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Ron Gilbert Indianapolis
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In celebration of our 2025 BT Rise interns
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I Am
Seve Sinden
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Taylor Hunter Indianapolis
Older sister to rock star brothers (twins) and blessed to have amazing parents A proud dog mom Spiritual and attend Traders Point Christian Church in downtown Indy Slightly obsessed with Top Chef, crime documentaries, and the podcast Criminal Embarrassed to admit I order ClusterTruck more than I cook Spontaneous when it comes to traveling and spur-of-the-moment adventures Happiest when I am in warm weather and outside An avid supporter of equality for all A glass half full type A born and raised Hoosier
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Julie Veldman Harris
Julie Veldman Harris Columbus
A mom to Gabe (3) and Elaina (6 months) A wife to Mike, who I married about a year after meeting (online) – when you know, you know! An avid Notre Dame fan A Barnes & Thornburg lifer. I started as a summer associate and have worked in three offices, and truly love them all. A horseback rider and competitor A firm believer that “love is love” Extremely close to my (large and loud) family Excited to attend any sporting event A devoted friend. I had 12 bridesmaids who are all still my best friends, and I would have a few more to add if I were getting married today! Happiest when I am with my kids (and on a beach, if we are getting specific)
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Alida Baldazo Chicago
Half Dutch and half Mexican, and I always thought that was a unique combo Named after my Dutch great-great-aunt; nobody pronounces my name correctly, but I’m never offended by it Occasionally a stand-in for my husband’s social media projects at work and was on a billboard once An animal lover and self-proclaimed “cat lady”. I also have the sweetest pit bull ever. A major control freak and have to remind myself to “let it go” frequently All about camping, fishing and hiking and I go on annual kayak trips at Turkey Run Married to someone four inches shorter than me – without heels on A band geek at heart; I played clarinet for seven years, piano for a couple and now handbells in my church choir An avid concert-goer – I go to about 20 concerts a year A person with MAJOR anxiety. Agreeing to be featured here made me dizzy and my throat close up.
Brittny Sorrells Dallas
Taylor Hunter Dallas
Julie Veldman Harris Dallas
Ashtyn McKenna Jackson Greensboro, NC
Angela B. Freeman
Audrey Gariepy-Bogui
Roscoe Howard
Monica Hampton
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Angela B. Freeman Indianapolis
A passionate public relations student at Indiana University An avid reader who finds inspiration in fiction narratives Happiest when outdoors, whether hiking, rock climbing, or being in the ocean A former Division 1 Rower who is outspoken about equality within all sports An active member of my Jewish community Competitive, from card games to participating in IU's Little 500 A curious person who enjoys trying new hobbies such as crocheting, bouldering, and jewelry-making An advocate for survivors, volunteering with Bloomington organizations that support victims of domestic and sexual violence A lover of all animals, but especially my cat, Ranger A Hebrew teacher dedicated to inclusive education, especially for students in special education
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Jane Steel Indianapolis, IN
A marketing major A student at Butler University A big fan of lake days Someone who loves to travel A classic rock lover The youngest of three A downhill skier Someone who loves to cook A golf enthusiast A musician
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Nolan Stiffler Indianapolis, IN
An adventurous kayaker who has paddled the Ocoee, Mulberry Fork, and Locust Fork, and has even competed in races A passionate basketball player who participates in intramurals and has played the game my whole life An avid hiker who finds peace in the outdoors and has explored Yellowstone National Park, climbed Montserrat in Spain, and tackled trails and mountains at the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs A dedicated student at the University of Alabama A curious cook who enjoys experimenting with new recipes An active person who values staying fit and healthy A lifelong learner, always pursuing new skills from juggling to earning new certifications An enthusiastic member of the Crimson Tide community, involved in clubs and extracurriculars like the Alabama Kayak Club, the Outdoor Adventure Club, and my fraternity A brother of two Academy graduates, one from the Air Force and the other from West Point A goal-oriented individual who takes pride in balancing academics, hobbies, and personal relationships
Roscoe Howard Washington, D.C.
Owen Berglund Indianapolis, IN
A student at Indiana University studying informatics with a focus on AI From Carmel, Indiana, and proud to call the Hoosier state home Spending my summer interning in the IT Department here at the firm Passionate about making AI approachable and impactful in real-world settings Someone who enjoys learning through hands-on experience and collaboration A big fan of country music and love going to concerts Happiest when I’m playing sports like basketball or hitting the golf course Motivated by challenges that help me grow both personally and professionally Someone who values mentorship and the opportunity to learn from others Grateful to be part of a firm this summer
A recent graduate from Ball State University Recently engaged and planning to be married on October 4 A big professional tennis fan—Serena Williams is my all-time favorite player An ex-collegiate athlete A nature photographer in my free time An avid lover of cruises. I have been on six cruises, five with Royal Caribbean and one with Carnival. I am not biased at all! In the Indiana State Records book for deer hunting A huge fan of fishing. I have caught a 43-inch-long fish. A nerd who loves the Marvel Cinematic Universe, but if you ask me, I will deny any knowledge of it Loving my short time at B&T and am hoping to come back in the future
Jordan Ashton Indianapolis, IN
An avid motorsports fan, especially IndyCar and F1 A law and public policy major, with a minor in political science A lover of history and international relations Old school music lover, especially the ‘70s and ‘80s A travel enthusiast who took a semester abroad in Florence, Italy, this past year An advocate for breast cancer awareness and education A retired athlete who loves Pilates and running An aspiring attorney Originally from Indiana, but have also lived much of my young life in Georgia and Virginia Someone who thinks being by the ocean can cure all
Sydney Cooper Indianapolis, IN
A recent college graduate from Ball State University. Go Cards! Serving as the student trustee on the Ball State Board of Trustees, as appointed by Governor Holcomb in 2023 An aspiring human resources and talent acquisition professional A fourth-generation farmer in Northwest Indiana The youngest of three girls and an aunt to the sweetest baby boy A lifelong Disney lover. My sisters and I are true Disney adults. Someone who loves watching and playing sports, especially pickleball and basketball An avid concertgoer. My favorite concerts have been Luke Bryan, Jake Owen, and Brandon Lake. Someone who loves movies, especially rom-coms and action Having the best summer here at Barnes & Thornburg
Hope Churchill Indianapolis, IN
An avid golfer Interested in attending law school Someone who likes to enjoy the lake A Pacers and Colts fan The youngest of two brothers A rising junior at Indiana University-Bloomington A car enthusiast A listener of country music An Indiana football and basketball fan Not a beach person
Nick Menne Indianapolis, IN
From Carmel, Indiana A former D1 athlete An avid gym-goer A movie connoisseur A book enthusiast The youngest of four Happiest with family and friends In love with technology An outdoor guy—hiking, fishing, hunting German and can speak it well
Landon Berger Indianapolis, IN
Proudly from the small town of Lizton, Indiana Grounded in my faith in the Catholic church An aspiring intern in the Information Security Department Someone who finds peace in hiking local trails—being in nature helps me reflect and refocus on my goals Driven by a future where my work creates space for others to grow, contribute, and have their efforts recognized A proud scholar at Purdue University, currently studying cybersecurity and network engineering A lifelong learner, inspired by my parents who always show me there's more to learn in life, no matter what stage A work in progress, still learning and unlearning, but always moving forward with intention and heart Resilient in the face of setbacks and view failure as a learning opportunity Driven by purpose and align my work with meaningful goals
Steve Sinden Indianapolis, IN
A person who loves outdoor activities and going to the beach A live music fan of all kinds, but mostly rock and house music Family-oriented and like to visit family members in Ohio and Spain An avid sports fan, including soccer, football and basketball Someone who enjoys unwinding by cooking and listening to music
Carlos Pozuelo Chicago
Afro-Latina A Miamian (from Miami, FL) An adventure-seeker A foodie An aerialist
Michelle Rosario Washington, D.C.
Born and raised in Indiana Forever a Ball State Cardinal A person with a disability A huge Taylor Swift fan An animal-lover. I have two cats.
Lizzie Ford Indianapolis
A dog mom – while technically a pit mix, Buddy can be considered my child Always on the hunt for a new binge-worthy show A DIY house project nut Someone who loves trying new activities (songwriting, woodworking, etc.) Learning how to cook (work in progress)
Lauren Hicks Indianapolis
A globetrotter at heart who has explored 26 countries – I’m always seeking new horizons and diverse cultural experiences A passionate cook and host of themed dinners, turning meals into unforgettable celebrations A SoCal beach lover with a Pakistani heritage, blending cultures and embracing the best of both worlds An identical twin sister A sewing enthusiast, crafting ideas into stitched creations
Yusra Siddique Washington, D.C.
