RTSWS Board Member Stephen Tisdalle Accepts New Role as CMO at FS Investments

RTSWS Board Member Stephen Tisdalle Accepts New Role as CMO at FS Investments

We are proud to announce that Stephen Tisdalle, a valued Rock The Street, Wall Street Board member, has taken on the role of Chief Marketing Officer at FS Investments, a global leader in alternative asset management.

Enrico Gaglioti, Co-President of FS Investments, is excited about Stephen’s appointment, remarking, “We look forward to Stephen’s leadership in driving our brand and marketing initiatives as we continue to grow.”

Stephen is eager to leverage the firm’s expanded capabilities, stating, “I am excited to bring the full power and breadth of our enhanced platform to our clients.”

Join us in celebrating Stephen’s achievement, a testament to the impactful leadership within the Rock The Street, Wall Street community.

A Strong Impact on Girls

A Strong Impact on Girls

The Marshall Fundamental Girls Build LA Club recently hosted a Lunch and Learn event, welcoming over thirty young women eager to learn about civic engagement and female empowerment. The event featured activities and discussions aimed at empowering young women and promoting community involvement. Representatives from Rock The Street Wall Street‘s Financial Literacy Club and Women in Business Club were invited, highlighting the importance of mentorship and community support in shaping the future leaders of tomorrow.

RTSWS Chosen by Jenny Johnson in Bloomberg’s #BracketsForACause Initiative

RTSWS Chosen by Jenny Johnson in Bloomberg’s #BracketsForACause Initiative

Bloomberg’s recent #BracketsForACause initiative has garnered attention worldwide, showcasing the generosity and commitment of global leaders in philanthropy. Each leader pledged $20k, resulting in an impressive $1 million impact. Among the notable figures is Jenny Johnson of Franklin Templeton, who selected Rock The Street, Wall Street (RTSWS) as her chosen cause.

The initiative, spearheaded by Bloomberg, aims to support various charitable organizations while adding an exciting twist to the tradition of March Madness. Johnson’s selection of RTSWS underscores the organization’s dedication to bringing the M in STEM to diverse high school girls, with a focus on financial and investment fundamentals.

Other leaders participating in the initiative include David Solomon of Goldman Sachs, supporting the Food Education Fund, Ken Griffin of Citadel, championing Achieve Miami, and Peter T. Grauer of Bloomberg, who backs The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research. The collective impact of these contributions is significant and demonstrates the power of philanthropy to effect positive change.

RTSWS expresses profound gratitude to Jenny Johnson and all the leaders involved in the initiative for their generous support. Their commitment not only amplifies the mission of RTSWS but also inspires hope and empowerment among young women pursuing careers in finance and STEM.

Additionally, special recognition goes to the BBG team for their outstanding work on the interactive piece: Bloomberg’s 2024 March Madness Brackets for a Cause. Michael Boyle, Julian Burgess, Brittany Harris, Jeremy Diamond, and Cédric Sam are commended for their efforts in creating an engaging platform for charitable giving.

As RTSWS joins in the excitement of March Madness, the organization extends its heartfelt appreciation to Jenny Johnson and all the leaders for their unwavering support in making a difference in the lives of young women around the world.

RTSWS Founder & CEO Maura Cunningham Recognized in Nashville Post’s In Charge 2024: Finance List

RTSWS Founder & CEO Maura Cunningham Recognized in Nashville Post’s In Charge 2024: Finance List

Rock The Street, Wall Street proudly announces that our Founder & CEO, Maura Cunningham, has been recognized in the Nashville Post’s In Charge 2024 : Finance list. This prestigious listing honors key leaders who significantly shape Nashville’s financial landscape, contributing to making the city an exemplary place for business and innovation.

Maura Cunningham, a seasoned finance professional, launched Rock The Street, Wall Street over a decade ago with the mission to engage more young women in the finance sector. Under her leadership, our organization has made a substantial impact, guiding countless girls towards financial literacy and empowerment.

This year’s In Charge list comprises a diverse group of leaders, from seasoned executives to innovative newcomers, all contributing to Nashville’s dynamic growth. Maura stands alongside other esteemed leaders such as Vic Alexander, Paul Allen, and Laurel Graefe, among others, each playing a critical role in their respective areas.

We celebrate Maura’s achievement and her unwavering commitment to transforming the financial futures of young women through education. Her inclusion in this list is a testament to the significant impact of her work and leadership.

WAKM | AM-950 Radio Interview

WAKM | AM-950 Radio Interview

Local radio program WAKM AM-950 interviews RTSWS Chief Operating Officer, Ashley Leftwich on International Women’s Day, March 8th. Ashley highlights RTSWS’s mission of inspiring high school girls with the M in STEM and focus on Financial & Investment fundamentals providing a pathway to the financial industry, where these young women pursue finance and economics and related degrees at more than 5x the national average. On this IWD Ashley shares how the team came together to celebrate their achievements over the years in reaching more than 6,000 young women with academic year-long programming.

TIAA, Rock the Street Wall Street, Team Up to Inspire Students to Pursue Careers in Financial Services

TIAA, Rock the Street Wall Street, Team Up to Inspire Students to Pursue Careers in Financial Services

To mark IWD Thasunda Brown Duckett, CEO of TIAA, hosted RTSWS Student CEOs for “A Day Full of Promise,” an immersive event to support emerging female leaders

“I know from personal experience how important it is for young women, especially for young women of color, to have exposure to corporate America…”

— Thasunda Brown Duckett

NEW YORK, NY, USA, March 8, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ — Rock the Street Wall Street (RTSWS), an organization that encourages diverse high school girls to pursue careers in the capital markets and financial workforce, joined TIAA, a leading retirement services provider, to provide the next generation of female leaders with an immersive, inspiring event that offered a first-hand look at careers in financial services.

The “A Day Full of Promise” event invited RTSWS Student CEOs—girls who have raised their hands to serve as leaders for their RTSWS cohort—to connect with TIAA leaders and executives at TIAA’s offices in New York City. The day’s event included a fireside chat between Thasunda Brown Duckett, President & CEO of TIAA, and Maura Cunningham, Founder and CEO of Rock the Street Wall Street, for an engaging discussion about their educational and career journeys and how they’ve built careers in financial services.

“It is a personal highlight for us to join Thasunda in such a key discussion showing our talented girls this incredible path forward, building on our programming with this extraordinary event,” said Maura Cunningham RTSWS Founder & CEO. “It’s an opportunity to celebrate International Women’s Day by empowering this future generation of female leaders, providing them with these real-world insights and lessons learned, building on the RTSWS programming and mentoring they receive throughout the year from our volunteers and financial investment professionals.”

In addition to the fireside chat, RTSWS Student CEOs participated in 10-minute roundtable conversations with other TIAA executives, where they could ask questions and gain deeper insight into the executives’ roles and business priorities. The event closed with the TIAA Women’s Network reception, where students continued fostering valuable relationships with TIAA leaders.

“I know from personal experience how important it is for young women, especially for young women of color, to have exposure to corporate America. As leaders, we know that talent is created equally, but opportunity is not,” said Thasunda Brown Duckett, President & CEO of TIAA. “This event allowed these students the opportunity to see what a career in financial services can offer. It’s my hope these young girls take this experience and recognize their unique voice and perspective matters, that they strive to take on leadership roles, and live authentically no matter the career they pursue.”

About Rock the Street Wall Street (RTSWS)

Rock The Street Wall Street (RTSWS) is an innovative nonprofit that brings the M in STEM to diverse high school girls, focusing on financial and investment mathematics and fundamentals, and dedicated to empowering young women with the knowledge and confidence to take control of their financial futures. Through mentorship programs, educational resources, and community events, RTSWS strives to bridge the gender gap in finance and inspire the next generation of female leaders in the industry.

About TIAA

TIAA is a leading provider of secure retirements and outcome-focused investment solutions to millions of people and thousands of institutions. It is the #1 not-for-profit retirement market provider[1], paid more than $5.6 billion in lifetime income to retired clients in 2022 and has $1.3 trillion in assets under management (as of 12/31/2023)[2].

1. As of July 21, 2022. Based on data in PLANSPONSOR’s 403(b) 2022 DC Recordkeeping Survey, combined 457 and 403(b) data.

2. As of December 31, 2023 assets under management across Nuveen Investments affiliates and TIAA investment management teams are $1,284 billion.