The Finance Development Society

Good morning, FDS! As we wrap up Women’s History Month, we are so excited to announce that this upcoming Monday we will be hosting our first Women in Finance Panel! We are honored to welcome five unique, inspirational women representing various fields of finance. This is an all inclusive event, and we welcome everyone to come hear the insights these incredible women have to offer. We can’t wait for this special event, and hope to see everyone there!

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for the Citizens Underwriting Bootcamp Monday! We had the privilege of hearing an insightful presentation from Thierno Barry and Vishnu Balaji who shared their expertise and valuable advice on the intricacies of lending to billion-dollar companies. Members then had the opportunity to step into the shoes of an underwriting and portfolio management analyst! They conducted due diligence on GE, Boeing, Caterpillar, and 3M and determined whether or not these companies should do business with Citizens. They gained skills in: - Financial analysis & risk assessment - Presentation & critical thinking skills - Team collaboration and problem solving We’re incredibly grateful to Thierno Barry and Vishnu Balaji for collaborating with us on this event—it was an engaging and enriching experience for all!

We are so excited to announce we will be hosting Thierno Barry and Vishnu Balaji from Citizens this upcoming Monday! Join us in Room 1242 for a hands-on presentation and collaborative activity with these amazing representatives. Members will also have the opportunity to discuss the background of corperate banking, creditworthiness, risk management, and much more! We are so excited for this event and can’t wait to see everyone on Monday!

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!