TREASURER CONYEARS-ERVIN, BMO HOST BUILDING WEALTH TODAY FOR TOMORROW FINANCIAL EMPOWERMENT WEEKEND
relationships to obtain job opportunities within the financial
services industry, join workshops on saving money, buying
a home or starting a business, and access much more.
a space for residents to access the tools they need to build
brighter financial futures and address the racial wealth gap.
I hope our attendees found this weekend truly empowering,
and I’m already looking forward to next year’s event!”
“We were so excited to partner with the Treasurer and her office to bring real financial progress to Chicago residents and families,” said Eric Smith, Vice Chair, BMO Financial Group. “Partnerships like these are at the core of our Purpose to Boldly Grow the Good in business and life and exemplify our commitment to build a thriving economy, sustainable future, and inclusive society throughout the communities we serve.”
On Friday, Sept. 30, the Financial Services Career Fair provided an opportunity for diverse candidates from across the city to find career opportunities in the financial services industry and beyond. Participants had the chance to engage with more than 50 participating employers on-site including BMO, Wintrust, CIBC, JP Morgan Chase, and more. The event featured career readiness workshops, resume reviews, chats with career coaches, mock interviews, complimentary professional headshots, and other resources.
On Saturday, Oct. 1, the Financial Empowerment Summit featured free information for Chicagoans on topics related to financial planning and credit building, keys to homeownership, money management and access to capital, real estate, and so much more. The day had keynote speakers Daymond John of ABC’s “Shark Tank,” Bill Rancic, the first “The Apprentice” winner, hip-hop mogul MC Lyte, and many more.
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