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Our premier banking preparatory curriculum is designed to equip high-achieving finance students with the technical skills, industry knowledge, and professional development necessary to secure competitive roles at investment banks and financial institutions...
MENTEES
Allison Torres-Guzman

Allison Torres-Guzman is a freshman at the University of Kentucky majoring in Finance and Accounting, with a minor in Spanish. Originally from Florence, Kentucky, she currently works with Your First Angel as a venture capital intern. Allison is drawn to investment banking for its fast-paced, high-stakes environment that consistently challenges her and places her at the center of critical business decisions impacting long-term growth and value. Outside of academics and work, she enjoys snowboarding and traveling internationally.

Caleb Boles

Caleb Boles is a freshman from Lexington, Kentucky, studying Finance with a minor in International Business at the University of Kentucky. He previously worked as an Equity Research Analyst with Bluegrass Capital Research, supporting research in partnership with a middle-market private equity firm, and is the founder and operator of Bluegrass Lawn Services. Caleb is drawn to investment banking for its fast-paced, competitive nature and its focus on complex business transactions.

Brady Hausfeld

Brady Hausfeld is a freshman from Cincinnati, Ohio, studying Finance and Accounting. He is interested in banking for its exposure to diverse industries and high-level financial transactions. On campus, Brady serves as Endowment Chair of Pi Kappa Alpha, where he works with national leadership to strengthen alumni engagement. Outside of academics, he enjoys golfing, skiing, and playing cards with friends.

Stellan Knopp

Stellan Knopp is a freshman from Louisville, Kentucky, majoring in Finance and Accounting. He is drawn to investment banking for its competitive, intellectually demanding environment and its role as a premier training ground within finance. Stellan has completed a structured equity research training program with Bluegrass Capital Research, gaining experience in valuation, financial modeling, and investment analysis. Outside of class, he enjoys working out, traveling, and watching football.

Daniel Baker

Daniel Baker is a freshman studying Finance and Accounting. Growing up in Kharkiv, Ukraine, and spending several years in the United States has shaped his global perspective and appreciation for opportunity. He is actively involved in finance-focused organizations across campus and enjoys building professional connections. He is drawn to investment banking for its rigor, steep learning curve, and emphasis on continuous professional growth.

Logan Kane

Logan Kane is a freshman from Crystal Lake, Illinois, studying Finance and Accounting. He serves as a Senior Analyst at Bluegrass Capital Research, where he leads junior analysts and contributes to the research, modeling, and publication of institutional-quality equity research. He is interested in investment banking for its fast-paced environment and the challenge of high-stakes transactions. His interests include working out, swimming, and spending time with friends.

Ben Murray-Cirulli

Ben Murray-Cirulli is a freshman from Villa Hills, Kentucky, pursuing a double major in Finance and Accounting. This summer, he will intern with Morgan Stanley’s Northern Kentucky Wealth Management group, supporting client relations. He is interested in investment banking for the opportunity to engage in fast-paced, collaborative, and high-impact work within a competitive environment as preparation for a long-term career in finance.

Mateo Kai

Mateo Kai is a freshman Wall Street Scholar from Ann Arbor, Michigan, pursuing a double major in Finance & Accounting at the University of Kentucky. This spring, he is working as a Savings Officer at The Health & Education Federal Credit Union building skills in banking and client relations. Mateo is drawn to investment banking because it combines analytical skill and high impact decision making.



