In this episode, Melinda Emerson welcomes Syama Bunten to celebrate Women’s History Month with a focus on women’s economic shifts and financial empowerment. Syama discusses the reasons behind women’s financial inaction and offers actionable steps to overcome these barriers. The episode highlights the significance of community in financial growth and the concept of cooperative economics. They also discuss the Wealth Catalyst Summit and the importance of family wealth conversations.
Syama Bunten is the Founder of Wealth Catalyst, a national platform convening women who are building, preserving, and deploying capital with intention. Her work centers on what she calls the Great Wealth Enlightenment, the structural shift in which women are simultaneously earning, inheriting, and directing wealth at scale. Through salons, summits, and private community gatherings, she creates spaces where women move from passive ownership to active stewardship. Syama has been featured in Forbes and hosts the podcast Getting Rich Together, where she explores capital, agency, and legacy with founders, investors, and executives. For more information: https://wealthcatalyst.com
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Women are projected to control a significant portion of investable assets by the end of the decade, creating an unprecedented shift in economic power.
Community and collaboration are essential for women to grow wealth and achieve financial literacy, as sharing knowledge and resources can elevate everyone’s financial goals.
Understanding personal financial needs and goals, being open to taking calculated risks, and engaging in supportive communities are critical steps for women to manage and grow their wealth effectively.
Resources Mentioned:
Online Courses: https://smallbizladyuniversity.com
Connect with Syama Bunten:
Website: https://wealthcatalyst.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/syamameagherInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/syama.coSubstack: https://thewealthcatalystwithsyama.substack.com
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