<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:slash="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/slash/" > <channel> <title>Financial Services Pipeline Initiative</title> <atom:link href="https://www.fspchicago.org/feed/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /> <link>https://www.fspchicago.org</link> <description>Reflecting Chicago's Diversity</description> <lastBuildDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2020 17:02:30 +0000</lastBuildDate> <language>en-US</language> <sy:updatePeriod> hourly </sy:updatePeriod> <sy:updateFrequency> 1 </sy:updateFrequency> <generator>https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.2</generator> <item> <title>The Seventh Annual Intern Career Conference Recap</title> <link>https://www.fspchicago.org/the-seventh-annual-intern-career-conference-recap/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristen Cullotta]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2020 09:51:39 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[FSP News]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.fspchicago.org/?p=3085</guid> <description><![CDATA[On July 9, 2020, the Financial Services Pipeline (FSP) conducted the Seventh Annual Intern Career Conference. Hosted by the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, the event gathered more than 250 …]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>On July 9, 2020, the Financial Services Pipeline (FSP) conducted the Seventh Annual Intern Career Conference. Hosted by the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, the event gathered more than 250 interns, students, and business leaders from approximately 14 Chicago-area financial services firms and 8 nonprofit partner organizations. This was FSP’s largest Intern Career Conference to date! The theme of the conference was “Navigating your Career through Adversity,” and sessions highlighted career tips to thrive in a world that is quickly shifting with the current global health crisis, civil unrest, and a precarious job market.</p> <p>The conference offered well-rounded tips to thrive in the COVID-19 job market with tactical skills taught by a diverse panel of individuals. Interns and students were able to work on their brand by sharing and developing their elevator pitches with timely and effective feedback from professionals in the industry.</p> <p>Samara Hernandez was the keynote speaker and delivered an empowering presentation on “Getting out of Your Comfort Zone – a Personal Success Story.” Her story of perseverance despite the odds energized our attendees to keep pursuing their dreams.</p> <p>View the<a href="https://www.fspchicago.org/intern-career-conference/"> agenda</a> from the conference.</p> <div class="row"> <div class="col-12 col-lg-8 offset-lg-2"> <div class="embed-responsive embed-responsive-16by9"><iframe class="embed-responsive-item" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/gtqWTsR1zuM" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></div> </div> </div> <p> </p> <p> </p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>Seventh Annual Intern Career Conference</title> <link>https://www.fspchicago.org/seventh-annual-intern-career-conference/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Gienna Gaeta]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2020 13:29:12 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[FSP News]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.fspchicago.org/?p=3033</guid> <description><![CDATA[The Seventh annual Financial Service Pipeline (FSP) Intern Career Conference is scheduled for Thursday, July 9, 2020. This year the conference will be held in a virtual format to accommodate …]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Seventh annual Financial Service Pipeline (FSP) Intern Career Conference is scheduled for Thursday, July 9, 2020. This year the conference will be held in a virtual format to accommodate social distancing measures.<br /> As the FSP works to increase representation of African Americans and Latinos within the financial sector, the world is quickly shifting with the present global health crisis and civil unrest. This year’s theme, Navigating Your Career through Adversity, will provide timely dialogue and insights for this year’s attendees.<br /> Our speakers will equip interns and students with tactical tips to prepare for the job market during the global health crisis. Interns will engage and learn from working professionals while gaining knowledge about different career opportunities in financial services.<br /> We look forward to a highly engaging and meaningful event.</p> <p><a href="https://www.fspchicago.org/intern-career-conference/">Seventh Annual Intern Career Conference Agenda</a></p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>Sixth Annual Intern Career Conference</title> <link>https://www.fspchicago.org/sixth-annual-intern-career-conference/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Cameron Cox]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jul 2019 15:20:08 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[FSP News]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.fspchicago.org/?p=2950</guid> <description><![CDATA[The Sixth Annual Intern Career Conference is July 11th, 2019. In an effort to increase the representation of African Americans and Latinos within the financial services sector, the Financial Services …]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Sixth Annual Intern Career Conference is July 11th, 2019. In an effort to increase the representation of African Americans and Latinos within the financial services sector, the Financial Services Pipeline (FSP) Initiative will bring together more than 100 interns at the conference.</p> <p><a href="https://www.fspchicago.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/2019_FSP_Intern_Conference_v6_wbleed.pdf">Sixth Annual Intern Career Conference Agenda</a></p> <p> </p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>Press Release: Fifth Annual Summit</title> <link>https://www.fspchicago.org/press-release-fifth-annual-summit/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Courtney Hollins]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Mon, 29 Oct 2018 23:32:06 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[FSP News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Press]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.fspchicago.org/?p=2811</guid> <description><![CDATA[Leaders meet to discuss the representation of diverse professionals in Chicago’s professional financial services industry at 5th annual summit. Topics to include the impact of increased technology on professionals of …]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Leaders meet to discuss the representation of diverse professionals in Chicago’s professional financial services industry at 5th annual summit. Topics to include the impact of increased technology on professionals of color… <a href="https://www.fspchicago.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/FSP-Summit-Press-Release-Fifth-Annual.pdf">Read More</a></p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>Financial Services Pipeline (FSP) Initiative hosts 5th Annual Intern Career Conference</title> <link>https://www.fspchicago.org/financial-services-pipeline-fsp-initiative-hosts-5th-annual-intern-career-conference/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Courtney Hollins]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 26 Jul 2018 21:57:31 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[FSP News]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.fspchicago.org/?p=2265</guid> <description><![CDATA[On July 12, 2018, over 120 interns and students joined business leaders from nineteen Chicago-area Financial Services firms and several non-profit organizations at the Fifth-Annual… Read More]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>On July 12, 2018, over 120 interns and students joined business leaders from nineteen Chicago-area Financial Services firms and several non-profit organizations at the Fifth-Annual…</p> <p><a href="https://www.fspchicago.org/events/fsp-hosts-its-fifth-annual-summer-intern-career-conference/">Read More</a></p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>Press Release: Fifth Annual Intern Career Conference</title> <link>https://www.fspchicago.org/press-release-fifth-annual-intern-career-conference/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Courtney Hollins]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Tue, 10 Jul 2018 16:19:48 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[FSP News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Press]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.fspchicago.org/?p=2252</guid> <description><![CDATA[The Fifth Annual Intern Career Conference is July 12, 2018. This Event Builds a Pool of African American and Latino Talent for the Financial Services Industry. Read More]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Fifth Annual Intern Career Conference is July 12, 2018. This Event Builds a Pool of African American and Latino Talent for the Financial Services Industry. <a href="https://www.fspchicago.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/FSP-2018-Career-Conference-Press-Release-7.10.18.-FINAL-2.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Read More</a></p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>FSP Blog: Thinking About a Career in Financial Services? – Here are 5 Tips to Consider when Choosing a Major</title> <link>https://www.fspchicago.org/fsp-blog-thinking-about-a-career-in-financial-services-here-are-5-tips-to-consider-when-choosing-a-major/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Luis Zamudio]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Fri, 13 Oct 2017 16:25:11 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[FSP News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Press]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://fsp2018new.wpengine.com/?p=2042</guid> <description><![CDATA[If you are an incoming freshman or returning student who has yet to pick a major, we know it may seem like a high mountain to climb. But it is …]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you are an incoming freshman or returning student who has yet to pick a major, we know it may seem like a high mountain to climb. But it is one of the most important choices you will make as you start shaping your professional career… <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/thinking-career-financial-services-here-5-tips-consider-fsp-chicago/?trackingId=Nt2oyFqsUSIng6c4aBw%2BEA%3D%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Read More</a><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/thinking-career-financial-services-here-5-tips-consider-fsp-chicago/?trackingId=Nt2oyFqsUSIng6c4aBw%2BEA%3D%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener"></a></p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>Press Release: FSP Leaders and Partners to Convene at Fourth Annual Summit</title> <link>https://www.fspchicago.org/press-release-fsp-leaders-and-partners-to-convene-at-fourth-annual-summit/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Luis Zamudio]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Fri, 13 Oct 2017 14:50:58 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[FSP News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Press]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://fsp2018new.wpengine.com/?p=2041</guid> <description><![CDATA[More than 120 leaders from Chicago’s top financial services firms and community partners will convene on Friday, October 20 to discuss solutions and actions needed to increase diverse representation… Read …]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>More than 120 leaders from Chicago’s top financial services firms and community partners will convene on Friday, October 20 to discuss solutions and actions needed to increase diverse representation… <a href="http://fsp2018new.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Press-Release-2017-FSP-Summit-10.11.2017-FINAL.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Read More</a></p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>Press Release: Two New CEO Leadership Council Co-Chairs</title> <link>https://www.fspchicago.org/press-release-two-new-ceo-leadership-council-co-chairs/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Courtney Hollins]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Tue, 19 Sep 2017 14:50:32 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[FSP News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Press]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://fsp2018new.wpengine.com/?p=2032</guid> <description><![CDATA[John W. Rogers, Jr., Chairman and CEO of Ariel Investments, and Matt Feldman, President and CEO of the Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago will serve as the co-chairs and …]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-size: medium;">John W. Rogers, Jr., Chairman and CEO of Ariel Investments, and Matt Feldman, President and CEO of the Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago will serve as the co-chairs and ambassadors…<a href="http://fsp2018new.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/FSP-Press-Release_CEO-Council-Co-Chairs.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Read More</a></span></p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>Financial Services Pipeline (FSP) Initiative hosts 4th Annual Intern Career Conference</title> <link>https://www.fspchicago.org/financial-services-pipeline-fsp-initiative-hosts-4th-annual-intern-career-conference/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Courtney Hollins]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Fri, 04 Aug 2017 21:20:14 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[FSP News]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://fsp2018new.wpengine.com/?p=2012</guid> <description><![CDATA[In an effort to increase the representation of African Americans and Latinos within the financial services sector, the Financial Services Pipeline (FSP) Initiative brought together more than 100 interns at …]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<section class="interior single"> <div class="container"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-md-8"> <article> <div id="post-7564" class="item entry"> <div class="storycontent"> <p><a href="http://fsp2018new.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/FSP-Photo-e1501879668707.jpg" data-rel="lightbox-image-0" data-rl_title="" data-rl_caption="" title=""><img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" class="alignright wp-image-2013 size-medium" src="http://fsp2018new.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/FSP-Photo-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="200" /></a>In an effort to increase the representation of African Americans and Latinos within the financial services sector, the Financial Services Pipeline (FSP) Initiative brought together more than 100 interns at the fourth…</p> <p><a href="http://www.humboldtparkportal.org/financial-services-pipeline-fsp-initiative-hosts-4th-annual-intern-career-conference/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Read more </a></p> </div> </div> </article> </div> </div> </div> </section> ]]></content:encoded> </item> </channel> </rss>