Generational Gems of Wealth
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Hey, Wealth Warriors! Are you ready to unlock the secrets of savvy spending and saving across the ages? In episode 4 of the Women of Wealth podcast, Hawley Woods Gray and Allie Ramo sit down with two incredible women who've turned financial wisdom into an art form. Ever wonder how your grandma's money habits differ from yours? Or how to navigate the tricky world of retirement planning?
Join us as we chat with Hawley's big sister, Debi Orness, a quality assurance whiz who's navigated life from San Diego to Washington State, and Allie's mom, Felecia Vlahos, a retired computer science and information security pro. They'll spill the beans on everything from their first bank accounts to weathering financial storms like the 2008 recession. Plus, get the scoop on their personal strategies to curb impulse spending and their candid reflections on their biggest financial blunders.
Whether you're trying to break your buy-now habit or plotting your path to a plush pension, this episode is packed with generational gems that'll help you build a wealth of knowledge. Tune in to "Women of Wealth" and let's make financial literacy a family tradition!
Debi Orness' Bio:
My name is Debi Orness. I have spent my career in Aerospace working in the Quality organization helping to ensure are products are built compliantly and safe. I am currently working on a large initiative to standardize our Quality Management Systems across 27 different sites. When completed it will be a significant savings to our business. I was born in San Diego CA and moved to Washington state at 58 years old. I will always consider San Diego home. I am married and have a daughter and son. I enjoy working in our garden, vintage shopping and hanging out with my beautiful grandchildren. I currently have 4. 3 boys and a girl and we expecting another grandson in October.
Felecia Vlahos' Bio:
Retired, with Bachelor and Master's degrees from San Diego State University in Computer Science, Certified Information Systems Security Officer, Married 37 years, two daughters both married living in town, and 3 grandchildren. Lived in San Diego area for over 50 years.
Worked at Price Club (now Costco) as manager of warehouse computer systems, SAIC doing information security for government and SD County, and retired from San Diego State University as Information Security Officer.
Very active with my family, extended family, friends, Church, and helping with grandchildren. Love butterflies, taking long walks and playing games.
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