S6E2: Beyond the Classroom: Navigating Finance Careers w/ Jaycob Arbogast
In this episode of Financial Perspectives, host Tanya Suba-Tang - Membership Director at CFA Society San Francisco - sits down with Jaycob Arbogast, CFP, MBA - Director of the Center for Excellence in Finance at California State University, Chico. Together, they unpack the realities students face as they move from academia into the workforce, including the challenges of a competitive job market, the importance of pairing technical expertise with interpersonal skills, and the growing role of real-world experiences like internships and competitions. They also explore how finance professionals can support the next generation—through mentorship, guest speaking, and creating pathways for student success.
Whether you’re a student preparing for your first finance role, a professional considering a career change, or a seasoned leader eager to give back, this conversation offers practical insights and inspiration for navigating the journey from classroom to career.
Podcast Guest
Jaycob Arbogast, CFP, MBA
Jaycob Arbogast is the Director of the Center for Excellence in Finance at California State University, Chico, where he launched the only online, self-paced CFP® program on the West Coast and built a seven-university CSU Financial Planning cohort. A CFP® professional with an MBA, he bridges academia and industry through the Financial Wellness Clinic, the Student Managed Investment Fund, and a regional stock-pitch competition. He has secured over half a million dollars in grants and partnerships to expand access to financial education and pro-bono planning for underserved communities. Jaycob brings both classroom insight and front-line practice experience to prepare the next generation of finance professionals.
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