Press Release: Pace University Partners with Sixth Street and Goldman Sachs to Host Inaugural Fintech Conference

Discussions focused on Cybersecurity, Cloud Infrastructure and Artificial Intelligence

Pace University’s Seidenberg School of Computer Science and Information Systems partnered with leading global investment firms Sixth Street and Goldman Sachs to host the University’s inaugural fintech conference, Pace of Fintech: Accelerating Innovation Conference.

The conference held last week included a conversation on cutting-edge technology shaping the future of finance. Industry leaders and esteemed Pace faculty provided experts insights on automating analog markets, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, quants in finance, and generative AI. A discussion of early career networking, led by Sixth Street and Pace’s Career Services, provided valuable career-building advice to upcoming and new graduates.

“Pace University’s first-ever fintech conference brought together the top experts in the fields of finance, artificial intelligence and internet security to share their industry knowledge,” said Marvin Krislov, president of Pace. “We see ourselves at the forefront of these sectors and look forward to continuing our work in them alongside our corporate partners.”

The University launched its own artificial intelligence (AI) lab earlier this year. The space serves as the central hub for the Pace community, offering training and opportunities for students, faculty and staff.

The Seidenberg School of Computer Science and Information Systems currently offers AI degrees in a Bachelor of Science in computer science, computation economics and data science. The school is planning to launch two new artificial intelligence master’s programs, with a Master of Science in artificial intelligence and a Master of Science in applied artificial intelligence.

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Pace University and Lubin School of Business student Vidhi Kothari offered the following: “The discussion was fascinating, especially the fireside chat. It struck me that we’re on the brink of a technological revolution akin to the internet boom. This could redefine our future in profound ways.”

Pace speakers and participants included:

• Marvin Krislov, President
• Phyllis Mooney, Assistant Vice President, Career Services and Employer Relations

Other featured speakers included:

• Adam Korn, Chief Information Officer, Sixth Street
• R. Martin Chavez, Partner and Vice Chairman, Sixth Street
• Marco Argenti, Chief Information Officer, Goldman Sachs
• John Madsen, Head of Core Engineering, Goldman Sachs
• Armen A.A. Avanessians, Chair, Columbia Universities Data Science Council, and Member, Columbia Engineering's Visitors Board, Columbia World Projects President's Council, Columbia University (former Head and Chief Investment Officer, Goldman Sachs)
• Stephanie Cohen, Chief Strategy Officer, Cloudflare
• David Stone, Head of North American Financial Services, Office of the CISO, Google Cloud"

The day’s events included panel discussions on Automating Analog Markets; Quants in Finance; Cybersecurity; Cloud Infrastructure; Early Career and Generative AI Applications.

Mooney, in the Career Networking Workshop, told the audience: “Be open minded before you begin your job search. Spend a lot of time reading job descriptions and researching the websites of the companies you are interested in. What are the skills and experiences they are looking for and then look to acquire those skills inside and outside the classroom.”

To close out the conference, a 45-minute fireside chat included President Krislov, R. Martin Chavez, Partner and Vice Chairman, Sixth Street; Adam Korn, Chief Information Officer and Chief Operating Officer, Sixth Street; and John Madsen, Chief Technology Officer & Head of Core Engineering, Goldman Sachs.

About Pace University

Since 1906, Pace University has been transforming the lives of its diverse students—academically, professionally, and socioeconomically. With campuses in New York City and Westchester County, Pace offers bachelor, master, and doctoral degree programs to 13,600 students in its College of Health Professions, Dyson College of Arts and Sciences, Elisabeth Haub School of Law, Lubin School of Business, Sands College of Performing Arts, School of Education, and Seidenberg School of Computer Science and Information Systems.

About the Seidenberg School of Computer Science and Information Systems

The Seidenberg School of Computer Science and Information Systems at Pace University is a leading institute of technology education. Students experience a dynamic and expansive technology education at the undergraduate and graduate levels. One of the first comprehensive schools of computing in the nation, the Seidenberg School is strategically located in the heart of NYC’s tech scene, right on the doorstep of New York’s most promising companies. With access to established tech giants and exciting new start-ups from both the New York City and the Westchester campus, Seidenberg offers the opportunity to connect, intern with, and enjoy lucrative tech jobs following graduation. Through partnerships with leading tech firms, banks, federal agencies, and global institutions, the school’s curricula and programs are designed to ground students in the fundamentals while offering numerous hands-on experiential learning opportunity. The faculty includes numerous experts in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, data science, game development, software engineering, and much more, who operate labs and centers providing students with practical experience and connections that lead to impressive internships and jobs.

About Sixth Street

Sixth Street is a global investment firm with over $75 billion in assets under management and committed capital. Sixth Street uses its long-term flexible capital, data-enabled capabilities, and One Team culture to develop themes and offer solutions to companies across all stages of growth. Founded in 2009, Sixth Street has more than 600 team members including over 250 investment professionals operating around the world.

About Goldman Sachs

Goldman Sachs is a leading global financial institution that delivers a broad range of financial services to a large and diversified client base that includes corporations, financial institutions, governments, and individuals. Founded in 1869, the firm is headquartered in New York and maintains offices in all major financial centers around the world.