Black History Month: 5 Influencers in the Fintech and Banking Industry

African American icons in the Fintech industry to admire and honor every day.

We honor those who have paved the way for the African American community and whose achievements have made a significant impact on society.

To celebrate Black History Month, we are recognizing five African American influencers (it was hard to pick just five) who have built a path for their successors and whose contributions have become instrumental in shaping the future of business, finance, and fintech. Let’s celebrate them, thank them, and acknowledge their hard work.

#5 Tracey Travis, Chief Financial Officer, Estee Lauder

Did you know “African American women gained 32 seats in Fortune 500 companies in 2018?” And Tracey helped pave that way for women near and far. A Columbia University graduate, Tracey Travis oversees global finance, accounting, investor relations, information technology, and strategy and new business development for Estee Lauder companies. Her career has set the tone for women, the African American culture and those in corporations that believe the sky’s the limit. This Wall Street Journal article explains her financial innovations best.

Why We Honor Black History Month

At LendingPoint, we celebrate the variety of cultures, backgrounds, creeds and beliefs that make us who we are — not just this month but every day. Make sure to follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook to join our celebration of Black History Month, and click here to learn more about Black History Month.