Preparing a child for college goes beyond academics—this episode of Beyond the Portfolio highlights key financial strategies, savings tools like 529 plans, and essential legal documents parents should have in place to support their student’s transition to independence.
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Thrivefecta Season Four
39 - Grené Baranco, General Manager and Dealer Partner for Audi Forsyth County
Grené Baranco has over 30 years of experience in the automotive industry. She began her automotive career in 1985 at her family’s Pontiac, Buick & GMC dealership in Decatur, Georgia. She now leads as the Dealer Partner and General Manager of Audi Forsyth County — the newest Audi of America franchise, scheduled to open in June 2026. Baranco is a committed advocate for inclusion and industry advancement. She serves on the boards of Meals on Wheels Atlanta (MOWA), the Georgia State University Department of Religious Studies Alumni Board, the Georgia Automobile Dealers Association (GADA), and Common Cause Georgia.
In this episode of Thrivefecta, Grené speaks about the importance of showing up, asking for help when you need it, and showing empathy.
Learn more about Grené and her work work by visiting www.audiforsythcounty.com, following her and her dealership’s Instagram accounts at @grenenicol and @audiforsythco, respectively. Find her on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/gren%C3%A9-nicol-baranco-987a8551/
Thrivefecta is a podcast from BMO, celebrating women who thrive. Visit https://uswealth.bmo.com/podcasts/ for the full list of episodes. Find the feed on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or search for BMO Thrivefecta on your favorite podcast listening app.
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Thrivefecta was produced by Evan MacDonald, Kelly Taylor, Jessica Theodore, Lindsay Consalvo, and Alexa Javors. Music by Scorewizards, Snoiscope and Evan MacDonald. DeDe Cordell is our Host.
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Women & Wealth
Thrivefecta Season Four
35 - Thrivefecta Season 4 - 2026 Womens Day Sizzle
Thrivefecta Season Four: Listen to women who are thriving in business and life. We brought together a group of dynamic women who have found success in their careers, achieved financial confidence, and made a meaningful impact on those around them. Each guest shares one key insight across three areas—career, finance, and life—to inspire and empower others on their own journey.
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