On October 20, 2021, the Louisiana Asset Funders Network held the Building Savings Summit to explore the current savings environment in the state and elevate a path forward to increasing savings among Louisianans.
Broadcast by Entergy.
SESSION ONE
Financial Coaching in Action: Roundtable
A statewide and regional discussion on the state of financial coaching, its impacts on financial health, and opportunities for growth.
Jamie Schmill (moderator), Foundation for Louisiana
Chad Sanders, The First 72+
Bonnie Moore, City of Shreveport/Financial Empowerment Center
Libby Whiteside, Disability Rights Louisiana
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SESSION TWO
Leveraging Fintech to Promote Financial Health
Exclusive report release of Philanthropy and Fintech: Identifying Opportunities for Investment.
This first-of-its-kind brief explores the role of philanthropy in advancing financial technology or fintech efforts in Louisiana and explores how improved digital access has emerged as a powerful tool to help secure the financial health of families. Presented by the Louisiana Asset Funders Network and Financial Health Network.
Erika Wright (moderator), JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Hannah Calhoon, Financial Health Network
Sabrina N. Short, The New Orleans Black Tech Collective
Keith Hanson, City of Shreveport
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SESSION THREE
Leveraging Policy for Change
Learn how policy and systems changes can boost Louisianans’ ability to build assets and strengthen their economic security.
Sam Spiewak, Conrad N. Hilton Foundation
Davante Lewis, Louisiana Budget Project
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