How One Marine Vet Made the Transition to Wall Street

The speaker shares their journey from serving in the Marines, including the Battle of Ramadi, to transitioning into a finance career at Lehman Brothers. They discuss the challenges and skills involved in this transition, particularly during the financial crisis. The speaker emphasizes the value of veterans in the workforce, highlighting their leadership and soft skills, and the efforts to educate employers on these benefits.

What was the speaker's role in the Marine Corps before transitioning to finance?

• Logistics Specialist

• Intelligence Analyst

• Infantry Officer

• Artillery Battery Commander

Which company did the speaker join after leaving the Marine Corps?

• Morgan Stanley

• J.P. Morgan

• Goldman Sachs

• Lehman Brothers

During the financial crisis, what skill did the speaker find most valuable from their military experience?

• Team Building

• Grace Under Pressure

• Risk Management

• Technical Analysis

What is the annual target for hiring veterans at Citi, according to the speaker?

• 2000

• 1500

• 1000

• 500

Which of the following skills is NOT mentioned as a unique contribution of veterans to the workforce?

• Leadership

• Communication

• Strong Ethical Base

• Technical Expertise