In this episode of Women, Wealth & Wisdom, host Anita Knotts is joined by May Vang, Chief Investment Officer at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota.

May shares her extraordinary journey — from growing up in a housing project as the daughter of Hmong refugees to becoming a senior leader in the investment world. Her story is one of grit, grace, and unshakable resolve.

Together, Anita and May explore what it takes to rise in an industry where few look like you, how resilience becomes a lifelong asset, and why embracing your identity can be your greatest strength in leadership.

This is a conversation about what’s possible — when purpose meets persistence.

Some Resources:

Follow May on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maydvang/

In this episode of Women, Wealth & Wisdom, host Anita Knotts sits down with Kathleen Burns Kingsbury, wealth psychology expert and author of Breaking Money Silence, for a dynamic conversation about women, money, and the power of speaking up.

Kathleen shares a personal childhood story about being told to “take a lunch break” — and how that moment planted the seed for her life’s work: helping women use their voice, especially when it comes to money.

Together, Anita and Kathleen explore:

• The mixed messages women receive about money and power in society
• The three biggest mindset blocks that hold women back from negotiating compensation — and how to overcome them
• How to have more confidence and even have fun talking about money
• Why it’s critical for advisors to better understand and support female clients

Whether you're navigating a raise, building a business, or guiding others in their financial journey, this conversation is a reminder that breaking the silence around money isn’t just brave — it’s transformational.

Some Resources:

Learn more about Breaking Money Silence: https://www.breakingmoneysilence.com/book/

Follow Kathleen:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathleenburnskingsbury/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kathleenburnskingsbury/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/breakingmoneysilence

Website: https://kbkwealthconnection.com/

In this powerful debut episode, host Anita Knotts, founder of the Lotus Women’s Institute, shares why now is the moment to launch Women, Wealth & Wisdom — a podcast years in the making.

In conversation with marketing executive Pamela Von Lehmden, Anita opens up about her 30+ year journey in the wealth management industry, her experience as an Indian immigrant, and her mission to create a space where women’s voices, stories, and financial power are fully seen and heard.

You’ll hear stories from women in the corporate world, nonprofit sector, public office, and entrepreneurship — all sharing how they’ve navigated challenges, claimed their worth, and redefined success on their own terms. Together, their experiences reveal a powerful truth: when women are economically empowered, they don’t just change their own lives — they change the world.

Some Resources

Lotus Women's Institute: https://lotuswomensinstitute.com/

Anita Knotts | LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anita-knotts/

Pamela Von Lehmden | LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamelavl/

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