Supporters of the Diversity in Fund Finance initiative gathered in New York to present to Baruch College’s Financial Leadership Program (FLP) for the second year in a row.
The FLP is dedicated to the professional development and advancement of high-potential juniors interested in careers in finance. The program's mission is to increase recruiting for Baruch's diverse and talented students into top financial analyst programs across industries. After the FFA received phenomenal feedback last year that we were the "greatest presentation of the semester,"’ we were invited to present to the newest class of students.
FFA members presented to 25 students in the program, providing a high-level overview of the Fund Finance market with a networking session afterwards. Students who are interested in learning more about analyst programs were encouraged to submit their resumes, which we will collate to distribute to member banks.
Diversity in Fund Finance is hosting a second presentation on October 23 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Lloyds Bank. Fund Finance Diversified, as it is called, is being marketed to several NYC-area schools with diverse student populations, with a goal to educate students about the Fund Finance market, possible career paths, and advice for success in summer programs. FFA members will provide a presentation on the nuts and bolts of fund finance, followed by an open networking session with light refreshments. From this event, students will be able to be considered for a shadowing opportunity with bankers or lawyers who are able to participate.
If you are interested in learning more about Diversity in Fund Finance or would be willing to provide a shadowing opportunity for students, please reach out to Natasha Puri at Lloyds Bank.