Shirin Kothari joined UCF in July 2025 as Client Services Associate, bringing over nine years of experience in the investment industry, with a diverse background spanning operations, research, business development, investment management and client servicing. Shirin holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from Sydenham College of Commerce and Economics in Mumbai, an affiliation of Mumbai University, and has completed two levels of the CFA program, along with the FPQP® certification from the College for Financial Planning. Outside work, Shirin loves traveling with her family, reading with her daughters, hiking, skiing and practicing yoga.