Episode 120: Your Best Financial Life with Anne Lester

Meet Anne Lester, a seasoned leader on a mission to empower rising professionals to save smart and retire happily, all on their own terms. With an impressive background, including 20 years as Head of Retirement Solutions at J.P. Morgan and co-founding The Aspen Leadership Forum on Retirement Savings with AARP, Anne brings unparalleled expertise to the table. Her exceptional contributions to Americans' economic security earned her the prestigious Ray Lillywhite Award in 2020. A dynamic speaker and emcee, Anne engages audiences of all ages and professional backgrounds, from under-45 crowds to financial industry events like P&I and NAPA. She has also been featured in top-tier media outlets such as Bloomberg TV, CNBC, Barron's, and Forbes, showcasing her expertise in retirement planning and financial security. Anne is currently working on a groundbreaking book, "Your Best Financial Life: Save Smart Now for the Future You Want," slated for release in 2024 by William Morrow. With an academic background in international economics and Japan studies from Johns Hopkins and a B.A. from Princeton, including a Fulbright Graduate Research Fellowship, Anne brings a wealth of knowledge and insight to her work. Personally, Anne and her husband are parents to two children—a Gen Z-er and a Millennial—both on their journey to financial preparedness for retirement.