Join host Meredith Lowry In this episode of the Women Run podcast, you will learn about the multi-faceted life and career of Shamim Okolloh, a Little Rock-based banker, author, and community advocate.

What You Will Learn in This Episode

• The Intersection of Banking and Community Outreach: How Shamim serves as an access point for underserved communities in Arkansas, focusing on first-time homebuyers and small businesses.
• The Gender Gap in Commercial Lending: Why women represent a high percentage of banking employees but remain significantly underrepresented in commercial lending and C-suite leadership roles.
• Early Financial Education for Children: The importance of teaching children about money habits before age sev ...