079: Work and Meaning
Andr\xe9e\xa0Simon is truly making a difference in the world. As CEO & President of FINCA Impact Finance (FIF), she leads\xa0a global network of microfinance banks and institutions. FIF\u2019s network of community-based banks offer responsible and affordable loan and saving products to more than two million people across the world, empowering low income women and men to take control of their financial futures.\xa0Her two teenage kids are even committed to this mission\u2026talk about an inspiration! Andree is a globetrotter who aims to conquer and save the world, one day at a time. With regular trips to Pakistan, Tanzania, Afghanistan and more,\xa0Andr\xe9e visits and oversees\xa0FINCA Impact Finance operations in 20 of the most difficult, yet most beautiful countries in the world. What a rockstar. Listen in to hear how she navigates being a fish out of water in most of those environments along with some wise advice.