Her Story
About Cathy
Cathy Nunez has spent over 20 years in the banking industry, progressing through roles as a teller, personal banker, bank auditor, bankruptcy reviewer, and mortgage specialist before transitioning to a military marketing firm and ultimately her current position. For the past 8 years, she has been with her company in Fort Worth, Texas, where she has served in a senior IRA role for 5 years, focusing exclusively on IRAs by supporting clients and advisors with inquiries ranging from required minimum distributions to sensitive inheritance, estate, and trust matters. Nunez holds some college education and has overcome significant personal challenges, including health issues and the loss of 15 people over 5 years, while maintaining a commitment to professional growth through lateral moves and continuous learning. She volunteers with military service organizations such as Team Red, White, and Blue and participates in animal rescue by transporting dogs and cats. Nunez credits her success to a robust support system including her husband, mentors, and supportive bosses, and she advises embracing change for growth while encouraging young women not to underestimate their knowledge or capabilities.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Cathy
01What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to a good support system, including my husband, mentors, and bosses willing to help me grow through one-on-ones and listening to my career path even if not in that role.
02What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I've received is to not be opposed to change, because change is not always easy but it can equal growth and companies have to grow with the times.
03What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
Don't underestimate yourself or the value of your knowledge. If you feel like you know what you're talking about, don't be afraid to say it.
04What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
Challenges include personal health issues and losing many people, which requires utilizing support and mental health resources. Opportunities come from meeting amazing mentors who open doors and applying past knowledge.
05What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Being open to change and growth, and being an observer and listener rather than always the first to talk because someone else's words may be more valuable.
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