Membership

walk in, step up

We keep it simple: If you bring energy, ideas, and discipline, you’ll find your place here.

We don’t do applications, interviews, or info sessions. If you want in, show up. Attend three meetings, contribute to discussion, and make it clear you’re serious about the work — that’s it. No one’s going to hand you a title. You earn your place by engaging, pitching, critiquing, and showing respect for the standard we’re building.

BGC is flat. That means every member is expected to speak, to think critically, and to add value. If you’re looking for a passive learning experience, this probably isn’t the right group. But if you want to get sharper alongside other people who care about markets, analysis, and being held accountable — you’ll fit right in.

Everyone in the room is here for a reason. Not because they got picked, but because they consistently put something on the table. That’s how we protect the tone of this group. That’s how we make sure what we’re building stays real.

What we expect

We expect every member to show up, engage, and contribute. That means attending meetings regularly, giving real feedback — not filler — and being prepared to pitch at least once per term. We don’t tolerate passive involvement. Everyone is responsible for helping sharpen the group, whether through discussion, critique, or individual work. The tone is serious but collaborative: no ego, no posturing, just people who care about getting better. If you’re here, you’re here to add something — and that expectation applies to everyone, equally.

CURRENT MEMBERS

William Hanson ’26 – Massachusetts

Jeremiah Rayban ’27 – Delaware

Aron Markovics ’28 – Hungary

Taiki Takahashi ’28 – Japan

Mark Newland ’29 – South Carolina

Aidan Smith ’29 – Connecticut

Vasileios Derpanopoulos ’29 – Greece