DFIC Podcast DeGroote Finance & Investment

In today's discussion, we had the pleasure of chatting with Laura Pearce, the Head of Marketing at Google Canada. Join us as we dive into Laura's captivating journey leading up to her current role, gaining insights into the dynamic world of marketing at one of the biggest tech companies.

In this episode, DFIC chats with Andrea Topić, the Director of Regulatory and Optimization at National Bank Financial, as she shares her wealth of knowledge and recounts the challenges and triumphs of the industry. Andrea discusses her background, work culture differences between Europe and Canada and offers inspiring and empowering advice for young professionals.

In this episode, DFIC spoke with Alex Pogacean about his time at Mac, on what was then McMaster's Investment club, and how he became interested and broke into the finance space. Alex talks about working at the trading floor during school, getting experience in the Wealth Management Space and his take on investment principles.

Books Recommended:


Psychology Money: Morgan Housel
Wealthy Barber: David Chilton
Wealthy Barber Returns: David Chilton
Just Keep Buying: Nick Maggiulli
How I Invest My Money: Brian Portnoy

DFIC had the opportunity to speak with Arabela Turulja: Current Ops M&A Consultant at KPMG. We overviewed Arabela's time at Mac and on DFIC, her advice and insights on student internships and rotational programs, as well as finding the confidence to take major career jumps. 

In Today's episode, we speak with Jordan Daniels - Campus Recruiter for Scotiabank Wealth Management and MD Financial. We overview Jordan's inspirational experiences prior to becoming a recruiter, Scotiabank's unique student recruitment process and invaluable advice for students aspiring to a career in a bank. 

In today's episode, we speak to Jeff Chan - current Senior Portfolio Manager, ESG Investing at Canada Post and McMaster and University of Toronto Alumni - about all things buy versus sell side, making the most out of a career in finance, the progression and development of ESG investing, alongside top advice and tips for students interested in this investment space.