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7 Reasons Why You Should Consider a Career In Finance

by Lena Melentijevic

Finance can seem intimidating, especially if you think you’re not good at math or that it sounds like a foreign language. But let’s simplify it: you’re already engaging with finance every day without even realizing it.

Think about when a friend asks to borrow money—you’re assessing their risk. Or when you’re shopping and trying to get the best deal, you’re negotiating prices. Even things like buying auto insurance, figuring out inflation, or deciding how much to charge for babysitting involve financial thinking. And yes, even watching Shark Tank and wondering if you’d make a good pitch is a finance-related activity.

You’re savvier than you think! Programs like those offered by the Forté Foundation are dedicated to making this field more approachable and exciting, particularly for college students who may have not considered finance a viable career path.

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Impact Stories

A Passion for Philanthropy Is a Family Trait

by Meredith Hunt

Neethi Johnson, Vice President of Digital Partnerships and Strategy at JPMorgan Chase, has worked hard to get where she is, but she isn’t content to just relax and enjoy the rewards of professional success. She wants to make sure others have…

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Women in Leadership Profiles

How Emmy Pino’s Career Pivots Led to Becoming PepsiCo Foods Canada’s CFO

Emmy Pino has been at PepsiCo for 21 years, a successful trajectory she credits to raising her hand for opportunities, stepping out of her comfort zone, and leading her teams with full transparency. Her latest pivot: a move from Texas to…

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Forté Events

Know Before You Go – College Fast Track to Finance Conference 2024 Attendee Guide

Forté is excited to help you build your wheelhouse to navigate the professional world! The Spring 2024 Forté College Fast Track to Finance Conference is a great opportunity to explore the world of finance and gain skills to launch your first…

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College Success

Internship Insider: A Look into the Day-to-Day of JPMorgan Chase & Co. Intern, Pallavi Goculdas

As an undergraduate seeking internship opportunities, it can be valuable to hear from those who have already navigated the process successfully. In this post, we hear from Case Western Reserve University student and JPMorgan Chase & Co. intern, Pallavi Goculdas, who…

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Forté Events

Prepare for Fall 2023 Forté College Fast Track to Finance Conference

Forté is excited to help you build your wheelhouse to navigate the professional world! The fall 2023 Forté College Fast Track to Finance is a great opportunity to explore the world of finance and gain skills to launch your first job…

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