Legacy with Purpose: Working Wardrobes Hosts Charitable Giving Panel to Inspire Long-Term Impact

Working Wardrobes welcomed community members, financial professionals, and philanthropists to its Career Success Center for a powerful afternoon of conversation, education, and inspiration at the “Build Your Legacy with Purpose” event.

This dynamic panel explored how charitable giving can align with personal financial goals—now and for generations to come. Attendees gained insight into how wealth, philanthropy, and legacy intersect, and how meaningful impact can be created through intentional estate and legacy planning.

The event was proudly organized by the Working Wardrobes Legacy Committee and brought together a remarkable group of panelists and speakers:

Panelists:

· Haley E. Gorman, Estate Planning Attorney, Albrecht & Barney Law Corporation

· Traci Shirachi, CEO, Aplomb Security Group & Executive Director, SafetyNest

· Nicholas Kmetz, Estate Planning Attorney, Albrecht & Barney Law Corporation

· Alix Gruden, Assurance Principal, CPA, CLA

· Katie Rucker, Co-Founder, Next Gen Collaborative & Co-President, MacKenzie

· Karen Dong, VP | Fiduciary Strategist, Private Wealth Management, U.S. Bank

Moderator:

· Kim Nguyen, VP | Private Wealth Advisor, U.S. Bank

The event also featured lunch, networking opportunities, and tours of the Working Wardrobes Career Success Center, giving attendees a firsthand look at how the organization empowers people overcoming barriers to employment.

Beyond financial education, the event served as a platform to encourage attendees to join the Jerri Rosen Legacy Society, a special community of donors committed to leaving a lasting impact through estate planning, bequests, and planned gifts to Working Wardrobes.

“Today’s conversation wasn’t just about financial planning—it was about purpose. Every legacy begins with intention. I’m deeply moved by the generosity and vision shared in this room. Together, we are not only building futures, we are ensuring that dignity, empowerment, and opportunity live on for generations to come.” — Bonni Pomush, CEO, Working Wardrobes

Guests also supported the cause with donations of new or gently used professional clothing, further contributing to the success of Working Wardrobes clients. A special thank you to Alix Gruden with CLA for co-sponsoring with Kim Nguyen with US Bank Private Wealth Management.

About the Legacy Society

By making a planned gift, members of the Working Wardrobes Jerri Rosen Legacy Society create a lasting impact—empowering individuals to transform their lives through the dignity of work. These legacy gifts help ensure that thousands more people each year receive the career tools, coaching, and confidence they need to thrive.

To learn more about the Legacy Society and how you can build your legacy with purpose, visit: https://www.workingwardrobes.org/legacy-fund/