Harvard Latinxs in Finance & Technology

This year, LiFT showed up in a major way. From standout events and workshops to partnerships that will carry us into next year, none of it happens without a board that genuinely cares. To every member who supported us along the way, thank you for being the backbone of everything we do.

Our board members are heading into the summer with incredible opportunities, carrying the LiFT mission with them wherever they go. Proud of each and every one of them. Big things ahead. 🤍

LiFT Executive Board Applications are officially open!

We are looking for passionate, motivated students to join our board and help lead LiFT this upcoming year. Whether you are interested in finance, technology, consulting, law/nonprofits, marketing, operations, or all of the above, we encourage you to apply.

Apply now through the link in our bio! (https://tinyurl.com/liftboard2026)

Applications are due Friday, May 22nd.

Join LiFT for an intimate fireside chat moderated by Christian Williams featuring Ujjwal Kumar—Harvard Kennedy School graduate, entrepreneur, and Quincy House Non-Resident Tutor.

We’ll dive into his founder journey, the evolving AI landscape, and how to build a career at the intersection of technology, entrepreneurship, and public leadership.

Thursday, April 30
5:00–6:00 PM
Boylston 105
Chipotle provided

Perfect for anyone curious about startups, innovation, and emerging career paths—come ready to learn and ask questions.

Join us for an Alumni Connection Brunch hosted by LiFT THIS WEEKEND

Harvard Latinxs in Finance & Technology (LiFT) is excited to welcome Harvard Latino Alumni Alliance (HLAA) members to campus for a meaningful afternoon of connection with our undergraduate community. Come share your experiences, build relationships, and strengthen the Latinx network across generations.

April 25, 2026 in Winthrop Beren Rooftop
12–2 PM

Join us for an Alumni Connection Brunch hosted by LiFT THIS WEEKEND

Harvard Latinx in Finance & Technology (LiFT) is excited to welcome Harvard Latino Alumni Alliance (HLAA) members to campus for a meaningful afternoon of connection with our undergraduate community. Come share your experiences, build relationships, and strengthen the Latinx network across generations.

April 25, 2026 in Winthrop Beren Rooftop
12–2 PM

Come learn how to build your first cloud project with AWS—no experience needed! Maria Tracy ’28 (AWS Global University Program) will walk through how students can use AWS to create, launch, and scale their own ideas. You’ll also get a free AWS Builder ID to start building right away.

Food will be provided (pupusas from Achilitos). So come hungry and curious!

Harvard Hall 101
 April 22
 6:30–7:30 PM

LiFT Roundtable with Gabriel Sod Hoffs, Managing Director at Blackstone

LiFT is hosting a small, discussion-based roundtable with Gabriel Sod Hoffs, Managing Director at Blackstone. This interactive session will dive into global macro investing, emerging markets, and how investors think about risk, opportunity, and strategy on a global scale.

Time: Tuesday, April 14th from 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Fill out the interest form using the link in our bio or the QR code to apply.

LiFT Roundtable with Rafael Rivera, Director at KKR

LiFT is hosting a small, discussion-based virtual roundtable with Rafael Rivera, Director at KKR. As a member of the Capstone team within KKR’s Human Capital Center, Rafael focuses on driving employee engagement and implementing broad-based ownership programs across the KKR portfolio.

Time: Thursday, April 9th from 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

This interactive session will explore leadership, organizational transformation, employee engagement, and careers at the intersection of strategy, operations, and people.

Fill out the interest form using the link in our bio or the QR code to apply.