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In this episode of A Black Executive Perspective podcast, host Tony Tidbit speaks with Ruby Sunshine Taylor, an award-winning entrepreneur and founder of the Financial Joy School. Ruby shares her inspiring journey from overcoming a traumatic brain injury and various forms of abuse to becoming a pioneering financial educator. The conversation delves into Ruby's mission to help one million Black, Brown, and disabled families open brokerage accounts by 2053, her innovative Legacy Card Game, and the upcoming Financial Family Reunion Summit. Ruby’s story is a testament to resilience, the power of giving, and the importance of financial literacy in building generational wealth.
00:00: Introduction and Personal Struggles
00:43: Welcome to the Black Executive Perspective Podcast
01:26: Introducing Ruby Sunshine Taylor
04:57: Ruby's Journey and Family Life
08:16: Overcoming Adversity and Abuse
19:43: Life-Changing Accident and Financial Struggles
24:05: Support and Resilience
29:27: Financial Struggles and Community Support
30:36: Learning About Long-Term Investing
33:26: The Birth of Financial Joy School
34:37: Creating the Legacy Card Game
38:29: Impact and Expansion of Financial Joy School
45:10: Upcoming Summit and Future Goals
56:05: Final Thoughts and Call to Action
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