In a career journey panel discussion on Feb. 26, Wells Fargo leaders worked to empower 40 student-athlete leaders — one man and one woman from each attending school — during the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) basketball tournament at the Baltimore Convention Center.
Continuing a partnership with the CIAA and the banking institution, the goal of the event was to spotlight employment opportunities and Wells Fargo’s support for the community, while also helping attendees navigate their college journey to position them for their professional careers.
“The CIAA’s commitment to excellence in everything they do to support the well-being of student-athletes on and off the court or playing field is a mission that resonates with our bank,” said Gigi Dixon, Wells Fargo’s head of External Engagement for Diverse Segments, Representation, and Inclusion, in a 2023 statement. “While helping the conference achieve their financial goals, we also look forward to being at the forefront of aiding in the strengthening and growth of each of the member institutions and surrounding university communities.”
Event speakers included Wells Fargo’s Ben-James Brown, Julius Macaulay, Elijah Fox and Lisa Thaxton. Attendees learned about each person’s role with the bank, their previous experience, and which networks and organizations played a key role in helping them get where they are today.
“The reason why it’s important is because Wells Fargo is the Bank of Doing. The partnership and the investment are a collaboration. We are a community and we want to take care of our community. Wells Fargo is helping us take care of our future,” said CIAA Commissioner Jacqie McWilliams-Parker. “CIAA is about legacy, leadership, and community and the Bank of Doing is helping us do that.”