Academy Securities, the nation’s first post-9/11 veteran owned and operated investment bank, today announced the addition of Kim Lupica as Managing Director, Commercial Paper Trading & Origination.

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Kim Lupica

Ms. Lupica brings over a decade of experience in short-term fixed income markets. Prior to joining Academy, Ms. Lupica was a Director at Bank of America Securities, where she served as a senior short-term fixed income trader focused on market-making in Commercial Paper and Yankee CDs. Ms. Lupica began her career at Bank of America in 2013, holding several roles in trading and portfolio support before advancing to the trading desk.

“We are thrilled to welcome Kim to our growing fixed income team,” said Academy’s Chairman and CEO Chance Mims. “Her expertise in the commercial paper market and deep understanding of short-term funding strategies will be instrumental as we expand our trading capabilities and continue to deliver exceptional service to our clients.”

Ms. Lupica commented on joining the firm: “I look forward to working with such a dedicated team to drive growth within the money market space while continuing the firm’s commitment to supporting our nation’s veterans.”

Ms. Lupica holds a B.A. in International Business & Management from Dickinson College, with minors in Economics and Spanish. A Crain’s New York Business “20 in Their 20s” honoree, she also holds FINRA Series 7, 63, and 24 licenses.

“We’re excited to welcome Kim to the team. Her expertise, integrity, and strategic mindset will be a valuable asset as we drive growth and deliver results,” said Academy’s Vice Chairman Phil McConkey.

About Academy Securities

Academy Securities is a FINRA registered Broker Dealer and a preeminent veteran owned investment bank with strengths in capital markets, asset management, public finance, geopolitical intel, fixed income, and equity trading. Leadership and staff have had intensive military training prior to entering and gaining in-depth financial services experience in global capital markets. We are mission driven with a high ethical code, a solid sense of accountability and strive for excellence in the pursuit of our clients’ success. Academy is our nation’s first post-9/11 veteran owned and operated investment bank and is certified as a DVBE, SDVOB, and MBE. The firm has a strong top and middle tier client base served by a national platform with offices in New York, Chicago, San Diego, Los Angeles, Chapel Hill, Louisville, Austin, Dallas, and Sacramento. Information about Academy Securities is available at www.academysecurities.com.

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“I look forward to working with such a dedicated team to drive growth within the money market space while continuing the firm’s commitment to supporting our nation’s veterans.”