Dini Harris: How the SWSM Conference Changed Her Life
"I was reticent to talk about myself, but in doing so, I realized I was not alone," she says. "A Lot of people go through hard times,...
SWSM Executive Women – Ginger Siegel: Scrappy, Self-Reliant, and Unstoppable
By Sarah Wall
Ginger Siegel didn’t necessarily know what she wanted her ultimate career to look like when she was first starting out – and no one would...
When Duty Calls and Loved Ones Stand By – What Service Means
By Shane Svorec
“Thank you for your service.” It’s a common phrase we use and hear, but exactly what that service entails isn't always well known. If you’re...
The Jumpstart Savings Program: Powering Flexibility in a 21st-Century Workforce
By Sarah Wall
The American economy is changing. When a global pandemic collided with political and social unrest in 2020, the financial outlook for millions of Americans suddenly...
Chloe’s Money Tips for Kids: Interview with Kentucky Treasurer Ball
By Chloe PullanHave you ever wanted something at a store and your parents told you no? Maybe you could start your own business and be able to...
Dee Oldham: How the SWSM Conference Marked a Turning Point in Her Life
By Shannon Santschi
“Stop what you’re doing and come with me. We’re going to open a savings account for you.” The year was 1985 and Dee Oldham, an...
UNCLAIMED PROPERTY: $10 Million Back To Mississippi
By Mississippi State Treasurer David McRae
My great-grandfather grew up on a farm in rural Rankin County. He opened his first department store in Jackson, Mississippi, at the...
Rethinking Money: John Coleman on Building a Financial Life with Purpose
By Jamie Oleka
A conversation about his new book, Good Money, and why the path to financial freedom starts with what you believe
Most financial advice starts with a...
Starting a Business Will Change Your Marriage–But You Should Do It Anyway
By Elizabeth Condra
Most people say not to mix business with pleasure. My husband and I did it seven months into our marriage.
We were newlyweds when we bought...
Celebrate The Holidays by Giving Back
By Catherine Martinez
The hustle and bustle of the holiday season has arrived! That means parties, shopping, and festive food. But while you’re planning your schedule, don’t forget...
