Marquette Business welcomes Prachi Patel as director of Applied Investment Management Program

Marquette Business has named Prachi Patel, Bus Ad '21 as the director of the Applied Investment Management (AIM) program. Patel will lead applied learning planning, event and fundraising coordination, and oversee alumni relations, the advisory board, and student recruitment supporting the AIM program's continued growth and impact.

"I am thrilled to step into this role and I look forward to the many ways I can support the program's growth," said Patel. "It is an honor to have the ability to support, guide and give back to the AIM program in this capacity - a program that was so integral to my own college experience and professional development while a student at Marquette."

Prior to this role, Patel completed a 10-month rotation in BMO Bank's Commercial Analyst Development Program (CADP) and most recently served as a portfolio senior associate at Eldridge Capital, formerly Maranon Capital, where she worked from May 2022 to April 2026. A Marquette alumna, Patel participated in the AIM program as a student and graduated with a bachelor's degree in finance.

"We're excited to welcome Prachi to the AIM program," said Bin Wang, Department of Finance Chair. "Her industry experience, deep ties to Marquette and personal involvement in AIM make her an exceptional addition to the program and the college."

The addition of Patel reflects Marquette Business's commitment to continuous growth, innovation and student success. Patel's industry experience and invaluable perspective as a former AIM student means she has the necessary skills to strengthen the connection between classroom learning and real-world application.