Hi, I’m Jeannette Fernandez — the founder of Financial Empowerment Solutions, a financial services organization built to support your business dreams through powerful and seamless budget planning and financial solutions.

As a financial strategist with over a decade of experience in budget planning and strategic finance across state, local, and federal government agencies, I have managed several multi-billion-dollar budgets, led cross-functional financial initiatives, and built systems to help agencies of all sizes operate more efficiently and prepare for strategic growth. Now, I bring that discipline, clarity, and strategy to the small businesses and mission-driven organizations of our communities.

I help small-, women owned-, and minority owned-businesses and nonprofits take control of their finances through strategic budgeting, grant readiness, and data-informed decision-making. Whether you're launching your first venture or scaling a growing organization, or need a CFO in your pocket for a larger enterprise, I provide the tools, insight, and accountability to turn financial overwhelm into financial empowerment.

My mission is simple: help good people do great things — with the confidence that their money is working as hard as they are.

Guiding Philosophy

At Financial Empowerment Solutions, I know numbers tell a story — not just about profit and loss, but about purpose, perseverance, and possibility. As a small business owner, I know firsthand the sleepless nights, the juggling act, and the relentless drive it takes to build something from the ground up. That’s why I work hard to save you time and headache.

My mission is to bring back the human touch to budget and financial consulting because managing your money should be more than tax filings, it should be as diligent as you are, and strategic.

I’m not here to overwhelm you with jargon and I will never judge your books. I’m here to be your strategic partner, your financial coach, and your supporter. Whether you need guidance navigating cash flow, getting grant-ready, or mapping your next growth move, I will be your money friend, your budgeting expert.