From Goldman Sachs to Citadel, see 9 years of Wall Street rising stars who made their mark

We’re looking for the brightest up-and-comers on Wall Street.Since 2017, Business Insider’s Rising Stars of Wall Street list has highlighted the young professionals redefining the finance industry.

We’ve featured traders rewriting the playbook, investors shaping private markets, and influential dealmakers across firms such as Goldman Sachs, Blackstone, BlackRock, and Citadel, who quickly left their mark.Many of these honorees have since risen to lead businesses and shape the industry’s direction.We’re now seeking nominations for our fall 2026 list, and we want to hear from you.

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In the meantime, meet the stars we’ve highlighted in the past.

The latest class of young finance leaders you need to know — and what you need to know about them.

We asked the 2025 Rising Star honorees for their top tips for college grads, how they spent their first big paychecks, and about their routines.

Meet the classes of the past, made up of individuals who continue to succeed in one of the most competitive industries in the world.