The 2nd annual Women’s United Expo, presented by the DeDe McGuire Foundation in partnership with Hey Chica Movement, was a cultural gathering rooted in purpose, visibility, and collective elevation, featuring panels, activations, and a vendor marketplace, all centered around empowering women of color through resources, financial literacy, and community-driven support systems.
Category: Finance
From Start Line to Stronger Neighborhoods: JPMorganChase Corporate Challenge FuelsUnited Way’s Work in North Texas
The JPMorganChase Corporate Challenge in Dallas will bring together over 2,200 runners from nearly 90 organizations to raise funds for United Way of Metropolitan Dallas, which supports education, income, and health initiatives for North Texans.
Community Collaboration: SouthState Bank and Lincoln High School Promote Financial Literacy
SouthState Bank partnered with Lincoln High School to host a financial literacy event in South Dallas, providing guidance on budgeting, credit building, homeownership pathways, and business funding strategies to students, families, and community members.
Kelley Cornish Leads With Purpose, Faith and Financial Empowerment
Kelley Cornish, president and CEO of the TD Jakes Foundation, was recognized at the 4th Annual Women of Influence Awards for her transformative leadership and commitment to community empowerment, having built a career on financial inclusion, resilience, and a commitment to helping underserved communities.
Women & Wealth: Tips For Navigating Your Lifelong Financial Journey
Women are set to inherit most of the estimated $105 trillion Great Wealth Transfer by 2048, and J.P. Morgan’s 2025 Investor Study found that 93% of women surveyed who are expecting an inheritance are actively working to build their own wealth, with 75% making financial decisions with their partner or taking the lead themselves.
When $250 Keeps You in Jail: The Personal Story Behind a National Bail Showdown
The Bail Project is a nonprofit organization that helps legally innocent people awaiting trial by providing bail assistance, court reminders, and transportation, and has supported more than 40,000 people since its founding.
Full House in South Dallas: Sen. Royce West Rallies Community at Vista Bank’s Black History Month Breakfast
Community leaders, entrepreneurs, elected officials, and residents gathered at the Vista Bank South Dallas Financial Literacy & Banking Center to celebrate Black History Month and hear from Sen. Royce West on the importance of civic engagement and representation, as well as the appointment of Lubbock Smith as the new President of the South Dallas Banking Center.
The Rise of Digital Banking: Why Financial Literacy Is More Important than Ever
Financial literacy is essential for navigating the digital banking landscape, as it provides the knowledge and skills needed to manage funds, avoid scams, and make informed decisions about savings and investments.
Rising optimism among small and middle market business leaders suggests growth for Dallas
The 2026 Business Leaders Outlook survey from JPMorganChase reveals a rebound in business and economic confidence among small and midsize business leaders, with inflation and economic uncertainty being the top concerns for 2026.
Medical Debt Crisis Deepens as Healthcare Costs Continue to Soar
Black Americans are disproportionately affected by medical debt and can use a new consumer tool to help manage their bills and protect themselves from financial harm.
