Laiba Muhammed Ali

Laiba Muhammed Ali is a dedicated student at Rice University, pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematical Economic Analysis, with an expected graduation in May 2026. Currently serving as a Research Assistant at Rice University's Baker Institute for Public Policy, Laiba is involved in a project focusing on Afghan refugees in Pakistan. In February 2024, Laiba will begin an investment banking role at Jefferies as an incoming Summer Analyst while also participating in the Investment Banking Diversity Symposium. Previous experience includes roles as a Senior Analyst at the Rice Undergraduate Investment Fund, a Project Intern at Ameriprise Financial Services, and a Research Intern at the Collective for Social Science Research, among others. Laiba has also completed an Online Intensive Program with Girls Who Invest and participated in the 2024 Virtual Insight Series at Goldman Sachs. Educational experiences include a Summer Abroad Program at the University of Cambridge and A Levels from The Lyceum, covering subjects such as Mathematics and Economics.