CBPP Team Wins 3rd Place Prize at 15th Quinnipiac Investment Game Competition
by CBPP |
The 15th Global Asset Management Education (GAME) Forum, hosted by Quinnipiac University, took place March 19–20, 2026, at the New York Marriott Marquis in New York City. The event brought together a global network of 135 universities, more than 130 industry experts, and approximately 1,200 students for two days of learning, collaboration, and connection.
Recognized as a premier experiential learning conference in finance, the GAME Forum featured engaging discussions on topics such as artificial intelligence in investing, global market trends, and portfolio strategy. Students also had the opportunity to connect directly with industry professionals, recruiters, and peers from around the world.
The College of Business and Public Policy (CBPP) was represented by 10 students—five undergraduate and five graduate students—alongside faculty advisor Dr. Ajit Dayanandan. Their participation was made possible through the generous support of the Michael J. Burns Excellence Endowment Fund, which helped provide students with access to this impactful, career-shaping experience.
A key highlight was the presentation of CBPP’s Seawolf Student Managed Portfolio by undergraduate finance students. Established in 2021 through a generous $1 million+ gift from Gary Klopfer and Jane Cuddy Klopfer, the Seawolf Investment Fund provides students with hands-on investment experience through the BA 491A course. The Seawolf Fund has consistently outperformed market benchmarks, and presenting at the GAME Forum allowed students to showcase their success while comparing performance with peer institutions. As part of the forum’s Investment Game Competition, the CBPP team earned third place in the Value Global Portfolio poster competition—competing against 135 universities worldwide—with undergraduate students Carmen Sofie Neilseen and Katie Sperry presenting the Seawolf Portfolio’s performance results.
Beyond the sessions, students gained valuable networking experience, connecting with prospective employers and building relationships within the finance community. Their participation reflects CBPP’s strong commitment to experiential learning and preparing students for careers in a rapidly evolving financial industry.