Press Releases, News & Events
RTSWS works closely with reporters and industry leaders. Below are featured press releases, news coverage and industry events. We also have a videos and testimonials available here. Please reach out if you have media inquiries media@rockthestreetwallstreet.com
Press Releases
Rock The Street Wall Street Closes the Market at Toronto Stock Exchange, Celebrates Milestones of Empowering 7,000 Young Women in Finance and Expanding Further in Toronto
Rock The Street, Wall Street (RTSWS), a leading nonprofit dedicated to bridging the gender gap in finance celebrated key milestones at Toronto Stock Exchange during a special market close ceremony on October 24. The event marked the achievements of empowering over...
Rock The Street, Wall Street – Canadian Bankers Association Closes the Market in Toronto
On October 24, 2024, Ashley Leftwich, CEO of Rock The Street, Wall Street (RTSWS), joined Cindy Bush, TMX Group’s Chief Human Resources Officer, at the Toronto Stock Exchange to close the market in celebration of RTSWS’s impact, reaching over 7,000 young women with...
Rock the Street Wall Street Announces New Collaboration with Manulife John Hancock’s Wealth and Asset Management Division to Provide More Young Women Access to Financial and Investment Fundamentals
Boston – Rock The Street, Wall Street (RTSWS), a nonprofit dedicated to bringing the M in STEM to young women, with a focus on financial and investment mathematics, has announced a new collaboration with Manulife | John Hancock’s global wealth and asset management...
RTSWS Celebrates Milestone of Empowering 7,000 Girls through Financial & Investment Education
Rock The Street, Wall Street (RTSWS), a leading nonprofit dedicated to introducing underrepresented high school girls to financial and investment mathematics, proudly announces a significant milestone in its mission. As of today, RTSWS has empowered over 7,000 girls,...
Rock The Street Wall Street Welcomes New CEO as its Founder Assumes Role of Chair
Rock The Street, Wall Street (RTSWS), a high-impact nonprofit empowers underrepresented high school girls by reintroducing the M in STEM with a focus on financial and investment mathematics, announced its leadership transition. Ashley Leftwich, the Chief Operating...
RTSWS Announces Canadian Advisory Council Expanding its Financial & Investment Literacy Programming for Toronto’s High School Girls
During Financial Literacy Month, Rock The Street, Wall Street (RTSWS), bringing the M in STEM to diverse high school girls, is proud to announce the establishment of its Canadian Advisory Council, featuring prominent industry leaders. RTSWS is dedicated to bringing...
Industry Events
Navigating Paths in Finance: Insights from Our Fireside Chat with Industry Leaders
In a riveting fireside chat during our recent Student CEO Summit, Kameka Grady, VP of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Lincoln Financial, alongside Ashley Leftwich, CEO of Rock The Street, Wall Street, shared their valuable insights and experiences with our talented...
Driving Inclusion Across The Industry: Leaders Share Best Practices on Expanding Participation in the Capital Markets | A Panel Discussion
TMX Market Centre24 October | 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM 4:15 PM Arrivals & Reception
RTSWS at Harvard University Undergraduate Women in Business’ 20th Annual Intercollegiate Business Convention and Career Fair
Date: October 6, 2024 Location: Sanders Theater, Harvard University | Virtual and In-Person Event Overview: Rock The Street, Wall Street (RTSWS) was honored to participate in Harvard University Undergraduate Women in Business' 20th Annual Intercollegiate Business...
RTSWS in the News
Empowering Future Women Investors: A Glimpse into RTSWS Financial Literacy Workshops
Stephanie Schils, a dedicated financial professional, recently shared her inspiring experience leading a Rock the Street, Wall Street (RTSWS) workshop series at a New York City public high school for international students. Over five weeks, she guided 25 multilingual...
RTSWS Student Releases ‘Meow Money’ book to Empower Kids with Financial Literacy
Abby M., a 17-year-old senior and Rock The Street, Wall Street Affiliated Student in California, has published Meow Money, a children's book designed to introduce young readers to financial literacy. Combining her love for comics and her passion for economics, Abby...
RTSWS Sponsor Cetera Financial Group Recognized for Wealth Management Awards
Cetera Financial Group, a sponsor of Rock The Street, Wall Street (RTSWS), has been named a finalist for four 2024 Wealth Management Industry Awards, "The Wealthies." One notable recognition is for Cetera's Women's+ Employee Resource Group (ERG) and its impactful...
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