Eagle Fund

Braydon Miller

Braydon Miller is a senior majoring in finance, with a concentration in Financial Analysis and Management. He is expected to graduate in Fall 2025. Upon graduation, Braydon’s goal is to work as a client associate with Landsberg Bennett with hopes of becoming a Financial Advisor in the near future upon completion of his CFP program. With the Eagle Fund, he assists management of the IT, Communication Services and Consumer Discretionary sectors. Apart from academics, some of Braydon's hobbies include golf, going to the beach, and reading.

Brian Cecchetelli

Brian Cecchetelli is a junior majoring in Finance with a concentration in Financial Analysis and Management and a minor in Entrepreneurship. He is expected to graduate in Spring 2026. Brian previously gained professional experience as a Financial Analyst Intern at Moran Wealth Management in Naples, where he assisted with equity research and alternative investment projects. He is also the Treasurer of FGCU’s Crypto Club, where he helps organize events and foster student engagement with emerging financial technologies. Looking ahead, Brian plans to pursue the CFA designation and a career in investment management as a portfolio manager or in venture capital. Outside of academics, he enjoys fishing and searching for shark teeth along Florida’s creeks and beaches.

Colsen Palmer

Colsen Palmer is a senior majoring in Finance with a concentration in Financial Analysis and Management, expecting to graduate in Spring 2026. He previously served as the first Wealth Management Intern at Suncoast Credit Union, where he gained hands-on experience supporting clients with financial strategies. Colsen holds his SIE certification and plans to pursue the Series 66 and Florida 2-15 license in 2025. After graduation, Colsen intends to pursue a career in financial planning. Outside of academics, he enjoys running and playing sports with friends.

Conner Brewer

Conner Brewer is a senior majoring in Finance with a concentration in Analysis and Management, graduating in May 2026. He plans to sit for the CFA Level I exam in November 2025 as the first step toward earning the charter. Conner’s long-term career goals include pursuing opportunities in portfolio management, private equity, or investment banking. Outside of academics, he is actively engaged in professional networking, equity research, and playing tennis.

Dario Benes

Dario Benes is a junior majoring in Finance with a concentration in Financial Analysis and Management. He is expected to graduate in May of 2027 and is currently pursuing the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation. After graduation, he plans to pursue a career in investment banking or hedge funds. Dario has gained professional experience working at Wells Fargo in a client-facing banking role. Additionally, he is involved in the FGCU Student Trading & Optimization Club (STOC), the Eagle Investment Team (EIT), CFA Society of Naples and serves as a board member of Little Angels Worldwide, a nonprofit organization supporting children in need. Outside of academics, Dario enjoys working out, reading, and staying updated on financial markets.

Drew McLaughlin

Drew McLaughlin is a senior majoring in Finance with a concentration in Financial Analysis and Management. He is expected to graduate in December 2025, after which he plans to obtain a CFA charter and pursue a career in wealth management. As a member of Eagle Fund, Drew contributes to managing the Industrials, Basic Materials, and Energy, and financial sectors. Drew is also a member of the Student Trading Optimization Club (STOC). Outside of academics, Drew enjoys watching football, going to the gym, spending time with family and friends, and golfing.

Johnathan Klein

Johnathan Klein is a senior majoring in Finance with a concentration in Financial Analysis and Management. He is expected to graduate Spring 2026. Upon graduating, Johnathan plans to pursue a career in Private Wealth Management. He is currently involved with the CFA Society of Naples and has later plans on becoming a CFA Charterholder. As a Research Analyst for the Eagle Fund, Johnathan will be focusing on the IT, Communication, and Consumer Discretionary sectors.  In his free time, he enjoys reading, traveling, and sports.

Madison Hanson

Madison Hanson is a senior majoring in Finance with a concentration in Financial Analysis & Management, along with a minor in Economics. She is expected to graduate in Spring 2026, after which she plans to pursue her IMBA in Thailand. Madison’s career interests include Bitcoin, Blockchain Technology, Thought Leadership & Influence. Madison is actively involved in the FGCU community, serving as the Founder and current President of the FGCU Crypto Club, Student Director of the FGCU Alternative Break program, and the House Manager for Malthouse Pilot Southern Scholarship Foundation house here on campus. Within the Eagle Fund, Madison is a Portfolio Manager, leading a team of analysts covering the Communication Services, Consumer Discretionary, and Technology sectors. Outside of academics, Madison enjoys training at Burn Boot Camp, skateboarding, traveling, and talking about Bitcoin.

Mason Cotter

Mason Cotter is a senior majoring in Finance with a concentration in Financial Analysis and Management. He is expected to graduate in Fall 2025. Mason is involved in both the Eagle Fund and the Lutgert Mentorship Program, which he is using to build real-world experience and explore different areas of finance as he decides which career path to pursue. For the Eagle Fund, Mason and his team are responsible for managing the Consumer Staples, Healthcare, Utilities, and Real Estate sectors. Outside of academics, he enjoys exercising, spending time outdoors, and being with family and friends

Nick Tisza

Nick Tisza is a senior majoring in Finance with a concentration in Financial Services. He is expected to graduate in May of 2026. Before transferring to FGCU, Nick earned his associate’s degree from Florida SouthWestern State College. Nick plans to move to Chicago or stay here in Estero, depending on where he finds a job, and become a Certified Financial Planner after graduation. His ultimate goal is to build a career in wealth management, helping individuals and families achieve financial security and growth.  This semester, Nick is looking forward to gaining experience as a member of The Eagle Fund, where he will participate in quantitative stock screening, portfolio back testing, fundamental research, financial statement modeling, and company valuation assessment. Outside of academics, Nick enjoys reading, sports, traveling, and spending quality time with friends and family.

Noah Veliz

Noah Veliz is a senior majoring in Finance with a concentration in Financial Analysis and Management. His expected graduation date is Fall of 2025, after which he plans to pursue a career in Private Wealth Management as well as attain the CFA and CFP designations. This past summer, Noah completed the Asset and Wealth Management Summer Analyst Program at J.P. Morgan Private Bank in Naples, where he will be returning as a full time Analyst in July. Noah is heavily involved at FGCU, mainly through his role as an Early College Programs mentor. For the Eagle Fund, Noah is responsible for managing the Technology, Communications, and Consumer Discretionary sectors. In his free time, Noah enjoys playing the guitar, going to the gym, playing tennis, and spending time with his friends and family.

Petar Nikolovski

Petar Nikolovski is a senior that is majoring in Finance with a concentration in Financial Analysis and Management. He is expected to graduate in Spring in the year 2026. As a member of the Eagle Fund, he manages the sectors of industrials, basic materials, energy and financials. For the future he is planning to participate in the Lutgert Mentorship Program and carefully prepare for his career in Finance. In his free time Petar enjoys soccer games, computer games and theme parks.

Taylor Riddiford

Taylor Riddiford is a senior majoring in Finance with a concentration in Financial Analysis and Management. She is expected to graduate Spring of 2026. This semester, Taylor is serving as a Portfolio Manager helping guide student analysts for the Eagle Fund over the healthcare, consumer staples, utilities, and real estate sectors. After graduation, Taylor plans to pursue a career in Wealth Management. She also plans to become a CFA Charterholder and is currently a CFA Society Naples student member. Taylor is also a current mentee of the Lutgert Mentorship Program Fall 2025. Outside of academics, Taylor is Vice President of her sorority Tri Delta, plays volleyball, and loves to spend time with her friends and family.

William McMillan

William McMillan is a senior at FGCU majoring in Finance with a concentration in Financial Analysis and Management. He is also aspiring for a minor in Real Estate. He recently completed an internship in the Accounts Receivable, Gift Cards department with Publix Corporate in Lakeland, Florida. He would help the managers and his department complete daily or weekly tasks like balancing excel sheets and filing checks and orders. After graduation William plans to join Publix Corporate's Real Estate Finance department which deals with stores rent, purchasing properties/stores, and collecting rent from other vendors. Outside of academics, William enjoys hiking, fishing, archery, reading, and spending time with family and friends.

Nicholas Malik

Nicholas Malik is a senior majoring in Finance with a concentration in Financial Analysis/Management and a minor in Economics. His expected graduation date is Fall of 2024. During this past summer, Nicholas interned at Moran Wealth Management where he Conducted extensive quantitative research to identify the best stock selection techniques within the Russell 1000 Value and Growth Indexes over the past 25 years and helped design new Large Cap Value and Growth model stock screens. This semester Nicholas will be a Portfolio Manager for the Eagle Fund working with analysts across all sectors focusing on portfolio positioning, sector weightings, position monitoring, sell discipline / replacement process, and risk management. Nicholas is interested in pursuing a career in the Hedge Fund or Private Equity industry.  Outside of academics Nicholas enjoys golfing, running, and spending time with his family and friends.

Andrew Garner

Andrew Garner is a senior majoring in Finance with a concentration in Financial Analysis and Management. His expected graduation date is Fall of 2024, after which he plans to pursue a career in Private Wealth Management as well as attain designations such as a CFA and CFP. In August, Andrew completed the Asset and Wealth Management Summer Analyst Program for J.P. Morgan Private Bank in Naples, where he will be returning full time in January. At J.P. Morgan, Andrew plays a role in constructing individualized portfolios and helping private clients achieve their desired financial outcomes. Throughout this semester, he will be a Portfolio Manager for the Eagle Fund where he will work with analysts from all sectors to select outperforming securities and be in charge of overall asset allocation in the large cap portfolio. Outside of his academics, Andrew owns and operates a mobile car detailing company and enjoys exercising, fishing, and spending time with family.

Brandon Bowens

Brandon Bowens is a senior majoring in finance with a concentration in analysis and management. Upon graduating in Spring 2025, he plans to stay in the Fort Myers area and pass his CFA Level 1 Exam. Brandon intends to utilize various resources, such as the Lutgert Mentorship Program, Eagle Fund, and FGCU professors to determine which avenue of finance he wishes to pursue, but has shown interest in wealth management. Involved in the CFA Society of Naples and FGCU Stock Club, Brandon believes extracurricular clubs are a great way to learn new skills pertaining to his career development. He is responsible for the financials, real estate, and utilities sectors of the FGCU Eagle Fund. Brandon owned and operated a pressure-washing business for three summers and enjoys lifting, reading, and spending time with his family. 

Brandon Hill

Brandon Hill is a senior double majoring in Economics and Finance with a concentration in Financial Analysis and Management. He is expected to graduate in Fall 2025. Upon graduation, his goal is to start a career as a Financial Analyst working towards being a Portfolio Manager and to become a CFA charter holder. For the Eagle Fund, Brandon is responsible for the Consumer Discretionary and Communication Services sectors. In his free time, Brandon also enjoys cooking, reading, traveling and spending time with family and friends.

Don Le

Don Le is a senior majoring in Finance with a concentration in Financial Analysis & Management. He is expected to graduate in Fall 2024, after which he plans to pursue his CFA and CFP designations. Don’s career interests include asset management, investment banking, and private wealth management. Don is actively involved in the FGCU community, serving as the current President of the FGCU Student Trading Optimization Club (STOC), a student-member of the CFA society of Naples, and a mentee in the Lutgert Mentorship program. For the Eagle Fund, he is responsible for managing the Industrials, Materials, and Energy sectors. In his free time, Don enjoys going to the gym, cooking, reading, traveling, and spending time with his friends and family. 

Isaac Williams

Isaac Williams is a senior majoring in Finance with a concentration in analysis and management. He expects to graduate spring 2025. Upon graduation, Isaac plans to go into corporate finance or become an analyst. He also plans to pursue a CFA license after. For the eagle fund, Isaac manages the technology sector. Isaac is involved with the STOC club as a secretary and the Black Student Association. In his free time, he enjoys baking, basketball, lifting weights and gaming. 

Isaiah Brownman

Isaiah Brownman is a senior majoring in Finance with a concentration in Financial Planning and minoring in Music. He is expected to graduate Fall 2024. He is interning with HBKS Wealth Advisors and plans to pursue a career in financial planning and personal or corporate financial advisory by earning licensing such as the Series 65 and the CFP designation. Isaiah is responsible for the Health Care and Consumer Staples sectors in the Eagle Fund. Outside of his education in finance, Isaiah’s passions include playing the saxophone, staying active in the gym, spreading the love of the Lord on campus, and, recently, golfing.

Justin Claussen

Justin Claussen is a senior majoring in Finance with a concentration in analysis and management! He is expected to graduate this fall of 2024. After graduation, he aspires to work as an equity research analyst or in a client-facing role as a financial advisor. He will also be attaining his CFA charter and CFP designation. He has the opportunity to intern at Capital Wealth Advisors throughout summer 2024 where he played the role of an analyst and got the opportunity to work side by side with the investment committee and the CIO. Justin is a member of the STOC club and the CFA Society of Naples. This semester, Justin will manage the energy, materials, and industrial sectors. Outside of the classroom, Justin loves to exercise, go fishing, play pickleball, and spend quality time with family and friends. 

Lauren Kazmierczak

Lauren Kazmierczak is a senior studying Finance with a concentration in Financial Analysis and Management. She is expected to graduate in the Spring of 2025. After graduation, Lauren plans to stay in Naples and pursue a career in wealth management. She also plans to become a CFA Charterholder and is currently a CFA Society Naples student member. For the Eagle Fund, Lauren is responsible for the Healthcare and Consumer Staples sector. Lauren recently completed an internship with Moran Wealth Management as a Research Analyst this past summer and is interning with Tamiami Angel Funds this semester. She has also completed the Lutgert Mentorship Program in Spring 2024 and was the CFA Society Naples Scholarship Recipient. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, running, and traveling.

Makenna Presley

Makenna Presley is a senior majoring in Finance with a concentration in Financial Analysis and Management with a minor in Political Science. She is expected to graduate in the Spring of 2025, after which she plans to pursue a career in Wealth Management as well as attain both the CFA and CFP designations. Upon graduation she plans to start her career with Fidelity Investments working to obtain all of her different licensing. Makenna has completed an internship with HBKS Wealth Advisers, specifically apart of their Retirement Planning Unit. She also completed an internship with Fidelity Investments in their Orlando Investor Center. For the Eagle Fund, she helps manage both the Healthcare and Consumer Staples sectors. Outside of academics, she enjoys exercising, going to the beach, traveling and spending time with family and friends.

Maria Belen Findley

Maria Belen Findley, a first-generation college student majoring in Financial Analysis & Management, will graduate in May 2025. She has completed two internships at Wells Fargo, gaining valuable experience as an intern analyst. After graduation, Belen plans to pursue a career as a Wealth & Investment Management Analyst in the Banking, Lending & Trust sectors. At the Eagle Fund, she contributes to managing the industrials and energy sectors. Outside of academics, Belen is dedicated to volunteering with Techo and enjoys cooking, exploring new cultures, traveling, and swimming.

Michael Lee

Michael Lee is a senior majoring in Finance with a concentration in Financial Analysis and Management. After graduation, Michael wishes to pursue an IB or equity analyst career and aims to get his CFA Charter. For the Eagle Fund, he assists with research on the Financials, Utilities, and Real Estate sectors. Some of Michael’s hobbies during his free time include Formula 1, cars, and tennis.

Natalie Plante

Natalie Plante is a senior double majoring in Finance (with a concentration in Financial Analysis and Management) and Data Analytics and Informatics (with a focus on Data Analytics) and is a proactive individual with clear long-term goals. She anticipates graduating in Spring 2025 and is planning to complete a quantitative analytics internship. Her ambition extends to earning a Master's in Computer Science and obtaining CFA and CQF certifications. Natalie's leadership skills are evident in her role as the treasurer of the National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS), where she is actively involved, placed on the Lutgert College of Business Dean's List, and the Lutgert Mentorship Program. Her internship with Arthrex, completed in March 2024, provided her with valuable experience in financial data analysis and process optimization. In her free time, Natalie enjoys playing chess and pickleball. 

Nicholas Mortellito

Nicholas Mortellito is a senior majoring in finance, with plans to graduate in spring of 2025. He has experience working in auditing at Novogradac & Company and is considering pursuing either the CFA or CPA certification. Nicholas is passionate about health and fitness, spending much of his free time lifting weights and staying active. He also enjoys investing, outdoor activities, and spending time with family and friends. In addition to his academic and professional pursuits, Nicholas looks forward to advancing his career in either accounting or finance while potentially exploring opportunities in coaching and bodybuilding.

Patrick O'Grady

Patrick O'Grady is a senior majoring in Finance with a focus in Financial Analysis & Management. He is expected to graduate in Fall 2024. After graduation, he is seeking to pursue his career as a financial analyst. For the Eagle Fund, Patrick helps to manage the Technology sector. In his free time Patrick enjoys exercising and spending time with friends and family.

Paulo Calarge Neto

Paulo Calarge Neto is an international student from Brazil majoring in Finance with a concentration in Financial Analysis. He is a senior and will be graduating in Spring 2025. Currently, he works as an Operations intern for BTG Pactual, one of the largest investment banks in Brazil, which operates as a broker-dealer in the United States. In the Eagle Fund, Paulo will be managing the Utilities, Real Estate, and Financial sectors. Within the field of finance, he is particularly interested in Wealth Management, Sales and Trading, and Private Equity. Outside of his academic and professional commitments, he enjoys playing tennis, going to the beach, and collecting records.

Ryan Edwards

Ryan Edwards is a junior double majoring in Finance and Economics. This upcoming summer he will be working at JP Morgan Private Bank in Greenwich, Connecticut. Ryan writes a dual weekly blog about the economy and financial markets. He has also hosted many interviews for his blog with individuals in the investment management space, including Liz Ann Sonders, Tom Lee, and Josh Brown. For the Eagle Fund, Ryan helps manage the Communication Services and Consumer Discretionary sectors. In his free time, he likes to read, watch and play sports, and spend time with family and friends.

Will O’Boyle

Will O’Boyle is a senior majoring in Finance with a concentration in Financial Analysis and Management. For the Eagle Fund, Will is tasked with the analysis and monitoring of the technology sector. Will is expected to graduate in December of 2024. After graduation, he plans to pursue a career in futures markets after gaining experience at CME Group over past summers. Additionally, he plans work toward a CFA charter. Outside of his academic endeavors, Will enjoys playing golf, cooking, and spending time with his family and friends.

Zach Brown

Zach Brown is a senior majoring in Finance with a concentration in Financial Analysis and Management. He is expected to graduate in the Fall of 2023. After graduation, Zach plans on pursuing a career in wealth management with a strong interest in Real Estate. For the Eagle Fund, Zach is responsible for researching the Technology sector. In his free time, Zach likes to golf, enjoys time with friends and family, and listening to podcasts.

Mitchel Coker

Mitchel Coker is a senior double majoring in Accounting and Finance with a concentration in financial analysis and management.  His expected graduation date is December 2023. After graduation, Mitchel plans on obtaining an  MBA as well as the CPA and CFA designations. Eventually, he would like to work in an advisory role for private middle market companies. In his free time, Mitchel enjoys reading, martial arts, and spending time with family. 

Kenneth Georges

Kenneth Georges is a first-generation college student pursuing a double major in Financial Analysis & Management and International Business Management. With an expected graduation in December 2023, Kenneth wants to pursue a career in wealth management investments and attain a CFA charter. Outside of school, he works as an Investment Associate at Northern Trust and will continue working with them post-graduation. For the Eagle Fund, Kenneth helps manage the Energy, Industrials, and Materials sectors. Outside of work, Kenneth likes to spend time with friends, mountain bike, and travel.

Hunter Grand

Hunter Grand is a senior majoring in Finance with a concentration in Financial Analysis and Management. He is expected to graduate in Spring of 2024. Upon graduation, his goal is to start a career as an analyst and to become a CFA charterholder. For the Eagle Fund, Hunter manages the Financials, Real estate, and Utilities sectors. Outside of academics, Hunter enjoys golfing, going to the pool, and watching sports.

Josie Hoberman

Josie Hoberman is a senior pursuing a double major in Financial Analysis & Management and International Business Management. Graduating in December 2023, she will begin as an Analyst for J.P. Morgan Private Bank in Naples in the new year. She is an aspiring wealth management professional with a strong interest in helping clients reach their financial goals. In the coming years, she plans to sit for the CFP and CFA exams. For the Eagle Fund, Josie is responsible for the Energy, Industrials, and Materials sectors. Outside of work and school, Josie enjoys traveling, cooking, and spending time with family and friends.

Joshua Kerble

Joshua Kerble is a senior majoring in Finance with a concentration in Financial Analysis and Management. He is expected to graduate in Fall 2023 and is pursuing a career in wealth management following graduation. He also plans to become a CFA charter holder and or CFP charter holder. For Eagle fund he manages the staples healthcare and utilities sector. Outside of school on his free time he enjoys going fishing, working out, golfing, and spending time with friends and family.

Juan Mogna

Juan Mogna is a senior double majoring in Finance with a concentration in Financial Analysis and Management, and Analytics & Informatics with a concentration in Data Analytics. His expected graduation date is May 2024. Juan's goal after graduation is to be employed by an investment firm as a financial or risk analyst. For the Eagle Fund large-cap portfolio, he is responsible for the Real Estate, Financial, and Utilities sectors. In addition to his passion for the world of investing, Juan enjoys playing soccer, and spending time with friends and family.

Nick Panfen

Nick Panfen is a senior majoring in finance with a concentration in analysis and management. Graduating in spring 2024, Nick plans to stay in the Fort Myers or Naples area and use resources such as the Ludgert Mentorship program, Eagle Fund and the perspicacious professors to narrow down which avenue of finance he wants to pursue. Involved in the CFA Society of Naples, FGCU Stock Club and the FCGU Accounting Society, he believes that through involvement in a multitude of organizations the finance world and clients will lead him to his calling. Nick is the current chair of Membership Development of the Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity. He also completed an internship with Engel & Völkers; the Naples office is the master license partner of 48 brokerages throughout Florida. A family-oriented man, nick enjoys being surrounded by friends and family, reading philosophy and mentality books, and pushing his physical limits.

Luke Pitcher

Luke Pitcher is a senior majoring in Finance with a concentration in Financial Analysis and Management. He is expected to graduate in December of 2023. In Eagle Fund, he is responsible for the communications and consumer discretionary sectors. After graduation, Luke plans on pursuing a career as a financial planning. After graduation he will move back to Chicago where he is from, and start his finance career where he hopes to be able to start building up his client list. In his free time he loves to play golf, spend time with his girlfriend and watch sports with friends.

Matthew Rissin

Matthew Rissin is a Senior at FGCU, and he is majoring in Finance, with a concentration in Financial Services. Additionally, he is expected to graduate in the Spring of 2024. He is looking for a career in portfolio management and creating a non-profit organization in regard to the ocean's health around the world. In his free time, Matthew enjoys playing the guitar, daily weightlifting, golfing, and more.

Andrea Santana

Andrea Santana is a senior double majoring in Economics and Finance with a concentration in Financial Analysis and Management. She is expected to graduate in the fall of 2023, after which she plans to pursue a JD and work in the economic policy field. For the Eagle Fund, Andrea is responsible for the consumer discretionary and communications sectors. She is an undergraduate research assistant at the Regional Economic Research Institute.  In her free time, she enjoys traveling and spending time with family. 

Dawson Zahorian

Dawson Zahorian is a senior majoring in Finance with a concentration in Financial Analysis and Management. He is expected to graduate in May of 2024, and has interest in private wealth management. For the Eagle Fund, Dawson is responsible for the Healthcare and Consumer Staples sectors. Outside of his academics, Dawson plays ice hockey for FGCU’s Division II hockey team, enjoys fitness, listening to podcasts, and being with his family and friends.

Paula Beltran

Paula Beltran is a senior double majoring in Finance and Supply Chain Management. My expected graduation date is December 2022. I am looking for opportunities in Wealth Management after graduation. My goal is to become a Financial Advisor and Portfolio Manager, and eventually become a CFA and CFP. During my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, running, traveling, and keeping myself up to date with the business world.

Brandon Blanco

Brandon Blanco is a senior majoring in Finance with a concentration in Financial Analysis and Management. He is expected to graduate in December of 2022. Brandon is an aspiring Financial Analyst with a strong interest in Investment Analysis. He plans to pursue his CFA upon graduation to further align himself with his field of study. For the Eagle Fund large-cap portfolio, Brandon is responsible for the Real Estate, Financial, and Industrial sectors. In his free time, Brandon enjoys watching Football (Go Dolphins!), going to various theme parks (Disney is a favorite), and spending time with his friends and family.

Eftina Coma

Eftina Coma is a bilingual senior majoring in Finance with a concentration in Financial Analysis and Management. Upon graduating in December 2022, she plans to work in wealth management or private equity. In the future, she intends to pursue a Master’s in Business Administration. She is responsible for the Financials, Reals Estate, and Industrials sectors in the Eagle Fund. Eftina enjoys reading, painting, and practicing horticulture in her free time.

Parker Davis

Parker Davis is a senior majoring in Finance with a concentration in Financial Analysis and Management, with an expected graduation date of December 2022. After graduation Parker plans on pursuing a career as a financial analyst. For the Eagle Fund, Parker is responsible for researching the Communication Services and Consumer Discretionary sectors. In his free time, Parker enjoys playing sports, fantasy football, reading, and traveling.

Jessica Garciduenas

Jessica Garciduenas is a senior majoring in Finance with a concentration in Financial Analysis and Management. She is expected to graduate in Spring of 2023, and her goal is to start her career at a private equity or wealth management firm upon graduation. Jessica is bilingual in both English and Spanish and can fluently speak, write, and read both languages. For the Eagle Fund, Jessica manages the Consumer Discretionary and Healthcare sectors. Outside of academics, Jessica enjoys reading, weight lifting, playing tennis, and traveling with friends and family.

Ben Hermiston

Ben Hermiston is majoring in finance with a concentration in financial analysis, a minor in real estate, and economics. One of my goals post-graduation is to find a company where I can continue to learn as I start my career while having diversified projects to work on. This will hopefully be in an analyst role or something similar. I have completed internships in the wealth management field so there is a passion for that sector as well. Something about me is I am on the cross-country team on campus, president of the athletics department, and vice president of the ASUN conference.

Jared Laufman

Jared Laufman is a senior majoring in Finance with a concentration in Financial Analysis. He is expected to graduate in December of 2022. Jared’s goal upon graduating is to be a Financial Analyst and to pursue a master’s degree. For the Eagle Fund large-cap portfolio, Jared is responsible for the Basic Materials, Energy, and Industrials sectors. During his free time, he enjoys trading stock, playing guitar, fishing, and spending time with friends and family.

Brandon Moe

Brandon Moe is a senior majoring in Finance with a concentration in Financial Analysis and Management. He is expected to graduate in May of 2023. Brandon is in pursuit of a career working with Private Equity or Wealth Management. For the Eagle Fund, Brandon manages the Consumer Discretionary, and Telecommunications sectors. In his free time, he enjoys reading, fishing, hanging out with his family and friends, and watching sports.

Edgar Santana-Mondragon

Edgar Santana-Mondragon is a senior dual-majoring in Finance with a concentration in Analysis and Management and Management with a concentration in Human Resource Management with a minor in Economics. He is expected to graduate in December 2022. Upon graduation, Edgar will pursue a Master of Science degree in Finance. Edgar's goal is to become a CFA charterholder and to one day become a securities analyst. Edgar is responsible for the energy and materials sectors in the Eagle Fund large-cap portfolio. In his free time, Edgar enjoys managing his own portfolio, listening to music, and looking after his cattle.

Xhesi Tase

Xhesi Tase is a senior majoring in Finance with a concentration in Financial Analysis and Management and a minoring in Economics. His is expected to graduate in summer 2023. His goal upon graduation is to become an equity research analyst or credit analyst. He plans to pursuit the CFA designation. For the Eagle Fund, Xhesi is focused on researching the Information Technology sector. During his free time, he enjoys hobbies such as reading classical literature, running, strengthening skills in Excel and VBA, and learning more about investing.

Victoria Avila

Victoria Avila is a senior majoring in Finance with a concentration in financial analysis and management. She is expected to graduate in the Summer of 2022. Her goal upon graduation is to start a career as a financial analyst where she will focus on budgeting and help companies become more sustainable. For the Eagle Fund, Victoria is focused on researching sectors including Utilities, REITs, Materials, and Industrials. In her free time, Victoria enjoys spending time with her family and friends, being outdoors, and investing her own money.

Vera Cohen

Vera Cohen is a senior dual majoring in Finance and Accounting. Vera is expected to graduate in December 2022. She is studying for the CFA level 1 February exam and was awarded a scholarship by CFA Institute. After graduation, she would like to be employed by a financial services firm to work as a financial advisor. Vera is fluent in Russian.

Alexander Dietz

Alexander Dietz is a senior at Florida Gulf Coast University studying Finance, with an expected graduation date of May 2022. Some of his goals after graduation are to be employed by a investment management firm as a financial analyst along with investing in commercial real estate. Alex is currently managing the Financials and Consumer discretionary sectors of the FGCU eagle fund stock and bond portfolio. In his free time Alex likes to go to the gym, the beach and spend time with friends.

Miguel A. Garcia

Miguel A. Garcia is a senior majoring in Finance with a minor in Economics, with an expected graduation date of May 2022. His goal after graduation is to become a financial analyst at a financial services company. Miguel aspires to be a CFA charterholder and plans to register for the CFA Level I exam in Spring 2022. Additionally, he is a member of Beta Alpha Psi and serves on the Lutgert Student Advisory Board. For the Eagle Fund, Miguel and his team have focused on researching the Information Technology and Communication Services sectors. Besides keeping up with financial markets news, he enjoys reading personal development books, exercising, watching sports, and spending time with his family.

Diego Menendez

Diego Menendez is a Senior with an expected graduation date of May 2022. At the moment he is currently studying for his SIE exam. His goal after graduating next year is to become a financial risk analyst with the hopes of obtaining the CFA level 1 title. Diego's end goal for his career is to become a portfolio manager or a financial advisor. Diego is responsible for researching and analyzing the energy, utilizes, materials, industrials, REITs, and real estate sectors. In addition to school, Diego works a full-time job. In his free time, he enjoys basketball, fishing, working out, and traveling.

Alyssa Orlikowski

Alyssa Orlikowski is a senior, dual majoring in Finance and Economics. She plans on graduating in Spring 2022 from Florida Gulf Coast University, and taking the CFA Level 1 exam shortly after. Her goal after graduation is to become a financial analyst while completing her Masters in Finance, and then go on to become a portfolio manager. For the Eagle Fund, Alyssa focused on the communication and information technology sectors. In her free time, Alyssa enjoys going to the dog beach, cooking, and maintaining her own investments.

Claudia Taborga

Claudia Taborga is a senior, double majoring in Finance and Data Analytics. Post-graduation in December of 2021, Claudia is in the pursuit of beginning her career as an asset manager or equity analyst. Ultimately, she plans to obtain a Master's of Science in Quantitative Finance trailed by a CFA Level I designation. For the Student Managed Investment Fund, Claudia and her team are responsible for the Healthcare and Consumer Staples sectors. In her free time, Claudia enjoys traveling, learning new recipes, and is always on the hunt for the next great read.

Alberto Torres

Alberto Torres is a senior at Florida Gulf Coast University and is expected to graduate in December 2021 with a dual major in Finance and Economics and a minor in Real Estate. His goal after graduation is to be employed at an investment or financial services firm with the hope of becoming a portfolio manager. Once graduated, he plans to begin studying for the CFA and take the SIE exam. Alberto is currently covering the Healthcare and Consumer Staples sectors for the Eagle Fund. In his free time, Alberto enjoys learning about technology and investing his own money.

James Webb

James Webb is an FGCU Alumni that graduated in May of 2021 with a double major in Finance and Economics. He is currently pursuing a career as an equity research analyst and seeking to expand his investment researching skills through the Eagle Fund. For the Eagle Fund, James is responsible for researching the Communication Services and Information Technology sectors. In addition to continuing his education, James is seeking to acquire FINRA registration and CFA Level I candidacy for February 2022.

Miguel Castro

Conrad Hahne

Conrad Hahne is a senior at Florida Gulf Coast University and will be graduating in December 2016. He is looking for a career as an equity analyst. He is currently a CFA candidate and is taking the first exam in December 2016. Conrad is a co-manager of the FGCU EagleFund ($400,000 stock and bond portfolio). He covers the technology and telecommunication sectors. He also represents FGCU for the CFA Institute Research Challenge.

Katelyn Lewis

Katelyn Lewis is a senior majoring in finance, with an expected graduation of June 2017. Her goal after graduation is to be employed by an investment or financial firm. For the Eagle Fund, Katelyn has focused on researching the healthcare sector. In addition to financial analysis, Katelyn enjoys learning everything she can about the stock market and bonds, as well as volunteering for many different service projects whenever she can.

Michael Stratton

Armani Tavarez

Armani Tavarez is a motivated individual that cares about the people surrounding him and his community.He is on track to finish his Finance degree with a minor in Economics. He then plans on attending a top ten school to earn his Master’s in Finance. His ultimate goal is to work on Wall Street. He enjoys mentoring younger members of his community towards greater endeavors and self development.

Vanessa Watt

Bradley Williams

Bradley Williams is a senior majoring in Finance and minoring in Real Estate, with an expected graduation of December 2016. His goal after graduation is to be employed by a private wealth management firm specializing in financial analysis. For the Eagle Fund, Travis has focused on researching the Materials sector and the Industrials sector. In addition to investment analysis, Bradley enjoys being on the water, fishing, and attending Florida Gator football games.