Join RTSWS CEO Ashley Leftwich in conversation with Iryna Halubkova, an accomplished investor with over 15 years of experience across private equity, venture capital, and impact investing. Iryna shares how she built her career from the ground up, the importance of adaptability in a changing world, and the key trends shaping finance today—from AI and automation to sustainability and ESG.

She also discusses the power of mentorship and networking for women in finance:

“Your network stays with you throughout your life. It can become your clients, investors, or even your next team.”

Listen now to hear Ana’s insights on building confidence, staying curious, and thriving in the evolving world of finance.

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In this episode, Rock The Street, Wall Street CEO Ashley Leftwich speaks with Tafadzwa Chanakira, Assistant Portfolio Manager and Trader at Vanguard, about her path into finance and what a day in her life looks like on the equity index team.

Born and raised in Zimbabwe, Tafadzwa was first inspired by her uncle, who founded a bank and hosted a financial literacy program on TV. After studying economics and moving to England, she built a career in asset management and today helps oversee portfolios across global markets.

Tafadzwa shares career insights:

Be curious and keep asking questions

Step into spaces that challenge you

You do not need to know everything to begin, just start

Ashley Leftwich closes with why stories like Tafadzwa’s matter to RTSWS students: finance becomes a visible and attainable career path.

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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.

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.