Financial Modeler's Corner

What Every Finance Student Should Learn Before Graduating with Riley Edwards

07 Apr 2026

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In this episode of Financial Modeler’s Corner, Paul Barnhurst sits down with Riley Edwards to discuss what it’s like starting out in financial modeling and how those skills carry into real-world financial planning. The conversation covers early mistakes, learning experiences, and the importance of presenting financial information clearly. Riley shares his journey from studying finance to working in wealth management, along with how financial modeling helped him build confidence, improve communication, and handle client conversations more effectively. Riley Edwards is a Financial Planning professional at IG Private Wealth Management, working with Fox-Revett Heslegrave & Associates. He is an Adrian College alumnus and is currently building his career in the financial planning industry. Based in Schomberg, Ontario, Canada, he focuses on helping clients understand their finances and make better decisions through clear analysis. Expect to LearnWhat early mistakes in financial modeling look like and how to fix themWhy understanding the basics is more important than just building modelsHow financial modeling improves confidence in professional settingsWhy presentation skills matter just as much as technical skillsHow modeling helps handle difficult client conversationsHere are a few quotes from the episode:“Learning modeling is easier when you have people around you to share ideas and solve problems together.” - Riley Edwards“Financial modeling is not just about numbers. It’s about understanding where you are today and where you’re going tomorrow.” - Riley EdwardsFinancial modeling is not just about spreadsheets. It’s about turning numbers into something people can understand and use. As Riley explains, the real value comes from how you present and communicate that information, especially when the conversation is not easy.Follow Riley:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rileyedwards0405/Company’s Website: https://www.foxrevettassociates.comFollow Financial Modeler's Corner: LinkedIn Page- https://www.linkedin.com/company/financial-modeler-s-corner/Newsletter - Subscribe on LinkedIn -https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7079020077076905984Sign up for the Advanced Financial Modeler Accreditation Today and receive 15% off by using the special show code ‘Podcast’. Visit https://bit.ly/497oAqW and use the code “Podcast” to save 15% when you register. In today’s episode: [02:57] – First Modeling Mistake[05:07] – Getting Started in Financial Modeling[07:29] – Learning Experience & Education[10:04] – Most Rewarding Part of Modeling[12:23] – Importance of Presentation Skills[13:37] – Challenges in Learning Modeling[15:29] – Current Role in Wealth Management[17:38] – Personal Motivation & Background[19:00] – Using Modeling in Client Work[21:18] – AI in Learning & Modeling[25:18] – Excel Tips & Shortcuts[27:28] – Rapid Fire Round

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Financial Modeler's Corner

What Every Finance Student Should Learn Before Graduating with Riley Edwards

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13:00H | 21 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

10:00H | 21 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

12:00H | 20 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

2ª PARTE | 06 ENE 2026 | EL PARTIDAZO DE COPE

3ª PARTE | 22 ENE 2026 | EL PARTIDAZO DE COPE

3ª PARTE | 04 MAR 2026 | EL PARTIDAZO DE COPE

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