Patrick Curtis

Patrick Curtis is the CEO and Founder of Wall Street Oasis (WSO), a prominent online community dedicated to finance careers. He established WSO in 2006, initially as a platform for investment banking professionals and students, which has since expanded to encompass a wide range of finance-related fields, boasting over 1,000,000 members and 20 million visits annually.12

Education and Early Career

Curtis holds a B.A. in Economics from Williams College (2002) and an MBA in Entrepreneurial Management from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania (2010) .14 His professional journey began as an Investment Banking Analyst at Rothschild in New York from 2002 to 2004, followed by roles as a Private Equity Associate at New Heritage Capital and Tailwind Capital until 2008.13

Founding Wall Street Oasis

The concept for Wall Street Oasis emerged after Curtis faced unexpected job loss in private equity. This experience motivated him to create a community that could provide guidance and support for others navigating similar challenges in finance. Initially launched as iBankingOasis.com, the platform was rebranded to its current name and has grown significantly since its inception.23

Vision and Impact

Curtis aims to make WSO the most entertaining and useful finance community globally, focusing on transparency in the finance industry and helping individuals from diverse backgrounds develop their careers. His leadership has fostered an environment where users can share experiences and advice, contributing to a supportive network for aspiring finance professionals.24

In addition to his role at WSO, Curtis emphasizes the importance of networking and building relationships within the industry, which he considers crucial for career advancement.4