M43 EVENTS

Learn & Lead: Financial Literacy

Join us for a Learn & Lead session focused on providing you with practical and actionable steps to build confidence in your financial future.

A Mission43 Workshop for Military Members, Spouses, and Veterans

Navigating finances can feel overwhelming - especially when military life brings unique challenges like frequent moves, career transitions, and complex benefits. This Learn & Lead session is designed to break it down into practical, actionable steps you can actually use.

Join us for an engaging, no-pressure workshop focused on building confidence in your financial future - whether you’re just getting started or looking to refine your strategy.

What You'll Learn:
  • The foundations of financial literacy and why they matter

  • How to create and manage a realistic spending plan

  • Tips for improving cash flow, saving, and using credit wisely

  • An overview of financial planning, including insurance, education benefits, and retirement options like TSP and pensions

  • Investment basics: stocks, bonds, diversification, and risk

Who Should Attend:

Military members, veterans, and spouses at any stage, whether you’re building a budget, planning for transition, or thinking about long-term wealth.

Come ready to learn, ask questions, and walk away with tools you can start using right away.

Food & Refreshments Provided.

Meet the Presenter:

Melissa M. Estrada, CFP®, CIMA®, BFA™, MPAcc
Melissa Estrada is a seasoned financial advisor with over 15 years of experience in the finance industry. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance and a Master’s in Public Accountancy, along with certifications including Certified Financial Planner (CFP®), Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA®), and Behavioral Financial Advisor (BFA™).


Melissa’s career has included work across personal finance, business consulting, and venture funding. Her strong academic and professional background allows her to provide thoughtful, strategic financial guidance tailored to each client’s needs.

Melissa M. Estrada, CFP®, CIMA®, BFA™, MPAcc
Melissa Estrada is a seasoned financial advisor with over 15 years of experience in the finance industry. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance and a Master’s in Public Accountancy, along with certifications including Certified Financial Planner (CFP®), Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA®), and Behavioral Financial Advisor (BFA™).


Melissa’s career has included work across personal finance, business consulting, and venture funding. Her strong academic and professional background allows her to provide thoughtful, strategic financial guidance tailored to each client’s needs.

Melissa M. Estrada, CFP®, CIMA®, BFA™, MPAcc
Melissa Estrada is a seasoned financial advisor with over 15 years of experience in the finance industry. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance and a Master’s in Public Accountancy, along with certifications including Certified Financial Planner (CFP®), Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA®), and Behavioral Financial Advisor (BFA™).


Melissa’s career has included work across personal finance, business consulting, and venture funding. Her strong academic and professional background allows her to provide thoughtful, strategic financial guidance tailored to each client’s needs.

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