College Fast Track to Finance Conference

Become an Employer of choice

for college women exploring careers in finance.

College Fast Track to Finance Conference

Oct. 2, 2026 | Atlanta, GA

Position your company as the employer of choice for
Forté college women exploring careers in investment banking,
investment management, and corporate finance

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Connecting with Leading talent

Empowering the Next Generation of Finance Leaders

The Forté College Fast Track to Finance Conference is a high-impact, purpose-driven event designed to ignite interest in finance careers among college women from diverse academic and personal backgrounds. Through immersive simulations, leadership workshops, and direct engagement with industry professionals, students gain the skills, confidence, and clarity to explore finance pathways — no major required. By sponsoring this event, your organization plays a pivotal role in expanding access, demystifying the industry, and cultivating a more inclusive pipeline of future finance talent. Join us in shaping a sector that reflects the diversity of thought, experience, and leadership our global economy demands.

2026 College Fast Track to Finance Conference Participants

78%

of students still exploring internships and full-time positions
188

Students connected with participating companies
61%

First years and sophomores
95%

of students agree: The conference gave me the opportunity to engage with companies I wouldn't have interacted with otherwise.

The 2026 Spring College Fast Track to Finance Conference brought together a diverse cohort of students from 66 undergraduate institutions, with a strong representation of juniors (38.76%), sophomores (43.8%), and first generation students (16.85%)

Hosted by Truist, in Charlotte, NC , the event showcased a dynamic pipeline of future finance professionals, with 43.35% of attendees majoring in Business - Finance and notable interest in Economics (20.81%) and Accounting (8.1%). The participant pool was predominantly Asian/Pacific Islander (52.78%), followed by White (22.22%) and Black students (10%), reflecting a growing multicultural presence in finance pathways. Over one-third (41%) identified as first-generation college students, underscoring Forté’s commitment to equity and access. The conference served as a strategic touchpoint for students—primarily juniors and sophomores — to explore careers in finance, connect with industry leaders, and gain insights into the professional landscape.

Top schools in attendance: Columbia University, Cornell University, Duke University, Howard University, New York University, Spelman College, University of Michigan, University of Pennsylvania, Yale University

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Why Sponsor

1

Direct Access to Emerging Talent

Engage with a diverse group of students from leading institutions, all actively exploring finance careers.
2

Brand Visibility

Showcase your company through logo placement on event materials, digital platforms, and signage at the venue.
3

Recruitment Opportunities

Participate in career expos and recruiter roundtables, and gain access to a digital resume book and registrant contact list.
4

Thought Leadership

Enhance your brand by providing a panelist who will serve as a featured speaker, sharing insights and expertise with attendees.
5

Support Student Accessibility

Contribute to the Student Travel Stipend Fund, ensuring that financial barriers do not prevent talented students from attending.

CONFERENCE SPONSORSHIP

$10,000 ($8,000 for corporate members)

Secure Your Sponsorship

No student should miss out due to financial barriers! Forté provides travel stipends to make our conferences accessible to all. Your gift to the Forté Travel Stipend Fund will allow us to increase the amount and number of stipends we can award to undergraduates eager to attend. Travel Stipend Sponsors will be recognized at the conference from the podium and marketing materials including emails, sponsor pages, agendas, and event signage.