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The Compelling Business Case for Advancing Women into Leadership



By Linda Basch, PhD, President, National Council for Research on Women


I recently tuned into a forum on reform in the financial sector organized by 85 Broads. It was reaffirming to hear women experts outline their well-developed views on the proposed Consumer Financial Protection Agency. Unsurprisingly, women are playing key roles in so many of today’s critical discussions around reform and regulation. The speakers included Elizabeth Vale...

Troy A. Mooyoung Recognizes Diversity As An Asset When Building A Financial Advisory Business



Troy A. Mooyoung is a Senior Vice President, Branch Manager of the LaSalle Street office in Chicago, IL. He works closely with the Chicago Regional Management team to recruit and develop new Financial Advisors and maintain Morgan Stanley Smith Barney's commitment to diversity. Previously, Troy was the Regional Business Development Manager based in Chicago where he supervised a team of Complex Business Development Officers.

Mooyoung started out...

Using A Combination Of Instinct & Training, Sheila Terry Cromwell Has Built A Very Successful Business



Industry veteran Sheila Terry Cromwell joined Morgan Stanley Smith Barney in August, 2008. She was a trailblazer for women not only in the financial services industry, but in other industries, as well. She talked to us about her background, the importance of good client communication, and why she loves her work as a Financial Advisor.

How did you get started in the profession?
I got started in the financial services profession quite by accident, ...