About Conversations with Personal Finance Champions
In this series, host Vince Shorb engages with financial educators, coaches, content creators, and community leaders who are driving economic empowerment thro...
Community Champion Spotlight: Kheadrick Hunt of Grace & Glory
This Community Champion Spotlight features Kheadrick Hunt, founder of Grace & Glory. Hunt also serves on the Texas Financial Educators Council Advisory Board.Hunt works at the intersection of wealth-building strategy, retirement and insurance planning, and financial wellness education. He earned an Associate’s Degree in Computer Networking and Telecommunications from ITT Technical Institute in 2015 and served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 2012 to 2020, reaching the rank of Corporal. His career has included life insurance, legacy planning, retirement planning, and financial consultation with AT&T, Asurion, and World Financial Group.In 2025 he launched Grace & Glory to take a community-centered approach to financial wellness. Through content, workshops, and digital outreach, he uses lived experience to help people move toward financial independence. He mixes teaching, storytelling, and practical guidance so everyday families can understand wealth-building strategies and put them to work.Hunt said: “At Grace & Glory, we’re proud to stand alongside the Texas Financial Educators Council in this mission to close the wealth gap through education and empowerment. Our role focuses on equipping individuals and families with tools they can actually use, not just financial theory, but real-life strategy that protects, builds, and sustains wealth. As I often say, visionaries aren’t just dreamers, they’re builders with blueprints. That’s the energy we bring to this movement: a commitment to turning financial hope into financial action across every community we serve.”#CommunityChampionSpotlight #GraceAndGlory #FinancialEducation #MakeFinEdCorehttps://www.financialeducatorscouncil.org/advisory-board-member-kheadrick-hunt/
14 Jan 2026
Creating Impactful Financial Education Programs with Donna Cirillo
In this episode, we sit down with Donna Cirillo, founder of Smart Money Changes Everything, to explore how she built a purpose-driven career in financial education that serves everyone from teens in libraries to adults rebuilding after major life transitions. Donna shares how her journey began in a high-pressure bank call center, where overwhelmed staff and frustrated customers pushed her to create her first informal financial training. That experience sparked a lifelong mission to teach money skills in practical, compassionate, and genuinely transformative ways.We unpack how Donna uses a clear program-implementation framework to tailor education for very different audiences. She explains how she identifies learner pain points, designs outcome-focused sessions, and documents results through assessments and storytelling - positioning herself as a trusted partner for organizations seeking more than a basic budgeting talk.Whether you're new to financial education or working to deepen your impact, Donna’s story demonstrates what becomes possible when empathy, curiosity, and professional standards come together. Her message is simple and powerful: with the right approach, smart money truly can change everything - for learners, families, and entire communities.Main Website https://smartmoneychangeseverything.comLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/donna-miano-cirillo/Case Study Video https://smartmoneychangeseverything.com/case
8 Aug 2025
Building a Financial Education Legacy with Susan Doty
In this episode, we’re joined by Susan Doty, Executive Director of the Center for Economic Education and Financial Literacy at the University of Texas at Tyler. With a career spanning over three decades, Susan brings a deep commitment to student outcomes and lasting systemic change.We explore her innovative First Responder Finance initiative—a three-tiered program offering for-credit certification to undergraduates, professional development for working adults, and community outreach through events like family nights and Girl Scout workshops. Susan shares how she built the program from scratch, highlighting the importance of stakeholder support, needs assessments, and strategic grant funding.What sets Susan apart is her use of economics as the foundation for teaching personal finance. Through her signature “Doty Mantra,” she frames financial decisions around opportunity cost and behavior change, helping learners build long-term financial wellness.The conversation also covers her efforts to influence legislation, strengthen teacher training, and support workforce development across fields like education, social work, law enforcement, and healthcare. Her goal: to embed personal finance into professional training nationwide.Whether you’re an educator, policymaker, or advocate, this episode delivers real-world strategies and inspiration. Susan’s message is powerful: “Education is the ultimate economic multiplier.” And she’s equipping a new generation to carry that mission forward.https://www.uttyler.edu/research/centers/economic-education-financial-literacy/ https://www.uttyler.edu/research/centers/economic-education-financial-literacy/about-the-director/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-doty-947768125/
17 Jun 2025
Rachel Hanible – From Kitchen Table Talks to National Financial Educator Recognition
Rachel Hanible, financial educator, discusses her journey from informal financial coaching to national recognition, highlighting her work empowering underserved communities with financial literacy in this interview.
20 Mar 2025
Elevating Community Banking: Ben Joergens on Bridging the Financial Education Gap
Ben Joergens is a nationally recognized financial literacy advocate, community leader, and the Executive Director of Financial Empowerment at Old National Bank. With a career dedicated to bridging the financial knowledge gap, Ben has spearheaded initiatives that empower individuals and families to achieve long-term financial stability and success.In this episode, Ben shares his personal journey from his early career in banking to becoming a champion for financial education. He discusses Old National Bank’s commitment to community outreach, highlighting innovative programs that provide accessible, practical financial skills to underserved populations. Ben also explores the role of financial institutions in fostering economic empowerment and the importance of partnerships in advancing financial literacy at scale. His passion and leadership offer valuable insights for listeners looking to drive positive change through education, collaboration, and community engagement.Guest Linkshttps://www.tiktok.com/discover/old-national-bankhttps://www.instagram.com/oldnationalbancorp/https://www.oldnational.com/about-us/community/financial-education-courses/real-life-finance/https://www.facebook.com/OldNationalBancorp/https://rlf.buzzsprout.com/
1 Jan 2025
Building FinTech Solutions and Classroom Integration: Insights from SPENDiD Founder Craig Hill
FinTech leader Craig Hill shares insights on building innovative solutions and classroom integration, empowering educators and entrepreneurs with practical advice for achieving financial health and wellness.
26 Dec 2024
Building Networks and Advancing Financial Literacy: Boardroom Insights from Sonja Strzoda
Sonja Strzoda, a seasoned financial services expert, shares boardroom insights on building networks and advancing financial literacy to drive meaningful impact.
6 Nov 2024
Preview Episode Introducing Conversations with Personal Finance Champions
Vince Shorb, CEO of the National Financial Educators Council, introduces a limited series featuring leaders in personal finance, discussing scalable financial initiatives and practical insights for making a real impact on financial literacy.
5 Nov 2024
Building Impactful Content & Community: Insights from Clever Girl Finance Founder Bola Sokunbi
Bola Sokunbi, a 5x bestselling author and Certified Financial Education Instructor, shares her proven strategies for creating impactful content and building a thriving community in personal finance.
30 Oct 2024
Creating Positive Outcomes for Kids: Ellis Cropper’s Financial Education Strategies and Advocacy
Ellis Cropper, a Chartered Financial Consultant and educator, shares strategies for creating positive outcomes in kids' financial education programs through advocacy and community impact.
24 Oct 2024
LIFE Lessons: Bobby Kinzer’s Mission to Empower Communities Through Financial Enrichment
Bobby Kinzer, President of the Literacy Institute for Financial Enrichment, shares his journey from professional basketball to empowering communities through financial education and practical strategies for economic empowerment.
16 Oct 2024
Empowering Lives Through Basketball and Financial Literacy: Evelyn Magley’s Vision
TBL owner and CEO Evelyn Magley shares her vision for empowering lives through basketball and financial literacy, highlighting her innovative Financial Literacy Campaign and commitment to youth development and community service.
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