T arra Jackson, known as Madam Money®, is an award-winning speaker, bestselling author, TV and radio personality, brand ambassador, and syndicated financial media expert. Tarra is unique in the personal finance space—she’s not just a motivational speaker, but an experienced personal finance coach and consultant who helps organizations, executives, businesses, and individuals improve their financial relationships and achieve their goals.
Entrepreneur Consultant
As the founder of DUALpreneur®, Tarra empowers individuals with side gigs through resources, support services, and events like the international hybrid conference #SIDEGIGCON. This conference connects attendees with successful business owners and experts, providing invaluable tools to turn side gigs into profitable ventures.
Bestselling Author
Tarra is the author of several bestselling books, including Financial Fornication, 4 Financial Languages, The DUALpreneur Bible: 10 Commandments to Starting a Successful Side Hustle, Confessions of a Financial Fornicator, and My Financial Healing Journal: A Guided Journey to Financial Clarity, Courage & Redemption.
Media Personality & Contributor
Tarra is a regular financial contributor to blogs, podcasts, and magazines such as Essence, Black Enterprise, and Upscale Magazine, and has appeared on syndicated radio shows like the Rickey Smiley Morning Show and Get Up! Morning with Erica Campbell. Tarra speaks at conferences, workshops, and trade events, including those hosted by credit unions.
Financial Industry Executive
With over 20 years of experience in the financial industry, including roles as a loan officer, vice president of lending, and interim president of multiple credit unions, Tarra brings a wealth of insider knowledge to all of her programs. She offers creative, easy-to-implement solutions that help individuals and organizations transform their financial futures.
Credit Union Consultant
Tarra provides expert advice to credit unions on improving their operations and enhancing lending automation systems. She helps these institutions streamline their processes, increase efficiency, and implement cutting-edge technology to better serve their members. Tarra is also dedicated to staff training and development, offering tailored solutions to help credit union teams enhance their skills, improve customer service, and stay competitive in an ever-evolving financial landscape. Her strategic guidance has proven invaluable in driving growth and operational excellence within the credit union sector.
Experienced Educator
In addition to her work as a financial expert, Tarra is also an experienced educator. She serves as a high school teacher and college professor, sharing her knowledge of personal finance, entrepreneurship, and business management with the next generation of leaders. As a contracted international facilitator, she has led educational programs and workshops around the world, empowering individuals and organizations to achieve their personal and professional goals. Her unique ability to connect with audiences across diverse backgrounds and cultures makes her a sought-after facilitator for both academic and professional settings.
A Woman and A Mom
Tarra is a single mother of one incredible adult son. A native of Delaware, she now resides in both Atlanta, Georgia, and Delaware. Passionate about personal and spiritual transformation, she lives life on her own terms, inspiring others to do the same. Tarra is dedicated to helping people strengthen their financial lives, guiding them on their path to prosperity.
