Will Goodall serves as an Assistant Director at Columbia University, supporting Columbia’s Enterprise Risk Management students. Prior to working in career services, Will was a strategy consultant with both EY and a start-up organization, supporting organizations through their operational, strategic, and human capital challenges. He also spent time on the backcountry staff at Philmont Scout Ranch, teaching team-building and conflict management skills to thru-hiking groups. Will is excited to bring all his experience to support students’ career search and professional development.

Justin is an experienced higher education professional with a history of providing career counseling to a diverse population of students and alumni while developing positive relationships with students, faculty and employers. He have a proven ability to design, coordinate, and run career related programs that offer opportunities to learn more about potential fields, gain a better understanding of how to find and apply for jobs and internships, and develop networking connections.

Nicole DeLeon (she/her) is Assistant Director of Employer Engagement at Columbia University’s Graduate School of Arts and Sciences. She cultivates industry partnerships and leads employer-focused programming to support graduate student career journeys. With a background in college counseling, career services, and event management, Nicole takes a student-centered approach to connecting talent with opportunity. She is passionate about building inclusive and equitable pathways between higher education and the workforce.

Laura Smith has been working in the field of career services in higher education since 2005. Currently, Laura is a Career Counselor and Instructor at Nassau Community College where she specializes in career development counseling and teaches a career orientation course. She sits on various committees at the College that contribute to initiatives of applied learning and student activities. In her spare time, Laura volunteers with the College’s food pantry. Prior to her role at Nassau, Laura served as Senior Career Counselor at St. John’s University where she focused on working with students and alumni in the liberal arts and sciences. Laura has been an active member of MNYCCPOA for many years, having previously served as co-chair of the Alva Cooper Awards Committee and currently as the chair of the Membership Committee. Laura earned a MSEd in Counseling from Fordham University and a BS in Sociology from the University of Scranton.

As the Assistant Director of Industry Engagement and Events at The New School, Sabine builds strategic employer partnerships, curates high-impact events, and leads recruitment initiatives that equip students to launch purpose-driven careers in today’s evolving workforce. Early in her career, Sabine helped a first-generation college student land a paid internship with a Fortune 100 company. That moment changed her life and crystallized her purpose. It affirmed what she’s always believed: Career development isn’t just about getting a job, it’s about helping people find the place where their voice, values, and vision meet. Backed by a master’s degree in Industrial-Organizational Psychology and over a decade of experience spanning the corporate, nonprofit, and higher education sectors, Sabine brings deep expertise in recruitment, employee development, organizational strategy, and talent retention. Across every role, her north star remains the same: helping people and systems thrive.

JJia Wei Cao (he/him) is an Assistant Director and career coach at Columbia University’s School of Professional Studies, where he leads coaching, programming, and career support for Applied Analytics students. He builds strong employer relationships to connect students with industry opportunities, partnering with organizations across sectors to enhance recruiting pipelines and engagement. With a background in higher education administration, career services, and student affairs, Jia Wei has extensive experience supporting diverse and underrepresented student populations in navigating their academic and professional growth. A first-generation immigrant from Shanghai and first-generation college graduate, he is passionate about fostering meaningful connections between talent and industry.  

Crystal Murillo is a career services professional with 20 years of experience in higher education. At Montclair State University, she guides underrepresented students through academic planning, financial aid, and career coaching in pursuit of health professions. Having served in career services roles at St. John's University and at Stony Brook University, Crystal enjoys giving back to the profession that has provided her so much. She holds a BA in Government and Politics and an MBA in Executive Management from St. John’s University. Outside of work, Crystal enjoys family time with her husband, three young children and family dog, hiking, and organizing community events.

Jocelyn Coalter has over 17 years of experience in career services and student affairs. She is currently the Director of Career Services on the Staten Island campus of St. John’s University in New York. Prior to St. John’s, she worked at Yeshiva University as Director of Employer Relations, and LIM College as Assistant Director of Career Development and then Assistant Director of Student Affairs. Jocelyn holds an MSW from Stony Brook University and a BA in English and Sociology from Providence College, and is a Licensed Master of Social Work in New York State.