JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT, CONNECTICUT STATE TREASURER’S OFFICE, AND BANK OF AMERICA TO HOST NATIONAL FINANCIAL AWARENESS DAY PANEL ON AUGUST 14

08/11/2025

JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT, CONNECTICUT STATE TREASURER'S OFFICE, AND BANK OF AMERICA TO HOST NATIONAL FINANCIAL AWARENESS DAY PANEL ON AUGUST 14

HARTFORD, Connecticut - Today, Junior Achievement of Southwest New England, the Office of the Connecticut State Treasurer, and Bank of America announced a special panel discussion in honor of National Financial Awareness Day, taking place on Thursday, August 14, 2025, at the JA office in Hartford.

This free, in-person event will bring together local leaders, educators, and students to explore key financial topics such as early money management, first-time financial decisions, Connecticut's economic outlook, the rise of FinTech, and how to better prepare young people for long-term financial success.

Featured Panelists:

• The Honorable Erick Russell, Connecticut State Treasurer

• Joe Gianni, president, Bank of America Greater Hartford

• Akilah Franklin, Educator, Weaver High School

• Trinity and Cole, Junior Achievement Student Leaders

"Financial empowerment starts with education," said Connecticut State Treasurer Erick Russell. "Events like this broaden access to financial tools and education for every young person in Connecticut and inspire the next generation to thrive."

"Building financial knowledge early in life is critical to helping young people in our communities set and achieve their financial goals," said Joe Gianni, president, Bank of America Greater Hartford. "In collaboration with our longtime partner, Junior Achievement, we look forward to hosting this panel discussion and continuing to help communities thrive by increasing access to financial education."

"This panel represents a meaningful step in bringing together public, private, and education sector voices," added Jeremy Race, President and CEO of Junior Achievement of Southwest New England. "Together, we're working to ensure students are equipped to navigate their financial futures with confidence."

The event will take place at Junior Achievement's Hartford office, located at 70 Farmington Avenue, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Light refreshments will be provided. Space is limited, and advance registration is required. Please RSVP to Donna Koch at [email protected] or register online.

Junior Achievement Media Contact:

Kate Tedford

Director of Philanthropy

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p: 860-986-7487

About the Office of the Treasurer

The Office of the Treasurer is charged with safeguarding Connecticut's financial resources through prudent cash management and debt management, with the State Treasurer serving as principal fiduciary for six state pension and twelve state trust funds. Additionally, the Office enhances the state's fiscal stability through programs promoting financial literacy and college savings, and it leverages business partnerships to support the advancement of Connecticut's social and policy priorities, including combating gun violence and protecting our environment. The Office of the Treasurer is led by State Treasurer Erick Russell, the first Black out LGBTQ person to win an election for statewide office in American history. To learn more, visit portal.ct.gov/ott.

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