A Message From FWA President Annette Stewart

September 18, 2024

Dear FWA Community,


I hope your fall is off to a productive start! I am currently reading The Productive Perfectionist by FWA Member Kathryn Mayer and invite you to join me for an engaging virtual discussion with the author on September 24th. This is a unique opportunity to explore how perfectionism can fuel productivity in both your personal and professional life—don’t miss it! Click here to register!


As your FWA president, I am focused on continuing to build and strengthen our organization, members and partners through great content and networking opportunities. If you are a regular reader of our news and not yet a member, now is the perfect time! Click here to explore individual membership, or learn more about becoming a corporate partner. I have gained so much from my FWA community during my many years as a member, and I encourage you to experience it, too.


Our recent Economic Outlook Panel, hosted by RGP, gave great insights into where we are today and important factors to consider as we approach 2025. The FWA remains committed to delivering relevant content that benefits you as an individual, a professional, and your company!



Looking ahead, I am excited about our upcoming AI Summit hosted by Deloitte. Mark your calendars for October 15-16th and be sure to share this exciting opportunity with your colleagues! Register now! I look forward to seeing you there!


Sincerely,
Annette Stewart
FWA President, 2023-25

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As we mark FWA’s 70th anniversary, we are honored to recognize Betsy Werley for her contributions to the FWA community. Betsy will receive the 2026 FWA Mentorship Impact Award at the FWA's 70th Anniversary Gala . Please join us on October 8 as we honor Betsy and the legacy of leadership and mentorship that has shaped FWA for the past seventy years.

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As we mark FWA’s 70th anniversary, we are honored to recognize Joan Shapiro Green for her contributions to the FWA community. Joan will receive the 2026 FWA Leadership Impact Award at the FWA's 70th Anniversary Gala . Please join us on October 8 as we honor Joan and the legacy of leadership and mentorship that has shaped FWA for the past seventy years.

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The FWA is pleased to share that Caroline Gundeck will be honored as the 2026 Financial Services Woman of the Year at the FWA's 70th Anniversary Gala on October 8, 2026. Caroline Gundeck is a Managing Director and Head of Client and Field Engagement for Morgan Stanley Wealth Management. In her role, Caroline is responsible for strategically connecting Financial Advisors and their clients and prospects to all key areas of the Firm to showcase the strength and depth of the Firm’s vast resources. She proactively focuses on UHNW clients’ needs across all segments and identifies customized and comprehensive solutions to deepen client relationships.

Announcing Our 2026 Private Sector Woman of the Year

September 21, 2026
The FWA is pleased to share that Stephanie Ruhle will be honored as the 2026 Private Sector Woman of the Year at the FWA's 70th Anniversary Gala on October 8, 2026. Stephanie Ruhle is the host of MS NOW’s Money Power Politics with Stephanie Ruhle and serves as MS NOW’s Senior Business Analyst, appearing across all linear, digital, and social platforms. Ruhle is known for her business acumen, hard-hitting style, original reporting, and for bringing humanity to her news coverage. She is also the co-host of the live, weekly Q&A show, “ Velshi & Ruhle: Full Disclosure ,” part of the MS NOW Membership. Ruhle has interviewed leaders in politics, business, entertainment, and sports ranging from President Biden to Stephen Curry, from Jamie Dimon to Jamie Lee Curtis. As a Wall Street veteran, she is known for bringing her business acumen and hard-hitting style to high-profile interviews, for her original reporting, and for bringing humanity into her news coverage.
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