FICO opens booth at Asian Night Market in Las Vegas, draws thousands and empowers Asian American and Pacific Islander community with financial literacy resources
LAS VEGAS, Oct. 10, 2024–(BUSINESS WIRE)–FICO, the world leader in analytics software, will have a booth at the Las Vegas Asian Night Market with educational pamphlets, financial literacy, credit and financial information, and more. Provide resources to participants. The importance of credit health. The 5th Annual Asian Night Market will be held at the College of Southern Nevada on the Charleston Campus on October 19th from 5:00pm to 11:00pm, serving local businesses, creating space for the community, and promoting Asian American The museum exhibits a rich tapestry of people, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific peoples. Islander (AANHPI) culture that everyone can enjoy.
FICO and the Asian Community Development Council (ACDC), a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the well-being and education of AANHPI and other ethnic communities in Nevada, are pleased to announce that by providing valuable resources at the Asian Night Market in Las Vegas, , are partnering to close the financial literacy gap. .
Understanding how credit scores work is critical for individuals and families striving for financial stability. For many in the AANHPI community, poor credit status and low financial literacy can hinder short- and long-term goals such as homeownership, education, and business financing. At FICO’s booth, attendees can find educational brochures and resources covering topics such as improving your credit, understanding your FICO® score, and learning how to develop strong financial habits. Also, learn how to get your FICO® score for free at myFICO.com, schedule a free consultation with Money Management International (MMI) to discuss your credit report, and create an actionable plan to reach your financial goals. You will also have the opportunity to create.
“We are proud to partner with the AANHPI community to provide resources and knowledge around financial literacy. This partnership puts informed decision-making that promotes lasting financial well-being at the heart of this community. The goal is to strengthen and encourage the Score client service. “FICO is committed to advancing the understanding of credit scores, and we look forward to engaging with participants, answering their questions, and helping them take control of their financial future.”
In addition to educational resources, participants will be able to attend the South Point 400 NASCAR, featuring thrilling events, starting at 11:30 a.m. on Sunday, October 20, 2024, as part of the 2024 Fall NASCAR Weekend in Las Vegas. You can enter a drawing to win Cup Series tickets. You’ll have the chance to take part in races and see all your favorite drivers.
“FICO is thrilled to join the highly anticipated Las Vegas Asian Night Market and share important financial resources and education with the AAHPI community,” said Vida Lin, Founder and President of ACDC. “Together, we empower our communities by closing the financial literacy gap and providing practical tools to help individuals better manage their finances and achieve their long-term goals. We look forward to continuing this partnership with future events and expanding access to these valuable information’ resources and deepening our impact. ”
Asian Night Market celebrates AANHPI culture while supporting local businesses. Vendors at the event keep 100% of the profits, further benefiting the local economy, and 100% of net proceeds from ticket sales support the community and provide resources and services.
Who: FICO and the Asian Community Development Council
What: FICO will host a Financial Literacy Booth at the Las Vegas Asian Night Market, offering free information about FICO® Scores and personal finance.
Date and Time: Saturday, October 19, 2024, 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM PDT.
Location: University of Southern Nevada Charleston Campus
6375 West Charleston Boulevard Las Vegas, NV 89146
For more information or to secure tickets, visit https://acdcnv.org/.
For more information about FICO’s Score A Better Future™ program, please visit https://www.fico.com/sabf/.
For more information about the Asian Community Development Council, please visit https://acdcnv.org/.
About the Asian Regional Development Council
The Asian Community Development Council (ACDC) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to building, connecting, and educating Nevada’s Asian and Pacific Islander communities. ACDC was officially founded in Las Vegas in 2015 and opened a Reno location in 2022. ACDC opened the Healthy Asian and Pacific Islander (HAPI) Medical Center in August 2022. Services provided by ACDC include voter education, health insurance enrollment assistance, citizenship, and more. application assistance, vaccination clinics (influenza and COVID-19), culturally sensitive food distribution, college prep bootcamps, GraduAsian, and Asian Night Market. For more information about the Asian Community Development Council, please visit www.acdcnv.org.
Score A Better Future™ (SABF) Fundamentals helps close the financial literacy gap
Used by 90% of America’s top financial institutions, FICO® Scores help millions of people get access to the credit they need to get an education or make big purchases . SABF Fundamentals helps students gain free financial literacy and knowledge to achieve their financial goals.
All certified middle and high school educators can receive SABF Fundamentals curriculum and support materials through the SABF Fundamentals website. This gives teachers the background knowledge and understanding to properly educate their students while deepening their understanding of the unit. For more information about SABF Fundamentals, please visit https://www.fico.com/sabf/fundamentals.
About FICO
FICO (NYSE: FICO) empowers people and businesses around the world to make decisions that help them thrive. Founded in 1956, the company is a pioneer in using predictive analytics and data science to improve operational decision-making. FICO holds more than 200 U.S. and foreign patents covering technologies that improve business profitability, customer satisfaction, and growth in financial services, insurance, telecommunications, health care, retail, and many other industries. Companies in more than 100 countries use FICO solutions to do everything from protecting 4 billion payment cards from fraud to improving financial inclusion and increasing supply chain resiliency. Masu. Used by 90% of America’s top financial institutions, the FICO® Score is the standard measure of consumer credit risk in the United States and is now available in more than 40 other countries to improve risk management, credit access, and more. , with increased transparency.
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