Julia Wright 
Q: What experiences or influences have shaped your passion for financial and economic education? A combination of my work experience where I have entrepreneurs who make millions selling their business alongside couples who spent below their means and became multi-millionaires. Contrasting that with hearing/seeing the horror stories in articles and talk radio where 50% of … Read more
Not far removed from first arriving in the United States from China, Elena Zee was a Columbia Business School graduate student working towards her master’s degree in economics when she realized that she wasn’t set up for financial success. “I had my first job and I started earning income, living on my own and had … Read more
ACEE and Luke AFB partnered to deliver financial literacy lessons to military families in honor of the Month of the Military Child and Financial Literacy Month. GLENDALE, AZ, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ — Glendale, AZ – April 2025** — In celebration of the Month of the Military Child and Financial Literacy Month, the … Read more
Rooted in Purpose, Growing in Impact: Welcoming Kris Anest as ACEE’s New Board Chair Kris has been a longtime supporter of ACEE as a teacher, board member, and corporate partner. Her affiliation with ACEE began in 2004 as a teacher feeding her passion promoting financial literacy among Arizona students. She moved from teaching to work … Read more
Nearly 2,000 students statewide boost financial literacy, excel in ACEE competitions, and prove Arizona’s future is financially bright and capable. Attending the Arizona Personal Finance Challenge has been an inspiring experience. Witnessing students eagerly engage in financial literacy and prepare for their future is truly rewarding…”— Maria Fisher, VP, Distribution ExcellenceMESA, AZ, UNITED STATES, April … Read more
Tariffs, market swings, and financial decisions aren’t the first topics you’d think junior high and high-schoolers would be experts on, but a group of young people spent Friday proving they are! Nearly 2,000 students took part in the State Finals of the Economics Challenge and Personal Finance Challenge in Mesa. Some of the brightest teens … Read more
Q: What experiences or influences have shaped your passion for financial and economic education? Financial literacy wasn’t taught at the schools I attended. I really had to do a lot of learning on my own by trial and error, making many expensive mistakes, and ultimately seeking out economic education on my own when I realized … Read more
Arizona Students Compete for National Titles in Economics & Finance, Showcasing Financial Literacy and Economic Education as a Key to Future Success. MESA, AZ, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ — Rising to the Challenge: Preparing the Next Generation for Financial Success In today’s uncertain economic landscape, financial literacy has never been more critical. The Arizona … Read more
Unlock the door to financial literacy with our compelling conversation with Teresa Mungai, the Director of Education Services and Impact at the Arizona Council on Economic Education. Financial literacy has never been more essential for students navigating complex economic realities. April is Financial Literacy Month, bringing forth vital conversations about money management and economic choices … Read more
Honoring Julie Jakubek: A Legacy of Leadership and Service in Financial Education We are incredibly grateful for Julie Jakubek’s unwavering dedication and service to the Arizona Council on Economic Education. Since 2010, Julie has been a driving force in promoting financial literacy among Arizona students. As she wraps up her tenure as Board Chair, we … Read more
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