Talaya Scott
CEO | Keynote | Author | Professor at FIIT Perspective
Women Empowerment
Education: Concordia University, DBA | Keller Graduate School of Management, MS - Cardinal Stritch University, BS MIS
Milwaukee, WI, USA
Biography
Talaya is a dynamic public speaker, entrepreneur, and educator with a proven track record of empowering others through financial literacy. As the visionary behind FIIT Perspective, she has established herself as an accomplished accountant, published author, and esteemed professor, demonstrating a relentless commitment to excellence across all her endeavors.
Talaya's passion for financial literacy is not just a career—it's a calling. Her work as an accounting professor, where she mentors the next generation, alongside her engaging speaking engagements and entrepreneurial ventures, reflects her dedication to uplifting communities and guiding individuals toward financial wellness.
Her story is one of resilience, achievement, and unwavering dedication to service. Talaya doesn't just inspire; she transforms. Her leadership and determination make her an invaluable asset to any organization seeking to make a meaningful impact today.
Origin Story
Growing up, my family wasn’t wealthy, so I wasn’t exposed to financial literacy through my family, friends, or education. Financial ignorance set in. After graduation, I used what little information I did have to determine my livelihood. Yet, budgeting, financial management and understand credit were not part of my daily life and like most young people, I made mistakes. This created a cyclical trend of making bad financial decisions again and again.
I was determined to figure this out, so I went back to school to study accounting since I was always a numbers person. My need for knowledge didn’t stop there; I went to seminars and read all the books I could to figure out how to turn this cycle around.
This is why I founded FIIT Perspective, a financial literacy and consulting firm. My core purpose is to provide financial freedom through education, targeting both small businesses and individuals. I want to find the most efficient and effective way to achieve my client’s goals.
I wrote a book, “So I Graduated Now What?” to create a comprehensive, all-inclusive, real-life guide through the most common financial issues that many young adults face, based on my own experience as a single mother of three, trying to figure out life in financial management.
My love for mastery led me to obtain my master's, and I am working to complete my PhD. I teach accounting and financial literacy in many community college programs in my area, and I have developed my own coursework, which I offer through FIIT Perspective.
All of these experiences have led me to speak so that I can share my story and experience on a larger stage – literally, reach more people and change lives. Because it’s not about building wealth, it’s about a wealthy life.
Example talks
The Wealth Effect
This is a roadmap to financial independence. Meet Talaya Scott, CEO, Keynote, Author, and educator. Talaya shares her personal experiences of gaining financial literacy and reversing generational poverty, building a framework for others seeking financial wealth. Her down-to-earth approach and real-world strategies will help anyone seeking to take their personal finances to the next level. If Talaya can do it than so can anyone else.
Small Business, Big Profits
As the CEO of FIIT Perspectives, Talaya knows from personal experience how to create a successful business. She uses a step-by-step approach to build a unique strategy for any business owner searching for financial growth.
Corporate Financial Wellness & Productivity
Talaya speaks on building financial awareness for better decision-making at work. Too often, financial burdens have stifled the creativity, productivity, and morale of corporate employees. Financially confident employees are more engaged, more productive, and better decision makers.
I am willing to travel
More than 100 miles
When it comes to payments
Everything is negotiable
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Origin Story
Growing up, my family wasn’t wealthy, so I wasn’t exposed to financial literacy through my family, friends, or education. Financial ignorance set in. After graduation, I used what little information I did have to determine my livelihood. Yet, budgeting, financial management and understand credit were not part of my daily life and like most young people, I made mistakes. This created a cyclical trend of making bad financial decisions again and again.
I was determined to figure this out, so I went back to school to study accounting since I was always a numbers person. My need for knowledge didn’t stop there; I went to seminars and read all the books I could to figure out how to turn this cycle around.
This is why I founded FIIT Perspective, a financial literacy and consulting firm. My core purpose is to provide financial freedom through education, targeting both small businesses and individuals. I want to find the most efficient and effective way to achieve my client’s goals.
I wrote a book, “So I Graduated Now What?” to create a comprehensive, all-inclusive, real-life guide through the most common financial issues that many young adults face, based on my own experience as a single mother of three, trying to figure out life in financial management.
My love for mastery led me to obtain my master's, and I am working to complete my PhD. I teach accounting and financial literacy in many community college programs in my area, and I have developed my own coursework, which I offer through FIIT Perspective.
All of these experiences have led me to speak so that I can share my story and experience on a larger stage – literally, reach more people and change lives. Because it’s not about building wealth, it’s about a wealthy life.
Example talks
The Wealth Effect
This is a roadmap to financial independence. Meet Talaya Scott, CEO, Keynote, Author, and educator. Talaya shares her personal experiences of gaining financial literacy and reversing generational poverty, building a framework for others seeking financial wealth. Her down-to-earth approach and real-world strategies will help anyone seeking to take their personal finances to the next level. If Talaya can do it than so can anyone else.
Small Business, Big Profits
As the CEO of FIIT Perspectives, Talaya knows from personal experience how to create a successful business. She uses a step-by-step approach to build a unique strategy for any business owner searching for financial growth.
Corporate Financial Wellness & Productivity
Talaya speaks on building financial awareness for better decision-making at work. Too often, financial burdens have stifled the creativity, productivity, and morale of corporate employees. Financially confident employees are more engaged, more productive, and better decision makers.