<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[WISE® (Women Investing In Security and Education)]]></title><description><![CDATA[WISE empowers women and girls with investing and finance education, boosting confidence and expanding opportunities for financial security.]]></description><link>https://www.wiseinvestors.org/resources</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 05:49:43 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.wiseinvestors.org/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Podcast | Behind the Barron’s 100: Power, Progress, and Women in Finance]]></title><description><![CDATA[In our latest WISE Voices podcast, we go behind the scenes of one of the most influential listing in finance. ﻿ What does it take to be recognized among the most powerful women in U.S. finance? Reshma Kapadia, Associate Editor at Barron’s and a key member of the team behind the Barron’s 100 Most Influential Women in U.S. Finance list, joins WISE Board Chair Angela Dailey for a lively and insightful conversation. As a journalist, changemaker, and WISE advisory board member, Reshma shares:...]]></description><link>https://www.wiseinvestors.org/single-post/podcast-behind-the-barron-s-100-power-progress-and-women-in-finance</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a0b5444e4e1fe1692b2b18a</guid><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 18:06:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76042c_28f2a052d64f4c8f9040b44744387608~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_807,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>WISE Investors</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Webinar | Stop Guessing. Start Building a Better Retirement Plan. April 16]]></title><description><![CDATA[Back by Popular Demand: WISE Welcomes Back Retirement Expert Christine Benz WISE hosted Christine Benz, Morningstar’s Director of Personal Finance and Retirement Planning, for a webinar on building a resilient retirement portfolio. Drawing on her “good enough” investing philosophy, Christine shares practical insights on simplifying retirement planning, the importance of Social Security, reducing risk as retirement approaches, and key strategies for creating reliable retirement income. Watch...]]></description><link>https://www.wiseinvestors.org/single-post/webinar-stop-guessing-start-building-a-better-retirement-plan-april-16</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69b075b922bc04bb87f9905c</guid><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 19:56:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76042c_9c1d58edc5604c3d96551ea82d030cb6~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_720,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>WISE Investors</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Podcast | Mentor or sponsor — do you know the difference?]]></title><description><![CDATA[In our latest WISE Voices  podcast, we sit down with Annette Walker, President of City of Hope, Orange County , for an honest and deeply inspiring conversation about leadership, sponsorship, and building a career with purpose. Annette shares: Why sponsorship, not just mentorship, is critical  to career advancement How authentic leadership is rooted in foresight, courage, and caring for people Lessons from building one of the nation’s most respected cancer institutions Candid insights on work,...]]></description><link>https://www.wiseinvestors.org/single-post/podcast-mentor-or-sponsor-do-you-know-the-difference</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69972058b8ed19d283732f13</guid><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 12:30:17 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76042c_c214609ea9ac407ba2ad874eaa8b857e~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_807,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>WISE Investors</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[WISE Voices Podcast – Delilah Panio ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Harnessing the Powerful Force of Aligned Capital  Valuable insights from Delilah Panio, Vice President, U.S. Capital Formation, Toronto Stock Exchange This conversation features capital markets expert, investor, and speaker Delilah Panio of Toronto Stock Exchange, Vice President, U.S. Capital Formation—and a proud Canadian and  Lagunatic  (meaning from Laguna Beach). Grab a coffee or tea and join us as we explore the vision of democratizing capital so it can become a powerful force for...]]></description><link>https://www.wiseinvestors.org/single-post/wise-voices-podcast-delilah-panio</link><guid isPermaLink="false">696124bf047d909b9a67f6c9</guid><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 16:09:24 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76042c_001a4095a35d47e893e25c18988b4a13~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_807,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>WISE Investors</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[2025 Recap Photos]]></title><description><![CDATA[Happy New Year! As we close out 2025, we want to say thank you. Thanks to the generosity and engagement of our WISE community, this was truly a record-breaking year. We believe that every woman deserves the education and guidance to achieve financial security for herself and her family. 2025 Highlights 15 events and workshops 750+ in-person attendees Thousands benefited from our resources through live-streamed webinars and podcasts $21,000 in scholarships awarded to Girls Inc. and Girl Scouts...]]></description><link>https://www.wiseinvestors.org/single-post/2025-recap-photos</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69405e15b33afcf13e96c2b2</guid><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2025 19:14:32 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76042c_aa7f2569388a44b0b206fb0536e1b32e~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>WISE Investors</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Webinar: Women, Wealth &#38; the Power of Advice]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you missed this powerful WISE / State Street conversation, the replay is absolutely worth your time.  Celebrated financial journalist Consuelo Mack , host of the award-winning public television program WealthTrack , led an unfiltered, insight-rich dialogue with two industry powerhouses:  Anna Paglia , EVP &#38; Chief Business Officer, State Street Investment Management  Kristi Mitchem , Cofounder &#38; Partner, &#38;Partners  Together, they delivered a candid look at how women at the top of finance...]]></description><link>https://www.wiseinvestors.org/single-post/webinar-women-wealth-the-power-of-advice-12-8-25</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69121b3a8cc409ab93eb1216</guid><category><![CDATA[Tearing Down The Pink Wall]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 17:06:56 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76042c_33696d0a32d549569960953b3fdfc220~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>WISE Investors</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Much Does It Cost to Own a Pet? WISE Empowers 300+ Girl Scouts with Real-World Budgeting Skills]]></title><description><![CDATA[On November 2nd, WISE was proud to once again join forces with the Girl Scouts of Orange County for their annual STEM expo at the Orange County fairgrounds. For the second year, WISE had a table for the workshop “How Much Does It Cost To Own a Pet?” and with an attendance of over 300 Girl Scouts along with their troop leaders and parents, there was a steady flow of interest over picking a budget and managing the several costs of caring for a pet whether that be buying a nice collar to...]]></description><link>https://www.wiseinvestors.org/single-post/how-much-does-it-cost-to-own-a-pet-wise-empowers-300-girl-scouts-with-real-world-budgeting-skills</link><guid isPermaLink="false">691656d3fc22f1d9068c3bc2</guid><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2025 22:09:52 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76042c_8298ea53a0fa45c080a3c60eed7855b2~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sorcha Chow, WISE  Intern</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[College to Career: Financial Tips from Trailblazing Leaders | UCI Oct 23]]></title><description><![CDATA[Relive the Conversation: WISE + UC Irvine On October 23, 2025, WISE and UC Irvine hosted an inspiring evening with three of the most accomplished financial leaders in the industry. Students, faculty, and professionals gathered to explore what it really takes to navigate a successful career and financial journey after college. If you missed it live, you can still catch the powerful insights and real talk that made this event unforgettable. Watch the Replay:   Why watch: Gain Insider Knowledge:...]]></description><link>https://www.wiseinvestors.org/single-post/college-to-career-financial-tips-from-trailblazing-leaders-uci-oct-23</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68c885d25a8e2f5e2155bb68</guid><category><![CDATA[Tearing Down The Pink Wall]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2025 21:35:23 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76042c_a97527dd6244453b889c65f99c90a88a~mv2.gif/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>WISE Investors</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Money &#38; Career Tips:What They Don’t Teach in Class | UCSD Oct 15]]></title><description><![CDATA[On October 15, WISE and the UC San Diego Rady School of Management hosted an eye-opening evening with three powerhouse leaders in finance. These women shattered barriers, built careers at the top, and shared the lessons they wish they’d known when starting out. Why Watch the Replay: Hear from three influential women in finance who shattered the pink wall and built their careers at the highest level, sharing lessons they wish they knew starting out.  Gain Insider Knowledge:  Discover proven...]]></description><link>https://www.wiseinvestors.org/single-post/money-career-tips-what-they-don-t-teach-in-class-ucsd-oct-15</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68c8885ed424f0454cc0893a</guid><category><![CDATA[Tearing Down The Pink Wall]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2025 21:48:24 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76042c_b7771f16952a4abaa00ea745e4826606~mv2.gif/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>WISE Investors</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Podcast | Sylvia Kim: Rebel for Good and Queen Maker]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wise Voices welcomes Sylvia Kim, Founder and CEO of Rebel for Good. Sylvia Kim: Rebel for Good and Queen Maker Wise Voices welcomes Sylvia Kim, Founder and CEO of Rebel for Good. Sylvia Kim is a capital catalyst who shares her experience in mastering how money flows… for good. In this episode, she explains how capital flows, why it matters, and how you can catalyze capital for good and use it to drive meaningful change. She is known as a Queen Maker by partnering with Gen Z family offices,...]]></description><link>https://www.wiseinvestors.org/single-post/podcast-sylvia-kim-rebel-for-good-and-queen-maker</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68db06fc64e88a07d078cbce</guid><pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2025 23:04:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76042c_d75d86008c484a789ed9994d5dd9898e~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_807,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>WISE Investors</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Podcast | Pioneering the Future of Finance: A Conversation with Zoe Cruz]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pioneering the Future of Finance: A Conversation with Zoe Cruz, CEO Menai Financial Group Zoe Cruz’s legendary rise—from Greek immigrant to Co-President of Morgan Stanley—was built on integrity, hard work, and saying yes to opportunity. In this must-listen episode, Zoe shares how to: ✅ Lead with values in high-stakes environments ✅ Understand digital assets through a candid, jargon-free lens ✅ Embrace innovation in a rapidly evolving financial landscape She breaks down how blockchain is...]]></description><link>https://www.wiseinvestors.org/single-post/podcast-pioneering-the-future-of-finance-a-conversation-with-zoe-cruz</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68a4a4e16aa481be4933ed1f</guid><pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2025 16:35:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76042c_068d4a0f963c42e588273689223ceef2~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_807,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>WISE Investors</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[WISE Scores Financial Icon Christine Benz for a Rare Event]]></title><description><![CDATA[WISE is proud to share the replay of our rare, intimate conversation with Christine Benz , Morningstar’s celebrated Director of Personal Finance and Retirement Planning. Named one of Barron’s  10 most influential women in wealth management and featured in The New York Times , WSJ , and CNBC, Christine is a trusted voice in retirement strategy. In this insightful session, Christine discusses her new book, How to Retire: 20 Lessons for a Happy, Successful, and Wealthy Retirement  — and shares...]]></description><link>https://www.wiseinvestors.org/single-post/wise-scores-financial-icon-christine-benz-for-a-rare-event</link><guid isPermaLink="false">687150178761482d209523ab</guid><category><![CDATA[Retirement]]></category><category><![CDATA[Tearing Down The Pink Wall]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 11 Jul 2025 17:59:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76042c_28f0618faeac4775b75c800688c041f0~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_807,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>WISE Investors</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Podcast | Build a Richer Retirement—Starting Now]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEW from the WISE Voices Podcast: Build a Richer Retirement- Starting Now with Veronica Dagher &#38; Anne Tergesen of The Wall Street Journal. Retirement planning can feel like alphabet soup-401(k), IRA, Roth, SEP. In this must-listen episode, rock star financial journalists reveal how to: ✅ Decode retirement plans and choose what’s right for you ✅ Maximize employer benefits and invest wisely ✅ Learn how people—from modest earners to high-net-worth individuals—are creating fulfilling retirements...]]></description><link>https://www.wiseinvestors.org/single-post/podcast-build-a-richer-retirement-starting-now</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68714c1ee3d13fcb032c7df5</guid><pubDate>Thu, 10 Jul 2025 18:01:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76042c_4a32ccd708ef44319ad88aaa2ee90606~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_807,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>WISE Investors</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Podcast | The stories behind the women shaping finance—with Barron’s Reshma Kapadia. ]]></title><description><![CDATA[What does it take to be one of the most influential women in U.S. finance?  Reshma Kapadia, Associate editor at Barron’s and key member of the team behind the Barron’s 100 Most Influential Women in U.S. Finance list demystifies the process in our latest episode of WISE Voices: Women Leading the Way. As a journalist, changemaker, and WISE advisory board member, Reshma shares:  The story behind the list — and how it’s evolved over the years  Emerging trends in leadership and influence  What it...]]></description><link>https://www.wiseinvestors.org/single-post/podcast-the-stories-behind-the-women-shaping-finance-with-barron-s-reshma-kapadia</link><guid isPermaLink="false">683a1f6dfcb48d92d0803a0a</guid><pubDate>Tue, 10 Jun 2025 09:23:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76042c_aa6d68eb1bd641ac9810d33a8a23dbfb~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_807,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>WISE Investors</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[WISE Awards Scholarships to Girls Inc. College-Bound Seniors]]></title><description><![CDATA[At WISE, we are committed to creating pathways to financial independence and leadership for women and girls. On Friday, May 16, we had...]]></description><link>https://www.wiseinvestors.org/single-post/wise-awards-16-000-in-scholarships-to-girls-inc-college-bound-seniors</link><guid isPermaLink="false">682b53e84580871e4f70f1ad</guid><pubDate>Tue, 03 Jun 2025 12:00:10 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76042c_9cb52c996a144add9783cf36ed2ff9a3~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>WISE Investors</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Voice for Girls event at Newport Beach ]]></title><description><![CDATA[On May 2, 2025, WISE proudly participated as a Bronze Sponsor of the Voice for Girls event hosted by Girl Scouts of Orange County...]]></description><link>https://www.wiseinvestors.org/single-post/voice-for-girls-event-at-newport-beach</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68278f742b0463bceaa8f056</guid><pubDate>Tue, 27 May 2025 10:00:21 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76042c_ef7555f29a1f4391a1a3034647445f5e~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sorcha Chow, WISE  Intern</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Girls Inc. Family STEM Night]]></title><description><![CDATA[WISE has always championed financial education for women at every stage of life. While there may not be elementary school courses on...]]></description><link>https://www.wiseinvestors.org/single-post/girls-inc-family-stem-night</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6822684024d5391e71159497</guid><pubDate>Mon, 12 May 2025 21:34:57 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76042c_fe6aca5f59c64da7a4f4976216c62104~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sorcha Chow, WISE  Intern</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Webinar | Financial Freedom isn’t a Fever Dream]]></title><description><![CDATA[University has always been a place of education and preparation, but sometimes the lessons learned outside the lecture hall can be just as impactful in shaping your path. On April 18th, young women studying at California State University, Fullerton filled the room for WISE’s event of Tearing Down The Pink Wall: Financial Freedom isn’t a Fever Dream  to gather insights from Angela Dailey, Evelyn Zohlen, Tina Schackman, and Patricia Soldano–and that’s not even including the many who joined on...]]></description><link>https://www.wiseinvestors.org/single-post/webinar-financial-freedom</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67dadd035a09f785759e6536</guid><category><![CDATA[Tearing Down The Pink Wall]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 08 Apr 2025 16:55:57 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76042c_f39008713fd74f2d8b09e8140e0124c8~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sorcha Chow, WISE  Intern</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Girls Meet the Workforce: Junior Year, Big Dreams, and Bold Steps]]></title><description><![CDATA[High school is tough for any teenager, but for junior year girls, it presents a whole other level of challenges. With junior year being...]]></description><link>https://www.wiseinvestors.org/single-post/girls-meet-the-workforce-junior-year-big-dreams-and-bold-steps</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67e6d3a55c42c60e77b142e6</guid><pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2025 14:00:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76042c_b08d81c33b62438db3b209ba8acdbce6~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sorcha Chow, WISE  Intern</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[WISE Annual Report 2024]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dear WISE Members, Sponsors, and Friends, 2024 was a transformative year for WISE as we expanded our reach in financial empowerment and...]]></description><link>https://www.wiseinvestors.org/single-post/wise-annual-report-2024</link><guid isPermaLink="false">678ad40071aec67eaef2edbd</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Feb 2025 11:06:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76042c_482cc78d495847b79dd13c16368d3b21~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>WISE Investors</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>