Meghan Pierce Shares Insights on the Great Wealth Transfer in The Philadelphia Citizen
Sarah Boorboor • January 26, 2026
A historic shift in wealth is underway, and women are poised to shape what comes next.
In her latest guest commentary for The Philadelphia Citizen, The Forum of Executive Women President and CEO Meghan Pierce explores the Great Wealth Transfer, an estimated $124 trillion expected to move between generations by 2048, and what it means for women’s leadership, economic mobility, and community investment in Greater Philadelphia.
With women projected to control nearly 40 percent of U.S. wealth within five years, this moment presents powerful opportunities to drive local growth, expand philanthropy, and invest in women entrepreneurs.
Read Meghan’s full commentary to learn how women can lead this transformative moment for Philadelphia.
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