MBA Fast Track to Finance Conference
May 28, 2026 | NEW YORK, NY
Unlock early access to top MBA talent at this premier recruiting event. Showcase your organization's career opportunities in financial services, connect with exceptional MBA women before they hit campus, and position yourself as their employer of choice.
Connecting with Leading talent
Empowering the Next Generation of Finance Leaders
The Forté MBA Financial Services Fast Track Conference is a high-impact, one-and-a-half-day event designed to introduce admitted MBA students — particularly women — at Forté partner schools to the breadth of career opportunities in financial services. Held annually in New York City, the conference offers early exposure to top firms across investment banking, asset management, private wealth, and portfolio management.
For mission-forward companies, this event presents a strategic opportunity to engage with high-potential talent before they begin their MBA programs. Through executive panels, focused networking, and industry showcases, sponsors can build brand awareness, share insights, and foster relationships with future finance leaders. The conference is free to attendees, with a refundable deposit ensuring broad access and strong participation.
2025 MBA Fast Track to Finance Conference Participants
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113
Registered MBA Candidates pursuing careers in finance -
106
MBA Candidates participated in conference resume book -
13
Leading business schools represented -
60%
of 2024 Attendees went into Finance (only 33% of MBAs on average go into Finance)

Fast Track opened the doors for me to connect with like-minded women at all levels — from MBA candidate to Managing Director"
- Financial Services Fast Track attendee
Why Sponsor
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Early Access to Top Talent
Engage with high-potential, pre-MBA women from Forté partner schools before formal recruiting begins. Sponsors gain a head start in building relationships with future finance leaders from top programs like Columbia, Booth, Tuck, and Yale SOM. -
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Brand Visibility Among Future Decision-Makers
Position your firm as a champion of gender equity and career development in finance. The event offers strong visibility among a curated audience of ambitious, career-focused women. -
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Direct Engagement Through Panels and Networking
Participate in panels, workshops, and informal networking sessions that allow for authentic dialogue and meaningful connections. Sponsors can showcase their culture, values, and career pathways in a high-touch environment. -
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Support DEI and Talent Pipeline Goals
Demonstrate your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion by investing in early career development for women in finance. Sponsorship aligns with long-term workforce strategies and ESG priorities. -
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Insight into Emerging Talent Trends
Gain firsthand insight into the aspirations, questions, and concerns of incoming MBA students. Sponsors leave with a deeper understanding of how to tailor recruitment messaging and support structures for the next generation.

The Fast Track conference helped me narrow down the types of roles that would work for me if I go into financial services, given what I’m trying to do. "
- Alissa Del Toro, London Business School, Financial Services Fast Track attendee
Participant Profile

Become a Sponsor
CONFERENCE SPONSORSHIP
$16,000
- Highlight inspiring women role models with a featured speaker panel opportunity
- Access to digital resume book and registrant contact list
- Connect with top talent from Forté partner schools at the
- Recruiter Roundtable and Career Networking Reception
- Increase brand recognition in pre-event promotional digital marketing, on the event website, and at the conference
QUESTIONS
- For more information about sponsorship or Forté partnership, contactRachel Harrington at rachel@fortefoundation.org