Article by Kora Marvin, Class of 2029
Adams State University School of Business alumni Jayme (Malouff) ’18, ’20 and Tanner ’19 Martin exemplify the rewards of hard work and commitment to education. Jayme continued at Adams State, earning her M.B.A. in 2020. From Adams State, Tanner went to Arizona State University’s Sandra Day O’Connor School of Law, completing his law degree in 2022. Both remain involved in Adams State athletics, events, and other community activities.
The couple, married in 2019, are expecting their first child in October. They credit Adams State for their growth and success. Tanner ran for Adams State’s track and cross country teams (coached by his father, Damon Martin), which he said taught him “patience, persistence, hard work, and commitment.” He added, “In the business department, I learned to think outside the box and see so many more opportunities in this world. I wouldn’t have my current career without my time as a member of ASU’s business department.”
Jayme agreed. “The Adams State School of Business faculty provided a solid academic foundation and real-world insights that I still rely on today. Most importantly, Adams State taught me the value of hard work, community, and staying true to my roots—lessons that continue to guide me in my career.”
After law school, Martin completed an internship with USA Triathlon, the Olympic/Paralympic governing body in Colorado Springs. This led to a full-time position with the entity in event management, and he was promoted within a year to the Partnerships and Brand Management division. In 2024, he joined Kroenke Sports and Entertainment in Denver as account and sales manager for Partnerships, Marketing, and Media Sales. He now works with such major sports teams as the Colorado Rapids, the Denver Nuggets, and the Colorado Avalanche. He is a member of the Alumni Advisory Board at Arizona State University.
Jayme also worked with USA Triathlon, in the accounting department. In 2023 she became senior accountant with Junior Achievement USA of Colorado Springs. The non-profit provides young people with the knowledge and skills they need to own their economic success and plan for their future in more than 100 countries. She also previously worked in USA Triathlon’s accounting department, Adams State’s Business Office, and Farm Fresh.
She said, “I chose to attend Adams State for several heartfelt reasons… but what really sealed it for me was the opportunity to study agricultural business under Dr. Zena Buser. Her leadership and the strength of the program made me confident I was in the right place to grow both academically and personally.”
