Please note: The MBA Catapult and TREI Conference agendas are each thoughtfully designed to be aligned with the mission and applicant interests of their respective programs. MBA program finalists should only follow the MBA Catapult agenda track. TREI finalists should only follow the TREI Conference agenda track. Dual applicants for both the MBA and TREI programs should follow the MBA agenda track on April 18th and 19th, with the exception of attending the Walker & Dunlop Welcome Reception prior to attending the Catapult Career Expo, and then follow the TREI agenda track on April 20th and 21st.
DAY 1
5:30pm – 8:00pm ET
Important
Check-in Security Details
Bring a photo ID for registration
Please do not bring any backpacks, suitcases, etc. to ensure a smooth check-in
Check-in begins at 5:45 PM
A Welcome from Keith Cahill, Toigo Board Member and Head of North America Institutional Investing | J.P. Morgan Asset Management
Toigo Finalists:
On behalf of the Robert Toigo Foundation and JPMorgan Chase, welcome to New York City and congratulations on making it this far in the fellowship process! JPMorgan has been a continuous supporter of Toigo since the organization was founded over 30 years ago. It is a relationship we take great pride in, and we are absolutely thrilled to be the Premier Sponsor of Catapult this year. We are excited to welcome you to JPMorgan headquarters on Tuesday, April 18th at 6:00 PM for a Welcome Reception featuring special remarks from senior leaders of our firm. We will also have representatives from each of our lines of business to welcome you, and we encourage you to spend time getting to know our team.
Attached is the agenda with the details of the formal program featuring industry panels, career expo, and quant camp. I encourage you take advantage of the opportunity to ask questions, build your network, make friends, and learn as much as you can while you are here.
On behalf of the team at RTF and JPMorgan, we look forward to welcoming you!
Thank you,
Keith Cahill
Toigo Board Member
Managing Director, Head of North America Institutional, J.P. Morgan Asset Management
DAY 2
*Be sure to bring your nametag to both days*
The Westin Hotel at Times Square
Majestic Ballroom Foyer
Check-in & Breakfast
Majestic Ballroom
Toigo Foundation Welcome
Majestic Ballroom
J.P. Morgan Chase Dedicated Session
The JPMorgan Chase panel will feature former summer associates from the MBA Investment Banking, Global Private Bank, and Chase Associate Summer Internship Programs. The panelists will share their insight and experiences in the recruiting process and now as full-time associates. Attendees will walk away with a better understanding of how to navigate the fall recruiting process broadly, with a focus on the JPMorgan Chase internship experience and recruitment.
Speakers
Aileen Daniels| J.P. Morgan Chase
Jarrett Walker | J.P. Morgan Chase
Olga Rocha | J.P. Morgan Chase
Olutade Olulade | J.P. Morgan Chase
Majestic Ballroom
Investment Banking Panel
This discussion will focus on the role of an investment banker as an advisor on financial strategies and capital raising and describe the skills and attributes required for a successful career in banking.
Moderator
Elizabeth Oppong | Goldman Sachs
Panelists
Munashe Makava | Centerview Partners
Travis Sherman | Truist
Majestic Ballroom
Investment & Asset Management Panel
Hosted by Franklin Templeton
Hear from a range of professionals across the investment and asset management landscape discuss their firms’ investment approaches, their own career trajectories, peaks and challenges of investment and asset management roles, and keys to a successful career as an MBA in the space.
Moderator
Carla Cantreva-Baessler | American Century Investments
Panelists
Patrick Sanchez | Artisan Partners
Franco Tapia | Capital Group
Katrina Dudley | Franklin Templeton
Maria Osorio | PIMCO
Whitney Young Crawford | Polen Capital
Break
Majestic Ballroom
Open Networking Lunch
Lunch Provided
Break
Majestic Ballroom
A Conversation on Fintech
Hosted by Cerberus
This conversation will feature experts discussing trends in the Fintech industry and how organizations utilize technology. They will also describe what firms look for when hiring talent and share advice on how MBAs should prepare for a career in Fintech.
Speakers
Christopher Russell | Cerberus
Pavan Arora | Cerberus
Break
Majestic Ballroom
Real Estate Panel
Moderator
Leadi Cole | Greystar
Panelists
Lee Bloch | Carmel Partners
Juan Agudelo | Bridge Investment Group
Break
Majestic Ballroom
Enhancing Your Personal Brand:
Network Building and Personal Branding in Finance
Facilitators
ViableEdu
Break / Dinner
Gershwin Ballroom
Career EXPO
DAY 3
The Westin Hotel at Times Square
Majestic Ballroom Foyer
Check-in & Breakfast
Majestic Ballroom
Demystifying Asset Management
Hosted by
Engage with a panel of T. Rowe Price investors including Toigo alumni, a veteran, and career switchers. They will demystify asset management, talk about their career paths and discuss opportunities with the firm.
Moderator
Watikqua Lange | T. Rowe Price
Panelists
Nina Xu | T. Rowe Price
Iesha Dorris | T. Rowe Price
Dean Ebozue | T. Rowe Price
Michael Trivino | T. Rowe Price
Break
Majestic Ballroom
Real Estate Investment Trends: Market Conditions and Opportunities
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to structural changes in how people live and work. This panel will cover key post-pandemic market trends across the primary property sectors of office, retail, and multifamily. The discussion will also include industry responses to current macroeconomic conditions and global priorities such as sustainability.
Moderator
D. Sam Chandan, PhD FRICS FRSPH | NYU Stern School of Business
Panelists
Richard Coles | Vanbarton Group
Lauren Holden | Shopcore
Stephanie Lessick | AvalonBay Communities
Break
Majestic Ballroom
Wealth Management Panel
A group of Wealth Management professionals will discuss the outlook for the Wealth Management business, how different firms organize and approach the business, and the variety of roles for MBAs. The experts will also share the keys to success in Wealth Management.
Moderator
Allan Boomer | Momentum Advisors
Panelist
Sam Kang | Charles Schwab
Jock Payten | Nubian Square Advisors
Monique McLemore | BlackRock
Break
Majestic Ballroom
Lessons in Leadership
Lunch Provided
Hosted by
What makes a great leader? In this discussion, TIAA senior leaders will discuss their journey to leadership and the career-shaping lessons they learned along the way.
Moderator
Sherii Webb | TIAA
Panelist
Jill Popovich | TIAA
Raymond Bellucci | TIAA
Break
Majestic Ballroom
Private Equity Panel
Hosted By GTCR
Join us for a robust discussion as panelists from multiple firms demystify private equity. Panelists will share their own career journeys as well as discuss key skill sets required and profiles of those who have successfully transitioned to PE.
Moderator
Lizzie Wintle | GTCR
Panelists
Break
Majestic Ballroom
Venture Capital Panel
Join a panel of Venture Capital professionals for a dynamic discussion covering tends in the sector, what makes a successful Associate, how to best position yourself and effectively transition to a career in VC.
Moderator
Ben Shephard | Silicon Valley Bank
Panelists
Majestic Ballroom
Wrap Up Remarks
DAY 4
Toigo Quant Camp in Partnership with Pillars of Wall Street
The Westin Hotel at Times Square
Majestic Ballroom Foyer
Check-in & Breakfast
Pearl Room
Quant Camp Session 1: Valuation Fundamentals
Palace Room
Quant Camp Session 2: Long-Form LBO Modeling
Royale Room
Quant Camp Session 3: Investment Banking Case Simulation
Lunch Break
Pearl Room
Quant Camp Session 1: Valuation Fundamentals
Palace Room
Quant Camp Session 2: Long-Form LBO Modeling
Royale Room
Quant Camp Session 3: Investment Banking Case Simulation
Break / Networking
Catapult Program Closing Remarks