WOMEN IN WEALTH

IVANA VUKANIC and GRACE SALVINO are key players at Performance Wealth, bringing unique perspectives to the highly regarded firm. Vukanic, head of Performance Wealth’s Divorce Financial Strategy Teams, uses her skills to guide clients through transitional periods. Salvino, a third-generation leader, heads the Next Gen Investment Group, guiding young investors and teaching them to become good stewards of wealth. Vukanic is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional, and Salvino earned her MBA from The University of Chicago Booth.

Most rewarding part of what you do? The most rewarding part of our work is directly impacting people’s lives. People value their health and wealth as two of the most important things in life. Helping clients reach their personal and financial goals, allowing them to live the life they want, is incredibly fulfilling. It provides them with peace of mind knowing they are on the path to achieving their dreams and securing their future. This sense of contribution and positive influence is what drives our business and gives our work its true purpose.

How do you inspire others? We inspire others, especially the younger generation, by showcasing the opportunities and impact within the finance industry, particularly in wealth management—a field traditionally dominated by men. As women in finance, we lead by example, demonstrating our expertise and success. Through summer internships and next-generation programs, we actively give back by sharing our experiences and knowledge. By offering these opportunities, we not only highlight the diverse career paths available in finance but also empower and encourage young women to pursue and thrive in this field. Our efforts help break down barriers and create a more inclusive, dynamic, and inspiring future for finance.

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