Building Financial Confidence with Troy Ewen of OceanFirst Bank

In this episode of Grit Won't Quit, Tom sits down with Troy Ewen, Community Bank Ambassador at OceanFirst Bank, to talk about financial literacy and why learning how to manage money early can make a lasting difference. Troy shares how he helps people understand credit, budgeting, fraud prevention, and the importance of living within your means. Tom and Troy also discuss OceanFirst's growth, new ways the bank is supporting nonprofits, and partnerships with elementary schools to help teach financial lessons at a young age. They also talk about networking, overcoming the fear of public speaking, and creating smaller, more personal networking groups where people can build real connections. It's a great conversation about helping people become more confident with their finances and giving the next generation the tools they need to succeed.