Arielle Wilson (BSM '25)

Name: Arielle Wilson

Hometown: Pleasantville, New York

Major: Finance

Minor: Accounting

Job: Investment Banking Analyst at Jefferies in Houston

Freeman Activities: Women Investing in Women (co-president), Burkenroad Reports Investment Research Manager, PJ’s Coffee Barista, Dean’s List, Honors student, Merit Award and partial Paul Tulane Award recipient, Delta Delta Delta Sorority, The Green Project volunteer, Cultivating Youth volunteer

Favorite Business Course: My favorite course was Burkenroad Reports because it taught me valuable skills in financial valuation, writing, and teamwork. I also appreciate how professors Peter Ricchiuti, Anthony Wood and Dee Fuchs dedicated significant time to working closely with and getting to know students.

Favorite Business Professor: My favorite business professor was Christine Smith. Not only does Professor Smith deliver interesting and engaging lectures, but she also does an exceptional job at listening to student feedback to maximize the effectiveness of her teaching.

Academic, extracurricular or personal achievement you're most proud of: The achievement I am most proud of is my time as a co-president of Women Investing in Women, a club for women pursuing careers in finance. During my nearly two years in this role, I dedicated significant time to mentoring other students, while also improving my leadership, teaching and public speaking skills. I also met many incredible people who inspired me in a variety of ways.

Top items on professional bucket list: The top two items on my professional bucket list are building a career that brings me happiness and becoming a respected leader. It is very important to me that I enjoy my work and feel passionate about what I do. I also hope to achieve a leadership role, where I can lead with strength and kindness, treating others with respect and empathy.

Fun Fact: I am training to run my third marathon.