While we’ve made progress in women’s financial well-being over the past 50 years, a significant gap persists.
It’s time to accelerate our efforts and truly empower women as business owners, decision-makers, and drivers of change.
Consider these stark realities:
- Representation Disparity: Only one-third of client-facing roles in advisory firms are held by women, while they dominate administrative and operational positions.
- Stagnant Growth: The percentage of female Certified Financial Planners (CFPs) has barely budged since 2013, remaining at a mere 23.5%.
- Persistent Pay Gap: In the RIA industry, men’s average base salary exceeds women’s by nearly $50,000.
- Training and Cultural Barriers: 70% of women advisors struggle to find firms that meet their unique training needs and cultural expectations.
These stats reflect the financial services industry—but the underlying struggle is universal. Across industries, women who own and operate their businesses often face similar challenges: unequal pay, limited access to mentorship, and a system that wasn’t built with them in mind.
Yet, women’s economic power has never been greater:
- Women control over 50% of U.S. personal wealth and influence trillions in investable assets, with projections reaching $30 trillion by 2030.
- Women own 42% of all businesses in the US, employing 9.4 million workers and generating $1.9 trillion annually.
- They are primary breadwinners in over half of U.S. households and drive the vast majority of consumer purchasing decisions.
These contrasting truths underscore the urgent need for transformative change.
It’s time to close the gap—not only in financial services but also for all women building businesses, managing wealth, and creating impact in their communities.
Because financial clarity isn’t just about money—it’s about freedom, choices, and building something that lasts.
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Female Representation among CFP® Professionals
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Women advisors that report challenges with cultural firm fit
Wage Gap: Average Base Salary
- Men – $140,617 100%
- Women – $91,419 60%
The Future is Female
For two decades, I’ve been at the forefront of change by challenging conventional conversations about women, money, and power.
Now, I welcome you to embark on this transformative journey with me in one of two ways:
Coaching for Women Professionals
Tap into and acknowledge your true value with my tailored private and group coaching programs.
Discover how to communicate your inherent worth to prospects, clients, and leadership so you can sell your services in an authentic and empowered way.
Consulting for Wealth Management Firms
Organizations dedicated to reshaping the landscape of women in wealth management, I’m here to support you.
Let’s collaborate to make a lasting impact on your firm, attracting and retaining more female leaders while delivering enhanced services to women clients.
Breaking Money Silence, 2nd Edition
Breaking Money Silence: How to Shatter Taboos, Talk More Openly about Finance, and Live a Richer Life equips you with the practical tools needed to navigate difficult conversations and future-proof your finances. Using real life stories and Money Talk Challenges, Kingsbury coaches you (and your trusted advisor) to take action.
You’ll walk away with:
- A roadmap for talking to your loved ones
- Proven strategies to resolve financial conflicts
- Tips for discussing finances with aging parents
- Confidence-building negotiating tactics
This new edition includes a bonus chapter, “How to Unleash Your True Value and Earn More,” that empowers you to overcome underearning, negotiate better pay, and harness the power of your mindset to break your money silence at work.
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Checklist: Communicate Your Value with Confidence
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