UCL Business Society

Fireside Chat with Daniel Kornum

UCL Business Society × UCL Data Science Society invite you to an exclusive in-person conversation with Daniel Kornum, exploring what it really takes to operate at scale across consulting, high-frequency trading, and startups.

Gain practical insights into:

• Career transitions across elite firms
• How data science works in real systems
• Decision-making under pressure
• Skills that differentiate top analysts
• The future of AI in industry

📅 5 March 2026
⏰ 6:30–8:00 PM
📍 UCL Robert’s building 421
🎯 Open to all UCL students

Limited capacity — register now 🔗 https://forms.gle/RvzQyoR3izkhSUiv6 or via link in bio

Join us for an exclusive fireside chat with Rob Cascarino - the Co-Head of Debt Capital Markets (UK & EMEA). We will explore how financing decisions are made at the highest levels of capital markets.

From bonds vs bank lending to private credit, market timing, risk assessment, and what differentiates top-performing analysts. This is a rare opportunity to gain real strategic insight from the front lines of UK & EMEA DCM.

📅 3rd March, Tuesday
⏰ 6:00–7:30 PM
📍 LG04, 26 Bedford Way

If you’re serious about investment banking, capital markets, or corporate finance: this is the room to be in!

Space is limited! Sign up now: https://forms.gle/QaGcr4UzuvHbBEKs9 (Link also in bio)

See you there!

Join us on Monday, 9th March for our Annual General Meeting Hustings. This is your opportunity to hear directly from the candidates, ask the questions, and understand their vision before you cast your vote.

📅 When: Monday 9th March, 6-7pm
📍 Where: Torrington Place (1-19), G12

📢 Calling all candidates:
Ready to lead? Make sure you’re in the running by nominating yourself on UCL SU website AND filling out the AGM Hustings Candidate Submission Form.

🔗 Form link: https://forms.gle/oPVN3cXir1GSfAjS9 (Link also in bio!)

‼️ LEADERSHIP RACE 2026 ‼️

This is your chance to step up, make an impact, and shape the future of the UCL Business Society.

Whether you’re passionate about leadership, consulting, events, or marketing 🎯 there’s a role for you. Swipe through to view all open positions!

Head to our Linktree for a detailed breakdown of each role 🔗 or reach out to our current VPs directly if you have any questions 🤝

Nominate yourself NOW on the SU website!

From first idea to final exit.

We’re excited to welcome Jürgen Ingels, one of Europe’s leading fintech founders and venture capital investors, to UCL for a TED-style keynote on building, scaling, and exiting technology companies.

As founder of Clear2Pay and founding partner of Smartfin, Jürgen brings first-hand experience from both sides of the table, founder and investor, and will share candid insights you won’t find in textbooks.

What to expect:
▪️ TED-style keynote with real-world lessons
▪️ Live student Q&A
▪️ Cross-university networking

📍 UCL | 🗓️ 10 February | ⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM
🔗 Sign-up via the link - places are limited.

https://forms.gle/bYXjQJbj697hmD8z8

In collaboration with FinTech Society, Investment Society, Blockchain & FinTech, and our partner societies.

We look forward to welcoming students from across London for an evening of insight, ambition, and connection.

UCL Business Society is extremely excited to announce our flagship event Impact Investment Championship (IIC) is BACK and BETTER than ever!

📆 Date: 29 November 2025
⏰ Time: 9am - 5pm
📍 Location: IOE, 20 Bedford Way

Whether you’re interested in impact investment—or have no idea what it is—this is the perfect chance to get exposure to this rapidly growing area of finance, practice your stock pitching skills, and network with industry professionals! IIC challenges you to evaluate investments through the lens of impact and sustainability. Plus, preparation takes place primarily on the day, making it accessible and dynamic.

This year, we have an amazing lineup of judges from prestigious companies such as EY, Deloitte, M&G Investments, and many more.

Sign up now – link in bio‼️

What’s the macro outlook from inside a top investment bank? 💼📈

Find out straight from the source at our exclusive Fireside Chat with Deutsche Bank’s Global Macro Leaders.

Hear from:

Ozan Karman Tarman – Vice Chair of Global Macro
Alok Modi – Head of European Linear Rates Trading
Oliver Harvey – Managing Director, Global Emerging Markets Research

Gain first-hand insight into the current economic landscape, key macro trends, and the career paths that led them to leadership at one of the world’s leading investment banks.

Event Details:
📅 Monday, 17 November
⏰ 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Bedford Way (26), Room G03

Don’t miss this chance to hear from Deutsche Bank’s top macro experts and get invaluable advice for building a career in markets and trading. Only exclusive to UCL Business Society Members.

🚀 SPRING WEEK WORKSHOP 🚀
Get ready to boost your career prep with our biggest networking event of the term! 🌟

Join us this Thursday, 17th October (7–9 PM, Roberts Building 508) as we divide into small groups to connect with successful UCL students from banking, trading, consulting & quant backgrounds — featuring insights from top firms like Goldman Sachs, UBS, Barclays, Citi, and McKinsey! 💼

🕖 Event Rundown:
7:00 PM – Speaker Panel
7:30 PM – CV Reviews, Q&A Breakout Rooms & Mentorship
8:30 PM – Wrap-up

✨ Don’t miss this chance to ask questions, review your CV, and get insider tips from students who’ve landed spring weeks across the industry!

What does it really take to land a Spring Week offer? 💼

UCL Business Society is thrilled to be back with our annual Spring Week Panel! Join us for an evening of unparalleled insights from bankers at top global firms. Learn from their journeys, ask your questions, and build valuable connections in our networking session. 🚀

📅 Date: 17 October 2025
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
📍 Venue: Roberts Building 508

The best part? Membership is not required—everyone is welcome!

Don’t miss this opportunity to get a head start on your career. We can’t wait to see you there!

UCL Business Society is extremely excited to announce the 2025 DECA Case Championship running for its 16th consecutive year!! DECA is one of the largest competitions worldwide with over 215,000 members.

This year, we will have cases of the following business categories:
-Managerial Accounting 📁
-Entrepreneurship ⭐️
-Hospitality and Tourism 🏨
-Retail Management 🏬
-Corporate Finance 📈
-Marketing Management 📲
-Sales Management and Leadership 👩‍💼

The cases will be completed in pairs so if you already have a partner in mind, make sure both of you sign up together! If you don’t have a partner yet, do not worry as we will pair you up with someone. Applications are opens now, you can use this link or the one in bio 🤩🤩
https://forms.gle/MZnJZRaBBLeBMTnu5

We have invited a panel of judges from top firms such as Goldman Sachs, EY, Deloitte, Accenture and more! This a great opportunity to showcase your skills and receive personalized feedback from industry experts!! Limited slots available so do apply now and don’t hesitate to dm us with questions ‼️‼️

🚨By filling out the form you are confirming your availability for DECA and confirming that once the payment link is sent you are ready to make the payment 😊