The Financial Floor: What Latinas Carry That Nobody Sees
About this episode
Pam Covarrubias interviews Edna Mariñelarena about the financial challenges faced by Latinas and the importance of financial literacy.
On this episode of Cafe con Pam, Pam chats with Edna Mariñelarena, a powerhouse in finance with deep roots in Chihuahua, Mexico. Edna opens up about what it’s like growing up as a first-generation Latina in the U.S., how she became the family “financial floor,” and the emotional rollercoaster of supporting loved ones while building her own career. The conversation dives into why financial literacy matters (especially for women of color), how Savvy Ladies is changing the game by offering free financial advice, and real talk about negotiating those job offers. If you want behind-the-scenes insight on Latinas in finance, family expectations, and breaking the money taboo, this episode is a must-listen. Thank you to Savvy Ladies for supporting Cafe con Pam. Savvy Ladies is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping women take control of their financial future. Check out their free financial helpline at savvyladies.org Check out BMO here Do you want to support our show and get ad-free episodes? Join our Supporters Club here . Follow Edna on all things social: Savvy Ladies Website Free Financial Helpline Budget Calculator Tool Financial Digital Workbook Follow Cafe con Pam on all…
People in this episode
Host: Pam Covarrubias
Guest: Edna Mariñelarena
Topics covered
- financial literacy
- Latinas in finance
- supporting family
- negotiating job offers
- emotional challenges
- women of color
Keywords
- financial floor
- first-generation Latina
- family expectations
- money taboo
- free financial advice
- job offers
- Savvy Ladies
Sponsors
Savvy Ladies
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Savvy Ladies, BMO
Places: Chihuahua, Mexico
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