--- title: Disrupting the Financial Boys’ Club description: My Financial Girlfriend is changing the way we talk about money—one shame-free, community-powered workshop at a time. image: https://www.spotlightaroundtown.com/hubfs/363294448_735659458365238_2126374108822004039_n.jpg --- [Go Back Up](https://www.spotlightaroundtown.com/find-your-way-with-spotlight-around-town/disrupting-the-financial-boys-club#top) [Skip to Content](https://www.spotlightaroundtown.com/find-your-way-with-spotlight-around-town/disrupting-the-financial-boys-club#body) [![SpotlightAroundTown-Logo Update - 4-12-2025](https://www.spotlightaroundtown.com/hs-fs/hubfs/SpotlightAroundTown-Logo%20Update%20-%204-12-2025.png?width=250&height=250&name=SpotlightAroundTown-Logo%20Update%20-%204-12-2025.png "SpotlightAroundTown-Logo Update - 4-12-2025")](https://www.spotlightaroundtown.com/) Toggle Menu - [Services](https://www.spotlightaroundtown.com/services) Toggle children for Services Main Menu (Press to Return) > Services - [Jingles - Videos - Avatars](https://www.spotlightaroundtown.com/spotlight-sonic-branding-jingles-and-more) - [About](https://www.spotlightaroundtown.com/about) - [Contact Us](https://www.spotlightaroundtown.com/contact-us) - [Business Directory](https://www.spotlightaroundtown.com/business-directory) Toggle children for Business Directory Main Menu (Press to Return) > Business Directory - [What's Happening? PNW Events](https://www.spotlightaroundtown.com/pnw-events) - Oregon Toggle children for Oregon Business Directory (Press to Return) > Oregon - Art Toggle children for Art Oregon (Press to Return) > Art - [13th Floor Creations](https://www.spotlightaroundtown.com/13th-floor-creations) - Automotive Toggle children for Automotive Oregon (Press to Return) > Automotive - Detailing Toggle children for Detailing Automotive (Press to Return) > Detailing - [Kat's Ultimate Shine](https://www.spotlightaroundtown.com/kats-ultimate-shine-auto-detailing-in-clackamas-county) - Wineries Toggle children for Wineries Oregon (Press to Return) > Wineries - [Buddha Kat Winery](https://www.spotlightaroundtown.com/buddha-kat-winery) - Washington Toggle children for Washington Business Directory (Press to Return) > Washington - Networking Toggle children for Networking Washington (Press to Return) > Networking - [Mary West Network](https://www.spotlightaroundtown.com/the-mary-west-network) - Blog Toggle children for Blog Main Menu (Press to Return) > Blog - [Finding Your Way](https://www.spotlightaroundtown.com/find-your-way-with-spotlight-around-town) - [Get Started](https://www.spotlightaroundtown.com/cascade-visibility-system) - Open Search Search Submit Search Our Latest ## Blog Articles ![](https://www.spotlightaroundtown.com/hs-fs/hubfs/AI-Generated%20Media/Images/Want%20to%20get%20more%20customers%20and%20make%20your%20marketing%20easier%20The%20Spotlight%20Around%20Town%20Marketing%20Checklist%20gives%20you%20simple%20steps%20to%20reach%20the%20right%20people%20set%20clear%20goals%20and%20use%20tools%20like%20social%20media%20and%20email%20to%20grow%20your%20businessgrab%20your%20free%20cop.jpeg?width=700&name=Want%20to%20get%20more%20customers%20and%20make%20your%20marketing%20easier%20The%20Spotlight%20Around%20Town%20Marketing%20Checklist%20gives%20you%20simple%20steps%20to%20reach%20the%20right%20people%20set%20clear%20goals%20and%20use%20tools%20like%20social%20media%20and%20email%20to%20grow%20your%20businessgrab%20your%20free%20cop.jpeg) September 7, 2026 | Marketing ### [From Information to Intention: How the Purpose of a Website Changed](https://www.spotlightaroundtown.com/find-your-way-with-spotlight-around-town/from-information-to-intention-how-the-purpose-of-a-website-changed) ![](https://www.spotlightaroundtown.com/hs-fs/hubfs/862b1d1e-9c6d-49d2-8442-bf7ac9ac2d19.jpg?width=700&name=862b1d1e-9c6d-49d2-8442-bf7ac9ac2d19.jpg) March 10, 2026 | Community ### [Your Yes Filled Life with Brenda Winkle](https://www.spotlightaroundtown.com/find-your-way-with-spotlight-around-town/your-yes-filled-life-with-brenda-winkle) ![](https://www.spotlightaroundtown.com/hs-fs/hubfs/632456870_947525327631847_1882438150883731192_n.jpg?width=700&name=632456870_947525327631847_1882438150883731192_n.jpg) February 19, 2026 | Community ### [Color, Confidence, and Consignment: Inside Curvy Chic Closet](https://www.spotlightaroundtown.com/find-your-way-with-spotlight-around-town/color-confidence-and-consignment-inside-curvy-chic-closet) Share article [mailto:?subject=Disrupting%20the%20Financial%20Boys%E2%80%99%20Club&body=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.spotlightaroundtown.com%2Ffind-your-way-with-spotlight-around-town%2Fdisrupting-the-financial-boys-club](mailto:?subject=Disrupting%20the%20Financial%20Boys%E2%80%99%20Club&body=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.spotlightaroundtown.com%2Ffind-your-way-with-spotlight-around-town%2Fdisrupting-the-financial-boys-club)   ### Disrupting the Financial Boys’ Club — One Laugh, One Learning Lab, One Life-Changing Plan at a Time #### An Interview with Lisa Brumm, CEO of My Financial Girlfriend ![Lisa](https://www.spotlightaroundtown.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Lisa.jpg?width=534&height=538&name=Lisa.jpg) Community Conversations - Lisa Brum MFG 21:59   What if learning about money felt like hanging out with a girlfriend who *gets it*—and who happens to be a powerhouse financial expert? That’s exactly the experience Lisa Brumm brings to the table. As the founder and CEO of **My Financial Girlfriend**, Lisa is on a mission to make money approachable, accessible, and even (gasp!) fun—especially for women, BIPOC communities, and LGBTQ+ individuals who have long been overlooked in traditional financial spaces. We caught up with Lisa to talk about her newest initiatives, the importance of community-based money education, and how she’s turning everyday financial literacy into a movement. ### From the Pearl District to Pandemic Pivots Before COVID, Lisa was juggling it all—running a physical office in Portland’s Pearl District, hosting community movie nights and cooking classes, and supporting clients through one-on-one consulting. When the pandemic hit, she did what so many women entrepreneurs did: she recalibrated. With her team’s blessing, Lisa embraced a solo path, leaning deeper into her calling. That’s when the seeds for her now-thriving **GF Talks Learning Lab** were planted. ### The Learning Lab: Netflix for Your Money Imagine a safe space where anyone—yes, *anyone*—can ask “embarrassing” money questions without judgment. That’s what the Learning Lab offers. For just $11 a month, members gain access to a library of bite-sized financial workshops covering everything from budgeting basics to debt payoff hacks. “It’s like Netflix for your money,” Lisa says, with a laugh. “We make it educational, a little entertaining, and totally shame-free.” Topics are built around real life: paying off debt, handling uneven income, understanding 401(k)s, even why women pay more for deodorant—and how that ripples into long-term financial inequity. Lisa is determined to bring these conversations into the light. ### “No Shame Zone” Conversations Lisa is bold in her critique of the financial industry—and with good reason. “Only 24% of financial advisors in the U.S. are women. And the systems aren’t designed for the rest of us,” she says. Her approach? Community education. Humor. Real talk. She creates “no shame zones” where people can ask anything, feel seen, and walk away with a plan. And it works. Lisa shared one of her favorite success stories—helping a woman in her 30s pay off $45,000 in credit card debt while finding $400 in monthly cash flow *without* sacrificing her lifestyle. They laughed, they cried, they celebrated. “It’s like solving a Rubik’s Cube,” Lisa explained. “One little twist can unlock everything.” ### What’s Next for My Financial Girlfriend Lisa’s entrepreneurial spirit isn’t slowing down anytime soon. Upcoming expansions include: - **Expert Series:** Featuring attorneys and tax pros to tackle wills, trusts, tax code changes, and legacy planning—state by state. - **New Workshop Topics:** Covering everything from self-employment finances to generational wealth. - **A Financial Coloring Book:** Yes, really. This creative new tool will help families learn financial basics together, one fun page at a time. Whether you're curious about investing or just trying to stop dreading your bank statement, Lisa and her team are building the community you’ve been missing. ### Final Word Lisa Brumm isn’t just teaching people about money—she’s flipping the script entirely. With heart, humor, and hard-earned wisdom, **My Financial Girlfriend** is more than a business—it’s a movement. Ready to learn more or join the Learning Lab? Visit: myfinancialgirlfriend.com ![Lisa Brumm - My Financial Girlfriend](https://45792589.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/45792589/hubfs/363294448_735659458365238_2126374108822004039_n.jpg?width=1200&length=1200&name=363294448_735659458365238_2126374108822004039_n.jpg) Lisa shared one of her favorite success stories—helping a woman in her 30s pay off $45,000 in credit card debt while finding $400 in monthly cash flow *without* sacrificing her lifestyle. They laughed, they cried, they celebrated. “It’s like solving a Rubik’s Cube,” Lisa explained. “One little twist can unlock everything.” ![Approachabe Finances](https://45792589.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/45792589/hubfs/482119356_1094784399119407_6722881602657930527_n.jpg?width=1200&length=1200&name=482119356_1094784399119407_6722881602657930527_n.jpg) What would it be like to have a financial consultant available to you whenever you had a question or seeking a financial strategy? Money & Finances Simple? Fun, Effortless, & Educational Workshops every week @ Only $11 per month! [https://app.moonclerk.com/pay/51r2v6aeek58](https://app.moonclerk.com/pay/51r2v6aeek58?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBEwTzZ0NWY4dlY3WWdJVzd4YQEeuFbmLFnXCGCVQuxF_gXLHrzfWXKJ57nxuVINYo-4Dm6kq55zGLTebqYcmJI_aem_ykEHNpEeJ0HbS5JWL53_cA) ![Lisa Brumm is My Financial Grilfriend](https://45792589.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/45792589/hubfs/484147172_1103136968284150_6342046131424737635_n.jpg?width=1200&length=1200&name=484147172_1103136968284150_6342046131424737635_n.jpg) Come and meet a Financial Girlfriend when you are ready to Money like you mean it! For $11/mo, please come & join our online weekly Money Learning Labs & 2nd Tues each month [#GFTalks](https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/gftalks?__eep__=6&__cft__[0]=AZVw-OmlN4eGqxak-R4CmAChv4_9vWIulz_l2uSYteemW3UIAZVVDwzVnftcsSNw_plzMMlPFNy69TIjOKePhIQCMZy3D4rd4hKBLYzqINYuRBydTpwgZWJ71gIZB2u-4KfhoS5yLzJ4cdunzhJSKRYf&__tn__=*NK-R) Inspirational Networking! Enroll TODAY! [https://app.moonclerk.com/pay/51r2v6aeek58](https://app.moonclerk.com/pay/51r2v6aeek58?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBEwTzZ0NWY4dlY3WWdJVzd4YQEenkHdMbT7eilZC452owqdqqnm_Zm0yU4gd_y0lR2kT9hqGKbnAhG3zAnWGbE_aem_17B7VfFUcCirlVZ2s8A6VQ) ![Lisa Brumm - Adulting](https://45792589.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/45792589/hubfs/515504462_1207366811194498_102590565617798567_n.jpg?width=1200&length=1200&name=515504462_1207366811194498_102590565617798567_n.jpg) Book complimentary time with a Financial Girlfriend Graduate to get your Purpose Plan started Today! [https://myfinancialgirlfriend.as.me/30-min-discovery](https://myfinancialgirlfriend.as.me/30-min-discovery?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBEwTzZ0NWY4dlY3WWdJVzd4YQEe9Qn-32Ohl9sLJaNFpYhg9HGVaHCCqd6EN_pHOh_lTeUiy_-jM35xLr7Ihyk_aem_m4gc9QozHRxhtJwvrd_dXA) ### Ready to Transform your Business with Little Effort Using Vertical? [Get Started](https://www.example.com) ![](https://app.hubspot.com/settings/avatar/b6f51cdcc894456fcb833bead6dac4aa) [mailto:sherry@spotlightaroundtown.com](mailto:sherry@spotlightaroundtown.com) ###### Sherry Merideth She’s a builder of bridges, a champion of DEI, and a storyteller who makes businesses feel seen, valued, and rooted in purpose. If your brand has a heartbeat and a mission, Sherry’s your megaphone. You May Like These ## Related Articles ![](https://www.spotlightaroundtown.com/hs-fs/hubfs/632456870_947525327631847_1882438150883731192_n.jpg?width=700&name=632456870_947525327631847_1882438150883731192_n.jpg) ### [Color, Confidence, and Consignment: Inside Curvy Chic Closet](https://www.spotlightaroundtown.com/find-your-way-with-spotlight-around-town/color-confidence-and-consignment-inside-curvy-chic-closet) ![](https://www.spotlightaroundtown.com/hs-fs/hubfs/AI-Generated%20Media/Images/Want%20to%20get%20more%20customers%20and%20make%20your%20marketing%20easier%20The%20Spotlight%20Around%20Town%20Marketing%20Checklist%20gives%20you%20simple%20steps%20to%20reach%20the%20right%20people%20set%20clear%20goals%20and%20use%20tools%20like%20social%20media%20and%20email%20to%20grow%20your%20businessgrab%20your%20free%20cop.jpeg?width=700&name=Want%20to%20get%20more%20customers%20and%20make%20your%20marketing%20easier%20The%20Spotlight%20Around%20Town%20Marketing%20Checklist%20gives%20you%20simple%20steps%20to%20reach%20the%20right%20people%20set%20clear%20goals%20and%20use%20tools%20like%20social%20media%20and%20email%20to%20grow%20your%20businessgrab%20your%20free%20cop.jpeg) ### [From Information to Intention: How the Purpose of a Website Changed](https://www.spotlightaroundtown.com/find-your-way-with-spotlight-around-town/from-information-to-intention-how-the-purpose-of-a-website-changed) ![](https://www.spotlightaroundtown.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screenshot%202026-02-11%20133821.png?width=700&name=Screenshot%202026-02-11%20133821.png) ### [Healing Isn’t a Trend — It’s a Skill: Joanna Wiley on Safe Container, Grief, and Coming Back to Yourself](https://www.spotlightaroundtown.com/find-your-way-with-spotlight-around-town/heartmountainwellness) [![ChatGPT Image Apr 11, 2025, 03_49_58 PM](https://www.spotlightaroundtown.com/hs-fs/hubfs/ChatGPT%20Image%20Apr%2011%2c%202025%2c%2003_49_58%20PM.png?width=180&height=180&name=ChatGPT%20Image%20Apr%2011%2c%202025%2c%2003_49_58%20PM.png "ChatGPT Image Apr 11, 2025, 03_49_58 PM")](https://spotlightaroundtown.com/logo) - [Our Services](https://www.spotlightaroundtown.com/services) - [About](https://www.spotlightaroundtown.com/about) - Blog - [Contact Us](https://www.spotlightaroundtown.com/contact-us) --- ♥Spotlight Around Town All rights reserved. [Legal Notice](https://www.example.com) | [Privacy Policy](https://www.example.com) | [Site Map](https://www.example.com) ```json { "@context" : "https://schema.org", "@type" : "BlogPosting", "author" : { "@type" : "Person", "name" : "Sherry Merideth", "url" : "https://www.spotlightaroundtown.com/find-your-way-with-spotlight-around-town/author/sherry-merideth" }, "dateModified" : "2025-08-06T03:24:11.350Z", "datePublished" : "2025-08-05T23:02:10.000Z", "headline" : "Disrupting the Financial Boys’ Club", "image" : [ "https://www.spotlightaroundtown.com/hubfs/363294448_735659458365238_2126374108822004039_n.jpg" ], "mainEntityOfPage" : { "@id" : "https://www.spotlightaroundtown.com/find-your-way-with-spotlight-around-town/disrupting-the-financial-boys-club", "@type" : "WebPage" }, "publisher" : { "@type" : "Organization", "logo" : { "@type" : "ImageObject", "url" : "https://www.spotlightaroundtown.com/hubfs/ChatGPT%20Image%20Apr%2011%2c%202025%2c%2003_49_58%20PM-1.png" }, "name" : "Spotlight Around Town" } } ``` ```json { "@context" : "https://schema.org", "@type" : "Organization", "address" : { "@type" : "PostalAddress", "addressCountry" : "US", "addressLocality" : "Molalla", "addressRegion" : "OR", "postalCode" : "97038", "streetAddress" : "723 Garden Ct" }, "areaServed" : [ { "@type" : "Place", "name" : "Oregon" }, { "@type" : "Place", "name" : "Washington" } ], "contactPoint" : { "@type" : "ContactPoint", "contactType" : "Customer Service", "email" : "info@spotlightaroundtown.com" }, "description" : "Spotlight Around Town increases business visibility across Oregon and Washington with digital marketing, local promotions, and authentic brand storytelling.", "logo" : "https://www.spotlightaroundtown.com/images/logo.png", "name" : "Spotlight Around Town", "sameAs" : [ "https://www.facebook.com/SpotlightAroundTown/", "https://www.instagram.com/spotlightaroundtown/", "https://www.linkedin.com/company/spotlight-around-town" ], "url" : "https://www.spotlightaroundtown.com/" } ``` ```json { ...your schema JSON... } ```