Farnoosh Torabi

Farnoosh Torabi is an entrepreneur and one of the country’s most recognized personal finance experts. After beginning her career as a journalist at Money magazine and later as a financial correspondent for NY1 and TheStreet TV, Farnoosh made a defining pivot during the Great Recession. Following a layoff, she decided to stop waiting for permission and build her own platform, transforming herself into a personal brand and launching a thriving business that spans podcasting, publishing, speaking, and strategic brand partnerships.

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She is the founder of Farnoosh Inc., a media company that produces content designed to empower people, especially women, to take control of their financial lives. In 2015, she launched So Money, an award-winning podcast that has surpassed 35 million downloads and consistently ranks among the top business shows. She has partnered extensively with brands like Chase and Charles Schwab, and spoken on major stages including SXSW, Google, and the Pennsylvania Conference for Women.

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Farnoosh’s entrepreneurial journey reflects a commitment to reinvention and community. In midlife, she expanded her business with the launch of The Montclair Pod, a local news platform that brings community storytelling back into focus. Through this latest venture, Farnoosh is spotlighting the issues, voices, and businesses shaping her New Jersey hometown, proving that local journalism, when done well, is a powerful force for connection and progress.