Education

• MS, Finance, Auburn University, 2004
• BS, Mathematics, Auburn University, 2002

Professional Activities

As program champion, Mandy Harrelson is responsible for integrating academic requirements, employer needs, professional development, and student preferences into a holistic program that promotes student entry into their chosen career field. She mentors the finance students in the various career paths within the industry and helps them utilize resources on campus in hopes to compete for the best internships and career opportunities. In connection, Harrelson works closely with companies of all sizes to maximize their success in recruiting Harbert College of Business finance students. Harrelson teaches FINC 3010—Professional Development, FINC 3610—Principles of Business Finance, and FINC 4920—Internship.

Prior to accepting the full-time position as program champion, Harrelson was an active financial advisor for Northwestern Mutual Financial Network. Her focus was in personal needs analysis, asset & income protection, education funding, retirement solutions, long term care insurance, and annuities. She continues to hold her Series 6, 63, 65, and & 7 licenses and practices in the field with 20/20 Wealth Management. Harrelson also possesses her CLU, ChFC, and CLTC designations.