Ep.4 - The art of endowment investing with Leena Bhutta from Doris Duke foundation

Leena opens up about navigating Wall Street as a woman and immigrant, what it really means to manage a perpetual endowment, and how the Foundation blends financial returns with real-world impact across health, arts, and the environment. She also shares her views on AI's effect on entry-level finance roles, why she's bullish on biotech for the next decade, and the timeless habits — reading widely and rising early — that she built as a teenager and still relies on today.Whether you're a high school student curious about finance, a college student preparing for Wall Street, or simply interested in what it takes to lead at the highest levels of institutional investing, this episode is packed with wisdom, honesty, and actionable advice.Topics covered:Breaking into finance from a non-traditional backgroundWhat a foundation CIO actually does day-to-dayLiquidity management and long-term portfolio thinkingImpact investing and biotech as a growth sectorAI's impact on entry-level finance careersThe habits and mindset that drive long-term success