Sales & Trading Association: From Club Meetings to the Trading Floor

Host George Kaparis ’27 sits down with Molly Agnew ’26 and Peyton Mason '26 to explore how Boston College’s Sales & Trading Association helps freshmen and sophomores discover market-facing careers, build technical know-how, and navigate the intense recruiting process. Molly and Peyton share personal stories about what drew them to sales & trading, explain the club’s three-pronged prep approach (technical foundations, behavioral readiness, and networking), and highlight hands-on opportunities like their first Wall Street trek. If you’re curious about day-to-day life on a trading desk or unsure which pre-professional club fits you, this episode lays out practical next steps and real BC pathways into finance.  0:00 | Welcome to Discover Boston College with George Kaparis ‘27. 0:17 | Introducing Molly Agnew ’26 & Peyton Mason '26, Co-Presidents of the Sales & Trading Association. 0:50 | What is the Sales & Trading Association and the club’s mission? 2:01 | How Peyton found sales & trading — the fast-paced, markets-facing draw. 3:20 | Molly's path into S&T — family influence and joining the club. 4:47 | How the club prepares students for roles on Wall Street (technical + behavioral + network). 7:16 | Wall Street trek & trading-floor visits — why experiential learning matters. 8:20 | Advice — Choosing a pre-professional club: explore widely, then narrow to what fits you. 10:04 | How to get involved — meetings (Tuesdays 7 PM, Gasson 306), email the presidents. 10:47 | Thank you for tuning into this episode of Discover Boston College!  Stay tuned for the latest updates on Discover Boston College, a Boston College Student Affairs and D100 Media podcast.Have an idea for this podcast? Text D100 Radio on Messages or email bcsa@bc.edu.