4th August 2023, Dehradun: FICCI Ladies Organization (FLO), Uttarakhand chapter hosted an enlightening seminar titled ‘A Day Late, and a Rupee Short,’ featuring prominent Investment Consultant Punita Gupta and esteemed ICICI Regional Manager BD Vishwakant Bhardwaj at Hotel Aketa today.
The session aimed to empower women in finance and investment, showcasing inspiring success stories and strategies to achieve financial independence. The seminar was chaired by the Senior Vice Chairperson of FLO Uttarakhand, Charu Chauhan.
The Chairperson of FLO Uttarakhand, Anuradha Malla, welcomed the audience and emphasized the importance of financial literacy and empowerment for women in today’s dynamic economic landscape.
Punita Gupta is a highly motivated and passionate Investment Consultant who ventured into the financial services industry after being a homemaker for 8 years. Gupta’s remarkable achievements include receiving a National Award in June 2022 from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and consistently qualifying for the prestigious ‘Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT) Organization’ for the last 21 years, with ‘Top of The Table (TOT)’ achievement of six times.
Speaking at the seminar, Punita Gupta shared her insights, experiences, and strategies for navigating the financial industry, emphasizing the importance of empowering women to achieve financial independence.
During the occasion, she said, “Goals-based financial planning is the compass that guides us toward financial success. By understanding our needs and wants, we can align our investments with purpose, ensuring a secure future while also fulfilling our dreams.”
She also added, “Financial planning is a comprehensive journey encompassing key pillars: understanding your income, embracing the art of saving, making smart investment decisions, managing spending wisely, and ensuring the crucial aspect of financial protection. By nurturing each of these pillars, we pave the way for a secure and prosperous future, giving you the confidence to achieve your dreams and aspirations.”
Enlightening the audience on financial planning, Vishwakant Bhardwaj said, “As a financial advisor, my utmost priority is ensuring the financial protection of your family. By addressing various financial goals, we can build a robust foundation that safeguards your loved ones’ future, creates wealth, and empowers you to achieve your dreams.”
During the culmination of the program, a Q&A session was also held wherein the members of the audience asked questions related to the topics discussed. The event concluded on a high note, inspiring the audience to take charge of their financial futures and highlighting the invaluable contributions of women like Punita Gupta in the world of finance.
The session was attended by the members of FLO Uttarakhand, along with the students and teachers of Olympus High.
