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Strawberry Letter

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Ash Cash.

A financial educator and author. Here are some key highlights from the conversation:

🔑 Key Themes & Insights 1. Ash Cash’s Background

• Started in banking at 19, became a VP by 24, and CEO of a credit union by 31.
• Transitioned to financial education to better serve his community.
• Authored over 40 books on financial literacy.

2. Hip-Hop and Finance: “Hip Hoponomics”

• Uses hip-hop culture to teach financial principles.
• Analyzes lyrics and stories from artists like Jay-Z and Nas to explain wealth-building concepts.
• Released books like Hustlenomics and The Illmatic Investor to bridge pop culture and finance.

3. Financial Literacy Philosophy

• Emphasizes mindset over mechanics: “Change your relationship with money.”
• Advocates for ownership and investing over just saving.
• Believes adversity is part of the journey to success.

4. Mentorship and Representation

• Stresses the importance of visibility and mentorship in underserved communities.
• Shares his story to inspire others, especially youth, to pursue financial empowerment.

5. Educational Initiatives

• Runs a curriculum-based program teaching finance, business ethics, and entrepreneurship in schools and colleges.
• Plans to launch a podcast called Hip Hoponomics.

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