149. Work as a Form of Self-Care: Neha Kumar

Neha Kumar brings over 15 years of experience in startups and a proven track record as a changemaker and strategic leader.  Before co-founding Full Glass Wine, Neha served as COO and CFO of Create & Cultivate, where she successfully led the company through a private equity acquisition in 2021. Following the exit, she launched New Money Ventures, a fund to invest in early-stage startups, further solidifying her reputation as a forward-thinking leader in the entrepreneurial ecosystem. Neha is also a dedicated educator, having spent nearly a decade as a lecturer at UCLA, where she shares her expertise in finance and operations.  At Full Glass Wine, Neha plays a pivotal role in identifying acquisition opportunities that align with the Full Glass mission, while also spearheading a rigorous vetting process to ensure each acquisition delivers long-term growth potential within the multi-brand strategy.  In today’s episode, Nada talks with Neha about her passion for all things finance. Neha details her journey of co-founding several companies and emphasizes how her various jobs–from UCLA Professor to CEO–are a form of self-care for her. She gives us an intimate look into the childhood that birthed her love of finance and why she believes all women should be well-versed in money matters. Her enthusiasm will have even the most financially adverse listener leaning in.  Be sure to check out Full Glass Wine’s website, Create & Cultivate’s website, and Neha’s personal website. Follow on Instagram: @nehatkumar, @newmoneyventures, @fullglasswineco Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram; we want to share and connect with you and hear your thoughts and comments. Please rate and review this podcast. It helps to know if these conversations inspire and equip you to consider your possibilities and lean into your future with intention.