Advisory Board Member Dr. Renée Baker
Florida Financial Educators Council

Advisory Board Member Dr. Renée Baker, DBA, RCC™️ is the Founder and CEO of The RBI Group, a company committed to educating, empowering, and elevating individuals and organizations toward financial success and freedom. Throughout her extensive career in financial services and academia, Dr. Baker has continuously championed actionable financial strategies, guiding numerous individuals and entities toward reaching their financial goals.

In her capacity as an Advisory Board Member, Dr. Baker advocates for financial education. Known as a forerunner in advancing financial literacy, especially in Florida, her influence stretches well beyond the realm of finance. Her commitment spans community development, mentorship, and all-encompassing growth. Recognized for her expertise, Dr. Baker has received significant acknowledgment, marking her as an authority in financial well-being and community leadership both in Florida and beyond.

Dr. Baker’s educational credentials include a Bachelor of Science degree in finance from Rutgers University, a Master of Business Administration degree from The Pennsylvania State University, and a doctorate in Business Administration from Wilmington University. Her expansive knowledge is further enhanced by her completion of executive education at the Securities Industry Institute, co-hosted by SIFMA and Wharton.

Professionally, she holds Series 6, 7, 26, and 63 licenses and is a registered corporate coach. With this diverse skill set, she delivers unique financial mentorship and strategies, ensuring actionable outcomes and tailored financial education solutions.

FFEC Advisory Board Member Dr. Renée Baker

Forming a Language of Empowerment: Dr. Renée Baker

I grew up in humble beginnings, in a family where money was rarely discussed. It wasn’t until I got into college that I started to understand money and my personal finances and became able to share that information with my family and community. Nearly 30 years later, I founded The RBI Group to be a solution provider: bridge the chasm of wealth inequality, uplift living standards, stimulate economic opportunities, and ultimately revolutionize our global landscape. Having a fundamental understanding of money management doesn’t just equip individuals to navigate their finances adeptly; it also gives them a potent arsenal of tools – and the unshakable confidence – to journey toward wealth creation, regardless of scale.

I feel a strong commitment to my community, which has inspired me to become involved in various community boards. For example, I serve on the Susan B. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation board, chairing the Investment Committee. I am Chair of the Admiral Society for United Way Suncoast; a board member of Girls Inc., Pinellas, where I serve on the Finance Committee; and Treasurer for the IDEA Charter Schools Fiduciary Board for Florida. I also hold the title of Lifetime Member of Leadership Florida.

I feel that empowering people with the vital knowledge of financial literacy and guiding businesses with strategic marketing consulting isn’t just a mission; it’s a calling. As an Advisory Board member of the Florida Financial Educators Council, I bring my passions to the table: forming a language of empowerment, an art of resilience, and a pathway to boundless opportunities for Floridians and individuals all across the country.

Florida Financial Educators Council Advisory Board Member Dr. Renée Baker

Florida Financial Educators Council Details

Selected members of the Florida Financial Educators Council Advisory Board are individuals who support us in our commitment to widely spread financial wellness resources across the state of Florida. They share our goal to donate financial wellness programming at the community level in initiatives that can be sustained and taken to scale.

Board Members who pass the rigorous selection criteria are professionals with a demonstrated commitment to building financial wellness in their communities. Individuals with the following traits are considered:

Passion

A deep belief in the importance of promoting financial wellness and a desire to strengthen individuals, loved ones, and communities with financial education.