Dr. Ryan Decker, CFP, breaks down the basics of personal finance: budgeting and introductory saving and investment strategies.
Learn which factors to consider for deciding when, where, and how to save, invest, or aggressively tackle debt. Resources and tools for learning more about these topics will be shared.
Dr. Ryan Decker is a Professor of Finance at North Central College where he serves as the Founding Director of the Center for Financial Literacy. Dr. Decker runs financial education programs for high schools, colleges, nonprofit organizations, and corporations.
Financial Fitness 2026 is a free financial literacy series presented by BIG (Business Interest Group), a group of business librarians in the Chicago suburbs. In support of the libraries’ mission of providing access to reliable information, these virtual programs offer practical tips and advice from experienced financial advisors. All programs will take place online; registration is required for each program.
Presenting libraries include: Addison Public Library, Arlington Heights Memorial Library, Aurora Public Library District, Barrington Area Library, Carol Stream Public Library, Cary Area Public Library, Crystal Lake Public Library, Ela Area Public Library, Elk Grove Village Public Library, Elmhurst Public Library, Huntley Area Public Library, Indian Trails Public Library District, Lake Villa District Library, Lincolnwood Public Library District, McHenry Public Library, Morton Grove Public Library, Mt. Prospect Public Library, Naperville Public Library, North Chicago Public Library, Northbrook Public Library, Palatine Library District, Park Ridge Public Library, Poplar Creek Public Library District, Schaumburg Township Library District, Skokie Public Library, St. Charles Public Library District, Vernon Area Public Library, West Chicago Public Library, Wilmette Public Library, and Winnetka-Northfield Public Library District.
AGE GROUP: | High School | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Virtual | Presentation/Lecture |
