LEGAL HUSTLER OF THE MONTH: DANA SELLERS

1. What is your name?

Dana Sellers

2. Where were you born/raised?

Detroit, Michigan

3. What college(s) did you attend?

Spelman College

4. What is your primary occupation?

Investment Banking / Real estate private equity structuring and fundraising

5. What advice would you give to a young person who wants to pursue the same career?

If someone wanted to pursue a career in investment banking, I would suggest they participate in a summer analyst program. It provides an opportunity to experience the culture and atmosphere by allowing you to take on the responsibilities and functions of full-time analysts. After a week of intensive training, they would spend the summer within a specific group, building a foundation in the basic skills of financial analysis, accounting and valuation, and working on a wide range of transactions. Depending on their performance and their fit, they could potentially be hired on a full time basis after graduation.



6. What other business interests do you have?

I have always wanted to start my own community service organization with a focus on children in low-income households.

7. What are your financial goals?

I aspire to be financially wealthy enough where money isn't a concern to me.

8. Name two people who you admire or who have influenced you.

My mother, Jacqueline Sellers and my mentor, Carla Harris.

9. What do you like to do in your spare time?

I like to go to parties, travel, shop, spend time with friends, and read.

10. Use this space to either give shout outs OR promote anything you would like to promote (please include your website if you have one)

I'd like to thank Mekka Don for the opportunity and my closest friends/family, Dominique, Erin, Laurice and Catherine.