Honoring 2026 Woman of the Year Kristie Feinberg
during Financial Literacy Month
We marked Financial Literacy Month with students and leaders during our annual Woman of the Year event in Boston, honoring Kristie Feinberg, President & CEO of Manulife John Hancock Investments, as RTSWS 2026 Woman of the Year, and Reginald Sanders, Managing Director at the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, as Supporter of the Year, hosting RTSWS students from 3 Boston-area high schools.
“Celebrating Financial Literacy Month with students in this way is incredibly meaningful,” shared Ashley Leftwich, CEO of RTSWS. “We are celebrating leaders who are achieving at the highest levels and who are committed to expanding access and pathways for others. At RTSWS, we see every day how knowledge, access and support compound over time to create real opportunities.”
Reflecting on the recognition, Kristie Feinberg shared, “It is an honor to be recognized by RTSWS, an organization that is changing trajectories. The work being done to connect students to real opportunities early in their journeys is critical. Access matters, and when we invest in people early, we help build financial knowledge, confidence and stronger long-term outcomes, strengthening not only individual futures, but the future of our industry.” The Woman of the Year Award was presented by industry leader Cynthia Lo Bessette, who reflected on the leadership, example and impact Kristie has made on the industry throughout her career.
Reginald Sanders was recognized for his instrumental role in advancing RTSWS’ Career Center and supporting pathways from education to employment. “RTSWS is creating something powerful,” he said. “By connecting students to knowledge, networks and real career opportunities, we are helping to build a stronger, more inclusive pipeline of talent. I’m proud to be part of this work and excited about what comes next for RTSWS and these talented students.”
The luncheon also highlighted RTSWS Founder Maura Cunningham, who recognized Board Members and presented Mr. Sanders with the Supporter of the Year Award, emphasizing his role in advancing student access through the RTSWS Career Center and mentoring opportunities.
RTSWS is Expanding to Asia
With the support of Manulife John Hancock, RTSWS announced a major advancement during the RTSWS Woman of the Year event, expanding its programming into Asia, launching its first cohort in Hong Kong. This milestone extends RTSWS’ reach across four countries and three continents, building on its presence in more than 30 cities. We look forward to sharing more in the coming academic year.
FEATURED OPPORTUNITIES
RTSWS Career Center
Explore the sampling of internships and jobs listed below as a glimpse into the exceptional opportunities our sponsors provide.
Client Representative: Global Shareholder Services Intern
(Undergraduate Students)
Franklin Templeton
Rancho Cordova, CA
2026 Investment Banking Strats Fall Associate Program
(Master's Degree Students)
Morgan Stanley
New York, NY
Emerging Leaders Conference
(Undergraduate Students - Rising sophomores (Class of 2029) and juniors (Class of 2028))
Forté Foundation
Washington, DC
Contact careercenter@rockthestreetwallstreet.com to post internships, entry-level jobs and
industry opportunities on the RTSWS Career Center.
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