Tae-Seung Lee, B.S. 2003

Corporate Associate, Maynard Cooper – Huntsville, Alabama

2003 Major: Economics

How has being an Economics graduate from Duke helped shape you personally and/or professionally?

"My degree in Economics provided me with instant credibility to any potential employer in any field. There were never any questions about my qualifications - people considered that as a given, and things always boiled down to my personal competence and fit. Thanks to my education at Duke, I was able to gain valuable work experience in marketing, investment banking, and private law practice - seemingly unrelated - and somehow able to tie it all up into a career."

What advice would you give students in Duke's Economics programs? 

"Have confidence in whichever path that you want to take. Your Duke experience will provide instant credibility and trust to your name. With Duke in your background, you will be able to pursue and flourish in any field of your choice. Enjoy the broad experience that will be available to you - it will allow you to take your time and find a career path that will suit you best. You will realize that many doors are open for you, and they will not shut following any failures. There are so many of us in every corner of the world, that we will always be there for you to pick you right back up."

Tae-Seung Lee