What Type Of Person Thrives In The Investment Industry, According To An Equity Portfolio Manager At Allspring Global Investments
Alison, a Senior Equity Portfolio Manager, finds the daily dynamism of the stock market most rewarding, stating that "every day is different" and requires a "well-rounded" understanding of the world. This constant learning and mental stimulation are key aspects of what makes the investment industry so engaging for Alison.
Investment Management, Financial Markets, Stock Market Analysis, Portfolio Management, Global Finance
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Alison Shimada
Senior Equity Portfolio Manager
Allspring Global Investments
UC Berkeley
Harvard Business School, MBA
Political Science, American Studies
Finance (Banking, Fintech, Investing)
Finance
Honors Student
Video Highlights
1. Every day is different in the stock market and it's mentally stimulating.
2. The stock market requires a well-rounded understanding of the world.
3. Alison's passion for the stock market started early in her career and continues to be a driving force for her work.
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Q7: Favorite parts - industry
What do you enjoy most about being in your industry?
Well, I enjoy the aspect of investment. I really enjoy the stock market, and I've always enjoyed it. When I started my first job out of college, I didn't even know what the stock market was, really.
But once you get to know what it is, every day is different. With the stock market, it's just a new day every single day. That kind of environment to work in is very mentally stimulating and interesting.
You have to really understand many things about the world. I think it serves a person well to be well-rounded and have that kind of well-rounded information. So that's what I enjoy most.
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