by Iain Laidley | Oct 5, 2023
I joined ATLAS to make it possible for me to break into the finance industry – a world so defined by connections. My mother, an immigrant from Colombia, instilled in me the values needed to achieve success given what her experiences navigating a foreign land taught....
by Iain Laidley | Oct 5, 2023
I was driven to become an ATLAS Fellow by my upbringing; raised by a single mother, I quickly learned about the economic disparities of our society. My goal is to break barriers and access opportunities that have been traditionally inaccessible, fostering a successful...
by Iain Laidley | Oct 5, 2023
As a child of immigrant parents and a first-generation college student, I have always strived to give back to my family and those alike who have been historically disadvantaged in their education and career. I chose to become a part of ATLAS Fellows to grow...
by Iain Laidley | Sep 16, 2022
As an African American woman entering a white male dominated industry, it’s imperative to seize every opportunity that leads to the next step in my career. When I encountered the ATLAS Fellows program, I saw a glimpse of what my possible future could be because of the...
by Iain Laidley | Sep 16, 2022
I joined ATLAS Fellows because the program offered everything I required to not only succeed academically but also professionally. Coming from an immigrant family, I know the sacrifices that have been made for me to be where I am now, and I want to make the most of it...
