Dr. Meghaan Lurtz is a leading voice on the human side of money, exploring how emotions, relationships, and decisions intersect. A Professor of Practice at Kansas State University and lecturer at Columbia University, she shares research-backed, relatable insights to help people feel more confident, supported, and understood in their financial lives. Meghaan has a popular Substack, (Less) Lonely Money, and works directly with individuals and families through Beyond The Plan®.
Speaking Fee Range: $7,000-$10,000
Varies based on location, format, and customization.
Money fights don’t have to end in slammed doors or silent treatment. This session explores why we argue about money — and how to do it better. You’ll learn that the real fight is rarely about the credit card bill or the impulse buy; it’s about what money represents: security, freedom, control, or care. We’ll walk through practical “fight fair” strategies and simple scripts that help you get curious instead of defensive, listen instead of lecture, and find common ground even when your numbers don’t match. Whether you’re navigating finances with a partner, family member, or roommate, you’ll leave with tools to turn tension into understanding and conflicts into conversations that actually move you forward together.
Legacy isn’t just what you leave behind — it’s what you pass along while you’re here. This presentation reframes how we think about financial legacy, moving beyond wills and trusts to focus on the stories, values, and lessons that shape how our children and families understand money. You’ll discover why silence around money creates more anxiety than honesty, and you’ll gain conversation starters that feel natural, not forced. Whether you’re teaching a seven-year-old about saving, discussing college costs with a teenager, or caring for aging parents, this session offers practical ways to weave money into family life with intention, warmth, and meaning — so your legacy becomes a memory, not just math.
Divorce. Retirement. An empty nest. A career shift. Caregiving. Life’s big transitions don’t just change your bank account — they change who you are. This session acknowledges what’s often overlooked: financial transitions are, in fact, identity transitions. When the structure of your life shifts, so does your relationship with money, and that can feel disorienting, even frightening. You’ll explore thoughtful questions to ask yourself and the people around you during times of change, helping you stay grounded in what matters most. With practical guidance and compassionate reframing, you’ll learn how to navigate uncertainty without losing sight of yourself — and how to use these moments not just to survive financially, but to reimagine what’s possible.
“Meghaan was GREAT!! I would love to have her back on again. The workshop was highly engaging for me, with some really powerful takeaways. One of things I appreciated most was how Meghaan allowed herself to be highly vulnerable, and I would say that it made her examples and advice much more salient for me.”
“Hands down, this was my favorite session of the entire conference. Interactive, FUN, and engaging…very refreshing!”
“Meghaan was GREAT!! I would love to have her back on again. The workshop was highly engaging for me, with some really powerful takeaways. One of things I appreciated most was how Meghaan allowed herself to be highly vulnerable, and I would say that it made her examples and advice much more salient for me.”
“Hands down, this was my favorite session of the entire conference. Interactive, FUN, and engaging…very refreshing!”
