During these times, corporations are being asked by their board, employees, and society to be more socially responsible.

The Wharton Club of New York is delighted to host a panel discussion featuring seasoned CSR professionals in the financial services and legal fields as they discuss their career paths and the numerous ways to get involved in CSR initiatives. The panel will lend their insights, experiences and career tips for those looking to make a career transition and anyone with an interest in having a social impact while working in a corporate setting.

Moderator:
Hedieh Fakhriyazdi
serves as the Director of Social Responsibility and Weil Foundation at Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP where she most recently launched the Weil Legal Innovators Program. She previously worked at Bloomberg LP in Corporate Philanthropy and Diversity and Inclusion. Hedieh is also an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Public Service at New York University’s Wagner Graduate School of Public Service and is on the Board of Directors for the United Way of New York City. Hedieh is a frequent speaker and advisor on topics related to corporate philanthropy, corporate social responsibility, diversity & inclusion and nonprofit management.

Panelists:
  • Lia Cartagena - serves as Manager of Social Responsibility and Weil Foundation at Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP and previously served as Vice President of the International Grant Program at the Citi Foundation.
  • Armand Biroonak - serves as Director of Community Affairs & Corporate Responsibility at UBS and previously worked at Bloomberg LP in Philanthropy & Engagement.
  • Minori Rueda - serves as Executive Director, Community Affairs, Morgan Stanley Foundation at Morgan Stanley and was previously the Associate Director of Community Affairs at UBS Wealth Management.

When:
Thursday, March 25, 2021
12:00 PM ET - 1:00 PM ET

Cost:
WCNY Supporting Members - $10 (WCNY supporting membership costs $95/yr at Join/Renew Membership)
Other Wharton Alumni & Alumni Guests - $20
Gold & Benefactor Members - $0

Meeting Access Information:
A link, accessible by personal computer, tablet or smartphone, will be emailed to all registered guests 24-48 hours prior to the event to the "Primary Email" address listed in your profile.  Please login to update your profile and confirm that the email address listed is correct.  We will attempt to provide the ability to ask questions at the end of the presentation and time permitting.

Register:
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Pre-registration is required.  Registration is subject to availability and will close on Thursday, March 25th at 9:00am.

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