05/06/2025
✨ Alum Spotlight: Alexander Pechacek ('24)
Meet Alexander, an MA in Economics graduate from the University at Albany, SUNY and former collegiate athlete on the Men’s Soccer team! ⚽ Originally from Vienna, Austria, Alexander chose UAlbany for its top-tier Economics program, especially its economic forecasting specialization.
After graduating in 2024, he moved to Lexington, KY, where he works in retail, applying his data analysis and forecasting expertise to support strategic business decisions. 📊
A memorable moment during his time at UAlbany was his internship with the Men’s Soccer team, where he developed a forecasting model to predict athlete performance. This experience taught him the value of data organization and applying econometric techniques in real-world situations.
đź’ˇ Alexander's advice: "Engage in as many projects, programs, and groups as possible. Connect with peers and make the most of your time!"