Aggies in Business (AiB)
Aggies in Business (AiB) is a real-world, student-led consulting organization that partners with startups and entrepreneurs to fuel their growth. Together with the McFerrin Center, AiB is expanding the Aggie footprint in the startup community.
By employing a team of graduate and undergraduate students from across the Texas A&M campus, AiB provides consulting services to companies seeking support with business strategy, marketing, data analytics, financial modeling, and more. In addition, AiB supports the Aggie Angel Network (AAN) by performing company screening and coordinating with both angel investors and companies on due diligence activities.
AiB Consultants have a wide variety of professional experience and expertise. Their backgrounds allow them explore your needs as a business owner and develop a custom solution to help achieve your specific company goals.
Working With AiB
AiB is available to perform a variety of consulting activities on a fee-for-service basis. They work collaboratively with prospective clients to understand their goals and to develop a proposal that defines the scope of the project, specific deliverables, and an estimated timeline for completion. In addition, each proposal will define an estimated cost for the project, which is determined using a flat, per-hour fee and an estimate of the total number of hours required from consultants.
While there is a cost associated with hiring AiB, our rates are highly competitive with other external consulting organizations. AiB, however, provides a unique way for companies to tap into the top student talent on the Texas A&M campus and the benefit of having consultants that can access comprehensive industry databases and other resources available through Texas A&M.
Connect with AiB
MEET THE AiB VENTURE LEADERSHIP
Garett Weber
DIRECTOR
Garett is a full-time MBA candidate at Texas A&M University. Before starting his MBA, he worked as a commercial banking associate at International Bank of Commerce in Oklahoma City. During his time on the commercial banking team, he worked as an analyst before moving into an associate role. As an associate he managed a portfolio of existing credits and worked diligently to serve his customers. Commercial banking allowed him to gain valuable skills and insights on how to manage and evaluate risk. Garett received his bachelor’s in finance from The University of Central Oklahoma. In his free time, he enjoys traveling, spending time with family and being a part of the community.
Wyatt Stinebaugh
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
Wyatt is a first-year MBA student in the Mays Full-Time MBA program on the finance and entrepreneurship track. He has a rich professional background, ranging from founding a technology startup to working as a manager in the horse racing industry, with a professional interest in business strategy, entrepreneurship, finance and innovation. Wyatt is a second-time aggie, having earned his bachelor's degree in conservation biology and genetics. Outside of work he is active in the Quarter Horse industry, racing and breeding horses and is also an avid outdoorsman who loves hiking, fishing and trail riding.
MEET THE AiB CONSULTING LEADERSHIP
Amani Chaar
director
Amani is a full-time MBA candidate at Texas A&M University specializing in finance. She received her bachelor's in economics with a minor in philosophy from UNLV and had the privilege of conducting a master’s thesis on renewable portfolio standards and energy deregulation which was later published in the Spectra Undergraduate Research Journal. Upon graduation, Amani entered the mortgage industry and excelled as a licensed loan officer for more than three years. After mastering the components of the mortgage process, the highlight of her job became her genuine passion for helping clients achieve their dream of homeownership. In her free time, Amani enjoys spending time with her family and friends, cooking and watching movies.
Blaine Halamuda
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
Blaine is a full-time MBA candidate at Texas A&M University. Before starting his MBA, he worked as an operations manager in training at Vulcan Materials in Fort Worth, Texas. During this role, he spent most of his time leading a diverse staff, improving operational efficiency and building upon his leadership skills. Prior to his role in operations, Blaine attended Texas A&M University for his undergraduate degree in systems management. In his free time, he enjoys traveling, film photography, hanging out with friends and trying new foods.
Hala Chtay
Talent development manager
Hala Chtay is a full-time MBA candidate at Texas A&M University. After graduating with a Bachelor of Science in biomedical sciences in 2018 from Texas A&M, she worked in the ophthalmic clinical setting with a focus on retinal diseases, where she worked her way up to managing a team of technicians. With the onset of the pandemic, she pivoted into education, where she excelled in improving student performance and conducting professional development workshops for educators of all experience levels. Outside the workspace, Hala enjoys CrossFit, baking and hosting events for friends and families.
Raluca Narita
TALENT DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
Raluca Narita is an M.D./MBA candidate at Texas A&M University with a passion for medicine and healthcare. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science in biology and healthcare management in 2023 from the University of Texas at Dallas, where she volunteered as an emergency medical technician (EMT) on campus. While earning her undergraduate degree, she worked as a peer leader for organic chemistry and taught a freshman seminar class for incoming students. In her free time, Raluca enjoys writing and spending time with friends and family.