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 challenges she faced, and how she discovered her passion for reshaping finance. We also dive into the accessibility of FinTech for women, with Theo offering candid insights on the barriers and the exciting opportunities within this rapidly evolving field. We explore how Theo’s global perspective, shaped by her experiences in markets from Hong Kong and Japan to the U.S., provides her with unique insights into the slow pace of change in the American finance industry.

Whether you’re looking to carve your own path in a male-dominated field, explore unconventional career routes, or get ahead of the curve in the future of FinTech, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration just for you!

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 her passion to life as a business owner and executive coach regarding Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). She discusses the inspiration behind starting her own business and offers advice to teenagers who are considering careers in the corporate world.

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 entrepreneurial journey, detailing how her MBA and architecture experience have synergized to shape her business approach and financial management.

Christina offers practical advice on managing personal finances and provides essential tips for young entrepreneurs aiming to build a solid financial foundation. Additionally, she addresses financial strategies for women in long-term relationships, exploring the advantages of shared versus individual accounts for maintaining financial independence.