Taylor Lewis
About Taylor Lewis
Taylor Lewis is an Investment Banking Analyst at Jefferies, specializing in municipal finance for the Southwest Region. They hold a Master of Public Affairs from The LBJ School of Public Affairs and a dual Bachelor's degree in Communication Studies and Spanish from Southwestern University.
Current Role at Jefferies
Taylor Lewis is currently employed as an Investment Banking Analyst at Jefferies. Since joining the firm in June 2020, Taylor has contributed to the Municipal Finance Group, specifically focusing on the Southwest Region. This role involves significant responsibilities in investment banking, necessitating a deep understanding of municipal finance and regional economic conditions.
Previous Experience at Municipal Advisory Council of Texas
In 2020, Taylor worked as a Financial Analyst Intern at the Municipal Advisory Council of Texas for a month. This short-term role was based in Austin, Texas, and likely provided valuable experience in municipal finance and advisory services, further enhancing Taylor's skill set in financial analysis.
Internship Experience with the City of Austin
Taylor completed two internships with the City of Austin in 2019. The first was as an Office of Performance Management Intern, lasting three months, and the second was as a Budget Office Intern, also three months long. Both roles were pivotal in providing practical experience in public sector performance and budgeting processes, crucial for a comprehensive understanding of municipal finance.
Educational Background
Taylor Lewis holds a Master of Public Affairs from The LBJ School of Public Affairs at the University of Texas at Austin, with a specialization in State and Local Finance, completed between 2018 and 2020. Additionally, Taylor earned a Bachelor's Degree in Communication and Media Studies from Southwestern University, where they studied from 2014 to 2018. Taylor also holds a dual degree in Communication Studies and Spanish from Southwestern University, equipping them with diverse skills applicable to their role in municipal finance.
Early Career and Internship Roles
Taylor's early career includes various internship roles that built a strong foundation in finance and public affairs. These positions include serving as an Admissions Ambassador at Southwestern University for three years and holding multiple short-term internships: Customer Service Intern at Paul Hanson Partners Transportation Insurance in 2015, Constituent Services Intern for Congressman Mike Thompson in 2017, and several roles within the City of Austin in 2019. Each of these roles contributed to Taylor's comprehensive understanding of both public and financial sector operations.