Become an Employer of choice
for college women exploring careers in finance.
College Fast Track to Finance Conference
FEBRUARY 20, 2026 | NEW YORK, NY
Position your company as the employer of choice for
Forté college women exploring careers in investment banking,
investment management, and corporate finance
HOSTED BY
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.
2025 College Fast Track to Finance Conference Participants
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42%
of participants coming from non-business majors, broadening the pipeline of students entering finance -
105
Students connected with participating companies -
45%
Sophomores & Freshmen -
95%
of students agree: The conference gave me the opportunity to engage with companies I wouldn't have interacted with otherwise.
The 2025 Fall College Fast Track to Finance Conference brought together a diverse cohort of students from 77 undergraduate institutions, with a strong representation of juniors (51.43%) and sophomores (39.0%).
Hosted by Truist, in Charlotte, NC , the event showcased a dynamic pipeline of future finance professionals, with 36.19% of attendees majoring in Business - Finance and notable interest in Economics (18.10%) and Computer Sciences (12.38%). The participant pool was predominantly Asian/Pacific Islander (68.57%), followed by Black/African American (11.43%) and White students (9.52%), reflecting a growing multicultural presence in finance pathways. Over one-third (35.24%) 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. With zero representation from majors like Communications, Political Science, and Liberal Arts, the event’s academic focus leaned heavily toward quantitative and business disciplines, aligning with the sector’s evolving demands.
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Why Sponsor
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Direct Access to Emerging Talent
Engage with a diverse group of students from leading institutions, all actively exploring finance careers. -
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Brand Visibility
Showcase your company through logo placement on event materials, digital platforms, and signage at the venue. -
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Recruitment Opportunities
Participate in career expos and recruiter roundtables, and gain access to a digital resume book and registrant contact list. -
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Thought Leadership
Enhance your brand by providing a panelist who will serve as a featured speaker, sharing insights and expertise with attendees. -
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Support Student Accessibility
Contribute to the Student Travel Stipend Fund, ensuring that financial barriers do not prevent talented students from attending.
Participant Profile
Become a Sponsor
CONFERENCE SPONSORSHIP
$10,000 ($8,000 for partners)
Sponsor a Student Travel Stipend
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.
QUESTIONS
- For more information about sponsorship or Forté membership, schedule a 30-minute conversation with Rachel Harrington, Director of Corporate Members.
UNDERGRADUATE MEMBER SCHOOLS
Expect to meet students from leading business schools such as:
