Nancy Lyon
Nancy Lyon
Class Year
’78
Current home
Glenview, Ill.
Major(s)
Business Administration, Accounting
Current Position
Retired senior wealth strategist
Nancy Lyon ’78 is a retired Senior Wealth Strategist. During her career, she helped supply financial solutions to Ultra High Net Worth families. As part of her job, she enjoyed helping people achieve their personal and financial goals.
What have you enjoyed most about your career?
“Helping people achieve financial and personal goals.”
How did Carthage prepare you?
“[By providing the] ability to show leadership as captain of the volleyball team and being a head resident assistant in the Honor Dorm.”
How has your liberal arts education benefitted you?
“My liberal arts education prepared me for law school and for succeeding in a male-dominated career in law and financial services.”
Are you a Carthage alum who is excelling in your field?
What's your favorite Carthage memory?
“Winning state during my junior year! 4-1-4 interim program. Living on the lake. Fourth high residence hall.”
Tips for current Carthage students?
“Be friends with everyone. Be courteous and interested.”