“The Harbert Investment Center advances excellence in financial thought and practice
through experiential student programs, collaborative research linking industry with
academia, and outreach that connects academia, the finance profession, and the broader
finance community. ”
Leadership
Executive Director
As executive director of the Harbert Investment Center, Tracy Richard is charged with establishing programs and curriculum that drive advanced student
preparation and placement for top finance students , including Auburn’s Financial
Management Association (FMA) and the Auburn Student Investment Fund (ASIF). Tracy's
professional background is in corporate investment banking where she worked as a coverage
banker for Wells Fargo in their Las Vegas Gaming Division, and the Diversified Industries
Group for Truist in Nashville. Tracy has received the FMA National Outstanding Advisor
Award, Auburn University Final Lecture Award, AU Parents Association Faculty Award,
Corey Edwards Advisor of the Year Award and the Harbert College of Business Outstanding
Faculty Member, Professional, and Teaching Awards.
Research Director
In his role as Harbert Investment Center research director, Dr. Albert Wang works to further elevate the research profile of the Department of Finance and to
foster engagement between Auburn faculty, doctoral students, and the broader academic
and professional finance communities.
Dr. Jeffery Hart is the director of outreach for the Harbert Investment Center. He advances the Center’s
visibility, engagement, and impact across the College, University, student body, alumni
network, and broader financial services community through high-quality programming,
communications, and tracking systems that showcase student outcomes and departmental
initiatives.
Degrees & Programs
Faculty & Staff
Career Development
Recruiters & Industry
