Whether you're opening your first savings account, planning for retirement, or helping a child learn the value of money, the financial decisions you make today can have a lasting impact. This week, "Arkansas Week" brings together financial professionals and educators from across Arkansas to discuss practical strategies for building financial confidence, protecting your future and preparing the next generation for lifelong financial success.
“Arkansas Week” airs Friday, July 17, at 6 p.m. and is now 1 hour long.
FINANCIAL SECURITY AT ANY AGE
Financial security isn't built through a single decision – it's built over a lifetime. This week, “Arkansas Week” explores how Arkansans can make informed financial decisions at every stage of life, from establishing a strong financial foundation to planning for retirement. The conversation follows the progression of “Build It, Grow It, Protect It, Pass It On,” examining topics such as budgeting, saving, investing, retirement planning, developing healthy financial habits and making choices that align with personal values and long-term goals.
The program also focuses on protecting financial well-being by helping viewers recognize investment fraud, identity theft, scams and other costly mistakes while emphasizing strategies to safeguard themselves and their loved ones. Finally, it looks ahead to the next generation, highlighting the importance of financial literacy through schools, community organizations, and family education, with the goal of equipping young people with the knowledge and confidence to make smart financial decisions throughout their lives.
FEATURED PANELISTS:
Rocklin Senavinin, CFP – Financial Advisor, Fiduciary Wealth Management
Dr. Laura Hendrix – Professor of Personal Finance & Consumer Economics, Accredited Financial Counselor, Family & Consumer Sciences, University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture – Cooperative Extension Service
Michelle Underwood Gass, CPA, CFP, Registered Life Planner – Financial Advisor, Paradigm Advisors
Campbell McLaurin – Deputy Securities Commissioner, Arkansas Securities Department
Kathleen Lawson – Executive Director, Economics Arkansas
HELPFUL RESOURCES
The conversation doesn't end when the program does. These organizations offer free tools, educational materials and programs to help individuals, families, educators and students build financial confidence, avoid fraud and develop lifelong money management skills.
University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture
“Grown Up U” – A financial literacy and life skills program for young adults.
Grown Up U Podcast
Parent & Teacher Resources
Grown Up U Facebook
Captain Cash – A financial education program designed for elementary school-aged children.
Arkansas Securities Department
Education
Grants for Schools
Activities
Investment Fraud Awareness Quiz
Economics Arkansas
Teacher Resources
Stock Market Game
North American Securities Administrators Association
Investor Education Resources
TUNE IN
Watch “Arkansas Week” on Friday, July 17, at 6 p.m. live on broadcast or on YouTube at YouTube.com/@arkansastv.