Finance
The Finance Committee is responsible for organizing events and initiatives with the intention of promoting financial transparency and education in the Wharton Women community. Committee members collaborate with the Wharton Finance Department to grow the Wharton Women in Finance Speaker Series, contribute posts to the Walnut Street Journal blog, and run Saturday Skills Workshops to teach students about personal finance tips and tricks.
2024 Committee
Giulia Conti Fruet
Giulia Conti Fruet (Class of 2025) is from Itu, Sao Paulo (Brazil). She's a junior at the Wharton School of Business concentrating in Business Analytics and Finance with a minor in Hispanic Studies. Giulia first started at Wharton Women in the Dollar Scholars and Dressing for Success Committees during her Freshman Year. In her Sophomore Year, she joined Wharton Women Board as the VP of Philanthropy, Community. As the upcoming VP of Finance, Giulia is excited to maintain the relationship between the Club and Wharton Finance and lead the Finance Committees. Outside of Wharton Women, Giulia is an OIDD 1010 TA and an officer for her sorority. In her free time, Giulia loves reading, running, and working out. Feel free to reach out with any questions at giuliacf@wharton.upenn.edu
Rachel Yu
Rachel Yu (Class of 2027) is from Brooklyn, New York and is planning to dual concentrate in Finance and Real Estate at Wharton. She joined Wharton Women’s finance committee during the fall semester of her freshman year and is looking forward to learning more from the amazing women in the club. Rachel’s other involvements include the Student Federal Credit Union, Wharton Asia Investments, and STEP. In her free time, she enjoys going to concerts, playing video games, and eating good food. Feel free to reach out to her through her email yurachel@wharton.upenn.edu!
Claire Kafeero
Claire Kafeero (Class of 2025) is from Lynn, MA and is concentrating in Legal Studies and Finance. She’s been a part of Wharton Women since freshman year, where she first served on the Dollar Scholars Committee. This semester, Claire is excited to write pieces for the Walnut Street Journal that looks at various financial trends from an international and national perspective. Outside of Wharton Women, Claire serves as President of Black Student League and Wellness Chair of Phi Chi Theta. In her free time, Claire enjoys telling stories to her friends, journaling, and listening to Brent Faiyaz. Feel free to reach out to her at ckafeero@wharton.upenn.edu. She’s always open to chat!
Angela Seo
Angela Seo (Class of 2026) is from Buffalo, New York, and is concentrating in Finance and Operations, Information and Decisions. She joined Wharton Women as part of the Internal Events Committee during the fall semester of her freshman year and started in the Finance Committee during the spring semester of her Freshman year. Angela is also involved with Wharton Ambassadors, Wharton Impact Venture Associates, and SWS on campus. In her free time, she loves to run, do calligraphy, and play volleyball! Feel free to reach out to her at angseo@wharton.upenn.edu!
Irene Jiang
Irene Jiang (Class of 2025) is from St. Cloud, Minnesota, and is concentrating in Finance and Legal Studies. She first joined Wharton Women during her freshman year as a member of the Marketing committee, helping to promote Wharton Women events to the Penn community as an event liaison. Last semester, she was a writer for the Walnut Street Journal and is excited to continue writing for the blog, now as a member of the Finance committee. Outside of Wharton Women, she serves on the executive board for both Wharton Business Law Association and Wharton Bridge Consulting. She is also a member of the Investments Team for the Wharton Undergraduate Founders and Funders Association. In her free time, she likes to read, travel, try new restaurants, play sports, and meet new people. Please feel free to reach out to her at irenejia@wharton.upenn.edu
Saanvi Mittal
Saanvi Mittal (Class of 2025) is from Virginia and is concentrating in Finance and Business Analytics. She joined Wharton Women as a freshman and is currently serving on the Finance Committee and the Saturday Skills Workshop. She is excited to help grow the committee by helping manage WW’s fundraising efforts and supporting their sponsorships. She is also looking forward to being in a more teaching role and giving back to Penn's robust finance community through the workshops. In addition to Wharton Women, Saanvi serves as the president of her non-profit United2Fight and is involved with Wharton Healthcare Club, Penn M&A, the Daily Penn. In her free time, Saanvi loves to play tennis, go for runs, and hangout with her puppy. You can reach out to her at saanvi@wharton.upenn.edu!
Angela Chen
Angela Chen (Class of 2026) is from Bayside, New York and is concentrating in Finance and Business Analytics at Wharton with a minor in Data Science. She joined Wharton Women on the Finance committee during her freshman spring semester and she is excited to be a part of the tight knit community at Wharton Women while learning more about key fundamentals of finance in a real world setting. She is also looking forward to In addition to her role on the Finance Committee, Angela is also a member of MUSE Creative, WAX Consumer and Retail Investment, and WUFC. In her free time, Angela enjoys painting, exploring a variety of mediums such as oil, watercolor, and digital art. She also loves to golf, bake, and try new restaurants in the city. Feel free to reach out to her at angchn@wharton.upenn.edu.
Allie de Asla
Allie de Asla (Class of 2026) is from Basking Ridge, New Jersey and is majoring in Mathematical Economics in the College of Arts and Sciences with a minor in Computer and Information Sciences. She joined Wharton Women as a part of the finance committee in the Spring semester of her freshman year and is so excited to be a part of such an amazing group of women and work with other members to host engaging competitions. At Penn, Allie is also a member of Wharton Investment and Trading Group, University Honor Council and Penn Club Track and Field. In her free time, she loves to travel, go for runs, go out to eat with her friends and spend time with her dog. Feel free to contact her at aldeasla@sas.upenn.edu!
Melissa Venegas
Melissa Venegas (Class of 2025) is from Salinas, California and is double majoring in Finance and International Studies through the Huntsman Dual-Degree Program. She joined Wharton Women as a part of the finance committee in the Spring semester of her freshman year and has loved being part of such an amazing and supportive group. At Penn, Melissa has as well served as the Wharton Women Dressing for Success Co-Outreach Chair, Vice President of Communications and Operations for the Sigma Kappa sorority, and is a part of the Penn Mergers and Acquisitions Club. In her free time, she enjoys playing tennis, traveling, and exploring new restaurants. Feel free to reach out to her at mvenegas@wharton.upenn.edu.
Angelina Sali
Angelina Sali (Class of 2025) is from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and concentrating in Business Analytics and Finance with a Data Science minor. She joined Wharton Women as part of the Internal Events Committee her freshman spring and just joined the finance committee this semester. She also co-led and continues to co-lead the new Wharton Women Fellows GBM program. At Penn, Angelina is involved on the start-up consulting committee in PVG, Co-Chair of the Community Engagement Committee of JWS, member of the Albanian Student at Penn, PUBS, and WUHC. In her free time, Angelina enjoys practicing the piano, playing volleyball, hanging out with friends, baking (her favorite thing to make is baklava), and traveling. Feel free to contact her at asali@wharton.upenn.edu. She’s always up to chat and if you ever want any baklava she’s got you!
Meg Anam
Meg Anam (Class of 2026) is from Frisco, Texas and is concentrating in Finance and Management at Wharton. She joined the Wharton Women Finance committee in Fall 2022 and has worked on projects such as the Spring 2023 Wharton Women stock pitch competition and Fall 2023 ‘Recruiting 101’ workshop. At Penn, Meg is involved in Off the Beat A Cappella, Consult for America, Wharton Undergraduate Consulting Club, and the Student Federal Credit Union Marketing team. In her free time, she loves to eat Sweetgreen, drink Gong Cha, and explore downtown Philadelphia! You can reach out to her at meganam@wharton.upenn.edu.
Lalana Karri
Lalana Karri (Class of 2026) is from Frisco, Texas (right outside of Dallas), and is dual concentrating in Finance and ESG. She joined Wharton Women as a part of the Finance committee her freshman year and is excited to be in a group of supportive and ambitious women who serve as excellent mentors and support. Lalana is also involved with the Turner ESG Fellows program, the SFCU, Scholars of Finance, Common Cents, and SWS on campus. In her free time, she loves going to the gym, going on long walks, exploring the food scene in Philly especially cafes and brunch spots, interior design, as well as playing the violin! Feel free to reach out to her at lalanak@wharton.upenn.edu!
Alisha Luthra
Alisha Luthra (Class of 2027) is from Mclean, VA and is pursuing a dual degree in Business and Computer Science as part of the M&T Program. She joined the Wharton Women fellows program in the fall semester of her freshman year and is excited to continue her journey in Wharton Women through the finance committee. Alisha is thrilled to be part of a group of inspiring and passionate women who seek to make a difference in the Penn community through financial literacy education. Outside of Wharton Women, Alisha is involved in Wharton Council and Penn Raas. In her free time she loves to explore Philly and go cafe hopping. You can contact her at aluthra@wharton.upenn.edu!
Alina Markutsya
Alina Markutsya (Class of 2027) is from Ames, Iowa, and is planning on concentrating in Finance and Accounting with a minor in Cognitive Science. The opportunity to join a community of smart, goal-oriented, and passionate women was inspiring. She joined Wharton Women’s finance committee the spring semester of her freshman year and is looking forward to planning events to promote financial literacy. Alina is also involved with the Phi Chi Theta Business Fraternity, The Daily Pennsylvanian, Wharton Cohorts, and Club Gymnastics. In her free time, she loves painting, thrift shopping, playing the flute, and being active outdoors! Feel free to reach out to her at alinam@wharton.upenn.edu!
Amy Jia
Amy Jia (Class of 2027) is from Toronto, Canada and is majoring in Business and International Studies with a French target as a part of the Huntsman program. She joined Wharton Women’s finance committee this spring semester after participating in a range of Wharton Women events and having an incredible experience at each of them! Some of Amy’s other involvements at Penn include Global Research and Consulting, Wharton Undergraduate Finance Club, and Smart Women Securities. In her free time, she likes to go cafe hopping, trying out new restaurants, and staying active by going on runs and playing tennis. Feel free to reach out to her through her email amyjia@wharton.upenn.edu!