Bala Sahitya Vadlamani
MEM '
16
Morgan Stanley - Wealth Management Technology
Business Associate
Why did you choose the Dartmouth MEM?
After speaking with alumni and thoroughly researching the different programs, I decided to go to Dartmouth because of a. the small class size which allowed me to build strong relationships with professors and my classmates b. courses that emphasized on experiential learning c. the brand value that an Ivy League degree would add to my profile
How did the Dartmouth MEM prepare you for your career?
The Dartmouth MEM program prepared me to thrive in my role which lies at the intersection of business and technology of the Wealth Management division at Morgan Stanley. It has equipped me with skills required to manage multiple stakeholders, communicate effectively and work collaboratively in teams of all different sizes. I use concepts from the classes I took at Tuck and Thayer in some shape or form in every project, every day at work. In addition, it gave me a global network to rely on for career and life advice. It inculcated in me an insane work ethic and instilled a firm belief that there are limitless possibilities and that only the sky is the limit.
What is your favorite Dartmouth MEM memory?
My top two favorite memories are: 1. On November 15th, 2015, I unexpectedly got an invitation to interview for an open spot on a Tuck Global Onsite Consulting project team. Two days later, I was on my way to New York City to work on a project for a top media company. I was thrilled to spend my first holiday season in the US, living a block away from Times Square, and getting hands on experience in defining product strategy. 2. On April 29th, 2016, after months of spending countless hours everyday, networking, applying for internships and preparing for interviews, I received a phone call when I was in an 8 AM Corporate Finance class. It was from someone at RetailMeNot to extend me an offer to intern with them over the summer. Being someone with no prior work experience, I was thrilled to bag one of the highest paying internships in my class. This experience taught me that, if we persevere long enough, no challenge or shortcoming is insurmountable.
How would you summarize your experience?
Broadened horizons
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