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FinServ Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to fostering talent in the financial services sector, is delighted to announce the appointment of three esteemed professionals to its advisory board: Ashley Hardaway, Dr. Efthymia Antonoudi, and Dr. Terrance K. Martin.
"FinServ Foundation is thrilled to welcome such great intellectual firepower to our advisory board,” said Jamie Hopkins, President at FinServ Foundation. “Their individual work in empowering people in the early years of their careers will support our mission to nurture the next generation of leaders in financial services."
FinServ Foundation specializes in providing coaching, mentorship, and scholarships to empower individuals entering the financial services field. With a focus on education and professional growth, the foundation actively collaborates with more than 30 colleges and universities, impacting the lives of more than 400 FinServ Fellows. FinServ also covers trips to conferences for these students, sending more than 200 students to conferences in the past year. This initiative not only broadens their exposure to industry trends but also fosters connections that are integral to their future success.
Ashley Hardaway is Wealth Advisor at Alexander Legacy Private Wealth in Southfield, Mich. Hardaway has an impressive history in the wealth management field and was named to the 50 Under 50 list by the Association of African American Financial Advisors in 2021. Hardaway holds Series 6, 7, 63 and 66 securities registrations. A graduate of Augustana College, her finance career began more than 15 years ago.
Dr. Efthymia Antonoudi serves as an Assistant Professor and the Undergraduate Coordinator for all Financial Planning, Housing, and Consumer Economics majors and minors at the University of Georgia. She received a B.S. in Accounting and Finance from the University of Macedonia in Greece, an M.B.A. and Master's in Professional Accountancy from Georgia State University, and a Ph.D. in Personal Financial Planning from Kansas State University. Dr. Antonoudi is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®). She has more than 10 years of experience in business – in financial consulting, marketing, accounting, auditing, and, most recently, international tax consulting. She has also worked with the Executive MBA Program at Georgia State University.
Dr. Terrance K. Martin is Associate Professor and Director of the Center of Excellence in Financial Services at Winston-Salem State University, where he specializes in financial literacy and economic well-being. With a Ph.D. in Personal Financial Planning, he has led impactful programs, secured major grants, and authored research featured in Forbes. Originally from St. Kitts and Nevis, he is dedicated to empowering underserved communities through financial education.
The addition of Hardaway, Antonoudi, and Martin reflects FinServ Foundation's commitment to ensuring a mission-driven and impactful leadership team. They join current and former advisory board members and leadership, including Anna N'Jie-Konte, Danny Harvey, Brian Money, Denise Sprung, Dr. David Rhoiney, Bonnie Treichel, Michaela Jungbluth, Kellan Brown, Dr. Craig Lemoine, JaQ Campbell, Dr. Preston Cherry, Kate Healy, Michael Lane, and Jamie Hopkins.
For more information about FinServ Foundation and its programs, please visit www.FinServFoundation.org
About FinServ Foundation
FinServ Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals to excel in the financial services sector. Through coaching, mentorships, and scholarships, the foundation actively supports aspiring professionals and fosters a community committed to excellence. With partnerships across 30 colleges and universities, FinServ Foundation continues to make a lasting impact on the future leaders of the financial services industry. Visit www.finservfoundation.org or email president@finservfoundation.org for more information.
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