Barry Wriedt

Background

About Barry Wriedt

Barry Wriedt Jr. is an accomplished transfer student majoring in Financial Management at Cal Poly, with a diverse professional background. His education provides a solid foundation in business, economics, and marketing. Barry has extensive experience across various sectors, including finance, sports, fashion, food services, and healthcare. As a lifelong sports fan, Barry aspires to transition into a career in wealth management for athletes. He aims to combine his two passions—sports and finance. Barry plans to leverage his life experiences and education to help athletes establish good financial habits during their playing careers, create charitable foundations for their communities, and prepare for life after sports. Barry’s commitment to helping others is rooted in his family, who are actively involved in their communities. This strong foundation has inspired him to give back by assisting young athletes in reaching their athletic goals, coaching youth basketball teams, and supporting non-profits with their bookkeeping needs. Barry believes that by giving back, he can help the next generation become better than the previous one.