16: From Wall Street to Teaching the 99%: Ashley Fox on Financial Empowerment & Pursuit of Generational Wealth

Ashley Fox, CEO of Empify and trailblazer in financial education, joins us to discuss how loss, resilience, and vision have shaped her purpose. In this episode, Ashley shares how her father’s passing propelled her mission to make financial freedom attainable for everyone—not just the wealthy. From her Wall Street beginnings to building a thriving business now ranked #652 on the Inc. 5000 list, Ashley reveals how she teaches underserved communities to create and preserve wealth. Learn about her unique approach to personal growth, financial education, and why every step toward wealth begins with believing you deserve it. Our conversation will leave you inspired to rethink legacy, embrace growth, and take the first step on your investment journey. KEY POINTS - Ashley's recent achievements such as Empify’s recognition to the Inc. 5000 list - On being inspired by Wall Street experience to entrepreneurship - The importance of financial education and legacy - On the pivotal role of self-awareness, therapy, and managing emotions as a leader - How Ashley uses fashion to redefine perceptions of wealth and connect with people - Key advice: Start small, open a brokerage account, and make consistent contributions - Ashley's vision for a scalable, sellable $3 billion business - On prioritizing empathy, team development, and creating a supportive work environment QUOTES  “I think of limitlessness and abundance because there's so much more that you can do and become, and you don't have to choose. Why not choose it all?” – Ashley Fox  “This is the season of outside for me. I think I spent a lot of time building empathy on the inside and then realizing that I need the world to know we exist, who we are, what we do, and the impact that we make. And I just made a decision to just go outside.” – Ashley Fox  “You can't make anybody do something they don't want to do. But you can be the person who inspires people to do because your light is shining.” – Ashley Fox  GUEST RESOURCES  Ashley Fox  IG | @_ashleymfox/  RESOURCES Wardrobe Essentials Checklist – Upgrade your wardrobe effortlessly with my free checklist of must-have essentials: Download it here. 1-on-1 Style Discovery Call – Ready to elevate your style? Book a personalized styling session to match your message, body type, and budget: Schedule now. Jasmene Bowdry  IG | @jasmenebowdry AND This is produced by EPYC Media Network