How can finance professionals live up to their humanistic values while working in what is often a deeply conflicted industry? JC de Swaan will discuss the possibility of virtue in finance based on his research of ethical role models in the industry. Sharing stories of inspiring individuals in the field, he will lay out a framework for pursuing a viable career in finance while contributing to society and upholding one’s integrity. In the process, he will discuss what makes finance a force for good in society while highlighting some of the unique challenges finance professionals face, from structural changes in the industry to cognitive biases.