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Getting Rich TogetherBuilding Wealth With Intention (Not Flash) with Dawn DobrasWhat does it really take to build wealth through discipline, strategy, and long-term thinking—while still creating meaningful impact? In this episode, Syama Bunten sits down with third-generation entrepreneur, C-level executive, and angel investor Dawn Dobras, whose career spans fashion retail, creative industries, and board leadership. Dawn shares how early lessons in financial literacy, competitive drive, and strategic planning shaped her rise from an entry-level role in fashion retail to investing in and mentoring female and diverse founders. This conversation isn't about flashy wins. It's about building financial security early, thinking like an operator, and usi...
2026-02-1743 minGetting Rich TogetherThe Long Game of Wealth: Real Estate, Risk, and Reinventing Life with Anne-Michelle WandWhat does it really look like to build wealth—slowly, intuitively, and unapologetically on your own terms? In this episode, Syama Bunten sits down with real estate investor, developer, and global entrepreneur Anne-Michelle Wands, whose life story spans single motherhood, salon ownership, real estate mastery, and ultimately building a legacy in Panama. Anne-Michelle shares how she went from sleeping in a hallway with two young sons to owning multiple properties across the U.S., Hawaii, and Central America—by trusting herself, spotting gaps others missed, and choosing ownership again and again. This conversation isn...
2026-02-1045 minGetting Rich TogetherWhy More Women Should Buy Businesses Instead of Start Them with Jeanne WangWhat if building wealth didn't mean starting from scratch—or doing it alone? In this episode Syama sits down with investor, advisor, and mentor Jeanne Wang to explore a powerful (and still under-discussed) path to wealth: buying and operating existing businesses. Jeanne shares her journey from growing up in a small Pennsylvania farm town, to Wharton, to decades in private equity—before intentionally shifting her focus toward supporting women as owners, operators, and investors. Together, Shama and Jeanne unpack the emotional, financial, and identity-level decisions that shape women's wealth journeys, especially mid-career. This is a...
2026-02-0344 minGetting Rich TogetherBreaking the Scarcity Mindset & Building a Business on Your Own Terms with April Uchitel, Founder of The BoardApril Uchitel is the founder of The Board, a pioneering fractional executive community connecting top-tier talent with brands that need specialized expertise. With a prolific 30-year career spanning Violet Grey, DVF, and leading tech startups, April has built some of the most coveted brands in fashion and beauty. Her journey from managing a Contempo Casuals in Boulder to running global sales strategy for multimillion-dollar companies is a testament to the power of relationships, resilience, and finally betting on yourself. In this conversation, April reveals how growing up watching her salesman father navigate feast-or-famine finances created a scarcity...
2026-01-2749 minGetting Rich TogetherEstablishing Wealth That Lasts with Lindsay Hadley, Managing Director of Harbor FundLindsay Hadley is the Managing Director of Harbor Fund, the first venture capital-shaped 501(c)3 investing in films and television that change culture for good. She's the founding executive director behind Global Citizen, brought the first $17 million to the organization, and has spent her career galvanizing A-list celebrities, billionaire philanthropists, and major corporations around causes that matter. Her journey from witnessing extreme poverty in post-Soviet Russia to raising $12 million in her first year at Harbor Fund is a masterclass in applied faith and relentless purpose. In this conversation, Lindsay reveals how growing up in a conservative Mormon community...
2026-01-2048 minGetting Rich TogetherNegotiate Like Your Future Depends On It with Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money CoachLynnette Khalfani-Cox is known to millions as "The Money Coach"—a New York Times bestselling author, award-winning journalist, and one of the most trusted voices in personal finance. Her journey from sharing bunk beds with four sisters in a two-bedroom apartment to building a multi-million dollar financial education empire is a masterclass in self-advocacy and strategic negotiation. In this conversation, Lynnette reveals the moment that changed everything when it came to negotiations, pathways to landing dream jobs, and how layoffs can be catalysts for more success. Lynnette shares her framework for negotiating from strength rather than need an...
2026-01-131h 00Getting Rich TogetherBuilding Wealth While Breaking Systems with Kelly Resendez, President of MinervaKelly Resendez is a force of nature in the world of women's leadership and wealth building. As President of Minerva, founder of GoBundance Women, and former executive at GoodLeap (a multi-billion dollar fintech company), Kelly has spent her career not just climbing ladders—but building entirely new structures for women to thrive. In this powerful conversation, Kelly takes us from her entrepreneurial upbringing in Northern California to earning close to a million dollars by age 25, through her awakening after her mother's dementia diagnosis, and into her current mission: fixing broken systems that hold women back. You'll hear ho...
2026-01-0646 minGetting Rich TogetherUnderstanding Investment as a Long-Term Relationship, Not Just a Transaction with Patty Wexler, Founder of AvilaI am joined this week by the brilliant and beautiful Patty Wexler. Patty is not only backing bold founders reimagining the future economy through Avila but also someone who has had such a unique story on this earth. From growing up in Venezuela as the granddaughter of Holocaust survivors to becoming a venture capitalist investing in nuclear fusion and geothermal energy, Patty's journey is a masterclass in experiencing excellence and finding your path. Today, we dive deep into Patty's formative years split between Venezuela and New York, where she learned early that counting every penny was survival...
2025-12-3048 minGetting Rich TogetherProtecting Your Legacy Through Unconventional Assets and Financial Education with Camille Scott-Wiles, ICU Nurse and Financial EducatorJoin me for a profound conversation with Camille Scott-Wiles, an ICU nurse turned financial educator who transformed personal tragedy into a mission to help everyday professionals build lasting wealth. Camille's story begins in East New York, Brooklyn, where she grew up in poverty despite having a millionaire father, creating a complex relationship with money that would shape her entire financial philosophy. Camille shares the pivotal moment when both her parents died of cancer just 19 hours apart, leaving her to navigate two estate settlements across multiple countries while launching her nursing career. This experience revealed critical gaps in...
2025-12-2338 minGetting Rich TogetherBuilding Wealth Through Service and Fearless Risk-Taking with Flossie Hall, CEO of Stella FoundationJoin me for an incredible conversation with Flossie Hall, a powerhouse entrepreneur who has built and exited multiple seven-figure businesses and is now CEO of Stella Foundation, where she's helped move over $200 million in capital to female founders worldwide. Flossie's journey from growing up in poverty in small-town America to becoming a force for women's economic empowerment is nothing short of extraordinary. Flossie takes us through her early years, from being "toothless Flossie" living in constant instability to becoming a teenage mother determined to break generational cycles. She shares how she navigated working three jobs while earning...
2025-12-1648 minGetting Rich TogetherRewriting Who Gets to Build Wealth with Nell Daly, Co-Founder of Revenge CapitalI am joined this week by the beautiful and incredible Nell Daly from Revenge Capital. Nell is not only a venture capitalist investing in underrepresented founders but also a former psychotherapist who spent 17,000 hours listening to people's life stories and understanding how deeply money affects our psychological well-being and life choices. Today, we dive deep into Nell's unconventional journey from growing up as the daughter of Irish immigrants who physically skipped middle class but psychologically remained "kids from the projects," to becoming a therapist treating the symptoms of economic inequality, to finally deciding to treat the root...
2025-12-0951 minGetting Rich TogetherBuilding Wealth Through Community-First Real Estate with Mel Dorman, Founder of Seller Financing AcademyI am joined this week by the bold and brilliant Mel Dorman. Mel is not only a successful real estate investor with nearly three dozen rental units but also a financial activist devoted to helping people reclaim their financial power through ethical real estate investing. Today, we dive deep into Mel's journey from being a self-described "anti-capitalist" social worker to becoming a real estate investor who's redefining what wealth-building can look like when it centers people and community. You'll hear about Mel's unconventional first business breeding reptiles in high school, her transformative humanitarian work abroad, and the...
2025-12-0246 minGetting Rich TogetherTrusting Your Magic with Biet Simkin, Spiritual Teacher & The David Bowie of MeditationJoin me for an extraordinary conversation with Biet Simkin, renowned spiritual teacher, bestselling author, and the self-proclaimed "David Bowie of meditation." Biet's journey from abject poverty in Queens with an awakened shaman father to becoming a sought-after spiritual guide earning seven figures is unlike anything you've heard before—and it will challenge everything you think you know about money, success, and destiny. In this raw and transformative episode, Biet shares her childhood growing up in a roach-infested tenement apartment after her mother died of pancreatic cancer, being raised by a father who believed love and consciousness were th...
2025-11-2546 minGetting Rich TogetherBuilding Impact Through Science and Investment with Jessica Karr, Founder of Coyote VenturesJoin me for an inspiring conversation with Jessica Karr, the heart-centered venture capitalist and founder of Coyote Ventures, who is transforming women's health and wellness through strategic investments. Jessica's journey from biochemist to early team member at Impossible Foods to launching her own impact-focused venture fund is a masterclass in following your values while building wealth. In this episode, Jessica shares her unconventional path from working in her father's dental practice in Amarillo, Texas, to becoming a force in Silicon Valley venture capital. You'll hear how she navigated stock options as an early employee, the pivotal moments...
2025-11-1147 minGetting Rich TogetherChoosing Courage Over Comfort with Josie Cox Journalist & AuthorJoin me for an inspiring conversation with Josie Cox, award-winning journalist, author of Women Money Power, and founding editor of The Persistent. Josie's journey from a tiny Swiss village to becoming one of the most compelling voices in economic equality is a testament to the power of purpose-driven work and unwavering conviction. In this deeply personal episode, Josie shares her unique upbringing as a "third culture kid" — growing up in Switzerland to a Czech mother and English father, navigating multiple languages and cultures, and learning early on about inequality when she transitioned from public school to an in...
2025-11-0443 minGetting Rich TogetherBuilding Generational Wealth Through Business Acquisition with Melinda Emerson, SmallbizladyI'm fired up to introduce a business legend today. Melinda Emerson is known nationwide as the number one small business lady and the powerhouse behind Small Biz Chat. She's a bestselling author of "Become Your Own Boss in 12 Months" and has helped countless entrepreneurs launch, grow, and thrive. Melinda shares her journey from realizing writing was her magical power at age 12 to landing her dream job in broadcast television—only to discover she hated it. At 26, she left that job in the middle of February sweeps to start her business in her basement with just a laptop, a...
2025-10-2840 minGetting Rich TogetherFrom Family Legacy to Personal Impact: Redefining Wealth After a Business Sale with Madeline Tomseth, Strategic Impact Partner & Les Schwab Family MemberI'm thrilled to share my conversation with Madeline Tomseth, a fourth-generation member of the Les Schwab Tire family who is reimagining what it means to steward family wealth through intentional philanthropy. Madeline's journey from growing up immersed in a relationship-driven family business to navigating the unexpected sale of that business offers profound insights into identity, values, and creating meaningful impact. You'll hear about how she's channeling her great-grandfather's legacy of radical generosity into her own donor advised fund and working alongside other next-gen philanthropists to reimagine impact investing. Madeline opens up about the emotional journey...
2025-10-2143 minGetting Rich TogetherBreaking Free from Performance and Building a New Ecosystem with Erin Gallagher, Author of Hype WomenI am here today with Erin Gallagher, America's number one hype woman. Erin has taken stages across the country to rally women around their power, and she is the author of the upcoming book, Hype Women: Breaking Free from Mean Girls, Patriarchy, and Systems that are Silencing All of Us. In this powerful conversation, Erin takes us back to her Coast Guard upbringing, moving every two to four years and navigating her parents' divorce while taking on the role of family caretaker at a young age. She shares how sports became her outlet for anger and intensity...
2025-10-1454 minGetting Rich TogetherThe Intersection of Ambition and Well-Being with Danielle Corcione, Equity Partner at CSG LawThis week, host Syama Bunten welcomes Danielle Corcione, a powerhouse equity partner at CSG Law, former federal prosecutor, and champion for women's leadership. Danielle shares her remarkable journey from a small-town Long Island upbringing to becoming a respected trial attorney, angel investor, and voice for balanced ambition. From her first job at Blockbuster to prosecuting white-collar criminals and human traffickers at the U.S. Attorney's Office, Danielle opens up about the financial trade-offs she made to pursue meaningful work, the student loan burden she navigated without guidance, and how she built a thriving law practice on principles...
2025-10-0740 minGetting Rich TogetherBuilding a Franchising Empire Through Dance with Jami Stigliano, Founder of Diva DanceJoin me as I sit down with the dynamic Jami Stigliano, founder and franchisor of Diva Dance, who has built an incredible business around empowering women through dance while creating wealth-building opportunities for franchisees across the globe. Jami takes us through her journey from growing up in small-town Texas with entrepreneurial role models to spending 20 years in the music industry in New York City, and ultimately finding her true calling in building a dance franchise that helps women own their power. You'll hear about her strategic approach to bootstrapping a business to 52 locations without outside investors, her...
2025-09-3049 minGetting Rich TogetherBuilding a Transformational Leadership Business While Keeping Money Simple with Dia BondiI'm absolutely thrilled to share this conversation with the brilliant Dia Bondi - someone I deeply respect, admire, and have the absolute best time with. Dia is not only the author of "Ask Like an Auctioneer" but also one of the most courageous and bold leadership communication experts I know, helping transformational leaders find their voice and make big decisions. In this deeply personal conversation, Dia takes us back to her roots growing up in Sonoma County in a family of small business owners, where she learned early lessons about entrepreneurship from watching her dad leave his...
2025-09-2354 minGetting Rich TogetherHow to Build Wealth Starting After Age 50 with Sun Yong Kim-ManzoliniI'm thrilled to share this deeply moving conversation with Sun Yong Kim-Manzolini, whose story is nothing short of extraordinary. Sun Yong's journey from a disabled orphan in South Korea to a successful options trader and entrepreneur in America is a testament to the power of resilience, taking action despite fear, and never giving up on your dreams. In this episode, Sun Yong opens up about her early childhood in Korean orphanages, learning to walk at age six, being adopted by an American family, and working her dream job as a medical assistant for 33 years. But here's where...
2025-09-161h 07Getting Rich TogetherWhat It Really Takes to Scale from Zero to Millions with Coco SellmanI'm absolutely thrilled to share my conversation with the incredible Coco Sellman, founder and CEO of A Force for Good and author of the transformative book by the same name. Over the past 25 years, Coco has built and advised over 500 startups, launched five companies, and successfully exited her healthcare business. But what makes this conversation so powerful is hearing how she went from growing up on food stamps in rural Iowa to building multimillion-dollar companies. Coco gets beautifully vulnerable about her journey from a single-mother household where she thought food stamps were "cool" to discovering her worth...
2025-09-0940 minGetting Rich TogetherCreating Financial Independence on Your Own Terms with Vanessa CartwrightI am absolutely thrilled to share my conversation with the remarkable Vanessa Cartwright, a powerhouse in the marketing and agency world who has navigated multiple countries, career pivots, and life transitions while building lasting wealth. In this candid conversation, Vanessa takes us through her incredible journey from rural England to London, Vancouver, and New York, revealing how she's created financial security through strategic property investments, calculated career moves, and most recently, her bold transition from C-suite executive to independent consultant. Vanessa gets incredibly honest about the realities of divorce, single motherhood, and the financial pressures of planning...
2025-09-0247 minGetting Rich TogetherBetting Everything on Yourself: Building Success from Nothing with Sel Watts, Founder & CEO of What's Next PXJoin host Syama Bunten for a raw and inspiring conversation with Sel Watts, serial entrepreneur and founder of What's Next PX. Sel shares her remarkable journey from childhood instability and domestic violence in Australia to building a successful international consulting firm - all without any formal business education, startup capital, or family support. In this candid conversation, Sel reveals how early adversity shaped her fierce independence and entrepreneurial drive. You'll hear about her transformative experience with life coaching at 27, the bold decision to start her business with a three-month-old baby and just $60 an hour in revenue, and...
2025-08-2649 minGetting Rich TogetherWhy Safe Choices Don't Build Wealth: The Power of Strategic Risk-Taking with Suze Dowling, Co-Founder of PatternJoin Syama Bunten for an inspiring conversation with Suze Dowling, co-founder of Pattern, a multi-brand consumer goods company operating on a unique private equity model. Suze takes us on her remarkable journey from growing up in a lead-smelting town in rural Australia to becoming a successful entrepreneur in New York City. In this conversation, Suze shares how her father's entrepreneurial spirit and financial wisdom shaped her early relationship with money, her bold move to New York with just a few thousand dollars, and the serendipitous meeting that launched her career in digital media. You'll hear about the...
2025-08-1950 minGetting Rich TogetherFrom Corporate Banking to Building a Global Platform with Cate Luzio, Founder & CEO of LuminaryJoin host Syama Bunten for an inspiring conversation with Cate Luzio, founder and CEO of Luminary, the global platform advancing women and underrepresented talent in the workplace. Cate shares her remarkable journey from a middle-class upbringing with an FBI agent father and teacher mother to leading multi-billion-dollar corporate banking units at JP Morgan and HSBC, before launching her own company at age 44. In this candid conversation, Cate reveals how her Gen X "save, save, save" mentality and early lessons about hard work shaped her financial foundation. You'll hear about her pivotal "what's your number?" moment at JP...
2025-08-1253 minGetting Rich TogetherPutting Your Money Where Your Values Are: Building Impact Through Investment with Catherine GrayJoin host Syama Bunten for an inspiring conversation with Catherine Gray, CEO and founder of She Angel Investors and executive producer of the award-winning documentary "Show Her the Money." Catherine shares her remarkable journey from growing up with entrepreneurial parents outside Washington, DC to becoming a trailblazer in cable television advertising and eventually a passionate advocate for women in venture capital. In this engaging conversation, Catherine reveals how she built multiple successful businesses, from a college photography franchise to pioneering cable TV advertising when only four channels existed. You'll hear about her bold leap into creating content...
2025-08-0549 minGetting Rich TogetherBringing Billion-Dollar Investment Strategies to Everyone with Wendy Li, Co-Founder & CIO at Ivy InvestI am here today with the incredibly kind, generous, and brilliant Wendy Li. Wendy is the co-founder and Chief Investment Officer at Ivy Invest, where she's democratizing access to the same sophisticated investment strategies typically reserved for billion-dollar endowments and foundations. Today, we take a deep dive into Wendy's remarkable journey from growing up in a tight-budget immigrant family in Pennsylvania to becoming a top institutional investor managing multi-billion dollar portfolios. You'll hear about her early relationship with money shaped by her parents' financial struggles and eventual success, her unexpected discovery of finance as a career path...
2025-07-291h 04Getting Rich TogetherBuilding a Million-Dollar Grant Writing Empire with Meredith NobleI am here today with the beautiful and brilliant Meredith Noble, a successful entrepreneur who has created an incredible business helping others make money through grant writing - a niche that not too many people have really thought about. While today's conversation touches on Meredith's entrepreneurial success, we dive much deeper into what it's like to live an expansive life with intention and purpose. Meredith takes us on a fascinating journey from her childhood as a fifth-generation cattle rancher in Wyoming, where she learned the value of hard work and frugality at age four, through her early...
2025-07-2244 minGetting Rich TogetherBuilding Community and Empowering Women's Financial Futures with Dee PokuI am thrilled to bring you this inspiring conversation with the remarkable Dee Poku, a visionary leader who is spearheading the future of what success looks like for women. Dee is known within women's communities as someone building the future of community, powerful homes, powerful lives, and true independence. Before creating this incredible impact, she built a successful career in entertainment that took her from the UK to the United States. Today, we dive deep into Dee's fascinating journey from a sheltered childhood in the UK to experiencing wealth inequality firsthand in Ghana at age six, through...
2025-07-1534 minGetting Rich TogetherBuilding Wealth Through Strategic Career Moves and Fractional Leadership with Hazel Evans, CEO of Highland Valley DigitalI am thrilled to welcome the incredible Hazel Evans to the show this week. Hazel is a powerhouse leader known for her exemplary career in retail, building incredible businesses, and pioneering work in fractional executive services. Her journey from Scotland to becoming a successful entrepreneur and business leader is truly inspiring. Today, we dive deep into Hazel's remarkable story, starting with her upbringing in Scotland where her accountant father instilled crucial financial wisdom from an early age. You'll hear about how open money conversations at the dinner table shaped her financial acumen, her groundbreaking decision to buy...
2025-07-0132 minGetting Rich TogetherTransforming Financial Hardship into Empowering Others with Laurie Wood of Evolution Financial CoachingI am joined this week by the inspiring Laurie Wood of Evolution Financial Coaching. Laurie is a dedicated financial coach who has transformed her early experiences with financial hardship into a mission to help others achieve financial independence and break the taboo around money conversations. Today, we dive deep into Laurie's journey from growing up in a single-parent household reliant on public assistance to becoming a successful financial coach helping others navigate their money stories. You'll hear about Laurie's early exposure to corporate finances as a budget manager, her real estate investing adventures with her sister, and...
2025-06-2440 minGetting Rich TogetherHow Trusting Your Instincts Can Build an Empire with Ari Krzyzek, Co-Owner of Chykalophia Design and Development StudioI am joined this week by the incredible Ari Krzyzek from Chykalophia Design and Development Studio. Ari is not only a design queen and best-selling author but also a passionate advocate for building women-led businesses. Her journey from a modest upbringing in Bali, Indonesia to becoming a successful entrepreneur in the United States is truly remarkable. Today, we dive deep into Ari's inspiring story of breaking cultural expectations, following her heart across the world, and building a thriving creative design and development studio from scratch. You'll hear about her early life in Bali, learning English from her...
2025-06-1746 minGetting Rich TogetherBuilding a Brand Without the Playbook with Kim Wileman, Co-Founder of No Makeup MakeupJoin me for an inspiring conversation with beauty industry pioneer Kim Wileman, co-founder of No Makeup Makeup and founder of Gala Beauty. Kim takes us on her unconventional journey from growing up with rock musician parents who toured with Led Zeppelin and Jimi Hendrix, to discovering her passion for beauty at a Lord & Taylor counter. Kim shares how she built a successful career without finishing college, why no executive has ever asked about her education, and how following her heart to Hawaii opened doors she never expected. We dive deep into her philosophy of walking away from...
2025-06-1038 minGetting Rich TogetherUncovering the Greatness Within: Our 1 Year AnniversaryJoin me for a special solo episode as we celebrate over a year of Getting Rich Together! In this deeply personal reflection, I take you behind the scenes of how this podcast came to life, from the initial spark in winter 2023 to launching two successful summits and building a thriving community. I share the vulnerable early days when I wondered if anyone would care about these conversations, my discovery of my role as a catalyst, and how the Zone of Genius exercise with my husband and business partner Jon completely transformed my understanding of my purpose. You'll...
2025-06-0335 minGetting Rich TogetherBuilding a Creative Business from Scratch with Jen White, Founder of Drawing from MemoryJoin me as I sit down with the remarkable Jen White, founder of Drawing from Memory, a thriving creative agency she's been running for over 20 years. In this captivating conversation, Jen takes us through her unconventional journey from a rural Vermont childhood to becoming a successful entrepreneur who built her business from the ground up. Jen shares her early experiences growing up in a traditional New England family where money was never discussed, her bold decision to attend boarding school at 14, and how she pieced together her first business while bartending in Vermont after graduating from RISD...
2025-05-2850 minGetting Rich TogetherHow Tiny Connections Create Powerful Financial Impacts with Jen NashThis week I am joined by the incredible Jen Nash. Jen is a powerful connector-in-chief who helps others unlock their purpose and create meaningful relationships, but she's also built impressive financial independence through strategic real estate investing. Today, we explore Jen's journey from an international upbringing across Canada, Malaysia, Hong Kong, and Tokyo to becoming a savvy real estate investor and coach. You'll hear about Jen's early money memories growing up as the "saver kid" (while her brother was the "spender"), her early modeling career in Tokyo, and how she learned to be financially independent from a...
2025-05-2738 minGetting Rich TogetherMaking Meaningful Change Through Spiritual Investing with Maja KristinI am joined this week by the remarkable Maja Kristin. Maja is known as someone with a deep spiritual and philosophical foundation who creates massive change in the world, with "the heart of a philanthropist and the spirit of an entrepreneur." Today, we dive deep into her journey from a challenging childhood in San Francisco to becoming a successful lawyer and later, a thoughtful impact investor and philanthropist. You'll hear about Maja's early life growing up in the projects with a single mother struggling with sobriety, her determination to pursue education as a way out, and how...
2025-05-2243 minGetting Rich TogetherInvesting in Connection: How Asking Questions Creates Opportunity with Susan McPhersonI am joined this week by the incredible Susan McPherson, founder and CEO of McPherson Strategies and author of "The Lost Art of Connecting." Susan is a renowned connector, communications strategist, and corporate social responsibility expert who has dedicated her career to helping businesses create meaningful social impact. In this heartfelt conversation, Susan shares her journey from being "the tiniest one in the room" who had to find her voice early to becoming a powerhouse in the world of social impact. We explore her childhood in upstate New York, where her academic parents instilled in her the...
2025-05-2039 minGetting Rich TogetherReshaping Finance for Women Leaders with Patricia Lizarraga, Founder of Hypatia CapitalI am joined this week by the incredible Patricia Lizaraga. Patricia is not only the Founder of Hypatia Capital but also a passionate advocate for women in leadership, particularly female CEOs. Today, we dive deep into her journey from growing up in Lima, Peru during a military dictatorship to becoming a pioneer in investing in women-led businesses. Patricia shares how her early entrepreneurial spirit emerged in high school, where she organized unprecedented events and discovered her ability to "build the world you want to live in." She reflects on her Yale education, where she started sororities against...
2025-05-1337 minGetting Rich TogetherBalancing High-Risk Ventures with Conservative Money Management with Jenny Fielding, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Everywhere VenturesI am joined this week by the incredible Jenny Fielding. Jenny is not only an accomplished venture capitalist and co-founder and managing partner at Everywhere Ventures, but also a published author of the book "Venture Everywhere," an exited founder, and a passionate community builder supporting female founders and investors. Today, we dive deep into her journey from growing up in Manhattan to becoming a successful investor in the venture capital landscape. You'll hear about Jenny's early life in New York City, her parents' entrepreneurial backgrounds running their own businesses, and how these formative experiences shaped her views...
2025-05-0844 minGetting Rich TogetherCreating Real Estate Wealth and Community with Liz Faircloth, Co-Founder of The Real Estate InvestHERJoin me this week with the brilliant Liz Faircloth, co-founder of The Real Estate InvestHER and a powerhouse in the world of women's real estate investing. Liz has been building her real estate portfolio for years, focusing on owning and managing residential and commercial properties, while also creating platforms that empower women to achieve financial freedom through real estate investing. In this enlightening conversation, Liz takes us through her journey from a middle-class upbringing in New Jersey to becoming a successful real estate investor and community builder. She shares the single book that transformed her perspective on...
2025-05-0650 minGetting Rich TogetherBuilding Wealth Through Art Investments with Hall RockefellerI am joined this week by the remarkable Hall Rockefeller. Hall is a sixth-generation member of the iconic Rockefeller family and an entrepreneur reimagining how women can invest in and support female artists through her business, Lesson Half. Today, we dive deep into her journey from growing up on the Upper East Side of Manhattan to becoming a passionate advocate for women artists and art investors. You'll hear about Hall's early entrepreneurial ventures, all of which foreshadowed her future as a business owner. Hall shares her transition from retail work to art writing and how...
2025-04-2954 minGetting Rich TogetherThe Balancing Act of Corporate Success and Creative Fulfillment with Kate CannovaI am joined this week by the brilliant Kate Cannova. Kate is a powerhouse Broadway producer with a fascinating dual career path that has allowed her to pursue her creative passions while maintaining financial stability. In this episode, Kate shares her journey from being a young performer in Broadway shows to navigating the corporate world while building her producing career. You'll hear about Kate's early money mindset growing up in a traditional Italian-American family, her formative experiences that instilled a fierce desire for financial independence, and how she strategically planned each phase of her professional life.
2025-04-241h 14Getting Rich TogetherHow To Build Wealth While Making a Meaningful Impact with Stephanie SkryzowskiI am joined this week by the incredible Stephanie Skryzowski, founder of 100 Degrees Consulting, which has been helping nonprofit leaders grow and expand into their fullest potential for years. Stephanie isn't just a successful business founder—she's passionate about increasing wealth while making a meaningful impact. In this inspiring conversation, Stephanie shares her journey from childhood entrepreneurship to becoming a CFO at 28 and eventually launching her thriving consulting business. She opens up about her early career pivoting away from law, discovering her purpose in nonprofit finance, and how she built a successful company while prioritizing impact and fi...
2025-04-2244 minGetting Rich TogetherBuilding Financial Confidence and Parallel Infrastructure for Women with Sherry Finkel Murphy, CEO & Founder of Madrina MollyI am joined this week by the fearless and powerful Sherry Finkel Murphy. As the CEO and founder of Madina Molly, Sherry helps people navigate financial education and planning, empowering women to gain confidence in their financial decisions and build secure futures. Today, we dive deep into Sherry's journey from her beginnings as a latchkey kid in suburban New York to becoming a trailblazer in wealth management. You'll hear about Sherry's early exposure to strong work ethics, watching her father work six days a week at his hardware store while her mother pursued her own business career...
2025-04-151h 08Getting Rich TogetherMaking a Difference Through Angel Investing with Marcia Dawood, Angel Investor and AuthorI am joined this week by the incredible Marcia Dawood, an accomplished angel investor who's changing the way we think about capital and investing. Marcia is a powerful voice for inclusive, values-driven investing and she is here today to support us in understanding and applying the value of investing to build capital. In this enlightening conversation, Marcia shares how her father taught her budgeting at age nine, setting the foundation for her financial philosophy of "always live below your means." We explore her journey from retail buying to a 17-year career at Kaplan, discussing the champions who...
2025-04-1057 minGetting Rich TogetherBreaking the Money Silence: From Microsoft Millionaire to Mindful Philanthropy with Jen RisherI am joined this week by the incredible Jen Risher, author of "We Need to Talk: A Memoir About Wealth" and co-founder of Half My DAF. Jen is an advocate for open conversations about money and a trailblazer in philanthropy who's helping reshape how people think about giving and investing. Today, we dive deep into Jen's journey from her middle-class upbringing in Seattle to becoming unexpectedly wealthy through her and her husband's early careers at Microsoft and Amazon. You'll hear about Jen's earliest money memories - from picking up leaves for pennies to opening her first bank...
2025-03-2551 minGetting Rich TogetherMaking Meaningful Change Starts with Shifting Resources with Madeline Darcy, Managing Partner at Kaya VenturesI am joined this week by the remarkable Madeline Darcy. Madeline is not only an award-winning venture capitalist making waves in the industry but also a generous spirit devoted to empowering women to become financially independent. Today, we dive deep into her journey from an adventurous and unique upbringing in Australia to becoming a top investor in the U.S. venture capital landscape. You'll hear about Madeline's early life growing up in an Indigenous community in Australia, her passion for saving from a young age, and how these formative experiences shaped her views on money...
2025-03-1849 minGetting Rich TogetherMoney is a Tool to Unlock Your Greatest Vision with Eva Yazhari, CEO & Founder of Beyond Capital FundPlease join me in welcoming the gorgeous and prolific Eva Yazzari, founder and CEO of the Beyond Capital Fund, to the show this week. Eva, who has spent the past 15 years driving transformative change through her investment fund, shares her remarkable journey from a precocious child in Staten Island to a powerful venture capitalist investing in emerging markets. We explore her early money stories, her initial foray into finance, and the profound life experiences that shaped her entrepreneurial spirit and values-driven investment philosophy. Eva recounts her childhood entrepreneurial ventures, including selling bubble gum at a...
2025-03-1346 minGetting Rich TogetherThe Planned Pivots That Helped Jes Wolfe Rise to Entrepreneurial Success with Jes Wolfe, CEO of Rebel GirlsToday I have the immense pleasure of speaking with Jes Wolfe, the remarkable CEO of Rebel Girls, a company dedicated to inspire the next generation of girls to embrace their most confident selves. In this deep dive into Jess's life, Jes shares her inspiring story from a small-town Oregon upbringing filled with lots of outdoors time to becoming a powerhouse operator and entrepreneur who is making waves in the world of children's literature and female empowerment. Jes takes us back to her childhood, recounting her early money stories that taught her the value of saving...
2025-03-1146 minGetting Rich TogetherWhy More Women Need Life-Changing Amounts of Money with Elaine Asher, Co-Founder of EVE WealthIn this episode, I'm thrilled to sit down with the inspiring Elaine Asher, a powerhouse in educating and empowering women to gain financial independence through investing, especially in alternative assets. Elaine shared how she grew up being super studious with a heavy emphasis on getting a liberal arts education after high school. We dive deep into Elaine's early memories of money and how the Black Monday stock market crashed in 1987 served as an early lesson in the broad impact the stock market has on society. Elaine takes us through her diverse car...
2025-02-271h 03Getting Rich TogetherFrom Cozy Vermont Innkeeper to Prolific Investment Expert, with Samantha McLemore, Founder & Managing Member, Patient Capital ManagementI am thrilled to have the incredible Sam McLemore on the show this week. Sam is a true champion of empowering women to achieve financial independence and leads a prolific career in investing. In this episode, we dive deep into Sam's fascinating life, starting from her childhood in Vermont, where she grew up with parents who had contrasting views on money. These early exposures to money, working from a young age, and navigating financial anxieties shaped her relentless drive to never be dependent on anyone financially. Sam shares how her father's...
2025-02-2544 minGetting Rich TogetherBreaking Beyond Artificial Career Ceilings with Heather Udo, Founder & CEO of Shoppable®I'm thrilled to have the brilliant and incredible Heather Udo on today's episode of Getting Rich Together. Heather is not just an outstanding entrepreneur who's been leading her business, Shoppable, for nearly 15 years; she also holds a U.S. patent and dedicates her time to coaching first-time founders. In this conversation, we journey through Heather's life, starting from her formative years growing up in La Crosse, Wisconsin, as 1 of 8 children in her family, to her early entrepreneurial endeavors, and finally to her successful career in tech. Heather shares fascinating stories from her childhood, the influence...
2025-02-1848 minGetting Rich TogetherCelebrating 50 Episodes and All of the Amazing Stories That Came From ThemWelcome to the 50th episode of the Getting Rich Together podcast! I can't believe we've made it here, and I'm so grateful to share this milestone with you. In this special episode, I reflect on the journey of this podcast, which started with the aim to help women understand their unique paths in wealth building. I discuss the incredible stories and vulnerable moments shared by our guests and the transformative impact these narratives have had on our audience. With notable achievements like surpassing 1000 five-star reviews on Spotify and winning an award for the most innovative po...
2025-02-1123 minGetting Rich TogetherBuild Better Companies with More Women in Board Seats with Jocelyn Magnan, CEO & Founder of illumyn Impact (formerly Him for Her)I'm delighted to introduce the phenomenal Jocelyn Magnan on today's episode. Jocelyn has been a trailblazer in advocating for more women on boards and creating wealth collectively. In this conversation, we dive into Jocelyn's life story, from her upbringing in the South to navigating her way through prestigious universities and big tech startups. Jocelyn shares candidly about her journey through some of her most influential roles, like how she talked herself into a job helping launch City Search (now Ticketmaster), her experiences learning financial literacy, and the challenges she faced moving up in the tech wo...
2025-01-3049 minGetting Rich TogetherTurning Real Estate Investments into Financial Independence with Jen Nash, Keynote Speaker, Executive Coach, & Leadership MentorI'm thrilled to have the incredible connector-in-chief, Jen Nash, on today's episode. Jen is a powerhouse whose life's mission revolves around helping others unlock their purpose and power while creating meaningful relationships. Today, we dive into Jen's lesser-known backstory about her money journey, which shaped her into the financially fearless thought leader she is today. From her dynamic childhood growing up on the other side of the world to venturing into real estate investment and consulting, Jen's story is nothing short of inspiring. We explore how her upbringing influenced her financial pers...
2025-01-2844 minGetting Rich TogetherBuilding an Empire While Living Like a Pauper with Susan Sierota, SS Partners and Board Chair of Manifest ClimateI'm so excited to introduce you to the incredible Susan Sierota, a dynamic and passionate two-time exited founder who has devoted her life to helping others, mentoring budding entrepreneurs, and driving positive change in the world. In our conversation, we dive deep into the pivotal moments of her upbringing, her unique approach to education, and how she overcame adversity to create her own destiny. Susan grew up in an upper-middle-class family, but despite this, she faced significant challenges, leaving home before she turned twelve and learning to be independent from a very young age. ...
2025-01-2156 minGetting Rich TogetherWealth Isn't a Numbers Game — It's a Healing Journey with Shang Saavedra, Founder of Save My CentsI had the incredible pleasure of sitting down with the remarkable Shang Saavedra on this week's episode. Shang's inspiring story, from navigating early financial struggles to becoming financially independent, is nothing short of awe-inspiring. She shared her experiences growing up in challenging circumstances moving around a lot as a young girl, and a strong emphasis on education that shaped her future life goals. Through diligent saving, smart financial planning, and a lot of hard work, Shang managed to graduate from Harvard with a degree in economics and no student debt — a testament to her family's fr...
2025-01-0743 minGetting Rich TogetherBet On Yourself Over and Over Again — and Win with KK Hart, CEO of Hart Marketing & Communications Inc.I had the incredible pleasure of sitting down with the remarkable KK Hart. From the moment I met KK, I was captivated by her light and the mastery she demonstrates in entrepreneurship through business acquisition. KK's journey, beginning with her family's move from Trinidad to the U.S. and transitioning from a single-parent household, is both inspiring and enlightening. From the very beginning, KK learned to have a pragmatic view of work and money and used that to launch herself forward very early on in life. She is an open book about her childhood experiences...
2025-01-0241 minGetting Rich TogetherHelping Women Be the Masters of Their Own Financial Universes in Real Estate with Nikki Stoddart, Partner at NüShu CapitalI am thrilled to share with you my conversation with the remarkable Nikki Stoddart, a true powerhouse in the realm of real estate and a fervent advocate for women's financial empowerment. Nikki's journey from a challenging childhood in McLean, Virginia to becoming a leader in real estate investment is nothing short of inspiring. She reflects on her early years, the hardships she faced after losing her dad at 8 years old, and how those shaped her hunger for success. We explore her initial steps into the working world, her unexpected pivot from aspiring to be a do...
2024-12-3140 minGetting Rich TogetherChoosing Wealth Every Day and Teaching Others to Do the Same with Dominique Broadway, Founder of Finances DemystifiedI had the incredible pleasure of sitting down with the beautiful and brilliant Dominique Broadway in this week's episode. Dominique is a powerhouse in the financial world, known best for her ability to educate and empower people to change their financial futures and build wealth from the ground up. From a young age, Dominique had a knack for entrepreneurship and leadership, starting with a bracelet business as young as 5 years old. We also talk about her high school years, where she juggled multiple jobs and ventures, including an impressive stint as a teenage COO, all...
2024-12-2447 minGetting Rich TogetherYou're Not Too F**king Old to Achieve Your Dreams with Jen Marples, Founder of The Jen Marples AgencyIn this episode, I had the incredible pleasure of sitting down with the bright, enthusiastic, and brilliant Jen Marples. Jen is a shining light for many women, helping them step into their greatness and realize that they're not too f**king old to do anything they desire. We dive deep into her life, from her childhood in Hawaii as the oldest of four children to becoming a successful entrepreneur and the force behind The Jen Marples Show: You're Not Too F**king Old. Jen shares moving stories of her early life, the financial struggles of he...
2024-12-1949 minGetting Rich TogetherDying with $0 to Help Fundraise the Future with Barbara Pierce, Founder and Principal of Women With CapitalI sat down with the remarkable Barbara Pierce to explore her incredible journey of empowering women through financial literacy and wealth management. Barbara is renowned for her work in evangelizing women, wealth, and the powerful ways women can exercise their wealth in alignment with their values. You'll get a fascinating glimpse into her early years and discover how money conversations at home and her industrious nature shaped her future. From figuring out her early career to making significant philanthropic moves, Barbara shares how she navigated the financial world with grit and determination. ...
2024-12-1051 minGetting Rich TogetherReal Change Starts with Women Making a Sh*t Ton of Money with Cindy Gallop, Founder of Make Love Not PornThis week, I had the immense pleasure of talking with the exceptional Cindy Gallop the self-proclaimed Michael Bay of business. Cindy's name is synonymous with trailblazing initiatives in advertising, TED talks, and championing women entrepreneurs through Make Love Not Porn. In our deep dive, we traverse Cindy's childhood memories in Asia, where frugality was the norm due to her family's circumstances, and how these early experiences shaped her views on money and investment and were critical to her journey toward financial independence. Cindy shares the magic of how everything in her life...
2024-12-0542 minGetting Rich TogetherHealing a Toxic Relationship with Money and Building a Media Empire with Susan Hyatt, Master Certified Life CoachI had the incredible opportunity to chat with the powerhouse life coach and mentor, Susan Hyatt about how she used the lessons she learned in the real estate business to build her prolific life coaching and media empire she has today. We explore Susan's childhood in Savannah, Georgia, where she learned to be frugal and work hard for the lifestyle she wanted for herself. You'll get an intimate look at her early money stories and how she overcame a somewhat toxic relationship with money in her 20s — her "aha moment" to take some big leaps to c...
2024-12-0340 minGetting Rich TogetherThinking Beyond the Board Seat to Build a Legacy Career with Coco Brown, Founder & CEO of Athena AllianceI had the privilege of sitting down with the exceptional Coco Brown, the driving force behind Athena Alliance. Coco, a Silicon Valley veteran of 30 years, shares her captivating journey from her free-spirited childhood in a hippie academic family to becoming a trailblazing female leader in the corporate world. We explored her humble beginnings, the formative experiences of her early life, and her ambitious climb up the corporate ladder in her 20s. We dive into Coco's unique approach to life, wealth, and family, discussing the importance of financial literacy and transparency with her children.
2024-11-2649 minGetting Rich TogetherMoving Mountains with Money, Education, and Empowerment with Laurel Mintz, Founder of Fabric VC and Elevate My BrandI had the incredible opportunity to chat with Laurel Mintz, the powerhouse behind Elevate My Brand and Fabric VC. I got a behind-the-scenes look into Laurel's fascinating journey from her early years in LA's iconic Laurel Canyon, surrounded by the hippie culture of the '60s, to becoming a formidable force in the marketing and venture capital worlds. We discuss her unexpected leap from wanting to be a lawyer to becoming an accidental CEO at 26, running her dad's furniture company while he battled cancer, and how she navigated those challenging years. ...
2024-11-2151 minGetting Rich TogetherGetting Out of Survival Mode with Money and Knowing Your Money Love Language with Sathya Chey Patterson, Co-founder of Arise Private WealthIn this episode, we sit down with the successful and inspiring Sathya Chey Patterson. Sathya is known for her numerous accolades, including being recognized as one of the top women advisors in California by Forbes in 2023. As the founder of Arise, Sathya is dedicated to aligning wealth with values and empowering women to create real, tangible abundance. Her story is not just about financial success but also about integrating into the US as an immigrant from Cambodia and rising above many challenges to achieve the American dream. Sathya shares the importance...
2024-11-1939 minGetting Rich TogetherA Collective Power Source of Wisdom for Women with Gina Pell, Co-Founder of The What AllianceGina Pell is a spirited and visionary individual whose heartfelt commitment to incredible organizations is making substantial waves in the world. Her story is both nuanced and delightful, offering a refreshing perspective on how energy and passion can drive meaningful change. In our chat, Gina shares the importance of investing time and energy into causes that matter. We discuss her approach to supporting organizations that align with her values, and how this investment not only benefits the causes but also fuels her own sense of purpose and fulfillment. You'll hear about...
2024-11-0752 minGetting Rich TogetherArchitecting Freedom Through Money Math and Energetics with Holly Ruxin, CEO and Founder of Montcalm TCRI sat down with Holly Ruxin, a visionary in the world of financial empowerment and ethical investing. Holly's journey is both inspiring and instructive, starting from her early days in a conventional finance career to becoming a leader in values-driven investment strategies. We begin by exploring Holly's professional background and the milestones that led her to question the status quo of traditional finance. Holly shares compelling stories from her career, highlighting the moments of disillusionment and awakening that directed her towards a path of ethical investing. Throughout our discussion, Holly opens up a...
2024-11-0543 minGetting Rich TogetherOpening Doors with Education and Determination with Jasmine Star, CEO of Social CuratorJoin me as we unpack the incredible life journey of Jasmine Star — entrepreneur, educator, and founder whose legacy business has touched many lives. I explore Jasmine's story, starting from her childhood as the daughter of Mexican and Puerto Rican immigrants, to her academic excellence that had her graduating at the top of her class in both high school and university. You'll hear about her struggles transitioning to public high school from homeschooling, her initial path to law school at UCLA motivated by a sense of fairness and justice, and the unexpected moments that shifted her fo...
2024-10-2951 minGetting Rich TogetherFrom 5th Grade Mayor to Venture Capital Entrepreneur with Kelly Ann Winget, Founder of Alternative Wealth Partners, LLCI'm thrilled to introduce you to Kelly Ann Winget, an incredible business owner and fierce advocate for women's financial empowerment. Kelly shares her journey from being a kid mayor to becoming a prolific figure in inspiring women to take risks and invest in their futures. We talk about her diverse career experience that she launched into from a young age and her journey in building Alternative Wealth Partners, a private equity firm focused on building wealth through diversity. Starting from her childhood, Kelly's exposure to financial conversations and early entrepreneurial experiences...
2024-10-2250 minGetting Rich TogetherPaving the Way for Fair and Just Innovation for Women with Kat de Haën, Co-Founder of The Fourth EffectJoin me in welcoming the inspiring Kat de Haën, a trailblazing figure for women aspiring to advance in board service, entrepreneurship, and startups. In this episode, we talk about her formative years, growing up in a frugal household that inspired a strong work ethic in Kat. Kat shares her career journey from studying art to finding her niche in business and design, and how her early investments and financial mentorship shaped her path. When Kat later moved to New York with her husband, she embraced the challenges of entrepreneurship and the strategic decisions that led...
2024-10-1540 minGetting Rich TogetherDiversifying Wealthbuilding Strategies and Embracing Entrepreneurship with Rachel Johnson, Co-Founder J&O Law and Founder of Ah.mi HealthRachel Johnson is a powerhouse of brains, brilliance, and business acumen. I sat down with her to unravel her inspiring journey from her upbringing in South Florida with 4 siblings to a successful lawyer and entrepreneur. She discusses the financial principles instilled in her by her parents and how she worked through college and beyond to pay her own way. As we dive into her exciting career ventures, you'll hear about her shift from big law to co-founding her own law firm, J&O Law, and then branching out to start a second impactful business, Ah.mi...
2024-10-0845 minGetting Rich TogetherClosing the Gap Between Where Women Are, And Where They Want to Be with Shelly Lombard, Founder of SchmoozeShelly Lombard is a powerhouse in the financial world — she's the founder of Schmooze, a Fortune 500 board director, and a trailblazer in leveraging relationships. In this episode, Shelly takes us through her remarkable journey from growing up in New Orleans with three younger siblings to becoming a successful Wall Street professional. We explore her early career challenges, the strategic risks she took leaving the corporate world to try out entrepreneurship, and how she carved out a space for herself as a board member of several Fortune 500 companies. Shelly shares how she realiz...
2024-10-0152 minGetting Rich TogetherEnsuring You Feel Represented With Your Investments, with Jacki Zehner, ShePlace and SheMoneyI'm thrilled to bring you this insightful conversation with the legendary Jacki Zehner. Jacki is an OG money maven with 14 powerful years at Goldman Sachs. She's now retired from the corporate grind, and spends her time dedicated to helping women invest with purpose through initiatives like 'Women Moving Millions' and her latest ventures, ShePlace and SheMoney. We delve into her story, discussing the financial principles she learned from her hard-working parents and how those values fueled her career. Jackie shares inspirational stories from her days at Goldman Sachs, including her bold strategy for making partner an...
2024-09-2448 minGetting Rich TogetherRising by Lifting Others at the Investor's Table with Annie Evans, Founder of Dream VenturesThis week on Getting Rich Together, I had the honor of sitting down with the amazing Annie Evans of Dream Ventures to dive into her life and experiences in angel investing, her entrepreneurial aspirations, parenting with a wealth-conscious mindset, and more. Annie shares her beginnings as an aspiring entrepreneur, inspired by her parents' small businesses, to now being a leader empowering women in the investment world. We talk about her early money experiences, the pivotal roles of her family, and the transformative power of community and networking among female investors. Annie als...
2024-09-1738 minGetting Rich TogetherWhat Happens When Women Take Control of Their Money Collectively with Janine Firpo, Co-founder of Invest for BetterToday, I'm thrilled to bring you a deeply inspiring conversation with Janine Firpo, a renowned financial activist and the co-founder of Invest for Better. Janine's career and financial journey is not just a testament to resilience but a blueprint for financial empowerment for women everywhere. In this episode, Janine shares anecdotes from her youth, the influence of her fearless mother in the real estate market, and her early ventures into the stock market. We explore her career shifts, including moving from a flourishing tech career to doing impactful work in global poverty alleviation.
2024-09-1053 minGetting Rich TogetherTurning Social Currency Into Financial Currency with Michelle Reeves, Co-Founder of Women Who InnovateGet ready to be inspired by the incredible journey of Michelle Reeves, a true innovator and entrepreneur who mastered the art of betting on herself. In this episode, we explore Michelle's path from humble beginnings in Australia to becoming a wine and tech trailblazer in the US. Michelle shares about her early career moves, including her bold decision to relocate to New York City just before 9/11. She discusses how she leveraged her savings to take calculated risks, from launching a pioneering online wine business to making her first angel investments and real estate purchases in her early 30...
2024-09-031h 03Getting Rich TogetherBONUS: What I'm Up to Since Starting the Podcast — Investments, Experiences and Personal GrowthHi everyone, I'm thrilled to bring you my first solo episode, giving you a deeper look into my personal journey and sharing the impact of my investments and life experiences this year since starting the podcast. From exciting investments in women's healthcare and sustainable housing to my intro to Broadway investing with Cabaret, there's a lot to unpack. I also delve into my commitment to continuing education, with a special focus on AI, and discuss some of the incredible opportunities I've had in public speaking. Beyond investments, I discuss my rewarding work with clients, from pu...
2024-08-2912 minGetting Rich TogetherExploring the Emotional and Philanthropic Side of Money with Emily Scott, Emily Scott ANDI am thrilled to bring the amazing Emily Scott back on the podcast, this time in the interview hot seat, to tell us about her money story and give us a vulnerable look into who she is as a person. Emily shares deeply about her experience with a tumultuous childhood filled with mixed messages about money to overcoming patriarchal challenges on Wall Street. Despite the struggles and setbacks, she acknowledges that all of those experiences allowed her to be the woman she is today. Through it all, she found that philanthropy and...
2024-08-271h 18Getting Rich TogetherGet to Know Me — Taking a Deep Dive Into My Life and Personal Money Story with Emily Scott, Emily Scott ANDWelcome to this very special episode where I had the incredible privilege of being interviewed by the inspiring Emily Scott. This episode is unique as Emily dives deep into my personal money story, leadership journey, and the pivotal moments that shaped who I am today. We explore my upbringing in San Francisco, my bold ambitions in the fashion industry, and my transformative experiences from personal and business divorces. She asks about my early fascination with economics and retail, my struggles and triumphs negotiating for myself in my career, and how having a supportive community around me, shaped m...
2024-08-201h 07Getting Rich TogetherFinding the Opportunities That Light Your Heart on Fire with Kelley Arena, Founder of Golden Hour VenturesDive into the inspiring journey of Kelley Arena, a trailblazing angel investor and advocate for women in business. In this episode, Kelley shares her remarkable story of taking charge of her own story early in life and building a successful career in finance and investing. Kelley's path has been anything but conventional. She opens up about her challenging childhood, her determination to break generational patterns, and her relentless pursuit of education and financial security. She discusses her evolution from investment banking to angel investing, and how becoming a mother shifted her perspective on success and work-life balance.
2024-08-1353 minGetting Rich TogetherThe First Generation of Women Pioneering Economic Change with Julie Castro Abrams, CEO of How Women LeadToday, I had the incredible Julie Castro Abrams on the show. She's a powerhouse in the world of women's wealth and empowerment who has used her career to help build up other women to give them opportunities that previous generations before her have never had. Julie opened up getting her first internship at the University of Chicago which ultimately sparked her passion for working with other women in social justice initiatives. From there, she's worked in countless roles, most notably as CEO of the Women's Initiative for Self-Employment. To highlight her current mission, Julie shares a...
2024-08-0636 minGetting Rich TogetherConfidence in Negotiations and Curiosity in Careers with Joanne Bradford, Chief Money Officer of Domain MoneyToday, we sit down with Joanne Bradford, a seasoned executive with an impressive career spanning tech giants like Microsoft, Yahoo, Pinterest, and Sofi. Joanne shares her journey from her early entrepreneurial efforts to becoming a key player in the corporate world, offering valuable insights on career growth and financial management. In our conversation, Joanne provides a candid perspective on angel investing, discussing its allure and high-risk potential. She emphasizes the importance of having a clear strategy and realistic expectations when entering this space. We also learn how Joanne's negotiation skills played a crucial role in her career...
2024-07-3046 minGetting Rich TogetherThe Unique Power of Money to Change People's Lives For The Better with Christine Heckart, CEO and Founder of XapaToday on Getting Rich Together, we're joined by Christine Heckart, a tech industry leader with a powerful perspective on wealth and impact. Christine shares her wealth journey to becoming a successful executive and boldly shares her views on using money as a force for positive change. Christine discusses how she leverages her resources or "currencies" to transform lives, from supporting family members' education to founding Xapa, a company aimed at helping people unlock their true potential to live happier and more fulfilled lives. She emphasizes that true wealth goes beyond financial assets. Intangible currencies like s...
2024-07-2350 minGetting Rich TogetherInvesting with Your Values - Culture and Creativity with Candice Cook Simmons, The Cook Law Group and CSO at Radical MediaThis week on Getting Rich Together, I had the pleasure of sitting down with the amazing Candice Cook Simmons. Let me tell you, this woman is a powerhouse of inspiration when it comes to building wealth on your own terms. In this episode, Candice shares her unique approach to building wealth — one that's all about aligning your money with your values and passions. From Broadway shows to climate-resilient housing in Ghana, we explore how investing in culture and creativity can lead to amazing returns, both financially and personally. What I love most about Candice's perspective is...
2024-07-1658 minGetting Rich TogetherNavigating the Legal Side of Wealth Building with Jennifer Justice, The Justice DepartmentFor many, wealth and money mean security. And for those who grew up without it, that search for security can have even more meaning that we carry with us throughout life. This week's guest, Jennifer Justice, is no exception. JJ knew from a young age she was ready to break cycles. From being the first in her family to attend university to become a lawyer, to creating The Justice Department to help inspire women to ask for more in life, she has always had a fire inside of her that's willing to push boundaries for g...
2024-07-0939 minGetting Rich TogetherTaking the Loneliness Out of the Female Founder Journey with Rebecca Minkoff, The Female Founder CollectiveThis week on Getting Rich Together, get ready for an unfiltered look into the bold life and financial journey of fashion icon Rebecca Minkoff. In this candid conversation, Rebecca lets us in on the lean early days of hustling to build her brand — from a starting salary of $23k in NYC to paying off $60k in credit card debt to start her business. We also explore her mindset around partnering with her brother, taking on investors, buying real estate, and ultimately selling her company when supply chain struggles started to set in. Rebecca's transparency about th...
2024-07-0237 minGetting Rich TogetherMaking Financial Education Accessible For All with Amanda Wolfe, the SHEWOLFEOFWALLSTREETThis week, we have a truly inspiring story of resilience, perseverance, and the power of financial education. Our guest, Amanda Wolfe, shares her incredible journey from a childhood marked by hardship to becoming the powerhouse known as the SHEWOLFEOFWALLSTREET. Amanda candidly discusses the challenges she faced growing up and the determination that fueled her quest for financial freedom. She also discusses her strategic approach to planning her career transitions and her unwavering commitment to empowering others through accessible financial literacy. Amanda later unveils her mission to help women (and men) break free from the shackles...
2024-06-2546 minGetting Rich TogetherStarting Businesses Young and the Money Lessons Learned Along the Way with Nancy TsueiThis week on Getting Rich Together, I had the pleasure of sitting down with the incredible Nancy Tsuei. Nancy is a force in the retail world, having built businesses and been at the forefront of brands like Bed Bath & Beyond, Millerknoll, Gap, and West Elm. But what many people don't know is her financial prowess and the inspiring ways she's evolved throughout her lifetime to create change, especially in the space of women and wealth. In this episode, we dive into how Nancy's parents shaped her relationship with money, the missteps and lessons she learned early in...
2024-06-1835 minGetting Rich TogetherWhy It's Never Too Early to Start Saving and Investing with Fran Hauser, Founder of Bookbound Co.Fran Hauser is a true inspiration who has empowered women for decades through her work. In our conversation, she opens up about the profound money lessons she learned from her hardworking immigrant parents at a young age. From doing invoices for her father's business as a child to maxing out her 401k early in her career, Fran shares how those formative experiences instilled strong financial values around saving, responsibility, and appreciating earned income. We explore the pivotal moments that sparked Fran's passion for investing, like receiving stock options early on in her career and getting exposed to...
2024-06-1144 minGetting Rich TogetherPersonal Investment Philosophies and the Feminization of Wealth with Cameron Rogers, EllevestOn this week's episode of Getting Rich Together, I had the pleasure of speaking with Cam Rogers, a thought leader and powerhouse in the space of women and wealth. Cam shares her incredible journey with money, starting from her earliest memories of opening her first bank account as a child. Cam walks us through her career path, from working at JP Morgan handling institutional investment portfolios to her current role at Ellevest, a pioneering company focused on closing the gender investing gap. At Ellevest, Cam gets to directly serve women clients and help them overcome b...
2024-06-0457 minGetting Rich TogetherPutting More Women in the Economic Driver's Seat with Amy Jo Martin, Renegade GlobalSo many powerful women start with humble beginnings, and Amy Jo Martin is no exception. From a young age, she learned what it meant to truly work hard and pound pavement to get what you want in life. Effort has always been her superpower, and it's paid off in full. Now, she wants to give more women that same power to build their wealth by investing in themselves and each other. She believes that the more economic power we give to women, the stronger we all become. Her early investing stories will...
2024-05-2844 minGetting Rich TogetherBuilding Up Black and Brown Businesses One Check at a Time, with Nyakio Grieco, Thirteen LuneWhen education meets determination, big things happen. Nyakio Grieco's entrepreneurial journey is no exception. During our conversation, she takes us back to her childhood growing up in a Kenyan-American household, instilled with the values of hard work, education, and giving back. Despite initial shyness, Nyakio found her voice and bravely struck out on her own in her mid-20s to launch her first beauty brand celebrating African ingredients. With fearless determination and a mere $172,000 in capital raised from credit cards and loved ones, Nyakio built her brand from the ground up...
2024-05-2152 minGetting Rich TogetherThe Power of Self-Advocating to Build Your Legacy with Lydia Fenet, Founder & CEO of Lydia Fenet AgencyIn this week's episode, I'm speaking with the incredible Lydia Fenet, an acclaimed auctioneer and two-time bestselling author. Lydia shares her story of how she grew her relationship with money and what it was like building an understanding of financial literacy throughout her life. After starting her career at Christie's auction house in her early 20s, she was suddenly faced with the reality of credit cards, saving, and advocating for yourself in the real world. Lydia takes us through her journey from first discovering she was way underpaid, to now investing in s...
2024-05-1445 minGetting Rich TogetherChanging Communities Through Venture Capital Investing with Kim Nixon, Open Venture Capital"If you give capital to black women, you'll see entire communities change," says my wonderful guest this week, Kim Nixon. Kim's idea of legacy reaches far beyond her own immediate family, and roots itself in the black community all over the world. She wants to teach black women how to invest their wealth for the betterment of themselves and their communities. When at least 50 women have multiplied their investments, Kim will know her job is done. In this week's episode, we discuss Kim's money stories throughout her life — from her childhood having...
2024-05-0749 minGetting Rich TogetherA Playful Path to Entrepreneurial Success in Tech with Amber Allen, Double A LabsWelcome to the first-ever episode of Getting Rich Together! In this inaugural episode, I had the joy of interviewing tech founder and entrepreneur Amber Allen of Double A Labs, who has achieved truly remarkable success in her business. She shares how she took a huge risk by leaving the comfort of corporate life to fully commit to her company. That gutsy decision paid off in spectacular fashion — in just the first year, Amber's business generated a staggering $1.5 million in revenue. The millions continued rolling in, with the company hitting $4.5 million in year...
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