Marcel V. Quiroga, CEO of TQM Wealth Partners, is a trailblazer with a personal, purpose-driven approach to financial planning. Marcel's journey as a single mother, daughter of immigrants, and woman navigating a male-dominated industry, highlights her philosophy of authenticity and inclusion. Her focus on empathy, connection, and actionable steps challenges traditional norms, encouraging financial professionals to move beyond transactional advising toward enhancing clients' overall quality of life.
In this episode of the Heart of Advice Podcast, Marcel explains how her leadership style, shaped by her experiences overcoming cultural and systemic barriers, prioritizes empathy, listening, and creating opportunities for others. Marcel stresses that financial advising is not just about numbers but about empowering clients, fostering trust, and aligning financial strategies with values, healing, and dignity. Her mantra "If you don’t have a seat at the table, build your own," symbolizes her belief in breaking barriers and creating inclusive opportunities for representation within the finance industry.
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