by ldeas | May 28, 2021 | 1mbb, Department of the Treasury, Financial Literacy, Financial Literacy for All (FL4A), FLEC, Janet Yellen, Operation HOPE
Earlier this week I had the privilege of joining Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen at a meeting of the Financial Literacy and Education Commission to discuss how the lack of financial literacy is impacting Americans, especially those in predominantly Black and...
by ldeas | May 25, 2021 | Uncategorized
Today we remember the life of a martyr whose murder sparked a worldwide protest and renewed movement for racial equity in America. George Floyd didn’t ask to become the face and rallying cry for social justice around the world, but his voice still calls to us to...
by ldeas | May 24, 2021 | Uncategorized
To build something great you first need a solid foundation. Thanks to my parents, my life’s foundation was built on love and positive role modeling that showed me that I could be more than what my external environment wanted me to be. But outside of my...
by ldeas | May 20, 2021 | Uncategorized
Today is the beginning of what I believe is a pivot point in our quest to make financial literacy a core component of everyday life in the United States. Operation HOPE and I, joined by major corporate leaders including Doug McMillon, CEO of Walmart; Bob Chapek, CEO...
by ldeas | May 19, 2021 | Events & Appearances
For years now, I have sounded the alarm on the need for financial literacy for all. It’s not a “nice-to-have,” nor is it something that we can afford to wait and get around to. We must prioritize it. Financial literacy for all is an essential part of...
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