Get Down to Business with Cole Tashjian ’25</h1> <article> <h1>Get Down to Business with Cole Tashjian ’25</h1> <p>lcurtis2 — Fri, 30 Aug 2024 18:28:57 +0000</p> <span>Get Down to Business with Cole Tashjian ’25</span> <span><span>lcurtis2</span></span> <span><time datetime="2024-08-30T14:28:57-04:00" title="Friday, August 30, 2024 - 14:28">Fri, 08/30/2024 - 14:28</time> </span> <div class="text-content field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"><p><strong>Describe what you’re doing this summer in your internship</strong></p> <figure class="captioned-image obj-left"> <figcaption>Photo courtesy of Cole Tashjian ’25</figcaption> </figure> <p>I was a fixed income trading intern at Invesco. A majority of what I learned was from shadowing fixed income, foreign exchange, and alternatives traders. However, my projects revolved around providing analytics and insights to the team. Throughout the course of the internship, I developed an in-house app using Python, SQL Server, and Streamlit for FX trade analysis reporting and re-architected a dashboard for the global capital markets team to track trade efficiency and revenue generation. </p> <p><strong>How did 91ֱ�� shape or influence you to pursue this internship? </strong></p> <p>The 91ֱ�� Finance Club was instrumental in solidifying my interest in finance. Surrounding myself with like minded peers meant I could continue learning outside of the classroom through the clubs weekly meetings. Academically, <a href="/node/417886">Professor M. Udara Peiris</a> has been an extremely valuable resource for me. His improvement of the financial economics curriculum and embracing of students' questions/thoughts has benefitted the school as a whole.</p> <p><strong>How does pursuing this internship align with your post-college life and career goals?</strong></p> <p>This past summer, I wanted a markets-based role. Invesco provided the opportunity to experience this with the backing and support of a great team. I have been able to leverage the experience into a full-time job offer I accepted as a Global Investment Banking Analyst at UBS in New York City upon graduation.</p> <p><strong>What business-related opportunities have you had at 91ֱ�� that you’ve found to be unique or helpful? </strong></p> <figure class="captioned-image obj-right"> <figcaption>Photo courtesy of Cole Tashjian ’25</figcaption> </figure> <p>Outside of the extracurriculars and coursework I have completed, the <a href="/node/54566">Ashby Business Scholars Program</a> was an important piece of my time at 91ֱ��. The program offered me the opportunity to go through intensive coursework surrounding finance topics for 4 months and culminated in meeting alums in the field in Cleveland, Boston, and New York City. The major takeaway from the program that I got was, all Obies are willing and happy to help one another. This provided me with further confidence to reach out to alums and learn about their careers paths/current roles.</p> <p><strong>Knowing that you’re interested in pursuing business/finance, what made you choose 91ֱ�� to help you reach that goal? </strong></p> <p>When applying to colleges, I knew that I wanted a liberal arts education. 91ֱ�� provides the emphasis on the creative thinking, problem solving component of liberal arts whilst embracing alternative routes toward finance with specific Wall Street programs like the Ashby Business Scholars. This mix of liberal arts and finance focus played extremely well into my interests and attracted me to the college.</p> <p><em>If you're interested in a summer internship, connect with the <a href="/node/4521">Career Exploration & Development</a> team to learn more about exploring career interests, gaining real-world experience, and developing a professional network.</em></p></div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-type field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__item">News Story</div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-date field--type-datetime field--label-hidden field__item"><time datetime="2024-10-11T12:00:00Z">Fri, 10/11/2024 - 12:00</time> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-author field--type-string field--label-hidden field__item">Communications Staff</div> <div class="text-content field field--name-field-intro-text field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"><p>Cole Tashjian ’25 knew what he wanted when he came to 91ֱ�� College, and got down to business to achieve it. As an <a href="/node/3386">economics</a> major with minors in <a href="/node/3236">computer science</a> and <a href="/node/3371">mathematics</a>, he set himself up well to go into finance. This summer, he interned at Invesco, and used it as a stepping stone to set up his future career. Here, Cole talks about his role and successes.</p></div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-tags field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="/news?tag=4096">Summer Internships</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/news?tag=3925">Economics</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/news?tag=4153">Computer Science</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/news?tag=4150">Mathematics</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/news?tag=4147">91ֱ�� Finance Club</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/news?tag=2403">Career Exploration & Development</a></div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-faculty field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="/m-udara-peiris" hreflang="und">M. Udara Peiris</a></div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-departments field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="/arts-and-sciences/departments/economics" hreflang="und">Economics</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/arts-and-sciences/departments/computer-science" hreflang="und">Computer Science</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/arts-and-sciences/departments/mathematics" hreflang="und">Mathematics</a></div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-image-caption field--type-string-long field--label-hidden field__item">Cole Tashjian ’25 and other interns show their completion certificates at Invesco.</div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-pin-school-page field--type-boolean field--label-hidden field__item">Off</div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-photo-gallery-top field--type-boolean field--label-hidden field__item">false</div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-image-credit field--type-string field--label-hidden field__item">courtesy of Cole Tashjian ’25</div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-media field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__item"> </div> </article> <article> <h1>From 91ֱ�� College to Goldman Sachs, financial economics major supports communities across the world</h1> <p>mreed — Tue, 08 Oct 2024 19:24:30 +0000</p> <span>From 91ֱ�� College to Goldman Sachs, financial economics major supports communities across the world</span> <span><span>mreed</span></span> <span><time datetime="2024-10-08T15:24:30-04:00" title="Tuesday, October 8, 2024 - 15:24">Tue, 10/08/2024 - 15:24</time> </span> <div class="text-content field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"><p>"Watching my dad help small businesses by issuing loans that fueled their growth was inspiring. It showed me firsthand how financial resources could uplift communities," Mayanka recalls. This early exposure sparked his dream of working in investment banking, where he could help large corporations navigate complex transactions and provide strategic advice to create value not only for the firm but also for the broader economy.</p> <p>Mayanka’s journey at 91ֱ�� College solidified his path toward this goal. As a member of the <a href="https://osfic.squarespace.com/">91ֱ�� Finance Club</a>, he progressed through various leadership roles, honing his business analysis, financial modeling, and investment research skills. "The Finance Club was where I really started to build my foundation. Leading investment pitches and conducting market analysis helped me realize how much I enjoyed the work," he says. These experiences, coupled with classes like Principles of Finance with <a href="/node/417886">M. Udara Peiris</a> and Money and Banking with <a href="/node/67756">John Duca</a>, laid the groundwork for his deeper exploration into finance.</p> <p>Mayanka’s winter term in Nepal spent working in private equity deepened his understanding of the industry, as did his internships at EY-Parthenon and Dolma Impact Fund. At EY-Parthenon, he contributed to a live sell-side deal, gaining hands-on experience in strategy and transaction advisory. At Dolma Impact Fund, he focused on impact investing through private equity, sharpening his analytical skills and enhancing his understanding of how private equity firms drive value through sustainable investments.</p> <p>"Both experiences showed me the potential of private equity to create meaningful change, especially when it’s tied to ESG [Environmental, Social, and Governance] goals," Mayanka explains. 91ֱ��’s unique opportunities also played a critical role in his educational development. As an <a href="/node/54566">Ashby Business Scholar</a>, he engaged with alumni and gained invaluable insights into the world of business and finance. His private reading in financial modeling with Professor Peiris and his study abroad at Oxford – where he participated in and won a Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) competition – further built his confidence and technical expertise.</p> <p>"Winning that M&A competition at Oxford was a turning point. It gave me the confidence that I could thrive in this field," he reflects. 91ֱ��’s resources, including access to the Bloomberg Terminal and <em>The Wall Street Journal</em>, allowed him to follow the markets closely, refine his investment theses, and complete the Bloomberg Market Concepts certification.</p> <p>Mayanka’s summer internship at Bank of America in Debt Capital Markets gave him hands-on exposure to macroeconomic drivers like inflation and interest rates, reinforcing the connection between his economics coursework and practical finance.</p> <p>"That internship was where everything I had learned came together,” he says. “Understanding the economy’s key drivers and seeing them play out in real-time in the markets was invaluable.” Through all these experiences, 91ֱ�� helped him bridge the gap between theory and practice, offering the platform and resources to turn his dream into reality.</p> <p>As a member of the first cohort of 91ֱ��’s new <a href="/node/468170">financial economics</a> major, Mayanka is grateful for the path he carved for himself. He credits 91ֱ��’s blend of economics and finance with providing him the foundation necessary for his future career. "91ֱ�� gave me the freedom to find my way in finance, and now, with the new financial economics major, I’m excited for future students to have a more structured path."</p> <p>Starting as an investment banking analyst at Goldman Sachs, Mayanka sees his 91ֱ�� journey as a testament to how ambition, determination, and the right support can achieve even the biggest dreams.</p> <p> </p> <hr> <p><em>Ready to make an impact with your education and career? Explore <a href="/node/468171">financial economics</a> at 91ֱ�� to learn how you can change the world, one finance class at a time.</em></p></div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-subhead field--type-string field--label-hidden field__item">Mayanka Dahal ’25 is helping to shape the economic landscape where he grew up.</div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-type field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__item">News Story</div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-date field--type-datetime field--label-hidden field__item"><time datetime="2024-10-08T12:00:00Z">Tue, 10/08/2024 - 12:00</time> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-author field--type-string field--label-hidden field__item">Communications Staff</div> <div class="text-content field field--name-field-intro-text field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"><p>Growing up in Nepal, Mayanka always knew he wanted to follow in his father’s footsteps and create an impact in the world through finance.</p></div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-tags field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="/news?tag=4143">Placements</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/news?tag=4147">91ֱ�� Finance Club</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/news?tag=2360">After 91ֱ��</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/news?tag=3955">Ashby Business Scholars</a></div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-programs field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="/news?program=468171">Financial Economics</a></div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-departments field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="/arts-and-sciences/departments/finance" hreflang="und">Financial Economics</a></div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-pin-school-page field--type-boolean field--label-hidden field__item">Off</div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-photo-gallery-top field--type-boolean field--label-hidden field__item">false</div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-image-credit field--type-string field--label-hidden field__item">Office of Communications</div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-media field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__item"> </div> </article> <article> <h1>Accelerating beyond 91ֱ�� College into a finance career</h1> <p>mreed — Fri, 04 Oct 2024 14:52:16 +0000</p> <span>Accelerating beyond 91ֱ�� College into a finance career</span> <span><span>mreed</span></span> <span><time datetime="2024-10-04T10:52:16-04:00" title="Friday, October 4, 2024 - 10:52">Fri, 10/04/2024 - 10:52</time> </span> <div class="text-content field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"><p>As a double major in <a href="/node/3371">mathematics</a> and <a href="/node/3386">economics</a> with a minor in <a href="/node/84821">statistical modeling</a>, and a leader on the 91ֱ�� Women’s Soccer team, Samantha began her journey into private equity while at 91ֱ�� College. Initially entering 91ֱ�� with different academic interests, she soon discovered a passion for math and economics through the college’s interdisciplinary curriculum. In the spring of her sophomore year, she enrolled in Principles of Finance, which explored the intersection of quantitative analysis and the tactical application of social science. </p> <p>Her involvement in the <a href="https://osfic.squarespace.com/">91ֱ�� Finance Club</a> introduced Samantha to the principles of investing firsthand, which was a catalyst for exploring a career in business and finance through 91ֱ��’s <a href="/node/54566">Ashby Business Scholars Program</a>. The Ashby Business Program provides students access to additional finance-focused resources and connects them with a broad network of Obies working in the industry. </p> <p>Through the Ashby Program, she met alums working in various fields across the Northeast and Cleveland, including a private equity firm in New York, The Riverside Company. In the summer of her junior year, Samantha interned as an analyst for Riverside’s growth equity and debt fund, Riverside Acceleration Capital (RAC). RAC focuses on high-growth, software-as-a-service B2B companies. During her internship, she was able to apply the quantitative, research, and problem-solving skills that she developed in the classroom. Samantha enjoyed the collaborative and results-oriented environment and is excited to return to RAC as a full-time analyst following graduation. </p> <p>Reflecting on her journey, Samantha says, "All of my experiences at 91ֱ�� have led to this opportunity. The liberal arts thinking, practical finance experience, and the powerful Ashby business network truly opened the door for my position at Riverside."</p> <p> </p> <hr> <p> </p> <p><em>Ready to make an impact with your education and career? Explore <a href="/node/468170">financial economics</a> at 91ֱ�� to learn how you can change the world, one finance class at a time.</em></p></div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-subhead field--type-string field--label-hidden field__item">Samantha Gilfond ’25 accepts private equity analyst placement at Riverside Acceleration Capital</div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-type field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__item">News Story</div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-date field--type-datetime field--label-hidden field__item"><time datetime="2024-10-03T12:00:00Z">Thu, 10/03/2024 - 12:00</time> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-author field--type-string field--label-hidden field__item">Communications Staff</div> <div class="text-content field field--name-field-intro-text field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"><p>Samantha is excited about her next steps after 91ֱ�� as she joins Riverside Acceleration Capital.</p></div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-tags field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="/news?tag=3519">Early Careers</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/news?tag=3925">Economics</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/news?tag=2360">After 91ֱ��</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/news?tag=3955">Ashby Business Scholars</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/news?tag=4147">91ֱ�� Finance Club</a></div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-programs field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="/news?program=468171">Financial Economics</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/news?program=25401">Mathematics</a></div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-departments field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="/arts-and-sciences/departments/finance" hreflang="und">Financial Economics</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/arts-and-sciences/departments/mathematics" hreflang="und">Mathematics</a></div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-pin-school-page field--type-boolean field--label-hidden field__item">Off</div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-photo-gallery-top field--type-boolean field--label-hidden field__item">false</div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-image-credit field--type-string field--label-hidden field__item">Office of Communications</div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-media field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__item"> </div> </article> <article> <h1>91ֱ�� College financial economics major finds leadership and empowerment in finance</h1> <p>mreed — Tue, 08 Oct 2024 20:06:38 +0000</p> <span>91ֱ�� College financial economics major finds leadership and empowerment in finance</span> <span><span>mreed</span></span> <span><time datetime="2024-10-08T16:06:38-04:00" title="Tuesday, October 8, 2024 - 16:06">Tue, 10/08/2024 - 16:06</time> </span> <div class="text-content field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"><p>Initially unsure of his path, Cole found clarity as he engaged deeply with the interdisciplinary curriculum and the supportive community at 91ֱ��.</p> <p>"My interest in economics really took off after I joined the <a href="https://osfic.squarespace.com/">91ֱ�� Finance Club</a>,” he shares. “Starting as an analyst and progressing to chairman allowed me to immerse myself in investment strategies and leadership, shaping my desire to pursue a career in finance.” </p> <p>Cole also co-founded the Investment Banking ExCo, a two-credit course designed to equip students with essential skills for the finance industry, and played a key role in founding the 91ֱ�� Consulting Group, where he focused on practical problem-solving and collaborative projects. Additionally, he served as a Dean’s Teaching Fellow in the <a href="/node/3386">economics</a> department, where he mentored fellow students and contributed to their academic journeys.</p> <p>Beyond the classroom, Cole balanced his academics with his role as a two-year captain of the men’s lacrosse team, a position that honed his leadership skills and reinforced the values of teamwork and perseverance. He is also a member of the 91ֱ�� Fellowship of Christian Athletes, which has deepened his sense of community and commitment to personal growth. </p> <p>Cole’s hands-on experience in the finance world solidified during his internships. In the summer of 2023, he interned as a financial analyst at Microsoft, gaining valuable insights into corporate finance. Most recently, he completed a fixed income trading internship at Invesco, further enhancing his skillset and preparing him for the next stage of his career.</p> <p>Looking ahead, Cole is excited to join UBS in New York City as a full-time investment banking analyst in 2025. “Every experience—from my time at Walpole High School to my journey at 91ֱ��—has contributed to my growth and passion for finance,” he reflects. “I can’t wait to apply everything I’ve learned as I step into the professional world.”</p> <p>After graduation, Cole plans to leverage his education and experiences to make meaningful contributions to the finance industry while continuing to cultivate his interests in investment banking.</p> <p> </p> <hr> <p><em>Ready to make an impact with your education and career? Explore <a href="/node/468171">financial economics</a> at 91ֱ�� to learn how you can change the world, one finance class at a time.</em></p></div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-subhead field--type-string field--label-hidden field__item">Cole Tashjian ’25 found his passion for economics at 91ֱ��, leading to an investment banking analyst role at UBS.</div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-type field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__item">News Story</div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-date field--type-datetime field--label-hidden field__item"><time datetime="2024-10-01T12:00:00Z">Tue, 10/01/2024 - 12:00</time> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-author field--type-string field--label-hidden field__item">Office of Communications</div> <div class="text-content field field--name-field-intro-text field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"><p>A <a href="/node/468170">financial economics</a> major from Walpole, Massachusetts, Cole discovered his passion for economics through a transformative journey at 91ֱ�� College.</p></div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-tags field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="/news?tag=4143">Placements</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/news?tag=4147">91ֱ�� Finance Club</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/news?tag=2360">After 91ֱ��</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/news?tag=3955">Ashby Business Scholars</a></div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-programs field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="/news?program=468171">Financial Economics</a></div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-departments field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="/arts-and-sciences/departments/finance" hreflang="und">Financial Economics</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/arts-and-sciences/departments/economics" hreflang="und">Economics</a></div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-pin-school-page field--type-boolean field--label-hidden field__item">Off</div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-photo-gallery-top field--type-boolean field--label-hidden field__item">false</div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-image-credit field--type-string field--label-hidden field__item">Office of Communications</div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-media field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__item"> </div> </article> </main></body></html>