USC Global Investment Society

USC’s Premier Finance and Investing Organization

GIS 2026 Investor Series

April 18th, 2026 from 10 AM - 2 PM PT on Zoom (RSVP Below)

The GIS Investor Series is an annual virtual conference featuring the biggest names in investing in finance. Attendees hear from established veterans of the industry and get a unique perspective on the market, learn about their investing strategies, and more.

This program is open to all eligible individuals. Global Investment Society operates all of its programs and activities consistent with the University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination. Eligibility is not determined based on race, sex [1], ethnicity, sexual orientation, or any other prohibited factor.

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2026 Investor Series Panel

David Breach

President & Chief Operating Officer
Vista Equity Partners
Richard Villa

Chief Financial Officer

The TCW Group
Jan van Eck

Chief Executive Officer

VanEck
Fred Liu

Founder

Hayden Capital
Matt Cole

Chief Executive Officer

Strive
Todd Barker

Co-Founder, CEO, & CIO

Freestone Grove Partners
Jeffrey Lin

Head of Thematic Equities

M&G Investments

GIS 2025-26 Final Investment Research Committee

April 27th, 6:00 - 8:00 pm, JFF LL105

GIS is excited to invite all students to attend our second and final Investment Committee of the 2025 - 2026 school year. Our four investment research teams will be presenting to a panel of investing professionals.

This program is open to all eligible individuals. Global Investment Society operates all of its programs and activities consistent with the University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination. Eligibility is not determined based on race, sex [1], ethnicity, sexual orientation, or any other prohibited factor.

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Our Purpose

The USC Global Investment Society is the premier finance and investing organization on campus. We bring a unique buy-side focus to provide our members with unparalleled opportunities to gain tangible finance experience. Most importantly, we are built on a culture of curiosity, support, and paying it forward.

Our Divisions

Investment Research

Investment Research is the premier division of GIS. With 4 teams across asset classes and industries, members create full-length investment pitches to present to the GIS community.

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Mentorship Program

The Mentorship Program provides high-achieving sophomores mentors to guide them through the finance recruitment process. Members receive 1-on-1 guidance throughout the recruitment cycle.

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Investment Academy

Members take courses on accounting, financial modeling, investment research, presentation-making, and more as they work towards their final project. Successful graduates are invited to join the Investment Research team.

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GIS Explore

The GIS Explore program is an introductory course for students from all backgrounds and experience levels. Students will develop a strong foundation of finance and investing, lectures, guest speakers and more.

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Flagship Events

GIS Investor Series

Hear from some of the biggest names in finance, exclusively at GIS. Featuring a distinguished panel of speakers who have disrupted and continue to disrupt the industry.

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GIS Diversity Summit

A unique networking opportunity for underrepresented students interested in a career in finance. Attendees will have a chance to network with diverse professionals across the spectrum of finance.

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Buy Side Night

A selective networking opportunity for students interested in the buy-side. Students will meet with professionals with careers in private equity, venture capital, and investment management.

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