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Anna Orenstein-Cardona

Certified Financial Educator (CFEI) | Wealth Coach | Author
Wear Your Money Crown

Anna Orenstein-Cardona, a Puerto Rican native and NFEC-certified financial educator and author, is the founder of Wear Your Money Crown®. Armed with a Bachelor of Science degree in Brain & Cognitive Sciences from MIT, Anna boasts over two decades of senior leadership roles on Wall Street and in the City of London.

Committed to reshaping financial education, Anna challenges the conventional wisdom of a one-size-fits-all approach. Her mission is to provide a holistic perspective on financial empowerment, going beyond technicalities to address money mindsets, cultural nuances, and the diverse experiences of individuals, with a particular focus on women and people of color.

Anna's deep understanding spans the intricacies of financial systems on both sides of the Atlantic, providing a global perspective that enriches her strategic approach to financial education and empowerment. Fluent in both Spanish and English, she possesses a unique proficiency that allows her to expertly craft bespoke, educational, engaging, and inclusive solutions tailored for both corporate entities and educational institutions.

Beyond finance, she is also a published children's author. Her debut book, The Tree of Hope, earned a prestigious SLJ star and was recognized as a 'Best Children’s Book of the Year – 2023 edition' by Bank Street College of Education.

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