In this episode of I Am Lakeland, host Don Burns sits down with Michele Cash, a financial advisor at Allen & Company, for an engaging conversation about her journey, the importance of financial planning, and her deep involvement in the Lakeland community.
Michele shares her transition from a background in fitness and campus recreation to becoming a financial advisor. She emphasizes that whether she’s teaching a group fitness class at Crunch or helping a client plan for retirement, her core passion remains the same: helping people find their “aha moment.” She discusses how Allen & Company, the oldest investment firm in Florida, focuses on building long-term relationships and providing clarity through intimate financial guidance.
Michele highlights her upcoming YouTube channel, “Clarity with Cash,” and her “Coffee with Cash” sessions at Cohatch and Mitchell’s Coffee House, where she meets community members one-on-one. She also discusses her involvement with the Lakeland Chamber of Commerce and Polk County Women Mean Business, including initiatives like the “Confidence Closet.” 157
