Welcome Joanne Lopez, VP Market Manager/Women in Business Ambassador at Valley Bank


Alycia Anderson welcomes Joanne Lopez to Pushing Forward with Alycia (www.alyciaanderson.com/podcast) | A Disability Podcast. Joanne shares journey from her early beginnings in Trinidad and Tobago to her notable ascent as a VP Market Manager and Women in Business Ambassador (www.linkedin.com/company/valleybank?trk=public_pro…) . Her story is more than just professional success; it pulls back the layers into overcoming life's obstacles with determination and a deep commitment to financial literacy (corporatefinanceinstitute.com/resources/management…) and education. Joanne shares invaluable insights for anyone looking to make meaningful changes in their own life and in the community around them.
Key Highlights:


🌍 From Trinidad to the US: Adapting to a new culture as a teenager and facing adversity head-on.


📈 From a bank teller to a banking executive: Shattering ceilings and setting new standards in the banking industry.


📚 Advocacy for financial literacy: Joanne’s dedication to educating communities, highlighting her involvement with New Jersey Reentry (insights.valley.com/our-commitment/article/the-pow…) , New Jersey Latino Law Enforcement Coalition (www.insidernj.com/press-release/the-new-jersey-lat…)  and other impactful organizations.
Joanne's Guiding Principle:


"Each day, do something kind; it's how we make a difference." - Joanne Lopez
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