40 New York City Students Recognized at the 2015 Spring Executive Conference Hosted by Barclays

On Tuesday, May 19th, 40 VEI student executives representing 38 different firms from New York City attended the 2015 Spring Executive Conference hosted by Barclays. The event allowed VEI students to highlight and share achievements from the year, reflect upon their experience, and network with their peers.

Opening remarks were given from Soteria Stavroulakis, New York City Program Coordinator, John Jastremski, New York City Regional Director, and Mina Perikleous, Executive Assistant of FICC Research at Barclays.

Following the opening remarks, Aroop Chatterjee, Director of FX Research at Barclays, provided students with information regarding Barclays’ role in the economy. Students in attendance asked thoughtful questions, which impressed Mr. Chatterjee, as they wanted to know how certain current event issues were going to affect the global economy.

Following Mr. Chatterjee was Elena Tulloch, Director & COO of FICC Research in the Americas at Barclays, shared hard-earned career lessons, the importance of consistency and perseverance, and the need to pursue one’s passion.

Joining the Barclays speakers was a panel of VEI alumni, who shared tips and advice with the current VEI students as they get ready to embark on the next phase of their careers. Panelists shared their personal experiences, their professional growth, and specific techniques for leveraging the VEI experience after high school.

VEI Alumni Panelists

Naasik Islam, Wavelength Capital & Fordham University
Atul Kapoor, Soft System Solution
Jordan Knox, Georgetown University
Amina Music, VE NYC Central Office
Andi Muskaj, Linute
Abril Pena, Baruch College

The final speaker was Michael Pond, Managing Director & Head of Global-Inflation-Linked Research at Barclays, discussed working hard to move up the ranks in an organization, the importance of staying fit and sharp, and how first impressions can have a significant impact during one’s career.

At the end of the insightful day, VEI executives were presented with Executive Awards and Acknowledgements for their respective efforts and given the chance to provide feedback about their VEI experiences.

List of VEI NYC Executives

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