Philosophy Alumni @ Work

 

The Department of Philosophy, with the Internship and Career Coordinator for Humanities Students Christine Lasek-White, is thrilled to announce an Alumni Panel and Networking Mixer on Thursday, March 26th, at 3 p.m. in Peabody Hall room 115. We hope that you will join us for discussion and delicious food as our guests speak about the ways that their UGA Philosophy degree has helped shape their careers. If you've ever wondered what kinds of pathways are available for you after graduation, this event is for you!

 

A networking mixer with refreshments will take place directly after the panel in the Peabody Lobby, at 4 p.m. If you are unable to make it to the panel, please still feel free to come for the mixer and refreshments. These events are open to all Philosophy majors and minors and are made possible by the Parents Leadership Council and the Willson Center. We look forward to seeing you there!

 

 

John Cates V - John is the President of Meybohm Real Estate, one of the largest real estate development, management and brokerage companies in the Southeast. Prior to this role, John served as Chief Operating Officer and General Counsel of Meybohm. John began his career practicing as an attorney at two international law firms in Atlanta. John holds a law license and real estate license in the state of Georgia, as well as a bachelor’s degree in Philosophy, an MBA with a dual concentration in Finance and Operations, and a JD, all with honors from the University of Georgia.  John currently lives in Augusta with his wife, Susie, their two boys and serves as Chairman of the Board of Apparo Academy, as well as on the boards of the Alliance for Fort Gordon, The Community Foundation for the CSRA, The University of Georgia School of Law Association, Augusta Tomorrow, Episcopal Day School, The Church of the Good Shepherd, Historic Augusta, and is a member of The Augusta Exchange Club.

 

Annick Laurelle Maisonneuve - A proud graduate of the University of Georgia (Class of 2021), I earned a double major in Genetics and Philosophy with plans to attend law school. As graduation approached, I decided to explore other career paths before committing and pivoted after connecting with SageNet, a Digital Experience, Connectivity, and Satellite company partnering with major brands to deploy innovative solutions. Since then, I’ve grown through three roles: managing national accounts, transforming and scaling our CSM team (including launching our internship program), and now serving as Manager of Sales Operations focused on business transformation through process and system evolution. Excited to connect! Go Dawgs!

 

Liz Quilliams – Elizabeth Quilliams is a fundraising and technology professional passionate about helping mission-driven organizations grow their impact. A University of Georgia graduate, she began her career in nonprofit development, honing skills in donor relations, campaign strategy, and engagement. Today, she works at the intersection of fundraising and technology, empowering organizations to leverage smarter tools to deepen connections and drive results. Elizabeth brings a mix of strategic insight, hands-on experience, and a commitment to meaningful work that inspires generosity and strengthens communities.

 

Rory Weeks - Rory Weeks focuses his practice on complex legal issues and on appeals. For this reason, Rory handles cases in many practice areas in state and federal courts across the country. Whether behind the scenes or front and center, Rory’s goal is always the same: to help his clients prevail. Rory earned three degrees at the University of Georgia: a bachelor’s and master’s degree in philosophy as well as a law degree. Since 2020, Rory has been honored as a Georgia Rising Star by Super Lawyers, an honor reserved for only 2.5% of Georgia lawyers. Rory lives in Johns Creek with his wife and their two children.

 

Josh Williams – A proud first-generation Double Dawg, Josh Williams holds a master's degree in communication studies and undergraduate degrees in philosophy, women's and gender studies, and comparative literature from the University of Georgia. He currently serves as an assistant director in UGA's Office of Undergraduate Admissions, where he oversees application review processes and leads recruitment outreach efforts in South Metro Atlanta and several neighboring states across the Southeast. As a college-readiness advocate, Josh continually meshes philosophy with an interdisciplinary approach to community engagement. Josh is now pairing his passion for philosophy and education through his doctoral work in Educational Theory and Practice, examining the power of poststructuralist pedagogies in higher education.