Age: 26
Lives in: London, U.K.
Graduated from: London School of Economics; MSc (Finance)
York University, Schulich School of Business, BBA
Years as an Intern: 2002-2004
Interned with: Liberty International Underwriters and CIT Financial
Current Employer/Position: Calyon/Infrastructure Finance
How did you hear about INROADS?
Word of mouth (Inroads alumni)
How has the program helped your career?
The program has been instrumental in helping me build mycareer. The work experience, soft skills, training, and networking that Inroads provides is invaluable.
What were some of the best things about the INROADS program?
The best thing about the Inroads program apart from having amazing jobs with amazing companies is the opportunity to meet young highly motivated, interesting and intelligent people. Many of the people I have met have had a lasting impact on my life. I have met many individuals during my time at Inroads with whom I have built lasting friendships.
What were some of your most memorable / funny experiences?
There are plenty! I hope I don’t get in trouble for this but the funniest thing I recall is failing to wake up for a session at the LDI and trying to hide in the bathroom stalls from Richard!
How did Richard Pinnock add value to your experience with INROADS?
Richard Pinnock is a great leader and mentor. His passion and dedication to the organization is an inspiration to us all. Personally, Richard has been a mentor to me since my time at Inroads. He has provided me career guidance, advice and inspired me to achieve excellence. What I admire most about him is his genuine oncern for others’ well being. I have sought his counsel many a time outside of Inroads and he has never hesitated to help or go far beyond what one would expect. I know that I can always trust him to discuss anything and to come up with solutions for even the most difficult issues. I know no better ambassador for the program. He will be dearly missed.
What advice would you give to someone starting out with INROADS?
I would advise students to be proactive in all areas of the program. Students are usually proactive at work, but they don’t always carry that into other aspects of the program and hence, fail to fully benefit from the program. The training sessions, career development advice, networking opportunities with both alumni and fellow peers and giving back to the community are all equally important. These activities are invaluable and cannot be measured in monetary terms.
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