NorCal World Schoolers. Be a student of life & living !!

Roth accounts can be a valuable piece of your financial puzzle. They offer exceptional tax advantages and a great way to save for retirement. We’ll talk about Roth IRAs and Roth 401(k)s, and how to make them work for you. Important topics include contribution amounts allowed by law, income limits for contributors, and timing of contributions. Also, how do you get money into these? We’ll discuss the rules for contributions, conversions, the Backdoor Roth, and the Mega-Backdoor—and why the benefits are worth all the trouble.
About the speaker: Heather C. Liston, CFP®, EA, is the Principal at Clarity Financial, a woman-owned, fee-only financial planning firm based in San Francisco. She works with individuals and couples on retirement planning; equity compensation; tax planning; risk management; investments; budgeting, saving, and debt management; and more. She also prepares tax returns and teaches courses in financial planning and income tax.

This will be an online event, using the Zoom platform. Reservations required: https://sfpl-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_fagUAaONRYaleAjv7cOMhA#/registration

Immigrant entrepreneurs share stories of resilience, entrepreneurship and belonging, exploring how building a business can create both freedom and community. Inspired by Fei-Fei Li’s memoir The Worlds I See, the panel highlights the vision, sacrifice and creativity that shape entrepreneurial journeys. Moderated by Cynthia Huie, panelists reflect on the challenges and triumphs of starting a business in a new land and how their enterprises nurture legacy, community, opportunity and hope for the next generation.
Pre-Event Marketplace: Our panelists will be selling their products beginning at 5 PM in the Koret Lobby.
Panel discussion starts at 6 PM in the Koret Auditorium.

Cynthia Huie is a San Francisco–based entrepreneur and community leader. She is the founder and co-owner of On Waverly, a bookshop, gift store and community space in Chinatown celebrating Asian American stories and creativity. Currently serving as President of the San Francisco Small Business Commission, Cynthia champions local entrepreneurship and neighborhood revitalization across the city. Deeply rooted in the Bay Area, Cynthia brings a multidisciplinary perspective shaped by her work in retail, healthcare and civic service—all grounded in a commitment to supporting immigrant and small business communities.

Jeffrey Dumlao is the owner and head designer of Chartreuse by Roje, a boutique floral studio that celebrates creativity and beauty one stem at a time. Born in the Philippines and raised in San Francisco, Dumlao earned a master’s degree from Georgetown University and built a successful career in human resources before returning to his lifelong passion for floral design. He is deeply rooted in San Francisco’s small business community and actively involved in several local merchant associations.

Nafy Flatley is the founder of Teranga, a San Francisco–based company inspired by the vibrant flavors and wellness traditions of Senegal. Drawing on childhood memories of her grandmother preparing drinks from the baobab fruit—the “tree of life”—Flatley turned a family tradition into a thriving business. Through Teranga, she shares nourishing, sustainable products that celebrate culture, community and connection.

Naz Khorram is a queer Iranian artist, activist, and entrepreneur who founded Arcana, a Mission District gathering space that weaves together art, plants, food and music. After being imprisoned as a political dissident, Khorrram sought asylum in the United States in 2009, finding freedom and community in San Francisco. Through Arcana, they create space for connection, self-expression and the celebration of diverse cultures.

Wendy Lieu is a first-generation Vietnamese American chocolatier and co-founder of Socola Chocolatier, known for its inventive, award-winning confections that blend Vietnamese flavors with modern craft. Born in a refugee camp in Kuala Lumpur, Lieu grew up in the Bay Area, where she and her sister, Susan, began experimenting with chocolates that tasted like home. Today, Socola Chocolatier celebrates heritage, creativity and the immigrant spirit.

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Learn more about the benefits of youth participation, training your board of developers for youth leadership, pitfalls and how to get started. Whether you're just beginning to consider youth involvement or looking to strengthen existing programs, you'll gain actionable insights to make youth participation meaningful and sustainable. Discover how your organization can harness the power of youth voice to strengthen board development and leadership.

This program is hosted in partnership with the San Francisco Office of Economic & Workforce Development.

This will be an online event, using the Zoom platform. Reservations required: https://sfpl-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_bAylB_m_TwyPNXRaz-QZCA#/registration