Testimonials

Below, there are testimonials from both current members of the Investments Committee.

Read what makes the IC special to them, and click each name to view their LinkedIn profile!

Phoenix Zhang

Senior Financial Director

Phoenix is a fourth year student who is majoring in Industrial Engineering and minoring in Mathematics. She was a part of the Spring 2023 mentorship class and through her time in the IC has served as a Fixed Income Analyst, Utilities Sector Head, Director of Mentorship, and now Senior Financial Director.

Why did you join IC?

  • I honestly had no previous exposure to finance, but I was interested in learning about how markets worked and what the news headlines meant. Joining IC felt like a low-stakes and fun way to gain a little experience, and it’s really cool knowing I have some influence in our $2.5M portfolio.

What advice do you have for those looking to join the organization?

  • Definitely take advantage of the curriculum and information offered in our Mentorship program! It’s a great way to see if finance is an industry you’re interested in. The people in IC, though, are probably our most valuable asset. You can’t find a better network at Georgia Tech.

Parth Varshney


Sector Head, Utilities

Parth is 2nd year Industrial Engineering major from Roswell, Georgia. He has been in the IC for 3 semesters and has previously been a senior analyst in healthcare and analyst in financials. He is also involved in GT Trading Club as the Head of Market Insights and works at the GT start-up Airhart Technologies.

What is your favorite part about the IC?

  • “Managing a completely student run fund involuntarily creates an atmosphere where everyone collaborates with each other to critically analyze what the market is missing in. This process has been one of the highlights in my journey through the world of finance.“

How has the organization helped you professionally?

  • “The IC has given me great exposure to how a portfolio is run and the specific considerations that go into making an investing decision. My work helped me realize that it’s not only about the numbers - there are a magnitude of qualitative nuances and assumptions that go into financial analysis.“

Josh Warren


Sector Head, Technology

Josh is a 2nd year Business Administration student from Flowery Branch, Georgia. He has work experience as an Equity Research Intern at DM Capital Management. On Campus, he is also a member of Scheller Business Ambassadors.

Why did you decide to try to join the IC?

  • “I joined the IC mentorship process after hearing from many older students that it was an incredible opportunity. On my first campus visit, I spoke with current business students who told me about the Investment Committee’s commitment to knowledge, relationships, and responsibility. Before Georgia Tech, I had no investing experience, and the IC quickly became my gateway into investing and higher-level finance. Joining was one of the best decisions I’ve made as it has provided me insights and experiences far beyond what I’ve gained in the classroom.“

What was your experience going through mentorship?

  • “The Mentorship Process was a highlight of my first semester at Tech. It gave me foundational skills in modeling, valuation, financial statement analysis, and business strategy - tools that apply across finance, accounting, and consulting. Beyond technical skills, it strengthened my time management as I balanced mentorship with coursework. I’ve seen these skills translate across many areas, from my work in the IC to my coursework and my summer internship at a local hedge fund.“

Owen Elkin
Director of Professional Development

Owen is graduating in the Fall of 2025 with a degree in Business Administration. He has been in the IC for 7 semesters in the Media & Telecom, Healthcare, and Fixed Income sectors. He has done summer internships at NCR, Goldman Sachs, and North Highland.

What is your favorite part about the IC?

  • “My favorite part about the IC is that it's an incredible way to get involved on campus. It's a great way to meet people outside your usual academic and social circles while learning how a fund operates and working together to generate returns supporting campus organizations.“

What is your favorite thing you have worked on?

  • “My favorite thing I've worked on was presenting Vodafone Group PLC (NASDAQ: VOD) as M&T sector head. Working with my team to develop the pitch was especially rewarding, and the experience taught me a great deal about researching equities and defending an investment thesis. “

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Ishaan Chatterjee


Former Director of the Portfolio

Ishaan is a recent graduate from Houston, Texas. He interned for SignatureFD, BP, and Moelis & Company where he is working full-time now. He was also a Stamps President’s Scholar and a member of the Georgia Tech chapter of the Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers.

How did the IC helped you professionally?

  • “It’s been the number one thing I’ve talked about during interviews and has certainly fascinated my interviewers across S&T and Investment Banking roles. I have actively been a member of the Accel Program within the IC which has been influential in my career development as well.“

Do you have any advice for people looking to join?

  • “Try and try again - I know many people who didn’t make it their first time around but this is by far the best organization on campus you can join if you are even remotely interested in a career in finance.“