Zoom link: https://brown.zoom.us/j/95195886057
Join us for an inspiring evening with renowned financial expert Jill Schlesinger '87. In this thought-provoking event, we will explore the critical role of financial literacy in empowering women to take control of their financial futures and achieve economic independence.
This virtual event aims to inspire and educate, encouraging women to take control of their financial destinies and make informed choices that pave the way for greater financial security and independence. Whether you're a student, recent graduate, or a seasoned professional, this conversation with Jill promises to be a valuable resource for women at all stages of their financial journey.
Don't miss this opportunity to connect with fellow Brown students and alumnae, engage in a meaningful discussion on financial literacy, and leave with actionable insights to chart your path toward economic empowerment.
Moderated by Resa E. Lewiss, M.D. '92 and Elvia Perez '22.
Audience Q&A to follow.
Presented by the Brown Women's Network. Co-sponsored by the Friends of the Pembroke Center and the Sarah Doyle Center for Women and Gender.
You will receive a reminder email prior to the event with the Zoom link. Please ensure that you have the most up-to-date version of Zoom.
FEATURED SPEAKER
Jill Schlesinger ‘87 is the Emmy Award and Gracie Award Winning Business Analyst for CBS News, where she translates complicated business and economic news into understandable, relatable topics for everyday viewers and listeners. She covers the economy, markets, investing and anything else with a dollar sign on TV, on the “Jill on Money” podcast, radio (including her nationally syndicated show, “Jill on Money”, which won the 2018 and 2021 Gracie Award for Best National Talk Show), the web and her blog, "Jill on Money." Jill also won a 2018 Personal Finance Reporting Award from the Radio Television Digital News Association (RTDNA)/National Endowment for Financial Education (NEFE).
Prior to her second career at CBS, Jill spent 14 years as the co-owner and Chief Investment Officer for an independent investment advisory firm. She began her career as a self-employed options trader on the Commodities Exchange of New York, following her graduation from Brown University. Jill’s second book, The Great Money Reset was published in January 2023 by St. Martin’s Press and her first book, The Dumb Things Smart People Do With Their Money, was published in February 2019 by Ballantine Books.
MODERATORS
Resa E. Lewiss, M.D. '92 is a Professor of Emergency Medicine at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. A TEDMED speaker and TimesUp Healthcare founder, she’s an internationally renowned point-of-care ultrasound educator and champion for diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces. She attended college at Brown, medical school at Penn, Emergency Medicine residency at Harvard, and fellowship at Mount Sinai St. Luke’s Roosevelt. She led point-of-care ultrasound sections at St. Luke’s Roosevelt, the University of Colorado, and Thomas Jefferson. A physician healthcare designer at Perkins&Will, her design focus has been ultrasound hardware and workflows. She’s helped to redesign the built environment of a Harvard ICU and an infectious diseases unit in Malawi. As host and founder of the Visible Voices Podcast, she’s interviewed dozens of subject matter experts in healthcare, equity, and current trends. Her writings are published in the popular press and scientific journals, such as Harvard Business Review, Slate, Nature, and Fast Company. Her new book, MicroSkills : Small Actions, Big Impact is forthcoming from HarperCollins in 2024.
Elvia Perez '22 is a first-generation Mexican American who recently graduated from Brown University with a B.A. in economics. During her time at Brown, she founded EmpowerU, an educational tech startup addressing educational disparities by connecting students with resources. She achieved recognition for her work and was a Peer-Entrepreneur-in-Residence, Social Innovation Fellow, and held leadership positions in various organizations on campus. She also completed an internship at Barclays Investment Bank and is based in Los Angeles, working on EmpowerU's mission. Elvia is part of the 2023 PledgeLA Founders Fund cohort, supporting Black and Latinx-owned businesses. Her strong commitment to uplifting the Latinx community is reflected in her various initiatives aimed at providing support and opportunities for Latinx students.
