Events

West Virginia Luncheon & Social

CFA Society Pittsburgh invites its members, candidates, and stakeholders to a complimentary lunch and social on  Wednesday, June 3, at 12:00 PM at the Black Sheep in Charleston, West Virginia . Enjoy great food and networking, courtesy of CFA Society Pittsburgh! Members and non-members are welcome to join. Location Black Sheep 702 Quarrier St. Charleston, WV 25301

Private Credit-A Past, Present, and Future View

Private Credit-A Past, Present, and Future View Join speaker Mike Gelsomino, Principal with Apollo, for an overview of private credit through the lens of its history, structure, and current market landscape, with insight into the strategies and trends shaping the industry’s next chapter. We'll meet at the Omni William Penn Hotel on Thursday, June 18; doors will open at 11:45 AM for a 12:00 PM presentation.   Speaker: Mike Gelsomino Mike Gelsomino joined Apollo in February 2025, as a Principal on the CPMI team. He joins from Alberto Safra Family Office (ASA), where he served as Head of Multi-Asset Solutions, overseeing ASA’s ex-Brazil investments with a particular emphasis on fixed income and private credit. Prior to ASA, he spent 8 years as a Multi-Asset Portfolio Manager at Itaú Asset Management, where he managed portfolios across public and private markets and was a member of the firm’s global investment committee. Earlier in his career, he worked as a Foreign Exchange & Interest Rates Analyst at JPMorgan and later as an M&A Analyst, focusing primarily on direct lending and acquisition financing. Mike holds an MBA from Cornell University, an MSc. from the University of Pennsylvania, and a BA from Haverford College. He is fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese.   Sponsor:  Alexander Schmiesing,  Apollo.com Location Omni William Penn Hotel 530 William Penn Place Pittsburgh, PA 15219 Date & Time Thursday, June 18 11:45 AM - 1:00 PM Register here or by clicking "more info" below.

Summer Social, Hosted with the ELG

Join CFA Society Pittsburgh and the Emerging Leaders Group (ELG) for our Summer Social. This is a casual evening to connect with fellow members, colleagues, and professionals across the investment community as we wrap up another successful season of programming. Enjoy great conversation, networking, and refreshments in a relaxed setting at Aslin Beer Company in the Strip District. Whether you’re a longtime member or new to the Society, we hope you’ll join us for an enjoyable summer evening with peers and industry friends. Date:  Wednesday, June 24 Time:  4:30 – 7:00 PM Location:  Aslin Beer Company Register here or by clicking "more info" below.

ELG Social: Shooters Golf

Join the Emerging Leaders Group (ELG) for a summer social at  Shooters Golf!  Connect with fellow professionals and CFA Society Pittsburgh members for an evening of networking, conversation, and fun in a relaxed setting. Whether you’re new to the industry, growing your network, or reconnecting with colleagues, this is a great opportunity to build relationships with peers across the investment community while enjoying golf games, refreshments, and a casual summer atmosphere. No golf experience necessary — all skill levels are welcome. We hope to see you there! Register here or by clicking "more info" below.