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From Knowledge Bowl Competitor to Financial Counseling 

Learn how attending Symposium positioned a finance student for a life-changing career opportunity serving others and eventual AFC certification. 

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Challenge At a Glance:

  • Navigating uncertainty regarding financial counseling career opportunities following graduation.


Results At a Glance:

  • Accepted a position as a Personal Financial Counselor with Magellan Financial.
  • Started her journey toward AFC certification.

The Challenge:

Rachel Booth, a then Utah State University Senior and Knowledge Bowl participant, wanted to apply her education in financial counseling but was uncertain of the career opportunities available after graduation. 

The Solution:

As a Knowledge Bowl competitor, Rachel received a complimentary Symposium registration, which enabled her to build connections and explore career options. She learned about the broad applicability of the AFC® credential and spoke with representatives from Magellan Financial, the Knowledge Bowl sponsor.

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“Through Symposium, I found my first job out of college! Without Symposium, I am not sure I would have been able to find a job in what I love, financial counseling. And now I have that and a new adventure living in Alaska, too! If you are looking to for opportunities to seize, the symposium is a great place to be.”
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Rachel Booth, AFC®

The Results:

  • Accepted a Personal Financial Counselor position with Magellan Financial following Symposium networking.
  • Received complimentary Symposium registration and a one-year AFCPE membership as a Knowledge Bowl competitor.
  • Gained access to the AFC Online Study Guide, one exam attempt, and up to 45 AFC experience hours.

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