Financial Women of San Francisco has been making news in business and financial circles for more than 60 years. Scan the articles below to see all the ways we advance the success of today’s women in finance throughout the Bay Area.
With constant media alerts about layoffs in government, stock market instability and tariff threats it is sometimes difficult to take a step back and actually assess what is happening. In late April 2025 the US Bureau of Economic Analysis released data that the US economy contracted in the first quarter (January to March 2025), by approximately 0.3%, seasonally adjusted, indicating negative growth of 0.3%. This net negative GDP was due partially to a surge of imports to the US as businesses and consumers ordered in advance of tariffs and government spending is also down.
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We are kicking off the first event of the series on May 22nd with a golf swing instruction hour at the beautiful Presidio golf course driving range in San Francisco.
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In April, we read and discussed The Algebra of Wealth by Scott Galloway. Here are some of our takeaways:
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On 25 March 2025, Bain & Co. hosted an in person and zoom simulcast panel regarding payment trends, risks and opportunities, featuring facilitator Erin McCune of Bain & Co, with Lisa Shields of FISPAN, Marg Riley of the Federal Reserve SF, Rachel Pike of Modern Treasury, Kalyeni Iyer of SardineAI, and Veronica Fernandez of Visa.
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On March 6, 2025, the Financial Women of San Francisco (FWSF) hosted an inspiring International Women’s Day event, bringing together finance professionals, industry leaders, and advocates to celebrate and empower women in the financial sector. The event provided valuable insights, networking opportunities, and strategies for advancing gender equity in finance and beyond.
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In March, we read and discussed Right Kind of Wrong: The Science of Failing Well by Amy C. Edmondson. Here are some of our takeaways: Reframe Failure as Learning, Foster Psychological Safety...
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Mona was included in SFBT’s list of “Women to Watch - Honoring Visionary Women Shaping the Bay Area”
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Financial planning can feel overwhelming—but not having a plan often leads to emotional decisions and missed opportunities. But here's the good news: financial success doesn't have to be complicated. It's about building a strong foundation, step-by-step, and then maintaining it.
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My job is to help others land their desired employment. I love helping them market and sell themselves to be successful in their search. I am infinitely curious, love getting to know my clients, learning about what they do, why and how they do it...and then use my skills to help them reach their goals. I work with people across all industries (especially finance) and across functions. This variety is what keeps me excited every day.
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Please join us in remembering a financial woman who embodied so much of what makes this group what it is—a desire to help, the bravery to forge a new path and then help others along it, and the willingness to always go the extra mile.
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The FWSF has been working with the non-profit Rock the Street Wall Street that is dedicated to increasing the participation of women in financial careers and targets high school girls. FWSF members have been volunteering at Gateway High School in the fall for four sessions and this spring for three sessions.
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April is National Financial Literacy Month, an opportunity to learn more about finances, from budgets to long-term planning, with an emphasis on bringing that knowledge to young people so they can start out with smart decisions. Starting in 2003, this month focuses on promoting financial education and empowerment for individuals and families, so they can make informed decisions.
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As we welcome Women’s History Month it is important to consider the history of women in the United States regarding financial opportunities. Financial Women of San Francisco was created to advance women in finance and financial services.
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March is National Credit Education month #CreditEducationMonth, and provides an opportunity to remind everyone about the value of the credit score. This score is used to determine your risk profile to be loaned money.
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In today's shifting landscape, I want to reaffirm our enduring commitment to who we've always been. For almost 70 years, FWSF has championed women in finance through mentorship, education, and leadership development.
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