Bryant University Twelve Points Academy

Bryant University Twelve Points Academy

Higher Education

Smithfield, RI 204 followers

A chapter of Twelve Points Academy. Dedicated to advancing financial literacy throughout local communities.

About us

Advancing financial literacy through community impact 💸📚 | Empowering future leaders & giving back | Financial education is a right, not a privilege 🏛️ | Bettering ourselves & our community, one step at a time 🔍✨

Industry
Higher Education
Company size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Smithfield, RI
Type
Nonprofit

Locations

Employees at Bryant University Twelve Points Academy

Updates

  • On December 14th, some of TPA's members had the privilege of attending the annual Light on Ice event. This incredible charity hockey game, organized by The Light Foundation, featured a match between the Boston Bruins Alumni Association and the Light Foundation All-Stars. We would like to extend our thanks to Matt Light and The Light Foundation for organizing such a memorable event. A special thank you also goes to Dave Clayman, CMT®, C(k)P®, AIF®, CPWA® for providing TPA members with the opportunity to be part of this amazing experience! #LightonIce #TPA #Charity

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  • On December 8th, TPA proudly celebrated the induction of our members—Joshua Bois, Dominic Porcaro, CSM, Eriana Florentino, and Monica Garbacz—into the Omicron Delta Kappa National Leadership Honor Society. This organization recognizes student leaders in the top 35% of their class who excel in both academic achievement and leadership within their campus communities. We are thrilled to have these exceptional members represent TPA and continue to contribute to our mission!

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  • 🟡E-Board Spotlight🟡 For our final E-Board spotlight meet Charlie Austin, currently serving as the Alumni Relations Chair for our chapter. Charlie is dedicated to strengthening connections with alumni and fostering a supportive network for TPA members. As an economics major from Brunswick, Maine, Charlie is eager to gain hands-on experience in the business world. After college, he aspires to become a consultant to help small businesses grow and eventually start his own. Charlie plans to leverage his knowledge and skills to build meaningful alumni relationships and create opportunities that benefit both current members and graduates of Bryant’s TPA chapter.

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  • 🟡E-BOARD SPOTLIGHT🟡 For our next E-Board Spotlight, meet Michael DiBenedetto, our chapter’s dedicated Club Relations Chair! Michael plays a key role in strengthening connections between Twelve Point Academy and other campus organizations. He ensures smooth communication, promotes our events, and fosters collaboration opportunities for TPA to engage with the broader campus community. Looking ahead, Michael aspires to work with High Net Worth Clients, specializing in Alternative Investments within their portfolios. His goal is to pursue a Back-End Wealth Management role, focusing on managing complex portfolios and performing valuation work on advanced investment products like options, swaptions, derivatives, and more. Michael is driven by his passion for helping clients achieve financial success and meet their financial goals.

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  • 🟡E-Board Spotlight🟡 Meet Connor Matson, filling one of our Greek Life Relations Chair positions. In this role, Connor connects Twelve Points Academy with his fraternity, Sigma Chi, and the wider Greek Life community here at Bryant University. As incumbent Vice President of Sigma Chi, he has been developing strong leadership skills through various chapter responsibilities. Connor is also a Financial Analyst at Ameriprise Financial Services, where he builds on his expertise in customer relationship management and business skills as a whole. With his leadership experience and growing business expertise, Connor is poised to make a significant impact on the growth of Twelve Points Academy while advancing his own career.

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  • 🟡E-BOARD SPOTLIGHT🟡 Next up in our E-board spotlights is Eriana Florentino one of our Greek Life Relations Chairs. Eriana works to strengthen the connection between Bryant’s Greek Life community and TPA, ensuring that all four sororities stay informed and involved in chapter activities. As a member of Alpha Omicron Pi, she is focused on fostering collaboration and promoting the importance of financial literacy throughout Greek Life along with the wider Bryant community. Eriana is currently pursuing a degree in psychology and gaining practical experience through a mini-internship with Kerzner Associates. In this role, she participates in clinical meetings alongside experienced professionals. After graduation, Eriana plans to enroll in Bryant’s Doctor of Clinical Psychology (Psy.D.) program and ultimately pursue a career in therapy or industrial-organizational psychology.

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  • 🔵⚪Ready to Unlock the Power of LinkedIn?⚪🔵 Join us on December 3 at 5:30 PM for a “Rock Your LinkedIn Workshop” led by Laura Dinan Haber, Innovation Brand Director at Nassau Financial Group! With 15+ years in insurance and retiretech, Laura brings unmatched expertise in digital transformation and community-building, making her the ideal guide to elevate your professional profile. As co-host of the Re/Imagine and Prime Life podcasts and a leader in Connecticut's tech and entrepreneurial community, Laura connects with industry innovators to drive progress. Her recognitions, including the Insurtech Influencer Award and 40 Under Forty, highlight her commitment to impactful work and innovation. Don’t miss this chance to learn from an industry expert and take your LinkedIn game to the next level! 📅 Date: December 3 🕠 Time: 5:30PM - 6:30PM 📍 Fisher 2B

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  • 🟡E-BOARD SPOTLIGHT🟡 For our next E-Board spotlight, meet Jacob Trimble, our chapter’s Secretary Chair. Jake is dedicated to the growth and expansion of Bryant TPA, with a strong focus on ensuring effective communication and organization within the chapter. As a Finance and Economics major, Jake is passionate about leveraging Bryant’s opportunities to achieve success and make a lasting impact. This past summer, Jake interned with Barnum Financial Group, where he was introduced to the world of financial planning. He quickly fell in love with the field and realized he wanted to pursue it as a career. Excited to help the chapter reach new heights, Jake plans to use his skills and dedication to foster a strong and engaged community for Bryant TPA.

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  • 🟡E-BOARD SPOTLIGHT🟡 For our next e-board spotlight, meet Dominic Porcaro, CSM, our Chapter’s Athletics Chair. In this role, Dom is dedicated to advancing the growth of Twelve Points Athletics, with a focus on making a meaningful and lasting impact on student-athletes across the country. Over the past two summers, Dom has served as a Stadium Operations Manager with the Worcester Bravehearts. Additionally, he has spent the past two years during the academic semesters working as a Game Day Sales and Event Coordinator for the Providence Bruins. Through these professional experiences and his active involvement with TPA, Dom has built a strong foundation for a successful career. Upon graduation, he aims to pursue a career in either sales or project management, leveraging his experience to make a significant impact in the business world.

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