Join Ashley Leftwich, CEO of Rock The Street, Wall Street (RTSWS), for an inspiring conversation with Kathryn Robinson, an accomplished investor who built a 15-year career spanning hedge funds and family offices.

From her roots in a small mining town in South Africa to managing global investments in London, Kathryn shares a powerful journey of resilience, adaptability, and purpose. She offers a rare inside look at the fast-paced world of hedge funds, the legacy-driven focus of family offices, and the skills needed to succeed in today’s evolving finance industry.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

The real differences between hedge funds and family offices

How top investors evaluate companies beyond the numbers

Lessons from navigating a major investment fraud

Why coding and tech skills are essential for future finance careers

Strategies to overcome imposter syndrome and build confidence

Practical steps students can take to start investing and growing their network

Gives students and young professionals an honest, inside perspective on what it takes to thrive in finance today

Learn more about Rock The Street, Wall Street and our mission to bring the M in STEM to life: http://rockthestreetwallstreet.com

Disclaimer: All financial and investment information contained in this podcast is merely for educational and informational purposes. It is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Should you decide to act upon any information in this podcast, you do so at your own risk.