There is no doubt that the wealth gap exists in our community. Learning how to invest and investing is key to minimize that wealth gap, not just for ourselves, but for our families. Another way to minimize the wealth gap is looking into a career that pays well. One field that can pay well is alternative investments.  In this episode, Carmen Ortiz-McGhee,  the Chief Operating Officer of the National Association of Investment Companies (NAIC), the trade association and largest network of diverse-owned private equity firms and hedge funds, shares with us her money journey and what drove her to advocate for economic opportunity for the underserved. She also shares how NAIC supports women in alternatives. What you'll hear about in today's episode: An inside scoop on opportunities and access to capital for women and people of color business owners. What the National Association of Investment Companies values and how they help. What alternative investments are and the pros and cons to them. For a quick recap of this episode go to http://www.jenhemphill.com/293   Want to get social? Let’s connect more on Instagram @jenhemphil   Grab your copy of My Daily Dinero Ritual and increase your money confidence here: https://jenhemphill.com/dinero   For all of those financially strong women who want to keep learning and taking control of their finances. Financially Strong Circle, enrollment now open! To know more about this membership go to: http://www.jenhemphill.com/membership   The post, A Helpful Conversation On Alternative Investments As a Career Path | HDM 293 appeared first on the Her Dinero Matters Podcast.