Girls in Finance

In this episode of Girls in Finance , we sit down with Ann Olinger , a fintech leader who transitioned from product operations and marketing to finance, scaling a SaaS product from $500K to over $110M ARR. Ann shares insights on breaking into fintech, navigating leadership as a woman in finance, and the evolving landscape of embedded finance and AI-driven innovation. Tune in for valuable lessons o...

In this episode of Girls in Finance , we are joined by Lilian Ejila, Finance Manager at Brails, who shares her journey and invaluable insights into thriving in the financial industry. Lilian discusses the tools and resources that help her stay ahead in a fast-paced industry, including podcasts, newsletters, LinkedIn communities, and internal team collaboration. She emphasizes the importance of fos...

In this episode, we have the privilege of speaking with Lily Miao, a Partner in the Corporate Finance department of Appleby's Hong Kong office. With years of experience in advising international financial institutions and corporations, she brings a wealth of knowledge from across the legal and financial sectors. She takes us through her journey from her educational background to the unique experie...

In this episode, we talk with Wassia Kamon, CPA, CMA, MBA, a seasoned CFO with extensive experience in corporate finance and FP&A. We explore what inspired her to pursue a career in finance and why she chose to work at a not-for-profit like Access to Capital for Entrepreneurs (ACE) to support entrepreneurial growth. Wassia opens up about how she’s tackled challenges throughout her leadership j...

In this episode of Girls in Finance, we talk with Stacey Katakura, CEO of Accumulus. Stacey shares her personal journey, discussing how her background and education shaped her career and what inspired her to transition from the corporate world to entrepreneurship. She provides insight into Accumulus’s mission and her leadership role within the company, reflecting on the challenges and strategies t...

In this episode of Girls in Finance , we had the opportunity to converse with Imade Iyamu, who shared her journey from law to business, now working at Goldman Sachs’ Private Family Office Imade shared how her role integrates both fields, offering comprehensive wealth management, tax planning, and generational wealth strategies for high-net-worth clients. She also gave us an inside look at her day-...

In this episode, we’ll be speaking with Renuka, a Small Business Advisor at Scotiabank, about her diverse career journey from RBC's contact center to her current role. We’ll explore the rewards of being a Small Business Advisor, the motivation behind her career transitions, and how each role has prepared her for the next step. Renuka will share insights on building strong client relationships, her...

In this episode of Girls in Finance, we interview Theodora Lau, founder of Unconventional Ventures, a company that connects founders with funders to drive innovation in the banking industry, to uncover how taking risks and pursuing diverse career paths can lead to unexpected and rewarding opportunities in FinTech. Theo shares how she navigated the transition across industries, the personal challen...

In this episode of Girls in Finance, we sit down with Lisa M. Ong, President & Founder of Wishing Out Loud LLC and a seasoned professional with extensive experience at PwC. Lisa shares her journey through the world of auditing, demystifying what it entails and highlighting its critical role in the corporate landscape. We also explore Lisa's current venture, Wishing Out Loud, where she brings h...

In this episode of Girls in Finance, we interviewed Christina Linda Chan, an accomplished architect with a diverse career spanning an MBA, business ventures, and entrepreneurship. Christina shares her inspiration for pursuing an MBA and how workplace politics played a role in her decision, highlighting how her academic background has contributed to her business success. She discusses her entrepren...

In this episode of Girls in Finance, we welcome Julie Muhn, a senior research analyst at Finovate. Julie delves into the unique aspects of Finovate, emphasizing its focus on innovation and industry collaboration. She breaks down complex fintech concepts like blockchain, cryptocurrency, and decentralized finance (DeFi), illustrating their transformative potential in the financial sector. Julie also...

In this episode of Girls in Finance, we are joined by Eugenia Malamud, the Board Chair of CIMA Canada and FX and Commodity Valuations professional at BMO Financial Group, who shares her insightful journey in the financial industry. We discuss what CIMA is, how it impacts her day-to-day responsibilities at BMO Financial Group, and why she decided to pursue being a Board Chair. Through discussing th...

In this episode, Veena Venkatraman dives into her journey to becoming the Vice President Credit Advisory at RBCx (Royal Bank of Canada's Technological and Innovation Banking arm). Veena delves into her passion for banking, discussing what initially drew her to the industry and what keeps her motivated. She also emphasized on the importance of networking, sharing strategies young women can use to b...

In today's episode, CPA entrepreneur and podcast host Erica Goode shares her insightful background in corporate finance at Walgreens. Erica explained what Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) is and how it was conducted during her time at Walgreens, providing a detailed look at the inner workings of corporate finance. She delved into the pros and cons of the field, offering a balanced perspe...

In today's episode, we are thrilled to host Keren Stephen , a distinguished CFO, consultant, and board advisor at a leading Restructure and Turnaround Consultancy, as well as a member of the AICPA Board of Directors and member of the council at CIMA. With a wealth of experience spanning multiple industries, Keren shares captivating stories from her dynamic career journey . She delves into how a so...

In this episode regarding accounting, we talked with Lexy Kessler, the Mid-Atlantic Regional Leader for Aprio. We discussed the level of inclusivity in this field, how accounting gave Lexy financial freedom, and how teenagers can seek mentorship. Listen to learn more!

Our guest speaker for this episode is Lisa Simpson, the Vice President of the AICPA. Lisa brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table, providing unique perspectives to accounting that you may have not thought of before. Throughout the interview, Lisa shared insights into the changes of accounting, discussing how the profession has adapted to embrace digital technologies and data analy...

Curious about Bitcoin and its potential? Well, in this episode, Caitlynn, the CEO of Eldridge CPA LLC, shares some interesting insights into the topic.

For our second episode, we interviewed Caitlynn Eldridge, the CEO of Eldridge CPA LLC. We discussed the different ways teenagers can handle their finances and start considering the financial implications of selecting a college right for them. Wondering what it takes to be a personal accountant and the lifestyle they have? How will this career change with the emergence of new technology? Learn more...

Welcome to the Girls in Finance Podcast! For our first episode, we interviewed Trisha Nomura, the owner of Ascend Consulting LLC located in Hawaii. Through our interview, we were able to discuss her career ventures with accounting, HR, and most importantly tips/lessons she has for the younger generation interested in finance. We are so grateful to have had the opportunity to discuss with Trisha. W...