A native of Voorhees, New Jersey, Holden Greenblatt graduated from the University of Delaware’s Alfred Lerner College of Business and Economics as an economics major with a minor in professional selling and sales management.
Greenblatt was nominated for this series by UD Assistant Professor of Management Saleem Mistry.
Mistry said, “Holden was a fantastic student in my BUAD309 class in 2022. He exemplifies the power of a growth mindset, which drives his perseverance, concentration, and commitment. An illustrative example of this occurred during the first exam when he fell short of his target score. Rather than becoming disheartened, he adjusted his study methods, leading to a perfect score on the subsequent exam. This same determination was evident during the business simulation activity. Despite a rough start, Holden and his team embraced feedback as a chance for improvement, ultimately exceeding their initial performance. What also makes Holden unique is his friendly demeanor while experiencing adversity and setbacks.”
In this profile Greenblatt shares his favorite UD memories, challenges he faced during his four years, and his future plans.
Lerner: How do you think you have changed from your first semester at UD to now?
Greenblatt: Stepping onto the college campus for the first time, I was a shy and timid student who did not know many of my peers. I have spent the last handful of years building my confidence to the point where I don’t shy away from social interactions.
Lerner: What have been some of the challenges you have faced during your college experience and how did you overcome them?
Greenblatt: The economics major has one of the most difficult core course loads in the Lerner College of Business, and I had to take these classes with all students who were a year or two older than me. Many nights were spent studying on the third floor of the library or attending study sessions, and while it was grueling at the time, these challenges sharpened my problem solving skills greatly.
Lerner: What was your favorite signature UD experience and why?
Greenblatt: My favorite UD experience has been founding and running an RSO (Spikeball Club at UD) for the past three years. We began with a mere six members, and now we have over 500 students in the organization.
Lerner: Did you have a Lerner professor or staff member that had a big impact on your UD experience?
Greenblatt: Professor John Scott of the sales minor has had a profound impact on my UD experience because he leads his class by example and forces student step outside of their comfort zone.
Lerner: What does being a “Lifelong Lerner” mean to you?
Greenblatt: A “Lifelong Lerner” is someone whose quest for knowledge does not stop when they cross the graduation stage. Instead, they constantly look for ways to improve not only their human capital, but they also find ways to give back to the community that helped mold them.
Lerner: What advice would you give to incoming freshmen to make the most out of their college experience?
Greenblatt: To the incoming freshman, do not be afraid to raise your hand and ask a question in class. Chances are, at least one other student has the same question. You will save yourself hundreds of hours by having the confidence to admit when you are confused.
Lerner: What are your plans following graduation?
Greenblatt: Following graduation, I plan to enter the real estate industry, where I will be able to aptly apply the knowledge gained from both my major (Economics B.S.) and my minor (Professional Selling and Sales Management).