Building pathways together: Bloomberg, TIAA/Nuveen, and City Tutors invest in the next generation

On a recent spring evening, more than 100 students, mentors, and professionals came together at Bloomberg’s Global Headquarters for a career-focused gathering hosted in partnership with TIAA/Nuveen and City Tutors. This gathering was part of Bloomberg’s Your Path, Your Future program, an initiative designed to introduce young people to careers in industries where Bloomberg has expertise — including technology, data, news, and finance — and to connect young people with experienced professionals who can help them navigate the path to success. 

Designed with students at the center, the evening featured a dynamic panel, small-group breakout sessions, and direct networking opportunities with professionals. Participants asked thoughtful questions, shared personal stories, and gained exposure to real career journeys. Mentors left energized by the insight, determination, and readiness they saw in the room. 

“We created Your Path, Your Future to help young people see what’s possible and to connect them with the people and experiences that can help them get there,” said Nancy Cutler, who leads Corporate Philanthropy for the Americas at Bloomberg. “Partnering with City Tutors and TIAA/Nuveen shows the power of working together around a shared purpose to scale our impact and create more pathways to success.”

Building on years of collaboration, the evening marked Bloomberg’s first in-person event with City Tutors, a nonprofit working to expand opportunities for young people across New York City. Attendees included undergraduates, recent grads, and master’s students from across CUNY’s 25 campuses, many of whom are balancing school, work, and caregiving while pursuing their career goals.

“Our community carries more than most—juggling school, work, caregiving, and the hopes of their families. And still, they show up with hunger, curiosity, and the drive to grow. What made this night special was that the professionals from Bloomberg and TIAA/Nuveen truly saw that. They saw themselves in our students. They responded with care, openness, and real respect. Our learners left feeling seen, and excited to imagine themselves in places like this, not as visitors, but as future colleagues,” said Garri Rivkin, Executive Director, The City Tutors.

Since 2021, more than 160 Bloomberg employees have volunteered with City Tutors, with 68 currently serving as active mentors. This event built on that momentum and on Bloomberg’s broader efforts to expand access to careers in technology, news, and finance through mentorship and community engagement. 

A shared investment in talent and community

For Bloomberg and TIAA/Nuveen, this was an opportunity to connect with homegrown NYC talent. These students and young professionals brought insight, skill, and determination, and left the evening with new tools and perspectives to fuel their career journeys. The evening served as both a showcase of shared commitment and a celebration of what’s possible through partnership.

“This meaningful partnership with Bloomberg and The City Tutors aligned perfectly with TIAA/Nuveen’s Igniting Brighter Futures initiative, which exposes high school and college students, many of whom are first-generation college students, to a range of careers in the financial services and asset management industries,” said Amy O’Brien, Global Head of Responsible Investing at Nuveen. “Through our Igniting Brighter Futures initiative, we aim to inspire and provide life skills that help prepare students for success and a pathway to and through college and into the workforce.”

TIAA/Nuveen’s participation added to the experience, reflecting a strong partnership between the two companies and a shared commitment to supporting future leaders. Together, Bloomberg and TIAA/Nuveen created a space where the learners could ask questions, gain visibility into career paths, and begin building meaningful professional relationships.

A night of perspective and possibility

That spirit of possibility could be felt throughout the evening. Participants arrived prepared with questions, goals, and a hunger to learn. They left not only with answers, but also with greater confidence, clarity, and a better understanding of the steps ahead. These conversations offered insight into real career journeys and the value of building connections along the way.

“I got a glimpse of real office culture and saw how welcoming everyone was. It wasn’t about being the most talented but about embracing new perspectives,” said Mitu Akter, Baruch College student

Mentors also walked away with a renewed sense of purpose, inspired by the students’ energy and reminded of how impactful one conversation can be. “It was an amazing event. The panelists offered thoughtful guidance, personal stories, and practical advice that really resonated. The students were highly engaged and eager to build connections. You could feel the energy in the room—it was truly inspiring,” said Rebecca Emery, Bloomberg mentor.

As the evening came to a close, one message stood out: Your Path, Your Future is more than a program. It was a commitment to community, to collaboration, and to the next generation of leaders.