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Westbank Financials
Raising interest for careers in finance and advocating for the importance of financial literacy among youth
Raising interest for careers in finance and advocating for the importance of financial literacy among youth
Westbank Financials
Our Mission
Our mission is to advocate for the normalization of financial literacy, a skill that is often overlooked in the mainstream education system. Through interviews, research papers, educational videos, and blog posts we publicize the “behind the scenes” aspect of working in finance and majoring in finance while still providing the necessary resources to ensure the youth have a fundamental grasp of the essentials of finance. With your help, we can standardize and popularize financial education to ensure that everybody understands this vital skill.
SUCCESS IN NUMBERS
Exclusive interviews with investors with extensive industry experience, from BlackRock to JPM.
5+ Interviews
Through presentations and curriculum, students across all of the state of Washington have been positively impacted.
1000+ Students Impacted
A growing community of outreach members seeking diverse perspectives in the industry.
20+ Volunteers
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POLITICAL ADVOCACY
We engage in political advocacy to promote policies that ensure that comprehensive financial education is accessible to all students. We focus on supporting legislation such as House Bill 1285, which seeks to make financial literacy a mandatory graduation requirement in Washington State.
Recent interview
In this episode, we had the opportunity to interview Jeffrey Bede, the head of ORIX Growth Capital. Throughout the interview, Mr. Bede shares his experiences in the private credit industry and discusses how the industry has changed with the introduction of new funding methods. Join us as we dive into his insights and the lessons he’s learned along the way!
Recent News
Meeting with Washington State Treasurer Mike Pellicciotti to discuss the future of financial education.
Conrad Krol, the founder of Westbank Financials, sharing his thoughts on financial literacy at the Washington Economic Symposium.