Invest In Women

Invest In Women

The Invest In Women podcast series continues the mission of the industry's leading national conference by exploring and discussing the most important issues that impact women financial advisors and their female clients.

Joined by the leading voices in wealth and practice management, this podcast s...

From Household Decisions to Financial Exclusion: The Reality for Women in Families with Ryan Viktorin, CFP (Ep. 28)
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From Household Decisions to Financial Exclusion: The Reality for Women in Families with Ryan Viktorin, CFP (Ep. 28)

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Feb. 13, 2026

From Household Decisions to Financial Exclusion: The Reality for Women in Families with Ryan Viktorin, CFP (Ep. 28)

This episode explores the challenges women face managing finances and being heard within their families. Blending compelling data with real-life stories, Ryan Viktorin, CFP guides the conversation to highlight how patterns emerge and why recognizing them is the first step toward meaningful change. About Our Guest: Ryan is a Vice President, Financial Consultant and CFP® at Fidelity Investments in the Framingham, MA Investor Center. She has been an advisor for 18 years and joined Fidelity in 2
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Oct. 20, 2025

Women Accelerating In The Financial Industry with Alexandra Roca (Ep. 27)

Alexandra Roca understands the financial planning needs unique to women and has seen how addressing them can accelerate individual success in the financial industry. As the host of Fidelity's program Women Talk Money, Alexandra emphasizes that it’s never too late to get started. About Our Guest: Alexandra (Alex) Roca is the dynamic host and spokesperson for Women Talk Money, where she brings financial education to life for Fidelity clients. With a talent for transforming complex retirement and
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June 6, 2024

Empowered By Adversity: Financial Independence With Tina Powell (Ep. 26)

Tina Powell, Chief of Community at Intention.ly, is a recent cancer survivor. The experience transformed her perspective on life. Listen as Tina addresses the transformative power that financial independence has on women who take charge of their financial life, now and in retirement.
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May 9, 2024

Investing In Women CEOs And Their Success With Patricia Lizarraga (Ep. 25)

Patricia Lizarraga understands the importance of investing in women and wants to make it easier for others to do so. With the WCEO ETF, Patricia aims to get advisors and investors on board the train of more women in leadership positions, and more women CEOs. Patricia Discusses: • Investing And Working With Companies With Women CEOs • The Ongoing Wealth Transfer To Women Financial Advisors • How Men And Women CEOs Differ In Hiring And Promotions For Leadership
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April 25, 2024

Financial Services Through An Attorney’s Perspective With Emma Rodriguez-Ayala (Ep. 24)

Emma Rodriguez-Ayala wanted to be an attorney from a young age. It’s no surprise then that she leads Ariel Investments as its General Counsel. In this episode, Emma discusses working in the financial services industry, as well as diversity and inclusion, how philanthropy fits into the big picture, and how she got to be where she is today. Emma Discusses: • DEI Initiatives and Financial Literacy • Working in Financial Services as an Attorney • How having diverse vendors can strengthen your cl
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Dec. 21, 2023

Empowering Women To Take Control Of Their Financial Security With Bridget Costello (Ep. 23)

Often times women are left out of the financial conversation, whether it be education about finances from a young age, or the management of finances in later life. Bridget Costello is hoping to change that, and works with women to teach and empower them to take control of their financial life. From writing their first check to managing stock portfolios, women can learn to do it all and take an active role in their financial affairs.