Our Mentors are students who have successfully navigated the wild recruiting journey and want to give back to the community. They want to make the business world more accessible to historically excluded communities by being available for any questions or advice.

For current students wanting to be a mentor please reach out to the Vice President of Career Mentoring or our Presidents.

Scroll down to see our mentors in the following careers.

Meet our Mentors

Investment Banking

  • James Heath

    VICE PRESIDENT OF CAREER MENTORING

    Class of 2025

    Major: Computer Science & Political Science

    Interests: Venture Capital, Start-Ups, Investment Banking

    Incoming: Dormplex (2023), Investment Banking at Goldman Sachs (2024)

    Previous: Goldman Sachs Emerging Leaders Series (2022); First Independence Bank (2022)

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  • Marian Zottola

    SENIOR MENTOR LEADER

    Class of 2024

    Major: Economics and Film & Media Studies

    Interests: Investment Banking, Swimming Economy

    Incoming: Investment Banking at RBC Capital Markets (2023)

    Previous: Financial Analyst at Focus Advisory Group (2022), Out4Undergrad Summit (2022)

    Organizations: Out4Undergrad

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  • Atiyk Ahmeed

    JUNIOR MENTOR LEADER

    Class of 2025

    Major: Economics

    Interests: Investment Banking & Consulting

    Incoming: Investment Banking Summer Analyst at UBS

    Previous: Growth Equity at PeakSpan (JTerm 2023), Consulting at Deloitte (2022)

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  • Amy Zou

    JUNIOR MENTOR LEADER

    Class of 2025

    Major: Economics and Psychology

    Interests: Investment banking, ESG

    Incoming: Investment Banking summer analyst at Nomura

    Previous: Explore Nomura Diversity Program (2023), TD securities First Look Women’s S&T program (2023), Moelis Leadership Diversity Program (2023), Audax Women in PE program (2022), Peakspan immersion program (2023)

    Organizations: Recalc Academy, Girls Who Invest

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  • Noah Vogel

    JUNIOR MENTOR LEADER

    Class of 2025

    Major: International Politics & Economics, Chinese

    Interests: Investment Banking, Venture Capital

    Incoming: Investment Banking Summer Analyst at RBC Capital Markets (2023)

    Previous: Business Strategy Consultant at Opportunities Credit Union (2022)

    Organizations: SEO Success, MLT Career Prep, Bridge the Gap

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  • Elisa Bautista

    JUNIOR MENTOR LEADER

    Class of 2025

    Major: International Politics & Economics, Spanish

    Interests: Investment Banking, Asset Management

    Incoming: Asset Management Sophomore Summer Analyst at the Harvard Management Company (2023), Investment Banking at RBC Capital Markets (2024)

    Previous: Goldman Sachs Possibilities Summit (2023); Talson Capital Management (2022); RBC Women's Advisory Program (2022); JP Morgan Chase Career.edYOU Academy (2022); Develop with Deutsche Bank (2022)

    Organizations: Girls Who Invest, SEO Edge, Recalc Academy

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  • David Gross

    JUNIOR MENTOR LEADER

    Class of 2025

    Major: International Politics & Economics, Spanish

    Interests: Investment Banking, Private Equity, Real Estate

    Incoming: Investment Banking Summer Analyst at RBC Capital Markets (2023)

    Previous: Tuck Bridge Summer Program (2022), Leasing Assistant at Cove Property Management (2022)

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Consulting

  • Atiyk Ahmeed

    JUNIOR MENTOR LEADER

    Class of 2025

    Major: Economics

    Interests: Investment Banking & Consulting

    Incoming: Investment Banking Summer Analyst at UBS

    Previous: Growth Equity at PeakSpan (JTerm 2023), Consulting at Deloitte (2022)

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  • Firdaus Shallo

    JUNIOR MENTOR LEADER

    Class of 2025.5

    Major: International Politics and Economics

    Interests: Consulting

    Incoming: Consulting Summer Associate at KPMG (2023)

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  • Miguel Velasquez

    SENIOR MENTOR LEADER

    Class of 2023

    Major: Sociology, Spanish

    Interests: Consulting, Policy Advocacy

    Incoming: Associate at Boston Consulting Group (BCG)

    Previous: IBM Accelerate Consulting Track (2022); DEI Intern at JP Morgan Chase (2021); Exploration Month at McKinsey (2022); Discover BCG (2022); Consulting Externship at PwC (2022); Undergraduate Connect at EY (2021); Virtual Insight into Goldman Sachs (2021); Morgan Stanley Early Insights (2021); Citi Early ID (2021); Discover Bloomberg Summit (2020)

    Organizations: SEO Success; Leadership Enterprise for a Diverse America

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Wealth Management

  • Gianna Palli

    SENIOR MENTOR LEADER

    Class of 2023.5

    Major: Economics, Art History

    Interests: Private Wealth Management

    Incoming: Private Wealth Management Summer Analyst at Goldman Sachs

    Previous: Economic Research Intern at Vermont Chamber of Commerce (2022), Clinical Research Assistant at Massachusetts General Hospital (2021)

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Entrepreneurship

  • Ajani Wilson

    JUNIOR MENTOR LEADER

    Class of 2024.5

    Major: Political Science

    Interests: Start-Ups, Entrepreneurship, Policy Advocacy, Private Equity

    Incoming: Portfolio Company Sophomore Summer Analyst at Audax (2023)

    Previous: Legislative Fellow at Monument Advocacy (2022); Intern at Tank Utility (2021)

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  • James Heath

    JUNIOR MENTOR LEADER
    Class of 2025

    Major: Computer Science & Political Science

    Interests: Start-Ups & Entrepreneurship, Investment Banking, Venture Capital,

    Incoming: Dormplex (2023), Investment Banking at Goldman Sachs (2024)

    Previous: Goldman Sachs Emerging Leaders Series (2022); First Independence Bank (2022)

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Private Equity

  • Liban Chibssa

    SENIOR MENTOR LEADER

    Class of 2024

    Major: International Politics and Economics

    Interests: Private Equity

    Incoming: Private Equity Summer Analyst at Audax (2023)

    Previous: Growth Equity Winter Analyst (JTerm 2023), Consulting at Diive (2022), Goldman Sachs Possibilities Summit

    Organizations: SEO Edge, BLK Capital Management, Recalc Finance Accelerator

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Why we care about diversity in business

  • "I think that diversity in banking is absolutely crucial. When you have the diversity you’re able to have the most innovative minds working together as well having people to advocate for under represented communities. In business it’s hard for people of color to get in and the more people of color break barriers the more equal opportunities become."

    Katya Juarez, Member ‘24 | Incoming Corporate banking Analyst at JP Morgan Chase

  • "I care about diversity in business because I appreciate seeing more and more people represented in business and I think it's very important to break down barriers that have historically been present for people from underrepresented communities."

    Orlando Caceres, Member ‘25

  • “In order to create a prosperous future — a future that allows everyone an opportunity to have their voices heard, acknowledged, and respected, we need diversity in business and there’s no better time than now. ”

    Brian Conde-Martinez, Vice President ‘25

  • "I care about diversity because being a woman and POC, I think it is important to be represented. MiddDIB is an organizationworking to help move forwatd in that process and eliminate the gap in the corporate world."

    Tayyaba Akhtar, Vice President ‘25

  • "Having diverse decision makers is imperative for short-run & long-run success. It's a fact that diverse groups perform better than homogeneous ones."

    Kyle Santiago, Member ‘25

  • “Diversity brings out the best in groups. When we meet, live, and work with people who are culturally different, we are more likely to be exposed to new ideas and ways of thinking.”

    Noah Vogel, Vice President ‘25 | Incoming Investment Banking Summer Analyst at RBC

  • "Diversity brings new perspectives and voices to the table that help foster creativity and innovative problem solving. It has made every team I've worked on a better experience."

    Emily Nagatomo, Member ‘23 | Incoming Sales & Trading Analyst at BNP Paribas

  • "We founded MiddDIB because while the effort to diversify business is widespread, it must also be intentional. Our team would like to make our intentions clear, to make sure business is a comfortable and welcoming field for all to enter."

    James Heath, Co-President ‘25 | Intern at Dormplex

  • "From decision-making to strategic operations, teamwork is fundamental to any successful business venture. Having a well-rounded, diverse team acts as the backbone when executing important projects."

    Karina Martir, Member ‘24

  • "It is essential that diverse voices are brought to the decision making table, not only because diversity leads to better outcomes for businesses but because it is the right thing to do."

    David Gross, Co-President ‘25 | Incoming Investment Banking Summer Analyst at RBC

  • “It’s important that everyone gets equal opportunities to get a seat at the table — regardless of origin or gender. MiddDIB is a pathway to achieving this vision by preparing and developing confidence and skill to break into the business world.”

    Sanaa Wong, Member ‘25

  • “MiddDIB cultivates a supportive space for minority students in a predominately white industry. The club offers underrepresented students with educational and networking opportunities that help them stay informed about the opportunities."

    Liban Chibssa, Member ‘24 | Incoming Private Equity Summer Analyst at Audax