Student Profile: Christian Harry

Christian Harry (pictured on the right) with translator, Josh

Program and year: MA '10
Hometown: Pearisburg, Va
Number of visits to Nicaragua: 1
Which seminars did you teach?

Financial Budgeting; Motivatingand Retaining Employees; and Networking

Favorite Project Nicaragua memory:

Being able to teach the seminars, and seeing how eager everyone was to learn the material.  I love the energy and enthusiasm that people brought to the sessions.  Also, Caleb (one of the business owners) gave me some great advice on when to meet someone, when to get married, and when to have kids!

What was your greatest learning moment on this trip?

Visiting the actual work places during our business visits.  It was really interesting to learn how these business owners constructed their processes and to see how they developed their product after studying their business. 

What surprised you the most about Nicaragua and your experience visiting the country?

I was surprised at how the business constructs, frameworks, and subjects that we are studying here at Wake are translated into other cultures and countries.  It was really interesting to see how what we are learning actually affects existing businesses – even those in other countries. 

How has Project Nicaragua affected your business school experience?

Project Nicaragua has truly been a life-changing experience and has greatly enriched my business educational experience.  I am really glad I was able to participate in such a unique opportunity and an awesome project helping others.  It has also given me a better perspective of how business is crucial to keeping a company alive and its importance in different industries.  I really enjoyed my Nica experience and am grateful for the opportunity!