Money Mentors

The Money Mentors will return on January 16 th to help with your personal finance questions and goals

What is a Money Mentor?

A Money Mentor is a Mississippi State student who works one-on-one with other students on their personal finance questions and goals. Money Mentors are here to help students feel empowered with their finances and are here to assist with building a budget, planning for loan repayment, understanding employer benefits, building credit, and more.

Want to join the team? Apply here!

Schedule an appointment

Do you have questions about your personal finances? Schedule a one-on-one coaching session with a Money Mentor. Topics include budget building, student loan repayment, banking and credit, and financial goal setting.

Schedule a free Money Mentor session!

Cancellation Policy

To respect our Mentors’ time and ensure their availability to the students who wish to meet with them, students should cancel their meeting or contact moneymentors@msstate.edu at least 24 hours prior to a missed session.

Schedule a presentation

Interested in having a Money Mentor come speak to your class or organization about personal finance?

Book a presentation on money management, building credit, student loans, and more.

Meet the Money Mentor Team

David Meyers

Certified Financial Peer Mentor

Hey! My name is David Meyers, and I'm a senior studying Finance here at Mississippi State. Through both my studies and experience in the finance industry, I have learned a great deal of financial knowledge that I'm excited to share with you all. I hope that my knowledge and experiences can help others to better understand financial wellness and feel more comfortable with their current financial state. The Money Mentor Program is very beneficial for all students with all backgrounds, and I hope to meet with you soon!

Peyton Fuester

Certified Financial Peer Mentor

Hi! My name is Peyton Fuester and I am a junior majoring in Finance and Management. I am the Financial Coaching and Outreach Intern for the Student Money Management Center. I have had an interest in personal finance since high school and I am glad to be getting involved with an organization such as the SMMC. Through my coursework, personal experiences, and other involvements on campus, I am thrilled to share my knowledge with everyone. I have the opportunity to be a Money Mentor and give presentations of various financial topics to organizations across campus.

Haleigh Clarke

Certified Financial Peer Mentor

Hello there! My name is Haleigh Clarke, and I am a senior Kinesiology major with a concentration in Performance Fitness here at Mississippi State. Through my prior job experiences and organization positions at State, I have accumulated various knowledge and information that I am eager to share with everyone. I am thrilled to be a Money Mentor this year as it will help me better my leadership and engagement skills for my career. I’m looking forward to meeting, informing, and helping you along your financial path here at Mississippi State!

Canyon Black

Certified Financial Peer Mentor

Hey! My name is Canyon Black, and I am a second-year student at Mississippi State studying Medical Technology and performing multiple research projects. I have been working for the university and have been involved in research projects since my first semester here. During my studies, I have learned much about financial wellness and personal finance in multiple related courses over the past 3 years. I am very excited to be a Money Mentor and help students become more comfortable with discussing money and have more confidence in their own financial knowledge. The knowledge and skills I use now by being a Money Mentor will not only aid everyone I meet, but myself as well. I hope all of us at the Student Money Management Center can help you with anything and everything along your financial journey.

Jack West

Hi, my name is Jack West, and I am a senior Marketing student with a concentration in Integrated Digital Marketing here at Mississippi State. I am a Social Media Intern here at SMMC and plan to use the knowledge I have gained in my classes to reach new students who want to get their financial future in line. I hope that the information I share on social media not only helps students make better financial decisions but also makes a lasting impact on them. I am excited to help students find their way toward financial success.

Brady Gray

Hello! My name is Brady Gray, and I am the Graduate Assistant for the Student Money Management Center this year. I graduated with my bachelor's degree in finance from MSU and I am currently pursuing my MBA. Through my coursework here and my own experience working in the finance industry, I have gained a great deal of financial knowledge that I am eager to share with you all. I am excited to serve as the Graduate Assistant this year as we continue to grow our program and help students with their personal finances!

Mallorie Smith

Hi there! My name is Mallorie Smith, and I am the Financial Wellness Coordinator for the Student Money Management Center. I have been a resident of Starkville since I came here for undergrad in 2011 and have since gotten my bachelor’s degree and an MBA, though I’m currently at the beginning of obtaining a Ph.D. in Instructional Systems and Workforce Development. To me, learning good financial skills and behaviors has always meant having freedom to create a life you’re passionate about. As you start building your life here at MSU, I hope that we can empower you to take control over your own financial wellness.

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