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Don Fulton

My name is Don Fulton.  My personal pronouns are he/him/his.  I wear two hats (among others). One as a Lutheran Clergy (retired but always On Call) and one as a Financial Coach. I am on the Association for Financial Counseling and Planning Education (AFCPE) Board of Directors. In 2024 I... Read More >

Rachael DeLeon

Too often, New Year’s resolutions focus on what we want to do less of – spend less time on the cell phone, work less on weekends, eat less sugar. Don’t get me wrong, these are solid, healthy goals. And in a society that embraces more, it can feel refreshing to... Read More >

Alex Embree, M.Ed., AFC®

My first boss shared a piece of professional wisdom with me fifteen years ago, following my first conference attendance, which sticks with me to this day. As a new professional, I wasn't quite sure what was expected of a person after attending a conference, and I feared I couldn’t make... Read More >

Meghan McInnes, AFC®, FFC®, FBS®

Fall 2023 was my first semester teaching a college course, and I was very intentional with every course design decision I made, including the book selection. My goal was to find an accessible, easily readable, cost-friendly book with excellent content. After reviewing several options, I determined the “Psychology of Financial... Read More >

April Berggren-Batts

Adults feel a lot of emotions when it comes to money. Often children assimilate their feelings about money to their parents’ feelings about money. Money affects everything even if it is spoken about infrequently. As an adult, it is important to analyze how you feel about money and why. Does... Read More >

AFCPE

What did our 2023 Task Forces get accomplished in 2023? Let's take a look! Task forces exist to carry out the activities of the Association and are vital to its continued existence. All current AFCPE Members are encouraged to become active in task forces, and a prerequisite to serving on... Read More >

Prince Bosompim and Catherine Komen

Introduction  While undoubtedly transformative, college life comes with its share of challenges, and among the most pressing is the financial burden students face. According to Hrynowski and Marken (2023), a recent survey reveals that 66% and 51% of college students report experiencing stress and worry, respectively, mainly due to their personal... Read More >

Stories have the power to connect, to inspire, to create impact, and to promote change. They take us beyond the numbers, bringing data and impact to life. As an organization, our mission is to positively impact the financial well-being of all people by ensuring the highest standards of financial counseling,... Read More >

Andi Wrenn, AFCPE® Board President

In this article, let's shift our focus away from the past and dive headfirst into the exciting developments taking place at AFCPE. The year has been brimming with positive changes, and it's essential to encourage your participation in these exciting endeavors. AFCPE has embarked on a journey towards growth, implementing... Read More >

Meghan McInnes, AFC®, FFC®, FBS®

The AFCPE® Research & Training Symposium is my favorite annual holiday that isn’t a real holiday. I’ll explain. On Thanksgiving, for example, one may go to a relative’s house to celebrate over delicious food, visit with family members they don’t see daily, get family member activity updates and share what’s... Read More >

Tess M. Jackson, AFC ® Candidate

The Black Girl's Guide to Financial Freedom by Dr. Paris Woods is a rare read offering financial strategies specifically for African-American women. A first-generation Harvard graduate, Woods had a humble familial financial background. She, like most readers, learned financial lessons through trial and error. As a result, this book is... Read More >

April Berggren-Batts

Do you remember your first memories connected to banking? When I was a child, the bank meant I would get a lollipop. This was a huge deal because my family did not keep candy in our house. Candy was a luxury not commonly in the budget. While I was observing... Read More >