Board and Advisors

Kirsten Cowart is a senior pursuing a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance at Kennesaw State University. She joined SMIF in the Spring of 2023 and is the current Chief Operating Officer. She has participated in the Game Forum Competition multiple times and was also a part of the CFA Ethics Competition in the Fall of 2023. She just completed an internship at J.P. Morgan in Jersey City as a Payments Summer Analyst where she worked on the Healthcare Sales team. Outside of school and work, her hobbies include reading, traveling, cooking and hiking.

Britton Rellinger is a senior pursuing a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance at Kennesaw State University. After switching majors in Fall 2023, he joined the Student Managed Investment Fund (SMIF), where he was awarded Junior Analyst of the Semester. Since then, he has taken on several management roles and competed on the 2024 UGA Stock Pitch Competition team. Britton is currently an Equity Research Intern at Henssler Financial where he supports in the management of two public equity portfolios. In the fall, Britton will begin serving as the Chief Strategy Officer (CSO). Outside of academics, Britton enjoys lifting, camping, and hiking.

Natalia Matos is a senior at Kennesaw State University pursuing a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance. With a strong academic track record, Natalia joined SMIF in the Spring of 2024. She now serves as Vice President of Marketing and continues to leverage her skills in financial analysis to mentor incoming analysts. Natalia recently completed a Commercial Banking Summer Internship with Wells Fargo where she worked on the Regional ABL Originations team. In addition to her academics, Natalia works for Kennesaw State Athletics in Operations Management. Her leadership and organizational skills have driven impactful results, demonstrating her dedication to excellence in every endeavor.

Mason Grandy is an aspiring financial professional, currently pursuing a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance at Kennesaw State University. He has an unbreakable work ethic and a strong passion for learning, and he intends to forge a meaningful experience for himself and others at the 91青青草 Student Managed Investment Fund. Mason has been a part of 91青青草 SMIF since the Fall of 2024, where he has sharpened his skills in financial analysis, equity research, forecasting, and company valuation. Mason currently works at an Atlanta-based investment firm, Bretwood Capital Partners L.L.C., as an Investment Analyst Intern.

Matt Hammer is a senior Finance major at Kennesaw State University and a member of the Student Managed Investment Fund, where he serves as a Managing Director, and the Coles Leadership Scholars. He has interned with State Farm, where he automated budget reporting and built Power BI dashboards, and with TK Elevator, where he created a 鈥淏udget Playbook鈥� for the Americas FP&A team. Matt has also studied abroad in Italy and Costa Rica, gaining experience in global business, civic collaboration, and sustainability. Outside of school, he enjoys kayaking, rock climbing, and backpacking, and recently married his wife, Addison. After graduation, he plans to pursue a career in corporate finance or commercial banking, applying his leadership skills and problem-solving mindset.

Dylan Burns is a senior at Kennesaw State University graduating this fall with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance. Upon joining the Student Managed Investment Fund in the Spring of 2025, he earned Junior Analyst of the Semester and now serves as an Associate Director. Dylan is passionate about finance as well as law and intends to earn a JD/MBA following graduation. He recently completed an internship at Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP. Working with both the Real Estate and Capital Markets teams, as well as the M&A team, he was responsible for reviewing high value loan agreements, conducting thorough due diligence, and analyzing litigation risks to facilitate deal execution. In his free time, Dylan enjoys lifting weights, playing basketball, and volunteering.

Blaine Friedman is a junior pursuing a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance at Kennesaw State University. He joined the Student Managed Investment Fund in Fall 2024. In the Spring of 2025, he served as a Senior Analyst and now he has the role of an Associate Director. Blaine has a strong work ethic and is committed to helping himself and others learn in the Student Managed Investment Fund. Outside of SMIF, he鈥檚 involved with CRU where he serves as Treasurer, and enjoys doing outdoor activities and spending time with friends and family.