Online event

FPA MI | 2025 Student Success Summit

Virtual through Zoom

FPA of Michigan
5th Annual Student Success Summit

When:  Friday, February 7, 2025
Time:  9:00 am to 3:00 pm (ET)
Where:   Virtual on Zoom

Event Overview: Join us for the Financial Planning Student Success Summit, a virtual event designed to connect aspiring financial planning students from across the country. This complimentary summit aims to foster networking and expand students' knowledge about pursuing a career in financial planning.

Event Highlights:

  • Engage with Industry Leaders:  Learn from seasoned professionals who will share insights into the financial planning process.
  • Explore Non-Traditional Topics:  Sessions will cover areas not typically addressed in academic settings, providing a comprehensive understanding of the field.
  • Networking Opportunities: Connect with peers and experts to build relationships that can support your career growth.

Speakers Include:  Stephanie Trexler, MS, CFP®, Colin Overweg, CFP®, Justin Castelli, CFP®, Dr. Megan McCoy, Ph.D., LMTF, AFC®, CFT-I, Ian Bloom, CFP®, RLP®, Hannah Moore, CFP®, Daniel Yerger, Brett Danko, CFP®, Kate Healey, plus more to be announced!

Virtual Career Fair Week:  As an add-on to this year's Student Success Summit, the FPA of Michigan Career Development Committee is excited to host its 1st Annual Career Hiring Event during Virtual Career Week, running from Monday, February 24 to Friday, February 28, 2025. Our mission for this event is twofold: to connect candidates with employment opportunities that align with their career goals and to help employers discover exceptional talent to enhance their team. Students who are looking for full-time roles and/or internships are invited to participate. To learn more about this exciting event and how you can participate, click here.

Scholarship Opportunity: FPA MI is committed to supporting the next generation of financial planners by offering scholarships of $2,000 each. To be eligible, applicants must be Michigan residents or enrolled in a Michigan university. Applications are due by Friday, January 31, 2025, with winners announced during the closing remarks of the summit.

  • Application Deadline: To be considered for a scholarship, please complete and submit an application by Friday, January 31, 2025.
  • Scholarship Announcement: The scholarship winners will be announced during the closing remarks of the Student Success Summit on February 7th at 3:00 PM ET.
  • Apply for a Scholarship - Application deadline: January 31, 2025.

Registration: 

  • This complimentary event is open to all students pursuing a career in financial planning. Advance registration is required.
  • For more details and to register, please click here
  • Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and connect with professionals in the financial planning industry.

Questions? Contact Sarah at info@fpami.com.