The Women’s Finance Association (WFA) is UConn’s first student-run organization that cultivates female leadership and unparalleled success in the financial industry. WFA is overseen by an Advisory Board which consists of professionals across diversified segments of finance. WFA’s programming incorporates an intensive educational curriculum, exclusive networking opportunities, and corporate presentations to equip high-achieving students with technical skills and resources. Members will have extensive opportunities to directly apply key concepts and skills through highly interactive events and experiential learning. The mission of WFA is to foster a comprehensive understanding of financial concepts and related segments to elevate the role of women in finance.
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Opportunity Fund:
We are incredibly excited to share with all of you our expected creation of the WFA Opportunity Fund, which will serve as a pathway for members to gain skills and experience that complement the Student Managed Fund (SMF). This is an exciting development, offering a unique experiential learning opportunity in a supportive environment. It is our intent that participation in this fund management program will be made available to our members in all classes.
Speaker Series
Speaker Series will consist of corporate presentations across various segments of finance to provide candid insight into the financial industry. Speakers will include WFA’s distinguished alumni board as well as inter-organizational collaborations. Speakers will represent industries including, but not limited to:
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- Investment Banking
- Private Equity
- Venture Capital
- Asset Management
- Sales & Trading
- Consulting
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Meetings: Mondays biweekly from 7:00 PM-8:00 PM.
Opportunity Fund Meetings: Fridays weekly
Missed us this week? Contact: uconnwfa@gmail.com
Dues: None
Our Alumni Board includes representatives from:
ING
Morgan Stanley
Citi
Deutsche Bank
CT Innovations
Ares Management
Executive Board
President - Briana Dastoli
Vice President - Julianna Cushner
Treasurer - Maya Fox
Chief Marketing Officer- Preet Kumar
Chief Diversity Officer - Sofia Cangialosi