The College of Professional and Global Education (CPGE) proudly celebrates Iliki Valencia, Marketing & Branding Developer, on earning her Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Cal Poly Pomona.
Iliki's academic achievement reflects a commitment to lifelong learning, strategic leadership, and professional growth. Her MBA further strengthens the blend of business strategy, marketing expertise, and communications leadership that she brings to her role within CPGE.
Throughout her career, Iliki has led integrated marketing, branding, and communications initiatives across a variety of industries, helping organizations strengthen audience engagement, elevate brand visibility, and achieve measurable business outcomes. Her experience spans strategic communications, public relations, digital marketing, content strategy, and business development.
"Iliki's accomplishment reflects the dedication to continuous learning and professional excellence that defines CPGE," said Larisa Preiser-Houy, Ph.D., Dean of CPGE.
"Her achievement not only represents a significant personal milestone, but also strengthens the expertise and leadership she brings to our college every day."
Prior to joining Cal Poly Pomona, Iliki held leadership roles across the packaging, specialty foods, beauty, and e-commerce industries. She worked closely with nationally recognized retail brands to develop innovative packaging and marketing solutions that balanced business objectives, customer needs, and brand identity.
At CPGE, Iliki leads strategic marketing initiatives that support program visibility, strengthen stakeholder engagement, and advance enrollment growth through innovative outreach and cross-functional collaboration. Her work plays an important role in helping learners, partners, and communities with CPGE's educational opportunities.
Beyond her professional accomplishments, Iliki is an active community volunteer, supporting organizations including Huntington Hospital and Union Station Homeless Services. She is also a performer and committee member with Burat Wangi, a Balinese gamelan nonprofit arts organization, reflecting a longstanding commitment to cultural engagement and community service.
Her MBA achievement exemplifies the spirit of lifelong learning that CPGE seeks to foster among students, professionals, and community partners.
Please join us in congratulating Iliki Valencia on this outstanding academic accomplishment.
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