Kale Altman

Kale Altman

I am in the final semester of the MS of Finance and MS of Business Analytics program at Iowa and will graduate in May 2025. Before starting the program, I graduated from Luther College with a degree in physics and data science. I interned with Principal Financial Group working on an automation team in their internal audit department in the summer of 2024. I love working in the intersections between math, data, and finance. I’ve enjoyed working on projects throughout several areas of finance including futures, derivatives, equities, and now fixed income through the Hart Fund.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kale-altman/

Omar Amin

Omar Amin

I am a Master in Finance and Business Analytics student at the University of Iowa in my final semester of studies. I had completed my undergraduate degree in finance at the University of Alberta before moving the Iowa to enroll in the program. Upon graduation, I hope to pursue a career within asset management.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/omaraminuofa

Derrick Atuahene

Derrick Atuahene

I am in my final year, graduating in May 2025, pursuing a dual degree in Business Analytics and Finance, with a bachelor’s in finance, Accounting, and Management. Originally from Ghana and England. I am aspiring to build a career as a Financial Analyst or Business Analyst.

https://linkedin.com/in/derrick-atuahene/

Riley Cooper

Riley Cooper

I am in my final semester at the University of Iowa, pursuing a dual master’s degree in Finance and Business Analytics. I earned a BBA in Finance, Investment, & Banking and Real Estate from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. My studies have given me a strong foundation in financial analysis, data-driven decision-making, and problem-solving.After undergrad, I worked as a Performance Analyst at Marquette Associates, an investment consulting firm, focusing on performance measurement and data analysis. This experience reinforced my interest in consulting and strengthened my ability to analyze complex financial data. I am now looking to pursue a career in consulting after graduation.

https://linkedin.com/in/riley-cooper-/

Lillyjoy Boateng

Lillyjoy Boateng

I am in my final semester of a dual Master’s Degree in Finance and Business Analytics at the University of Iowa, graduating in May 2025. Originally from Ghana, I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from the University of Cape Coast. Between my undergraduate and graduate studies, I worked as a Budget Analyst at the Ministry of Local Government and managed my family’s consumer goods business in Ghana. I interned at the Bank of New York as a Markets and Wealth Services Summer Intern in NYC, where I received a full-time job offer. I am passionate about finance and excited to explore diverse career paths, including credit and risk management, financial planning, investment management, and more.

https://linkedin.com/in/lillyjoyboateng19

Eric Dowe

Eric Dowe

Before joining the Master of Finance and Master of Business Analytics program, I earned bachelor’s degrees in Actuarial Science and Business Administration from Wartburg College. During my studies, I have held internships in actuarial pricing, economics, and corporate finance. I plan to graduate in May and pursue a career in analytics.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericdowe

Joe Ellis

Joe Ellis

I participated in the University of Iowa’s Undergraduate to Graduate Program and anticipate completing my Master’s in Finance in spring 2025. Last summer, I gained valuable industry experience during an internship at Principal Asset Management in Des Moines, Iowa. Upon graduation, I plan to pursue a career in asset management.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-ellis-ms2025/

Valentina Espinosa

Valentina Espinosa

I’m a dual degree master’s student in Finance and Business Analytics, graduating in May 2025. Originally from Bogotá, Colombia, I earned my undergrad in Finance, Marketing, and International Business at St. Ambrose University. Upon graduation, I’m excited to start a career in asset management.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/valentina-espinosa-680251131/

Lara Gebel

Lara Gebel

I am an international student from Germany currently pursuing my Master’s Degrees in Finance and Business Analytics, which I will complete in May 2026. I earned my Bachelor’s Degree in Economics from Bradley University in May 2024, where I was also a dedicated student-athlete, competing in track & field and cross country. Upon graduation, I hope to build a career as a Financial or Strategic Analyst, combining my analytical expertise and global perspective.

https://linkedin.com/in/lara-gebel

Tonderai Maneswa

Tonderai Maneswa

I will graduate in May 2025 with a dual master’s in Finance and Business Analytics. I am originally from Zimbabwe. I am also studying for the CFA and will take the final exam in February 2025. Upon graduation, I will pursue a career in investment management, an area in which I have prior experience.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonderaimaneswa

Charlie Pattinson

Charlie Pattinson

I am a graduate student at the University of Iowa where I am pursuing a Master of Finance (May 2025). I recently completed my undergraduate degree (May 2024) at the University of Iowa in Finance and Business Analytics, with minors in Computer Science and News and Media Literacy. In addition to being an analyst on the Hart Fund, I am also an Equity Research Analyst on the Henry Fund. I am currently looking for full-time opportunities in the asset management space.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/cwpattinson/

Cullan Schriever

Cullan Schriever

I am in my final year at the University of Iowa will graduate with my MS in Finance in May of 2025. I earned my BBA from Iowa in May of 2024, also in Finance. In addition to my studies, I am a student-athlete as a member of the Iowa wrestling team. I am currently searching for any opportunity in finance upon my graduation.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/cullanschriever/

Caleb Tammen

Caleb Tammen

I am in my final semester of the M.S. in Finance and Business Analytics program. Prior to studying at the University of Iowa, I earned a B.S. in Finance and Economics from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. I am a CFA Level 2 candidate and am registered for the May 2025 exam window. After graduation, I will be joining D.A. Davidson Equity Capital Markets as an Equity Research Associate.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/caleb-tammen

Jeronimo Wagner

Jeronimo Wagner

I am a Master in Finance student, concentrating in Quantitative Finance, with an expected graduation in May 2026. I hold an undergraduate degree in Accounting and Business Administration from Mount Marty University and have interned at a mergers and acquisitions boutique, a CPA firm, a multinational manufacturer, and Morgan Stanley. During my undergraduate studies, I played NCAA Division I tennis and NAIA soccer.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeronimo-wagner/

Zhan Wang

Zhan Wang

I am currently a master student in Finance and Business Analytics at The University of Iowa. I completed my undergraduate degree in Financial Management at Tianjin University of Science and Technology in 2023.I have gained practical experience through internships at China Construction Bank, where I worked on data cleaning and credit card transaction analysis, and Founder Securities, where I assisted in portfolio management and financial statement analysis.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/zhan-wang-b77036289/

Sarah Wig

Sarah Wig

I am in my final semester of the dual Master’s program in Finance and Business Analytics. I am originally from Delhi, India and came to the U.S. for my undergraduate degree in Economics at Grinnell College. After graduation, I will be joining Analysis Group in Washington, DC, as an Economic Consultant.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-wig/

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