It was our great pleasure to partner with the University of Chicago Career Advancement Office to host a cocktail reception for 30+ outstanding sophomores in NYC on Sept 16, 2025.
Ten ALFA mentors shared their inspiring career experiences and invaluable insights, helping students gain a deeper understanding of how to navigate and succeed in the financial services industry. The ALFA mentors represented a wide range of key business lines, including sales & trading, investment banking, risk management, technology development, private equity, entrepreneurship, and asset management.
Christina Gao, CFA, CPA, VP, Morgan Stanley
Mei Gao, Partner, IDG Capital, Board Member at CFA Institute
Leonardo Gazal, MD Jefferies
Ting Ke, MD, Goldman Sachs
Tom Plestis, VP, Morgan Stanley
Alec Wang, President, Brenance, UChicago Graham Council, UChicago Alumni Board
Michelle Yang, Ph.D. Associate MD, Moody’s Ratings
Rachel Zhang, MD, Jefferies
Kevin Zhao CFA, MD, Advent Capital Management, LLC
ALFA mentors were impressed by the students’ genuine interest in the financial services industry. We look forward to continuing our joint effort with the University of Chicago to support students in navigating their career development.
