Financial Alliance for Racial Equity (FARE)

Who’s shaping the future of finance? These women. The women on FARE’s Board of Directors are leading the charge in increasing representation and expanding access to opportunities in the financial services. Drop a ?? in the comments to celebrate their work, and tag a woman in finance who inspires you! ?? Kristi Rodriguez (Martin), FARE Founder, Board President & Nationwide Financial Marketing Leader ?? Aiyisha Adams, MBA, CRPC, CDP, VP of Advisor Engagement at Osaic ?? Shani Armon, Chief Operating Officer at Insured Retirement Institute (IRI) ?? Regina Curry, Chief Diversity Officer at Franklin Templeton ?? Rhonda Burns, Associate Vice President – Office of Culture and Talent Acquisition at Nationwide ?? Shareen Luze, Head, Business Administration at RBC Wealth Management ?? Kizmet T. Moore, MBA, CDE?, Assistant VP of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at NFP, An AON Company Learn more about FARE’s Leadership at https://thefare.org/ #WomenInFinance #WomenInWealth #FAREFoward #WomensHistoryMonth #FARE

Suze Orman is a ?? powerhouse ?? in personal finance, empowering millions to own their financial futures. Her financial tips, from smart saving strategies to wise investing decisions, can give you the confidence to control your finances. Source: Suze Orman via YouTube #WomenInFinance #WomenInWealth #FAREFoward #WomensHistoryMonth #FARE

5 Women Who Paved the Way in Finance From banking to business, accounting to education, these five women reshaped history and opened doors for future generations. ?? Maggie Lena Walker – First Black woman to charter a U.S. bank, empowering Black communities with financial independence. ?? Annie Turnbo Malone – Self-made millionaire who founded Poro College, training Black women in business and finance. ?? Mary T. Washington Wylie – First Black woman CPA in the U.S., breaking barriers in accounting and paving the way for diversity in finance. ?? Alberta Virginia Scott – First Black woman to graduate from Radcliffe College, setting the foundation for Black women in higher education and finance. ? Josephine Beall Willson Bruce – Advocate for Black financial institutions, championing economic empowerment and independence. #WomenInFinance #FAREFoward #WomensHistoryMonth #FARE

Just wrapped up an amazing few days in Fort Lauderdale, FL, at the BISA Conference (March 4-7)—connecting with industry leaders, gaining fresh insights, and diving into important conversations about the future of financial services. One of the best parts? FARE sponsored two incredible student ambassadors, Imani Washington (Delaware State University) and Jasmine Pierce (Virginia State University), who made the most of every opportunity—networking, learning, and soaking up all the knowledge they could. A standout moment was at the Women’s Luncheon, where one of our students asked Anamika Alam what advice she’d give her younger self. Her response? “Be courageous and be bold.” Simple, powerful, and a message that stuck with all of us. We also attended an insightful DEI workshop, where Donnell White shared great perspectives on fostering inclusivity in financial services. And to top it off, FARE had the chance to participate in a podcast, where our students shared their thoughts and experiences from the conference—such an awesome way to amplify their voices! And honestly, there was no better way to close out the conference than with a fireside chat featuring Brett Carmichael, MBA, CWS? and Cris Carter. Their conversation was packed with leadership wisdom, career insights, and life lessons that left us all inspired. A huge thank you to Jeff Hartney, Candice Young, the entire BISA team, and Black Voices United for making this experience possible for FARE and our students. Your dedication to creating opportunities for diverse talent in financial services is truly appreciated! Looking forward to keeping the momentum going and continuing these important conversations!

We're so glad you had the opportunity to go! Imani Washington is one of our FARE student ambassadors and she has been incredible to work with.

Look at all these women! Women belong in every room where decisions are being made. ? And at FARE, we are committed to more than just talk–we’re driving real change for women in finance to make SURE they’re in every room. When women rise, finance gets stronger. From mentorship to leadership development, we’re working to ensure that women in finance have the resources, representation, and support they need to succeed. Nicole Ridley Morgan Glasser, M.A. #WomenInFinance #WomenInWealth #FAREFoward #WomensHistoryMonth #FARE

So excited that Jasmine Pierce has this opportunity! The BISA Annual Conference is an incredible event!

Happy International Women’s Day! ?? FARE is committed to seeing the advancement of women in the financial industry thrive by increasing access to opportunities and creating inclusive spaces. Through our mentorship and partnerships, we are striving to ensure that women are empowered to excel at every level, from entry roles to executive leadership. #WomenInFinance #WomenInWealth #FAREFoward #WomensHistoryMonth #FARE

Happy Women's History Month!

The future of the financial services industry is female! The Amplifying Women in the Industry through Mentorship & Allyship Women's Networking Lunch celebrated the advancement of women in the industry. This powerhouse panel brought distinct insights and experiences to the group. Sponsored by Symetra. #BISA2025