Culture
Stories of people, purpose and progress
From war to Wall Street
How Mubera Madar unexpectedly found a long-lasting home at Schwab after escaping war in Sarajevo.
A discussion with U.S. Veterans Magazine
Russell Simmons shares his experiences about what it’s like to be a soldier and a veteran at Schwab.
Paying it forward
How two Schwab employees are using their own journeys to inspire teens to take control of their futures
Giving credit where it’s due after a big military promotion
National Guardsman Rob Crockem straddles both civilian and military roles, and says he's learned you don't get to where you are in life all on your own.
Finding space to serve clients and community starts with inner peace
How financial consultant Doreen Huang turned what she learned in a Himalayan ashram into a passion for serving her community in many ways.
The legend of Zep and forty years a trader
How Kevin Siemiawski brings his experience from the OG trading pit to Schwab clients as a trade rep.
Sharing culture can be as simple as sharing a meal
How Oscar Castaneda has used his cultural connection to food to build a community at Schwab.
The importance of mentorship, allyship and sponsorship
Shanelle Davis talks about her career as a woman in finance, and how empathetic allies and supportive mentors have been integral to her success.
The accidental financial planner
Experiencing financial hardships in life at an early age led Alicia Vande Ven to discover financial planning as a second career path.