NASHVILLE —The Securities Division of the Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) is partnering with the Investor Protection Trust and PBS Books to produce “Principles of Personal Financial Literacy” virtual event to livestream on TDCI’s Facebook page, on Friday, February 25, 2022, at 12:00 p.m. CT/1:00 p.m. ET.

Financial literacy can be a source of stress, fear, and worry for many Americans. The best way to achieve confidence when it comes to money management is learning how to make smart and secure financial choices every day. During the “Principles of Personal Financial Literacy” livestream, consumers will hear from financial professionals who will discuss spending money wisely to help you confidently meet your money goals, saving money to help you live out the life you want, and learning how to make your money make money for you through wise investment strategies.

The event will be interactive, allowing participants to ask questions, submit comments, and get answers in real time. After the livestream, the episode will be available on TDCI's website and on pbsbooks.org/When-I’m-65 along with a variety of tools and resources for savers and investors of all ages and at all stages of life. To see earlier livestream events, visit the Securities playlist on TDCI’s YouTube page.

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About the Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance: Fostering fair marketplaces, public safety, and consumer education that promote the success of individuals and businesses while serving as innovative leaders. Our divisions include the State Fire Marshal’s Office, Insurance, Securities, Regulatory Boards, Tennessee Law Enforcement Training Academy, Tennessee Emergency Communications Board and TennCare Oversight. Visit us https://www.tn.gov/commerce.html | https://www.facebook.com/Tennessee- CommerceAndInsurance | https://twitter.com/TNCommerceInsur

The Investor Protection Trust (IPT) is a nonprofit organization devoted to investor education. More than half of all Americans are now invested in the securities markets, making investor education and protection vitally important.  Since 1993 the Investor Protection Trust has worked with the states and at the national level to provide the independent, objective investor education needed by all  Americans to make wise and safe investment decisions. www.investorprotection.org | facebook.com/InvestorProtectionTrust | twitter.com/IPT_Info  

PBS Books is a multi-platform initiative celebrating PBS programming. Born out of the desire to develop original content that would appeal to vast audience of diverse readers, PBS Books hosts regular social and digital engagement events, as well as live coverage of important literary events across the country. In 2018, PBS Books launched a Library Engagement Program to build and enhance working relationships among libraries, local PBS stations, cultural institutions, and readers. Today, the Library Network has more than 1,800 partners. www.pbsbooks.org | www.facebook.com/PBSBooks1 | twitter.com/pbsbooks