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Rishi Vamdatt
Rishi Vamdatt is a 16-year-old financial educator and entrepreneur. At age 8, he founded the free financial literacy platform Easy Peasy Finance dedicated to making personal finance accessible for kids and beginners.
The platform has generated 6M+ views, reaching learners across 193 countries through 1,200+ videos, 4 published books, and 400+ consecutive weeks of content.
CFPĀ® Exam Passed at Age 16
NJ Joint Legislative Resolution
NYU Certificate in Financial Planning
3Ć Plutus Award Winner
MAIA Award (Singapore)
Global Reach and Recognition
Historic CFPĀ® Exam Achievement | 2026
At age 16, Rishi Vamdatt passed the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNERĀ® exam, believed to be the youngest in history to achieve this milestone. The CFPĀ® exam is considered one of the most rigorous in the financial industry, often compared to the Bar Exam.
6M+
Views
193
countries
1,200+
Videos Created
400+
Consecutive Weeks
5,000+
Volunteer Hours
Awards & Recognition
Historic Milestone
2026
CFPĀ® Exam Passed at Age 16
Rishi passed the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNERĀ® exam at age 16, believed to be the youngest in history to do so.
Civic Recognition
2026
NJ Joint Legislative Resolution: State Senate & General Assembly
The New Jersey State Legislature formally recognized Rishi’s 5,000 hours of volunteer work advancing youth financial literacy, saluting his “sterling record of service, leadership and commitment.”
View Details āAcademic Achievement
2024-2025
NYU Certificate in Financial Planning
Rishi completed New York University’s Certificate in Financial Planning program: the academic credential that enabled him to sit for the CFPĀ® exam.
NATIONAL Award
2026
Plutus Awards ā Contribution to Money Conversations
Rishi won his third Plutus Award in 2026 for his contributions to the conversations around personal finance and money.
View Details āINTERNATIONAL AWARD
2022
MAIA “Best Influencer” Award ā Singapore
Rishi won the “Best Influencer” award at the 2022 Money Awareness and Inclusion Awards (MAIAs), held in Singapore.
View Details āNATIONAL Award
2022, 2021
Plutus Awards ā Best Financial Literacy Content for Children
Easy Peasy Finance won Plutus Awards in 2022 and 2021 for the Best Financial Literacy Content for Children category.
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TV / Television
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CBS News New York
Feature Story: Reconnecting with “16-Year-Old Financial Whiz Kid”
CBS New York did a “Then and Now” feature on Rishi after he passed the CFPĀ® Exam at age 16, given the unprecedented nature of this milestone.
Apr 2026
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CBS News New York
Feature Story: “Meet Rishi Vamdatt, the Jersey City Whiz Kid”
CBS New York reporter Lisa Rozner profiled Rishi and his Easy Peasy Finance journey during Financial Literacy Month.
Apr 2021
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NHK Educational TV ā Japan
Featured on ‘SNS English’ Educational TV Show
Japan’s national public broadcaster NHK featured Rishi on their educational TV program aimed at English learners.
Feb 2024
Print & Online Publications
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Kiplinger Magazine
“A Youthful Take on Personal Finance” ā Paying It Forward
Kiplinger profiled Rishi in its “Paying It Forward” section in the January 2024 print and digital editions.
Jan 2024
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Jersey City Times
“A Financial Whiz Kid Helps His Peers Master Money” ā Superstar Students
Profiled Rishi’s journey and his work educating peers on personal finance.
Apr 2026
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TAPinto.net
“Jersey City Teen’s Financial Literacy Platform Earns Statehouse Recognition”
Coverage of Rishi receiving the Joint Legislative Resolution from the NJ State Senate and General Assembly.
Mar 2026
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Borsianer Magazine ā Austria
“11-Year-Old Genius Conquers YouTube with Financial Tips” (German)
International coverage of Rishi’s YouTube channel in Austrian financial magazine Borsianer.
Apr 2021
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Berliner Kurier ā Germany
International Coverage of Rishi’s Investment Tips (German)
Germany’s Berliner Kurier newspaper covered Rishi’s financial literacy work.
Apr 2021
Corporate & Speaking Engagements
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UBS Financial Wellness Spotlight Event
Rishi joined a panel discussion on “How to talk to your loved ones about money” at the UBS Financial Wellness Spotlight event.
Jul 2022
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Fidelity Investments ā Kelly Lannan, SVP
Rishi spoke with Fidelity’s Senior Vice President on financial literacy for kids and how parents can help children get started with personal finance.
Apr 2022
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NGPF Speaker Series ā Tim Ranzetta
Rishi spoke to Tim Ranzetta and dozens of teachers about his content creation process, making finance accessible, and the importance of early financial education.
Apr 2024
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Gotham Scholars ā High School Students
Rishi spoke with Gotham Scholars students on saving, budgeting, and investing, and debunked common money myths teens believe.
May 2025
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Raising Money Savvy Kids 2021 Summit
Rishi served as the opening speaker at this 3-day virtual summit on raising financially literate children.
Jun 2021
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Plutus Connections Livestream ā Harlan Landes
Rishi had a conversation with Harlan Landes about simplifying complex ideas, staying consistent, and growing a trusted audience as a young creator.
Sep 2025
Radio
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Money FM 89.3 ā Singapore
Your Money with Michelle Martin ā LIVE
Live interview with Michelle Martin discussing Rishi’s investing journey, portfolio, key principles for young investors, and common investment myths to avoid.
Apr 2022
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SiriusXM Canada Talks ā Channel 167
Moolala ā Money Made Simple with Bruce Sellery
Two appearances on Canada’s top personal finance radio program discussing kids, money, and financial literacy.
May & Nov 2021
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640 Toronto Radio
The John Oakley Show ā LIVE
Live interview with John Oakley on one of Toronto’s most prominent radio programs.
Apr 2021
Podcasts
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ChooseFI ā Brad Barrett
Raising FI-Minded Kids: What Really Works
Why practical experience beats theory, how parents shape financial futures, and the power of starting to invest early.
Dec 2025
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NGPF Podcast ā Tim Ranzetta
Meet Rishi Vamdatt, the 11-Year-Old Founder of Easy Peasy Finance
The power of starting early, dollar-cost averaging and investing in index funds, and teaching personal finance in schools.
Jun 2021
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Marriage Kids & Money ā Andy Hill
Investing for Kids
How kids can start investing and the key mindsets parents should instill to foster long-term wealth building.
Jul 2021
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Get Ready Before Life Happens ā Tony Steuer
Money Made Easy
Making financial literacy fun and accessible for kids, parents, and beginners through engaging content.
Jan 2026, Oct 2021
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Money Dad Podcast ā Justin Chung
Make Finance Fun and Easy Peasy for Your Kids
Importance of early financial education and how parents can foster healthy investment habits in children.
Nov 2022
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Young Money ā Tracey Bissett
Easy Peasy Finance with Rishi Vamdatt
Why finance is a key life skill, how Easy Peasy Finance helps all ages, and Rishi’s best tips to get started.
Nov 2021
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Raising Financial Freedom ā Eric Yard
Money Through the Eyes of a Child
Rishi’s journey, favorite money books, and how he’s applying retirement investing knowledge that many adults don’t yet use.
Feb 2022
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CentsAble Chat ā Bobbi Olson
Teachable Money Moments and Compound Interest
Teachable moments for parents & kids, and a deep dive on compound interest (two appearances in Jul 2021)
Jul 2021
Media Inquiries & Booking
Book Rishi for Your Story
Rishi is available for TV interviews, podcast appearances, speaking engagements, and print features. He speaks on youth financial literacy, entrepreneurship, the CFPĀ® exam journey, raising financially savvy kids, finance for Gen Z, and making personal finance accessible for all ages.
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