Learn from Industry Veterans
Our comprehensive program connects you directly with seasoned financial professionals who've navigated decades of market changes, economic shifts, and business transformations.
Marcus Chen
Former Goldman Sachs VP • 28 Years Experience
Real Experience, Real Results
Marcus spent over two decades managing portfolios worth .3 billion before transitioning to education. He witnessed the dot-com crash, navigated the 2008 crisis, and adapted through the recent pandemic market volatility. What sets our program apart isn't just theory—it's learning from someone who made critical decisions when millions were at stake.
During his tenure at Goldman Sachs, Marcus developed risk assessment frameworks still used by major institutions today. He's worked with everyone from startup founders to Fortune 500 CEOs, giving him insights into how financial principles apply across different business scales and industries.
How Experts Actually Teach
Case Study Deep Dives
Every week, we dissect real deals Marcus worked on—the successful ones and the disasters. You'll see actual spreadsheets, read original memos, and understand the reasoning behind decisions that made or lost millions.
Practical Application First
Instead of starting with textbook theory, we begin with current market situations. You'll work on live examples from Canadian businesses, learning to apply frameworks to real-world scenarios immediately.
Industry Network Integration
Marcus brings in former colleagues and industry contacts as guest speakers. These aren't motivational talks—they're working sessions where current professionals share ongoing challenges and emerging trends.
12-Month Learning Journey
Beyond Traditional Education
This isn't about lectures and assignments. Our approach mirrors how senior professionals actually develop talent within major financial institutions—through direct guidance, real-world problem solving, and gradual responsibility building.
Weekly Strategy Sessions
Small group discussions where Marcus walks through current market analysis, explaining his thought process and decision-making frameworks in real time.
Individual Project Reviews
Personal feedback sessions on your analysis and recommendations, with detailed explanations of what industry professionals would expect to see.
Live Market Commentary
Monthly sessions where Marcus analyzes current events and market movements, sharing insights that typically only reach institutional clients.
Professional Development
Career guidance based on Marcus's network and understanding of what different financial roles actually require, beyond job descriptions.