Paige Larsen
Major: Marketing
Minor/Certificate: Entrepreneurship & Innovation, Integrated Business Experience, Professional Sales
Hometown: Cold Spring, MN
Why I joined SET: I joined SET to become more involved in the College of Business and create a meaningful impact on a program that has contributed greatly to my college experience. Being able to advocate and create positive change in the COB through various programs and events is extremely rewarding, and I am grateful to be a part of such an incredible team!
Fun Fact: I run Cross Country and Track and Field at MSU.
Graduation Date: May 2028
Hometown: Plymouth, MN
Why I joined SET: I joined to develop my leadership skills while helping create opportunities for other students.
Fun Fact: I’ve been to Russia.
Graduation Date: May 2027
Alex Siebenaler
Majors: Accounting and Quantitative Finance
Minor/Certificate: Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Business Analytics, Integrated Business Experience
Hometown: Hastings, MN
Why I Joined SET: I joined the Student Executive Team because I wanted to serve others, grow personally and professionally, and help make a positive difference for students on campus, specifically those in the College of Business.
Fun Fact: I am a dual citizen, having citizenship in Luxembourg.
Graduation Date: May 2028
Hometown: Mankato, MN
Why I joined SET: I joined SET to have a positive impact on the future of the COB at MSU!
Fun Fact: I love to fish.
Graduation Date: May 2028
Kirsten Waldner
Major: Human Resources Management
Certificate: Integrated Business Experience
Hometown: Onalaska, WI
Why I joined SET: I joined SET because I want to become more involved in the College of Business while making a positive impact on the student experience. I want the opportunity to develop my leadership skills while working with a team dedicated to making meaningful improvements and supporting student success.
Fun Fact: I have a three-legged cat.
Graduation Date: May 2028
Tyler Weinberger
Major: Business Management
Minor/Certificate: Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Integrated Business Experience
Hometown: Farmington, MN
Why I joined SET: I joined SET because I am passionate about mentoring younger students and helping them make meaningful connections that will support their growth and development while at MSU.
Fun Fact: I collect custom poker chips from professional golf events that I’ve worked at.
Graduation Date: December 2026
