Finanzas Utah launches, brings financial education to Utah Hispanic community
Finanzas Utah, a new financial education initiative, has launched with an office in Sandy to serve the Hispanic community in Utah. The company will provide financial education resources at no cost or low cost, aimed at helping Spanish-speaking residents better manage their finances and achieve their financial goals.
Finanzas Utah is part of startup incubator The Mill Entrepreneurship Center, and is also supported by the SBA’s Small Business Development Center (SBDC) program, both located in Sandy.
The company was founded by Juan Carlos Pinto, a former financial professional with a background in banking and insurance. Pinto previously worked as a private panker with JPMorgan Chase and as an insurance professional with New York Life in Silicon Valley, California.
“Our mission at Finanzas Utah is to empower the Hispanic community in Utah by providing the knowledge and tools necessary to make informed financial decisions,” said Pinto. “We believe that financial education should be accessible to everyone, regardless of their background or economic situation.”
Finanzas Utah will offer a range of educational services, including workshops, online classes, and free one-on-one consultations. Some of these classes will be offered in partnership with other financial service providers in the areas they serve, Pinto said.
The new service’s website, FinanzasUT.com, is now live, with access to information about local banks and credit unions, their bank accounts, credit cards and a directory of financial professionals available to assist the community.
The Mill Entrepreneurship Center is a startup incubator that provides resources, mentorship and support to new and growing businesses in Utah. The Small Business Development Center, a nationwide program, offers comprehensive business assistance, helping entrepreneurs succeed at every stage of their journey.