Originally born and raised in Mali, Cheick Diakite is currently Tech Investment Banker but wrote and published this when he was a Fourth Year Student at Bentley University, where he majored in Economics and Finance with a minor in Computer Science. His writings capitalize on the theoretical and practical lessons garnered at Bentley University and his internships and experience at various financial institutions in the United States. Cheick himself has been trading and investing since high school, where the passion first began. It all started with the want to make extra money in summer. Although he is immersed in the financial world, he enjoys many other activities. When he is not looking at markets, he enjoys exercising, spending time with friends, and watching new shows, just like any other college student. However, of the many activities he spends time on, his favorite is mentoring. Cheick adores mentoring and being a role model for others. That's one of a few reasons why he writes. Through his writing, Cheick hopes to teach, inspire, and bring representation to the industry.