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Eileen Heckel

Eileen Heckel

Capital One

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Eileen's work combines: Business, Technology, and Accomplishing Goals

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Day In The Life

Treasury Management Sales Advisor

I provide treasury management solutions for commercial clients to improve efficiency and cash flows.

Skills & Education

Here's the path I took:

  • High School

    West Islip High School

  • Bachelor's Degree

    Dowling College

  • Graduate Degree

    Library and Information Science

    Long Island University-C W Post Campus

Here's the path I recommend for someone who wants to be a Financial Risk Specialists:

High School

Bachelor's Degree: Bachelor Degree

Graduate Degree: Library and Information Science

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Life & Career Milestones

My path in life took a while to figure out

  • 1.

    Had a college professor who mentored me.

  • 2.

    Participated in a banking symposium and met local bank leaders through networking.

  • 3.

    Worked hard and had a good work ethic.

  • 4.

    Achieved goals I set for myself and enjoyed success!

  • 5.

    Believed in myself-I was not afraid to take risks and was open to challenges.

  • 6.

    I was flexible and open to new work experiences.

Defining Moments

How I responded to discouragement

  • THE NOISE

    Messages from Myself:

    This will be good for you...make sure you think it will be good for you. Listen to your inner voice and use good judgment. I turned down a promotion because I knew it was not right for me. This was the best move I could have ever made for my career.

  • How I responded:

    I did a lot of soul searching - thought it through carefully before making a decision. I made sure what the consequences of my choice would be for me personally and my career in the long term.

Experiences and challenges that shaped me

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  • Returned to a career and graduate school while going through a divorce while my mother and sister were suffering from cancer. This was the most difficult time in my life. I faced these challenges with fortitude, conviction and compassion.