Random Walks - Hawaii Couples

Overview

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Itinerary Description

Oʻahu, nicknamed the “gathering place,” will deliver everything you expect of Hawaii. The locals are welcoming and take pride in sharing their multicultural heritage with guests. This trip is designed for those wanting to be active outdoors but also offers time to relax at the beach. You will have time to snorkel, ATV and even learn to surf in this tropical paradise. 

Preliminary Itinerary*

Dates: Thursday 8/28 - Thursday 9/4/2025

View the Hawaii Couples itinerary via WorldStrides.

*Activities and hotel selections subject to change.

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KEY DATES

February 7
Random Walks Fair

February 11

Online registration for all Admits

February 14
All trip registrations suspended

May 5
Waitlist registration begins

May 19
Trip notifications

June 3
Final payment due

June 9
Waitlist placements begin

June 30
Waitlist registration deadline

August 28-Sept 2
Trips depart

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Trip Leaders

David Oropeza

E-mail: doropeza@chicagobooth.edu

Hometown: Huaraz, Perú

Undergrad College: University of Pacific

Undergrad Major: Economy

Work Experience: Head of Fixed Income @AFP Habitat

Booth Clubs: Japan Club, Investment Management Club, First Generation Club

2024 Random Walk (if any): Yes, South Korea! On this trip, I met some of my best friends from the MBA.

Hobbies: I enjoy adventure: trekking in the mountains to discover incredible landscapes, diving into action-packed worlds through video games, and exploring captivating stories through reading. I also enjoy running to clear my mind and practicing archery, where focus and precision make all the difference.

Fun Facts: Run away from school when I was 6. Played the same videogame for 10 years without improving at all.

Yajayra Marcos

E-mail: yajayra.marcos.ym@gmail.com

Hometown: Ica, Perú

Undergrad College: University of Pacific

Undergrad Major: Marketing

Work Experience: Trade Marketing Analyst @Arca Continental (Coca-Cola Bottler)

Booth Clubs: Japan Club (Partner), Booth Run Bike Swim Club (Partner)

Hobbies: I love nature, which is why I enjoy mountain trekking,exploring lagoons and snowy peaks (I even hiked up to one in Peru!), and swimming to feel free. Traveling and discovering new cultures is my favorite way to learn and have fun, while outdoor yoga is my zen moment.

Fun Facts: My favorite drink is the Peruvian pisco sour, so when I moved to Chicago, I had no choice but to learn how to make it. Now I make it so well that I dare say it’s better than the best bars back home. Cheers!

Arindam Som

E-mail: asom@chicagobooth.edu

Hometown: Delhi, India

Undergrad College: University of Delhi

Undergrad Major: Management Studies

Work Experience: Private Equity, Credit Research

Booth Clubs: Private Equity Group, Investment Management Group, South Asia Business Group

2024 Random Walk (if any): None :’(

Hobbies: Swimming, Painting, Travelling, Writing, History, Aviation Geek. I love cooking, but can only eat enjoy what I cook ~50% of the time.

Fun Facts: I have been featured on every single form of popular media - radio, print, television and internet. I am a foodie who lost 30kgs recently and at times regrets it (Carbs>Abs, now I have neither). I watch air crash investigations to ‘Decompress’.

Sanjana Saxena

E-mail: ssaxena@chicagobooth.edu

Hometown: Delhi, India

Undergrad College: University of Delhi

Undergrad Major: Business Studies

Work Experience: Head of Transformation @ JP Morgan Chase’ specialized business unit

Booth Clubs: Management Consulting Group, South Asia Business Group

2024 Random Walk (if any): None! That is exactly why I am leading this one

Hobbies: I enjoy dancing, but can barely follow choreography. I love weight-lifting and enjoy my chest days the most. I love seafood, hiking & yoga

Fun Facts: I can dance for hours but not get tired. I won a chilly eating competition in school but can’t eat spicy food anymore. I enjoy whiskeys, mostly single malts. Plus, my family lives across three continents!