E49: Spencer Carey - Research Fellow at Contrary & Investment Banker at Wells Fargo
Iconic Conversations with Spencer Carey - Research Fellow at Contrary & Investment Banker at Wells Fargo
Spencer Carey is a recent graduate from NYU, a research fellow at Contrary, and an investment banker at Wells Fargo
During his time at NYU, he helped run NYU Stern’s first Venture Capital organization, the Strategic Venture Society. Here, he built out the club’s external partnerships initiative to work with VCs, co-hosted the club’s podcast, Founder Friendly, led NYU’s Venture Capital Investment Competition team in 2023, and helped organize an NYU-only VC pitch competition, NYU VC.
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Takeaways
Post-grad life can be a period of reflection and transition, but having a support system and being intentional with time allocation can make the process easier.
Joining organizations and clubs in college can provide valuable experiences and connections that shape your career path.
Investment banking offers opportunities to learn from senior bankers and gain insights into strategic decision-making in various industries.
Being reflective and asking why are important for personal and professional growth, as they help you understand your motivations and make informed decisions.
Seeking mentorship and being kind to others can create a supportive and collaborative work environment.Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:07 Heart and Post-Grad Life
09:41 Future Plans and Living on the West Coast
11:05 Transition from Internship to Full-Time Job
13:38 Insights into Investment Banking
15:44 Learning from Senior Bankers and Management
19:48 The Role of Kindness in Banking
24:27 Choosing Investment Banking as a Career
26:13 Exploring Different Career Paths
30:34 Importance of Reflection and Asking Why
32:17 Earning Your Ask and Learning How to Learn
35:53 Reflecting on Accomplishments and Seeking Mentorship
38:00 The Value of Reflectiveness and Asking Why
44:10 Future Plans and Podcasting
45:11 Contact Information
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