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2026 Research Challenge 

Congratulations to our 2026 Winner John Carroll University


Thanks to all the team who competed this year: Baldwin Wallace University, John Carroll University, Kent State University and Walsh University.  Thanks to our graders Roger Klee, CFA and David Gossett, CFA and our judges Andrew DeAngelis, CFA, Mac Muirhead, CFA and Sam Wass, CFA 

Baldwin Wallace University

Kent State University
Walsh University

Now Open! Join the CFA Society Cleveland Candidate Discord Group today! Connect with other northeast Ohio candidates

  • ask questions
  • set up study groups
  • share resources
  • find out what's happening at CFA CLE
  • and more!

Join CFA CLE Discord Group Here


CFA Society Cleveland Mentor Program

Who: Members of CFA Society Cleveland and CFA Institute

Mentees: Early to mid career including CFA Candidates

Mentors: Mid to late career

What: The Mentorship Program is intended to provide a formal structure for CFA Society Cleveland members to develop constructive and beneficial mentor-mentee relationships and to foster connections across the Society’s membership base that may not have been formed otherwise. The goal of the Program is to serve as a foundation for forging new relationships that will continue after its conclusion.

When: April 2026 to September 2026

Where: Kickoff meeting will be April 16th, 12pm at The Union Club
Monthly meetings can be in person or virtual

How: Fill out the Mentor Program survey by March 15th

Mentor Survey Link
Mentee Survey Link

Mentorship Program FAQ

Mentorship Program Guidebook

Who do I contact with questions about this program?

You can contact Andrew DeAngelis, Career Services Chair, by email at 

[email protected]

Not a CFA CLE Member? Join today! You must be a CFA CLE member to participate in the Mentorship Program, Apply For Membership Here

Join CFA Cleveland today, yearly dues:

Local Member $150

Candidate Member $125

Student Member $50

Apply For Membership Here

Join CFA Society Cleveland as a Local Member

Did you know you can join CFA Society Cleveland as a Local Member?  You do not need to be a candidate or have the CFA Charter to join as a local member and attend events free!

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2026 Investing in Your Career for Students

Another successful year with 60+ plus students and 12+ employers.  Thanks to everyone who joined us for an informative day of career advice

Students attending Career Day

HR Panel with Donny, Ellesin, PNC

Finance panel with Andrew DeAngelis, CFA, Lisa Rosenthal, CFA and Cara Wood, CFA

CFA Society Cleveland is excited to announce our 2026 Asset Manager Partners, Local Partner and University Partners!  Thanks for the support of CFA CLE


Position your firm as an industry leader. Cultivate relationships with key clients. Maximize your exposure in the financial services industry. Become a CFA Society Cleveland corporate sponsor. Chose a sponsorship package that maximizes your return on investment, no matter your budget size. Sponsorship puts your firm in front of an elite audience and aligns you with our society’s mission to promote best practices and the highest ethical standards in the industry. You’re invited to connect with influential investment managers and financial decision-makers throughout Northeast Ohio.
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University Connections Newsletter

Latest Weekly Update Email

Job Postings Link

Ready to connect with the investment community here in Cleveland?  Want to learn about the people, events, projects, and firms that are making a difference?  Want all of that but feel like you don’t have the time?  This is the show for you. 
Welcome to Guardians of Finance.

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Upcoming Events


DeFi: Introduction to Blockchain and Cryptocurrency

This course provides a solid foundation for those who wish to gain an understanding of the fast-moving subject of decentralized finance (DeFi) and its impact on the asset management industry. Course content is informative, thought-provoking, and offers a glimpse into the future. This beginner-level course provides an essential introduction to the elements that define DeFi, including what it is, how it works, and the advantages it offers over more traditional centralized finance.

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