What’s the secret to being good with money? It’s often as simple as knowing how to make the most of what you have. And the more you know, the more you can confidently map out your financial future – and take control of the present. That’s why we created Inspired Investor Trade.
Backed by a team of creative individuals who draw on their deep journalism roots, Inspired Investor aims to inspire and motivate Canadians to make stronger financial decisions. Our goal is to share informative insights and personal stories, and to break down financial concepts in ways that are easy to understand and apply.
The Inspired Investor team powers a network of sites to support investors of all types – those who like to chart their own course, those who prefer some guidance and investors who want a mix of both. The team also supports the Investing Academy, which offers a wealth of investing insights and how-to resources for investors.
Here’s a bit about the team:
Leigh Felesky, Head, Editorial Content, has worked in digital journalism and client experience for almost two decades, crafting award-winning content programs for large global companies and publishers. A self-confessed news junkie with a fondness for personal stories and “smart charts,” Leigh believes in making investing a way of life.
Judy McKinnon, Managing Editor, has worked in financial journalism for more than 20 years as an editor and writer. Covering everything from management shakeups to corporate axe throwing has helped her hone her skills for the world of investing.
Regan Ray, Senior Producer, Content, loves a business story with heart. In her days as a reporter, she covered olive oil farms in Greece, BMX kids in Taiwan and big-city mayors across Canada. The storytelling continues – now with an eye on financial literacy and investing for real life.
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Charlotte De Sousa, Associate Producer, has created everything from news radio programming to low-fi study beats and even a few food-based Twitch streams. Passionate about solution-oriented journalism, she aims to help everyday people make informed choices as they navigate today's fast-paced world.
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Denise O'Connell, Senior Content Manager and Producer, has worked as a journalist, writer and producer for almost 30 years. She has filed for news outlets across the globe, and has worked on her fair share of food, home décor and reality shows. Learning the ins and outs of money has been a passion, and she believes financial literacy can be empowering for all.
Special thanks also to members of the broader RBC Direct Investing team, who support and inspire us every day with great ideas, knowledge and insights.
Get in touch at inspiredinvestor@rbc.com.
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