Conversations with UAIC

Episode 5 - Keddy Shen

In this episode, we chat with Keddy Shen, a Senior DevOps Engineer at MYOB. Keddy provides his insights on a range of topics, including: * Pathways into a career in technology * Working in Australia * The impact of AI and machine learning We hope you enjoy! Please get in touch if you have any feedback or suggestions.

Episode 4 - Zoe Wallis

In this episode, we chat with Zoe Wallis, an Investment Strategist at Forsyth Barr. Zoe provides her insights on a range of topics, including: * What an economist does * The current state of financial markets & macroeconomic climate * How university students should approach investing * How to best prepare for a career in finance and economics  We hope you enjoy! Please get in touch if you have any feedback or suggestions. Please note that the information contained in this episode is for general information and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended to constitute legal or financial advice and does not take your individual circumstances and financial situation into account. We encourage you to seek assistance from a trusted financial adviser, legal or other professional advice.

Episode 3 - Victoria Harris

In this episode, we chat with Victoria Harris, one of the co-founders of The Curve. Victoria provides her insights on a range of topics, including: * The background and motivations behind starting the Curve * How to navigate imposter syndrome as a young New Zealand entrepreneur * Advice to young females looking to enter the finance industry * Personal investing and KiwiSaver tips and tricks Please note that the information contained in this episode is for general information and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended to constitute legal or financial advice and does not take your individual circumstances and financial situation into account. We encourage you to seek assistance from a trusted financial adviser, legal or other professional advice. We hope you enjoy! Please get in touch if you have any feedback or suggestions.

Episode 2 - Riki Fujii-Rajani

In this episode, we chat to another club alumni, Riki Fujii-Rajani. Riki is a current Master of Public Policy student at the University of Chicago and Senior Analyst at the Reserve Bank of New Zealand. Riki provides her insights on a range of topics, including:  * Different career paths available for Economics students * Her experience studying a Masters degree and living in the US * Choosing to go into Economics rather than practicing Law * Career advice to students and the value of being part of UAIC We hope you enjoy! Please get in touch if you have any feedback or suggestions.

Episode 1 - Marco Wong

In this episode, we chat to one of the Co-Founders of UAIC, Marco Wong. Marco provides his insights on a range of topics, including: * A breakdown of the finance industry and his work experience * His experience pursuing a Masters degree and CFA * The benefits and drawbacks of working in New Zealand and Australia * General career advice for students We hope you enjoy! Please get in touch if you have any feedback or suggestions.