“I decided to participate in the
fellowship program this summer
because I’ve had experiences in the
financial services sector and social
advocacy organizations, but wanted
to intertwine my interests and make
tangible impact through finance for
communities like mine that need it
most.”
WORK HIGHLIGHTS
• Published an 80 page report on reinvestment opportunities and bank profitability in underserved communities.
• Constructed an interactive database of over 50 reinvestment coalitions across the country. This resulted in direct partnerships between the BNCRC and other coalitions.
• Facilitated a banking tour with financial regulators from the Comptroller of the Currency, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, and the Department of Finance.
• Researched the ways that banks can enhance their bottom line by reinvesting in the communities they often priotize profiting from over serving.
BUFFALO HIGHLIGHT
Enjoyed exploring different places for Buffalo wings. Currently, Duff’s is in the lead with their BBQ and Medium wings.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHT
Enjoyed the bus tour of Buffalo on our first day. This was an eye opening experience illustrating the social and economic disparities on the East and West Sides.
INTERESTS
Red Cross, Guiding Eyes dogs, Asian American studies, La Croix, cows, boba, public finance, corporate social responsiblity, impact investing.
CONVENTIONAL AND UNCONVENTIONAL SKILLS
Basic proficiency in Mandarin, Microsoft Office, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook, Squarespace, and Wix. Master proficiency in making bubble tea.
