The Finance Development Society

We had a great turnout last night at our Bank of America event! We had amazing speakers, an attentive audience, and an interactive networking session after! Panelists shared the complexity of their roles, how they got to where they are, and the culture at BofA. Thank you so much to Jean-Marie Menga, Serenity Preston, Karl Antoine, Jessica O., and Maria Gabriele for representing Bank of America and leading an unforgettable panel for our members!

Special thanks to The Commercial Real Estate Group at GSU and our guests from Truist for last Tuesday’s event!

Join FDS and Bank of America representatives for panel discussion and networking reception! This is a great opportunity to connect with industry leaders, gain insights into the industry, and build meaningful relationships. Looking forward to an evening of insightful conversations and valuable connections. See you there!

Join the us for an exclusive conversation with Max Lewis from Barclays! Gain insights into the world of trading, structured products, and market strategies. Feel free to prepare a couple questions to ask, and get ready to network after the meeting. This is your chance to stay ahead of the curve and take your financial knowledge to the next level! Don’t miss out on this game-changing event.

Good morning FDS! We wanted to update you all that we have two events next week!! The first event we wanted to market was our joint event with The Commercial Real Estate Group (CREG). There will be Finance, Real Estate, Accounting, Sales, Risk Management, and Marketing professionals in attendance. There will be a short panel, then an open networking session. We will have more information about the Monday FDS event later today. Looking forward to seeing everyone next week!

Last night, the Finance Development Society put our knowledge to the test with an intense Quizizz showdown and a thrilling game of Jeopardy! From market trends to financial trivia, our members battled it out for bragging rights and ultimate victory. Beyond the competition, it was a night of learning, laughter, and building connections

?? Event Update: Recruiting Panel ?? Finance Game Night! We’re switching things up! Instead of our previously planned Recruiting Panel, the Finance Development Society (FDS) is hosting a Finance Game Night to bring members together for a fun, interactive way to sharpen their skills and connect with peers. ?? What to Expect: ? Engaging finance-related games & trivia ? Networking in a relaxed setting ? A chance to win prizes and test your finance knowledge! We believe this event aligns with our mission of building a collaborative, desk-ready community while making professional development more engaging. ?? Monday, February 17th 2025 | 7:00 - 8:00 PM ?? 55 Park Place Room 1118 ??Food Provided! We’d love to see you there!

Our Stock Pitch Competition was a blend of strategy, teamwork, and quick decision-making. Students were placed into random teams, meeting new people and learning to work together under tight time constraints. They rose to the challenge, creating thoughtful and creative pitches to present to a panel of expert judges. Shoutout to Michael Ndoye, Isabel Mejia, Landon Meyer, Grace Abioro, and Adrien Nguyen for their insights! Congratulations to Team Starbucks: Dev Gajjar, Nicholas Edwards, Collin Doan, Kassidy Moore, and Muhammad Qasim, for clinching the top spot with an impressive pitch! Beyond the competition, every participant walked away with valuable experience and new skills. Here’s just a taste of what they gained: - How to analyze a company on the fly - Communicating big ideas under pressure - The art of collaboration with new teammates - Presenting with confidence and clarity - Taking constructive feedback like a pro It was a fun, fast-paced, and rewarding experience for everyone involved. Looking forward to the next one—great job, all!

Join us this upcoming Monday for a special FDS Meeting! We will be having a Stock Pitch Competition with our members, with the winner reviving a special prize! This is your chance to: ?? Dive into financial analysis ?? Develop a winning investment thesis ?? Showcase your presentation skills ?? Network with fellow peers We can’t wait to see what everyone comes up with!

Grateful for an insightful session with Goldman Sachs! Ian Roth shared perspectives on private wealth and company culture, followed by a panel with Ian, Cherechi Amalaha, and Mario Rosales, who gave advice on excelling as an analyst. Attendees gained key takeaways on what Goldman looks for and had the opportunity to network and connect with peers. Thanks to all who joined!