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19feb5:00 pm7:00 pmFeaturedBeyond the Balance Sheet: The Human AdvantageINDUSTRY MEET-UP5:00 pm - 7:00 pm New York, NY Event Organized ByForté Events

Event Details

Spreadsheets may quantify value, but people create it. In a world where AI is transforming finance, leaders are demonstrating every day that skills like empathy, judgment, and collaboration are not just relevant; they are essential. Hear from professionals from the TD Securities and Forté community as they share how technology is changing their work and how connection and continuous learning help them stay ahead.

Are you an experienced professional working full-time?
We look forward to seeing you at this FREE event.

Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY 10019

Hosted by

TD Securities

Forté Industry Meet-Ups are not intended for full-time students. Want to learn more? Reach out to us at  pro@fortefoundation.org.

  • Elizabeth St. Onge

    Managing Director, Head of Client Innovation & Advisory 
    Global Transaction Banking
    TD Securities

  • Feli Oikonomopoulou

    Founder & CEO at WealthMeUp
    & former VP at Bank of America

    MBA, Yale School of Management

  • Sylvia Ho

    Sylvia Ho

    Principal, Head of Data & IT
    The Weather Company
    Carnegie Mellon University (Tepper School of Business),  MBA 2011

    Sylvia has over 15 years of experience in the data, analytics, and AI field, striving for building intelligent solutions that drive the strategy and direction of any business. Sylvia started her career in her hometown Taiwan as a Data Mining consultant, focusing on solutions that managed risks in the financial industry. After pursuing an MBA degree at Carnegie Mellon University, she joined Kearney in New York City as an Analytics Associate, and then The Weather Company where she grew her career from being an individual contributor to a senior leader who manages a global team that covers the entire company’s data and AI needs.

In a time of rapid industry transformation, mid-career women in finance are being called to lead with clarity, resilience, and renewed ambition. This event offers a space to pause, reflect, and reimagine what growth looks like — not just in titles or metrics, but in energy, relevance, and purpose. Whether you're navigating burnout, considering a pivot, or doubling down on your current path, the evening will deliver fresh perspectives and practical insights to help you move forward with confidence.

Our top three tangible takeaways from this event:

  • 1

    Actionable Strategies for Career Resilience

    Gain practical tools to navigate burnout, skill up for the future, and redefine ambition in a rapidly evolving financial landscape. This isn’t just theory — it’s real-world advice from women who’ve weathered change and emerged stronger.
  • 2

    Personalized Insights from Industry Trailblazers

    Hear candid stories of pivoting, persevering, and finding purpose from panelists who’ve led through transformation. Their journeys offer inspiration and clarity for your own next steps — whether you're recalibrating or accelerating.
  • 3

    High-Impact Networking with Purpose

    Connect with peers, mentors, and potential collaborators who share your commitment to growth and equity. This is a chance to build relationships that energize and support your career — not just for today, but for the long haul.

Time

February 19, 2026 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm ET

Location

New York, NY

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