Julien Saunders

Saunders investigates financial literacy and wealth inequality through the lens of personal empowerment and community building. His work, particularly with the rich & REGULAR blog and podcast, highlights the urgency of addressing wealth disparities in Black communities, a mission inspired by the troubling prediction that median Black wealth could reach zero by 2053. By leveraging his diverse career background in culinary arts, business administration, and marketing, Saunders brings a multifaceted approach to financial education. His strategies include real estate and stock market investing, methods that he and his wife Kiersten used to overcome $200,000 in debt, sparking their passion for the Financial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE) movement.\n\nReaders of Saunders' book, "Cashing Out: Win the Wealth Game by Walking Away," co-authored with Kiersten, gain insights into achieving financial independence by redefining career goals and embracing unconventional financial strategies. This work encourages individuals to reconsider traditional career paths and instead prioritize long-term financial security. Saunders' approach resonates with those looking to build generational wealth while also cultivating a deeper understanding of how financial systems impact marginalized communities. Meanwhile, his artistic aspiration to tell stories about the Black experience through money perspectives adds a unique narrative element to his financial teachings.\n\nThe impact of Saunders' work extends beyond financial advice; it serves as a call to action for fostering more inclusive and informed money conversations. Through platforms like Money on the Table, an award-winning video series, he invites broader audiences to engage with complex financial issues, ensuring that historically excluded voices are part of the dialogue. As his bio reveals, Saunders’ commitment to financial empowerment is not just about numbers but about creating lasting change in the way communities interact with and understand wealth.