Get the job. Build the wealth.
Pay it forward.

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WELCOME TO CHAZON

Free career mentoring and financial education for students and young professionals in the UK aged 18-23.

APPLY FOR MENTORSHIP

We help young people in the UK build their careers and financial foundations, while encouraging them to use their progress to create opportunities for others.

Our work is built in partnership with universities, corporate employers, and charities. We also welcome donations from anyone who believes in the mission.

GIVE

Three ways to get involved

Mentoring
I am a student or recent graduate

Free one-to-one mentoring covering career and money. Get support with applications, interviews and securing early-career opportunities, then build strong financial foundations once you start earning.

APPLY FOR MENTORSHIP

Charities
I work with young people in my community

Chazon partners with trusted charities and community organisations on the ground who understand the needs of the people they serve. We work together to identify where education, career or financial support can make the greatest difference.

WORK WITH CHAZON

Partner
I work at a university or corporate organisation

Chazon works with universities and employers to deliver career and financial education to students and new graduate joiners. Get in touch to discuss what would work for your organisation.

PARTNER WITH CHAZON

Meet the Founder 

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Daniel Akintunde is a Director at Moody’s Analytics, leading Commercial Strategy & Partnerships across Defence, National Security & Intelligence. He previously spent a decade across the Big Four, working in consulting, ecosystem strategy, and technology partnerships with major global clients.

Alongside his career, he invests in property and other assets across the UK and internationally, while serving as a school governor, youth leader, and mentor. He has supported young people into careers at firms including Citibank, Shell, Coutts, and Experian, as well as helping them build greater confidence with money.

Chazon exists from a simple conviction: those who have been given much have a responsibility to give back.

LEARN MORE ABOUT CHAZON

Organisations Daniel has worked with:

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Testimonials

  • "I secured spring weeks at Deutsche Bank, EY and HSBC, had an offer from Jane Street, an internship at Deutsche, and a graduate role at Deutsche. Daniel gave me my first real introduction to the careers I should be aiming for from the moment I got to university."




    — University of Warwick student

  • "From the basics of managing finances to getting my head around investing, Daniel breaks things down in a way that makes sense. He makes you feel comfortable asking questions no matter how basic they seem, which makes a big difference when you are trying to learn. If you want to get more control over your finances or a clearer picture of your future, I would definitely recommend this."


    — Project Manager at Network Rail

  • "The CV work we did together made the difference at the screening stage. I was selected for spring weeks at NatWest, Ares Management, Houlihan Lokey, BDO and Columbia Threadneedle Investments, and insight days at Goldman Sachs, Deutsche Bank and Citigroup."




    — University of Leeds student

  • "Daniel helped me understand how property works as a form of investment and gave me practical tips on saving and planning toward home ownership."





    — Senior Trade Monitoring Analyst at Shell

  • "I performed well in my assessment centre, secured an internship at Citi and converted it into a graduate role. We worked on practice interviews, CV writing and tips on navigating the workplace."





    — University of Oxford student

  • "The session was structured around my specific circumstances. I came away with a much clearer understanding of how to budget and felt genuinely more confident about my financial future."





    — Trainee Audit Associate at EY

  • "We worked on improving my CV to help it stand out. One of the most helpful aspects was understanding how to write stronger points using action-based language. With the support I received, I secured an Industrial Placement Year at Experian as a Business Analyst. During the offer call, I was told that my CV really caught their eye."



    — University of Leicester student

  • "What sets Daniel apart is how he goes beyond quick advice to share resources, knowledge, and perspective that empower long term growth. He has not just helped me in the moment, he has equipped me with the understanding and confidence to navigate things on my own."




    — Senior Associate at PwC

  • "With Daniel's help, specifically with my CV, I was able to secure my first job, a graduate scheme with Kier Infrastructure."






    — University of Nottingham graduate

  • "Daniel took his time to understand my career aspirations. Once he had a clear idea of where I wanted to end up, he gave me clear tips to improve my CV, advice on professional interactions, and a book that detailed how to prepare for sector specific interviews."




    — University of Nottingham student