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About

Paris Woods, Ed.D., is a distinguished author, philanthropist, education leader, and founder of a nonprofit organization. She has been acknowledged in Ebony Magazine, NPR, and Gambit's 40 under 40, and received many awards as well as media recognition for her prolific contributions.

Background & Education

A first-generation college graduate, Dr. Woods completed her studies at Harvard University, where she earned both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees. Her pursuit of lifelong learning led her to the University of Texas at Austin, where she obtained her doctorate. Throughout her educational journey, she accrued valuable experience working at some of America's top institutions.

Financial Journey

In her early years, Dr. Woods struggled with managing her finances despite the encouragement from her wise mother to make “new mistakes”. However, through years of trial and error, and learning from FIRE (financial independence, retire early) experts, she discovered simple principles that turned things around for her financially.

The Black Girl’s Guide to Financial Freedom

Dr. Woods published her debut book, 'The Black Girl’s Guide to Financial Freedom'. It aims to teach readers attain financial success while living a life they love. Writing with the heart of a teacher, Dr. Woods converts seemingly complex financial topics into simple and actionable advice.

Personal Finance Contributions

Dr. Woods endeavors to help families with their personal finances. This commitment is exemplified in her roles as a college financial aid officer and an IRS-certified tax preparer.