Name: Frank Bergin
Class Year: 1991
Title: President
Organization Name: Jovial Foods, Inc
1. In one sentence, what does your job entail?
I oversee all aspects of an all-organic, premium, better-for-you Italian food company.
2. What planned and unplanned events connected you to your industry and your first employer after Holy Cross? How did you learn/decide it was a good fit for you?
I became a Naval Officer after graduating from Holy Cross. That leadership training along with the liberal arts education led me to choose a marketing / general management path after I left the Navy.
3. What were you involved in when you were on campus?
NROTC, Intramurals, campus ministry.
4. What was your major and how did it affect your career decisions?
History/Pre-Med – being able to analyze and clearly and compellingly communicate patterns and insights gleaned from history has unquestionably made me a stronger marketer and leader.
5. What are one or two skills that you developed at Holy Cross that you use in your work?
Critical thinking and writing.
6. What advice do you have for students on campus today?In my experience, it is the exception and not the rule that a student’s major coming out of Holy Cross dictates in what field they will have success in the future. Soak up as many diverse opportunities to learn and get involved during your time at Holy Cross and stress less about having the perfect resume.
Also, there are so many Crusaders out in the world who are ready to help you. Make it a priority to get good at networking while in school – it is a skill that will serve you well for many moons to come.